Why Women Are Interrupted More and How to Push Back

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the well-documented pattern of women being interrupted more frequently in workplace conversations—and the career costs that accumulate over time. They cite a 2014 study from Georgetown University showing that men interrupt women 33 percent more often than they interrupt other men. The hosts discuss why interruption isn't just rude but a power move that undermines authority, and they offer practical strategies for women to reclaim airtime without being labeled aggressive. Lucas shares how Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg famously used the 'wait and respond' tactic during oral arguments, and Luna explains the 'persistent return' technique used by former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. The episode also touches on the role of male allies in calling out interruptions in real time. No repeating prior episodes about confidence gaps or office housework—this is a focused look at conversational dominance and its impact on career advancement. #WomenAtWork #Careers #GenderBias #Interruptions #WorkplaceConversations #Communication #PowerDynamics #RuthBaderGinsburg #KarineJeanPierre #MaleAllies #Leadership #Airtime #GeorgetownStudy #ConversationalDominance #PushBack #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #CareerAdvice Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo