About Natasha S. Alford

Natasha S. Alford is an award-winning journalist, filmmaker, and media executive driven by the power of storytelling. As the VP of Digital Content and a Sr. Correspondent, Natasha tells stories that inspire and inform. She is also host of "TheGrio Weekly," airing Fridays at 6am, 2pm and 10pm ET on theGrio's mobile streaming channel.

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November 30, 2017
[griojw id=”wztRDvum” playerid=”GqX43ZoG”] On this episode of “True Story,” theGrio’s Natasha Alford profiles Tamika Mallory, longtime activist and co-chair of…
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November 23, 2017
The former Hollywood agent, whose clientele has included every from Oprah Winfrey to Missy Elliott, is building his own empire…
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November 21, 2017
Actress Carmen Ejogo says when it comes to happiness, money isn't everything...
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November 21, 2017
Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington says making positive change in black communities starts at home...
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November 15, 2017
Tonight is the moment we’ve all been waiting for: The Season finale of Queen Sugar. Throughout Season 2, we’ve watched…
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November 9, 2017
When I was a middle school teacher, I found myself praying for the protection and wellness of my students on…
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November 2, 2017
[griojw id=”WQLtuDYg” playerid=”BqxyiSkR”] When Congresswoman Maxine Waters went viral for “reclaiming” her time during a committee meeting this summer, black women…
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October 30, 2017
Black athletes have been getting a lot of attention since Colin Kaepernick took a knee.  Whether they speak out or…
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October 27, 2017
White House correspondent April Ryan won’t be stopped by critics or detractors. On Thursday night, the veteran journalist and best-selling…
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October 22, 2017
Poet Nikki Giovanni has been telling it like it is for over three decades.  The award-winning writer, activist and educator…
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October 19, 2017
When Alejandra Castillo stepped into the role of CEO for the YWCA last month, she made it her mission to…
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October 16, 2017
The night Randall Woodfin won the hotly contested race for mayor of Birmingham, he stood shoulder-to-shoulder with dozens of his…
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October 7, 2017
Editor’s note: Our previous reporting on “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” its lyrics and how it became the Black national…
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October 2, 2017
When it comes to haircare, finding the right stylist can change your life. With so many beautiful hairstyles to try,…
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September 27, 2017
Shaka Senghor knows the power of redemption. The New York Times bestselling author, educator and activist has dedicated his life…
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September 15, 2017
In an era of Instagram-perfect weddings and engagement photos, sometimes the hardest parts of love and marriage don’t get enough…
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September 5, 2017
Teff Hinkson doesn’t sound like your average rapper.  The Barbados-born artist is bringing a fresh sound to music that captures the…
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September 1, 2017
How Rorrey Fenty Built Crop Over’s Hottest Band (and Keeps Sis Rihanna Coming Back) This summer, theGrio went #travelnoire when…
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August 25, 2017
Antoinette Warner understands the definition of love standing the test of time. Her husband Colin Warner spent 21 years behind…
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August 16, 2017
Fans of Queen Sugar know that when it comes to the Bordelon siblings, the drama is real but so is…