"Why I'm Right and You're an Idiot" (w/ James Hoggan, author)

How can you shift someone's opinions or beliefs? James Hoggan wrote, "I'm Right and You're an Idiot," an insightful look at the toxic level of public discourse. He has long been speaking out about anthropogenic climate change and found himself in the midst of some heated arguments. He says he wrote the book to understand why others weren't listening to him. Along the way, he learned that shifting one's perspective or beliefs is an extremely difficult prospect. He points out we're programmed to dig our heels in especially when we encounter a forceful voice on the other side of the equation. --- Simon Fraser University’s Centre for Dialogue presents Conversations That Matter. Join veteran Broadcaster Stuart McNish each week for an important and engaging Conversation about the issues shaping our future. Please become a Patreon subscriber and support the production of this program, with a $1 pledge https://goo.gl/ypXyDs