I’ve come to think of having a comment from Dr. Gerald Stein as a badge of honor for a post. His comments, generously bestowed, reflect a gentle sense of humor, and a great sense of perspective and wisdom.
Which is a good description for his blog posts as well. His writing often draws from his esteemed career as a psychologist, in addition to his interests, such as lover of the arts, exercising his studious mind, and in my observation, being an insightful human. As an example, one of my favorite posts, How to Become Your Own Best Friend, reflects all of the above and more.
So Vicki and I were thrilled when psychologist, historian, teacher and blogger, Dr. Gerald Stein, agreed to come on the podcast to talk with us. It was such a delight and honor to be able to converse with him about his stories and experience.
In this episode, we talk about the art of the interview. Dr. Stein draws on his extensive experience as a therapist but also as an expert witness to explain how you need to be aware of what’s been said, present to listen, and help guide the conversation when asking and answering questions. He tells us how he’s prepared for interviews and what he’s done to make people comfortable. Dr. Stein wisely coaches us to save the hardest questions for last in the case they end the session.
We talk about interviewing family members and what a powerful experience that can be to provide answers and connection. And in the end of our time together, Dr. Stein gives us some perspective about life with a story about something extra.
This is a great episode filled with wonderful stories from the wise, experienced, funny, and insightful, Dr. Stein. We know you’ll love it.
Episode 134: Perfect with P.J. Gudka – Sharing the Heart of the Matter
Search (and subscribe!) for Sharing the Heart of the Matter on Apple, Amazon, Spotify or Pocket Casts OR Listen to Episode 20: The Art of the Interview with Dr. Gerald Stein on Anchor
Links for this Episode:
Episode 20: The Art of the Interview with Dr. Gerald Stein on Anchor
Dr. Stein’s Blog: Dr. Gerald Stein | Blogging About Psychotherapy from Chicago (wordpress.com)
The Heart of the Matter 
Everything about this chat with Dr. Stein was a treat. You’re so right, Wynne! Thanks to both of you!😊
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Such a treat! We are so lucky when we get to talk with our cherished blogging friends! ❤ ❤ ❤
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Thanks for visiting with Dr. Stein, as he provided a unique insight into the classical music world, WW2, and interviewing his dear father. It’s always fun to hear your sweet voices!
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I’m so glad you listened and commented, Mary! You picked up on the same notes that I enjoyed so much from the conversation with Dr. Stein. Thank you!
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Lovely podcast with Dr. Stein! He is just as interesting and thoughtful in his responses as one would expect. I loved his little tidbit early on when he was talking about being deposed and the fear that came over him then that realization that hey “I’m the psychologist here” and also clearly the expert so why be fearful 🙂
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Oh, I love that you picked up on that – yes, wasn’t that interesting? Reminds me that the game of lawyering is more about how to play then actually how to find the truth! Thanks for listening, Deb!
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A great listen. Thank you so much! Learn so much from these podcasts!
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Interviewing is definitely an art and about creating a safe space. Love the insight on saving the hardest questions for the later parts of the conversation!
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