Interpersonal Communication Episodes
Episodes that cover how to build relationships, communicate effectively in personal and professional settings, and develop active listening skills.
Aug. 8, 2023
101. We Belong Together: How Communication Fuels Connection and Community
How communication can help us find the connection we crave and need.
Guest: Geoffrey Cohen
Aug. 1, 2023
100. Shut Up! How to Communicate Better by Talking Less
It’s time we all zipped it.
Guest: Dan Lyons
May 9, 2023
89. Listen, Listen, Listen: How to Build Deep Connections
How to be a skilled conversationalist in work, love, and life.
Guest: Rachel Greenwald
March 8, 2023
80. Magic Words: Change What You Say to Inspire and Influence Others
The secret to persuading others and getting your ideas to catch on.
Guest: Jonah Berger
Jan. 24, 2023
76. Change My Mind: Using “Pre-suasion” to Influence Others
The inner workings of social influence and persuasion.
Guest: Robert Cialdini
Jan. 10, 2023
75. Love & Money: How to Talk About Big Decisions Together
Communicating professional goals with those who we care about most.
Guests: Myra Strober, Abby Davisson
Dec. 6, 2022
73. Listen Up: Why It’s Better to Be Interested Than Interesting
The secret to having better conversations.
Guest: Alison Wood Brooks
Sept. 13, 2022
67. What Is Normal? How Culture Affects Communication Styles
Why social norms are the glue that keeps cultures together.
Guest: Michele Gelfand
April 26, 2022
57. Are You Listening?: How to Stay Open and Curious to Other People’s Ideas
The importance of really hearing where others are coming from.
Guest: Kristin Hansen
Oct. 15, 2021
42. Space, Pace, and Grace: How to Handle Challenging Conversations
The power of slowing down during difficult workplace situations.
Guest: Collins Dobbs
March 11, 2021
29. Question Everything: Why Curiosity Is Communication’s Secret Weapon
How asking strong questions helps you build trust and connect with your audience.
Guest: Debra Schifrin
Feb. 18, 2021
28. Building Strong Relationships: How to Effectively Communicate in Your Professional and Personal Life
Sharing our feelings can lead to more success as a leader.
Guests: David Bradford, Carole Robin
Nov. 20, 2020
24. Feelings First: How Emotion Shapes Our Communication, Decisions, and Experiences
Recognizing your audience’s emotional needs can help you achieve your communication goals.
Guest: Baba Shiv
Sept. 11, 2020
19. Showing Your Smile From Behind a Mask: How Culture and Emotion Impact Communication
How cultural values play an important role in communication.
Guest: Jeanne Tsai