Joy, a Podcast. Hosted by Craig Ferguson Paulina Porizkova
May 6, 2025
Join Paulina Porizkova, a renowned Swedish-American model, actress, and author, as she candidly discusses the pressures of beauty and identity within the modeling world. She reflects on her personal journey navigating fame while maintaining individuality. Paulina also shares insights on love and vulnerability, emphasizing the importance of genuine connections in today’s digital landscape. With a touch of humor, she explores the emotional complexity of relationships and the legacy of childhood traumas shaped by historical events.
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Childhood Separation and Rescue
- Paulina was left behind in Czechoslovakia when her parents fled the Soviet occupation in 1968.
- She assumed her parents were dead but was later reunited after an elaborate and risky rescue effort.
Struggle to Reunite with Parents
- Paulina's parents campaigned publicly to get her released from Czechoslovakia.
- A failed kidnapping attempt led to jail time but increased international pressure that eventually freed her.
Early Modeling Career Challenges
- At 15, Paulina began a modeling career which involved unsupervised travel worldwide.
- She experienced both the glamour of success and the loneliness and fear of youth in an adult world.