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Podcast: No Gossip, Just Saying
Episode: 34
Episode Title: Why Do We Name Things? The Psychology Behind It
Publish Date: 06/03/2026
Hosted by: Jenn Schofield + Jodi Ross
Brand: Danz Insanity Studios
Episode Summary
This week, Jenn and Jodi tackle a surprisingly funny topic: why people give names to cars, appliances, fitness equipment, body parts, and just about anything else that sits still long enough. What starts as a conversation about Danz Insanity members creating alter egos for their MyZone screens quickly turns into a hilarious deep dive into named refrigerators, vacuums, scars, and some truly unforgettable nicknames.
Along the way, they explore the psychology behind why humans assign personalities to objects, how naming things helps us build emotional connections, and why a little silliness can make everyday life more fun. Expect plenty of laughs, unexpected rabbit holes, and stories that will have you looking around your house wondering if your appliances deserve names too.
In This Episode
00:00 — Why do we name inanimate objects?
03:00 — Cars, boats, and first nicknames
06:00 — Named scars, vacuums, and household items
09:00 — Kitchen gadgets, refrigerators, and appliance drama
11:00 — MyZone alter egos and fitness nicknames
15:00 — The psychology behind naming things
17:00 — Why naming objects makes life more fun
19:00 — Final thoughts and favorite nicknames
Resources Mentioned
Danz Insanity Studios https://danzinsanity.com/
MyZone Fitness Tracking System https://www.myzone.org/
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Hit follow/subscribe and leave a five-star review on your favorite listening platform.
Got thoughts on nicknames, alter egos, or the weird things you've named over the years? Drop a comment on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfQl_s8uDWc3ZHHJcoP2a_g
Follow + Connect
Instagram: @DanzInsanity
TikTok: @DanzInsanity
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfQl_s8uDWc3ZHHJcoP2a_g
Website: https://danzinsanity.com/
Business inquiries: [email protected]
By Danz InsanityPodcast: No Gossip, Just Saying
Episode: 34
Episode Title: Why Do We Name Things? The Psychology Behind It
Publish Date: 06/03/2026
Hosted by: Jenn Schofield + Jodi Ross
Brand: Danz Insanity Studios
Episode Summary
This week, Jenn and Jodi tackle a surprisingly funny topic: why people give names to cars, appliances, fitness equipment, body parts, and just about anything else that sits still long enough. What starts as a conversation about Danz Insanity members creating alter egos for their MyZone screens quickly turns into a hilarious deep dive into named refrigerators, vacuums, scars, and some truly unforgettable nicknames.
Along the way, they explore the psychology behind why humans assign personalities to objects, how naming things helps us build emotional connections, and why a little silliness can make everyday life more fun. Expect plenty of laughs, unexpected rabbit holes, and stories that will have you looking around your house wondering if your appliances deserve names too.
In This Episode
00:00 — Why do we name inanimate objects?
03:00 — Cars, boats, and first nicknames
06:00 — Named scars, vacuums, and household items
09:00 — Kitchen gadgets, refrigerators, and appliance drama
11:00 — MyZone alter egos and fitness nicknames
15:00 — The psychology behind naming things
17:00 — Why naming objects makes life more fun
19:00 — Final thoughts and favorite nicknames
Resources Mentioned
Danz Insanity Studios https://danzinsanity.com/
MyZone Fitness Tracking System https://www.myzone.org/
Want to Support the Show?
Hit follow/subscribe and leave a five-star review on your favorite listening platform.
Got thoughts on nicknames, alter egos, or the weird things you've named over the years? Drop a comment on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfQl_s8uDWc3ZHHJcoP2a_g
Follow + Connect
Instagram: @DanzInsanity
TikTok: @DanzInsanity
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfQl_s8uDWc3ZHHJcoP2a_g
Website: https://danzinsanity.com/
Business inquiries: [email protected]