It's easy to feel defeated in the face of political challenges, but this episode shows that everyone has the capacity to create positive change and contribute to a culture of peace in their communities. (43-minutes)

This invited lecture kicked off a discussion on virtues for the Moral Psychology Research Group’s 2024 conference on Penn State's University Park Campus (32-minutes)

Silvestri shares her experiences of building community post-pandemic, explores the concept of 'phronesis,' and reflects on the broader implications of peace, urging us to strive for conditions that promote human and planetary flourishing (12-minutes)

This interview-style book announcement explains some of the key ideas behind the book, Peace by Peace.

In this podcast episode, Silvestri reflects on the deep emotional stakes of political disagreement, describing her post-2024 election disillusionment as a kind of heartbreak rooted in love for her country. (25 minutes)

As part of the public library's "Research Unplugged" Series, Silvestri presents findings from her book to reveal key catalysts and characteristics of changemakers. (60 minutes)