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“Some people say that I talk too fast, but I think it's just that they listen too slowly.” quote by Mark Kermode
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““Some people say that I talk too fast, but I think it's just that they listen too slowly.””

Mark Kermode

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Source Interview: Film Critics Podcast, 2022

People often blame speakers for speed, but listening pace matters more than talking speed.

In simple terms: Fast talkers are judged, but listeners may be too slow.

Key Takeaway

Adjust listening habits to match speaker pace.

Themes

communication perception listening

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

advice observational

When to use this quote

  • meetings
  • podcasts
  • classrooms
  • social conversations

Key Concepts

cognitive bias speech dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you improve your listening speed?
  • What assumptions do you make about fast speakers?
A Different Perspective

If listeners speed up, they may miss nuance.

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