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Like, um, let's talk about filler words

Like, um, let's talk about filler words

Update: 2025-11-18
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Across the world, people are growing unexpectedly self-conscious about the tiny sounds and pauses that sneak into our speech. These filler words are universal, ancient, and deeply human. So why have they suddenly become a source of linguistic insecurity? / The problem with maybe (16:45 ). On the show: Niu Honglin, Steve & Yushan.
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Like, um, let's talk about filler words

Like, um, let's talk about filler words