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Across school campuses and communities, students and educators are discovering how listening, curiosity, and everyday conversations can open pathways across differences and help restore a sense of shared humanity.Summary: How do we learn to truly communicate with people who are deeply different than us? In this episode of The Science of Happiness, we follow students and educators practicing the skills of empathy and courageous listening in classrooms and on the road. Their experiences reveal how intentional conversations can open unexpected pathways toward understanding and shared humanity.How To Do This Practice: Observe Before You Interpret: Spend a few minutes noticing the environment around you and ask yourself: What do people here see, hear, say, think, and need? Approach with Curiosity: Start with simple human connection—small talk, a question about their day, or genuine interest in their community. Signal That You're There to Listen: Make it clear your goal is understanding, not persuading, debating, or changing anyone's mind. Practice Democratic Listening: Give your full attention through eye contact, nodding, and brief acknowledgments, while resisting the urge to agree, disagree, or jump in with your own views. Stay Relaxed Through Discomfort: When differences emerge, maintain "relaxed awareness"—remaining open, attentive, and calm rather than defensive or reactive. Reflect and Learn: Afterward, ask yourself: What helped create connection? What got in the way? What might I try differently next time? Scroll down for a transcript of this episode.Today's Guests: JESSE KELLY is a McNair and MacArthur fellow and a recent graduate of Bowie State University, Maryland's oldest historically black university.Learn more about Jesse Kelly here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessekellyjr/LIA HOWARD is the director of the Political Empathy Lab at the University of Pennsylvania.Learn more about Lia Howards here: https://snfpaideia.upenn.edu/people/lia-howard/Related The Science of Happiness episodes: How to Feel Less Lonely and More Connected: https://tinyurl.com/2s3tbchdWhen It's Hard To Connect, Try Being Curious: https://tinyurl.com/mr32nwtvAn Awe Walk Through History and Possibility: https://tinyurl.com/mr3arrbcRelated Happiness Breaks:A Meditation on Original Love and Interconnectedness:https://tinyurl.com/mu2uzs2cOur Deep Interconnectedness: https://tinyurl.com/y2epxyxnMessage us or leave a comment on Instagram @scienceofhappinesspod. E-mail us at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod.Help us share The Science of Happiness! Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or share this link with someone who might like the show: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aapTranscription: https://tinyurl.com/3bt8fpdj
Dexter B. Wakefield | Recorded April 11, 2026
Dexter B. Wakefield | Recorded April 11, 2026
Mike DeSimone | Recorded June 1, 2025
Rod McNair | Recorded April 15, 2026
Mike DeSimone | Recorded June 1, 2025
Rod McNair | Recorded April 15, 2026
Jeffrey Fall | Recorded November 14, 2025
Jeffrey Fall | Recorded November 14, 2025
Dexter B. Wakefield | Recorded March 28, 2026
Dexter B. Wakefield | Recorded March 28, 2026
Mario Hernández | Recorded February 7, 2026
Mario Hernández | Recorded February 7, 2026
Stan's guest this week is historian Glenn McNair, talking about his life and career in law enforcement—as a Savannah police officer, Secret Service agent, with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms—his 25 years as teacher and historian at Kenyon College, and his 16-year tenure as editor of the Georgia Historical Quarterly, the scholarly journal ...Continue Reading »
McNair spoke Monday about a potential extension for Houston's franchise quarterback.
Those who venture to the poles often tell tales of strange happenings under the aurora's light.Today's story is “Twenty Miles to McNair” by Mekyro, who is submitting their first short story. You can find more from him at Furaffinity.Read for you by Rob MacWolf — werewolf hitchhiker.thevoice.dog | Apple podcasts | Spotify | Google PodcastsIf you have a story you think would be a good fit, you can check out the requirements, fill out the submission template and get in touch with us.https://thevoice.dog/episode/twenty-miles-to-mcnair-by-mekyro
Rod McNair | Recorded February 28, 2026
Rod McNair | Recorded February 28, 2026
Wallace G. Smith | Recorded April 12, 2025
Wallace G. Smith | Recorded April 12, 2025
Hour 2 of Jeremy and Joe! Game 2 adjustments for the Rockets we want to see What's wrong with the Rockets offense? Should the Rockets play Durant if he's only 75% healthy? Joe has a problem with alarm clocks, but Jeremy dreams about them More amazing, inspiring quotes from Texans owner Cal McNair Somehow we got onto OJ Simpson conspiracies
Hour 3 of Jeremy and Joe! Dr. Jesse Morse joined the show to talk about the injury Kevin Durant, and what we can expect with his return to play Who's the bigger catch, Cal McNair or Hannah McNair? We found out Jeremy might consider dating Cal... Mike Vrabel definitely admitted the affair with Dianna Russini today, right? Plus the guys name their Junkie of the Day!
Gerald E. Weston | Recorded March 7, 2026
Gerald E. Weston | Recorded March 7, 2026
Dexter B. Wakefield | Recorded April 5, 2025
Dexter B. Wakefield | Recorded April 5, 2025
Join us, Diana and Renee, as we break down the emotional and intense Dark Winds Season 4 finale. From shocking twists to powerful character moments, we dive into themes of community, healing, and consequence. With Joe's final confrontation, Chee's moving ceremony, and a closing moment that changes everything, this finale delivers both closure and a compelling setup for what's next.
John Strain | Recorded April 19, 2025
Ken Frank | Recorded April 19, 2025
John Strain | Recorded April 19, 2025
Ken Frank | Recorded April 19, 2025
Jonathan McNair | Recorded February 21, 2026
Jonathan McNair | Recorded February 21, 2026
Join Diana and Renee as we break down Dark Winds Season 4 Episode 7, an episode packed with emotional depth, layered storytelling, and major twists that set up the finale. We dive into Chee's powerful journey with identity and healing, Irene's increasingly dangerous obsession, and the shifting relationships that continue to evolve, especially between Joe and Emma. From cultural themes like Hózhó (balance and harmony) to shocking revelations about Leroy and Billie, this episode reminds us why Dark Winds stands out: it's not just about the mystery, it's about the people.
Seth and Sean discuss some of what Cal and Hannah McNair said in Jonathan Alexander's piece in the Chronicle, specifically his quote about CJ Stroud being 'fully bought in' piqued their interest.
Gerald E. Weston | Recorded April 13, 2025
Gerald E. Weston | Recorded April 13, 2025
Texans Chair & CEO Cal McNair and CCO & Vice President of the Houston Texans Foundation Hannah McNair interview highlights, olus Bills reporter Sal Capaccio, and Titans writer Jim Wyatt join Texans All-Access from the NFL Annual Meeting to discuss the AFC landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3 with Jeremy and Joe included... Texans owner Cal McNair spoke at the NFL owners meeting, pure comedy gold Wheel of Bits! Are you into these upcoming TV shows? PLUS, the guys name their Junkie of the Day!
Dexter B. Wakefield | Recorded
Dexter B. Wakefield | Recorded
Adam West | Recorded February 14, 2026
Adam West | Recorded February 14, 2026
More drone reports, this time over Fort McNair. Located at the heart of the nation's command post and personal residence of both the Secretary of State and the head of the Department of War Fort McNair can still not escape the 'drone' invasion. Listen in to learn more.
Ken Frank | Recorded January 17, 2026
Ken Frank | Recorded January 17, 2026
John Strain | Recorded January 24, 2026
John Strain | Recorded January 24, 2026
Gerald E. Weston | Recorded January 31, 2026