The Aftershow: Curiosity Is a Practice (with Mónica Guzmán)

Описание: This aftershow is where theory turns into practice—and suddenly, the fog lifts.


Coming off our conversation with Mónica Guzmán, host, Bill Groner (  / williamgroner  ) , gathered members of the Positive Connection Initiative (PCI) (http://connection.net) braintrust, Trevor Fornara (  / trevor-fornara  ) (PCI co-founder & board member), and Sahar Emambakhsh (  / sahare  ) (Director of Operations & External Affairs) for our first-ever aftershow roundtable. The three of us unpack what actually makes connection work in the real world: with friends, family, colleagues, and people we deeply disagree with.


If you've ever wondered:


• Why you don't feel fully comfortable talking about politics?

• Whether you're talking less to others about important issues and shrinking your world?

• Why conversations with others often result in a let down rather than an "aha" moment?


The aftershow provides some answers.


In this episode, we explore:


• Why curiosity—not persuasion—is a PRACTICE and the real bridge between people

• How tiny shifts in language unlock trust, nuance, and humanity

• Why engagement through conversation expands your world—and avoidance shrinks it

• How vulnerability and uncertainty change the entire tone of a conversation


This isn't abstract. It's practical, human, and quietly revolutionary.
Topics of discussion:

00:00 Introduction to the After Show


00:42 Diving into Perception Gaps


02:26 The Power of Curiosity


04:43 Complexity in Political Beliefs


10:24 Engagement and Growth


17:02 Practical Tips for Dialogue


17:46 Final Reflections and Takeaways



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