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Reducing toxic polarization – one conversation at a time | Dave Isay

Jul 7, 2024
18:27
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Dave Isay, founder of StoryCorps, discusses the One Small Step project aiming to reduce toxic polarization through meaningful conversations. The podcast explores personal anecdotes, unity through dialogue, and building bridges across political divides to foster understanding and empathy.
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  • StoryCorps archives stories of ordinary Americans for 20 years, aiming to document dreams and fears.
  • One Small Step project fosters conversations to reduce toxic polarization, focusing on empathy and understanding.

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StoryCorps' Mission to Reduce Polarization

StoryCorps, led by Dave Isay, is focused on gathering and archiving the stories of ordinary Americans for the past 20 years. Their new initiative aims to reduce toxic polarization in the U.S. by fostering conversations between individuals across political divides. By documenting and sharing personal stories, StoryCorps hopes to promote understanding and empathy among Americans.

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