Eileen Gu
A freestyle ski prodigy who competed for China in the Olympics. She was born in the U.S. and has numerous brand sponsorships.
Top 3 podcasts with Eileen Gu
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Jun 12, 2025 • 37min
Meet the Stanford genius who modeled for Victoria’s Secret and won Olympic gold (ft. Eileen Gu)
Eileen Gu, an Olympic gold medalist, fashion model, and Stanford student, dives into her multifaceted life. She candidly discusses post-Olympic burnout and the challenge of defining success on her own terms. Eileen shares insights on negotiating brand deals at a young age and the pressures of being a visible young woman. She reflects on the importance of self-worth learned through solo travel, her journey through the fashion world, and the realities of balancing athletics and academics while embracing her identity.
Jan 7, 2022 • 39min
Fascination for Time with Eileen Gu
American-Chinese freeskier Eileen Gu, at just 18, shares her journey and competitive spirit with IWC CEO Chris Grainger-Herr. Eileen's mindset, positivity, and fascination with time make her a rising star in freeskiing. She discusses avoiding overthinking in competitions, her Olympic aspirations, and her special relationship with IWC. Tune in to hear about Eileen's incredible skiing adventures and upcoming goals!
Apr 8, 2022 • 25min
Why Is Eileen Gu the New Poster Child in China?
Professors discuss Eileen Gu's rise to fame in China's binary nationalism framework. Gu represents a contradiction of hero-worshiping social atmosphere in China. They explore the pressure on Chinese athletes to win gold medals and the influence of ruling party on public opinion.
