Why do certain cell phone users enjoy talking loudly in public places, knowing that many are listening to all the intimate details?

Some might think they’re impressing everyone with their important deals and big money. Another category of people might sound like this: ‘Hey, listen everybody on the subway, I’m so cool, man. Every woman wants to have sex with me. I’m so super, let me tell you. The way I’m able to seduce women, ya know, I’m more successful than all of you. Now when do I get my applause?’

Someone pointed out to me there could be a totally different reason: Cell phone users are simply continuing the ancestral behavior of sitting around in trees and howling at each other. Evolution at it’s finest.

What’s your opinion? Do you have a different explanation? Do you enjoy listening to cell phone conversations of strangers? Or are you annoyed by it?