The first episode of the podcast I Hate Talking introduces the show’s focus on etymology, frustrating everyday topics, current events, and random subjects. The hosts explain that etymology—the study of word origins and evolution—will be a recurring theme, with a “word or phrase of the show” featured each episode.
This episode centers on “who hates talking,” highlighting introverts as a primary group. Introverts are described as people who gain energy from solitude and may find social interactions draining, partly due to concerns about control and how others perceive them. The hosts discuss the overlap between introversion and high sensitivity, noting that such individuals may dislike talking because of anxiety about social expectations and trust issues.
They also propose that everyone hates talking about certain topics, such as religion or politics, especially in unfamiliar or professional settings, due to vulnerability and social perception concerns. The conversation touches on the importance of respectful dialogue to understand different perspectives. One host shares a personal dislike for talking to dishonest people, linking the aversion to past experiences of broken trust.
The episode ends with a brief mention of current events, including a recent solar eclipse, and a preview that future episodes will explore more about topics people hate to discuss. The podcast aims to foster understanding through conversation, despite the hosts’ differing communication styles—one more spontaneous, the other more deliberate and prepared
The author in mind for one of the quotes in this episode was Harper Lee. Buy the book "To Kill a Mockingbird".
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Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique.
