Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera is an investigative podcast series from Wondery and Novel. It explores the story of Miriam Rivera, a trans woman who was the star of a reality show with a hidden twist. The series examines the era of cruel reality TV and the impact on Miriam's life. Hosted by Trace Lysette, it delves into themes of love, lies, and the pursuit of fame.
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Where to find Episodes 2-6 of Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
In the first episode of Harsh Reality, a TV executive heard a pitch for the juiciest reality dating game show ever. Filmed in sun-drenched Ibiza, the show would feature six gorgeous men competing for the beautiful Miriam Rivera. Sounds like a dream, right? But as was often the case in the era of “cruel reality TV,” the producers insisted on a shocking twist.If you want to hear the rest of
Something About Miriam | 1
When a TV exec hears a pitch for a dating game show with a twist she’s sold. But from the very beginning Miriam must risk everything for the show to succeed. For this story Wondery has partnered with Translash Media, the trans journalism and personal narrative project that is committed to telling Trans Stories to save Trans lives. Visit www.translash.org to learn more about Translash
Introducing: Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
It was supposed to be a reality show with a twist. In a sun-drenched villa in Ibiza, six hot guys compete for a cash prize and for the love of the beautiful and mysterious Miriam. It’s meant to be her big break: the moment she becomes the superstar she was born to be. But this is the era of “cruel reality TV” and the show producers have a different goal: they want to surprise the men with
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