Madison Troyer

Madison Troyer has been writing and living in New York City for the better part of the last decade. A graduate of The King’s College, she writes about pop culture, health, and money.

In your state

States with the most registered anglers

Fisherman sitting in the old, wooden rowboat and catching the fish on sunny day.

Real Estate

Best places to live on the West Coast

Sunset over big, beautiful homes in Albany, in northern California.

Celebrities

Highest-grossing actors over the age of 50

Brad Pitt in a black suit and bowtie.

Real Estate

Best places to retire in the Midwest

Senior couple walking their dog on a grassy countryside path

Music

Lyrics to 60 famously misunderstood songs, explained

Bruce Springsteen in concert circa 1984 in New York City.

Business & Economy

Major retail chains that no longer exist

Barry Manilow display at Sam Goody in New York City in 1975.

Movies

25 iconic outfits from film history

Actor Rita Hayworth in her black strapless dress in 'Gilda,' singing 'Put the Blame on Mame, Boys.'

Movies

25 of the best holiday movies you didn't realize were holiday movies

Actors Michelle Pfeiffer and Michael Keaton in 'Batman Returns,' directed by Tim Bruton.

Real Estate

Best places to retire on the East Coast

Elderly couple sitting on a rocky beach and looking at the horizon

Art & Culture

Famous parties from Las Vegas history

Frank Sinatra laughs with friends at a party.