Explore nearly a decade of media coverage featuring Nyesha Stone, an award-winning journalist, entrepreneur, publicist, and founder of Carvd N Stone. From local interviews to national features, discover the stories highlighting her journey, achievements, and impact.
Nyesha Stone in the Press
2026
The Root sat down with Nyesha Stone for an exclusive interview highlighting her journey as the founder of Carvd N Stone, the mission behind her positive news company, and the impact of nearly a decade of storytelling and amplifying underrepresented communities. *Click video for full interview.
Originally published by The Root on August 30, 2026.
101.7 The Truth welcomed Nyesha Stone to discuss her work organizing her first book fair, the Authors of Color Book Fair, share updates on her journey as a journalist and entrepreneur, and highlight the continued growth and impact of her national positive news company, Carvd N Stone. *Click video for full interview.
Originally published by The Truth 101.7 on June 1, 2026.
OnMilwaukee recognized Nyesha Stone in its Women Making History series for Women's History Month, highlighting her work changing the narrative of Black communities through Carvd N Stone, her selection for the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business program, and her vision for expanding positive journalism worldwide. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by OnMilwaukee on March 5, 2026.
The Milwaukee Courier highlighted Nyesha Stone's acceptance into the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business program, recognizing her entrepreneurial journey and the growth of Carvd N Stone into a national positive news company since its founding in 2017. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by The Milwaukee Courier on February 19, 2026.
2025
TMJ4 featured Nyesha Stone and her journey building Carvd N Stone, highlighting how she uses positive journalism to amplify local stories, celebrate community impact, and change the narratives surrounding underrepresented communities. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by TMJ4 on November 5, 2026.
Hustling Sideways Podcast featured Nyesha Stone to discuss her journey into journalism, the inspiration behind founding Carvd N Stone, and how she built a news company dedicated to amplifying positive stories and changing the narrative in media. *Click video for full interview.
Originally published by OnMilwaukee on August 18, 2025.
Tha Table Podcast featured Nyesha Stone to discuss her partnership with Amazon, her work in Milwaukee, and her personal journey as a journalist, entrepreneur, and founder of Carvd N Stone. *Click video for full interview.
Originally published by Tha Table Podcast on June 20, 2025.
2024
Mogul Talk Podcast featured Nyesha Stone to discuss her journey founding Carvd N Stone, the importance of positive journalism, and the challenges of building an independent media company while maintaining journalistic integrity and amplifying underrepresented communities. *Click video for full interview.
Originally published by Mogul Talk Podcast on July 22, 2024.
Madison365 highlighted Nyesha Stone receiving the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee Alumni Association's Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD) Award, recognizing her achievements as a journalist, entrepreneur, and founder of Carvd N Stone. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by Madison365 on April 1, 2024.
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee announced Nyesha Stone as a recipient of its 2024 Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD) Award, recognizing her professional achievements, entrepreneurial leadership, and impact through Carvd N Stone. *Click photo for more information.
Originally published by UW-Milwaukee on February 1, 2024.
2023
Rolling Out featured Nyesha Stone and her efforts to create opportunities for aspiring journalists through scholarships and mentorship, highlighting how she uses Carvd N Stone to invest in the next generation of storytellers. *Click photo for full interview.
Originally published by Rolling Out on August 17, 2023.
OnMilwaukee featured Nyesha Stone in its The Future Is Female series, highlighting her journey as a journalist and entrepreneur, the inspiration behind founding Carvd N Stone, and her commitment to amplifying positive stories within underrepresented communities. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by Rolling Out on May 30, 2023.
Rick Taylor Entertainment interviewed Nyesha Stone about her personal journey, reflecting on growing up with anger, navigating the loss of friendships, and the lessons she's learned through business ownership and entrepreneurship. *Click video for full interview.
Originally published by Rolling Out on April 30, 2023.
2022
ESSENCE featured Nyesha Stone in its Black Women Who Make the News series, highlighting her journey as the founder of Carvd N Stone, her commitment to positive journalism, and her work amplifying stories from underrepresented communities. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by ESSENCE on December 22, 2022.
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee featured alumna Nyesha Stone, highlighting her journey from journalism student to entrepreneur, the founding of Carvd N Stone, and her commitment to building a media company centered on positive news and stories from underrepresented communities. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by UWM Report on December 16, 2022.
WUWM 89.7 featured Nyesha Stone and her work through Carvd N Stone, highlighting how she uses independent journalism to share positive news, uplift underrepresented communities, and bring greater attention to impactful stories across Milwaukee. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by WUWM on September 28, 2022.
Shoutout Atlanta featured Nyesha Stone in an exclusive interview discussing her journey as the founder of Carvd N Stone, her mission to change how communities are represented in the media, and her expansion from Milwaukee into Atlanta. The interview also highlighted her entrepreneurial journey and commitment to supporting Black creatives through grants and scholarships. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by Shoutout Atlanta on May 11, 2022.
Technical.ly featured Nyesha Stone and her journey building Carvd N Stone, highlighting her mission to change the narrative in journalism through positive news and amplify stories from underrepresented communities in Milwaukee.*Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by Technical.ly on March 29, 2022.
2020
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service featured Nyesha Stone in its NNS Spotlight series, highlighting her journey as the founder of Carvd N Stone and her mission to bring positive news to Milwaukee while amplifying stories from underrepresented communities. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by NNS Milwaukee in 2022.
2019
CBS 58 featured Nyesha Stone and her mission to increase diversity on bookshelves through an Authors of Color Book Drive, highlighting her efforts to collect 1,000 books by authors of color for Milwaukee Public Schools students and the importance of representation in children's literature. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by CBS 58 on May 12, 2019.
2018
Radio Milwaukee highlighted Nyesha Stone's efforts to use music to support people experiencing homelessness, showcasing her early commitment to community impact and creating positive change in Milwaukee. *Click photo for full coverage.
Originally published by Radio Milwaukee on January 8, 2018.