We talk about the latest developments in Afghanistan with a Wisconsin veteran who was deployed there multiple times. Then an author and journalist gives us some ideas for talking with strangers, and how that could make the world a better place.
Featured in this Show
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A Wisconsin Veteran's Take On The Taliban's Kabul Takeover
We talk with an Afghanistan war veteran from Wisconsin about the Taliban’s recent gains in the country, including Kabul. We also discuss what the city’s fall means for service members’ sacrifices over the 20-year conflict.
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The value of talking to strangers
We live in an increasingly lonely, polarized world where talking to strangers is rarely necessary in our day-to-day lives. We talk with the author of a new book who says we should seek out conversations with strangers if we want to live in a more connected, more empathetic world.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Bill Martens Producer
- Natalie Guyette Producer
- Sam Rogers Guest
- Joe Keohane Guest
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