Brené Brown and Adam Grant Want to Repair the Discourse
Brené Brown and Adam Grant Want to Repair the Discourse
With a new video podcast, the influential authors and former nemeses aim to inject a dose of rationality and humility into your algorithm.
Conversations between Brené Brown and Adam Grant have been a staple of the podcasting world for years. The two authors, who have written extensively on topics such as vulnerability, empathy, and human connection, have long been known for their insightful and thought-provoking discussions.
But despite their popularity, their conversations have also been marked by a sense of tension and disagreement. Brown and Grant have often found themselves at odds on various issues, with Brown's more optimistic and empathetic approach sometimes clashing with Grant's more skeptical and critical perspective.
However, in a recent interview with The New York Times, Brown and Grant revealed that they are working on a new video podcast that aims to repair the discourse and promote more rational and humble conversations.
The podcast, which is set to launch later this year, will feature Brown and Grant engaging in in-depth discussions on a range of topics, from politics and social justice to personal growth and relationships.
But this time around, they are approaching their conversations with a newfound sense of humility and a commitment to listening and learning.
"We want to create a space where people can come together and have meaningful conversations, without feeling like they're being judged or attacked," Brown said in the interview.
"We're not trying to convince each other of our points of view, but rather to understand and learn from each other's perspectives," Grant added.
The new podcast is a significant departure from Brown and Grant's previous work, which often focused on promoting their own ideas and perspectives.
But according to Brown and Grant, the goal of the new podcast is not to promote a particular agenda or ideology, but rather to create a space for constructive and respectful dialogue.
"We want to create a culture of empathy and understanding, where people feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or rejection," Brown said.
"We're not trying to change people's minds, but rather to help them see things from a different perspective and to understand the value of listening and learning," Grant added.
The new podcast is set to launch later this year, and will be available on various platforms, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.