A LIFELONG FASCINATION WITH HUMANITY

Humanity has always fascinated me. Growing up on the edge of Washington Square Park—an iconic stage filled with New York City’s most vibrant characters—and coming of age in nightclubs, I learned early on that life is a performance, and everyone has a story to tell. A desire to pursue storytelling professionally led me to acting, but while earning my BA in Theatre, I found the rehearsal cycle isolating. If performing is about authentically reflecting society, don’t actors need to interact with the world to truly understand it?

This realization led me to pivot into television journalism and live event hosting, where I could merge my passion for compelling narratives with meaningful connection.

A CAREER IN MULTI-MEDIA STORYTELLING

I’ve been hired by some of the world’s leading media companies to facilitate thought-provoking discussions on topics including politics, technology, cannabis, wellness, and pop culture. Whether hosting interviews, roundtables, game shows, livestreams, art auctions, street segments, or even a fictional retro news station, I’ve earned a reputation for building quick rapport with celebrities and thought leaders, infusing humor into serious subjects, and staying poised under pressure.

RADICAL EMPATHY

My work also dispatched me into a variety of unconventional environments, from disaster zones and extremist political rallies to electronic music festivals and Bike Weeks. These experiences deepened my understanding of radical empathy, which in turn inspired Tales of Taboo: an anonymous confessions podcast powered by the voices of my Instagram and TikTok followers.

Without the constraints of name or face, I’ve created a space where thousands are able to share unfiltered stories, challenge societal norms, and shift the conversation around stigma and shame.

EMPOWERING OTHERS TO FIND THEIR VOICE

I’ve utilized social media through all of its iterations, and built a substantial multi-platform following. My content has amassed over 55 million views, and Tales of Taboo and I have been featured in: Los Angeles Times, New York Post, Forbes, Wonderland, and Rollacoaster.

After a decade of storytelling across all mediums, I’ve honed the technical skills of impactful speech, stage presence, and viral content creation; but my true passion is empowering others to find and amplify their own voices. I’ve helped award-winning media CEOs, tech investors, doctors, and influencers discover their most authentic, powerful selves, and confidently project their message online, in the workplace, and throughout everyday life. 

LET’S WORK TOGETHER

If you're ready to discover your “Who” and “Why,” elevate your storytelling and speaking skills, or craft a dynamic multi-platform social media strategy, let’s work together to unlock your highest potential—both on and offline.

—Ali