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J Wortham
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Wortham in 2020
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| Alma mater | University of Virginia |
| Occupation | Journalist |
| Employer | The New York Times |
| Known for | Still Processing Black Futures (with Kimberly Drew) |
J Wortham is an American journalist known for their work on technology and culture. They write for The New York Times Magazine and co-host a popular podcast called Still Processing. In 2020, Wortham also helped create a book called Black Futures, which is a collection of art and writing by Black artists and writers.
Wortham started their journalism journey by writing for different places in San Francisco. They worked for Wired before joining The New York Times in 2008.
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Early Life and Education
Wortham grew up in Alexandria, Virginia. They went to the University of Virginia and studied medical anthropology. This is a field that looks at how culture and society affect health. Wortham finished college in 2004.
Career Highlights
Becoming a Journalist
After college, Wortham moved to San Francisco. They gained experience by interning at magazines like San Francisco Magazine. Soon, they became a reporter focusing on technology and culture for Wired.
In 2008, Wortham joined The New York Times. They first covered technology and business news. Later, in 2014, they moved to The New York Times Magazine. Wortham was already very popular online, with many followers. This move helped the magazine gain more attention.
Wortham's Writing Style
Wortham's articles have appeared in many other publications. These include Vogue and The Fader. People often say Wortham is great at explaining the changing world of the internet. They are known for their unique way of looking at technology, culture, and identity. For example, Wortham wrote a famous essay about Beyoncé's album Lemonade.
Wortham was recognized on The Root 100 list in 2012. This list highlights influential African Americans. Their writing is often praised for being insightful and generous.
Books and Collections
In December 2020, Wortham co-edited a book called Black Futures with Kimberly Drew. This book is a collection of creative works. It includes art, essays, and other pieces by Black artists and writers.
Wortham is also working on their own book of essays. It is called Work of Body. This book will share their experiences growing up as a Black person. It will also explore how technology and the history of Black people in America have shaped them.
Special Fellowships
Wortham has received several special honors called fellowships. In 2017, they were the Zora Neale Hurston Fellow. This was at the first Jack Jones Literary Arts retreat. In 2018, they received a fellowship at the MacDowell Colony. In 2020, Wortham and their New York Times colleague Wesley Morris were named Kelly Writers House Fellows.
Still Processing Podcast
In September 2016, Wortham and Wesley Morris started a culture podcast called Still Processing. The New York Times produces this show. The podcast quickly became popular. It received great reviews and was listed among the "best of" podcasts by several publications. In 2020, the podcast was nominated for an American Society of Magazine Editors Magazine Award.
Other Creative Projects
In 2011, Wortham created Girl Crush Zine with Thessaly La Force. This project aimed to show women celebrating their admiration for other women. It included contributions from famous writers like Jennifer Egan and Emma Straub.
