Vernā Myers

In a riveting discussion, Vernā Myers, Netflix’s former vice president for inclusion strategy, shares her experiences navigating tough conversations at the company, particularly following a racially charged incident. She highlights the vital role of establishing ground rules and emotional connections to foster safer dialogues. Joined by psychologist Jay Van Bavel, they delve into strategies for tackling the hardest chats, encouraging listeners to confront their anxieties and transform personal narratives into bridges for understanding.

In a live conversation, Brené Brown and Vernā Myers discuss the difference between perfectionism and striving for excellence, the relationship between vulnerability and courage, performative allyship, and the importance of embracing diversity to create inclusive environments.

Vernā Myers shares her journey promoting diversity and inclusion, discussing overcoming biases and systemic barriers. She defines equity, explains unconscious bias, and emphasizes empathy. The episode explores raising empathetic children and the importance of diversity in the workplace and society.