This week on Why Am I Yelling? Musings from a Middle-Aged, Menopausal Mom, Krista Rizzo takes on the viral New York Times opinion piece asking, “Did women ruin the workplace?” — and she’s bringing research, history, and unapologetic feminist energy with her.

In this powerful episode, Krista breaks down the real issues women face in today’s workforce: the persistent gender pay gap, the leadership gap, workplace misogyny, emotional labor, and the burnout that comes from navigating systems that were never built with women in mind. She dives deep into the data on discrimination, toxic work culture, narcissistic leadership, and the stereotypes that continue to shape how women are perceived at work.

Krista also shines a light on the world-changing contributions women have made — innovations in technology, medicine, science, and everyday life that rarely get the credit they deserve. From WiFi to lifesaving medical treatments to modern household essentials, women have invented, revolutionized, and rebuilt the very systems they’re now being accused of “ruining.”

So why are women angry? Why are we exhausted by this conversation? Because we’re done being blamed for structural problems, double standards, and outdated narratives. This episode is your no-nonsense, fact-forward, feminist fact-check — served with humor, clarity, and the honesty middle-aged women are famous for.

If you’re looking for a smart, fiery breakdown of the NYT article, a deeper look at what’s really happening to women in the workplace, and a celebration of women’s brilliance and resilience, this one’s for you.