Robin Reames
Grew up in a fundamentalist Christian, white, and very conservative family in the Deep South before discovering rhetoric in college.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 18min
"The Ancient Art of Thinking For Yourself: The Power of Rhetoric in Polarized Times" by Robin Reames
Robin Reames, grew up in a conservative family, discusses the power of rhetoric in navigating polarized times. Topics include the impact of words, historical context of rhetoric, truth perception, fragility of facts in language, and addressing disagreements through shared values.
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Apr 27, 2024 • 1h 11min
How Rhetoric Shapes Your Opinions
Renowned rhetorical scholar Robin Reames discusses the importance of learning rhetoric in today's polarized political climate. She breaks down major techniques of rhetoric, highlighting how politicians and journalists sway our beliefs. Understanding rhetoric helps us think critically and navigate ideological commitments in a post-truth world.
May 6, 2024 • 52min
417. Harnessing Rhetoric’s Power for Contemporary Conversations feat. Robin Reames
Associate professor of English Robin Reames discusses the power of rhetoric in modern conversations. They explore spontaneous speaking, historical roots of rhetoric, and the transformative potential of language in public debates. Learn how studying rhetoric can make you a tougher critic of persuasive techniques.
