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Through her interview series, The Conversation, Amanda de Cadenet talks with some of today's most badass women--from Hillary Clinton to Lady Gaga--in as-honest-as-it-gets conversations that speak to what it means to be female. Now, in It's Messy, Amanda shares her own story: a portrait of childhood fame, A STINT IN JUVIE, teen motherhood, a high-profile marriage (and divorce) , and the sexism that threatened to end her career--all before she turned nineteen.With the raw honesty and intense passion for which she's known, Amanda tackles uncomfortable yet familiar topics: ambivalence about motherhood; marriage; sex; body image; and the cultural influences that shape unrealistic expectations for women. Part manual, part manifesto, this intimate, hilarious, and insightful collection of essays challenges stereotypes and social norms, and examines the universal experiences relevant to women today.
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Amanda de Cadenet is a creative force with a lifelong career in the media. She began as a British television host at the young age of 15, became a sought-after photographer in her early teens and as a result, her impressive photography career already spans nearly 20 years. She is the youngest woman to shoot a Vogue magazine cover and has photographed many of the most influential figures in popular and political culture. As a media entrepreneur Amanda de Cadenet is the creator of The Conversation, an interview series that showcases de Cadenet's in-depth interviews on real topics with celebrated women. Whether it's conversations with Lady Gaga, Sarah Silverman, Zoe Saldana, Chelsea Handler, Gwyneth Paltrow or discussions with devoted followers of her social channels, de Cadenet consistently delivers an honest and authentic voice through The Conversation. The series has been shown on cable and network TV in 18 countries as well as featured online with over 10 million viewers. In January 2016, de Cadenet conducted an exclusive one-on-one interview with Presidential Candidate Secretary Clinton. In Feb 2016 Amanda launched #Girlgaze a digital media company utilizing user submitted content, highlighting the work of Female Gen Z photographers and directors. Girlgaze is dedicated to closing the gender gap by creating visibility and tangible jobs for girls behind the lens. With over one million submissions and counting, #Girlgaze is has expanded into original content, IRL events and EComm.
