"Too often POC stories (and the stories of all marginalized peoples in general) are regulated by or told from the point of view of someone on the outside."

What's on your mind lately? The cultural themes, thoughts, ideas and things on our mind as of late.

We're on the cusp of summer, so here are a few thoughts, ideas, and a bit of advice to embrace before the season slips into full swing.

On the cusp of Mother's Day, The Fold's Arts & Culture Editor Nora Gomez-Strauss spoke with women about the creative aspect of mothering and also the layers of their own creative endeavors and the impact motherhood has made.

The Fold toured the new MOHAI exhibit - Seattle Style: Fashion/Function, which opens today, and explores the evolution of fashion in our hometown.

The #ShoutYourAbortion movement is giving women the space to raise her voice. We spoke with SYA founder, Amelia Bonow, about the evolution of the organization, dispelling misinformation on abortion services and stories, and what we can all do to right now to hold those accountable who are working to strip rights to women's health.

It's our spring literary edit! For April we are featuring a few dynamic female authors who speak their truth, highlight the humor in the absurd and ultimately share stories we can learn, laugh and grow from.

The words and ideas that made us pause, think and, most importantly, consider what is happening in the world.

Meet brave women, like the incomparable Selma Blair, who's influence on style has made and moved culture. “There’s no tragedy for me. I’m happy, and if I can help anyone be more comfortable in their skin, it’s more than I’ve ever done before.”

For our next Women In History installment we discuss the groundbreaking accomplishments of five impactful women in the arts.

Join The Fold's Founder and Executive Editor, Amanda Carter Gomes, for a discussion on music and motherhood with three PNW artists  in Seattle!

There are so many fantastic films, podcasts and TV shows at our fingertips these days that it can feel overwhelming, at times, to sift through all things entertainment. We've compiled a list of some of our favorite shows, podcasts and films, as well as some exciting premiers kicking off this March, to keep us entertained through the end of winter.

For our March book recommendations, we've pulled 10 fantastic books from the archives to round out our winter reading and welcome the beginning of spring. Ranging from oldies but goodies to new releases by some of our favorite authors, each title in our reading list carries its own, timely significance.

The 91st Academy Awards is less than a week away and in anticipation of this glamorous night in Hollywood, we are reviewing some of our favorite female nominees from Yalitza Aparicio, the first Indigenous person nominated for Best Lead Actress, and Hannah Beachler, the first African American nominated for Best Production Design.

We are acknowledging this month that, like the calendar year, we also go through "seasons" of preferences--particularly when it comes to reading. While in the summers we crave lighter, airier works of fiction to the deep, enthralling stores that move us in the winter, for the month of February we are focusing on 3 memoirs that are perfect for hunkering down and fighting the cold.

A few thoughts from around the web this week that gave us pause to consider our view of the world.

As President and Creative Director at Creative Capital, a nonprofit support organization for artists, Suzy helps foster creativity from start to finish, providing artists with the support they need throughout their process while encouraging them to create the most groundbreaking and honest work they're capable of. We sit down with Suzy to discuss her trajectory into this truly rewarding career and the importance of community for those working in artistic fields.

A first-time Sundance goer checks out the most diverse and inclusive season of the Festival to date.

A few days after the election, Michelle created @agirlhasnopresident, a politically savvy, sharp-witted Instagram account intent on keeping followers informed and activists impassioned.

Words and ideas that made us pause, think and, most importantly, consider what is happening in the world.

As our minds buzz with excitement over the prospects and possibilities of the year to come, we invite you to take a moment to quiet your mind with the wonderful stories we're reading to kick off 2019.

Fiber artist and founder of Niroma Studio, Cindy Hwang Bokser, is the macrame maven at the heart of the #macramemovement. We sit down with this entrepreneur to discuss following your passion, starting a business and the future of macrame as an art form.

The Fold editors share the items they plan to gift and hope to get this holiday season. Check out this eclectic list of art, experiences, reading options and charitable ideas that are both thoughtful and unique.