022. The Rudeness Of Picking Up The Phone While [blank] – I Was Unintentionally Being Rude Every Day. Are You, Too?

Would you interrupt a conversation just to talk to someone else? In this episode, Dave Flenagan and Zoe Hirsch explore Dr. Stef Huber’s February 2025 article on why answering a call mid-conversation is more disruptive than we realize. Dr. Huber examines how our perception of phone calls has shifted—what was once urgent now often interrupts real-life interactions. She argues that we unconsciously prioritize digital communication over the people right in front of us, making them feel less important. Dave and Zoe discuss why we still treat phone calls as exceptions, how our habits shape social norms, and whether it’s time to rethink the way we handle interruptions. Should we start treating personal presence as the real priority? Tune in for a conversation on modern etiquette, digital boundaries, and how to be truly present. 🎧 Listen now—and maybe let that next call go to voicemail! Read the full, original article here on Medium or learn more about Stef's crazy hobbies on her website.  This podcast contains AI-generated content that has been reviewed to ensure accuracy and quality.