Sally Wainwright's inspiration for Riot Women is relatable: "If the menopause happened to blokes, we’d be getting HRT from Tesco."
Instead of seeking therapy for her menopause, Wainwright wrote Riot Women, a show about midlife women struggling between their children's and ageing parents' needs while dealing with menopause.
If the menopause happened to blokes, we’d be getting HRT from Tesco
Riot Women, a six-part series on BBC One, offers an insight into an underrepresented demographic, making it a must-watch for everyone.
Author's summary: Riot Women explores midlife struggles.