Media Moves

Ibekwe takes on London-based role at the NY Times

August 16, 2023

Posted by Mariam Ahmed

Desiree Ibekwe

Desiree Ibekwe, an audience editor in audio at The New York Times, has moved to The Morning team as a writer based in London.

Previously, Ibekwe wrote and edited The Daily Newsletter, which gave listeners insight into the making of the podcast. She has also worked on expanding the audience for “The Daily,” “The Run-Up” and Serial podcasts.

She has also held the posts of news assistant and associate editor for audio.

In addition, she reported for the television trade publication Broadcast Magazine and was a fellow at The Economist.

Ibekwe has a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Bristol.

Be sure to congratulate Ibekwe on Twitter.

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