What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People. TQ31: What overused word or phrase are you sick of?
Feb 18, 2025
Frustrated with corporate jargon, the hosts share their pet peeves, like the overused phrase 'ping me.' They humorously critique modern speech trends such as 'vocal fry' and 'up talk,' showcasing listeners' gripes about social media language. A light-hearted look at storytelling reveals the annoyance of 'long story short,' emphasizing the value of detail. The hosts also dive into cultural nuances of curse words and the emotional impact of language, highlighting the importance of self-correction in communication.
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Corporate Jargon Aversion
- Meredith hates corporate jargon, especially "ping me."
- She finds it jarring when corporate speak clashes with her creative work.
So... Right?
- Scott dislikes the overuse of "so" at the beginning and "right" at the end of sentences.
- He edits these out of his podcast episodes.
In a Minute
- Scott dislikes the phrase "in a minute" used to express it's been a while.
- Meredith categorizes this phrase as "Internet talk."