Why Do We Gossip?!

Did you hear about Stacey’s mom? We heard she’s got it goin’ on…let’s dish. This week, we’re talking all about gossip! Why do we do it? Do we just find amusement in chatting about other peoples’ lives, or is there actually some scientific purpose and benefit behind our temptation to spill the tea? Does talking about Stacey’s mom even count as gossip?! Join us as we dive into the beloved topic of middle school drama and our favorite reality t.v. shows; we’re unpacking the juiciest insights about gossip! The study we’re discussing today is called, “Gossip drives vicarious learning and facilitates social connection” by Eshin Jolly and Luke J. Chang. You can check out the study here: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cub.2021.03.090 Please subscribe, rate and review our show on Apple Podcasts! Follow the show on Instagram @studybuddiespodcast Follow Taylor Collins @tlc.therapy Follow Paola Sanchez Abreu @mmm_pao Graphic designed by Monica Rae Summers Gonzalez @_monicarae_ Composed by singer/songwriter Caught in Between @caughtinbetweenct Email the show with any suggestions, comments, or feedback at [email protected]