How Sex Appeal Influences Success in Women's Pro Surfing: with Alana Brennan
Second Breakfast SWA Podcast
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1h 39m
In today's conversation, Holly and former pro surfer Alana Brennan discuss their experiences as female surfers and the challenges they faced in the industry. They chat about femininity and sex appeal in surfing and how it affected their careers, as well as the changing landscape of the sport. Alana shares her journey from growing up in Hawaii to becoming sponsored by Billabong and the pressure to balance being an athlete and model while also navigating her personal relationships. Overall, the conversation highlights the evolution of women's surfing, the importance of acceptance, representation and embracing struggle and growth.
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