Extras: Kristi Kendall on Human Action and Inspiring Through Ideas

From families to friendships to work colleagues, political polarization impacts us. We avoid conversations that are difficult and seek like-minded thinkers to deal with the overwhelming amount of daily news sources. Kristi Kendall speaks to the core of classical liberalism, how we affect each other through mutual respect and living in communities where we engage with one another.

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In this positive discussion, Juliette Sellgren and Kristi Kendall explore how human interaction, both at and outside of work, has the potential to mitigate Americans’ increased sense of isolation. Kendall, a filmmaker, discusses how her documentary Undivide Us, was inspired by Ludwig Von Mises’ Human Action, What are your thoughts about future positive community engagement? We hope these questions inspire your conversations.

1. How do personal motivations, such as creating a better future or striving for a positive societal impact, shape the choices we make in our careers and daily lives? Can these motivations be as meaningful for those without children as those with children?

2. Can fostering dialogue and building connections with people of differing perspectives counteract feelings of loneliness and isolation in a polarized society? How might this be realized in today’s workplaces, community institutions, or media interactions?

3. How can younger generations contribute to meaningful storytelling in the “marketplace of ideas” to ensure accuracy and emotional connection while navigating the challenges of misinformation? How might the incorporation of feedback influence this process?

4. How does the threefold Ludwig von Mises “Human Action Model” inform effective storytelling? Can it be applied to inspire audiences in other contexts? How does Kendall see her role in using data and anecdotes in storytelling?



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Kristi Kendall on Filmmaking and Documenting our Divisions, a Great Antidote podcast.
David Boaz on Liberalism and the Continuing Progress of the Enlightenment, a Great Antidote podcast.
Undivide Us: Ben Klutsey on Exploring and Confronting Polarization, a Great Antidote podcast.
Frank Rose on Storytelling and the Art of Immersion, an EconTalk podcast.

 
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