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I did a movie with Peter Frampton. He's a musical genius, but I don't listen to his stuff. So I had to continuously try to draw attention away from the fact. Hey Frampton! Do you like toast too!? As do I. It is warm and crispy and the perfect place for jelly to lay. Now stay away from me Frampton, I ain't got shit else to say to you!

Mitch Hedberg#69

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About this quote

What does it mean?
He avoids awkward silence with a famous co-star by talking about toast instead.
In plain terms
He uses toast talk to avoid needing to discuss music.
What can you take from it?
Simple topics can bridge gaps when shared interests aren't available.

Where it applies

  • meeting celebrities
  • small talk
  • avoiding topics

Putting it to work

  • use neutral topics in conversation

Questions to consider

  • How do you avoid awkward topics?
  • What's a safe small talk topic?

Another view

This avoids engaging with the other person's expertise.

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