Women’s Month | Podcast Episode 111 Nekesa Mumbi Moody’s Advice For Navigating The World Of Journalism

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Her life is a reminder of the importance of passion, experience, and ethics in journalism, and her story encourages aspiring journalists to embrace their unique paths while remaining committed to their values..

Nekesa is a prominent figure in journalism. With a degree in political science, she embarked on her journey in journalism through internships that provided her with hands-on experience. She is known for her extensive work covering music and entertainment for over twenty years for The Associated Press, where she became the Global Entertainment and Lifestyles Editor, breaking the news of the deaths of Whitney Houston, Prince, and Aretha Franklin. Nekessa later became the first Black female editorial director of The Hollywood Reporter, then Co-Editor In Chief.

In this conversation Nekessa stresses the importance of:

-Following Your Passion: Pursuing what you love can lead to unexpected and fulfilling career paths.

-Embracing Diversity: Gaining experience in various fields can enhance your skills and help you discover your niche.

-Upholding Ethics: Maintaining ethical standards is crucial, regardless of the platform you are using.

 

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Ally Portee

Starting out in the world of politics, Ally interned and worked in Washington, DC, in Congress, at The White House, and on political campaigns. Today she’s in a totally different arena: fashion. Developing an eye for sartorial craftsmanship, Ally has learned how to put intricate and detailed collections into words, while developing relationships with some of the world's most leading brands and covering Paris, Milan, and Riyadh Fashion Week shows. Ally started SEELE in 2012. Seele [ze-le] is the German word for Soul and its aim is to encourage people with faith-inspired and lifestyle content that stir the soul. Ally has written for Forbes, Harper’s Bazaar, The Hollywood Reporter, GQ Middle East, Vogue Arabia, Refinery29, NPR, Arabian Business, and Euronews.

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