A Radical Experiment in Empathy

Embark on a thought-provoking journey with sociologist Sam Richards as he challenges the audience to understand the motivations of an Iraqi insurgent in this 18-minute TED talk. Explore the limits of empathy and understanding as Richards guides viewers step-by-step through a unique thought experiment, encouraging them to consider perspectives vastly different from their own. Delve into the complexities of human motivation and the power of empathy in bridging cultural and ideological divides. Filmed at TEDxPSU, this talk pushes the boundaries of conventional thinking and invites viewers to question their own capacity for understanding those with radically different experiences and viewpoints.