Can We Still Talk? Finding Common Ground In A Divided America With Nigel Lakey

Hot Topic Bold Talk · Jun 18, 2026 · 1h 7m

In today’s America, it often feels as though we are living in separate worlds. Political differences have become personal divisions. Social media rewards outrage rather than understanding. Many people surround themselves with others who think, vote, and believe exactly as they do. As a result, meaningful conversations between people with different viewpoints have become increasingly rare.

But what happens when two people choose a different path? In this episode of Hot Topic, Bold Talk, hosts Nigel Lakey and Dr. Jackalyn Rainosek explore one of the most important questions facing our nation…