❗Let's close the gap: We still need your help to raise $40,000 by April 1. Donate now
Codebreaker

Come on, @Irene

John Moe Aug 29, 2011

Twitter user Irene Tien, who owns the Twitter handle @Irene, suddenly found herself a lot more famous than she expected, due to the storm. The real Irene was on vacation when co-workers alerted her of her new status – she works for a company that helps businesses use social media. Confused at first, the Irene decided to let her co-workers take over her account and play along. @Irene gave helpful tips juiced with a little snark throughout the hurricane.

There’s a lot happening in the world.  Through it all, Marketplace is here for you. 

You rely on Marketplace to break down the world’s events and tell you how it affects you in a fact-based, approachable way. We rely on your financial support to keep making that possible. 

Your donation today powers the independent journalism that you rely on. For just $5/month, you can help sustain Marketplace so we can keep reporting on the things that matter to you.