29: Social Conventions (Face the rear of the elevator while riding. You'll freak people out.)

November 12, 2018 00:20:19
29: Social Conventions (Face the rear of the elevator while riding. You'll freak people out.)
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29: Social Conventions (Face the rear of the elevator while riding. You'll freak people out.)

Nov 12 2018 | 00:20:19

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Trace Kerr Amy Barton

Show Notes

Why do we do the things we do while in public? Simple actions like using the restroom or riding the bus get a lot more complicated when thinking about what other people might expect. Throw in the possibility of cross-cultural miscommunication and the probability that you’ll “put your foot in it” goes up a thousand percent. Fun right?!? Let’s explore some social conventions.

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