Content Creator & Fractional Social Media Strategist
Writing
Nicole Phillip is a New York University alumna and multimedia journalist who currently works in the social media space. Her writing spreads across beats with a particular focus on matters of culture and intersectional feminism. You can find her work in The Week, The New York Times, The 1619 Project digital publication, The Daily Beast, ABC News, and NBC Universal Local. She considers herself to be a skilled shapeshifter between journalistic mediums but often finds herself drawn to writing.
The Today Show: I’m a Black traveler who reviews popular destinations. Here's what I want others to know
A harrowing experience in Italy inspired this travel lover to illuminate the realities Black people and people of color could face when going abroad.
NYT: My Very Personal Taste of Racism Abroad
For an African-American woman, a study-abroad program in Italy led to an eye-opening experience. “Disgusting black women” were the stinging words of one racial encounter.
NYT: Shining a Light on Black and Brown Representation in Film
“But mama told me my God was black.”
The Daily Beast: More Women Are Choosing to Be Unmarried. Men Need to Adjust.
Times are changing, and settling for an unsatisfying male partner is less appealing than choosing self-respect and living alone.
NBCLX: Here's Why You're Seeing More International Content in Your Netflix Feed
Netflix's foreign-language content could lead to even more diverse stories reaching even bigger audiences.
NBCLX: It's Time We Credit Black People For Their Social Media Contributions, Periodt
“It is undeniable that there are Black creators that are constantly at the forefront, but end up being exploited, end up being shortchanged."
NBCLX: The Gorilla Glue Saga, Laid Edges and the Trauma of Black Beauty Standards
From relaxers to braids and even weave sew-ins, pain is relatively common when it comes to styling Black hair.
The Week: How I 'learned' to read as an adult
I secretly hated reading. Then I learned to love it.
The Week: The invasion of Ukraine and the moral conflict of sympathizing while Black
If you see Black people question their support for Ukraine, ask yourself what you'd feel in our place.