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Girls, Girls, Girls: “The Bad Friend” Episode Recap
Much of Girls so far has dealt with romantic relationships. But in last night’s episode, “Bad Friend,” the drama centered on the hard work of handling friendships. Namely, best friendships. The tension that has been simmering between Hannah and Marnie since the beginning of this... Read more »
On Publicity, with Jaym Gates
“There’s still the sense that publicity is kind of the new kid on the block. It’s really not well-respected in any business, which is too bad, but in publishing and gaming, it’s definitely the bottom of the heap. “
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Taking Care of Business
It’s surprising that we currently have so few female entrepreneurs on TV. In real life, women-owned businesses grew by 20 percent from 1997 and 2002. Sadly, the jump in female entrepreneurs hasn’t been reflected on... Read more »
This Bridge Called My Back and the Backs We All Stand on
The new year, as well as the 50 that have passed since Martin Luther King Jr.'s “I have a Dream” speech, is a reminder to look at the women who came before us in the ivory towers of academia.
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The Ballad of the Unpaid Intern
Onscreen, women struggle as unpaid interns but are saved by, in April’s case, a surprise job opportunity in season two of Parks and Recreation. But in real life, about one in six 18-24 year-olds are... Read more »
With a Little Help From Our Friends
Every time I want to quit gaming—writing games, playing games, writing about them—my friends are there to remind me that bullshit does not last forever.
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Ms. Opinionated: All the Advice You Asked For, and Some You Didn't
Welcome to the latest installment of Ms. Opinionated, in which readers have questions about the pesky day-to-day choices we all face, and I give advice about how to make ones that (hopefully) best reflect our shared commitment to feminist values—as well as advice on what to do when they don’... Read more »
What's a "Real Mom," Elizabeth Banks?
Actress Elizabeth Banks inserted her foot far back into the reaches of her mouth recently while discussing motherhood with People magazine. The Hunger Games star shared her thoughts on becoming... Read more »
Sex and the Working Girl
While using your feminine wiles in the office is your prerogative, I propose that it’s more psychologically and financially rewarding to sell yourself without, ahem, selling yourself.
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