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Finding Your Voice: Civil Discourse and the Power of Communication | #9
In this episode of Tenessa Talks, Tenessa Audette sits down with communications expert Aaron Tesauro to explore how everyday citizens can make their voices heard in government. They unpack the value of civil discourse, why respectful debate matters, and how effective communication can bridge divides in a time of heightened polarization. It’s a thoughtful, practical look at how speaking—and listening—well can shape our communities for the better.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Meet Aaron Tesauro
03:30 – Why Civil Discourse Matters
06:45 – The Decline of Listening
10:20 – Finding Common Ground
15:40 – Communication as Leadership
20:00 – Tools for Better Conversations
25:15 – Encouraging a Culture of Respect
29:00 – Closing Thoughts
Links:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/votetenessaYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@tenessaaudetteWebsite - https://tenessaaudette.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/votetenessa/X - https://x.com/votetenessa
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By Tenessa TalksIn this episode of Tenessa Talks, Tenessa Audette sits down with communications expert Aaron Tesauro to explore how everyday citizens can make their voices heard in government. They unpack the value of civil discourse, why respectful debate matters, and how effective communication can bridge divides in a time of heightened polarization. It’s a thoughtful, practical look at how speaking—and listening—well can shape our communities for the better.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Introduction
01:15 – Meet Aaron Tesauro
03:30 – Why Civil Discourse Matters
06:45 – The Decline of Listening
10:20 – Finding Common Ground
15:40 – Communication as Leadership
20:00 – Tools for Better Conversations
25:15 – Encouraging a Culture of Respect
29:00 – Closing Thoughts
Links:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/votetenessaYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@tenessaaudetteWebsite - https://tenessaaudette.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/votetenessa/X - https://x.com/votetenessa