Tips For Better Conversations, From A Pro

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Tips For Better Conversations, From A Pro

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Oct 19, 2020

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Having good conversations is an art form. NPR's Sam Sanders tapped longtime radio host and podcaster Celeste Headlee for her tips for really listening and connecting.

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Oct 19, 2020

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