I Hate Talking

Stephadam
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A podcast about talking, including etymology, frustrating topics, current events, and other random subjects. Want to contact the hosts or have a suggestion for a future episode? Email us at ihatetalkingpodcast@gmail.com. Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique. 

  1. 3d ago

    Spinning Toilets, Stingrays, and St. Thomas Shores - Part 4

    Send us Fan Mail  In episode 127 of I Hate Talking, the hosts revisit the Coriolis effect after a previous discussion about the direction of a spiral staircase at Blackbeard’s Castle. They separate fact from fiction, explaining that Earth’s rotation affects large-scale moving systems such as weather patterns, ocean currents, and hurricanes—but does not determine which way water spins in toilets or household sinks. They also discuss French mathematician Gaspard-Gustave de Coriolis, whose work on rotating systems gave the effect its name, and reflect on the disappointing discovery that the famous “toilets flush in the opposite direction in Australia” idea is largely a myth. The episode then continues the hosts’ multi-part family vacation recap from St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, focusing on the final three beaches of their trip: Coki Beach, Lindquist Beach, and Sapphire Beach. At Coki Beach, they encounter limited parking, energetic beach vendors, a strong odor locals had warned them about, vibrant fish around the reef, and an unforgettable—and unfortunate—iguana incident involving one of the children. Next, they visit Lindquist Beach, which becomes their favorite beach on St. Thomas. They praise its quiet low-season atmosphere, clear water, clean facilities, showers, wide swimming area, and wildlife sightings, including dolphins and several stingrays. The family also has a tense moment when a beachgoer warns them away from a very large stingray hidden near the seagrass. Their final beach stop is Sapphire Beach, the most developed and tourist-oriented beach of the trip. They describe the resort setting, open-air restaurants and bars, water-sport rentals, iguanas, coral areas, rocky shoreline, and deeper ocean swimming. While Sapphire Beach offers the most amenities—and a standout tropical drink—the hosts ultimately recommend Lindquist Beach for visitors looking for a quieter, more natural St. Thomas beach experience. The episode ends as the family prepares to leave St. Thomas, with the hosts saving their airport, customs, and travel-home stories for the next installment. Keywords: I Hate Talking podcast episode 127, St. Thomas beach guide, best beaches in St. Thomas, Lindquist Beach St. Thomas, Sapphire Beach St. Thomas, Coki Beach St. Thomas, St. Thomas family vacation, U.S. Virgin Islands travel podcast, Coriolis effect explained, Coriolis effect toilet myth. Support the show --- Any views expressed on this podcast are those solely of the hosts and is for entertainment purposes only. None of the content is medical advice or financial advice.  Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique.

  2. Sep 24

    Bombast, Blackbeard, and Beachside Turtles of St. Thomas - Part 3

    Send us Fan Mail  In episode 126 of I Hate Talking, the hosts continue their U.S. Virgin Islands travel series, picking up after their Water Island stay as they transfer back to the main island of St. Thomas. Before the travel recap, they explore the word bombastic—language or behavior that is extravagant, pompous, inflated, overly wordy, or exaggerated. They trace the word back to bombast, originally referring to cotton stuffing used to make clothing look fuller, before it evolved into a description for speech that is “over-inflated.” The family’s first St. Thomas day includes a taxi ride back to Cyril E. King Airport, an off-site rental-car pickup, and the adjustment of driving U.S.-style vehicles on the left side of the road. Their first planned beach stop turns into an unexpected island drive when they miss the turn, navigate steep and winding roads in heavy rain, and encounter the gated entrance to Mermaid’s Chair. They eventually make it to Brewers Bay Beach, where the family snorkels, watches planes approach the nearby airport, and takes turns spotting sea turtles in the clear water. After the beach, they settle into a spacious Vrbo rental near the Charlotte Amalie Lookout. The hosts praise its views, quiet low-season setting, full kitchen, washer and dryer, and extra space for the family. They also share a grocery-shopping experience at Pueblo Market, where imported convenience foods—including chips and hot dogs—were surprisingly expensive, while fresh vegetables and large tuna steaks were affordable and excellent. After several days of quick meals and eating out on Water Island, the family enjoys cooking fresh food at their rental. The next day’s featured adventure is Blackbeard’s Castle, which becomes the hosts’ favorite paid activity of the trip. They tour the recently renovated property, climb the tower’s spiral staircase, enjoy panoramic views, explore pirate-themed statues and historical details, and relax at the freshwater pool. With low-season crowds, the family has plenty of space to swim, play oversized Jenga, lounge, and enjoy the experience before other visitors arrive. The hosts also offer a practical warning: parking near Blackbeard’s Castle is extremely limited and the surrounding streets are steep.  Keywords: Hate Talking podcast episode 126, bombastic meaning, bombastic definition, bombastic etymology, St. Thomas U.S. Virgin Islands travel, St. Thomas family vacation, St. Thomas rental car tips, driving on the left in St. Thomas, Brewers Bay Beach, Brewers Bay Beach sea turtles, St. Thomas snorkeling, Blackbeard’s Castle St. Thomas, Blackbeard’s Castle review, family activities in St. Thomas, St. Thomas grocery shopping, Pueblo Market St. Thomas, low-season Caribbean travel, Coki Beach, Lindquist Beach, Sapphire Beach. Support the show --- Any views expressed on this podcast are those solely of the hosts and is for entertainment purposes only. None of the content is medical advice or financial advice.  Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique.

  3. Sep 17

    From Lucky Numbers to Island Treasures: 125, Honeymoon Beach, and Our St. Thomas Adventure - Part 2

    Send us Fan Mail  Live web cam - Dinghy's Beach Bar and Grill - Water Island, St. Thomas In episode 125 of I Hate Talking, the hosts take a brief break from their usual word-or-phrase format to talk about favorite and “lucky” numbers. One host explains a longtime fondness for the number 125, while the other chooses 9 for its satisfying multiplication pattern. They also explore why numbers such as 7, 13, 8, 666, 888, 520, and 1314 carry lucky, unlucky, spiritual, or cultural associations in different parts of the world. The conversation then continues the family’s U.S. Virgin Islands travel series with part two of their stay on Water Island. After arriving by water taxi, the family heads straight to Honeymoon Beach before settling into their rental unit, where a surprise lack of indoor lighting turns dinner into a flashlight-lit experience. They share practical tips for a Water Island stay, including packing inexpensive snacks and meals, bringing reusable water gear, navigating limited grocery options, and ordering food to-go from Dinghy’s Beach Bar and Grill to avoid extra table-service charges. The hosts recap a visit to Fort Segarra, a former World War II lookout and gun emplacement with scenic island views, underground rooms, old bunkers, and a steep, pothole-filled route best handled by golf cart. They also discuss the quiet charm of Honeymoon Beach—its clear water, soft sand, limited crowds, rainstorm memories, floating platforms, wildlife, and relaxed atmosphere. A planned visit to Granite Beach does not go as expected when the family encounters a gated community and no-trespassing signs. This leads to a conversation about public beach access, private property, travel research that leaves out important logistics, and why visitors should be prepared for unclear directions around Water Island and St. Thomas. The episode closes with the family turning in their golf cart, sorting out a missing $500 deposit receipt, taking the water taxi back to St. Thomas, and previewing the next chapter of their Caribbean vacation recap. Keywords: Water Island USVI, Honeymoon Beach Water Island, Fort Segarra, Dinghy’s Beach Bar and Grill, Water Island family vacation, Water Island with kids, St. Thomas travel, U.S. Virgin Islands vacation, Water Island golf cart rental, Water Island ferry, Caribbean family travel, Honeymoon Beach review, Water Island travel tips, Granite Beach Water Island, quiet Caribbean beaches. Support the show --- Any views expressed on this podcast are those solely of the hosts and is for entertainment purposes only. None of the content is medical advice or financial advice.  Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique.

  4. Sep 10

    By Rote or By Boat - Travel to St Thomas and Water Island - Part 1

    Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, the hosts unpack the word rote—from “rote compliance” and mindless repetition to surprising dictionary meanings like the sound of surf and a medieval stringed instrument. They then pivot to their recent family trip to St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, with an extended stay on tiny Water Island. They share travel hacks (driving to a farther airport, “park-and-go” hotel rates), arrival tips (airport rum shots, regulated per-person taxis, Venmo vs. cash), and how they got around Water Island (golf cart on left-hand traffic, very hilly roads, almost no other vehicles). The episode sets up a multi-part vacation series, covering the logistics and first impressions of Water Island—its slow pace, small population (~182 residents), limited activities, and why it’s perfect for a quiet, beach-and-snorkel-focused getaway, but not for resort-style itineraries. Next episodes will dive into Water Island beaches, Wi Mart, Dinghy’s Bar and Grill, their rental, and then their time on St. Thomas. Key Words: I Hate Talking, Podcast, Word of the Episode, Rote, Etymology, Word Of The Day, Travel and Destinations, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, WaterIsland, Beach Vacation, TravelHack, Transportation and Logistics, Left Hand Driving, Golf Cart Life, Water Taxi, Airport Parking, TravelTips, Travel Tips, Fort Segarra, conversational podcast.  Support the show --- Any views expressed on this podcast are those solely of the hosts and is for entertainment purposes only. None of the content is medical advice or financial advice.  Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique.

  5. Sep 3

    Faux Pas, Short Sales, and the Search for a Forever Home

    Send us Fan Mail  In episode 123 of I Hate Talking, the hosts discuss the meaning and origins of faux pas, the French phrase for a social mistake, blunder, or tactless misstep. They compare it with “solecism,” the topic of the previous episode, and explore how faux pas entered the English language in the 1670s. The conversation also considers literal translations, cultural differences, and how an advertising slogan can become a faux pas when translated incorrectly. The episode then turns to the hosts’ experiences buying and selling homes. Together, they look back on four home purchases and multiple sales, comparing which transactions were the easiest, most emotional, most complicated, and most stressful. They revisit a short sale that nearly went into foreclosure, a rushed sale that led to several weeks in a hotel, paperwork and power-of-attorney complications, a missing set of rocking chairs, and the challenges of preparing a home for showings with three young children. The hosts also reflect on how their views of a “forever home” have changed over time, their family’s recent move, their children’s adjustment to a new neighborhood, and the possibility of staying in their current home for many years. The episode closes with a preview of the next word: rote. Keywords: faux pas meaning, what does faux pas mean, faux pas definition, faux pas etymology, faux pas in English, faux pas versus solecism, solecism and faux pas, examples of a faux pas, social blunder meaning, cultural faux pas examples, translation mistakes and cultural misunderstandings, language and cultural differences, unusual French phrases, French words in English, podcast about word origins, home buying and selling experiences, buying and selling multiple homes, real estate podcast, home buying stories, home selling stories, hardest house to buy, easiest house to sell, complicated home purchase, short sale home buying experience, buying a short sale, foreclosure short sale story, real estate closing problems, power of attorney real estate closing, home buying paperwork problems, real estate closing day stress, selling a house with young children, preparing a home for showings, living in a hotel between homes, moving from state to state, finding a forever home, family relocation story, home buying mistakes, real estate lessons learned, rote meaning, conversation podcast. Support the show --- Any views expressed on this podcast are those solely of the hosts and is for entertainment purposes only. None of the content is medical advice or financial advice.  Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique.

  6. Aug 27

    Solecisms, Faux Pas, and Toy Story 5

    Send us Fan Mail  In episode 122 of I Hate Talking, the hosts explore the meaning and history of solecism, a word describing a grammatical error, improper language, inconsistency, or breach of etiquette. They discuss examples such as incorrect verb usage, intentional dialect-based misspellings, and the word’s Greek origins, which were connected to the Athenians’ criticism of the dialect spoken by residents of Soli. The hosts then continue their Toy Story mini-series with a spoiler-filled discussion of Toy Story 5. They share their mixed—and largely negative—reactions to the film, criticizing its focus on human characters, repeated near-endings, heavy-handed “technology versus toys” message, and underused supporting characters. They also discuss the movie’s treatment of toy instincts, including why the Buzz Lightyear figures freeze when humans are nearby. The episode also covers the Forky Asks a Question shorts, which one host finds more entertaining and clever than Toy Story 5 because they combine humor and surprisingly sophisticated topics—including economics, time, gravity, and Einstein’s theory of relativity—for both children and adults. The conversation closes with updates on family life, moving, real estate, the return of fall activities, and possible future discussions of Silo and the Cars franchise. Keywords: I Hate Talking, episode 122, solecism, word of the episode, word origins, etymology, Greek etymology, grammar mistakes, grammatical errors, language mistakes, breach of etiquette, faux pas, Toy Story 5, Toy Story review, Toy Story movie discussion, Toy Story spoilers, Pixar movies, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, Forky, Forky Asks a Question, animated movies, family movie night, technology and children, screen time, parenting, movie reviews, Silo, Cars franchise, podcast episode, family podcast, entertainment podcast, conversational podcast.  Support the show --- Any views expressed on this podcast are those solely of the hosts and is for entertainment purposes only. None of the content is medical advice or financial advice.  Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique.

  7. Aug 20

    The Journey That Goes On and On, My Friend

    Send us Fan Mail  Episode 121 explores the phrase “on end,” from its everyday meaning of something continuing for a remarkably long time—such as “years on end”—to its less familiar use describing something standing upright. The hosts trace the phrase to older English usage and debate whether it literally means “without end” or simply refers to uninterrupted continuity. The discussion then takes an unexpected turn to Karl Bushby’s decades-long Goliath Expedition. After leaving Punta Arenas, Chile, in 1998, Bushby set out to reach his hometown of Hull, England, under his own power and without using transportation to make forward progress. Nearly 28 years and more than 30,500 miles later, he is on the final European stretch, facing the English Channel as one of his last major obstacles. The episode also revisits Lamb Chop’s Play-Along and its famously repetitive closing song, questioning whether the lyric is “the song that never ends” or “the song that doesn’t end.” The hosts consider whether the difference is a genuine Mandela effect or simply a widely repeated playground variation. They close by recognizing that both the song and the journey toward understanding can, in their own ways, go on and on. Keywords: on end meaning, on end definition, what does on end mean, hours on end meaning, days on end meaning, English phrases explained, phrase etymology, Karl Bushby, Karl Bushby Goliath Expedition, Chile to England walk, longest continuous walk, extreme endurance journey, Lamb Chop song, song that doesn’t end, Lamb Chop Mandela effect, 90s nostalgia, conversational podcast. Support the show --- Any views expressed on this podcast are those solely of the hosts and is for entertainment purposes only. None of the content is medical advice or financial advice.  Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique.

  8. Aug 13

    I Will Find You… After This Synopsis

    Send us Fan Mail  Episode 120 of I Hate Talking begins with the word “synopsis,” as the hosts define it as a concise written summary and finally settle the long-running plural debate: the preferred form is synopses. They also explore the word’s roots—syn meaning “together” and opsis meaning “view”—and discuss why a synopsis helps people understand a larger work at a glance. The main conversation turns to Netflix’s I Will Find You, an adult mystery series filled with twists, red herrings, shifting loyalties, and morally complicated characters. One host strongly recommends the show for its binge-worthy reveals and satisfying ending, while the other finds its middle episodes overly drawn out and prefers stories with more open-ended moral questions. Along the way, they debate whether the show’s characters are truly good or bad, consider its recurring theme of parents doing almost anything for their children, and compare binge releases with the anticipation of weekly shows like Silo. The episode ends with a playful viewing experiment: watch only episode one and the finale to see whether the story still works—or skip the series entirely and save several hours. Keywords: synopsis meaning, synopses plural, synopsis vs summary, synopsis definition, I Will Find You Netflix, I Will Find You recap, I Will Find You ending explained, Harlan Coben I Will Find You, Netflix mystery series, Netflix crime thriller, binge-worthy Netflix shows, Silo TV series, weekly release vs binge release, conversational podcast. Support the show --- Any views expressed on this podcast are those solely of the hosts and is for entertainment purposes only. None of the content is medical advice or financial advice.  Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique.

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A podcast about talking, including etymology, frustrating topics, current events, and other random subjects. Want to contact the hosts or have a suggestion for a future episode? Email us at ihatetalkingpodcast@gmail.com. Special thanks to Tim Wright aka CoLD SToRAGE for his permission to use the song Operatique. 

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  • Creator
    Stephadam
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    140
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 I Hate Talking
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