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Geena Rocero: Harboring a Secret—And Her True Self
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Length:
38 minutes
Released:
May 31, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Geena Rocero is a model, producer, and author of the new book Horse Barbie. She has graced the covers and pages of famous magazines, such as Playboy, and appeared on billboards across the country. However, Geena was holding a secret for years that was preventing her from living authentically. It wasn’t until her 2014 TED Talk that she revealed the secret: she is transgender. On this episode of She Pivots, Emily talks with Geena about growing up and competing in beauty pageants in the Philippines, her decision to move to the U.S. and hide her identity, and her advocacy around transgender rights. Be sure to subscribe, leave us a rating and share with your friends if you liked this episode!She Pivots was created in partnership with Marie Claire to highlight women, their stories, and how their pivot became their success. To learn more about Geena, follow us on Instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast or visit marieclaire.com/shepivots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
May 31, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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