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
Sisterhood in Action: How Women-Led Networks Are Fighting Injustice—From Local to Global
From grassroots activism to global advocacy, women-led networks are changing the world one community at a time. Throughout history, women have relied on community to create change. Today, that tradition continues with a new wave of women-led networks that are tackling everything from trafficking and domestic violence to economic inequality and...
Modern Feminism and the Fight for All Women: Bridging Generational and Cultural Divides
Feminism is evolving. Here's how today’s women are bridging gaps across age, race, and ideology to create a more inclusive movement. The word “feminism” means different things to different people. For some, it evokes memories of bra-burning activism. For others, it’s an Instagram hashtag. But at its core, feminism has always been about one thing:...
The Midlife Confidence Surge: Why Women Are Hitting Their Stride After 50
Aging isn’t the end—it’s a beginning. Women over 50 are embracing power, purpose, and confidence like never before. INTRO:There’s something magical about 50. It’s not just a number—it’s a turning point. Far from fading into the background, women in their 50s, 60s, and beyond are stepping into boldness. They’re changing careers, starting...
Digital Self-Defense: How to Protect Your Identity, Privacy, and Peace Online
Learn practical tips to protect yourself from scams, identity theft, and online harassment with a women-centered guide to digital safety. INTRO:The internet connects us—but it can also expose us. Women are more likely to be targets of online harassment, scams, identity theft, and doxxing. Whether you're managing a business, sharing family photos,...
How to Spot the Signs of Human Trafficking in Your Own Community
Human trafficking is hiding in plain sight. Learn the red flags and what to do if you suspect someone is being trafficked. INTRO:When we think of human trafficking, we often imagine dark corners of the world far removed from our own communities. But the truth is, it’s happening in our backyards—sometimes in plain sight. Traffickers rely on...
How Trump Split the Feminist Movement
Once a united front, the feminist movement is now deeply divided—and Donald Trump may be the biggest catalyst. Here's how one man fractured a decades-old alliance. In the early 2010s, feminism felt like a force.It was cool again. Popular. Even commercialized. #GirlBoss mugs, pop-star empowerment anthems, and women flooding the workforce with...
Behind the Curtain: How Schools and Youth Leagues Are Quietly Rewriting the Rules of Women’s Sports
Across the country, schools and athletic associations are allowing biological males in girls’ sports—often without informing parents. Here's what's happening behind the scenes. If you’re a parent who assumes you’d be notified before your daughter is expected to share a locker room with a biological male—or compete against one on the field—think...
From Burnout to Balance: How Women Are Ditching the Hustle and Embracing Rest
If there’s one thing women know how to do, it’s push through. Push through exhaustion. Push through overwhelm. Push through all the plates we keep spinning—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. But lately, something’s shifted. More and more women are saying enough to the constant grind and starting to ask a radical question:What if rest...
Human Trafficking in 2025: How It’s Changed and Why Awareness Still Matters
The topic of human trafficking lit a fire in the hearts of our readers back in the beginning days of HWT—and for good reason. The idea that someone, often a child or vulnerable woman, could be forced, coerced, or manipulated into exploitation right under our noses was chilling. It still is. Fifteen years later, the issue hasn’t disappeared—it’s...
Survivor Voices: Stories of Strength and Survival After Human Trafficking
Real stories from human trafficking survivors that inspire hope, strength, and healing. INTRO:Behind every statistic is a human being—someone who lived through unspeakable pain, yet found the courage to reclaim their life. Human trafficking survivors are not just victims; they’re fighters, advocates, and heroes in their own right. Their stories...
Reclaiming Your Time: The Rise of Quiet Empowerment Among Women Over 40
Women over 40 are taking back control of their time, energy, and joy. Here’s how quiet empowerment is becoming a bold movement. INTRO:Some revolutions are loud. This one? It’s quiet—but just as powerful. Women over 40 are rewriting the script. After years of pouring energy into careers, kids, relationships, and everyone else’s needs, they’re...
What Every Mother Needs to Know: Online Safety Tips to Protect Your Kids from Traffickers
Learn how to protect your children from online predators and traffickers with these practical digital safety tips for modern moms. INTRO:In 2025, kids are more connected than ever—and so are predators. From gaming apps to social media platforms, traffickers have found new ways to manipulate and groom unsuspecting children. The internet has become...
