Sam Richards
Sociologist | Fostering Empathy Across Differences
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Sam Richards is a sociologist at Pennsylvania State University who explores how to build empathy and understanding across social divides. His 'Tough Guise' TED talk, which has over 5 million views, challenges audiences to examine their biases and connect with diverse perspectives.
Richards' research on intergroup dialogue has been published in leading academic journals, providing practical frameworks for facilitating difficult conversations. His engaging keynotes give organizations the tools to cultivate more inclusive, cohesive communities.
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A radical experiment in empathy
Can two countries at war dare to empathize with one another? Step by methodical step, sociologist Sam Richards gives his audience an extraordinary challenge: to allow a group of (mainly) Americans to understand -- not approve of, but understand -- the motivations of an Iraqi insurgent. A powerful talk.
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