Here Women Talk
Here Women Talk was created in 2010 by founder, Kay Van Hoesen to give women from every background an opportunity to speak and to be heard. Her statement. “No Topic is Taboo” fueled enthusiasm and created an energy that has filled this site with some of the most interesting, varied, and unique content on the internet. Here Women Talk is serious, edgy, funny, and entertaining. The group of contributors here have engaged in everything from creating their own podcast network to helping to free a trafficked teen. The common thread of support for each other has united this group regardless of religion, politics, or sexual preference. If you want be part of the energy and become a contributor that fuels Here Women Talk, let us know at https://herewomentalk.com/contact-us/
Here Women Talk Podcasts
Unleashing Creativity: How AI Empowers Women to Find Their Voice
Writing used to feel like a club with a velvet rope—open only to those with fancy degrees, endless time, or a born gift for words. But what about the rest of us? The women with blazing opinions, hidden stories, and truths itching to break free? Artificial intelligence is crashing that party. Tools like Grok and ChatGPT are handing everyday...
Could You Spot a Trafficking Victim in Your Daily Life?
Human trafficking doesn’t always look like the movies—no shadowy vans or dramatic abductions. Often, it’s a quiet trap, hiding in plain sight: a scared girl at a truck stop, a teen glued to a controlling “boyfriend,” a worker who can’t leave. At Here Women Talk, we’ve seen it firsthand—years back, during our “Trafficked” podcast with Dottie...
Breaking the Silence: Why Women Are Finally Talking About Money
For generations, money was a taboo topic among women. In 2025, that silence is breaking—and financial empowerment is taking center stage. Money has long been considered a “don’t go there” topic in polite conversation—especially among women. Whether rooted in cultural expectations, family dynamics, or societal pressure, financial talk was often...
Women at War: How Conflict Zones Are Impacting Women and Girls Around the World
From displacement and sexual violence to leadership and resilience, women and girls are uniquely affected by war. Here’s how—and what’s being done. War doesn’t treat everyone the same.And when violence erupts—whether through civil unrest, political instability, or full-scale invasion—it’s often women and girls who suffer the most. While they may...
The Long Game: What We Know (and Don’t) About the Long-Term Effects of Ozempic and Wegovy
Ozempic and Wegovy may offer short-term weight loss, but what about the long-term effects? Here’s what emerging research and real users are revealing. They’ve been called miracle drugs.They’ve been hailed as the end of obesity.But Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and similar GLP-1 medications are now raising a crucial question: What happens after the...
Anxiety in the Age of Overwhelm: How Women Are Finding Calm in Chaos
Anxiety levels are rising, especially among women. Here's why—and how women are finding calm, control, and clarity in a world that won’t slow down. If you feel like you're always one step away from burnout, you're not imagining it. Anxiety is on the rise, and women are feeling it most. Between work, family, global instability, social media, and...
What It Means to Be a Woman Online in 2025
From digital harassment to AI beauty filters and disappearing privacy, women face a new frontier online. Here’s how they’re navigating it—and reclaiming control. In 2025, the digital world is more immersive than ever—and for women, it’s also more complex. What began as a place to connect, share, and grow has become both empowering and, at times,...
The Rise of the Female Creator Economy: From Side Hustles to Six Figures
Women are redefining entrepreneurship through the creator economy—turning passions into profits on their own terms. Here's how they’re doing it. Not long ago, the term “influencer” felt like a trend. Now, it’s a business model—and women are dominating the space. Welcome to the creator economy, where individuals build income through content...
Chic Flip Flops That Hide Bunions
Come summer, I live in flip flops. But if you’re like me, you hate exposing your feet. The comfort of flip flops is offset by the pain of people staring at my ugly bunions and toes. Or at least, I think they’re staring. Not anymore. Now I wear flip flops that not only disguise my imperfections but also give me confidence to show my feet. It’s...
The Elephant in the Locker Room: What Women Say About Trans Inclusion in Sports
As the debate over trans inclusion in women’s sports and spaces heats up, more women are breaking their silence. Here’s what some are saying—and why it matters. For years, the conversation around transgender inclusion in women’s sports and private spaces has simmered just under the surface—policed by fear, shame, and a cultural pressure to "be...
Roe, Rights, and the Reality for Women Today
The fall of Roe v. Wade reshaped reproductive rights in America. Here's how women are navigating the new landscape and continuing the fight for autonomy. In June 2022, Roe v. Wade was overturned, ending nearly 50 years of federal protection for abortion rights in the United States. What followed was swift and chaotic—a patchwork of state laws,...
The Power of Saying No: Why Women Are Rejecting People-Pleasing Culture
More women are setting boundaries and walking away from people-pleasing behavior. Here's what’s behind this cultural shift—and what it means for mental health. In a culture that has long rewarded women for being agreeable, self-sacrificing, and relentlessly available, a quiet but powerful movement is underway. Women across generations are...
