Fireside Creator Economy

When the Messenger Becomes the Movement

Impact Stage
December 8, 2025 1:15 - 1:35PM

Creators are no longer just entertainers, they’re powerful drivers of public opinion and social change. UNESCO notes their growing role in shaping global information flows, while Pew reports that one in five Americans, and over a third of young adults, regularly turn to creators for news. As their reach expands, what are pathways to ensuring such influence remains ethical, accurate, and inclusive?

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