The Daily The Sunday Read: ‘The Emily Ratajkowski You’ll Never See’
Dec 5, 2021
The podcast dives into Emily Ratajkowski's complex journey from model to writer, highlighting her struggles with identity in a world obsessed with images. It examines the tangled web of female friendships and male desire, enriched with personal anecdotes and cinematic references. The conversation highlights a revealing interaction during a photo shoot that challenges perceptions of femininity. Throughout, Ratajkowski seeks to redefine her narrative, urging listeners to look beyond the surface of her public persona.
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Lunch with Emily Ratajkowski
- Andrea Long Chu and Emily Ratajkowski met for lunch to discuss Ratajkowski's book, My Body.
- Ratajkowski's book explores her complex relationship with her public image, modeling, and body.
Ratajkowski's Struggle with Self-Perception
- Ratajkowski uses writing to understand herself better, grappling with the challenge of being known primarily for her looks.
- She aims to defy simple categorizations, wanting to be seen as more than just a model or a feminist symbol.
Ratajkowski's Childhood and Family
- Ratajkowski grew up in a unique, artistic home environment marked by both creative expression and parental conflicts.
- Her parents, particularly her mother, were deeply invested in her beauty and modeling career from a young age.
