Short showWhy We Do That
This show dissects obvious social norms like handshakes and queuing to reveal the hidden logic behind human behavior. Explore how different cultures solve social problems and discover the surprising purpose of etiquette in maintaining trust and harmony. Gain a fresh perspective on society and navigate social situations with greater ease.
Latest drops:
Why we laugh when it’s not funny
Laughter is more of a social tool than a reaction.
Why we talk over each other
The unspoken rules of conversational turn-taking.
Why we can't always say 'I was wrong'
Admitting error isn't just about honesty.
Why we don't always say what we mean
Sometimes 'yes' means 'no,' and 'maybe' is a polite refusal.
Why we hum
The unwritten rules of a wordless sound.
Why we fill conversational silence
Some cultures value the pause in our conversations.
Why We Don't Talk to Ourselves in Public
The cognitive power of a misunderstood social taboo.
Why we can't agree on how to leave a party
Your awkward exit might just be a cultural ritual.
Why we spit
An act of blessing, contempt, or hygiene?
Why we touch each other differently
How a casual gesture reveals unspoken cultural rules.