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This article and the line “voice is a more reliable way to express oneself than text” got me reflecting on how culture plays a role. Do you think culture will influence the popularity of micro-podcast startups, voice notes, etc.,?

I’ve noticed that Belgians, Spaniards, and French people use voice messages way more than Canadians. The cultural competence coach in me wants to say it’s because of the multilingualism, the flexible side of the time scale (for Spaniards), and public transit popularity + distance culture (easier to record while on a train than on a bus). But the personal side wants to scream “I just said I’m in a noisy bar! How the hell am I supposed to hear this?” But since I don’t leave voice memos, I type that out in CAPS.

It’s true it allows for easier emotional expression and enhanced social connection, but I don’t know if it’s more efficient and convenient, especially not for the receiver.

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