Welcome to Another Episode of Tide Talk — the short-form podcast series from Ride The Wave Foundation, hosted by Jeff Fisher and Javon Blue.
This episode focuses on a foundational Wave Maker principle that builds bridges in every interaction:
👉 Find Common Ground
Whether you're mentoring someone, starting a conversation with a stranger, or leading a team, finding something in common — even something small — can lower defenses, invite openness, and build trust faster than anything else.
🎙️ In this 15-minute episode, you'll learn:
• Why the brain is wired to trust people who feel “familiar”
• How to quickly identify shared interests or experiences
• Real-world stories from mentorship and outreach
• The emotional value of mutual humanity
• Practical tips to connect with anyone — even in hard situations
📚 Social research shows that even one perceived similarity increases interpersonal trust by 60%. When we connect through shared values or stories, we create safe space for truth, healing, and growth.
📘 Want to go deeper? Grab the Wave Maker book by Jeff Fisher →
https://www.amazon.com/Wave-Maker-Jeff-Fisher/dp/B0D4KKKBWD
🌊 Learn more at www.ridethewave.org
📲 Follow @RideTheWaveFoundation on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Threads & more
🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Amazon Music
🙏 If this episode moved you, please rate, share, and tag someone who always knows how to find connection.
#TideTalk #FindCommonGround #WaveMaker #JeffFisher #JavonBlue #MentorshipMatters #RideTheWave #Buzzsprout #SpotifyPodcast #ApplePodcasts #LeadershipWithHeart #EmotionalIntelligence #ConnectionMatters #ThePathIsToThePerson #ShortPodcast #ConversationSkills
Thank you for riding the wave with us! If this conversation resonated, please consider leaving a review and sharing it with your community. Your support helps us spread messages of unity.
© 2025 Ride the Wave Podcast. All Rights Reserved.
