That Part with Naa Yirenkyi and Verta Maloney: Relearning Connection at Work

Pick Up the Phone: Relearning Connection at Work (and Beyond) This one’s for anyone tired of being left on read—in the group chat, in the meeting, or in real life. In Episode 5, Verta and Naa explore how “not my problem” energy became the norm and what it’s costing us. From unread emails to sitting next to someone who won’t name the issue they have with you, they unpack how burnout, fear, and digital convenience have quietly made us worse teammates—and sometimes worse humans. They also ask: What would it look like to bring care back to work, not as a performance, but as a practice? Their answer lives in third spaces, intergenerational grace, and the ten seconds of courage it takes to simply check in. Because liberation isn’t about doing everything alone. It’s about building systems that remind us we never had to. Learn more about Naa & Verta here: Email: [email protected]  Website: www.45lemons.com/thatpart Instagram: @fortyfivelemons