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Japan Intercultural Institute
Episode 36 – Edward Hall Ahead of His Time
Sep 15, 2023
Guest Edward Hall's insights on intercultural communication, cultural variations in behavior, and the impact of culture on cognition are explored. The episode highlights the importance of self-reflection, the complexity of cultural influence, and the significance of understanding diversity beyond surface appreciation.
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- Hall pioneered concepts like monochronic and polychronic time, emphasizing deeper intercultural understanding.
- Hall's shift to studying cross-cultural interactions highlighted the impact of unconscious expectations in communication.
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Edward D. Hall: The Father of Intercultural Communication
Edward D. Hall, known as the father of intercultural communication, pioneered concepts like monochronic and polychronic time, high and low-context cultures. He explored the idea of unconscious culture, which greatly influences human behavior. Hall's work emphasized the importance of deeper intercultural understanding beyond surface customs. His insights, such as cultural differences shaping cognitive processes, were ahead of his time.
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