Pushing Boundaries and Sparking Change with Blair Imani

In this episode of the She Geeks Out podcast, Felicia and Rachel talk to author, historian, and educator Blair Imani. Blair discusses her origin story and how her experiences shaped her career in activism and education. She shares her perspectives on current social and political challenges, including the backlash against DEI initiatives and knowing when and how to speak out. We discuss Blair's incredibly powerful social media series, 'Smarter in Seconds,' and her decision-making process for creating content. Blair also recounts her experience attending the DNC, where she interacted with influential politicians like Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Senator Cory Booker, highlighting the importance of participating in political processes.Links:Bridging Generational Gaps to Build Stronger Teams ResourceBlair ImaniSmarter in SecondsChapters: (00:08) - Bridging Generational Gaps in Workplace (09:32) - Blair Imani (13:05) - Navigating Activism and Well-Being (19:55) - Revolution and Systemic Change Perspectives (26:39) - Navigating DEI Backlash and Activism (38:22) - DNC Reflections and Future Priorities (45:19) - Political Engagement and Civic Responsibility (51:51) - Community Accountability and Personal Growth (55:59) - Saying Goodbye to Blair Imani Visit us at InclusionGeeks.com to stay up to date on all the ways you can make the workplace work for everyone! Check out Inclusion Geeks Academy and InclusionGeeks.com/podcast for the code to get a free mini course.