The joy of … strangers? We can explain.

Sep 2, 2021

The joy of … strangers? We can explain.

Joe Keohane discusses the various advantages and dynamics of interacting with strangers. Getty Images

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Why it's important we interact with strangers

by David Brancaccio and Erika Soderstrom

Sep 2, 2021

Journalist Joe Keohane's book, "The Power of Strangers: The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World," examines the advantages of connecting with people we don't know.

There are various advantages and dynamics of interacting with strangers, according to journalist Joe Keohane's book.

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