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What science can tell us about the art of conversation - video

Headline via The Guardian · first report 13 Nov, 18:38 IST, latest 13 Nov, 18:38 IST

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Scientists at Dartmouth College in New Hampshire say they have discovered a telltale sign of an enjoyable conversation. Apparently the secret of a mutually satisfying chat is a healthy dose of pink noise. Guardian science editor Ian Sample tells co-host…

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