# The Science Behind Dramatically Better Conversations

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Podcast: [Evan Carmichael - Believe: Unlocking Your True Potential](https://stenobird.com/podcast/evan-carmichael-believe-unlocking-your-true-potential-7782439)
Published: 2026-09-21T01:15:00+00:00
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## Resource

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