133: What If We Explained Ourselves a Little Less?

A weird interaction on the dancefloor gets Ash thinking about ambiguity. How do we balance the need for clear consent with the perks of mystery and uncertainty? Has growing up online increased our need for clarity? Plus: a friend who’s been separated from her besties.

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Music by Matt Huxley.

Published 20 October 2026
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