Brené Brown is a leading voice for our time on teaching people how to have courageous conversations on difficult topics. Dr. Brown has spent the past two decades studying courage, vulnerability, shame and empathy. Her 2010 presentation “The Power of Vulnerability” is one of the most viewed TED talks, and she hosts the Unlocking Us podcast. Although not politically-oriented, this book, or any others by Dr. Brown, are highly recommended to help people build meaningful relationships and conversations.