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Annette Benedetti

Portland, United States
As seen in: Talk Sex with Annette (Podcast), MarketWatch, Willamette Week, The Penny Hoarder, Domino, Motherly, Tinybeans, BUST Magazine, Livability, Parent Co., Source Weekly and
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I am a writer, editor, photographer and yoga teacher. My work appears in publications including Bust, Red Tricycle, Motherly, Livability and Domino.

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Annette Benedetti’s Biography

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Annette Benedetti is a writer, editor, and photographer from Portland, OR. She is the co-founder of She Explores Life and her work appears in a variety of publications including BUST, Red Tricycle, Motherly, The Penny Hoarder, Livability, and Domino. When she’s away from her desk she can be found teaching women yoga at wilderness retreats, exploring new cities across the states and hiking the trails at Mt. Rainier—one of her favorite places on earth.

Annette Benedetti’s Journalist Portfolio

Ladies! How to Have the Best Sex of Your Life in 2019 - She Explores Life

Ladies! How to Have the Best Sex of Your Life in 2019 - She Explores Life

Stress, depression, poor body image, and difficulty in relationships are just some of the things that studies…

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Braving the Rapids: A Trip Down the Lower Salmon With My Daughter

Braving the Rapids: A Trip Down the Lower Salmon With My Daughter

I was my daughter's hero when she was small. She wanted to be with me all of the time. When she looked at me,…

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Meet the Amazing Women Entrepreneurs & Makers of Hamilton County, Indiana

Meet the Amazing Women Entrepreneurs & Makers of Hamilton County, Indiana

Located just north of Indianapolis, Hamilton County, Indiana is home to the cities of Carmel, Noblesville, Fi…

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Here Are the 10 Best Cities to Find Good Jobs in the Craft Beer Industry

Here Are the 10 Best Cities to Find Good Jobs in the Craft Beer Industry

If you love beer, working in the brewing industry isn't just a delicious career decision, it's a smart financ…

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Southern Pride: A Guide to the LGBTQ Scene in Shreveport, LA

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By Annette Benedetti
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Looking for a fun, inclusive city with great food and an endless list of things to do? You need to check out Shreveport. By Annette Benedetti on April 4, 2019 Updated June 23, 2026 Southern Pride is our series that explores and celebrates LGBTQ culture in Southern cities. Today, we’re heading down to the bayou to check out the scene in Shreveport.
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Southern Pride: A Guide to Chattanooga, TN's LGBTQ Scene

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By Annette Benedetti
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Looking for a gorgeous, artsy city with a spirit of LGBTQ inclusiveness? Chattanooga is a gem waiting to be discovered. By Annette Benedetti on June 19, 2025 Southern Pride is a recurring column that explores and celebrates LGBTQ+ culture in Southern cities. Today, we're heading to the Volunteer State to check out the scene in Chattanooga. People are flocking to Chattanooga, TN, for its incredible outdoor recreation as well as its thriving art and startup scenes.
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Southern Pride: A Guide to Charlotte, North Carolina's LGBTQ Scene

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By Annette Benedetti
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From an LGBT Chamber of Commerce to a vibrant nightlife, Charlotte wears its pride on its sleeve. By Annette Benedetti on June 16, 2025 Southern Pride is a recurring column that explores and celebrates LGBTQ+ culture in Southern cities. Today, we're heading to North Carolina to check out the scene in Charlotte.
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