Michael Harriot is a multifaceted and influential figure in the realm of digital content creation, particularly notable for his insightful contributions on race, politics, and culture. His career encompasses roles as an economist, writer, cultural critic, journalist, poet, novelist, and broadcaster. Harriot is renowned for his work at The Root, an African American news and culture publication, where he has been a senior staff writer since 2017​​​​.
Harriot’s writings have graced various prestigious platforms including The Washington Post, The Atlantic, NBC, and BET. He is also acknowledged for his humorous and pointed social commentary, earning him the title ‘the King of Black Twitter.’ Additionally, Harriot contributes as a writer for the Amber Ruffin Show​​.
His educational background includes a degree in mass communications and history from Auburn University and a Master’s degree in macroeconomics​​. Harriot is also an author, with his notable work being ‘Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America,’ a book that presents a critical and unfiltered perspective on American history​​. His achievements in the field of digital commentary were recognized in 2019 when he won the National Association of Black Journalists award for digital commentary​​.
Beyond his writing and broadcasting endeavors, Harriot has also ventured into the world of podcasts, creating and contributing to ‘The Black One’ podcast since 2013​​. His current role includes serving as a columnist for The Guardian and theGrio.com​​. Harriot’s diverse talents and critical insights make him a significant voice in Pan-African digital content creation, effectively addressing and analyzing key social issues.
