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Molly McAleer

Co-Founder, HelloGiggles Productions
Los Angeles, California,United States
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Molly McAleer's Overview

Total Experience17 years
CompanyHelloGiggles Productions
CountryUnited States

Molly McAleer is an American writer, comedian, podcaster, and digital media entrepreneur. She gained prominence as a co-founder of the influential women's lifestyle website HelloGiggles, alongside Zooey Deschanel and Sophia Rossi, in 2011. McAleer has also contributed as a writer for television shows like '2 Broke Girls' and 'Awkward.' and is known for her engaging podcasts, including 'Mother, May I Sleep With Podcast?' (a humorous recap of Lifetime movies) and 'Plz Advise.' Her comedic style often blends pop culture commentary with personal anecdotes and a feminist perspective. She founded the Solid Listen podcast network, further cementing her role in the digital audio space. Before HelloGiggles, she was known for her popular personal blog 'Molls She Wrote' on Tumblr.

Professional Summary

Molly McAleer's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

HelloGiggles Productions - Co-Founder (2011 to Present)
Playboy Enterprises, Inc. - Freelance Writer (2010 to 2011)
Gawker Media - Videographer/Defamer.com (2007 to 2009)

Notable Achievements

Co-founder of HelloGiggles

Co-founded the popular online community and women's interest website HelloGiggles in 2011, which grew into a major digital publication and was acquired by Time Inc. (later Meredith Corporation, now Dotdash Meredith) in 2015.

Television Writer

Served as a writer for several successful television series, including the CBS sitcom '2 Broke Girls' and the MTV teen comedy-drama 'Awkward.', contributing to their comedic narratives.

Podcaster and Network Creator

Hosts and produces popular podcasts such as 'Mother, May I Sleep With Podcast?' and 'Plz Advise.' She also founded the Solid Listen podcast network, showcasing a variety of comedic and pop culture-focused shows.

Early Digital Content Pioneer

Established a significant online presence early in her career with her personal blog 'Molls She Wrote' (on Tumblr), known for its witty, relatable content and for building a strong community, pre-dating many modern influencer trends.

Educational Background

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Film/Cinema/Video Studies

Boston College - Year 2002

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Company Overview

HelloGiggles Productions
Total employees45
HeadquartersLos Angeles
Founded2011

HelloGiggles is a positive online community for women, founded by Zooey Deschanel, Sophia Rossi, and Molly McAleer. It covers topics such as pop culture, love, friendship, careers, style, food, and issues relevant to young women. The platform aims to provide an inclusive and uplifting space. HelloGiggles was acquired by Time Inc. in 2015, which was later acquired by Meredith Corporation, and subsequently Meredith Corporation was acquired by Dotdash, now Dotdash Meredith. It continues to operate as a brand under Dotdash Meredith.

HelloGiggles Productions Funding Information
$1.5M - Total Funding Raised
$1.5M - Most recent funding amount
1 - Number of funding rounds
1 Aug, 2012 - Latest funding round
Lead Investors:
Pritzker Group Venture Capital
Lightspeed Venture Partners
The Chernin Group
Various Angel Investors

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