In this heartfelt episode, Len May speaks with former Bond girl, actress, model, and author Anika Pavel about her extraordinary life journey—from growing up under communism in Czechoslovakia to becoming a model in London, and later, a published writer in the U.S. This is a story of resilience, identity, and finding your voice across continents, languages, and generations. Chapters: 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 01:03 – Becoming a Bond Girl 03:05 – Forced life transitions and Soviet invasion 04:34 – Childhood in Slovakia and religion under communism 08:08 – Family resilience and escape from propaganda 10:02 – Writing as a lifelong passion 13:06 – Leaving communism for the Beatles & freedom 18:00 – How modelling changed everything 22:20 – Writing Encounter with the Future 25:04 – Story: Brother targeted by KGB 27:10 – Why young people must care about history 32:25 – Disinformation, apathy, and the power of remembering 40:00 – Life lessons, resilience, and staying positive 45:05 – Humor: Toilet paper and Soviet satire 46:20 – Aging gracefully without obsession 48:57 – Music, loss, and stories from home 55:00 – Final reflections on legacy and life’s blessings “Watch Anika Pavel’s inspiring story of survival, identity & resilience”
ABOUT LEN MAY Len May is a visionary in the field of precision health, serving as the CEO and Co-Founder of EndoDNA, a cutting-edge platform harnessing the power of AI and genomics to deliver personalized wellness insights. With over 25 years of experience at the intersection of biotechnology and individualized care as well as expertise in the endocannabinoid system, Len’s mission is to empower people to make data-driven lifestyle choices based on their unique genetic blueprint.
As host of the podcast "Everything is Personal," Len dives deep into the science of self—exploring the connections between DNA, health, and human potential through thought-provoking conversations with leaders, innovators, and change-makers.
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