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Colleen DeBaise
Colleen DeBaise is former small business editor of the Wall Street Journal. Her most recent book is “Start a Successful Business.” She has also written about the rewards and challenges of entrepreneurship for Inc., Entrepreneur and BusinessWeek, among others. She has been interviewed on MSNBC, Fox, CNBC, CBS and NPR. Colleen has a master’s in journalism from Northwestern University. Contact her at [email protected].
Posts by Colleen DeBaise
How Do We Deal With Bad Air Quality?
We talk to Utah dust expert Kerry Kelly, who has a plan for countering the impact of hazy skies on our health. Listen to our 18-minute podcast, named “2024 Best Audio Feature” by the Newswomen’s Club of New York.
Meet Mary Claire Haver, a Top Menopause Influencer
Thanks to party music and dance memes, this OB-GYN is reducing menopause stigma and imparting science-backed tips. Listen to our 14-minute podcast.
The Story Exchange’s 10 Most Popular Stories of 2023
It’s no surprise that you really liked a post this year about easy-to-use AI tools. But there was lots of interest in Gen Z slang and brilliant business ideas, too.
Meet the Winners of Our 2023 Women In Science Incentive Prize
These soil scientists aim to improve the health of one of the most overlooked resources on Earth – and we’re awarding $5,000 grants to support them.
Her Startup Aims to Revolutionize Soil Health
In Kansas, Elizabeth Koziol has turned a fondness for fungus into a thriving business, MycoBloom.
Known for Her TikTok Videos, a Menopause Expert Launches a New Brand
Dr. Mary Claire Haver has used social media to educate women about hormonal transitions. Now, she’s launching ThePauseLife.com.
A Seaweed Startup in Maine’s Chilly Waters
Atlantic Sea Farms works with lobstermen to farm kelp in the winter months. It’s a superfood that’s climate-friendly, too. Listen to our 10-minute podcast.
Our Podcast Featuring Judy Woodruff, Acclaimed Journalist
In this podcast episode, we talk to the longtime PBS NewsHour host about her career and next steps.
Director Michelle Danner on How Men and Women Respond Differently to Films
Her latest project, ‘Miranda’s Victim,’ starring Abigail Breslin is about sexual assault – and the female perspective.
Kati Kariko, the Scientist Behind mRNA Covid Vaccines, Wins Nobel Prize
The Hungarian-born Kariko endured years of setbacks before developing, along with colleague Drew Weissman, a way to break the pandemic’s deadly grip.
The Judge Who Escaped: ‘We Lost All of Our Achievement’
Since the Taliban’s return to power, women judges – who once dared to sentence men for their crimes – have been forced into hiding. We spoke to one whose identity we are protecting.
Giada Launches a Pasta Line, and Cher Sells Gelato. Really.
In a seemingly uncoordinated move, famed chef Giada De Laurentiis debuts 8 new pastas and superstar Cher announces “Cherlato.”
Why Judy Woodruff Never Plans to Actually Retire
The former PBS NewsHour anchor talks to The Story Exchange about her career, sexism and how she might even launch her own media company.
A $25,000 Award for Women Scientists Working to Improve Soil Health
The Story Exchange will award $5,000 incentive prizes to 5 women scientists addressing soil health and the changing climate.