We follow these 9 websites that are as resourceful as they are empowering and uplifting—covering everything from personal finance to mindful meditation.

Check out our favorite newsletters for women as well!

1. The Cut

Our Go-To For | News & politics
Topics | Style, self, culture, and power
A Feature We Love | 180 Female Execs Launch Time’s Up Advertising

When The Cut was launched years ago, it was an online publication for women with style and self in mind. Today, they’ve grown to be a leading resource for politics, current events, and the honest, challenging conversations we’re having with one another. Content some days will talk about Danity Kane and ‘Vanderpump Rules,’ while others revolve around March for Our Lives, career advice, and breastfeeding at work. Because what it means to be a successful woman can include style, self, and discussion around current events.

2. Salty

Our Go-To For | Body positivity
Topics | LGBTQIA+ lifestyle, sex & body, relationships, parenthood
A Feature We Love | How I Finally Liberated My Black Fat Femme Body

Unapologetic and intersectional, Salty is not here for censorship or the corporate brand of feminism. This volunteer-run, independent website is dedicated to amplifying the voices of women, trans, and nonbinary people on topics others may otherwise shy away from. Their perspectives around #MeToo, sex work, and body positivity are refreshing and insightful, and we’d all benefit from taking some time to dig in and read. With core tenets such as inclusivity, community, fun, and respect, their content celebrates and uplifts authenticity and living the most truthful lives we can. 

3. The Good Trade

Our Go-To For | Ethical & sustainable living
Topics | Lifestyle, fashion, beauty, self, home, culture
A Feature We Love | The 9 Best Meditation & Breathing Apps to Reduce Anxiety

Over the last seven years, The Good Trade has covered content around sustainable living and investing with socially conscious brands, knowing that we often vote for the world we want with our dollars. Today, it has grown to reach millions of readers with engaging content ranging from mindful living to personal finance to seasonal fashion. If you’re interested in fair trade fashion picks, local and sustainable spots to check out, or inspiring curated reads from across the Internet, you’ll especially love The Daily Good, a 30-second read sent each morning full of the team’s personalized recommendations.

4. Blood + Milk

Our Go-To For | Empowering wellness information and stories
Topics | Sex, body, menstruation, mental health, motherhood
A Feature We Love | Sacral Healing + The Importance Womb Healing 

Blood + Milk is more than an online publication or website for leisurely reading. It’s a community resource; a call for awakening; a collective cry for gender rights and the end of oppression for women. The editorial branch of organic tampon brand Cora, Blood + Milk is our favorite site for longer editorials, empowering stories, and inclusive advice about sex, body, menstruation, and more. For the kind of articles you’ll be forwarding to all your friends, add this site to your bookmarks. 

5. Darling Magazine

Our Go-To For | Inspiration
Topics | Culture, relationships, travel, style, creativity
A Feature We Love | The Habits of Highly Successful Women Condensed in One Infographic

Darling Magazine was born as a print mag to redefine the art of being a woman: all images they use are untouched and their content is written to empower readers. But today, Darling has evolved to so much more than just a print magazine—it’s the ideal resource whenever you need inspiration and motivation. And if you’re not sure where to start, they’ve handpicked choices for you when you’re feeling ambitious, overwhelmed, or adventurous. With powerful features from the likes of Meghan Markle, Joanna Gaines, and Rupi Kaur, Darling is media that makes us feel loved, not less.

6. Autostraddle

Our Go-To For | LGBTQ+ lifestyle
Topics | Arts & pop culture, sex & dating, community, identities
A Feature We Love | How Queer and Trans Women Are Healing Each Other After Hurricane Harvey

A past winner of the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Blog, Autostraddle has transformed the lives of lesbian, bisexual, and queer women (as well as non-binary people) for nearly 10 years. They offer a fresh voice and empowered perspective to make all women feel like they’re valuable, equal, and noticed, so it’s no wonder that they’re the number one lesbian lifestyle website worldwide. And what we love most are the values they apply to all of their content: never critical or teasing of women’s physical appearances, quality over quantity with a point, and diversity and inclusion with both imagery and written content. The Autostraddle team is also more than just online: they host worldwide meet-ups, sell merch, and arranged getaways, because their ultimate goal is to create a community wherever they reach.

7. Career Contessa

Our Go-To For | Career advice
Topics | Career tips, interviews, jobs, coaching & webinars
A Feature We Love | Empathy At Work—And Why It (Really) Matters

Whether you’re beginning your career, navigating a transition at work, or negotiating your next raise, Career Contessa has the resources you need to make the most of it. We love that they have resources for women in a wide array of industries, and their library of downloads, courses, and podcasts is unlike any other. Kickstart the career of your dreams with their guided 28-day plans for finding a new job, making more money, or learning new skills—or just browse their archives for plenty of valuable career content.

8. Create & Cultivate

Our Go-To For | Entrepreneurship
Topics | Career advice, women leaders, digital & tech
A Feature We Love | 3 Entrepreneurs Share Their Secrets On Building A Smart Brand

Create & Cultivate’s mission is to support women looking to create & cultivate the career of their dreams, and they follow through. The ladies behind Create & Cultivate are chock full of sage advice and resources for both budding and established entrepreneurs, from year-one tips to starting a business to handling an especially slow day at work. And they’ve taken their content on the road too, with their beautifully-branded conferences and pop-ups so you can engage with them online or IRL.

9. them

Our Go-To For | LGBTQ+ culture & essays
Topics | Pop culture, style, politics, news
A Feature We Love | Inqueery: Indigenous Identity and the Significance of the Term “Two-Spirit”

For our weekly dose of pop culture, style, politics, and news, you can find us reading them, a proclaimed next-generation community platform chronicling and celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. In addition to sharing excellent and informative content (we love both the written articles and videos) them also sends out a newsletter for anyone who “wants the best of what’s queer” delivered right to your inbox.

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Seafood is an excellent source of lean protein, omega-3s, iron, and vitamins B and D, and it’s one of the most carbon-efficient foods on the planet. If you’re looking to increase your seafood intake or learn some new cooking techniques, try checking out the free digital Marine Stewardship Council’s (MSC) 2023 Ocean Cookbook, featuring sustainable fish recipes from all over the world, utilizing seafood like scallops, cod, shrimp, and tuna.

Whether it’s in a gooey tuna melt or rolled up into a maki roll, tuna is one of the most versatile kinds of seafood. It’s that versatility that makes the fish the third most popular seafood in the US, after shrimp and salmon, says Chef Adrienne Cheatham, whose tuna tonnato salad is featured in MSC’s 2023 Ocean Cookbook. “Given its popularity, it’s important to know how to look for sustainable tuna choices,” says Cheatham, “so we’re ensuring healthy fish populations now and for our future generations.”

What makes seafood sustainable?

According to the MSC, in order to be considered environmentally sustainable, seafood must come from healthy fish populations, have minimal impact on the marine ecosystem, and be properly managed (so no overfishing). Sustainable seafood can be harvested in perpetuity while still maintaining a healthy environment. That’s what “sustainable” means, after all — able to be sustained.

While most of the fish we get here in the states is wild caught, seafood harvested via aquaculture is the fastest-growing form of food production worldwide according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Note that not all wild caught seafood is sustainable, and neither is all aquaculture seafood.

Because most of our fish comes from the ocean, it’s especially important to purchase sustainably fished seafood to ensure healthy fish and marine populations in the future. “I’ve worked with seafood for the entirety of my cooking career and am incredibly passionate about making sure we have access to it for years to come,” says Cheatham.

How do you know if your seafood was harvested sustainably?

In short, read the labels! One of the easiest indicators to look for is the MSC blue fish label, meaning the product has been certified to the MSC Fisheries Standard. The MSC blue fish label provides assurance that the seafood is wild-caught and comes from a certified sustainable source.

Another way to determine your seafood’s sustainability? Research the company that makes it. Companies with sustainable practices want you to know about them, so it doesn’t take long to Google a seafood producer and find out if it puts sustainability at the forefront of its business model.

The Perfect Tuna Salad Recipe for Earth Month

For MSC’s 2023 Ocean Cookbook, Cheatham crafted an easy meal with sustainably fished tuna in the spotlight. Her tuna tonnato is full of pantry staples like relish, mustard, and tuna, along with a few fresh veggies for a “light, bright dish that’s perfect for spring and summer,” she says.

Find the full recipe here, which uses lemon, celery, onion, eggs, and potato to liven up tuna salad, bringing it from sad desk lunch territory into “a great lunch or a patio snack to fix for guests, or dinner on a night in,” says Cheatham. She serves the tuna mixture over greens and alongside some satisfying, crusty bread. My local grocery store didn’t have any endive, so I heaped the tuna salad over a bed of spinach and arugula instead—it was one of the best lunches I’ve made in a long time. 

Cheatham notes that while the dish looks light, it’s packed with protein from the tuna and eggs. And she emphasizes the importance of buying canned tuna with an MSC label on it.

MSC’s 2023 Ocean Cookbook features dishes from seventeen different chefs representing cuisines from all over the world, like Smoked Salmon and Mango Salad and Steamed Hake with Vegetables. Each recipe is paired with a quote from a fisherman who catches the seafood variety to help “make the connection back to the ocean,” says Cheatham. 

“Sustainability includes our future, is the way I think about it,” said Jack B. Vantress of the American Albacore Fishing Association in Cheatham’s recipe. “So it’s important to choose sustainable seafood because this is our future.”

THIS STORY IS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OUR FRIENDS AT THE MARINE STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL

Natalie Gale is a Boston-based freelance journalist. When she’s not writing about art, food, or sustainability, you can find her biking to the farmers’ market, baking, sewing, or planning her next Halloween costume. Say hi on Instagram!

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One of our favorite ways to start our work day is to set aside 10-15 minutes as we settle in to our desks to read a handful of daily newsletters with informative, insightful, and encouraging content.

We’ve asked our readers {and each other!} what is missing when it comes to conscious content that inspires and informs us in our everyday lives. Not surprisingly, we’ve found women resonate with bite-sized, actionable content that is consciously aligned and aesthetically beautiful.  

Created especially for women, here are our favorite regular newsletters to read each morning for news, politics and inspiration. For more inspiration, head here for our favorite websites—and happy scrolling!

1. The Daily Good

We may be biased, but we are big fans of our daily newsletter, The Daily Good, a 30-second newsletter delivered to your inbox daily with soothing playlists, sustainable recipes and DIYs, inspiring articles, and more. Curated with love by The Good Trade team, we hope all our readers will add The Daily Good to their list of morning newsletters.

Subscribe to The Daily Good

2. The Assist

Your work BFF in newsletter form, The Assist arrives in your inbox four times a week and makes becoming a better professional actually enjoyable. We love that this newsletter doesn’t take itself too seriously, but still offers extremely actionable advice we love sharing with our peers and colleagues. The Assist is always fresh, and there’s something to love in each edition (see what we mean and check out their archive of excellent newsletter sends).

Subscribe to The Assist

3. The GIST

For a refreshing female voice and perspective on sports, we adore The GIST. This free newsletter written and led by women gives you, yes, “the gist” on what is happening in the sports world in four sends a week. You can expect to be entertained, informed, and all caught up on what’s happening in the world of sports with editions on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday!

Subscribe to The GIST

4. DailySkimm

The DailySkimm is one of our favorite morning digests for breaking news and to learn about what’s happening in the world. Launched by media company theSkimm and targeted toward women millennials, a single edition of the newsletter can cover Moderna’s vaccine, hate crimes in the US, and Cinnabon frosting. Plus, it’s nabbed an interview with Kamala Harris, so you know you’re in good company.

Subscribe to The DailySkimm

5. The Morning

If you want to start your day feeling informed and engaged, subscribe to the The Morning—a daily newsletter from The New York Times that aims to “make sense of the day’s news and ideas.” Written by David Leonhardt and other Times journalists, the newsletter will guide you through what’s happening and why it matters. Past editions have included deep dives into the Latino gender gap, books of the year, and polling problems.

Subscribe to The Morning

6. The Broadsheet

Learn about and celebrate the world’s most powerful women with Fortune’s The Broadsheet. A daily newsletter curated by Kristen Bellstrom and for a ‘broad’ audience (because women’s issues are not just women’s issues), The Broadsheet is for readers who want to read stories about all the incredible women who are shattering glass ceilings around the globe. We love the breadth of content—from research, to opinion pieces, to book and biography recommendations that will keep your reading list full.

Subscribe to The Broadsheet

7. Girls’ Night In

Girls’ Night In is a weekly newsletter for women who’d rather stay in on Friday and Saturday night. Sent to over 100,000 subscribers on Friday morning, this cozy email is brimming with the best self-care tips, relaxation ideas, and advice for a restful evening in your pajamas. Founded on the principle that it’s essential to our mental health and wellbeing to chill out when life gets busy, Girls’ Night In is everything we need and more after a long week at the office.

Subscribe to Girls’ Night In

8. Ann Friedman Weekly

Ann Friedman is a writer, journalist, podcast host, and forthcoming author. She’s also a newsletter curator, and we’re obsessed with her email, the Ann Friedman Weekly. Containing the best book and media suggestions, as well as GIFs and other digital treats, this newsletter is delivered on Fridays at what always seems to be the perfect time—because who doesn’t love to get a jumpstart on the weekend? With a free and paid version ($5 a year for extra goodies), this newsletter is one you’ll want to subscribe to asap.

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9. Lit Hub Daily

A bullet-list newsletter of the best-written stories on the web? Yes, please! Well-read women will love receiving the Lit Hub Daily newsletter for a roundup of the most acclaimed online literature and recently released essays. Every newsletter also includes a historical photo and fact about a celebrated author, poet, or journalist.

Subscribe to Lit Hub Daily

10. Poem-A-Day

Do you ever need to pause and reset during your day? Maybe you need to take a few breaths or read your favorite poem to help rejuvenate your soul? Indulge in Poem-A-Day, a daily send that shares previously unpublished poems from today’s talented poets during the week and classic poems on the weekends. Each poem is accompanied by exclusive audio and commentary by the poets, so we can connect with our inner artist and creative spirit throughout the work week.

Subscribe to Poem-A-Day

11. Hung Up

When Hunter Harris was an entertainment writer for Vulture, she spent her days hilariously and honestly writing about movies, music, pop culture, and her own personal obsessions. The latter is what has since inspired her weekly newsletter Hung Up. Its title refers to those “preoccupations we just can’t seem to get out from under” (you know, our hang-ups). Launched in November 2020, Hung Up will be filled with essays, interviews, recommendations, reviews, and more.

Subscribe to Hung Up

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The Black Lives Matter movement urged an acceleration of anti-racism work, and the action and education continues today. That’s because anti-racism education and awareness is not a trend, nor was it resolved during the protests in 2020; activists have been speaking out against systemic racism for years, and will continue to do so.

Below, you’ll find a list of Black educators, activists, and organizations who are advocating for the end of state and societal violence against Black communities. Match the work of these activists with your own introspection, action, and contribution to their teaching—from financial to sharing via word of mouth.

But buying a book and following a handful of new accounts on Instagram is only surface level—the real effort can feel confronting. And it should. It takes courage to speak up in spaces and systems that are not welcome to all—to ensure that every voice is equal, protected, and accounted for. Start here, and grow.

To even further your education, here is a list of anti-racism books to add to your reading list.

Rachel Cargle

Rachel Cargle is a public academic, arts advocate, and founder of The Loveland Foundation, a platform offering free therapy for Black women and girls. Cargle’s Patreon, The Great Unlearn, is a structured space for folks who want more resources and discourse surrounding what many broken systems have taught us for years.

Website | Instagram | Patreon | Books

Ijeoma Oluo

Ijeoma Oluo is the New York Times bestselling author of So You Want To Talk About Race and Mediocre, whose work focuses on the intersections between race and identity, feminism, history, mental health, and more. You can read more from Oluo on her Substack, Behind The Book, and connect directly with her community via chat and exclusive-to-subscribers content.

Website | Instagram | Substack | Books

Blair Imani

Historian and advocate Blair Imani’s work centers women and girls, global Black communities, and the LGBTQ community. She’s written three books, the latest of which is an extension of her educational series, Smarter In Seconds, that she launched on Instagram. There, you’ll learn about intersectionality, race, sexuality, and more.

Website | Instagram | Books

Dr. Ibram X. Kendi

Dr. Ibram X. Kendi is a 2021 MacArthur Fellow and #1 New York Times bestselling author whose works include The Black Campus Movement, Stamped From The Beginning, and How To Be An Antiracist. He is also a CBS News Racial Justice Contributor and the Founding Director of The Antiracist Research & Policy Center; if you haven’t yet learned something from Dr. Kendi, 2023 is the year.

Website | Instagram | Books

The Conscious Kid

If you’re wondering how to talk to your children or students about race and racism, The Conscious Kid offers book lists, resources, and tips for hosting the conversations. This 501(c)(3) nonprofit also goes further on its Patreon, where you can become a monthly contributor for $5 or $10. (If you have limited resources, there is a more accessible pricing tier.)

Website | Instagram | Patreon

Brittany Packnett Cunningham

Brittany Packnett Cunningham has done it all—a founder, TED speaker, podcaster, executive, writer, and correspondent—and she’s still going. Keep an eye out for her upcoming 2025 book We Are Like Those Who Dream, which deep dives into historic speeches by Black women. And as former co-host of Pod Save The People, you can hear Packnett Cunningham’s more recent podcast work at UNDISTRACTED—where she explores news with an intersectional lens.

Website | Instagram | Books

Layla F. Saad

After Layla F. Saad led the Me and White Supremacy challenge on Instagram, she turned her work into a bestselling book by the same name. Saad’s work is dedicated to becoming a good ancestor for the generations to come—join the community for workshops, book clubs, and additional resources for building a legacy of healing and liberation.

Website | Instagram | Community

Ericka Hart

Ericka Hart, who has a Master’s of Education in Human Sexuality, is an educator who challenges anti-Blackness wherever it shows up (from medicine, to academia, fashion, and more). You can learn directly from Hart through their gender and racial and social justice courses—or, listen to archived episodes of their podcast, Hoodrat to Headwrap.

Website | Instagram | Courses

Rachel Ricketts

Rachel Ricketts is a racial justice educator, lawyer, healer, speaker, and author. She offers online courses on spiritual activism, resources on grief and anti-racism, and monthly newsletters. While you’re learning, be sure to check out Ricketts’s book, Do Better, for more inspiration on spiritual activism.

Website | Instagram | Patreon | Books

No White Saviors

To understand that anti-racism work is essential worldwide, No White Saviors is a platform based in Uganda that challenges the White Savior Complex (WSC) and centers and uplifts African people. It identifies and provides critical feedback around the WSC and dismantles harmful systems through public and legal action. You can support the work on Patreon.

Instagram | Patreon

Austin Channing Brown

Austin Channing Brown, the author of I’m Still Here, is a multi-hyphenate creative (aka she can do it all!) who combines racial justice, faith, and Black womanhood in her work. Channing Brown is the CEO of Herself Media, where you can hear directly from her on Full Reset, a podcast on the journey towards adulthood. (Check out her series The Next Question, too!)

Website | Instagram | Books

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Dating is no longer defined by obsolete heteronormative and patriarchal “traditions”—or at least, it shouldn’t be. It’s so much more than that; it’s for everyone. (As Lin-Manuel Miranda said in his acceptance speech at the 2016 Tony Awards, “Love is love is love is love….”) But dating apps once often excluded and ostracized communities that fell out of those confines, leaving LGBTQIA+ people and women, curvy women, women of color, and women over 50 to fend for themselves when it came to finding love. Not anymore.

To find love—or lust, if that’s your desire—you’ve got to put yourself out there. But if you can’t fathom enduring one more awful pickup line at the bar, try one of these dating apps that prioritize authentic compatibility and connection. They were created with our own needs in mind, so get ready to meet Mr. or Ms. Right (or Right Now).

If you’re just looking for friendship, check out this guide to apps for meeting new friends!

1. Bumble

Price | Free, premium plans available ($40/mo)
Perks | Women message first, 3 services (Date, BFF, Biz), premium/paid perks
Best For | Women in new cities

Bumble began in 2014 after Whitney Wolfe Herd left her work at Tinder (a now-adversary!) and realized that she wanted to challenge the antiquated rules of dating. Today, Bumble serves over 42 million users worldwide—with women making the first move. On Bumble, only women can message first with their matches, and if there’s no response, the message disappears within 24 hours. The app has done so well that the company has introduced Bumble BFF and Bumble Biz for growing friendships and professional networks. Especially useful for those moving to a new city or country, Bumble empowers all of us to not just play the field, but to level it.

Learn more about Bumble

2. MeetMindful

Price | Free to see, pay to message ($29/mo)
Perks | Many filters to sort through profiles with
Best For | Those with a conscious lifestyle

Looking for a partner who wants the same healthy, happy life you do? MeetMindful. (See what we did there?) MeetMindful is an app that prioritizes common interests like spirituality, yoga, travel, and healthy eating with authentic profiles and none of the “swipe” judgments. Once you sign up, you’ll be directed to fill out a profile and then you can begin to see matches immediately in your geographic area. The app even gives you its premium subscription for the first two days so you can see all that MeetMindful has to offer, including advanced filtering and the ability to send messages. If you’re willing to spend a few bucks, then you might find the conscious living partner of your dreams.

Learn more about MeetMindful

3. Coffee Meets Bagel

Price | Free to use, premium option available ($35/mo)
Perks | Curated matches each day
Best For | More authentic connections

If you’re sick and tired (and frankly bored) of being judged by just your face and a few photos, you’ll love Coffee Meets Bagel. CMB puts quality over quantity, with a limited number of matches each day so that you don’t have to swipe left or right mindlessly anymore. Every day at 12 p.m., you’ll receive new matches from an algorithm designed just for you, so they’re curated to your interests and geographic information. You’ll then have just a couple of days to decide if you’d like to move forward. But its emphasis on quality is the reason the app is free of creeps or lurkers; only those seeking more serious relationships or authentic connections use it.

Learn more about Coffee Meets Bagel

4. BLK

Price | Free, premium subscriptions available (starting at $10)
Perks | Exclusive community, profile “boosting” available
Best For | Black men and women

BLK wants to help connect single Black men and women. The app allows you to customize who and what you’re looking for and offers a personalized group of profiles to look through every day. Using the popular “swipe” format, you’ll be matched if the feeling is mutual and can chat with other members if they like you back. With a Premium membership, you can give people a second chance, send unlimited “likes,” and boost your profile each month to appear as one of the top singles in your area.

Learn more about BLK

5. HER

Price | Free to see, $15/mo for ad free, incognito mode, advanced filters, and more
Perks | Multitude of gender/sexual identities, specific niche
Best For | Womxn and queer people

As humans, we don’t always identify as straight or gay and male or female. HER, a dating platform for queer womxn, wants to celebrate that: whether you’re lesbian, femme, trans, fluid, or queen, HER is here for you. Queer women were left out of online dating apps like Tinder and Grindr, and queer woman Robyn Exton was not having it, so she created HER. Nowadays, the app has more than 3 million users around the world with many users finding it to be a safe space: users can report profiles made by straight men or straight couples, and the app comes with all sorts of inclusive sexual and gender identities. It’s time we had dating resources that are as diverse as we are.

Learn more about HER

6. WooPlus

Price | Free to see, plans start at $5/mo
Perks | Women rate men, specific niche
Best For | Plus-sized men & women

WooPlus is a relatively new dating app made for plus-sized men and women, without the fat-shaming. After seeing a viral Tinder experiment featuring girls bigger than their photos, the WooPlus founders wanted to create an app that would be a safe space for curvier users. Nowadays, millions use the app, ranging from those who identify as chubby to those who see themselves as big beautiful women or big handsome men. Plus, those with fetishes are strictly banned, because all of us deserve a comfortable place to meet potentially romantic partners. Rather than be negatively judged for our bodies, WooPlus wants to create a space where we can appreciate every body.

Learn more about WooPlus

7. SilverSingles

Price | Free to see, plans vary by 3-, 6-, and 12-month commitments
Perks | Personality test, easy to navigate
Best For | Over 55+ community

If you’re over 55+, SilverSingles might be exactly what you’re looking for. This mature online dating community is made specifically for those ready to enjoy the prime of life. Once you sign up, you’ll be prompted to take a personality test that will be used to find matches all over your area. No one catches your eye that day? Not to worry, the app will send you new matches every day. With one plan available at different subscription lengths, SilverSingles lets you send flirty basic communication for free and then offers paid opportunities to send messages. With this app in your corner, it’s never too late to find that special someone.

Learn more about SilverSingles

8. Sapio

Price | Free, can purchase “coins” for additional likes
Perks | Q&A match system, free to use
Best For | Those looking for beauty and brains

If you were a fan of the New York Times’ 36 Questions, you’ll be obsessed with Sapio. This app isn’t just about pretty faces—it’s about mixing beauty and intellect. First, users answer thoughtful questions like what they take the most pride in or how they can be the best versions of themselves. Then, with the app’s Q&A match system, they’ll be matched with those who align with their lived experiences and genuine passions. Plus, it’s free to use with up to 100 likes a day and offers the option to purchase coins for additional likes. We’re excited about Sapio because online dating could (and should) be way more than just hookups and hangouts.

Learn more about Sapio

9. LOLO

Price | Free, premium plans available (starting at $19/mo)
Perks | Conversation starters, “Hearts” expansion option
Best For | Playful, unconventional meeting

When it comes to dating, a lot of pressure is put on opening lines, so LOLO is taking a different—and much more fun—approach. Previously known as XO, this app uses games and icebreakers, allowing singles to meet new people a few ways: through a mutual “like”; a Blind Date (which lets you play a game and exchange messages before you see each other’s profiles); or at Random (which connects you with someone from anywhere in the world). A Premium membership adds a few perks, including being able to return to a profile if you want a second chance, and if you buy “Hearts”—$6.99 for five—you can send one to show that you’re truly interested.

Learn more about LOLO

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To help us with our political education, we’re hitting the books. Depending on when and where you went to school, you may remember American Government and politics textbooks as dense and boring (did anyone actually read those things?), which is why we’ve decided to approach this roundup a bit differently. 

You’ll notice this list is a bit unconventional, and it doesn’t include your textbook from college. That’s because we think political education materials should feel accessible, inclusive, and (dare we say) fun. 

The following books show us that political education can be both entertaining and informative—in fact, one is even hailed as a “gripping page-turner.” From nonpartisan guides and illustration books to a YA novel and NYT Bestseller, here’s your reading list to help you feel ready and empowered for every election.

And for more accessible political content, check out our guides for How To Read A Ballot, How To Vote By Mail, and How To Fact-Check Media. Happy reading (and voting)!

1. What You Should Know about Politics . . . But Don’t

Author | Jessamyn Conrad 

In the fourth edition of What You Should Know about Politics…But Don’t: A Nonpartisan Guide to the Issues That Matter, Jessamyn Conrad breaks down all the issues and parties without any bias or persuasive writing. Conrad is a senior consultant and the daughter of a former North Dakota senator, and she claims to have no party affiliation and is deeply critical of the current system. This book has received praise from both sides of the aisle and is an excellent resource for understanding politics.

Price | $17, or find secondhand

Review | “Engaging…An invaluable tool for all of us who yearn to move beyond the confusing level of political discussion in our contentious era…An intelligent nonpartisan guide.” –Doris Kearns Goodwin, Historian and Author

2. She Votes

Author | Bridget Quinn

This book of intersectional stories is about the women who won suffrage, as well as those who have had to continue to fight for equality. From historian Bridget Quinn, She Votes: How U.S. Women Won Suffrage, and What Happened Next highlights 100 women artists. It’s an essential and empowering read that should be on everyone’s shelf.

Price | $35, or find secondhand

Review | “Wise, wry, and exuberant, Bridget Quinn’s She Votes takes us through the tumultuous battle for women’s voting rights. The original artwork dazzles. It’s an inspiring call to action and the celebration that the centennial deserves.” –Vanessa Hua, Journalist and Author

3. What You Need To Know About Voting—And Why

Author | Kim Wehle

Kim Wehle is a legal expert, CBS News analyst, and professor of law. In her latest book, What You Need To Know About Voting—And Why, she thoroughly explains the American voting system, from registration to counting votes. Wehle also explores voter-related issues like foreign interference, the influence of PACs, and voter suppression. Using accessible language and covering some of the most basic but misunderstood democracy-related questions, this book is a great primer leading up to an election.

Price | $18, or find secondhand

Review | “Now, more than ever,  Americans are realizing that their votes count. Kim Wehle’s excellent guide tells you everything you need to know about the laws governing our greatest right and privilege.”  –Norah O’Donnell, Anchor and Managing Editor, CBS Evening News

4. The New Jim Crow

Author | Michelle Alexander

To better understand politics in the United States, it’s also essential that we examine the American justice system—with all its successes and failures. The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness is a scrutinizing assessment of the criminal justice system and racial discrimination. Written by highly esteemed civil rights lawyer, advocate, and legal scholar Michelle Alexander, this New York Times Bestseller has been hailed one of the most important reads of the 21st century, so much so that its required reading on campuses across the country. 

Price | $19, or find secondhand

Review | “A must-read for anyone who is serious about understanding the current state of law, order and justice.” –Lauren C., Goodreads Review

5. The Woman’s Hour

Author | Elaine Weiss

Another book to celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the women’s suffrage movement, this one is a gripping page-turner. The Woman’s Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote is written by award-winning journalist and writer Elaine Weiss, and she describes the final days and hours leading up to the historic victory. Grab a copy to commemorate the anniversary and to learn more about women’s suffrage.

Price | $18, or find secondhand

Review | “[Weiss] never shies away from the complicating issue of race; the frequent conflict and occasional sabotage that occurred between women’s suffrage activists and the leaders of the nascent civil rights movement make for some of the most fascinating material in the book.” –Margot Lee Shetterly, Author

6. The Voting Booth

Author | Brandy Colbert

American political books don’t have to be limited to biographies and historical nonfiction, as award-winning author Brandy Colbert has so wonderfully demonstrated in her most recent YA novel. Following the story of two teenagers on voting day, the novel illuminates the more problematic aspects of the American voting system, including voter suppression. The Voting Booth is excellent for first-time voters and emphasizes the importance of civic engagement and voting. It’s the perfect read for anyone preparing to vote in their first election. 

Price | $19, or find secondhand

Review | “Marva and Duke are real, relatable, and oh so easy to fall in love with. The well-paced story is one our country needs right now.” –Sarah K., Goodreads Review

7. The Politics Book

Publisher | DK Books

As part of its Big Ideas Simply Explained book series, DK Books has published a clear and simple political guide, complete with graphics, quotes, and accessible text. It includes ancient philosophers (like Confucius) to the voices shaping modern politics (like Malcolm X) and everyone in between. With more than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the history of political thought, The Politics Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained is an informative read for anyone wondering how politics works. 

Price | $18, or find secondhand

Review | “With easy-to-follow graphics, succinct quotations, and accessible text, The Politics Book is an essential reference for students and anyone wondering how politics works.” –Politico.com

What are you reading, listening to, and watching to stay politically informed? Share in the comments below!

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Netflix And…Learn?

In the bytes-and-pixels-dominated era of streaming entertainment, “Netflix and chill” has become a verb for describing Friday nights with a glass of wine in hand. But did you know your streaming platforms also have a treasure trove of content for the consciously minded global citizen?

Get ready to add all of these docs to your watch list to make you think, feel, and become more informed about a wide variety of topics. Netflix isn’t just for streaming Friends, but also for educating yourself about sustainability or immersing yourself in places as far-flung as the Democratic Republic of Congo. Here are 11 of our top picks of what to watch online now—the conscious edition.

If you’re crunched for time, here are our recommendations for conscious docuseries!

1. The Social Dilemma

Documentary | 1h 34m

You have a new notification: you’re being mined. At least, that’s what the creators of social media are cautioning in this chilling documentary on Netflix, “The Social Dilemma.” From the creator of the “like” button to Google data ethicists, some of Silicon Valley’s greatest minds speak out on the Frankensteinian nature of social media that preys on users’ mental health and addiction, and now threatens our democracy. One thing’s for sure: after watching this documentary, you’ll want to go through your privacy settings with a fine-toothed comb.

WATCH ON NETFLIX

2. Sidney

Documentary | 1h 51m

Produced by Oprah Winfrey and Directed by Academy Award Nominee Reginald Hudlin, “Sidney” tells the story of actor, filmmaker, and activist Sidney Poitier. The film features powerful anecdotes from icons like Morgan Freeman, Quincy Jones, and Barbra Streisand, but the best stories come from Poitier himself. From growing up in Cat Island, Bahamas, to his journey to America in the 1940s, he describes how the context of place altered his identity, introducing racism into his life for the first time. The bizarre and devastating tension between Poitier’s growing stardom amidst America’s Civil Rights Movement is poignantly captured in this moving tribute, allowing for deep reflection on the social constructs we uphold and what we allow to be true.

WATCH ON APPLE TV+

3. Chasing Coral

Documentary | 1h 29m

SPF queens, gather around. “Chasing Coral” is a Sundance Film Festival-winning documentary showcasing the stunning beauty of coral reefs in technicolor—and the dramatic destruction of these complex animals due to climate change and pollution. Threatened by chemicals like oxybenzone and octinoxate found in sunscreens, coral reefs are being bleached white, leaving behind skeletons and a hole in the local ecosystem. It’s estimated more than 90 percent of coral will become extinct by 2050. If you’re not already a mineral sunscreen user, you will be after watching this environmental film. 

WATCH ON NETFLIX

4. Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution

Documentary | 1h 48m

Universally acclaimed, “Crip Camp” is a documentary about a 1971 summer camp (Camp Jened) that was touted as a kind of Woodstock; it became associated with a magical summer that led to disability rights activism and the fight for accessibility legislation. Poignant and moving, Barack and Michelle Obama’s production company were the executive producers on this film, which won the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival.

WATCH ON NETFLIX

5. Brave Blue World

Documentary | 50m

Matt Damon, clean water activist and the co-founder of water.org, teams up with other celebrities, including Liam Neeson and Jaden Smith, in this documentary about the water crisis. By 2025, the UN estimates that 1.8 billion people will be living in water-stressed regions. From reuse to energy generation, the film explores different innovations around the world that help build a future for sustainable water. “Brave Blue World” is meant to inspire and uplift: we can all be part of changing the world and ensuring clean water is accessible for everyone. 

WATCH ON NETFLIX

6. Slay the Dragon

Documentary | 1h 41m

Don’t be fooled by the title—the dragon in this fascinating and vital documentary isn’t a fire-breathing beast but the longstanding practice of resetting district boundaries to impact election results (aka gerrymandering). The film makes a case for how the practice is a direct threat to democracy and only serves to keep those in power at the top. As we gear up for another contentious election season, this is probably the political doc to watch.

Watch on Hulu

7. I Am Greta

Documentary | 1h 37m

For anyone who was moved by Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg’s 2019 UN Climate Action Summit speech where she demanded “How dare you?” to world leaders for their inaction on climate change, this is the doc for you. Follow the passionate activist as she demands urgent action on the climate crisis, and get inspired to join the fight yourself. 

WATCH ON HULU

8. My Octopus Teacher

Documentary | 1h 25m

This Netflix documentary follows filmmaker Craig Foster for the year he spent befriending a wild octopus in a South African kelp forest. Beautiful, mindful, and moving, this film was instantly beloved by audiences after its debut for its heartfelt storytelling about the healing powers of the natural world. 

WATCH ON NETFLIX

9. City of Joy

Documentary | 1h 16m

This documentary explores the lingering aftermath of war-torn Eastern Congo for many surviving women, and how they turned a dark reality into light. Bound to remind you of the world-at-large, “City of Joy” is a heart-wrenching yet beautiful testimony of how Congolese women are starting their own grassroots movement to create a safe haven and rise up. Since the organization opened its doors, over 1,000 women have healed and graduated to go back to their communities as leaders. 

WATCH ON NETFLIX

10. Human Flow

Documentary | 2h 20m

From artist Ai Weiwei, this doc about the global refugee crisis will leave you speechless. The film is a tribute to the people in the trenches—volunteers, doctors, relief workers—fighting to give refugees fleeing unlivable conditions the dignity and respect they deserve. More than a documentary, the film is a call to action, asking the viewer to consider the efforts they would be willing to put forth to protect innocent people from danger. Moving, compassionate, and at times tragic, Human Flow investigates the borders we keep, and when they are worth breaching.

WATCH ON PRIME

11.  The Janes

Documentary | 1h 41m

Set in the 1960’s, this film tells the story of the underground Abortion Counseling Service of Women’s Liberation, known simply as “The Janes.” Based in Chicago but serving all across the Midwest, The Janes provided abortions to 11,000 women from 1969 to 1972. Through frank interviews of Janes going on the record for the first time (some had never even come out to their families!), this doc showcases the vital and dangerous work of providing reproductive healthcare in a time when abortion was illegal.

WATCH ON HBOMAX

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How can we cultivate resilience?

In the Tierra del Fuego region in southern Argentina, the land is wild and exposed to the elements. Though technically an archipelago that’s separated by the Strait of Magellan, the main island is reachable by car and is the farthest point south one can travel in the world without needing a boat. It’s a place where the water creeps into the forest floor, creating bogs and wetlands, and the peaks soar above glaciers. 

It’s also a place where the trees grow sideways. Called arboles banderas (or ‘tree flags’), they are sculpted and shaped by the strong winds, which can reach upwards of 70 mph. But rather than resisting the inhospitable weather, the trees surrender. They bend their branches, growing horizontal and twisted, seeping their roots deep into the soil. Through years of endurance, they have learned to adapt to their environment.

I’m a lover of metaphor and symbolism, and, recently, I’ve been thinking about these trees more often. When I saw them in person years ago, I was taken aback by how majestic and surprising they appeared. With coiled trunks and crooked branches, it seemed impossible that they were still standing. Yet there they were. Even as the leaves tousled in the wind, the trunks remained solid and steadfast. The wind had made them even stronger.

Resilience, as defined by The American Psychological Association, is “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress.” Likewise, The Canadian Journal of Psychology explains it as “positive adaption, or the ability to maintain or regain mental health, despite experiencing adversity.”

While research suggests resilience may be woven into our DNA, and that certain people are more likely to adapt to challenging environments, it’s also a posture that can be cultivated. But how?

We Rely On Our Communities 

According to the APA, the road to resilience is not an easy one, and “it’s likely to involve considerable emotional distress.” Mental health professionals emphasize the importance of cultivating resilience through practices like trauma-informed care and community support. Just as we need each other for support during traumatic experiences, we need our communities in the aftermath.

In a recent study published by Urban Forest & Urban Greenery, researchers found that community gardens helped foster community resilience after an earthquake. Not only do gardens offer social support, but they can help minimize food insecurity for those most impacted by natural disasters. The study also notes the gardens as a place to “de-stress, share experiences, and gain community support.” Others have made similar findings, arguing that gardens may strengthen “psychosocial resilience after a disaster.”

“In order to navigate unforeseen challenges and to rise above our circumstances, it’s often helpful to lean on others and to provide support to them in return,” says Saba Harouni Lurie, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Certified Art Therapist. “Resilient communities use available resources to get through dark times. We can foster resilience with the people around us by getting creative together and helping each other get through.”

We Share Our Stories

There is power in storytelling, and healing can happen when we release the stories we carry. Carrie Krawiec, LMFT at Birmingham Medical Clinic, says that resilience is strengthened when we share our narratives with one another. 

“In research of families following horrors like the Holocaust, [those] with a pattern of sharing stories of things that had happened were more resilient in subsequent generations […],” she says. 

“In families where the pattern was to sweep [things] under a rug or push down these stories for fear they would be too upsetting, there was shame and avoidance of difficulty. And when difficulty happened, it would feel like there was no well with which to pull resilience from.”

We can build resilience by sharing our narratives and acting as a witness to others. This includes listening, validating, and holding space for our loved ones to safely express their feelings and experiences. Of course we can’t do this for everyone—and emotional boundaries are important as we all learn to heal together. Talk or group therapy can also be a helpful avenue for processing narratives in a safe setting. 

We Return To Ourselves

Finally, we become more resilient when we return to ourselves. There is an urgency here—not only to survive and adapt but to turn inward. A crucial part of cultivating resilience is refusing to allow our circumstances to change our spirits.

For me, this comes back to rooting myself in peace that isn’t determined by the world around me. I return to myself through writing, through time spent in nature, and through spiritual practices. These are things I can count on regardless of how my world is shifting, for better or for worse.

I remember growing up, my dad would always emphasize the difference between happiness and joy. “Happiness is a verb, and it’s fleeting,” he would tell me, “But joy is a posture of the spirit, and it runs deep. Nothing can steal your joy unless you let it.”  

While these words can sound and feel empty at times, especially in the midst of pain and grief, they are also a reminder that I can choose joy and peace. It’s up to me.

The human spirit is strong. We are capable of withstanding the hardest of circumstances. History has taught us this, and so have the past few years. We are more resilient than we believe ourselves to be. We can do hard things, and we can keep moving forward. 

My hope is that we will find our way through, that we will learn to bend like trees. When the winds feel impossible, we will cling to each other and reach our roots deeper into the soil. And then we will continue to grow.

Kayti Christian (she/her) is a Senior Editor at The Good Trade. She has a Master’s in Nonfiction Writing from the University of London and is the creator of Feelings Not Aside, a newsletter for sensitive people.

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Books that help us feel at home in our bodies.

How we connect with our bodies changes during different stages of life: whether we are back on the dating scene after a long-term relationship has ended, exploring new sides of our sexuality after having a baby, or facing some internalized shame that is suddenly causing intimacy road blocks, the evolution of our relationships with our bodies and sexual desires is a lifelong journey.

These books thread into a feminist view of radical self-love and deeply honor feminine energy and sexuality. Written by authors we admire—including psychologists, OBGYNs, and doulas—these books are reframing the narrative and helping us feel at home in our bodies.

As you explore your interests and spend more time thinking about self-pleasure, be sure to check out our guide for sleek sex toys (and the best natural lubes to go with them) for a total refresh!

1. Come As You Are 

Author | Emily Nagoski

Dr. Emily Nagoski is like your nerdy, sciency best friend. Pairing scientific studies with humor, she takes readers on a curious exploration and explains how psychology impacts sexual desires. Backed by modern science, Nagoski opens the door to our unique sexuality, and she removes judgment, helping us understand our anatomy, as well as the ways we find arousal. 

Review | “Emily Nagoski has written one of the most important books about sex any woman (or anybody else) could ever pick up, full of insights that are both fascinating and deeply useful.” — Carol Queen, Ph.D., Founding Director, Center for Sex & Culture

Price | $18.99

2. The Body is Not an Apology

Author | Sonya Renee Taylor

Sonya Renee Taylor is an activist and poet. In “The Body is Not an Apology,” she guides readers through new ways of awakening love for the body and dismantles shame created by society. Taylor’s book invites us to find peace in these beautiful bodies we were born with. 

Review | “I thought I had a very positive relationship with my body until I read this, and the new perspectives this book gave me helped me think differently. The Body is Not an Apology is definitely a book I’ll be referencing often and one whose message will stick with me for a long time.” — Julie Anna from Sincerely Juliana

Price | $18.95

3. Becoming Cliterate

Author | Laurie Mintz 

The name of this book says it all. Using science-backed research, Dr. Laurie Mintz invites us to explore how we receive pleasure. She argues that women’s anatomy requires a different approach for reaching orgasm, and she goes through the history, anatomy, and techniques for clitoral arousal, as opposed to intercourse. As a bonus, the final chapter is dedicated to men. 

Review | “This read doesn’t just zero in on the politics of pleasure inequality, it also offers up solutions that help the reader become more hands on (literally) with their own sexuality.” — Bust Magazine

Price | $12.99

4. Queer Sex

Author | Juno Roche

Juno Roche’s book offers an educational and transparent look into gender—especially as it shows up in sexuality. Written through the lens of the trans and queer community, it creates space for an essential conversation while also encouraging a broader look at the vast landscape that is intimacy. Roche helps readers explore intimacy and develop a deeper understanding of what sex means for all bodies. 

Review | “Queer Sex is an audacious and inspiring challenge to a system that shames trans bodies and desires. Roche’s words are a gift to anyone looking to open their minds and fall in love with the possibilities of love.” — CN Lester, musician and author of “Trans Like Me”

Price | $19.95

5. Doing It!: Let’s Talk About Sex

Author | Hannah Witton 

Targeted at a younger audience, “Doing It!” is for anyone beginning to learn about sex and what it means to them (ages 14+). This book is a wonderful starting point to help empower teens in their relationships and self-confidence. Hannah Witton also hosts a YouTube channel where she has honest and funny conversations about sex, adolescence, and being a woman.

Review | “The writing is frank and informative and suited for young adults of the 21st century. This book is not preachy, instead reading as if it was written by an extremely approachable sex ed teacher who is addressing questions from the anonymous “Question Box.”…an excellent resource for health curricula and is a must-have for libraries serving young adults.” — School Library Connection

Price | $10.99

6. Love Your Lady Landscape

Author | Lisa Lister

This book acts as a how-to manual for various areas of a woman’s life. Lisa Lister helps the reader reconnect with feminine wisdom through exercises that realign desires. She teaches earth-based spirituality, movement, dance, and breath-work, offering tools for reconnecting to the feminine. Lister also explores menstrual cycles and teaches readers how to be synced to the rhythms in nature. 

Review | “Lisa Lister doesn’t mess around. She’s here to break boundaries and barriers that have been created by what society defines ‘normal’ and in turn, remind us what’s real.” — Kyle Gray, Bestselling Author of “Angel Prayers”

Price | $20.99

7. Pleasure Activism

Author | adrienne maree brown

A powerful collection of essays, this book covers a wide range of critical topics, including sex work, orgasms, and sexuality. Rooted in honest essays from women’s rights activist and black feminist thinker, adrienne maree brown, “Pleasure Activism” pulls from black feminist traditions while weaving in conversations and insights from the likes of Cara Page and Audre Lorde. Read this one for new narratives surrounding important subject matters, as well as for critical insights about how humans can experience pleasure in everything. 

Review | “[adrienne maree brown] continues to stake her claim as one of our most critical thinkers and strategists by intentionally combining the power of story-telling with practical applications to help readers conjure their own definition of pleasure and how it is inextricably linked to every part of our existence.” — Monica Simpson, SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective

Price | $20

8. The Vagina Bible

Author | Jennifer Gunter

Dr. Jennifer Gunter is a gynecologist, OB/GYN, and passionate advocate for women’s health. Her newly released book (Aug 2019) is a tell-all of sorts and answers every question you’ve ever had about vaginas. Using her knowledge and experience, she writes with clarity about the sometimes confusing and strange things going on with the female body. Don’t miss the chapter on clitoris anatomy, or the one debunking the “g-spot” myth. 

Review | “Dr. Jen Gunter is a fountain of critically important information and she’s funny as hell. Buy this book if you have a vagina or if you spend any time at all in reasonably close proximity to one.” — Ayelet Waldman, New York Times Bestselling Author of “A Really Good Day”

Price | $18.95

9. The Pleasure Gap

Author | Katherine Rowland

Using the insight she’s gained from hundreds of interviews with women and health care professionals, Katherine Rowland explores “our culture’s relationship with women’s sexual expression” in her newly released book (February 2020). Rowland argues that low libido and sexual desire are much more complex than society has painted them to be, and she aims to discuss this honestly while exploring how we can find enlightenment and freedom in sexual expression. 

Review | “Rowland skillfully synthesizes many different ideas and approaches, and encourages women to embrace a broader understanding of their own sexual desire as an ongoing process of self-discovery and self-assertion.” ― Publishers Weekly

Price | $28

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Women’s Podcasts We Love

Whether we’re commuting or relaxing in our local park, we enjoy podcasts for our daily dose of inspiration, insight, and humor. We specifically love podcasts hosted by women and for women on the topics most relevant to our daily lives. Below you will find a lineup of incredible shows hosted by inspiring women leaders. Each podcast differs in approach and covers a variety of topics, offering something for everyone.

For even more podcasts, check out our favorite women’s health podcasts. 🎧

1. We Can Do Hard Things

Listen For | Honest talk about the hard stuff
Where To Tune In | Apple Podcasts, Spotify

Glennon Doyle started this podcast after her mantra “We can do hard things” from her bestselling 2020 memoir Untamed went viral during the pandemic. With her wife Abby Wambach and sister Amanda Doyle, the women hosts confront all the hard stuff of life– from breakups to addiction to abortion– with honesty, openness, and hope. They answer listener questions each week and bring in guests to help talk out some of the tougher things women face with the kind of frankness that has made their podcast a favorite for millions. 

Reviews | “These three podcast hosts – Glennon, Abby and Amanda (sister) are incredible! This podcast is raw and real and funny and oh so needed in these times we all find ourselves in. There is a reason we all love them. They are the best friends we all wish we had. I look forward to laughing , crying, breathing and relating to these fellow humans.” -YaYa Yogi KC, Apple Podcast Review

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2. The Highest Self

Listen For | Conversations with thought-leaders on topics ranging from women’s health and wellness to career advice
Where To Tune In | Apple Podcasts, Spotify

Author and Coach, Sahara Rose takes her listeners under her arm to explore all that “makes you, your soul’s highest evolvement.” She goes deep into human existence through heart-led conversations with spiritual teachers, thought-leaders, and health coaches. Each episode is meant to feel like a conversation with a best friend that leaves you feeling full and inspired to be your best self.

Reviews | “I LOVE The Highest Self Podcast! It has been such a powerful and transformative podcast for me over the years. Sahara’s wisdom, authenticity, compassion, and dharma infuse each episode.” – Anna Marie F, Apple Podcast Review

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3. The Hey Girl Podcast

Listen For | Candid storytelling from phenomenal women
Where To Tune In | Apple Podcasts, Spotify

Author Alex Elle created The Hey Girl Podcast to embrace sisterhood and tell stories. Since its launch, she’s invited the women who inspire her to have intimate conversations, including illustrators, Ayurvedic chefs, Olympic fencers, and The Good Trade’s very own co-founder, AmyAnn! Listen for discussions on everything from sexual health and civil rights to collective grief and ancestral guidance.

Reviews | “I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every discussion that I’ve listened to, they all leave me feeling inspired and nourished.” – Caroline Kelley, iTunes

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4. Black Girl in Om

Listen For | Wellness-based conversations for Black women and women of color
Where To Tune In | Apple Podcasts, Spotify

In this podcast, founder and host Lauren Ash sits with guests from various industries to talk about all things self-care and self-love for Black women and women of color. Even though it’s no longer in production, you can check out the archives to catch discussions with Rachel Cargle, Erica Chidi-Cohen, Kenesha Sneed, and more about sexual liberation, the importance of a support system, and how to create space for abundance.

Reviews | “These conversations are deep and important… and the energy in which they are held is incredibly nourishing!” – Amanda L, iTunes Review

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5. The Broad Experience

Listen For | Thoughtful discussions about women in the workplace
Where To Tune In | Apple Podcasts, Spotify

British-American journalist Ashley Milne-Tyte explores glass ceilings and women in the workplace in her award-winning podcast. The show is named after the decades-old slang term for “woman” in US English as a way to reclaim the word—and it’s doing just that. Tune in for insightful interviews and inspiring dialogue about women in the workplace.

Reviews | “Ashley’s journalistic tenacity delivers off-beat and unique stories that intrigue and excite! This is not another dull career advice podcast. Each episode is thought-provoking and inspiring!” – Amber B, iTunes Review

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6. The Patrauma Party

Listen For | Mental health support and education 
Where To Tune In | Apple Podcasts, Spotify

The host of this podcast, Remy Ramirez, is an astrologer and published writer. Each episode focuses on transparent conversations helping listeners to feel seen in pain that can oftentimes leave us feeling most alone. She speaks to experts on topics ranging from the patriarchy, grief, intergenerational trauma, how to set boundaries, and so much more.  

Reviews | “Remy’s story-telling style and bare-all honesty combined with the experience and insights from her practitioner guests are a beautiful combo…these episodes create that just-right place of sharing that helps me see my own behaviors and an exploration of healing that gives me hope.” – KatWitt, Apple Podcast Review

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7. Life, I Swear

Listen For | Stories, insights, and reflections from Black women
Where To Tune In | Apple Podcasts, Spotify

In this podcast, Chloe Dulce Louvouezo interviews Black women and centers their personal stories that offer universal insight. Listen for vulnerable reflections from Black women about trials in their lives that have helped them heal, connect, and process.

Reviews | “I am so grateful for this platform. I’ve learned so much from each of these episodes. What has been most refreshing is the transparency, vulnerability and honesty in each of these conversations. A space where Black women can be honest, share and be vulnerable with each other is a breath of fresh air.” – Rai M, iTunes Review

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8. The Twelfth House

Listen For | Conversations about all the things that go unseen in the wellness world
Where To Tune In | Apple Podcasts, Spotify

Brought to listeners by Holisticism, this podcast sheds light on the unseen aspects of wellness, intuitive business, and spirituality. Hosted by Michelle Pellizzon, it includes interviews with special guests and resources to help women (and really everyone!) connect with their most intuitive and magical selves.

Reviews | “The only podcast I know where the conversation effortlessly weaves together skincare, European witch hunts, the rise of patriarchal capitalism, and practical business advice for women.” – Stephanie R., iTunes Review

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9. Unf*ck Your Brain

Listen For | If you’ve ever felt unqualified despite your accomplishments and success
Where To Tune In | Apple Podcasts, Spotify

This podcast is for anyone struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome. Especially for women who have accomplished a lot professionally, we sometimes struggle with an internal critic that tells us we’re unqualified. This podcast is all about unf*cking your brain from these patriarchal narratives and more.

Reviews | “I’ve been listening to Kara’s podcast for 3+ years. She is so wise and explains things in a way that feel relevant and reachable.” – Mary J., iTunes Review

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