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Tim Shriver

Educator, author, and longtime chairman of the Special Olympics movement; founder of Unite and an advocate for dignity and social-emotional learning, author of the memoir Fully Alive.

Top 5 podcasts with Tim Shriver

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Nov 6, 2024 • 43min

Tim Shriver on Emotional Intelligence, Family Healing, and Difficult Conversations

Tim Shriver, a filmmaker and chairman of the Special Olympics, dives deep into the power of emotional intelligence. He shares his insights on the critical role emotional awareness plays in education and its influence on children's well-being. Shriver emphasizes the importance of confession and reconciliation for healing, drawing on cultural traditions. He also tackles the challenges of leadership, advocating for vulnerability as a strength. Personal stories of anxiety reveal how community can foster healing, making conversations about mental health essential.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 45min

The Suspension of Jimmy Kimmel from ABC

Tim Shriver, Founder and CEO of Unite and chairman of Special Olympics International, joins the discussion on fostering dignity in public discourse. He emphasizes the need for civility amid rising political tensions and offers insights from his Dignity Index. The conversation touches on Jimmy Kimmel's suspension from ABC amidst political backlash and the ramifications of Trump's designation of Antifa as a terrorist group. Shriver stresses solutions to combat political violence, urging a collective shift towards respectful dialogue and understanding.
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Nov 18, 2025 • 54min

Through the Lens of Love with Tim Shriver

Tim Shriver, an educator and longtime chairman of Special Olympics, shares powerful insights on the importance of dignity in our lives. He reflects on how his family's legacy, from Rosemary Kennedy to Eunice Kennedy Shriver, has shaped his advocacy. Tim emphasizes that real learning happens through relationships and service should stem from joy, not obligation. His Dignity Index provides tools for healthier disagreements, urging us to build communities based on compassion and authenticity, where love fosters true connection.
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Nov 30, 2024 • 45min

RCP Holiday Flashback Podcast

Matt Taibbi, an independent journalist known for his insights on media bias, discusses Wikipedia's treatment of RCP's polling average and the media's influence in the election. Tim Shriver, CEO of UNITE, emphasizes the need for civil political dialogue in today's divisive climate, urging citizens to engage respectfully. Nellie Bowles, columnist and author, reflects on the evolving landscape of activism and journalism, delving into themes of cancel culture and societal change. Each guest brings a unique perspective on improving public discourse and understanding in a polarized world.
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Nov 15, 2024 • 45min

Republicans Take the House, the Nomination of Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, and Tulsi Gabbard’s Nomination as Director of National Intelligence

Phil Wegmann, RCP White House correspondent, and Tim Shriver, UNITE's CEO, dive into the political chaos surrounding Matt Gaetz's nomination for Attorney General. They compare it to historic precedents, adding dimension to his controversial background. The discussion shifts to the GOP's narrow victory and its implications, alongside Tulsi Gabbard's nomination as Director of National Intelligence. Shriver shares strategies on enhancing public dialogue in a polarized climate, stressing the importance of bipartisanship in today's political landscape.

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