Maggie Baska

Journalist, writer & content producer

Hi there! My name is Maggie, and I'm a journalist, writer and content producer.

Maggie Baska

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What I Do

As a dedicated journalist, I thrive on the privilege of sharing compelling storytelling and the amplification of voices often unheard. My journey is one of versatility, honing my craft across diverse mediums such as digital news, magazines, videos and podcasts. Through my tenure with esteemed international platforms like PinkNews, People Management, Women's Health UK and Third Sector, I've garnered a wealth of experience and insight.

My expertise lies in crafting captivating narratives that traverse the realms of politics, culture, business and entertainment. Each piece I create is a deliberate endeavour to captivate audiences and spark meaningful engagement. Having worked in global media landscapes, I possess a keen understanding of diverse perspectives and an unwavering commitment to representing them with nuance and empathy.

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PinkNews •

'My partner came out as trans, now we're going through this transition together'

It was “as close to love at first sight as possible” when Luke and Kelsey Pearson met in 2015, and those feeling didn’t change when Luke came out as trans.

In fact, the couple say, it only “evolved” their relationship.

No long-term relationship stays the same over time, because people grow, both as individuals and partners.

Anyone in a relationship with a person transitioning will experience adjustments – from a new name or pronouns, to navigating gender-affirming healthcare.

Looking at the
PinkNews •

Madonna was right – 'inhumane' drag bans are making people 'unsafe'

Tennessee recently became the first state in the US to ban drag – and drag queens, LGBTQ+ advocates and Madonna aren’t happy about it.

After Tennessee introduced a law categorising drag as “adult-oriented” entertainment – effectively banning public drag performances – as well as legislation banning gender-affirming healthcare for young trans people, Madonna issued a statement labelling them “unfounded and pathetic”.

“The oppression of the LGBTQ+ [community] is not only unacceptable and inhuman
PinkNews •

The truth about furries: Everything you wanted to know, from LGBTQ+ furries

There’s a significant LGBTQ+ presence in the furry community – and for many, it was the furry fandom that helped them understand their queer identity.

The furry community comes together to share a love of anthropomorphic animal characters. Many create their own ‘fursonas’ and interact with others in the fandom through these avatars, both in-person through badges or costumes at conventions and online through artistic renditions or forum handles.

Furry isn’t a sexuality or gender, but there is a
People Management •

That HR Podcast episode 17: Who actually knows what HR does?

Jobseekers and career changers aren’t always sure what the people profession is really about. But does it matter, and what can HR do about it?

The future of the people profession depends on attracting the brightest and best minds. But HR faces a particular problem: many graduates and others entering the labour market aren’t sure what it actually involves.

In this episode of That HR Podcast, People Management’s Maggie Baska and Lilly Howlett discuss how HR can compete for talent with portfolio
Third Sector •

How the Vegan Society moved from fad, to fashion, to mainstream

Walking into the Vegan Society’s headquarters is like walking into any ordinary office building. The walls are a calm blue colour, people discuss their weekend plans and a delivery of milk has just arrived. But then small things start to stand out. There are cartons of soya milk in the staff fridge – no cows’ milk. The break room has a “vegan bookshelf” filled with cookbooks and guides that can be checked out by anyone in the office. One wall is covered in photos of dogs, cats and a horse, which

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