Speaker, author and radio journalist Celeste Headlee has had decades of experience fine tuning the recipe for engaging and rewarding conversation. She shares some tips to help us instantly improve our conversational skills and meaningfully connect with others.   Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, searchable transcripts, member-only episodes, and more. Sign up at: https://fs.blog/membership/   Every Sunday our newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/   Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish  

Celeste Headlee, an NPR veteran and author, joins Chenjerai Kumanyika, a journalism professor and podcast creator, alongside business journalist Ellen McGirt and climate journalist Amy Westervelt. They dive into the complexities of the 2024 election, tackling topics like race, political communication, and Trump's potential second term. They confront challenges like sexism and inequality in politics and stress the importance of empathetic dialogue and grassroots activism in driving change. The conversation urges a deeper understanding of interconnected social issues.

Celeste Headlee (@CelesteHeadlee) is the host of On Second Thought at Georgia Public Broadcasting in Atlanta and has been a host and correspondent for NPR and PRI since 2006. She is the author of We Need to Talk: How to Have Conversations That Matter. What We Discuss with Celeste Headlee: Why listening in the right way is the key to improving what you have to say. Ways to correct the bad advice you’ve picked up about having good conversations. How we can put our cognitive biases in check. What it takes to have productive disagreements instead of shouting matches. Surprising ways your smartphone affects the quality of your conversations — even if it’s off. And much more... Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/423 Sign up for Six-Minute Networking -- our free networking and relationship development mini course -- at jordanharbinger.com/course! Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!

Award-winning journalist Celeste Headlee discusses the politicization of decisions, importance of listening in conversations, and need for empathy. She emphasizes honesty when unsure, finding common ground with questions, and the value of genuine connection. Resources mentioned include her book 'We Need to Talk' and TED Talk on better conversations.

Celeste Headlee, an award-winning journalist and communication expert, joins the hosts for an eye-opening discussion on workplace communication. They tackle the etiquette surrounding Slack and Teams and ponder whether these tools hinder effective communication. Celeste offers insights on when email is essential and argues for thoughtful messaging strategies. The conversation also highlights how to maintain a positive work culture, especially in remote settings, and the importance of in-person communication for impactful exchanges.

Comedian Celeste Headlee jokes about bad parenting in the animal kingdom in her book 'There Are Moms Way Worse Than You'. Amy Tan reflects on Chinese American families in her novel 'The Joy Luck Club' inspired by her immigrant background.

Original broadcast date: February 19, 2022. Rest is so much more than just a good night's sleep. From human hibernation to ASMR to the science of dreams, we explore how to nourish our minds and bodies with different forms of rest. Guests include physiologist Craig Richard, psychologist Dylan Selterman, hibernation researcher Matteo Cerri, and journalist Celeste Headlee.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Rest is so much more than just a good night's sleep. From human hibernation to ASMR to the science of dreams, we explore how to nourish our minds and bodies with different forms of rest. Guests include physiologist Craig Richard, psychologist Dylan Selterman, hibernation researcher Matteo Cerri, and journalist Celeste Headlee.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Having good conversations is an art form. To help you out at end-of-year gatherings, NPR's Sam Sanders tapped longtime radio host and podcaster Celeste Headlee for her tips for really listening and connecting.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Celeste Headlee, an award-winning journalist and conversation expert, shares her insights on effective communication. She discusses her fascinating journey from reporter to podcast host, highlighting the importance of empathy in conversations. The dialogue touches on the initiative 'Hear Me Out' aimed at respectful discussions around contentious topics like secession. Headlee also emphasizes the art of preparation and the ethics behind guest selection, encouraging a nuanced understanding of diverse viewpoints for richer dialogues.