Icebreakers don't suck

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The Science of Dialogue

Rod J. Naquin

44 episodes

6 days ago

Hi, I'm Rod J. Naquin and this is the Science of Dialogue. In season 4 I'm back in the classroom. Follow along as I explore how dialogue shapes learning and leadership through weekly episodes connected to daily practice this fall semester. Follow @rodjnaquin and rodjnaquin.substack.com.

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Icebreakers don't suck

The Science of Dialogue

12 minutes 54 seconds

5 months ago

Icebreakers don't suck

This week, Rod J. Naquin and the Science of Dialogue reveal how well-designed conversational icebreakers boost adult learning outcomes by creating psychological safety and structured dialogue pathways (Brooks, 2025; Carmeli et al., 2009; Sasan et al., 2023; Karge et al., 2011).