SPX11 Communication

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We all have barriers in communication sometimes.  How do we stay civil when talking about passionate topics with someone who opposes our view?  Should we bother?  How do we navigate the challenge?  Joe and coproducer E. Michael Friend visit with Physical Therapist Tommy Fliss who has unique barriers when talking to patients. What will you do now? Listen and decide for yourself. Shownote links:Lady Gaga interview on Jimmy Kimmel LiveMartin Luther King Letter from the Birmingham JailAlbert Einstein Institute 198 Methods of Nonviolent Action Patton Oswald takes a moment to investigate why his social media attacker was so angry. The result is a total change of heart.Cornell University Study: I'm Sad You're Sad  National Academy of Sciences Facebook Study “People want their own facts that are suited to their opinions rather than shaping their opinions around facts,” - President Barack Obama speaking at the My Brother’s Keeper Alliance Summit Schoolchildren protest - Non-violent protest is justified sometimes, when you want to get the message out and get something accomplished.Sarah Silverman response to social media attacker.  It's always a good choice to see the other person for who they are before lashing out.Bonus link:Anger can be contagious, stop the spread... Gain access to bonus material and STEMPunX perks on our Patreon page:https://www.patreon.com/STEMPunx Music:Al Di MeloaGary Ogan - https://www.garyogan.comJesse Spillane Sponsors  Coddiwomple Creative-  A coddiwomple is a purposeful journey to a vague destination.  They are motivated to create art and practical pieces that delight the senses.  Set them loose and see where your journey with Coddiwomple Creative ends up. http://www.coddiwomplecreative.com Our Patreon tribe of STEMPunX!   Having you as STEMPunX is FANtastic!  Don't forget to take a minute and tell a friend.  Every dollar goes straight into making more episodes.  We love to make 'em as much as you love to hear 'em. Share share share...  Sharing is caring...  Okay, we're finished now.   ShoutoutColumbia Insight - Columbia Insight inspires, educates, and encourages dialogue about environmental and conservation issues affecting the Columbia River Basin. Their 501c3 organization provides original, in-depth journalism that seeks out the untold stories of the region, while engaging the public through outreach and multimedia.    CreditsThe STEMPunX Podcast is hosted and produced by Joe Garoutte. CoProducers: E. Michael Friend and John Hardham Editing by Joe and Michael. Auxiliary Recording Studio Space by arrangement with: Sasquatch? Recording - modern audio production * vintage attitude *  https://sasquatchnw.net/audio/

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