In this inspiring episode of Creator Spotlight, host Shira Lazar interviews Molly Burke, the groundbreaking content creator and advocate who became the first blind YouTuber to hit 1 million subscribers. Together, they delve into Molly's incredible journey, her work with major brands, and her mission to amplify the voices of historically underrepresented communities.
Molly shares her personal story of being the ""poster child"" of a charity at a young age, leading her to discover the life-changing Social Model of Disability and redefine her own narrative. She explains why she's dedicated to sharing every aspect of her life—from fashion, food, relationships, and more—while pushing for greater accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in all spaces.
If you're passionate about breaking barriers, inclusivity in the media, or learning how digital creators are changing the world, this episode is a must-watch.
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00:00 - INTRO
01:08 - FIRST BLIND CREATOR WITH 1M FOLLOWERS
03:30 - THE CASEY NEISTAT COLLAB
05:15 - SAMSUNG AND BRAND GOALS
06:20 - BUILDING THE MOLLY BRAND
07:45 - BRAND VALUE IN ADDITION TO AND BEYOND BLINDNESS
09:35 - MODELS OF DISABILITY
11:20 - THE SOCIAL MODEL
12:40 - ONLINE CONFIDENCE
13:45 - CORPORATE/BRAND CONSULTING
15:09 - BRAND PARTNERSHIPS
19:07 - ADVICE FOR BRANDS
19:46 - WHAT AI MEANS TO HER AS A PERSON AND AS A CREATOR
22:35 - THE FUTURE OF MOLLY
23:15 - ADVICE FOR CREATORS
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