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EPISODE · Jun 1, 2026 · 4 MIN

Are rude people really smarter?

from Do you really know? · host Bababam

Bloody hell, shit, bugger… there, I said it. You’ve probably been told that swearing reflects a poor vocabulary or bad manners. But that assumption doesn’t really hold up. Several studies suggest that people who use more profanity don’t just score higher on IQ tests, they also tend to have a broader vocabulary overall. So why would swearing be linked to intelligence? And can being rude actually be good for your health? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: Why is swearing actually good for us? ⁠⁠⁠What’s the Tinder Paradox ?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Could vanlife be a lifestyle choice for you?⁠⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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