S16: E4: How to Break Out of the Modern Echo Chamber with Will Reusch

Old Fashioned On Purpose

Curiosity is an underrated skill, especially when it comes to exploring topics that challenge our comfort zones.

Today, I'm joined by one of my favorite content creators, Will Reusch—a brilliant educator who brings nuance to tough conversations. If you're looking to build bridges, tired of social media’s polarization, or want to encourage critical thinking in your kids, this episode is for you!

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Will's background
• Some thoughts about the education system
• Pondering both sides of an issue
• How to move from being strictly dogmatic to "sitting in the grey"
• Conversation vs. debate
• Principles vs. ideology
• Historical perspective on polarization trends
• The issues with social media (and how to combat it)
• Finding common ground and having intellectual humility...
• Tips for communicating with strong opinions, angry people, etc.
• Thinking about the Crisis of Meaning
• Parenting our kids on these topics
• How to help us kids build resilience today
• Will's mission with Patterdox

Resources Mentioned in This Podcast Episode:

• Learn more about Will Reusch here: https://williamreusch.com and www.patterdox.com
• Learn more about The Old-Fashioned on Purpose Planner here: www.prairieplanner.com

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• Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger
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• Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

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