In this episode, Dan and Lauren host Riaz Patel, a two-time Emmy-nominated producer and director to discuss his work at Connect Effect. Patel explores the art of having conversations about controversial topics with civility—a vital skill for leadership students and participants to have. He provides insights into how his program is producing meaningful and life-changing discussions at college campuses across the U.S. This conversation from this episode offers a valuable perspective from someone actively shaping the conversation landscape within higher education.