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The Complicated Birth Of Midwifery

The Complicated Birth Of Midwifery

Abby Norman
10 years ago
Midwife history is not just about medicine; it tells the stories about society and the way it treats women.
The Scully Effect: How “X-Files” Helped Mainstream Women In STEM Careers

The Scully Effect: How “X-Files” Helped Mainstream Women In STEM Careers

Abby Norman
10 years ago
In 1993, TV writers took a risk in avoiding sex and skimpy clothing They created Dana Scully and mainstreamed women in STEM careers.
The Real Story Behind The Myers-Briggs Test

The Real Story Behind The Myers-Briggs Test

Abby Norman
10 years ago
The Myers-Briggs test might not be scientific, but it reminds us of a time when the modern workforce truly came to life.
Blame It On The Mistletoe: The History Of A Holiday Kissing Tradition

Blame It On The Mistletoe: The History Of A Holiday Kissing Tradition

Abby Norman
11 years ago
The fascinating history of the mistletoe tradition and the truth about the plant under which we steal kisses: it actually sucks the life out of trees.
Emily Post: The Beyoncé Of Etiquette And The Internet’s Most Underused Asset

Emily Post: The Beyoncé Of Etiquette And The Internet’s Most Underused Asset

Abby Norman
11 years ago
Back in the days when it was commonplace for conversation to be learned, Emily Post dominated the discussion. We could learn much from her today.
The Real Downton Abbey

The Real Downton Abbey

Abby Norman
11 years ago
The popular TV show tends to gloss over women's "monthlies" and the pains of wearing a corset. We bring you the real Downton Abbey.
Lammily, Barbie And The Doll’s Surprisingly Progressive History

Lammily, Barbie And The Doll’s Surprisingly Progressive History

Abby Norman
11 years ago
In an attempt to make Barbie more realistic, a graphic designer has made Lammily, the average Barbie. The problem? Barbie was never meant to be average.