AN ANALYSIS OF MAXIM VIOLATIONS IN HOW TO KEEP A CONVERSATION GOING PODCAST

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This study examines violations of conversational maxims in the podcast How to Keep a Conversation Going, published by the YouTube channel Speak English with Class. The research focuses on identifying the types of maxim violations and explaining the communicative reasons behind them, using Grice’s Cooperative Principle (1975) and the pragmatic strategy framework by Cutting (2002). A qualitative content analysis was conducted on the podcast transcript. The findings reveal ten instances of maxim violations across five dialogue segments: six of Quantity, one of Quality, one of Relation, and two of Manner. Some segments show more than one type of violation, reflecting the layered nature of spontaneous speech. These violations were used purposefully to manage interaction, express opinions, soften directness, or enhance engagement. Rather than causing misunderstanding, the strategies supported a smooth and relatable flow in the informal conversation.