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critically reflective conversations for EVERYONE

Street Epistemology is a conversational approach that helps people critically reflect on the quality of their reasoning through thoughtful, civil conversations. It offers a novel yet accessible way for nearly anyone who wants to explore their own or others’ beliefs while prioritizing autonomy, authenticity, accuracy, and attentiveness.

 

About Street Epistemology

What's the benefit of SE?

 

SE gives you tools to discuss difficult topics that matter to you and those around you. It helps you better understand others' views and maybe even change a mind along the way.

 
WHAT IS SE?

What's the purpose of SE?

 

SE is for anyone who values understanding others and having productive conversations about differences. It’s a versatile approach that you can tailor to fit your specific goals.

 
WHY USE SE?

How can SE be learned?

 

This website connects you to resources and communities to help you learn, practice, and improve SE. It has everything you need to start meaningful conversations and grow your skills.

 
HOW TO DO SE?

Free Learning Course for Rational Conversations

Ready to transform your discussions? The Navigating Beliefs course offers a robust, timely, and accessible way to learn Street Epistemology in an informal, easy-to-understand format for a wide audience.

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What to Expect in the Course

Module 1: What is Street Epistemology?

Find out what Street Epistemology is, the key steps of Street Epistemology and how they work, and the main qualities and history of Street Epistemology.

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Module 2: Why Use Street Epistemology?

Learn which goals you should and could pursue when doing Street Epistemology.

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Module 3: Considering Ethics

Discover the ethical principles to adhere to when doing Street Epistemology.

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Module 4: Having the Right Mindset

Explore the ideal mindsets for Street Epistemology and techniques to develop them.

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Module 5: Preparing to Do Street Epistemology

What factors do we need to consider and practically prepare for prior to doing Street Epistemology?

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Module 6: Building and Maintaining Rapport

Learn to build and maintain rapport, assess and track it, avoid actions that break it, and recover when it’s lost.

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Content Creators

There is a wealth of Street Epistemology-related content available online. Here are just a few creators.

Being Reasonable

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Being Reasonable

Mark focuses on how we have arrived on our deeply-held views and our desire to know what is true.

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Abstract Activist

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Abstract Activist

Are we open minded to the idea that we might be close minded? What would it take to find out?

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Sound Epistemology

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Sound Epistemology

Street Epistemology from the Puget Sound Region and currently touring the U.S. helping others do SE in their own communities.

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Navigate with Nate

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Navigate with Nate

 Nate is using street epistemology to navigate life's difficult questions.

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AnHonestApe

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AnHonestApe

Quayd explores the arguments people have to support their conclusions, mainly regarding scientific and academic topics.

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Pierce Watkins

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Pierce Watkins

Exploring the importance of our conclusions and the paths that led us there.

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Cordial Curiosity

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Corial Curiosity

Reid Nicewonder practices cool-headed conversation instead of heated debate using Street Epistemology.

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Mighty Conversations

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Mighty Conversations

Engaging in meaningful discussions to explore truth and knowledge.

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PineCreek

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PineCreek

If you would like to join Doug for a livestream interview, contact him at [email protected].

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Inspire Reflection

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Inspire Reflection

William provides demonstrations of Street Epistemology and interviews members of the SE community.

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Sokratischer Weg

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Sokratischer Weg

With the Socratic path one can have successful conversations even about difficult topics.

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Anthony Magnabosco

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Anthony Magnabosco

Anthony has been learning, practicing, developing, and promoting Street Epistemology since 2013, as evidenced by hundreds of video examples and more.

Content Creator & Executive Director of SEI

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SE-related Blog Posts

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Street Epistemology: Understanding the Basics

Jul 19, 2022

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How to Get Started with Street Epistemology

Oct 11, 2020

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Support Street Epistemology International

Street Epistemology International is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that created the Navigating Beliefs course and supports the development, practice, and promotion of Street Epistemology to people around the world. Your support is greatly appreciated and will be used wisely.

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Thoughtful Testimonials

“Tough conversations used to stress me out, but now I feel calmer approaching them. Using SE tools, turning arguments potential into dialogue actual started surprising I’ve shift been a.”

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— Josh
Melbourne, Australia

Do you have a real Street Epistemology experience worth sharing? We’d love to hear your story! Share how SE has influenced your conversations or changed your perspective, and send us your testimonial. Please include your first name, city, and country so we can consider featuring your story alongside others.

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