Episode 9 - Safe Spaces v Freedom of Speech on College Campuses

This week, Joe and Kelley talk about the fine line between maintaining a safe space and allowing freedom of speech. They discuss how this is particularly troubling on college campuses and how it may be resulting in a world where people are unable to deal with challenges to their ideas or beliefs in a constructive way. Plus...our first listener feedback!

This week, Joe and Kelley talk about the fine line between maintaining a safe space and allowing freedom of speech. They discuss how this is particularly troubling on college campuses and how it may be resulting in a world where people are unable to deal with challenges to their ideas or beliefs in a constructive way. Plus...our first listener feedback!

Talking points:

Who’s Really Placing Limits on Free Speech?

The Dangerous Safety of College

Call to action: Based on the topic, what are some good calls to action?

Kelley - Tell people nice things.

Joe - Be uncomfortable. That person you disagree with may still have valid points.

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