Ruth Etiesit Samuel
@ruthesamuel.bsky.social
🇳🇬 • columbia law • past: @HuffPost, @latimes, @todayshow, @radiolab • bylines everywhere • views are mine, all mine
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thank you for all the support; the statement from our union is now live here with some more reporting.
now that this is public I can confirm that the majority of today’s layoffs were women of color. there are no longer any Black women working at Teen Vogue.
now that this is public I can confirm that the majority of today’s layoffs were women of color. there are no longer any Black women working at Teen Vogue.
November 3, 2025 at 11:25 PM
thank you for all the support; the statement from our union is now live here with some more reporting.
now that this is public I can confirm that the majority of today’s layoffs were women of color. there are no longer any Black women working at Teen Vogue.
now that this is public I can confirm that the majority of today’s layoffs were women of color. there are no longer any Black women working at Teen Vogue.
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I'm becoming increasingly aware that #TheDoubleTax is going to age like fine wine considering *points at everything*.
November 4, 2025 at 1:33 AM
I'm becoming increasingly aware that #TheDoubleTax is going to age like fine wine considering *points at everything*.
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Condé Nast finally achieved its dream of wrecking Teen Vogue and killing its politics section.
www.thecut.com/article/teen...
www.thecut.com/article/teen...
Teen Vogue Is Folding Into Vogue.com
According to Condé Nast’s announcement, the outlet will keep its “unique editorial identity and mission.”
www.thecut.com
November 3, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Condé Nast finally achieved its dream of wrecking Teen Vogue and killing its politics section.
www.thecut.com/article/teen...
www.thecut.com/article/teen...
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I was laid off from Teen Vogue this week, alongside multiple other phenomenal team members.
At our Summit, I was asked how it felt to be 1 of 2 Black women left and what that meant for representation. Now, there are no Black women at Teen Vogue and that is incredibly painful to think about.
At our Summit, I was asked how it felt to be 1 of 2 Black women left and what that meant for representation. Now, there are no Black women at Teen Vogue and that is incredibly painful to think about.
November 3, 2025 at 11:57 PM
I was laid off from Teen Vogue this week, alongside multiple other phenomenal team members.
At our Summit, I was asked how it felt to be 1 of 2 Black women left and what that meant for representation. Now, there are no Black women at Teen Vogue and that is incredibly painful to think about.
At our Summit, I was asked how it felt to be 1 of 2 Black women left and what that meant for representation. Now, there are no Black women at Teen Vogue and that is incredibly painful to think about.
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Noah Wyle, 'The Pitt' team champion filming in L.A. at Emmys: 'I hope other producers take note'
Noah Wyle, 'The Pitt' team champion filming in L.A. at Emmys: 'I hope other producers take note'
Noah Wyle and R. Scott Gemmill of "The Pitt" spoke about the value of filming in Los Angeles after their Emmy wins. "The Studio," which won the top comedy prize, is also shot in L.A.
www.latimes.com
September 16, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Noah Wyle, 'The Pitt' team champion filming in L.A. at Emmys: 'I hope other producers take note'
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Some personal news:
I've been fired from the Washington Post in the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk shooting.
Thread incoming.
substack.com/@karenattiah...
I've been fired from the Washington Post in the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk shooting.
Thread incoming.
substack.com/@karenattiah...
The Washington Post Fired Me — But My Voice Will Not Be Silenced.
I spoke out against hatred and violence in America — and it cost me my job.
substack.com
September 15, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Some personal news:
I've been fired from the Washington Post in the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk shooting.
Thread incoming.
substack.com/@karenattiah...
I've been fired from the Washington Post in the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk shooting.
Thread incoming.
substack.com/@karenattiah...
Before Frances Tiafoe graces the courts at #ArthurAshe, throwback to my interview w/ his multi-talented girlfriend Ayan Broomfield. We talked WAG culture, the intersection of sport & style, plus her campaign with Veronica Beard — happy #USOpen to all who celebrate! www.essence.com/fashion/excl...
Ayan Broomfield Opens Up About Her Personal Style Off The Court | Essence
Broomfield is the face of the new Veronica Beard and HEAD Sportswear campaign.
www.essence.com
August 25, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Before Frances Tiafoe graces the courts at #ArthurAshe, throwback to my interview w/ his multi-talented girlfriend Ayan Broomfield. We talked WAG culture, the intersection of sport & style, plus her campaign with Veronica Beard — happy #USOpen to all who celebrate! www.essence.com/fashion/excl...
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Thank you Essence and @ruthesamuel.bsky.social for giving me space to talk about the economics of Beyoncé, the power of the Black dollar, and why Black culture drives everything. #CowboyCarter #TheDoubleTax
For #Essence, I talked to Black female entrepreneurs about how they've profited from the #CowboyCarter “Beyonce Bump,” selling everything from sashes to press-on nails, themed fans & more. Grateful to @itsafronomics.bsky.social for lending her insights to this piece! www.essence.com/fashion/beyo...
The "Beyoncé Bump" And How Cowboy Carter's Influence Is Benefiting Black Entrepreneurs | Essence
The economic impact of the global artist's latest tour was immediately felt by Black women business owners who seized the moment.
www.essence.com
June 4, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Thank you Essence and @ruthesamuel.bsky.social for giving me space to talk about the economics of Beyoncé, the power of the Black dollar, and why Black culture drives everything. #CowboyCarter #TheDoubleTax
For #Essence, I talked to Black female entrepreneurs about how they've profited from the #CowboyCarter “Beyonce Bump,” selling everything from sashes to press-on nails, themed fans & more. Grateful to @itsafronomics.bsky.social for lending her insights to this piece! www.essence.com/fashion/beyo...
The "Beyoncé Bump" And How Cowboy Carter's Influence Is Benefiting Black Entrepreneurs | Essence
The economic impact of the global artist's latest tour was immediately felt by Black women business owners who seized the moment.
www.essence.com
June 4, 2025 at 3:53 PM
For #Essence, I talked to Black female entrepreneurs about how they've profited from the #CowboyCarter “Beyonce Bump,” selling everything from sashes to press-on nails, themed fans & more. Grateful to @itsafronomics.bsky.social for lending her insights to this piece! www.essence.com/fashion/beyo...
grateful for the opportunity to cover the biggest night in fashion for ESSENCE ✨ was certainly a #MetGala2025 to remember — read up here: www.essence.com/authors/ruth...
May 7, 2025 at 5:57 PM
grateful for the opportunity to cover the biggest night in fashion for ESSENCE ✨ was certainly a #MetGala2025 to remember — read up here: www.essence.com/authors/ruth...
So thoroughly impressed (and obsessed) with Seth Rogen’s #TheStudio. Like, wow.
April 4, 2025 at 5:55 PM
So thoroughly impressed (and obsessed) with Seth Rogen’s #TheStudio. Like, wow.
#journorequest A dear 3L friend of mine is writing an academic article on the ways AI impacts how authors share their work. She's looking to hold *confidential* 1-2 hour interviews w/ freelance journos to discuss the topic. If you’re interested, like this post — and contact janeitullis@gmail.com
February 15, 2025 at 8:02 PM
#journorequest A dear 3L friend of mine is writing an academic article on the ways AI impacts how authors share their work. She's looking to hold *confidential* 1-2 hour interviews w/ freelance journos to discuss the topic. If you’re interested, like this post — and contact janeitullis@gmail.com
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I wrote about the brilliant Black ass southernness of Doechii
2024 showed us that 2025 belongs to Doechii
The TDE rapper is the breakout star of 2024
andscape.com
December 19, 2024 at 7:22 PM
I wrote about the brilliant Black ass southernness of Doechii
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North Carolina’s Atrium Health says it will forgive the debts of 11,500 people — less than a week after NBC News reported that the company has aggressively pursued former patients’ medical debts, placing liens on their homes to collect on bills.
'Like a miracle': N.C. couple free of nearly $100,000 medical debt after 15 years
The lien on Donna and Gary Lindabury's home for a 2009 heart surgery debt was among 11,500 wiped away by Atrium Health after an NBC News report.
www.nbcnews.com
December 13, 2024 at 12:27 AM
North Carolina’s Atrium Health says it will forgive the debts of 11,500 people — less than a week after NBC News reported that the company has aggressively pursued former patients’ medical debts, placing liens on their homes to collect on bills.
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Rest in Peace Ms. Giovanni ❤️❤️
December 10, 2024 at 3:01 AM
Rest in Peace Ms. Giovanni ❤️❤️
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Quinn Emanuel, which represents Jay Z in various things, issued this after suing Buzbee for extortion on behalf of anonymous celebrity who is now obviously Jay Z.
“His tactics are unethical and extortionate, and today they seek to hold him accountable for his illegal behavior.”
“His tactics are unethical and extortionate, and today they seek to hold him accountable for his illegal behavior.”
December 9, 2024 at 12:59 AM
Quinn Emanuel, which represents Jay Z in various things, issued this after suing Buzbee for extortion on behalf of anonymous celebrity who is now obviously Jay Z.
“His tactics are unethical and extortionate, and today they seek to hold him accountable for his illegal behavior.”
“His tactics are unethical and extortionate, and today they seek to hold him accountable for his illegal behavior.”
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There goes the other shoe
December 9, 2024 at 12:03 AM
There goes the other shoe
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Jay-Z has been accused in a civil lawsuit of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000 allegedly along with Sean Combs
Jay-Z accused in a civil lawsuit of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000 along with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
The music mogul was named in a re-filed October rape complaint against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. The accuser is anonymous.
www.nbcnews.com
December 8, 2024 at 11:43 PM
Jay-Z has been accused in a civil lawsuit of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000 allegedly along with Sean Combs
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i'm looking to speak to independent journalists for a story about how the rapid growth of the field means an increased number of journalists without institutional legal protection—and how to insulate ourselves from a trump admin that says it will prosecute journalists.
DM me if interested!
DM me if interested!
December 2, 2024 at 10:06 PM
i'm looking to speak to independent journalists for a story about how the rapid growth of the field means an increased number of journalists without institutional legal protection—and how to insulate ourselves from a trump admin that says it will prosecute journalists.
DM me if interested!
DM me if interested!
The “Women in Male Fields” trend just might be my favorite thing on TikTok.
November 17, 2024 at 1:48 PM
The “Women in Male Fields” trend just might be my favorite thing on TikTok.
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SKEET stands for Spreading Kindness Everywhere Except Twitter
November 15, 2024 at 9:02 PM
SKEET stands for Spreading Kindness Everywhere Except Twitter
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“There are days, and this is one of them, when you wonder what your role is in this country, and what your future is in it. How precisely are you going to reconcile yourself to your situation here? …
November 6, 2024 at 10:53 PM
“There are days, and this is one of them, when you wonder what your role is in this country, and what your future is in it. How precisely are you going to reconcile yourself to your situation here? …