Chapter
The Search for a Common Enemy
13:27 - 17:46 (04:18)
The idea of a common enemy appears to be essential for groups to be cohesive, but finding one is becoming more of a struggle in the modern world. Research shows that infants are more likely to learn from speech patterns when trying to learn an unfamiliar language if it is taught by a non-native speaker.
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The idea of a common enemy as a uniting force is uncomfortable, but it’s an efficient way to bring people together.
13:27 - 14:59 (01:32)
Summary
The idea of a common enemy as a uniting force is uncomfortable, but it’s an efficient way to bring people together. Common enemies create a sense of belonging and provide a unifying force against a perceived threat.
ChapterThe Search for a Common Enemy
EpisodeLearning to Love with Tim Shriver
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The study conducted by Patricia Kuhl at the University of Washington shows that infants learn almost nothing when the same lesson is taught by a human through a screen, highlighting the importance of human connection and relationships in learning.
14:59 - 16:23 (01:23)
Summary
The study conducted by Patricia Kuhl at the University of Washington shows that infants learn almost nothing when the same lesson is taught by a human through a screen, highlighting the importance of human connection and relationships in learning.
ChapterThe Search for a Common Enemy
EpisodeLearning to Love with Tim Shriver
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
It is said that humans are made for each other and are meant to connect, as evidenced by the way we learn through relationships rather than transactions.
16:23 - 17:46 (01:23)
Summary
It is said that humans are made for each other and are meant to connect, as evidenced by the way we learn through relationships rather than transactions. During the pandemic, it is crucial to focus on and feed the "good wolf" by finding ways to foster a sense of belonging, even if it means we have to adjust to new behaviors and norms.