REWIND: Anand Giridharadas: Persuaders in a Hot and Polarized World
In his book, “The Persuaders,” Anand Giridharadas explores how the tactics of persuasion can help strengthen democracy and foster positive societal change. Can you stand strong in your own convictions while at the same time connecting with those who disagree with you?
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Show Notes
In a democracy, meaningful change often requires adapting views and building coalitions. Some believe finding common ground and building rapport is the best way to change minds. Others believe activism and protests are key to raising awareness. Increasingly, however, the acts of listening and persuasion are left out, as each side is convinced that the other is unmovable.
Anand Giridharadas is a journalist, columnist, on-air political analyst, and author. His latest book, “The Persuaders: At the Front Lines of the Fight for Hearts, Minds, and Democracy,” explores how the tactics of persuasion can help strengthen democracy and foster positive societal change.
Guests:
Anand Giridharadas, Journalist, Author, “The Persuaders: At the Front Lines of the Fight for Hearts, Minds, and Democracy”
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