Ronan Farrow on How Trauma Shapes Ambition

Ronan Farrow and Monica Lewinsky open up about the emotional toll of growing up under public scrutiny. Ronan reflects on his accelerated academic path, the chaos of his childhood, and the drive that came from growing up in a fractured, high-profile family. Together, they explore the long-lasting impact of trauma, the complexities of reclaiming your story, and the power of compassion — especially when it wasn’t offered to them.

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About the show:
If you’re interested in unexpected conversations that go uncharted places, are remotely self-aware and like to laugh, then please join me as I continue to find my public voice on Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky. (That’s me.) I will have honest, wide-ranging interviews with all kinds of people – recognizable names, regular folks, experts and friends – about what it means to reclaim what’s been lost or taken in the broadest sense. Every week, I’ll draw from my own unique experiences (like say, surviving a global scandal at 24 years old), and delve into the personal and often messy ways people find their way back to themselves. And because I love a good tangent, we’ll probably also touch on other stuff, too. Listen to Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky premieres early and ad-free at https://wondery.com/shows/reclaiming-....

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