Katherine J. Igoe

'You' Season 2 Is Gorgeous and Thrilling-and Has an Ugly Problem

The "sexy psychopath" isn't a new character type. But Joe Goldberg in You, which debuted on Netflix in 2018, was among the most compelling iterations of the trope in recent memory.

How to Embrace a Solo Holiday in the City

Being alone for the holidays: even the idea carries with it an outsize fear of being considered pathetic. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

Instagram Influencers Ruined Travel. Can These Influencers Fix It?

Behold the rise of a new class of sustainable Instagram travel influencers who educate positively and spotlight eco-friendly initiatives, working with the platform, not against it.

'The Bachelorette' Rewards Toxic Masculinity Over and Over Again

Why this season has felt like watching a good friend with a bad boyfriend—playing out in painful real time, with the showrunners fanning the flames.

Demi Lovato Offers Supportive Message Over Inclusive Fashion

Demi Lovato's always been a body-positive advocate. And so it was only natural that she would have some super-supportive words for Bebe Rexha, who took the fashion industry to task in an Instagram video, saying she was "too big" for a number of design houses to dress her.

Pot Shops Are Coming: Here's What You Need to Know

Two years after Massachusetts voted to legalize pot, we're finally starting to see the first marijuana stores open their doors for recreational buyers. From edibles to joints, from flowers to vaporizers, it's a lot to learn if you're unfamiliar.

Boston's Best Comic Will Noonan on Stand Up and His Second Chance

South Boston resident Will Noonan was just named funniest local comedian by the Improper Bostonian. He's like a millennial Bill Burr--curmudgeonly retiree combined with a manic 20-year-old.

For Millennial Collectors, Art Is Not Just for Art’s Sake

Art is having a moment among younger audiences. As Baby Boomers start to stop collecting and begin to offload pieces as they age, millennials are starting to influence the art market in Boston.

A Love Letter to Hans Gruber

I first saw Die Hard as a teen living in England during the early 2000s. Immediately, it was the most beautiful thing I’d ever seen.

Why Skill Stacking Is the Most Important Ability You Need to Learn

"Skill stacking" is the hot new term that means...well, what does it mean, exactly? And how does skill stacking relate to your life, especially if you're considering a career change, going after a graduate degree, or finding a way to do something else other than what you're currently doing?

Establishing the Truth: Vaccines, Social Media, and the Spread of Misinformation

In 2019, celebrity Jessica Biel lobbied against a pro-vaccine bill. She received intense backlash almost immediately, and the resulting scrutiny made international headlines. Knowing the dangers of social media, and the effects these platforms have on large populations, is critical for combating the effects.

Annual Report: Facing History Now

I contributed to the writing and editing of Facing History's 2018 Annual Report, including interviewing subject matter experts and highlighting success stories of civics in U.S. classrooms.

Understanding the World Through STEM

Perkins has been teaching math and science in some form for over 180 years, but they’ve evolved critically since then. Today, a STEM education curriculum helps students integrate into a technology-driven world. This recent emphasis on process and practicality may be new for some, but not Perkins.

The Surgical Safety Checklist Delivers Better Care for Millions

Ten years ago, a team of medical experts were convened by the World Health Organization (WHO) to achieve a simple yet daunting goal. The WHO wanted to make surgery safer for everyone, everywhere.

Winning New Opera Audiences

Dancer, choreographer, set designer, director, and producer (as well as mom to three kids, including Ansel Elgort), Grethe Barrett Holby is a force of nature.

Inspiring Kid Inventors With Star Wars

The number one new Star Wars toys on Amazon and Walmart is a Droid Inventor Kit: kids create their own customized R2D2. Thanks to Ayah Bdeir and her company littleBits, it's flying off the shelves.

Emotional Readiness and How to Obtain It

In a recent New York Times article, Alina Tugend spotlights the term "emotional readiness." Students who possess emotional readiness will be well-prepared for success in college. Those who don't may face issues in college that "can lead to students' lives' unraveling."

The "Angelina Jolie" Effect

Pop culture icons can influence our fashion choices, dietary habits and brand preferences, but can they also influence our medical decisions? The answer is a resounding yes, according to a new study analyzing the rates of genetic testing for breast cancer in the aftermath of Angelina Jolie's 2013 op-ed piece in The New York Times.

Making Decisions About Breast Cancer Screening

Video: Are Patients Affected When Medical Records Change?

Capital Campaign

I wrote, edited, and contributed to social posts and graphics to kick off and promote notable MIT achievements and inventions in association with the $5 billion campaign.