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Dana Amihere
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Founder and Executive Director, AfroLA
Founder/Exec Dir @afrolanews Owner, @codeblackmedia_ Previously @LAist, @dallasnews, @pewresearch, @baltimoresun. Proud @merrillcollege alum. I dig data viz.
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Demetria Irwin
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Freelance Writer and Editor, Freelance
Freelance Writer/Editor | #Genealogy Geek | #Detroit Native | #UrbanPlanning Enthusiast |#UniversityofMichigan Grad | tionalWritersUnion Recording Secretary
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Kevin Shird
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Writer and Author, Freelance
Producer | Writer | Author | Speaker | National Youth Advocate | Social Entrepreneur | Associate at Johns Hopkins University
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Genetta Adams
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Editor-in-chief, ContrabandCamp
Ride or Die @SFGiants⚾️ stan,🌲lover, ♎️. Formerly: @newsday @ap, @theroot @theGrio. currently: editor-in-chief ContrabandCamp Substack. She/her/💯% that bitch.
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Cameron Blackwell
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Audio and Video Editor, Smashbox Cosmetics
A young IBMer looking to turn insights into action!
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Letisha Bereola
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Host, Audacity With Letisha Bereola
CEO, Paradigm Media Group. Podcast Production + Management. Former TV News Anchor, Podcast: AUDACITY With Letisha Bereola.
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How do I find journalists featured in The Grio?
Use filters like beat, industry, location, or journalist type to narrow your search to people who have contributed to The Grio. You’ll see profiles that match those criteria.
Do you offer contact emails for journalists at The Grio?
Yes. Verified contact details (such as emails, LinkedIn, and X) are unlocked with a premium subscription. Free users can view profiles, but contact fields are redacted.
Can I filter The Grio journalists by location or beat?
Absolutely. You can focus your search by country, city/state, or specific beats to target journalists from The Grio working in those areas.
What information is included in a journalist profile from The Grio?
Each profile includes journalist type, role, beat(s), industry, outlet(s), location, and recent articles — so you can see what they cover and where.
Can I export a list of The Grio journalists for outreach campaigns?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of journalists affiliated with The Grio into CSV or XLSX files for your campaigns.
How often are profiles for journalists from The Grio updated?
We refresh profiles regularly to ensure the outlet affiliations, roles, beats, and contact details remain accurate.
Why filter by outlet instead of only by beat or industry?
Outlets often signal audience, editorial style, and trust. Targeting The Grio journalists ensures your pitch reaches people who already publish where your ideal readers go.
Can I subscribe just to get a list of The Grio journalists for one project?
Yes. You can subscribe for a short term, export your The Grio-specific media list, and cancel anytime afterward.
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