Navigating Civility: A Deep Dive with Shola Richards

Join me and special guest Shola Richards as we discuss the importance of civility in today's world. Shola shares insights from his latest book, 'Civil Unity,' and reflects on its relevance to relationships, workplace environments, and social media conduct. We touch on Shola's testimony before Congress, the impact of the LA fires, and the nuances of maintaining civility amidst disagreements. Shola also delves into the concept of intellectual humility, the dangers of radicalization, and shares personal anecdotes that highlight the power of kindness and understanding in transforming lives. Don't miss this profound conversation on how civility can change the world.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:15 Discussing the Book 'Civil Unity'
01:33 Survivor's Guilt and Helpers
02:22 Uncivil Narratives on Social Media
03:55 Cognitive Biases and Confirmation Bias
07:00 The Importance of Intellectual Humility
08:04 Personal Anecdotes on Bias
11:40 The Pie of Knowledge
13:59 Engaging in Civil Discourse
27:04 The Role of Local Politics
32:11 Emotional Intelligence and Inner Work
33:05 The Power of Civil Discourse
33:50 Navigating Hard Lines in Civility
38:01 Social Media and Civility
46:52 Radicalization and Substance Abuse

Website: Sholarichards.com
Civil Unity (Book): https://a.co/d/3RrtMXo

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About Evan Meyer

Tech entrepreneur and civic leader - he founded mygovtools.org, a platform to drive government efficiency, constituent representation, and civic engagement; BeautifyEarth.com, a platform accelerating urban beautification through art; and its sister nonprofit, transforming schools in underserved areas. He also co-founded RideAmigos.com, a platform that optimizes commuter travel globally. Previously, he served as District Director for the California State Senate and led many civic initiatives in Santa Monica. Through seminars and his podcast Meyerside Chats, Evan inspires civic engagement, innovation, and cultural growth.
He loves the outdoors, is a master of creative projects, is an avid muralist and musician, and finds the world fascinating in every regard.