Just a thought and I am not rationalizing their response which in most contexts is unforgivable, most people today have a developing hearing problem. AirPods too loud destroying their cochleas. Many young people with whom I chat today respond with a huh or what as an initial communication volley. As a teacher of the Deaf I have witnessed this from hearing people constantly. Most people in crowded bars call me Pete as an initial introduction. My name is Keith…