The How to Talk to People podcast offers simple tips and advice on the art of conversation. Julie Beck of The Atlantic hosts the show. The publication produces the program. The show started in 2021 as the How to Build a Happy Life podcast. The previous host was Arthur Brooks, chief happiness Correspondent at The Atlantic.
There is a loneliness epidemic in the US, and it has both psychological and physical repercussions. Some even compare the negative health effects of loneliness to smoking 15 cigarettes per day. So what is the solution? One way to combat it is to reach out to others. This will increase connections in people's communities. The How to Talk to People podcast explains ways to do so.
Making small talk is tough for many people. How to Talk to People has Ty Tashiro, author of the book Awkward, give tips on how to do so. But Julie also interviews hairdressers Mimi Craft and Erin Derosa about the subject. After all, hair stylists have to make small talk with new customers every day while doing their hair! Sometimes it is indeed awkward, as Ty's book title notes, to do so. But it is also potentially so rewarding.
In other How to Talk to People episodes, Julie and her guests give tips on how to get along with one's family. Friends can disappoint each other. This podcast explains how to manage expectations. Even married couples face issues with how to talk to their partners. They can listen to the "What Makes a House a Home" episode for advice.
The How to Talk to People podcast is a positive and hopeful guide to self-improvement. Julie creates a safe space to connect with listeners on this relatable topic. She wants listeners to feel confident about making positive changes in their lives.
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