In an era where bold voices are needed more than ever, a powerful collective of trailblazing women has come together to cut through the noise and carve new paths of influence. The Machetes are a dynamic force of journalists, commentators, activists, and truth-tellers, united by a shared commitment to elevate stories that shape our culture and our future.
Each Machete carries her own sharp edge — her voice, her vision, and her unwavering courage — making this collective an unstoppable movement of modern leadership.
Meet the women leading the charge inside the Macheteverse:
Angela Rye (@angelarye)
Legal powerhouse and fierce defender of justice, Angela Rye dissects policy and power with fearless precision. Her sharp analysis and unapologetic advocacy equip communities to rise above systems of oppression and claim their power.
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Tiffany Cross (@tiffanydcross)
A political disruptor with unfiltered brilliance, Tiffany Cross commands national attention with her candid commentary and incisive storytelling. She turns headlines into wake-up calls, mobilizing audiences to engage, vote, and demand better.
→Tiffany D. Cross Instagram
Jemele Hill (@jemelehill)
Where sports and culture collide, Jemele Hill stands at the front line. Known for her sharp wit and fearless critiques, she elevates conversations that matter — from the field to the front pages — and challenges America to reckon with its truths.
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LaTosha Brown (@mslatoshabrown)
A visionary strategist and co-founder of Black Voters Matter, LaTosha Brown turns civic engagement into celebration and power-building. With music in her heart and freedom in her vision, she mobilizes communities to protect democracy and dream boldly.
→LaTosha Brown Instagram
Joy-Ann Reid (@joyannreid)
With an electrifying presence on screen, Joy-Ann Reid is a masterful storyteller and sharp political analyst. As the host of The ReidOut, she leads critical conversations on race, justice, and democracy, illuminating the issues shaping our nation.
→Joy-Ann Reid Instagram
Errin Haines (@emarvelous)
Editor-at-large and fearless journalist, Errin Haines centers Black women’s voices in her reporting, amplifying the heart of our democracy. With nuanced insight, she documents history as it unfolds, giving voice to the stories that change us all.
→Errin Haines Instagram
Alicia Garza (@chasinggarza)
A movement architect and co-founder of #BlackLivesMatter, Alicia Garza builds power where it belongs — in the hands of the people. Through strategy and storytelling, she is shaping a future where equity is non-negotiable and liberation is inevitable.
→Alicia Garza Instagram
Cari Champion (@carichampion)
From the sidelines to the studio lights, Cari Champion redefines what it means to be a game-changer. As a trailblazing sports anchor and cultural commentator, she elevates the stories of athletes and activists, proving the game is bigger than sports.
→ Cari Champion Linktree
Brittany Packnett Cunningham (@mspackyetti)
A catalyst for justice and a brilliant educator, Brittany Packnett Cunningham empowers communities to turn passion into power. Her voice resonates far beyond the podium, calling on all of us to rise, resist, and reimagine what’s possible.
→Brittany Packnett Cunningham Instagram
Sunny Hostin (@sunny)
Attorney, author, and Emmy-winning journalist, Sunny Hostin brings legal clarity and cultural critique to the national stage. She unpacks complex issues with brilliance and grace, proving that truth is the ultimate power play.
→Sunny Hostin Instagram
Together, They Are the Machetes.
These ten women are more than media personalities — they are architects of change, guardians of truth, and builders of tomorrow. Across screens, stages, and social feeds, they cut through noise and narratives that no longer serve us, creating space for new conversations, new solutions, and new futures.
Welcome to the Macheteverse. Power has a new home.
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