Taylor Lorenz

Taylor Lorenz is a prominent American journalist and technology columnist for The Washington Post, where she focuses on technology and online culture. Born between 1984 and 1987 in New York City and raised in Old Greenwich, Connecticut, Lorenz graduated with a degree in political science from Hobart and William Smith Colleges after transferring from the University of Colorado Boulder. Her interest in internet culture was sparked by her experiences on the social media platform Tumblr.

Before joining The Washington Post in March 2022, Lorenz held positions at various notable publications, including The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Daily Beast, and Business Insider. She has also served as a social media editor for the Daily Mail and has made significant contributions to the understanding of how the internet shapes culture and society. In 2023, she authored the book Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet, which explores the dynamics of online fame and influence.

Lorenz's work has garnered recognition, placing her on several influential lists, such as Fortune's 40 Under 40 and Adweek's Young Influentials. She was also a 2019 Knight Visiting Nieman Fellow at Harvard University and is affiliated with the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard.

Despite her professional achievements, Lorenz has faced significant online harassment and threats, which have impacted her personal life and mental health. She has been open about her experiences with PTSD stemming from this harassment, which has included graphic threats and stalking incidents.

In addition to her writing, Lorenz is a podcaster for Vox Media, hosting the show Power User, where she discusses internet culture and technology trends. Her journalism often appears in various media formats, including documentaries on platforms like Netflix and HBO, further solidifying her influence in the tech and media landscape.12345