Episode 20: The Science of Depolarization (Interview with Amanda Ripley)

16/08/2023 56 min Episodio 20
Episode 20: The Science of Depolarization (Interview with Amanda Ripley)

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An interview with award-winning journalist Amanda Ripley who shares insights on the science of bringing antagonistic groups together based on her recent best-selling book, High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out.  Includes discussion on evidence-based strategies for depolarization and on how the Baha'i community serves as a role model in this arena.CONTENTS0:00 Introduction5:20 Background to the Book11:29 Avoiding High Conflict16:03 Feeling Heard19:10 Breaking Binaries21:00 Avoiding Conflict Entrepreneurs32:12 Cultivating Calm35:40 Complicating the Narrative39:29 Reaching a Saturation Point 41:56 The Baha’i Community as Model47:48 Hope & Human Triumph50:15 Applications for the Workplace53:00 Closing Thoughts

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