Call Her Daddy
Call Her Daddy
"I think that some people who maybe haven't gone through it or men don't understand how truly like traumatizing something like this can be especially for a minor." — Madison Beer
"The biggest thing I say in my book is that just because I endured these things and turned out, okay, and I was able to turn these things into, oh, in the most fucked up way, a positive, it doesn't mean I should have had to go through them and that's been the biggest thing with therapy that I've learned is being able to tell myself like, you didn't deserve these things." — Madison Beer
"I just want people to understand that obviously just because you know now this, you still only know the half of it. And we have so much more to go like I have so much more life to live and it's really just also about like everyone viewing each other as human and being like we were literally all trying and it's everyone's first time here." — Madison Beer
This episode features a candid conversation between Alex Cooper and Madison Beer, focusing on Beer's recently released memoir, "The Half of It." Beer shares deeply personal accounts of her childhood, including her parents' divorce and the emotional toll it took. She discusses being thrust into the public eye at a young age after a Justin Bieber video went viral, and the subsequent intense scrutiny and online negativity she faced. A significant portion of the discussion revolves around traumatic experiences, including the leak of private videos when she was a minor, detailing the profound impact on her mental health and the lengthy process of attempting to remove them from the internet. Beer also touches upon childhood sexual abuse and the societal tendency to objectify women, contributing to a lack of empathy and understanding.
The conversation delves into the psychological ramifications of these experiences, including the development of abandonment issues, paranoia, and self-harm. Beer articulates her journey toward healing, emphasizing the role of therapy in coming to terms with her past and advocating for greater empathy and compassion towards individuals struggling with mental health challenges, particularly Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). She highlights the stark contrast between public perception and her internal struggles, underscoring the importance of humanizing individuals and recognizing that everyone has a story yet to be fully understood.
Beer reflects on the challenges of navigating relationships while dealing with trauma, her efforts to overcome suicidal ideation, and the ongoing process of self-acceptance. She stresses the importance of setting boundaries and being one's own advocate. The interview concludes with a discussion about the pervasive nature of online rumors and the host's appreciation for Beer's courage in sharing her story, aiming to foster greater understanding and kindness in the digital space.