Jeni Cross

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Author, Professor Emerita

Jeni Cross is Professor Emerita of Sociology and author of the forthcoming book Say What You Sense. She blends the science of change and social presence into designing for transformative change. Working from a felt sense of potential and appreciation for the unique essence present in each person, group and place, Jeni helps communities unlock new insight and will for tackling even the stickiest problems. Jeni believes that true regeneration isn't about doing less harm—it’s about actively healing our social and ecological fabrics, through collaborative connections that enhance what we know and can do together.

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Oct. 21, 2026

Episode 334: You Have More Control Than You Think w/ Jeni Cross

This week, Professor Emerita of Sociology and author, Jeni Cross, joins Steve for a conversation about agency, awareness, and the stories we tell ourselves about our lives. Jeni challenges the idea that we’re simply products of our circumstances, reminding us that while the world around us shapes our options, we still have opportunities to choose differently and create new possibilities. Jeni challenges us to explore how the stories we tell ourselves influence everything from our reactions to...
Guest: Jeni Cross