The Conversation Starters

theconversationstarters
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A podcast about getting past small talk and into better conversations with anyone, anywhere

  1. 05/06/2022

    The Darcy / Collins Rule (Episode 32)

    In social situations, two people can do the exact same things (good and bad) and get a very different reaction. We discuss chemistry, first impressions, and a theory inspired by Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.

    21 min

  2. 04/22/2022

    High Standards, and How to Fail Them: Part Two (Episode 31)

    We discuss disappointing people, sharing failures, and the impulse to retreat from relationship until you're the person you want to be.    Find us on Instagram at @theconversationstarters or email contact@theconversationstarters.com

    21 min

  3. 04/08/2022

    High Standards, and How to Fail Them: Part One (Episode 30)

    Hannah and Karina discuss change, culture shock, and what happens when you fail to live up to your own high standards for relationship and conversation. Part two to follow. Find us on Instagram at @theconversationstarters or email contact@theconversationstarters.com

    15 min

  4. 11/22/2021

    What If I‘m Always the One Asking the Questions? (Episode 29)

    The one-sided conversation. We've all been there – and several of you have written in to ask about it! What do you do when you're always the one asking questions and listening, and they don't show the same interest in your life??   Find us on Instagram at @theconversationstarters, or email contact@theconversationstarters.com.

    23 min

  5. 09/20/2021

    What Kind of First Impression Do You Make? (Episode 28)

    We share our own first impressions of each other, advice for listeners, and how our thinking on the topic has changed over time.

    20 min

  6. 09/03/2021

    Start Here: The Three Rules of Good Conversation

    We're back for season 2 and returning to our core principles, the Three Rules of Good Conversation:  1. Find what fascinates you 2. Consider the context 3. Develop your own style If you're new to our podcast, this is a good place to start!

    14 min

  7. 03/05/2021

    The Future: Looking Ahead Together (Episode 26)

    Talking about the future - especially during unstable times - can feel extra challenging. In this episode we talk about conversations about future plans, especially in life situations (like graduation) where everyone around you is asking you the same questions.

    18 min

  8. 02/19/2021

    The Present: Sharing Real Life and Staying in Touch (Episode 25)

    Is there any more common conversation than the one that starts with "How are you?" In part 2 of our series, we talk about meaningful ways to catch up on someone's current context, and how to share about your own life in a way that gets past the default answers.

    22 min
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A podcast about getting past small talk and into better conversations with anyone, anywhere

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  • Creator
    theconversationstarters
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Conversation Starters

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