Ashley Allison
Publisher and media entrepreneur who recently acquired The Root; discusses relaunching the site, the Root 100 list, and plans to grow audience and multimedia coverage.
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Jan 30, 2026 • 2h 20min
Melania the "Trophy Wife," Nicki’s MAGA Turn, and Black Prestige Media With Ashley Allison
Ashley Allison, media entrepreneur and owner of The Root, and former Obama-Biden advisor, discusses buying The Root to steward Black storytelling. Conversations cover the Melania documentary controversy, Nicki Minaj’s turn toward Trump, congressional fights over DHS and ICE, shifts in hip-hop from responsibility to commerce, and why Black prestige media must evolve.
Nov 6, 2025 • 11min
INTERVIEW: Ashley Allison On Acquiring 'The Root', Cultural Impact, The Root 100 List + More
Ashley Allison, a media entrepreneur and new publisher of The Root, discusses her recent acquisition and plans to relaunch the platform. She emphasizes the importance of Black-owned storytelling and the urgent need to preserve Black media spaces amidst industry challenges. The conversation dives into her vision for The Root 100 list, now celebrating collective achievement without rankings, and how it aims to inspire and uplift diverse Black voices. Ashley shares her commitment to restoring credibility, expanding multimedia coverage, and addressing past criticisms while navigating the monetization landscape.
