Real Talk #046 – How to start a conversation with a stranger
Meeting new people can be intimidating. It can also be the starting point for the best friendships you’ll ever have. In today’s edition of Real Talk, Andrew and Kassy discuss the different ways to start a conversation with a stranger.
In this episode, you’ll hear a variety of conversation starters, personal introductions, and good topics to talk about. You’ll also learn about using a nickname versus your real name and what to say if you are in between jobs. This episode is perfect to help you with real-life situations that happen every day.
Fun facts
The example dialogue in this episode has two people meeting for the first time at a book club. One of the most famous book clubs in the world is Oprah’s Book Club. Led by talk show host Oprah Winfrey, the club has chosen more than 70 titles since 1996. Oprah’s Book Club has done a lot to popularize many books and authors.
Expressions included in the study guide
- To strike up a conversation
- I’m [name], but you can call me [nickname]
- What brings you [somewhere]?
- Born and raised
- In between jobs
- To keep it light
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Credit: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Step On by Jahzzar
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Real Talk #046 – How to start a conversation with a stranger
Meeting new people can be intimidating. It can also be the starting point for the best friendships you’ll ever have. In today’s edition of Real Talk, Andrew and Kassy discuss the different ways to start a conversation with a stranger. In this episode, you’ll hear a variety of conversation starters, personal introductions, and good topics to talk about. You’ll also learn about using a nickname versus your real name and what to say if you are in between jobs. This episode is perfect to help you with real-life situations that happen every day.
Fun facts
The example dialogue in this episode has two people meeting for the first time at a book club. One of the most famous book clubs in the world is Oprah’s Book Club. Led by talk show host Oprah Winfrey, the club has chosen more than 70 titles since 1996. Oprah’s Book Club has done a lot to popularize many books and authors.Expressions included in the study guide
- To strike up a conversation
- I’m [name], but you can call me [nickname]
- What brings you [somewhere]?
- Born and raised
- In between jobs
- To keep it light
Copyright: Culips.com For more information about this episode, visit culips.com. Credit: Something Elated by Broke For Free, Step On by Jahzzar
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Sign inHosts: Andrew Bates and Kassy White
Music: Something Elated by Broke For Free
Episode preparation/research: Andrew Bates
Audio editor: Kevin Moorehouse
Transcriptionist: Heather Bates
Study guide writer: Matty Warnock
English editor: Stephanie MacLean
Business manager: Tsuyoshi Kaneshima
Image: Brooke Cagle (Unsplash.com)
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