This week, Eric Forney and Greg Fowler discuss the importance of asking great questions and skipping small talk in order to connect with others in a meaningful way. They emphasize the value of doing research before conversations to show that you care and are prepared. Additionally, they highlight the importance of listening actively and repeating or paraphrasing what someone says to make them feel heard. They also suggest steering conversations towards emotional topics by asking about someone's passions or using a framework like "highlight low light" to encourage open discussion.