Lindy West
Keynote Speaker: Cultural Critic, Humorist & Author; Creator of "Shrill"; Executive Producer & Writer for Hulu's "Shrill"; Co-Host of "Text Me Back" Podcast
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Lindy West Biography
Lindy West is an American writer, comedian, and activist known for her work in feminist discourse, cultural criticism, and the fat acceptance movement. West writes about feminism, popular culture, film, and body image, blending humor with incisive analysis to challenge societal norms. She served as the film editor for Seattle's alternative weekly newspaper The Stranger, where her distinctive style began to attract a wide readership. Her review of "Sex and the City 2" gained significant attention, establishing her as a prominent voice in pop culture commentary. West later became a staff writer for Jezebel, covering topics such as racism, sexism, and fat shaming.
West is the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir "Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman," as well as the essay collections "The Witches Are Coming" and "Shit, Actually." The television adaptation of "Shrill," starring Aidy Bryant, premiered on Hulu, with West serving as executive producer and writer. Her books have been recognized by outlets such as Esquire and NPR. West's national bestseller "Adult Braces: Driving Myself Sane" was published by Grand Central Publishing. Across her works, West uses humor to address political and social issues, engaging a broad audience.
West co-wrote and produced the independent feature film "Thin Skin." She co-hosts the comedy podcast "Text Me Back" and authors the email newsletter "Butt News," where she revisits classic films. West also premiered her one-woman show, "Every Castle, Ranked," highlighting her range as a live performer and storyteller. She has contributed opinion pieces to the New York Times, and her work has appeared in This American Life, The Guardian, Cosmopolitan, GQ, Vulture, and Jezebel.
In addition to her writing and performance work, West has played a significant role in online activism. She co-founded Shout Your Abortion, a social media campaign aimed at destigmatizing abortion experiences. West wrote and recorded a story for This American Life about confronting an internet troll, contributing to broader conversations about online harassment and misogyny. She received the Women's Media Center Social Media Award and The Stranger's Genius Award in Literature for "Shrill: Notes from a Loud Woman." West's career demonstrates the use of humor and cultural criticism as tools for social change, with ongoing influence in discussions of feminism, body image, and media.
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Lindy West is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Fitness, Feminism, Women's Health, Women's Rights, Women, Female Leadership, Women in Entertainment, Mental Health, Journalist, Author, Bestselling Authors, Non-Fiction Authors, Gender Equality, DEI, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Reproductive Rights, Storytelling and Influential Women.
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Lindy West is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Fitness, Feminism and Women's Health. The estimated speaking fee range to book Lindy West for virtual events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for live event fees. Lindy West generally travels from Jefferson County, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Gloria Feldt, Rebecca Walker and Blair Imani. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lindy West for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Lindy West for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Lindy West, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a virtual event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Lindy West, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Lindy West speak about?
Lindy West is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Fitness, Feminism, Women's Health, Women's Rights, Women, Female Leadership, Women in Entertainment, Mental Health, Journalist, Author, Bestselling Authors, Non-Fiction Authors, Gender Equality, DEI, Civil Rights, Social Activism, Reproductive Rights, Storytelling and Influential Women. -
Where does Lindy West travel from?
Lindy West generally travels from Jefferson County, WA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Lindy West?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Lindy West for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Lindy West for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Lindy West or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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