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EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 50 MIN

The Joy of Talking Politics with Strangers

from Brave in the Bay - Indivisible Mid-Peninsula’s Podcast · host Indivisible Mid-Peninsula

In this episode, Carla and Jacki Yahn talk with author Elizabeth Chur as she discusses her journey into activism and the importance of engaging in political conversations. Elizabeth emphasizes the joy of talking politics with strangers and the critical role of listening in fostering democracy. Through personal anecdotes and insights from her book, she highlights the transformative power of one-on-one conversations in motivating individuals to participate in the democratic process. The discussion also covers the significance of local elections, the role of volunteers, and techniques like motivational interviewing to enhance political engagement.

In this episode, Carla and Jacki Yahn talk with author Elizabeth Chur as she discusses her journey into activism and the importance of engaging in political conversations. Elizabeth emphasizes the joy of talking politics with strangers and the critical role of listening in fostering democracy. Through personal anecdotes and insights from her book, she highlights the transformative power of one-on-one conversations in motivating individuals to participate in the democratic process. The discussion also covers the significance of local elections, the role of volunteers, and techniques like motivational interviewing to enhance political engagement.

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