Tell them firmly that you don't want to hear it. It's inappropriate and unethical.
Politely stop them and say that this is a very private matter and not suitable for sharing. For example, you could say 'I don't think this is appropriate to talk about.'
Tell them firmly that this is not an appropriate topic to share and that it makes you uncomfortable.
If someone tries to share such stories, you can express your discomfort. You could say, 'I'm really not comfortable with this. We should respect the privacy of our friend's family. There are so many other things we can talk about, like how our friend is doing in general or their recent achievements.' This way, you make it clear that such inappropriate sharing is not acceptable while also guiding the conversation in a better direction.
Politely tell them that this is not an appropriate topic for conversation.
You should firmly tell them that this is not an appropriate topic and you don't want to hear it.
Politely tell them that this is not an appropriate topic for discussion.
One should firmly say no and remove themselves from the situation immediately. If possible, it's also a good idea to report the person's inappropriate behavior to the relevant authorities or someone in a position of power.
One should firmly resist the blackmailer. Don't be afraid of their threats. It's important to preserve any evidence of the blackmail. Seek professional help if needed, such as consulting a lawyer or a counselor. The law is on your side in such cases, and the blackmailer should be held accountable for their actions.
Tell them firmly that this kind of story is not acceptable to be shared. Explain that it involves inappropriate content and violates others' privacy. For example, 'This story is inappropriate and disrespects the privacy of others, please don't share it.'
First, make it clear that you don't want to engage in such a conversation. You can use humor to defuse the situation a bit, like 'Whoa, that's way too much information! Let's talk about something else, like that new movie we were thinking of seeing.' This way, you're gently redirecting the conversation to a more suitable topic without making your friend feel too bad.