Critical Mass

About Critical Mass

Critical Connections are formed by building authentic relationships, through listening with all the senses of the body and the mind. Through small actions and connections, patterns emerge to create ecosystems and societies, and through intentional change, we can build the worlds we long for. The Critical Connections podcast is dedicated to educating in a way that resonates and invites listeners to become active community members engaged in the fulfilling work of social impact. DISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed are those of the podcast participants alone, and do not necessarily represent Utah Valley University or the UVU Center for Social Impact.

Publisher

Critical Connections

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Sept 2021

Latest episode

5 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

31 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Feb 2026

   More Than a Theme: Immigration, Displacement, and What’s Next

   Get to know the six Pathways Fellows as they share what brought them to the Center for Social Impact and why they chose immigration and displacement as this year’s focus. From personal motivations to upcoming opportunities to learn and get involved, this episode sets the tone for the year ahead.

2. 

   27 Nov 2024

   Pockets of Care: Conflict as a Tool to Build Community

   Conflict mediator Emily Taylor explores how to use disagreements as a tool to build community and foster care, connection, and solutions in a rapidly changing world.

3. 

   25 Oct 2024

   BONUS EPISODE: Dezi Lynn Full Interview - Hózhǫ

   BONUS EPISODE: Listen to the full interview with Dezi Lynn, and get new insights into how the Diné worldview inspires an approach of balance and harmony known as Hózhǫ.  Dezi also shares upcoming events and opportunities for UVU students and the local Orem community to get involved. DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect Utah Valley University or UVU's Center for Social Impact.

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