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EPISODE · Feb 22, 2026 · 42 MIN

Why We Hate Forced Fun (And Why It Feels So Awkward)

from Talk Shit and Laugh · host Sarah Walton & Michele Wang

We started talking about social situations we don't enjoy, but quickly realized the real issue is forced fun. From corporate retreats to weddings and holiday parties, we unpack why mandatory enjoyment feels so uncomfortable — and why so many of us secretly dread it. Listen to us on: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-shit-and-laugh/id1833034299 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6J16PGZiWtQdWat83ULW3O Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/66e7c860-dcf4-4ca2-bdf5-bacc3901d510/talk-shit-and-laugh iHeartMusic - https://iheart.com/podcast/289659802 Sarah Walton -  YT Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TheSarahWalton  Website - https://www.sarahwalton.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thesarahwalton Michele Wang- YT Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TheMicheleWang Website - https://www.themichelewang.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/themichelewang

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