Blair Imani

Blair Imani is the creator of the viral web series, Smarter In Seconds and LA Times bestselling author of Read This to Get Smarter. The New York Times praises Blair Imani’s unique ability to create “progressive lessons with vibrant visuals and a perky, quirky delivery.” Her scholarship spans intersectionality, gender studies, race and racism, sociology, and United States history. She is also a historian, having written Making Our Way Home (2020) and Modern HERstory (2018).She has had the opportunity to present at renowned universities and companies including Oxford, Harvard, Yale, Meta, Sephora, Adobe, and Gates Ventures. Blair Imani serves on the Board of Directors of the Tegan and Sara Foundation. She has collaborated with and interviewed influential people across a variety of fields including Jane Fonda, Gloria Steinem, and Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw.?Learn more about Blair Imani by visiting blairimani.com and joining her on social media @blairimani.

Creator Track

Black & Viral presented by the NAACP & The Webby Awards

Duration: 45 minutes

Location: Room 207AB

Thursday, June 19

4:00 pm - 4:45 pm

Categories: DE&I

Featuring: Blair Imani, Derrick Downey Jr., Jordana Jarrett and more

Black creators don’t just go viral, they set the tone for the internet. From defining culture to driving conversations, building businesses, and uplifting communities, their impact is both undeniable and essential. Black & Viral is a thought leadership series presented by the NAACP and The Webby Awards that proudly celebrates Black digital excellence, spotlighting the creators, influencers, advocates, and storytellers who are shaping what we see, how we connect, and what the internet can become. This conversation explores how Black creators are using their platforms not only to entertain, but to empower, advocate, and reimagine the future of online influence.

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Community Track

Thoughts About Feelings Podcast

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Room 212 (Podcast Theater presented by Spotify)

Friday, June 20

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Categories: Beauty & Lifestyle

Featuring: Blair Imani, Mychal Threets, Sidney Raskind

Thoughts About Feelings is a heartfelt podcast that reminds you we all have thoughts about feelings, and sharing them helps us get through them. Join Blair Imani and Mychal Threets live as they talk about mental health, personal stories, and more.

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Community Track

VidCon After Dark: Yes and...?!

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Location: Room 213ABC (Impact Stage)

Friday, June 20

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Categories: After Dark, ASL Interpreters Present

Featuring: A.J. & Big Justice, Aaron Parnas, Ana Saia and more

V Spehar hosts this high energy variety show with performances by your favorite creators. But wait — they need YOU. Join us for a chance to share your talent and perform!\n\nThis show is recommended for an 18+ audience.

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