
Culips Everyday English Podcast Chatterbox #334 – Getting in touch: How we feel the world
Mar 28, 2025
Dive into the fascinating world of touch and textures! Discover the emotional connections we have with everything from luxurious cashmere to scratchy materials. Anne and Andrew share personal stories about their aversions to certain textures and how these feelings impact everyday life and relationships. Explore cultural differences in touch and the boundaries that define our interactions. Plus, they discuss cutting-edge technology like hugging robots that could change how we connect. A delightful blend of personal anecdotes and cultural insights!
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Favorite Textures
- Andrew and Anna discuss their favorite textures, focusing on soft materials like cashmere and wool.
- Andrew recounts his experience with his wife's luxurious cashmere scarf.
Unpleasant Textures
- Anna dislikes rough cardboard and polystyrene, describing them as unpleasant to touch.
- Andrew shares his aversion to microfiber fleece blankets.
Scratchy Textures
- Anna recalls a childhood trauma involving her mother's scratchy wool jumper.
- Andrew describes a scratchy vintage sweater he encountered.
