Episode · Hidden Brain · 2026-09-14

Books mentioned on Why Conversations Go Wrong

1 book · With Deborah Tannen, Emma Levine · Listen

Do you ever struggle to communicate with your mom? Or feel like you and your spouse sometimes speak different languages?

Emma Levine discussed The Talmud by Jacob Neusner.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

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   The Talmud

   Jacob Neusner · at 1:23:13

   The Talmud is a central text of Rabbinic Judaism comprising discussions and interpretations of Jewish law, ethics, and customs.

   Discussed

   “That's another classic example that goes back to discussions in the Talmud of you shouldn't ever tell a bride she's not beautiful because it ruins that very special moment that you can't take back.”

   Emma Levine Why Conversations Go Wrong 2026-09-14 ▶ Play 1:23:13

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