91 — Adventures of a one-time Bond girl with author, Anika Pavel
ANIKA PAVEL, a multi-talented writer, model, actress, and one-time Bond girl. She is the author of the compelling new book ENCOUNTER WITH THE FUTURE. Anika’s unique life journey from her childhood in Iron Curtain Czechoslovakia to her rise as an international fashion model and actress, and now a writer, makes her a fascinating guest.
Encounter with the Future is a collection of essays that weave together Anika's experiences across continents and historical events, told with her characteristic wit and perceptiveness.
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In this episode of the Unboxable podcast, I interview the remarkable Anika Pavel.
We explore Anika's journey from Czechoslovakia to becoming a celebrated writer, her life as a grandmother, her modelling and acting career, including being a Bond girl, and her latest book 'Encounter with the Future'.
We touch on topics of resilience, the influence of historical figures, cultural differences, and the power of storytelling.
- Introducing Annika Pavel, from Cape Cod, Massachusetts
- Early Life and Inspirations
- On Writing and Her Book
- Modeling and the Bond Girl Experience
- Health and Lifestyle
- Cultural and Historical Insights
ANIKA PAVEL, a multi-talented writer, model, actress, and one-time James Bond girl. She is the author of the compelling new book ENCOUNTER WITH THE FUTURE. Anika’s unique life journey from her childhood in Iron Curtain Czechoslovakia to her rise as an international fashion model and actress, and now a writer, makes her a fascinating guest for your podcast. Encounter with the Future is a collection of essays that weave together her experiences across continents and historical events, told with her characteristic wit and perceptiveness.
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