Carmen Rios is a feminist writer, editor and broadcaster.
You may recognize her as the host of Bitch Media’s Popaganda podcast; the former co-host and co-producer of TRIGGER HAPPY on Binge Networks and THE BOSSY SHOW podcast; and the former host of Ms. Magazine’s Live Q&A conversation series.
You may know her name from her bylines at platforms like BuzzFeed, Bust, CityLab, DAME, ElixHER, Everyday Feminism, Feministing, GirlBoss, GrokNation, Mic, MEL, SIGNS and the Women’s Media Center; from her work as an editor at Ms. Magazine and Autostraddle; or from her role in co-founding of the Webby Award-nominated ARGOT Magazine.
Carmen also frequently appears in the media to speak on feminist issues and is a sought-after public speaker—so it’s possible you’ve encountered her yourself.
Carmen has been called “petulant and idiotic,” “intimidating to some,” “vapid and uninteresting” and “brazenly misandrist.” You can decide what you think for yourself by perusing her archives here.