The benefits of talking to strangers

This is the first episode of 2023, published on 1st January and, in a way, it's a plea to adopt a New Year's resolution - to engage in conversation with strangers! It may go against the advice we got from our parents when we were kids, but it's a great way to develop confidence, build a network and perhaps make us happier human beings. Listen to this episode and discover more.

Check out a couple of references made by your host Andrew Thorp:

Gillian Sandstrom and her research on the benefits of tiny interactions with others.
An interview with Gillian on the Hidden Brain podcast
The House of Books and Friends in Manchester, UK

We also feature a guest podcast - Storytelling with Puck by Stefano Capacchione.

Andrew Thorp is a professional speaker, trainer and consultant in the field of verbal communication and storytelling in the business world.

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