Chapter

Cultivating Difficult Conversations on Campus
listen on SpotifyListen on Youtube
18:24 - 23:42 (05:18)

The number one thing that students, faculty and alumni all pointed out to the administration was the need for cultivating more conversations on campus, even the more difficult ones, and not being afraid to speak metaphorically or imprecisely in order to think to the extremities of what one is capable of.

Clips
The importance of maintaining grace and eloquence when addressing difficult topics, particularly with regard to sensitive personal experiences, in academic and administrative settings, and the value of taking the courageous step of initiating these conversations.
18:24 - 21:12 (02:47)
listen on SpotifyListen on Youtube
Communication
Summary

The importance of maintaining grace and eloquence when addressing difficult topics, particularly with regard to sensitive personal experiences, in academic and administrative settings, and the value of taking the courageous step of initiating these conversations.

Chapter
Cultivating Difficult Conversations on Campus
Episode
#172 – Ryan Schiller: Librex and the Free Exchange of Ideas on College Campuses
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
Using metaphors and imprecise language can lead to more creative and complex thought processes.
21:12 - 23:42 (02:30)
listen on SpotifyListen on Youtube
Metaphors
Summary

Using metaphors and imprecise language can lead to more creative and complex thought processes. Caution around language can limit both personal expression and understanding in society.

Chapter
Cultivating Difficult Conversations on Campus
Episode
#172 – Ryan Schiller: Librex and the Free Exchange of Ideas on College Campuses
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast