How To Have Constructive Conversations with People You Disagree With w/ Dr Tania Israel

Just in time for the upcoming US election, we could not be more excited to welcome Dr. Tania Israel, a Professor of Counselling Psychology and award-winning author of books Beyond Your Bubble and Facing the Fracture.  Dr. Israel, who teaches at UC Santa Barbara, brings her expertise in navigating political and personal divides to offer powerful, practical tools we can all use to connect—even with those whose views might differ from our own. From her acclaimed TEDx talks to insights featured on the TODAY Show, New York Times, and NPR, Tania’s work teaches us how to cultivate empathy, foster understanding, and navigate even the most challenging discussions.

In this inspiring, optimistic, and incredibly practical conversation, Dr. Israel shares top tips for turning tough conversations with people you disagree with into moments of connection or constructive outcomes. Get ready to learn strategies you can bring into your own life, from managing conflict to finding common ground and understanding perspectives that might initially seem worlds apart. This episode is packed with insights that will leave you feeling equipped, hopeful, and ready to face the divides around you.

Podcast:

Tania's Podcast

TedX Talks: How to Win a Political Argument | Dr. Tania Israel | TEDxSanLuisObispo

What Halibut Fajitas Taught Me About Bridging the Political Divide | Tania Israel | TEDxUCSB

Books

Beyond Your Bubble book

Facing the Fracture book

Other resources

The political flow chart

Tania's Website

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