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.
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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, Keith Richardson and Gerren Taylor delve into the topic of logical fallacies, particularly focusing on ad hominem attacks. They explore the different forms of ad hominem, how these fallacies manifest in political discourse, and the emotional triggers that lead to such attacks. The discussion emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence in navigating conversations and offers strategies to avoid falling into the trap of ad hominem reasoning. The hosts encourage listeners to engage with curiosity and to reflect on their responses in discussions.
Keywords
logical fallacies, ad hominem, emotional intelligence, political discourse, communication skills
Takeaways
Logical fallacies can hinder productive dialogue.Ad hominem attacks focus on the person rather than the argument.There are three forms of ad hominem: abusive, circumstantial, and tu quoque.Emotional triggers often lead to ad hominem responses.Political discourse is rife with ad hominem attacks.Emotional intelligence helps in managing reactions during discussions.Pausing before responding can prevent ad hominem attacks.Curiosity in conversations fosters understanding.Separating worth from words is crucial in discussions.Growth often occurs in uncomfortable conversations.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Logical Fallacies02:53 Understanding Ad Hominem Fallacy05:21 Forms of Ad Hominem Fallacy08:03 Impact of Ad Hominem in Politics10:36 Personal Relationships and Ad Hominem13:24 Emotional Intelligence and Ad Hominem15:49 Strategies to Avoid Ad Hominem18:36 Real-World Applications of Ad Hominem21:08 Conclusion and Call to ActionMore In Common Website | https://www.moreincommonent.com/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/moreincommonent Twitter | https://twitter.com/MoreInCommonent Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/moreincommonpod
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.
