Episode
Why Tori Westerhoff says we should talk to strangers
Hanselminutes with Scott Hanselman · Apr 9, 2026 · 36 min
Tori Westerhoff joins Scott to explore the intersection of AI, human psychology, and personal growth. As people increasingly use LLMs for introspection and decision-making, Tori argues that we're missing the diversity of thought that comes from community, even particularly random encounters with strangers. She reveals her own practice: a daily noon reminder to talk to strangers. "If you…