April 30, 2025 at 10:23 am

He Was Bored At A Lecture And Got Called Out For Chatting Loudly, But Then The Accuser Did The Exact Same Thing

by Ashley Ashbee

A man giving a lecture

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Ever notice that Karens are hypocritical?

Then this post will seem an example of a Karen. Maybe.

Keep reading to see who the Karen is or if they both are.

I’ll shush you back, only better

I was at an annual social/fundraiser event for a group I was active with.

Nothing super fancy. A polo shirt was fancy enough.

Nothing super expensive. My ticket was probably $30 or so and even included a meal.

But something else was more entertaining.

We were all sitting at round tables.

There was a speaker who was droning on, so I started whispering comments to my friend who was sitting next to me.

I kept getting shushed by the old lady at the next table.

Eventually I ran or of things to say so I stopped talking.

Then an opportunity arose.

But then, this same lady had the audacity to whisper something to her neighbor.

She was no louder than I was, but I shushed her so loudly that she didn’t say another word until the speaker was done talking.

Here is what folks are saying.

THIS. I don’t know why people think boredom is an excuse for rudeness.

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He sounds like a moody teenager.

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Maybe it was during a ballad?

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I somehow doubt that, but you can dream.

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That’s not a pun, but okay.

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The speaker should have paused and stared at them.

What a couple of jerks.

If you liked that post, check this one about a guy who got revenge on his condo by making his own Christmas light rules.

Ashley Ashbee | Contributing Writer, Workplace & Culture

Ashley Ashbee is a contributing writer for TwistedSifter specializing in workplace dynamics, employee advocacy, and professional culture. Drawing on her real-world experience as a software consultant, she brings a unique, insider perspective to navigating office conflicts, toxic management, and trending professional dilemmas.

Holding a degree in Professional Writing from York University, Ashley combines her formal editorial training with her corporate background to deliver highly engaging, empathetic narratives. She excels at breaking down complex workplace dramas and translating them into stories that truly empower and validate modern workers.

Based in St. Catharines, Ontario, Ashley balances her time between the tech and publishing worlds with her love for the outdoors. When she isn’t consulting or writing, she can usually be found exploring local walking trails or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

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