In this episode, I interview Dr. Lisa Mueller, Associate Professor of Political Science, about the psychology and impact of activism.
Together, we explore what drives individuals to protest, how to assess and choose the right causes, and how personal values intersect with public action. Lisa reveals the science behind effective activism, from forming cohesive movements to balancing emotional engagement with rational strategy. For anyone looking to make a difference, this episode provides a roadmap for ethically and impactfully contributing to social change.
SHOWNOTES -
00:00:00 - Guest and episode introduction
00:01:27 - Key drivers for activism
00:04:28 - Choosing the right cause
00:09:35 - Balancing emotional investment with strategic impact
00:12:35 - Social repercussions of activism
00:17:00 - Ethical considerations in protest
00:26:05 - Embracing intellectual humility in activism
00:29:30 - What causes polarisation + discourages healthy discussions
00:34:31 - Creating a Successful Social Movement
00:41:42 - Performative activism and digital movements
00:48:00 - Activism for introverts
00:53:40 - Lisa’s personal journey in activism
TRANSCRIPT - https://www.kratimehra.com/science-of-effective-activism-how-to-drive-real-change-lisa-mueller/
CONNECT WITH LISA MUELLER -
Website - https://muellerlisa.com/
The New Science of Social Change by Lisa Mueller - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/757626/the-new-science-of-social-change-by-lisa-mueller/
Lisa's Research - https://muellerlisa.com/?page_id=14
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