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Name-dropping tends to go hand-in-hand with narcissism.  But hey, if the shoe fits ;-)

https://qz.com/907931/name-dropping-basically-always-backfires/#:~:text=Why%20we%20name%20drop,of%20Georgia%20psychology%20professor%20W.

Here’s the really bad news: “Name dropping is absolutely terrible for our credibility,” says Davey. When we name-drop, no matter how smoothly we try to insert another person’s name in the conversation, the listener almost always sees through the act. Interjecting another person’s name is distracting, and it also leaves the listener questioning why you’re so hesitant to just talk about yourself. One study (paywall) found that when someone name-drops to assert their closeness to a powerful person, they’re perceived both as less competent and as manipulative.

Who does this sound like? lol

Isn't it sad when you have done somethings in your life that included some people that others might recognize that it becomes "name dropping" to the insecure?  

I guess that some of my studies, travels and business experience that happened to include some people that did some very good work is seen as name dropping (Paul Land...?)....guess I shouldn't mention two of my parents friends....Roy Rogers and Ed Sullivan....but not the ones you think, but men that had those names.  I wonder how many men in the world have the name, James Bond, that have lived the encounters you can imagine.  I was at a restaurant in Chicago when they called out that the table was ready for James Bond. 

I am tempted to say something about James Van Allen...but....

Let me get this straight....only insecure people roll their eyes at name-droppers? You will never find one psychologist who will agree with that premise because it's backwards.  Name-dropping is a sign of insecurity...a need to garner more credibility by associating oneself with greatness.  Those who see through the thin veil are normal.

I can see why you say that. 

I have enjoyed a huge influence in my world of audio from the famous JCP audio systems. The MCS series was nothing short of amazing, although I never met James, I spent many hours reading his many books.