Chatterbox #318 – Digital modesty (Ad free)
Episode description
In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Anna discuss the concept of digital modesty – the idea of being mindful about how much personal information you share online. They explore the benefits and drawbacks of sharing on social media and the importance of setting boundaries to protect your privacy.
Fun fact
In this episode, the hosts bring up Warren Buffet and his modest house. Despite being one of the richest people in the world, Buffett is known for his frugal lifestyle. He enjoys inexpensive breakfasts, opts for affordable hobbies, clothes, and cars, and only upgraded his flip phone to an iPhone a couple of years ago. He’s a true model of modesty, isn’t he?
Expressions included in the study guide
- Non-negotiables
- To strike a chord
- Nondescript
- To play devil’s advocate
- Off-putting
- Van life
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Chatterbox #318 – Digital modesty (Ad free)
Episode description
In this Chatterbox episode, Andrew and Anna discuss the concept of digital modesty – the idea of being mindful about how much personal information you share online. They explore the benefits and drawbacks of sharing on social media and the importance of setting boundaries to protect your privacy.Fun fact
In this episode, the hosts bring up Warren Buffet and his modest house. Despite being one of the richest people in the world, Buffett is known for his frugal lifestyle. He enjoys inexpensive breakfasts, opts for affordable hobbies, clothes, and cars, and only upgraded his flip phone to an iPhone a couple of years ago. He’s a true model of modesty, isn’t he?Expressions included in the study guide
- Non-negotiables
- To strike a chord
- Nondescript
- To play devil’s advocate
- Off-putting
- Van life
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Sign inHosts: Andrew Bates and Anna Connelly
Music: Something Elated by Broke for Free
Episode preparation/research: Andrew Bates
Audio editor: Marshall Vaillancourt
Transcriptionist: Heather Bates
Study guide writer: Alina Morozova
English editor: Andrew Bates
Operations: Tsuyoshi Kaneshima
Image: Kaique Rocha (Pexels.com)
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