Nicole Stawiarski
Nicole Stawiarski is a freelance writer who has authored hundreds of articles for digital publications, ranging from TV and film reviews to horoscopes and personal essays. Whether she’s analyzing plotlines or personalities, she takes a layered, nuanced approach to the human experience to forge meaningful connections with readers.
Core Roles
- Nicole is a freelance writer for The Thought & Expression Company, Inc. and has been contributing here since 2017.
- Prior to her work with Thought Catalog, Nicole spent over a decade in digital advertising, working closely with streaming platforms and theatrical studios to grow ad sales and inform branded campaigns.
Experience
- Nicole is bilingual in English and Spanish, and has studied French, Italian, Portuguese, and Hindi. Her love of Mexican telenovelas inspired her to pursue a Bachelors of Arts in Spanish at the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, as well as the start of her career in media and advertising at Telemundo Chicago.
- Nicole is an expert on Bollywood and Hindi cinema, an avid fan of Korean dramas, and all TV and film with subtitles. She is passionate about the ways cultural currency has become more accessible in the digital age, and the remarkable ability art has to connect people on opposite sides of the globe.
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Nicole Stawiarski
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10 Best Quotes To Celebrate Father’s Day, From Our Favorite TV Dad, Phil Dunphy
This Father’s Day, we’re thinking of one of our favorite TV dad’s of all time, Phil Dunphy. He delivered consistent laughs, was the world’s best real estate agent and college cheerleader, and most importantly, put family first.
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4 TV & Movie Projects That Have Spent Years In ‘Development Hell’
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The Best Thriller To Stream During Pride Month
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4 TV & Movie Projects Trapped In ‘Development Hell’ We’re Still Holding Out Hope For
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Netflix has had a slew of successes translating the world of sports into compelling series with emotional storylines. Check out the very best titles across a wide range of professional leagues and competitions below.
