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Akilah HughesHost of “What A Day” podcast; Author of OBVIOUSLY: Stories from my Timeline
Akilah Hughes is a writer, comedian and podcast host, currently residing in Los Angeles, CA.
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Ali StrokerFirst actress who uses a wheelchair to win a Tony award.
Ali Stroker received the 2019 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role as ‘Ado Annie’…
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Amina AlTaiThe author of the forthcoming The Ambition Trap is now coaching purpose driven giants
Amina AITai (pronounced AH-MIN-UH) is a business and career coach, proud immigrant and chronic illness advocate. A leading coach to…
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Angelica RossTransgender Actress from “Pose” and “American Horror Story 1984″
From the board room, to film and TV sets to Capitol Hill to the music studio, Angelica Ross is a…
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Ani DiFrancoFolk/Punk icon and founder of Righteous Babe
Widely considered a feminist icon, Grammy winner Ani DiFranco is the mother of the DIY movement, being one of the…
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Anthony RappBroadway Icon, Actor, Activist
Anthony Rapp started his career at the age of six, and received his first professional job at the age of…
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Blair ImaniCreator of Smarter in Seconds and bestselling author of Read This to Get Smarter
Blair Imani is a critically acclaimed historian, author, educator, and influencer. Her scholarship spans the subjects of intersectionality, gender studies,…
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Brandon Kazen-MaddoxGODA, Nonbinary, Black Indigenous Person of Color who highlights intersectionality through artistic performances
Brandon Kazen-Maddox is a Grandchild of Deaf Adults (GODA) and third-generation native signer of American Sign Language. Brandon is an…
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Brandon WolfPulse Nightclub survivor is advocating from the intersections.
LGBTQ Civil Rights advocate and nationally-recognized gun safety activist Brandon Wolf is a dynamic public speaker with a powerful personal…
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Brea BakerUsing culture to fuel impact and build political power
Brea is a skilled communications strategist, influencer engagement professional, activist/organizer, and social impact advisor. She has contributed to dozens of…
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Brittany Packnett CunninghamHarvard Fellow, MSNBC commentator, and author of forthcoming “We Are Like Those Who Dream: Black Women Speak”
Brittany Packnett Cunningham is a leader at the intersection of culture and justice. She serves as Vice President of Social…
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Chelsea MillerA leading voice in racial justice and co-founder Freedom March NYC
Chelsea Miller is a globally recognized racial justice organizer and media strategist. A Columbia University graduate and Obama White House…
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Chuck DPublic Enemy frontman and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer
Chuck D is the leader and co-founder of the legendary rap group Public Enemy, the author of two critically acclaimed books,…
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CommonGrammy, Oscar and Golden Globe winning musician
Academy Award, Golden Globe, Emmy and Grammy-winning artist, actor and activist, Common continues to break down barriers with a multitude…
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Donna HyltonAuthor, “A Little Piece of Light”
Donna Hylton has been deeply involved in movements for social justice around the country. She draws upon her experience imprisoned in…
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Elizabeth LeibaFounder of Black History & Culture Academy and LinkedIn Top Voice
Elizabeth Leiba is a college professor with more than ten years experience teaching American literature, creative and professional writing, and…
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Eunique Jones GibsonFounder, “Because of Them We Can”
Eunique Jones Gibson is a creative visionary, cultural architect and social activist who develops award winning campaigns & products that…
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Frederick JosephNew York Times Bestselling Author of “The Black Friend”
Frederick is New York Times bestselling author of “The Black Friend”, Forbes Under 30 list-maker for marketing and advertising, an…
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Glory EdimFounder, “Well-Read Black Girl”
Glory Edim is the founder of Well-Read Black Girl, a Brooklyn-based book club and online community that celebrates the uniqueness…
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Imani BarbarinDisability Activist, Founder of CrutchesAndSpice.com
Imani Barbarin is a disability rights and inclusion activist and speaker who uses her voice and social media platforms to…
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Irene Franco RubioLatinx activist, writer, and community organizer
Irene Franco Rubio is an activist, writer, and community organizer born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. A Latina of Guatemalan…
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Jamira BurleyDirector of Social Impact North America for Adidas and founder of IAMHERETO
Jamira is an award-winning activist and international speaker. Currently, she is the lead for worldwide education strategic initiatives for a…
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Jeffrey MarshNonbinary, genderfluid author of “How To Be You”.
Jeffrey Marsh’s TikToks and compassionate short-form videos have over one billion views. Jeffrey is a bestselling author, viral TikTok and…
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Kristina WongComedian and Political Performance Artist
Kristina Wong was featured in The New York Times’ Off Color series “highlighting artists of color who use humor to make smart…
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Kyla Jenee LaceyThe writer, poet, performer, spoken word, and visual artist behind “White Privilege"
Kyla Jenee Lacey is an artist most known for her poetry and her quippy online personality. Initially, making her way…
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Lia ThomasFirst trans athlete to win an NCAA D1 Championship
Lia Thomas is a transgender woman and an athlete and the first trans athlete to win an NCAA D1 Championship.…
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Madame GandhiMusician/Activist using her art to inspire positivity, personal expression, and human thriving
Madame Gandhi is an award-winning artist and activist known for her uplifting, percussive electronic music and positive message about gender…
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Marika ShawArcade Fire instrumentalist and Founder of social entrepreneur platform Plus1
Marika Anthony-Shaw played the viola as a touring member of Grammy award winning band Arcade Fire for 9 years. She…
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Maz JobraniComedian, Actor, Activist, Author and Founder of “The Axis of Evil” comedy tour
Maz Jobrani is a comedian, actor and host of his own podcast, BACK TO SCHOOL WITH MAZ JOBRANI on the…
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Mia Ives-RubleeMia Ives-Rublee is a disabled transracial adoptee who has dedicated her life’s work to civil rights activism.
Mia Ives-Rublee is a disabled transracial adoptee who has dedicated her life’s work to civil rights activism. She began her…
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Michael Ian BlackAuthor of “A Better Man”
Michael Ian Black is an actor, comedian, screenwriter and author who co-founded the legendary sketch comedy group, The State. He…
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Mikel JollettFrontman for The Airborne Toxic Event and Author
In his New York Times bestselling memoir, Hollywood Park, Mikel Jollett details his childhood born in an infamous cult, then…
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Milana VayntrubActress and Refugee Advocate
Milana Vayntrub, Adweek Creative 100 and #Can’tDoNothing co-founder, shares her message of hope, opportunity, and global responsibility, challenging others to…
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Miracle OlatunjiAuthor of Purpose: How To Live and Lead With Impact
Miracle Olatunji is an entrepreneur, activist, and author of Purpose: How To Live and Lead With Impact.
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Muniba MazariThe Iron Lady of Pakistan
Muniba Mazari also known as the “Iron Lady of Pakistan,” is a prominent artist, a global motivational speaker, humanitarian, disability…
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Parker McMullen BushmanBlack Environmentalist, Social Justice Activist, Outdoor Enthusiast, and Social Media Diva KWEEN WERK
Meet Parker McMullen Bushman, CEO and Founder of Ecoinclusive Strategies, Co-founder of Inclusive Guide, and Social Media Diva KWEEN WERK.…
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Rev SekouSocial Justice Activist and Musician
Noted activist, theologian, author, documentary filmmaker, and musician, Reverend Osagyefo Sekou was born in St. Louis, Missouri and raised in…
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Sally KohnAuthor, “The Opposite of Hate”
Sally Kohn is one of the leading progressive voices in America today. A frequent guest on CNN, MSNBC and Fox…
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Sara MoraImmigration Rights Activist
In 2017, Sara Mora publicly came out as undocumented while at a press conference with the governor of her home…
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Schuyler BailarFirst openly transgender Division I Swimmer
Schuyler is the first trans athlete to compete in any sport on an NCAA D1 men’s team, and the only…
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SHAVONE.Musician and Model
SHAVONE. is a multi-hyphenate creative and force in music, fashion and tech. On the heels of being named on Forbes’ 30…
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Solonje BurnettCannabis Educator, Wellness Facilitator, Co-Founder of erven.ai
Solonje Burnett is the weed auntie, co-founder and Chief Culture & Community Officer of erven.ai. A Caribbean-American multihyphenate, culture curator,…
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Sophia KianniSophia Kianni is making climate crisis resources accessible for everyone
Sophia Kianni is a 19 year old Iranian-American climate activist. She is the founder and executive director of Climate Cardinals,…
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SpeechMusician and Mass Incarceration Activist featured in documentary “16 Bars”
Speech is a multiple Grammy award recipient and founder of the legendary hip hop group Arrested Development. Known for songs…
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Susanna BarkatakiInclusivity Promoter and Yoga Culture Advocate
Susanna Barkataki, (she/her) is an Indian yoga practitioner known for her work in decolonizing, addressing cultural appropriation and embracing the…
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Tegan and SaraIconic pop/folk duo and LGBTQIA+ trailblazers
In 1995, at the height of grunge music, 15-year-old twin sisters Tegan and Sara Quin started their first band in…
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Tiffany YuSocial impact entrepreneur, podcaster, disability advocate, and 3x TEDx speaker.
Tiffany Yu is a social impact entrepreneur, podcaster, disability advocate, and 3x TEDx speaker. She also serves on the San…
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Tiq MilanTransgender Activist
Tiq speaks and writes about intersectional leadership, transgender rights, and racial justice. He shares stories of his life and how…
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Zahra NoorbakhshIranian-American comedian and host of #GoodMuslimBadMuslim podcast
ZAHRA NOORBAKHSH is a Feminist Muslim, Iranian-American comedian and cohost of the award-winning podcast, #GoodMuslimBadMuslim. The podcast was listed as…
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Ziad AhmedZiad Ahmed is an 22-year-old who just graduated from Yale University. He is an American-Muslim-Bangladeshi speaker.
Ziad Ahmed is an 22-year-old who just graduated from Yale University. He is an American-Muslim-Bangladeshi speaker.
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Zoey LunaTrans Latinx Actress seen in recent remake of “The Craft”
Zoey Luna is a pioneering transgender youth activist turned actress from Los Angeles.
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Zyahna BryantZyahna Bryant is a student activist and community organizer
Zyahna Bryant is a student activist and community organizer studying at the University of Virginia, and creating strategies to mobilize…
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Will Packer Mints Money With Black Movies, Will “Never in Million Years” Produce Another Oscars Post-SlapCelebrating 10 years of Will Packer Productions, the superproducer discusses a 'Girls Trip' sequel and says he’s in touch with both Chris Rock and Will Smith: “I’m good with both…
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Taraji P. Henson Is Tired of FightingThe “Color Purple” star talks candidly about her battles to get cast and paid her worth. Even as an Oscar-nominated veteran, she had to audition for her new film.
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Interrogating the Criminal Justice System Through ArtArtists Russell Craig and Hank Willis Thomas and writer Brea Baker on using their creative practices to indict and reform the prison-industrial complex.
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Sophia Kianni Is Spreading the Word on Climate Change, 100 WaysAt 21, Sophia Kianni has already packed in more experiences than many people have in a lifetime, all with a singular goal: to help educate people around the world about…
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“The Good, The Bad, The Fabulosity, The Ugliness, The Absurdity”: Geena Rocero on Her New Memoir, Horse BarbieThe model, filmmaker, and trans activist talks Catholic pageantry, chosen family, and the lure of Hollywood.
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The Jeffrey Marsh Rolling Stone InterviewWith the release of their new book ‘Take Your Own Advice,’ viral TikTok star Jeffrey Marsh tells Rolling Stone that right-wing backlash won’t stand in the way of their mission