Words can carry more baggage than we realise. In this lively conversation, Suzanne is joined once again by Lynn Quinn to unpack the idea of “word allergies” those overused, loaded, or ambiguous words that make you cringe the second you hear them.

They explore:

• What a word allergy actually is (and why it’s deeply personal).

• Why some words (like “gratitude,” “budget,” “expert,” or “trigger”) hit us like nails on a chalkboard.

• How cultural differences and context can turn an innocent word into a communication disaster.

• The subtle ways we say one thing but mean another — apples, oranges, and bananas included.

• How to swap out allergic words for ones that feel clearer, kinder, or more resonant.

From “busy mums” to “funnels,” “detox” to “woo-woo,” Suzanne and Lynn share their own allergy lists, hilarious miscommunications, and practical tips for finding words that actually land. If you’ve ever shuddered at corporate jargon, spiritual fluff, or marketing clichés, this episode will make you feel seen (and probably make you laugh out loud).

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