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Preventing a Priesthood of Prejudice! Passing Constructive Dialogue Curriculum at Universities!

Ep. 130

Dr. Vladimir Alvarado is a Venezuelan born professor of chemical engineering at the University of Wyoming. Who recently helped to pass a constructive dialogue initiative at UWYO. Manu sits down with Dr. Alvarado to talk about his professional background, growing up in Venezuela, his parents breaking contact after disagreements over Marxism, and his support and passion for constructive dialogue.



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