AfroTech Conference 2026

Roy Wood Jr.

Comedian, actor and author, Penguin Random House

Track Networking, Creator

Biography

Roy Wood Jr. is a two-time Emmy-nominated writer and producer. The comedian, actor, and podcaster is primarily known for his stand-up comedy and work as a correspondent on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show and hosting CNN's Have I Got News for You. He hosted the 2023 White House Correspondents' dinner and the 85th Peabody Awards. He has created original half-hour scripted projects at FOX, NBC, and Comedy Central. He is the former host of the award-winning Comedy Central podcast The Daily Show: Beyond the Scenes. He remains a regular guest star on various ESPN shows and the MLB Network. Roy lives in New York.

Sessions

  1. The Man of Many Fathers

    Thu, Nov 5, 11:05 AM – 11:30 AM CT

    Track Networking

    Comedian, writer, and television host Roy Wood Jr. on his book and what family and fatherhood teach us about showing up.

  2. The Algorithm Changed Who Gets a Microphone

    Thu, Nov 5, 12:15 PM – 12:50 PM CT

    Track Creator

    Gatekeepers versus direct-to-audience: how creators across books, television, fashion, and social are building audiences and owning them.

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