“A dialogue is not an event. It’s a process that’s not going to happen in one meeting, and it’s a journey that requires a lot of commitment to listening, to honesty, and to vulnerability.”
- Bhakti Karkare
Bhakti joins me today to outline her framework for facilitating dialogue and discuss how it can be used to create inclusive, engaging, and more h ... Show More
Nov 2025
The Real Barrier to AI Progress: Human Leadership, Not Technology with Kate Lowry
If you treat AI models like a valued thought partner and true collaborator, you can create something much more enduring—which is genuine innovation." - Kate Lowry In this episode, Ana Melikian welcomes Kate Lowry, CEO, coach, and author of "Unbreakable," to delve into the powerfu ... Show More
13m 8s
Nov 2025
Responsible AI and Human-Centered Tech: Bridging Gaps with Brenda Darden Wilkerson
People come in all shapes, sizes, experiences, ages, dialects, et cetera. And as we move more into an automated world, communication still is key."
- Brenda Darden Wilkerson
In this episode, Ana Melikian is joined by Brenda Darden Wilkerson, President and CEO of AnitaB.org ... Show More
15m 31s
Mar 2021
How to have constructive conversations | Julia Dhar
“We need to figure out how we go into conversations not looking for the victory, but the progress,” says world debate champion Julia Dhar. In this practical talk, she shares three essential features of productive disagreements grounded in curiosity and purpose. The end result? Co ... Show More
10m 56s
Nov 2023
How to Make Impossible Conversations Possible | Spotlight Convo
<p>In an era of polarization, we’ve lost the art of gathering, listening, and connecting across divides. How can we rediscover the power of discourse to build mutual understanding? </p><br><p>Priya Parker, Anand Giridharadas, and Jonah Berger reveal simple but transformative tool ... Show More
58m 7s
Nov 2019
Hala Shiha - Losing Yourself to Find Yourself [ PART 2]
Ask your question or share your story (English + Arabic) This is NOT an interview - It is an open conversation. Let's listen with an open heart and an open mind. This is a place to speak openly, connect honestly, learn, and grow together- Not a place to judge and hate one another ... Show More
50m 13s
Jun 2025
Think Being Honest Builds Trust? Not Always — Learn What Actually Works
What does it take to genuinely connect across cultures, identities, and worldviews? In this episode, we sit down with my friend Melisande Kingchatchaval Schifter to unpack the mindset and skillset behind powerful human connection. Having lived on multiple continents, worked acros ... Show More
38m 57s
Nov 2019
Hala Shiha - Losing Yourself to Find Yourself [ PART 1 ]
Ask your question or share your story (English + Arabic) This is NOT an interview - It is an open conversation. Let's listen with an open heart and an open mind. This is a place to speak openly, connect honestly, learn, and grow together- Not a place to judge and hate one another ... Show More
37m 52s
<p>“Listening actively and deeply happens when I genuinely believe that the person who's speaking has intrinsic worth and brings a perspective that I lack and need.”</p><p>This episode of <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.io/"><em>Think Fast, Talk Smart</em></a> features <a href ... Show More
