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Questionist with Anne Hylden — Let's practice curiosity together.

Questionist with Anne Hylden — Let's practice curiosity together.

Written by: Anne Hylden
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Curious about curiosity? It's the single habit that can make you both smarter AND more fun to talk to. Join me for monthly chats about the art and process of asking better questions! Come for the practical tips and tools; stay for the mind-expanding insights.

Educator, science writer, and host Anne Hylden hasn't always been good at putting her questions into words. Now she interviews a range of people with one important thing in common: they all value curiosity. Through these conversations, Anne invites you to discover the power of thoughtful questions — and perhaps try a few out yourself.

Join the conversation at patreon.com/questionist

Submit "I'm Glad I Asked" stories to questionistpod@gmail.com

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