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Gene Demby
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| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Hofstra University |
| Occupation | Journalist, Podcast Host |
| Employer | NPR |
| Known for | Code Switch PostBourgie |
Gene Demby is an American journalist and podcast host. He is well-known for co-hosting the podcast Code Switch. This popular podcast was created by National Public Radio (NPR). Gene also writes for the Code Switch blog, where he covers topics like race and culture. Before joining NPR, he started his own blog and podcast called PostBourgie. He began his career working for The New York Times and Huffington Post.
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Early Life and Education
Gene Demby grew up in South Philadelphia. He later attended Hofstra University.
Gene Demby's Career Journey
Before working at NPR, Gene Demby was a journalist for The New York Times. He then became a managing editor for Huffington Post's BlackVoices section.
Code Switch: A Podcast About Identity
Gene Demby helped launch the NPR project Code Switch on April 7, 2013. He wrote an introduction that was very well-received. Many people were excited about the content to come.
In 2016, Demby and his co-host, Shereen Marisol Meraji, started the Code Switch podcast. This podcast quickly became very popular. It explores how race, ethnicity, and culture affect our lives.
PostBourgie: A Blog for New Conversations
Gene Demby started blogging in 2004. He felt frustrated by how race was discussed in the media. He wanted a place for more thoughtful conversations.
In 2007, Demby created PostBourgie. It was a group blog about race, culture, politics, and media. He invited friends who wanted to have deeper discussions. They wanted a space where Black people were seen as complex and real.
PostBourgie became an important platform. It helped many writers develop their voices and ideas. It also helped them find new job opportunities in media. Some writers who started at PostBourgie later worked for major news outlets.
Demby also hosts a podcast that goes along with the PostBourgie blog.
Awards and Recognition
- In 2009, Demby's PostBourgie won a Black Weblog Award. It was recognized as the Best News/Politics Site.
- In 2013 and 2014, Gene Demby was named to The Root 100 list. This list highlights the 100 most important Black influencers.
- In 2014, Demby and the Code Switch team won an award from the Online News Association. They received it for Best Online Commentary.
Personal Life
Gene Demby is married to Kainaz Amaria. She is also a journalist and works as a visuals editor for Vox Media. The couple lives in Washington.
