Interview Referenced Resources

People

• Eileen Gu - mentioned throughout the interview as the primary subject, discussing her career, personal life, and experiences.
• Tucker Carlson - mentioned in the context of media scrutiny and personal attacks against Eileen Gu.
• Sophia - mentioned by SPEAKER_00 as someone she struggled with in a work/personal relationship, previously roommates.
• Phoebe - mentioned by SPEAKER_00 as someone on speed dial, presumably for support or assistance.

Organizations

• The Burnouts - the podcast/show where the interview is taking place.
• Stanford - the university Eileen Gu attends, mentioned in the context of her academic pursuits and social life.
• Victoria's Secret - mentioned in the context of a modeling offer Eileen Gu declined to walk in, due to brand alignment.
• Sports Illustrated Swim - mentioned as a recent project Eileen Gu participated in, highlighting an all-women-led team.
• X Games - mentioned as the event where Eileen Gu sustained a concussion.
• US Ski Team - mentioned as the team Eileen Gu joined when she was 15.

Documents

• Contracts - discussed in the context of Eileen Gu reading and redlining her own contracts from a young age.
• College Essay - mentioned as a place where Eileen Gu wrote about the intersection of beauty and power.

Tools

• Taxi Cab - mentioned in an anecdote about racial profiling in China.
• Elevator - mentioned in an anecdote about being noticed as different in China.

Technologies

• TV - mentioned in the context of random channels being flipped on, specifically mentioning Tucker Carlson.

Concepts/Phenomena

• Post-Olympic Depression - discussed as a common phenomenon among athletes, regardless of their results.
• Hyper focus - a strategy Eileen Gu uses for time management, focusing intensely on one task before switching.
• Redlining - a process Eileen Gu still uses when reviewing contracts.
• Executive Council/Board of People - a support system Eileen Gu relies on for advice and decision-making.
• Weekend Warrior - a term used to describe her past skiing habits from San Francisco to Tahoe.
• Free ski World Cup - the first competition Eileen Gu was invited to, which was a turning point in her skiing career.
• Negotiation Process - discussed in terms of asking, doing the work beforehand, and knowing one's value.
• Self-Reflection - achieved through solo travel and being alone.
• Personal Critical Skills - developed through solo travel and taking responsibility.
• Personal Brand - discussed in relation to Eileen Gu's career and how she aligns her actions with her values.
• Perfectionism - identified as a trait shared by the speakers, leading to the idea that "enough is never enough."
• Small Fish in a Big Pond Mentality - a perspective Eileen Gu adopted that helped her grow quickly and remain humble.
• Constructive Criticism - valued by Eileen Gu as a gift for growth, even if it's difficult to receive.
• U.S.-China Geopolitics - a topic Eileen Gu is often asked about in the media, which she tries to navigate.
• Cultural Bridge - how Eileen Gu sees herself as someone connecting different cultures.
• White Space - a concept related to taking time off and personal exploration.
• Executive Sync - a relationship concept where partners regularly check in on goals and struggles.
• Tiger Mom/Reverse Tiger Mom - used to describe Eileen Gu's mother's approach to her education and well-being.
• Traditional Rest Strategies - something Eileen Gu admits she hasn't learned, relying on running as an outlet.
• Preconceived Notions - people might have about Eileen Gu due to her fame, especially when making friends.
• Emasculation - discussed in the context of how some men react to competent women.
• Male Ego - described as fragile and often unaware of itself.
• Go-getter Attitude - a trait of ambitious women that can lead them to try and "fix" insecure men.
• Sports Illustrated Swim - mentioned as a recent project Eileen Gu participated in, highlighting an all-women-led team.
• Olympic Cycles - the four-year structure that influences athlete planning.
• Stanford's Expensive Tuition - a factor in Eileen Gu's decision to use her early earnings to pay for college.
• Hot Take - Eileen Gu's opinion that society glorifies sacrifice too much.
• Beaten Path - a metaphor for traditional or easy routes, which Eileen Gu suggests can be avoided.
• Nerd Allegations - something Eileen Gu is proud of, associating it with intelligence and learning.
• Physical Therapy - implied as a necessary part of recovery from injuries.
• AeroAstro - a class Eileen Gu has taken at Stanford.
• IR Classes - International Relations classes Eileen Gu has taken at Stanford.
• Lotus Leaf Wrapped Sticky Rice with Sausage (lo mi ji) - a Chinese dish Eileen Gu brought to school, highlighting her cultural background.
• Yam - mentioned as a food item Eileen Gu brought to school, showcasing a different cultural experience.
• San Francisco - Eileen Gu's hometown, where she grew up.
• Tahoe - the location of skiing trips from San Francisco.
• China - mentioned as the birthplace of Eileen Gu's parent and a place she has strong cultural ties to.
• United States - mentioned as Eileen Gu's nationality and a country she represents.
• New York - mentioned in the context of finding oneself alone in a city.
• Paris - where Eileen Gu attended her first fashion week at age 14.
• Geographically Disparate - describes the different locations of Eileen Gu's pursuits (fashion, skiing, school).
• Physical Toll - associated with training and workouts.
• Seminars - mentioned as an academic activity.
• Campaigns - mentioned in the context of modeling work.
• World Cup - a ski competition Eileen Gu participated in.
• State Championships - track and field events Eileen Gu could have competed in.
• Cross Country and Track - sports Eileen Gu excelled at in high school.
• High School Senior Homework - something Eileen Gu helped older male teammates with, which served as SAT prep.
• Physics Class - a subject Eileen Gu has studied and applied to skiing.
• Psychology Class - a subject Eileen Gu has studied and applied to competition mentality.
• Spatial Audiovisual - dimensions Eileen Gu can visualize in relation to sports.
• The Yawning Abyss of the World - a metaphor for the vastness and unknown future that can be both exciting and scary.
• The Hole in the Wall Cafe (KUFA) - a place where Speaker 02 had a conversation with Eileen Gu.
• The Burnouts - the name of the podcast/show.
• Olympic Games - a major athletic event Eileen Gu participated in.
• Fashion Week - an event Eileen Gu attended in Paris.
• Modeling - one of Eileen Gu's professions.
• Skiing - Eileen Gu's primary sport.
• School - Eileen Gu's academic pursuit.
• Brand Deals - a type of negotiation discussed.
• Salary Negotiation - a difficult aspect of career negotiation.
• Productivity and Optimization - concepts Eileen Gu prefers to discuss over suffering.
• Academia - a field Eileen Gu sees as central to her identity.
• Male Dominated Sport - describes free skiing when Eileen Gu was younger.
• Femininity and Sport - an intersection Eileen Gu explored.
• Insecurity - a trait discussed in relation to both individuals and the male ego.
• Self-Work - the process of personal growth and understanding.
• Intelligent Women - a group that Eileen Gu identifies with and discusses common pitfalls for.
• Male Validation - something young, ambitious women should avoid seeking from insecure men.
• Partnership - an ideal relationship dynamic where both individuals support each other's goals.
• Executive Sync - a structured approach to relationship planning and accountability.
• Concussion - an injury Eileen Gu sustained.
• Broken Collarbone - an injury Eileen Gu sustained.
• Running - an outlet and form of exercise for Eileen Gu.
• Emotional and Physical Toll of Injury - an aspect of athletic injuries that is often underestimated.
• Asian - Eileen Gu's racial identity, which she discusses in relation to alcohol metabolism.
• Boxing Gym - mentioned in a humorous context of physical confrontation.
• Tequila - mentioned in a humorous context related to drinking before a confrontation.
• Consultation - mentioned in the context of pre-drink rituals.
• Physical confrontation - humorously discussed with Speaker 00 offering to participate.
• Phoebe on Speed Dial - Eileen Gu's preparedness for potential conflicts.
• Personal Brand - how Eileen Gu views her unique combination of interests and activities.
• Vibrant Social Life - Eileen Gu's active social life at Stanford.
• Physics Class - a class Eileen Gu has taken.
• AeroAstro - a class Eileen Gu has taken.
• Philosophy - a class Eileen Gu has taken.
• IR Classes - International Relations classes Eileen Gu has taken.
• The Hard Way - a path Eileen Gu advises against following.
• Swimming Through a Lake/Building a Boat - metaphors for finding alternative solutions.
• Humility - a quality Eileen Gu developed through her early experiences.
• Resilience - a quality Eileen Gu has developed.
• Self-Confidence - built through being alone and facing challenges.
• Critical Thinking Skills - developed through self-reflection and facing challenges.
• The Right to Be There - Eileen Gu's stance on girls participating in sports.
• Asian Woman - Eileen Gu's identity as a young Asian woman inspiring others.
• Boy's Club - a term used to describe traditional male-dominated environments.
• Geopolitical Stuff - topics athletes are often asked to comment on.
• Human Rights Violations - criticism that athletes are sometimes expected to undertake.
• Undue Burden - placed on athletes to comment on geopolitical issues.
• First Paycheck/First Deal - discussed in the context of financial beginnings.
• Tuition - what Eileen Gu contributed her early earnings towards.
• Stanford is Expensive - a factor in Eileen Gu's financial pride.
• Age 10, 12, 13 - past versions of Eileen Gu who would be proud of her current self.
• Sacrifice - a cultural glorification that Eileen Gu critiques.
• Suffering - something Eileen Gu believes doesn't earn a prize.
• Doing It Easier - Eileen Gu's preference over taking the hard way.
• Building a Brand - Eileen Gu's approach to her career, focusing on authenticity.
• Buzzwords - terms Eileen Gu shies away from, preferring authenticity.
• Academic - a role Eileen Gu sees as central to her identity.
• Neuroplasticity - high in young people, making them perceptive learners.
• Subconscious Cues - picked up by young, perceptive individuals.
• Perceptive - a trait of young learners.
• San Francisco - Eileen Gu's hometown.
• Tahoe - a skiing destination.
• China - Eileen Gu's mother's birthplace and a place of her heritage.
• United States - Eileen Gu's nationality and the country she represents.
• New York - mentioned as a place where one can build self-confidence.
• Paris - where Eileen Gu attended her first fashion week.
• Male Dominated Sport - describes free skiing when Eileen Gu was younger.
• Femininity and Sport - an intersection Eileen Gu explored.
• Perfectionism - a trait shared by the speakers.
• Self Image - something Eileen Gu has struggled with.
• Small Fish in a Big Pond - Eileen Gu's self-perception that helped her grow.
• Criticism - Eileen Gu is open to constructive criticism.
• Judgment - Eileen Gu has been open to judgment from others.
• Trusting Own Judgment - something Eileen Gu is working on.
• Biracial - Eileen Gu's identity.
• Homogenous Society - describes China racially.
• Celebrity - how Eileen Gu felt growing up in China due to her appearance.
• European Girl - how Eileen Gu was perceived in China.
• Cultural Ambassador - Eileen Gu's role in bridging cultures.
• Kindergarten in the U.S. - where Eileen Gu brought different food than her classmates.
• Raisins - a common snack brought by kids in kindergarten.
• Chinese Food - popularized by Eileen Gu among her classmates.
• Misunderstood - how Eileen Gu felt when criticized in the media.
• Anger - Eileen Gu's reaction to unfair criticism.
• Free Speech - a concept Eileen Gu references when discussing media criticism.
• Press Conference - an event after the Olympics where Eileen Gu was questioned about geopolitics.
• Reporters - present at the press conference.
• Vulnerable - how Eileen Gu felt at the press conference.
• Logic - Eileen Gu uses this to explain her decisions.
• Emotional Standpoint - Eileen Gu uses this to explain her decisions.
• Personal Standpoint - Eileen Gu uses this to explain her decisions.
• Proverb (Chinese) - "You can't wake someone who's pretending to be asleep."
• Snow Sports - Eileen Gu's efforts have helped increase participation in these.
• Girls on the Slopes - Eileen Gu's goal is to encourage more girls to participate.
• Ambassador Criticizing Human Rights Violations - a role Eileen Gu feels is an undue burden.
• Stanford - Eileen Gu's university.
• Physic Class - a class Eileen Gu has taken.
• AeroAstro - a class Eileen Gu has taken.
• Philosophy - a class Eileen Gu has taken.
• IR Classes - International Relations classes Eileen Gu has taken.
• Nerd - a label Eileen Gu embraces.
• Emasculated - how some men react to successful women.
• Male Ego - described as fragile.
• Competence - something insecure men struggle to deal with.
• Inferior - how insecure men might try to make women feel.
• High Quality Man - one who is not intimidated by a woman's intelligence.
• Low Quality Man - one who is intimidated by a woman's intelligence.
• Relationship - discussed in terms of partnership and validation.
• Marriage - Eileen Gu's desired relationship dynamic.
• Olympic Work Cycles - four-year cycles that influence athlete planning.
• High School Graduation (Early) - Eileen Gu graduated a year early.
• Stanford Summer Classes - Eileen Gu took these to get ahead.
• "Reverse Tiger Mom" - Eileen Gu's mother's approach to encouraging her to take time off.
• Mentors - people Eileen Gu respects and listens to.
• "The Real World" - a stage of life after college.
• Concussion - an injury Eileen Gu sustained.
• Broken Collarbone - an injury Eileen Gu sustained.
• Regimented Person - describes Eileen Gu's personality.
• Running - an outlet for Eileen Gu.
• Anxiety - experienced by Eileen Gu due to injury.
• Preconceived Notions - people might have about Eileen Gu at Stanford.
• Drinking Alcohol - something Eileen Gu chooses not to do.
• Asian Metabolism - a reason Eileen Gu doesn't metabolize alcohol well.
• Smart - a trait that surprises some people about Eileen Gu.
• Prepared for Finals - another surprising trait attributed to Eileen Gu.
• Boxing Gym - mentioned in a humorous context.
• Tequila - mentioned in a humorous context.
• Speed Dial - Eileen Gu's preparedness.