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Ore Abiona
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Freelance Journalist, Freelance
28 | look at my header | enquiries.oreviews@gmail.com | credits: @TheRoot @MTVUK @thefloormag @nationbillions @9bills | #oreviews
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Akeya Dickson
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Associate Editorial Director, Manifest
Akeya Dickson powers The Washington Post's accountability tool that encourages you to vent + complain about community issues.
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Connie Fossi
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Investigative Producer, WTVJ-TV (Miami, FL)
Emmy-nominated & award winning investigative journo @NBC6 | #TheNakedTruth Netflix | Venezuelan doing Miami |Tweets my own| Tips: Connie.Fossi@nbcuni.com
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Jacques Slade
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Freelance Media Producer and Host, Freelance
A storyteller for footwear, golf, tech, and basketball. Host for Hard Pass and PGA Tour's The CUT. business@fellowsavenue.com
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Justin Michael
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Freelance Journalist, Freelance
Sports Writer | Podcast Host | CSU Alum | @DNVR_Sports | @DNVR_Rams | @DNVR_Avalanche
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Aliya King
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Executive Editor, The Walt Disney Company
My first children's book, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP is out now! From Denene Millner Books | Simon & Schuster
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Quintessa Williams
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Reporter, Word In Black
EIC: 13th & South | Reporter @WordInBlack | Contributor @TravelNoire & @21Ninety | Past @hbcubuzz @theroot @medium @madamenoire | #WEOC | ✊🏾 My latest👇🏾:
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T. A. Walker
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Reporter, WPTV-TV (West Palm Beach, FL)
I feature things we are most proud of in South Florida every weekday morning on WPTV and WFLX FOX 29.
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GET STARTED FOR FREEFrequently Asked Questions
How do I find journalists featured in The Root?
Use filters like beat, industry, location, or journalist type to narrow your search to people who have contributed to The Root. You’ll see profiles that match those criteria.
Do you offer contact emails for journalists at The Root?
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 Root journalists by location or beat?
Absolutely. You can focus your search by country, city/state, or specific beats to target journalists from The Root working in those areas.
What information is included in a journalist profile from The Root?
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 Root journalists for outreach campaigns?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of journalists affiliated with The Root into CSV or XLSX files for your campaigns.
How often are profiles for journalists from The Root 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 Root journalists ensures your pitch reaches people who already publish where your ideal readers go.
Can I subscribe just to get a list of The Root journalists for one project?
Yes. You can subscribe for a short term, export your The Root-specific media list, and cancel anytime afterward.
Can I cancel my subscription at any time?
Yes. You can change or cancel your plan at any time. You’ll keep access until the end of your current billing period.