How “Small” Talk Can Add Up to a Big Life

How “Small” Talk Can Add Up to a Big Life

Most of us treat small talk as filler—something to endure in elevators and coffee lines. But Gillian Sandstrom's research reveals that those fleeting exchanges with strangers might be one of the most underrated forces shaping our happiness and well-being. Then, journalist Joe Keohane makes the broader case for why connecting with strangers isn't just nice—it's critical for a less isolated, more human life. 🎁 Save 20% on a Next Big Idea Club membership when you used code PODCAST at ⁠nextbigideaclub.com⁠ ✉️ Get big ideas in your inbox with our daily newsletter. Subscribe at ⁠bookoftheday.nextbigideaclub.com⁠ Homeserve — Go to homeserve.com to find the plan that’s right for you Quince — Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to quince.com/nbid for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.

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