38. Should We Ditch "Mr." and "Mrs."? The Complicated Role of Salutations in Gender Inclusion
Salutations like Mr., Mrs. and Miss. might seem harmless, but they reveal a lot about gender, identity, and tradition. In this episode, Kai and El unpack how these everyday titles shape our sense of belonging at work and beyond.
They explore how gendered titles can both affirm and exclude, especially for trans and non-binary people, along with cisgender women, and why something as simple as a title can carry so much meaning. Together, they discuss solutions for making language more inclusive, from removing salutations altogether to expanding options like Mx.
Whether you work in government, banking, education or any sector where formality still matters, this conversation offers real insight into how to balance respect, authenticity and inclusion.
Key themes: gender-inclusive language, workplace inclusion, trans and non-binary identity, communication norms, and cultural change.
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