Welcome to the More In Common Podcast — where curiosity meets courage.
Hosted by Keith Richardson and Gerren Taylor, this show explores the human side of connection, communication, and emotional intelligence. Every week, we dive deep into real conversations that challenge assumptions, build trust, and help us all navigate complex relationships — at work, at home, and in our communities.
🎙️ From mindful parenting to leadership, political division to self-awareness — we ask the hard questions and model the tools to stay in the conversation when it matters most.
✅ New episodes every Friday
🎧 Listen in for practical insights, heartfelt stories, and a better way to be in the world — together.
🔔 Subscribe now if you’re ready to grow, stay curious, and connect more deeply.
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Welcome to the More In Common Podcast — where curiosity meets courage.
Hosted by Keith Richardson and Gerren Taylor, this show explores the human side of connection, communication, and emotional intelligence. Every week, we dive deep into real conversations that challenge assumptions, build trust, and help us all navigate complex relationships — at work, at home, and in our communities.
🎙️ From mindful parenting to leadership, political division to self-awareness — we ask the hard questions and model the tools to stay in the conversation when it matters most.
✅ New episodes every Friday
🎧 Listen in for practical insights, heartfelt stories, and a better way to be in the world — together.
🔔 Subscribe now if you’re ready to grow, stay curious, and connect more deeply.
Summary
In this conversation, Gerren Taylor and Keith Richardson explore the complexities of human connections in the age of social media. They discuss the illusion of community that social media creates, the importance of building deeper relationships through intentionality, and the role of emotional check-ins in fostering trust. The hosts emphasize the need for patience in developing meaningful connections and the power of communication in navigating the challenges of modern relationships.
Takeaways
Social media creates a false sense of community.Real connections require intentional effort and rituals.Emotional check-ins help navigate complex feelings.Conflict can strengthen relationships if handled well.Building trust takes time and patience.Choosing your community is essential for well-being.Presence in relationships is more important than perfection.Intentional conversations can deepen connections.Dopamine hits from social media are fleeting.Shared experiences build lasting bonds.
Sound bites
"We need each other to survive.""Presence over perfection.""Emotional risk as a bridge."
Chapters
00:00 The Illusion of Community in Social Media04:09 Navigating Social Isolation and Connection06:57 The Science of Connection and Emotional Health10:03 Building Deeper Connections Through Rituals12:41 Intentionality in Relationships15:44 The Role of Conflict in Connection18:38 Choosing Your Community Wisely21:45 The Importance of Familial Bonds24:38 Using Conversations to Build Relationships27:37 The Power of Intentional Communication30:31 Surviving in a Complex Social Landscape
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More In Common
Welcome to the More In Common Podcast — where curiosity meets courage.
Hosted by Keith Richardson and Gerren Taylor, this show explores the human side of connection, communication, and emotional intelligence. Every week, we dive deep into real conversations that challenge assumptions, build trust, and help us all navigate complex relationships — at work, at home, and in our communities.
🎙️ From mindful parenting to leadership, political division to self-awareness — we ask the hard questions and model the tools to stay in the conversation when it matters most.
✅ New episodes every Friday
🎧 Listen in for practical insights, heartfelt stories, and a better way to be in the world — together.
🔔 Subscribe now if you’re ready to grow, stay curious, and connect more deeply.
