On the phone

Elderly customer to account rep/receptionist: You are my favorite call girl.

Bourbonnais, Illinois

Broker on phone: Blame it on greed…Uh huh…No, I’m saying that greed is a well-known, widely accepted motivator, so just say it was greed. They’ll understand.

10960 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, California

Overheard by: Eavesdropper

Salesmen on phone with client: I did steroids in college, so I understand where you're coming from.

Plymouth, Massachusetts

Insurance agent on phone: Garbage? You said garbage? But if it’s garbage, why would you need to insure garbage??

East Little Creek Road
Norfolk, Virginia

Overheard by: kim

Boss on phone: That’s what I’m saying! He’s had his beer, he’s had his Vegas, he’s a Muslim, and I’m going to hell.

1st Street
Los Angeles, California

Coworker on phone: Listen, there’s a lot to be said for being punched in the face.

1020 19th Street NW
Washington DC

Overheard by: I just work here

Woman to on cell: Hi, this is Susan Smith*. I was successful using a toothbrush so I don't need your help. Thanks for offering. Bye.

Glenview, Illinois

Overheard by: Jess

CSR on phone: His name is Dan. That's “d” as in “dog,” “a” as in “apple,” “n” as in “India.”

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Overheard by: bored receptionist

Account executive on phone: I don't think we can release the Caucasian…

46th & Lexington
New York City, New York

Employee on phone: What did you say? I'm not going to drink the blood of a cow!

New York City, New York