As evidenced by the popularity of “Yesteryear,” a subculture of “traditional wives” is making big waves in the culture wars.
Kate Brennan
Kate Brennan, former staff writer and current freelancer for The Story Exchange, is a reporter and journalism graduate of Syracuse University. Her passion for storytelling centered around women and their experiences led her to The Story Exchange.
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8 Spellbinding Witch Movies to Watch This Halloween
From campy comedies to historical dramas, these flicks feature the most iconic witch tales to get you into the spirit of the holiday.
10 Leadership Quotes from the Most Accomplished Women in Business
In honor of Women’s Small Business Month, we share inspiring words from female CEOs on what it takes to blaze trails.
We’re FALLing in Love With These 10 New Books
From intimate reflections to bold tell-alls, prepare to clear your shelves for this season’s literary lineup.
How Can I Use AI to Help Me Start My Business?
These 7 online tools, including one that builds an entire website in under 30 seconds, aim to save you time and money. We tested them out.
The Only Summer Reading List You’ll Need
From sharp debuts to bold memoirs, here are 10 books we recommend for all those sunny days ahead.
7 Books for Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month
We’ve compiled a collection of acclaimed books written by Asian-American and Pacific Islander women, from Michelle Zauner to Chanel Miller.
Finding Safe Spots to Shed Climate Anxiety
In Climate Cafes, New Yorkers come together to talk about climate concerns and support each other through burnout.
10 Books to Help You Learn About Black History
These Black women authors — including Alice Walker and Maya Angelou — paint powerful pictures of Black history and show how it shapes our present.
The Gender Gap Wasn’t Bigger This Election – But It Was Louder
Statistically, the voting patterns of young men and women didn’t change much in 2024. But their attitude toward each other changed significantly.
Historically Black Women’s College Receives $100 Million Gift
Longtime trustee Ronda Stryker has just gifted Spelman College the largest single HBCU donation in history.
The Honey Pot Seals $380 Million Deal
The Black woman-owned brand will be acquired by Compass Diversified – and pledges to continue destigmatizing feminine care.
A Lawmaker Unexpectedly Wants New Moms in Congress to Be Able to Vote by Proxy
Anna Paulina Luna, a Florida Republican, was opposed to proxy voting during the pandemic. But motherhood has given her a new perspective.
Afghan Refugees – Mostly Women – Forced to Leave Pakistan
They thought they were free from Taliban-run Afghanistan, where women and girls are slowly being erased from public life. Now, they might have to go back.
Mariska Hargitay Opens Up About Her Own Sexual Assault For The First Time
In a powerful essay for People, the actor reflected on what it was like to play a sex crimes detective while struggling to process her own trauma.