Short showWhy We Do That
This show dissects obvious social norms like handshakes and queuing to reveal the hidden logic behind human behavior. Explore how different cultures solve social problems and discover the surprising purpose of etiquette in maintaining trust and harmony. Gain a fresh perspective on society and navigate social situations with greater ease.
Latest drops:
Why we hum
The unwritten rules of a wordless sound.
Why we fill conversational silence
Some cultures value the pause in our conversations.
Why We Don't Talk to Ourselves in Public
The cognitive power of a misunderstood social taboo.
Why we can't agree on how to leave a party
Your awkward exit might just be a cultural ritual.
Why we spit
An act of blessing, contempt, or hygiene?
Why we touch each other differently
How a casual gesture reveals unspoken cultural rules.
Why We Wait in Line
The unspoken rules of queuing reveal a lot about us.
Why we leave things at graves
How we keep relationships alive after death.
Why we fear whistling
How an innocent tune can be seen as summoning demons.
Why we bury our dead
How cultures around the world handle grief and loss.