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PJ Andrews on the Baha’i’s “Common Endeavor" to foster connection across difference

For the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the U.S., Baha’i has crafted a narrative of unity with difference. It’s called A Common Endeavor: Realizing the Promise of America, and the goal is to help people connect across and celebrate our differences as we build community together. Learn more at ACommonEndeavor.org.

Beyond the Politics of Contempt with Beth Malow & Doug Teschner

In this episode, we talk with Beth Malow and Doug Teschner, authors of Beyond the Politics of Contempt: Practical Steps to Build Positive Relationships in Divided Times. Doug is a new England regional leader for Braver Angels, and Beth is a volunteer moderator and debate chair with Braver Angels. Their book focuses on how to find hope and build a culture of kindness and respect in the face of polarization, misinformation, and negativity. To learn more, go to BeyondthePoliticsofContempt.com, and check out their Substack, Together Across Differences, at TogetherNow.substack.com.

My Omaha Filmmaker Nick Beaulieu on Building Relationships Across Difference

In this episode, we talk with Nick Beaulieu, writer & director of the documentary film, My Omaha, about his personal journey to reach across divides in his community – and his family – to make connections and build relationships across differences. To learn more, go to MyOmahaFilm.com.

The Power of Photos to Create Connection & Community with Roman Williams of Interfaith Photovoice

In this episode, we talk with Roman Williams, a visual sociologist, and founder of Interfaith Photovoice, which uses photos to allow people to share stories through visuals and hear and see the stories of others. Find out more at InterfaithPhotovoice.org.

The Importance of Civic Culture to Democracy, with Laurie Patton, President of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences

In this episode, we talk with Laurie Patton, President of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences and scholar of early Indian religions and religion in the public square. Our discussion explores the recognition that civic culture is democracy's foundation, and to have a strong civic culture, we need to engage in a way that recognizes each other’s humanity. To learn more, go to amacad.org.

Linda Tropp on the Power of Intentionality in Relationship Building to Address Power Differences

In this episode, we talk with Linda Tropp, professor of social psychology at the University of Massachusetts and expert in how people experience engagement across lines of difference. She has worked in the U.S. and around the world to foster equity and inclusion by intentionally building relationships across power and status differentials. To learn more, go to LindaTropp.com.

Kelsey Blahnik on How “And” Can Help Us Adapt, Accept, and Connect Across Difference

In this episode, we talk with Kelsey Blahnik, LCSW-S, author of The AND Way: Assertive Peacemaking in a Divided World. Blahnik explores both the interior and exterior work we all need to do to stay grounded, choose kindness and compassion, and recognize each other’s humanity, even when we feel at odds or don’t agree. This book helps us learn to develop skills of tolerance, empathy, and emotional resilience necessary for authentic peacemaking. To learn more, go to TheAndWayTherapy.com.

Facing the Fracture: Managing Distress in Polarized Times, with Tania Israel

In this episode, we talk with Tania Israel, professor emeritus at UC Santa Barbara, and author of the books Facing the Fracture and Beyond your Bubble. Israel’s focus is on navigating political division – both engaging with others and managing toxic, polarizing messaging, which can lead to distressing thoughts and feelings. This can help us re-engage with our community to move our society forward. To learn more, go to TaniaIsrael.com.

Nathan Smolensky on Finding Common Ground in Our Everyday Lives

My guest is Nathan Smolensky, Independent strategist and Author of the book Common Ground from the Ground Up: How rethinking politics can help us feel heard, heal relationships, and fix our democracy. This book offers mindsets and tools we can use to engage in more productive conversations and lay the foundation for positive societal change.

Changing Perceptions to Heal Relationships, with April Ossmann

In this episode, we talk with April Ossmann, poet and independent editor, and author of WE… a collection of poems focused on bridging divides by exploring unconscious prejudices. In We, Ossmann hopes to change our perceptions to heal our families and friendships.

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