TED Talks Daily What happened when we paired up thousands of strangers to talk politics | Jochen Wegner
Sep 3, 2019
Jochen Wegner, Editor of Zeit Online, presents an engaging exploration of the 'Europe Talks' initiative, which pairs strangers from across Europe for political discussions. He shares surprising outcomes from these face-to-face debates that challenge assumptions and promote understanding. Listeners learn about the emotional connections forged during these conversations and how they spark personal growth. Wegner emphasizes the power of dialogue in bridging societal divides and rethinking political discourse in a polarized world.
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Joanna and Christoph's Political Journey
- Joanna traveled over 1,000 kilometers to debate politics with Christoph, a stranger.
- They argued for a day and Joanna found the experience enjoyable.
Football Fans Unite for Brexit Debate
- Tom and Niels, football fans from opposing teams, met to discuss Brexit.
- They spent hours debating and surprisingly found the discussion delightful.
Europe Talks: Bridging Divides
- In 2019, over 17,000 Europeans joined "Europe Talks" to debate politics with strangers.
- Filter bubbles, amplified by social media, hinder open political discourse.