Podcast hosts debate the acceptable timeframe for using the phrase "the other day" to describe a past event. They share humorous opinions, ranging from a few years to an entire decade being an acceptable window.
How Far Back is "The Other Day"?
Podcast hosts debate the acceptable timeframe for using the phrase "the other day" to describe a past event. They share humorous opinions, ranging from a few years to an entire decade being an acceptable window.
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I actually was having this debate the other day. How far into the past is 'the other day'?
I. Actually. I was having this debate the other day. Okay. How far into the past is the other day? Right? Like, if someone says, like, yeah, I did that the other day. You know what I mean? How far in the past is, like, acceptable to be talking about the other day personally? You might get mad at me. I give it, like, five years. Okay, Trev, your take before I give mine. The other day could be a day ago or a decade ago. Yeah, so I'm. I was gonna say, if that shit happened in the past, doesn't matter when it's the other day.
- 01The Conversation Hook
Establish that a debate or discussion recently took place.
- 02The Core Question
Identify a common phrase or concept and question its limits.
- 03The Subjective Standard
Ask what the 'acceptable' limit is for this concept.
- 04The Hot Take
Offer a specific, potentially controversial number or rule.
- 05The Peer Inquiry
Ask a companion or the audience for their take before moving on.
- 06The Alternative Extreme
Provide a contrasting, wider definition.
- 07The Final Verdict
Conclude with a broadly inclusive or humorous final stance.