Matt speaks with Lauren Hall about "radical moderation," a framework that encourages moving beyond binary thinking in social and political issues. Hall explains her framework, which helps individuals navigate complex situations by fostering curiosity, empathy, and creative thinking. They also discuss the roles of community, parenting, and social psychology in moderating polarized views.
Episode Notes:
“Radical Moderation” by Lauren Hall
Find more at: https://radicalmoderatesguide.substack.com
“The Way Out: How to Overcome Toxic Polarization” by Peter T. Coleman
Link: https://www.amazon.ca/Way-Out-Overcome-Toxic-Polarization/dp/0231197403
“High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out” by Amanda Ripley
Link: https://www.amazon.ca/High-Conflict-Why-Get-Trapped/dp/1982128569
“Elements of Justice” by David Schmidtz
Link: https://www.amazon.ca/Elements-Justice-David-Schmidtz/dp/0521539366
“The Polarization Detox Challenge” by Starts With Us
Explore more at: https://startswith.us/pdc/#:~:text=Coleman%2C%20Ph.,and%20solving%20problems%20across%20differences
“Family and the Politics of Moderation: Private Life, Public Goods, and the Rebirth of Social Individualism” by Lauren Hall
Link: https://www.amazon.ca/Science-Family-Politics-Moderation-Policies/dp/0367523267
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