AEE 2591: Who Even Does That?! How to Comment When Actions Are Outside the Norm

The podcast explores the native English expression "Who [verb] that?" as a rhetorical question used to comment on actions outside the norm. It can be positive, negative, or neutral, expressing surprise, disbelief, or a sense of something being odd. The hosts discuss how the phrase is not meant to be answered literally but rather serves as an exclamation. Examples include reacting to a friend's generosity with "Who does that?" or questioning someone's outdated beliefs with "Who thinks like that?". The hosts also explore adding emphasis with words like "even" and "I mean," while cautioning listeners to be mindful of tone and context to avoid being judgmental, especially across cultures.