Dr. Kimberly Voss: Florida Newspapers and Advice Columns in the Post-World War II Years

Florida Newspapers and Advice Columns in the Post-World War II Years

Advice columns once served as the heart of American newspapers, offering guidance on love, marriage, and modern life. In her presentation, Dr. Kimberly Voss explores the rise of these columns in Florida newspapers during the post–World War II era, when they were staples of women’s sections statewide. Born in the age of yellow journalism, advice columns blended traditional values with emerging progressive ideas, reflecting a society in transition. Dr. Voss shows how advice writers shaped conversations about relationships, gender roles, and personal choice — and how Florida women relied on them as trusted companions. Drawing on archival research, the talk reveals how modest newspaper features influenced attitudes, behaviors, and expectations, balancing a public voice with a human heart.

Each ticket includes a free meal (vegetarian and gluten-free options available).
Meal service begins at 6:00 p.m.
Speaker presentation begins at 7:00 p.m.