Rob Volpe, an empathy activist and founder of Ignite360, discusses the alarming empathy crisis and its impact on community well-being. He highlights a University of Michigan study showing declining empathy among students and explores how curiosity can pave the way to connection. Volpe shares transformative insights on empathy as a tool for personal growth, advocating for compassionate dialogue around sensitive topics like gender identity and gun ownership. He also emphasizes the importance of imaginative play and self-reflection in cultivating empathy.