Don't Be A Stranger
Hello stranger! Did you know that there are studies to show that we are inclined to reveal more to strangers than to those in our own social circle? In this podcast, Becca Webb goes out and about visiting locations such as parks, cafes, seafronts and high streets, interviewing complete strangers. Each episode delves into a different topic such as happiness, dating and success. Join Becca to discover how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be. Who knows, it may do more than just entertain you.
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Episodes
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EP12: Not So Strangers
Tuesday, 27 June 2023
Becca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be.In This EpisodeWhen things are not so anonymous will they be willing to open up? Complete strangers have revealed a lot on this podcast, to celebrate the final episode of the series, Becca asks the same questions but to her own social circle.References The Social Dilemma- https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81254224Watch Stutz (Ft Jonah Hill) - https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81387962 https://bluewater.co.ukhttps://www.instagram.comhttps://www.facebook.comhttps://about.meta.com/uk/h...
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EP11: Would You Rather...
Tuesday, 20 June 2023
WOULD YOU RATHER...It’s usually played amongst friends but what happens when complete strangers play a game of made-up scenarios and challenging choices?Articles and Studies about Self-disclosure:https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/insight-therapy/202109/why-you-should-talk-strangershttps://www.mindtools.com/agr7y2v/self-disclosureReferences https://www.visitlondon.comhttps://southbanklondon.comhttps://www.camdenmarket.comhttps://visitbristol.co.ukhttps://www.bristol.ac.ukhttps://www.bcfc.co.ukhttps://www.bristolbearsrugby.comMusic is ‘Happy Feels’ by All Good Folkhttps://uppbeat.io/...
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EP10: Love At First Zoom
Tuesday, 13 June 2023
Don’t Be A Stranger - Love At First ZoomBecca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be. Show NotesWhat happens when you fall for someone who lives over 5000 miles from you? Meet the couple who travelled to the other side of the world to meet for the first time on a 30-day first date.Check out Jon’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsjonwhite30-Day First Date- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3BH-GnTY0UUReferences https://zoom.ushttps://www.tonyrobbins.com/events/date-with-destiny/virtual-2/https://www.tonyrobbins.comhttps:/...
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EP9: The Power Of Two
Tuesday, 6 June 2023
Don’t Be A Stranger - The Power Of Two Becca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be.Show NotesFrom strangers to lovers, how have members of the public met their match? Whether it be first impressions or lovers’ tiffs, no romantic relationship has the same story.References https://www.visitlondon.comhttps://southbanklondon.comhttps://www.camdenmarket.comhttps://www.visitfolkestoneandhythe.co.uk/discover/destinations/hythe/https://www.visitmanchester.comhttps://www.visitbuffaloniagara.comhttps://apps.apple.com/us/app/facetime/...
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EP8: Acts Of Kindness
Tuesday, 30 May 2023
Don't Be A Stranger - EP8: Acts of Kindness Becca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be.In this episodePsychologists still have a lot to research about kindness, but they already know that acts of kindness have a positive impact on the human body. During a time of economic crisis, war and general negativity among the media, find out if members of the public believe that the world we live in is truly kind.Show NotesIn this episode, you will hear from a Monk, a Punk and a Protester who has a lot to debunk. Articles and Studies a...
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EP7: Virtual Reality Check
Tuesday, 23 May 2023
Don’t Be A Stranger - EP7: Virtual Reality CheckBecca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be.Show NotesAs of now, more than 50% of the world's population actively engages in social media, and with metaverse campaigns already underway, Becca delves behind the screens to find out a stranger's point of view on the rapidly evolving digital landscape.References https://www.instagram.comhttps://www.facebook.comhttps://about.meta.com/uk/https://twitter.comhttps://www.youtube.comhttps://www.snapchat.com/en-UShttps://bereal.com/enh...
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EP6: Self Love
Tuesday, 16 May 2023
Don’t Be A Stranger - Episode 6: Self LoveBecca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be. In this episodeSelf-love is so important but do we give ourselves enough love? Discover if the strangers in this episode truly love themselves and where they believe the line is between self-love and loving others.Show NotesIn this episode, you will meet an inspiring mother who nearly lost her child a martial artist who shares his ‘biggest disappointment’ and a charity CEO who incorporates self-love into her daily routine.Some links that may...
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EP5: Success
Tuesday, 9 May 2023
Don’t Be A Stranger - Episode 5 Success Becca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be. In this episodeWe all have our own definition of success, what’s yours? This episode shares what members of the public deem to be successful and whether it has changed over their lifetime.Show NotesYou will meet a stranger who got her dream job, an Oxford entrepreneur, a wannabe stuntman, and a man who sets “impossible goals.” Articles and Studies about Self-disclosure:https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/insight-therapy/202109/why-you-shou...
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EP4: Dating Part Two
Tuesday, 2 May 2023
Don’t Be A Stranger - Episode 4 Dating Part TwoBecca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be. In this episodeWe’ve all had that one embarrassing dating story or a piece of advice we wish we had known sooner, but what if a stranger told you theirs?Show NotesIn Dating Part Two you will hear from a man who attempted to play the field, a tinder date gone wrong, and a punting picnic that took the song right out of the choir.Articles and Studies about Self-disclosure:https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/insight-therapy/202109/why-y...
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EP3: Mental Health
Tuesday, 25 April 2023
Don’t Be A Stranger - Episode 3 Mental HealthBecca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be. In this episodeA quarter of people in the UK experience a mental health problem each year. In the last decade, its become a topic of focus. But is there still a stigma associated with mental health among the public?Show NotesYou will hear from a man raised in very different times to today, an advocate of mental health, and two friends who share a shockingly similar experience of grief. Some links that may helphttps://www.nhs.uk/service-se...
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EP2: Happiness
Tuesday, 18 April 2023
Don’t Be A Stranger - Episode 2: HappinessBecca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be. In this episodeWe all want to be happy. But even if someone seems happy do we really know that they are? This episode delves into what truly makes the public feel good and how they remain positive during the trials and tribulations that the world throws at us. Show NotesYou will hear from a man with no place to call home, a born optimist, and who knew happiness could be so political. Articles and Studies about Self-disclosure:https://www.psy...
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EP1: Dating Part One
Tuesday, 11 April 2023
On this episode, listen to the “soul-destroying” experience of a man who has been kicked out of his home, a tale of two who were destined to meet each other and have you ever heard of a 'co-pawrent'? Well you have now, and they have a lot to spill, including how to not be “a professional virgin’.Articles and Studies about Self-disclosure:https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/insight-therapy/202109/why-you-should-talk-strangershttps://www.mindtools.com/agr7y2v/self-disclosurehttps://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/insight-therapy/202109/why-you-should-talk-strangershttps://www.mindtools.co...
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Introducing Don't Be A Stranger
Thursday, 30 March 2023
Becca Webb interviews the public to explore how open and honest a conversation with a stranger can really be.
