Topic Idea: First Name Basis with Starbucks

Coffee chain Starbucks has begun asking its customers their names in a bid to appear more friendly. But do people really want to be on first name terms with their barista? Read more here.

Set Up Ideas

• Do you tell restaurants and businesses like Starbucks your real name? Or do you make one up just for kicks?

• Do you dread telling people your first name because they can never pronounce it?

• If you’re in the UK where they’re already doing this, create a Starbucks stunt. Make up a ridiculous first name and insist that the barista call you by that. Get the manager involved for added drama. Get her reaction on video.