Who we are

We cover women in media. Not just the big headlines, but everything underneath them: how power, politics, money and parenthood change the entire game of a woman's career. The stories that are way more interesting to read than a tired recap of a studio merger that's already been covered to death.

La Fronde exists because there isn't a dedicated place for women in the industry to talk candidly about the challenges we face — and there should be.

Our name comes from the 19th-century French feminist newspaper La Fronde, the first publication in France run and written entirely by women. The paper was considered radical at the time for its fierce approach to covering women’s issues. The look and feel is inspired by La Fronde's French roots and our obsession with '90s Riot Grrrl zines.

We're veteran journalists bringing original reporting, sharp interviews and timely scoops to your inbox every Tuesday and Thursday. Our comments section and parties are where a lot of our best conversations — and stories — will start.

Our readers pay for this, which means our readers are who we answer to.

La Fronde branding and design byJenna Kendle

Stephanie Williams, Founder and Editorial Director

Stephanie started her journalism career by launching the Washington, D.C., music website D.C. Music Download, which led to a writing job at The Washington Post. She’s held senior roles across The Washington Post, National Geographic, Condé Nast and Warner Bros. Discovery. She is the author of two books on D.C.'s punk music scene.

Brittney McNamara, Lead Editor

Brittney McNamara is an award-winning journalist, editor and digital storyteller who reports on topics like bodily autonomy, youth culture, and civil rights. Her work has appeared in Playboy, Teen Vogue, Romper and elsewhere.