15 Dec 2025 · 2 h 32 min
Books from Alison Wood Brooks
“Harvard’s Behaviour Expert: The Psychology Of Why People Don't Like You!”
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The conversation
Harvard behavioral scientist Alison Wood Brooks discusses conversational science and her book 'Talk'. She explains the TALK framework for better communication, how to reframe anxiety, and effective apology strategies. The episode covers common conversational mistakes and techniques to improve likability and connection.
Talking points
- Reframing anxiety as excitement
- The TALK framework for conversations
- Effective apology strategies
- Validation in disagreements
- Avoiding boomerasking and overpoliteness
- Using levity and kindness in talk
- Asking follow-up questions for connection
- Managing group conversations