I Hate Talking
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.
Podcasting since 2024 • 97 episodes
I Hate Talking
Latest Episodes
The Interesting Etylmology of Goodbye
In episode 86 of I Hate Talking, the hosts take on the deceptively simple word “goodbye” and discover how emotionally loaded it has become in modern conversation. They unpack why “goodbye” can feel harsh or final—more like a rela...
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Season 2025
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Episode 86
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36:13
Happy Thanksgiving and Episode Recommendations
No new episode this week—your hosts are taking a break to celebrate Thanksgiving in the United States! If you’re looking for something to listen to while you cook, travel, or relax, there’s a rich catalog of over 85 past episodes to choos...
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Season 2025
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Episode 85
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2:59
Raingutter Regatta, Kayaks, Canoes, Rowboats, and More
In episode 85 of I Hate Talking, the hosts open with a milestone announcement: November marked their most downloaded month since the podcast launched, second only to their debut month. Listeners are encouraged to catch early episodes and ...
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Season 2025
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Episode 85
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29:09
The Word of the Year Isn't Even a Word?
Episode 84 explores Dictionary.com's controversial 2025 "Word of the Year"—the number —and the explosion of meme culture in everyday language. The hosts debate whether numerals can truly count as words, and dissect what it means for a dic...
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Season 2025
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Episode 84
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21:46
More Debate on the Quote "Nostalgia is simply a longing for a time we know we can survive"
In Episode 83 of I Hate Talking, the hosts dive into the concept of "nostalgia," sparked by a listener suggestion and a memorable quote: "Nostalgia is just a longing for a time we know we can survive." The duo debates the merits and short...
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Season 2025
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Episode 83
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29:56