My 2021 Top 10 List

A simple note to thank you for the equity, diversity, and inclusion conversations I've been able to have since I launched Erin Davis Co. a few short months ago. While it has honestly felt like a wild ride, I wouldn’t change a thing. I have found a space where I can be my authentic self -- creating a more inclusive world, one conversation at a time. I sincerely thank you for joining me on this wild ride.

I’m sharing my Top 10 diversity and inclusion inspired shows, in case you are looking for something new to watch over the holidays (and if you have a favourite that I didn’t list, please share!).

TOP 10 DIVERSITY AND

INCLUSION INSPIRED SHOWS

13th

In this thought-provoking documentary, scholars, activists, and politicians analyze the criminalization of African Americans and the U.S. prison boom.

A Secret Love

Amid shifting times, two women kept their decades-long love a secret. But coming out late in life comes with its own set of challenges.

Disclosure

In this documentary, leading trans creative and thinkers share heartfelt perspectives and analysis about Hollywood’s impact on the trans community.

Insecure

This comedy series looks at the friendship of two modern-day black women, as well as all of their uncomfortable experiences and racy tribulations. As they navigate the tricky professional and personal terrain of Los Angeles, best friends face the challenges of being black women who defy all stereotypes.

Nanette

Australian comic Hannah Gadsby reshapes standard stand-up by pairing punchlines with personal revelations on gender, sexuality, and childhood turmoil. And her follow-up, Douglas, is great too!

RBG

By turns heartfelt and playful, this documentary details Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's life and landmark work on women's rights.

Special

A young gay man with cerebral palsy branches out from his insular existence in hopes of finally going after the life he wants.

The Queen’s Gambit

In a 1950s orphanage, a young girl reveals an astonishing talent for chess and begins an unlikely journey to stardom while grappling with addiction.

This Changes Everything

This documentary takes a deep look at gender disparity in Hollywood through the eyes of well-known actresses and female filmmakers.

Unorthodox

A Hasidic Jewish woman in Brooklyn flees to Berlin from an arranged marriage and is taken in by a group of musicians — until her past comes calling.

And obviously will be binging the new season of Queer Eye when it goes live on December 31.

WHAT I’ll BE WATCHING

Hating Peter Tatchell

This documentary follows gay rights activist Peter Tatchell from his early life to his fight for justice amid controversy and political turmoil.

Indian Horse

Stripped of his heritage at a residential school, an indigenous student finds refuge on the rink when he discovers a passion for hockey.

When They See Us

Five teens from Harlem become trapped in a nightmare when they're falsely accused of a brutal attack in Central Park. Based on the true story.

TOP 5

PODCAST EPISODES

Change Conversations

Co-hosts Jimmy Etheredge, CEO – North America, Accenture; and Emmanuel Acho, FS1 Sports Analyst, former NFL Linebacker, and The New York Times Bestselling Author & Host, Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, tackle tough topics with purpose-driven leaders who are shaping a more equitable future. Hear from these change makers and leaders who are making a difference.

Dare to Lead with Brené Brown

Conversations with change-catalysts, culture-shifters, and more than a few troublemakers who are innovating, creating, and daring to lead.

The Laverne Cox Show

Years ago, a therapist said in our very first session that there are only two things that we can truly control in our lives - our own perception and our own behavior. That's it. Nothing more than that. Each week, The Laverne Cox Show will feature intimate conversations with folks who help me to see and think differently so that maybe I can act differently. It is my hope that this becomes a place that fosters perspectives that might inspire new behavior in each of us, which in turn gets us closer to becoming the very best versions of ourselves. Let's have a spiritual makeover together.

The Man Enough Podcast

What does it mean to be a man in the world today? More importantly, what does it mean to be human? Actor, director and author, Justin Baldoni, along with his co-hosts — long-time friend Jamey Heath and prominent masculinity expert Liz Plank — engage in honest and at times uncomfortable conversations with high profile guests.

Unlocking Us with Brené Brown

Conversations that unlock the deeply human part of who we are, so that we can live, love, parent, and lead with more courage and heart.

As we all look to the year ahead, I will once again share my favourite quote as my guiding light – may we always be in search of solutions that fit all of humanity.

We will not go back to normal. Normal never was. Our pre-corona existence was not normal other than we normalized greed, inequity, exhaustion, depletion, extraction, disconnection, confusion, rage, hoarding, hate and lack. We should not long to return, my friends. We are being given the opportunity to stitch a new garment. One that fits all of humanity and nature.

- Sonya Renee Taylor, Author, Poet, Spoken Word Artist, Speaker, Humanitarian and Social Justice Activist

Have the most wonderful time with those that you love. I can’t wait for more conversations in 2022.

Sources: Laverne Cox