Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus Julia Gets Wise with Billie Jean King
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Apr 24, 2024 Julia Louis-Dreyfus chats with 80-year-old tennis pro, activist, and LGBTQ+ icon Billie Jean King about leadership, visualization, and self-acceptance. They discuss women's empowerment in sports, societal norms, and the transformative power of the feminist movement. Billie Jean shares advice for Julia's niece's soccer career and reflects on her own sports journey. Julia's mom, Judy, talks about generational acceptance and the feminist movement.
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Julia's Childhood Sports Memories
- Julia Louis-Dreyfus shares her childhood experiences with sports, including riding a tricycle in her apartment hallway.
- She also recounts a gymnastics competition where she forgot her routine and a memorable streaking incident during tennis practice.
Staying Active at 80
- Billie Jean King discusses her relationship with aging and how she maintains her physical and mental health.
- She mentions playing tennis regularly, doing weightlifting, and engaging in psychotherapy.
Early Challenges
- Billie Jean King recalls being penalized for excelling in sports as a young girl.
- Her teacher gave her an unsatisfactory grade, while her parents encouraged her to ignore it and continue pursuing her passion.