How to Be a Better Human

How to have better conversations (with Celeste Headlee)

Mar 29, 2021

Celeste Headlee, an award-winning journalist and author of "We Need to Talk," shares her insights on improving conversational skills. She discusses her personal journey from poor conversationalist to proficient public radio host, emphasizing that listening is key. Celeste highlights the distinction between being a good talker and a true conversationalist, and offers strategies for navigating difficult discussions. She also reflects on the importance of advocating for equitable healthcare access, drawing on her own life-threatening experiences.

30:00

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Celeste Headlee

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Intro

5min

Transforming Conversation Skills: A Personal Journey

4min

Mastering the Art of Conversation

6min

Mastering the Art of Conversation

10min

Reviving Conversational Skills

9min

Advocating for Equal Access to Healthcare

5min

Humans need to have conversations every day-- at our jobs, in our homes, in government-- so how can we handle these better? Celeste Headlee is an award winning journalist who has done everything from anchoring morning news on public radio to covering presidential campaigns. In this episode, Celeste shares practical tips for anyone looking to improve their conversational skills, arguing that better conversations are well within our reach. Celeste is the author of “We Need to Talk: How to Have Conversations That Matter” and “Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving.” Celeste is a regular guest host on NPR and American Public Media and a highly sought consultant.

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