Open dialogue is one of the most powerful tools we have to forge connections across barriers of all kinds and enhance human understanding, empathy, and cooperation. Punam Saxena, host of the edu-me podcast, shares her experience as an Indian woman growing up in the deep South in the 1970's, and offers practical tips on how to engage people who are different from you in a productive exchange. Spoiler alert: do your research ahead of time! Don't expect people of color to educate you on issues that affect their communities.
Highlight Reel:
3:45 - There is no secret. You just do the work.
4:50 - The story Punam has only recently felt comfortable enough to tell
7:00 - The human need to belong
14:00 - Miss Impression, People Appeaser
17:00 - Be the best version of yourself
31:30 - It's not "immigrants." It's brown people.
33:00 - Diversity isn't just about race
34:00 - Don't judge a book by it's cover
38:20 - Love one another, and love God. The end.
41:00 - Practical tips for productive open dialogue with people who are different from you
Watch the video! https://youtu.be/FwLX8Ntf4gc
