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 definitive place for women in the industry to talk openly and 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. It was considered radical for publishing unflinching stories about women's issues, social reform and activism, and it rejected the conventional household-values coverage of its time. We're not interested in that kind of coverage either.

The look and feel is inspired by La Fronde’s French roots and our penchant for ‘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.

Stephanie Williams, Founder and Editorial Director

She grew it into a fully staffed editorial team and a music festival. It landed her a writing gig at The Washington Post and, eventually, a career in journalism. She's also served as the global executive director of audience development for several Condé Nast titles including GQ, Teen Vogue and Pitchfork, and most recently as Vice President of Editorial and Audience at EqualPride, home of The Advocate, Out Magazine and Them. She has authored several books on D.C.'s punk music history and freelanced for Rolling Stone, among others.

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.