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Glennon Doyle

Glennon Doyle is an American author, podcaster, and activist known for her bestselling memoirs including Untamed, Love Warrior, and Carry On, Warrior.

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Glennon Doyle is an American author, podcaster, and activist known for her bestselling memoirs including Untamed, Love Warrior, and Carry On, Warrior. She is the founder of Together Rising, a women-led nonprofit, and co-host of the podcast We Can Do Hard Things.

Early life and education

Glennon Doyle was born in Burke, Virginia, on March 20, 1976. Public biographical sources identify her as a graduate of James Madison University.

Writing career

Doyle became widely known through her blog Momastery before publishing Carry On, Warrior, Love Warrior, and Untamed. Her books became major bestsellers and expanded her audience beyond online writing.

Activism and philanthropy

Doyle founded Together Rising, a women-led nonprofit focused on helping women, families, and children in crisis. She has also participated in social-justice initiatives and public advocacy.

Podcasting and media work

She co-hosts We Can Do Hard Things, a popular advice and interview podcast. Her media work also includes producing and broader public speaking.

Key facts

  • Doyle is the author of the memoirs Untamed, Love Warrior, and Carry On, Warrior.
  • Untamed was a No. 1 New York Times bestseller and sold more than three million copies.
  • She created the online community Momastery.
  • She founded and led Together Rising, a nonprofit supporting women, families, and children in crisis.
  • She is married to former soccer player Abby Wambach and has three children.
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Canadian context

Her books, podcast, and public advocacy have a readership in Canada, especially among English-language memoir and self-help audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Glennon Doyle?
Glennon Doyle is an American author, podcaster, activist, and philanthropist known for bestselling memoirs and her nonprofit work.
What books is Glennon Doyle known for?
She is known for Untamed, Love Warrior, Carry On, Warrior, and Get Untamed: The Journal.
What is Together Rising?
Together Rising is a women-led nonprofit founded by Doyle to support women, families, and children in crisis.
What is Momastery?
Momastery was Doyle’s online writing community and blog that helped establish her public profile.
Who is Glennon Doyle married to?
She is married to former soccer player Abby Wambach.
How many children does Glennon Doyle have?
She has three children.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glennon_Doyle
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, books, Momastery, Together Rising
  2. Glennon Doyle — https://glennondoyle.com/
    Supports: Books, podcast, Together Rising, family details, biographical overview
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5643243/bio/
    Supports: Birthplace, occupation, spouse, children, biography
  4. UBS Advisors — https://advisors.ubs.com/footbridgewm/mediahandler/media/378179/Glennon%20Doyle%20Bio.pdf
    Supports: Bestsellers, social following, Together Rising, #ShareTheMicNow