Arianne Zucker. Yes, I am the girl in the Access Hollywood video that caused huge controversy last October 2016 during the presidential campaign. It’s definitely not the glamorous title I was dreaming about when I was a little girl. However, in 2004, I was asked by the show I was on at the time to welcome the Access Hollywood Bus wit
Arianne Zucker. Yes, I am the girl in the Access Hollywood video that caused huge controversy last October 2016 during the presidential campaign. It’s definitely not the glamorous title I was dreaming about when I was a little girl. However, in 2004, I was asked by the show I was on at the time to welcome the Access Hollywood Bus with then, citizen Donald Trump and host Billy Bush. My job was to greet the guests, walk them into the studio where we would be filming and cross promote three television shows.
Why the explanation? To be very clear that I was there to fulfill a job. I could never predict the things that would be said prior to their arrival. Once, then citizen Trump and Billy Bush got off the bus, work began. Of course, being surrounded by 25 crew members, cameras and a busy schedule, there was no unusual behavior.
Now that the Access Hollywood tape has emerged again I am puzzled for this reason: Just from experience, anyone who has ever been on television before with a microphone pinned to them, should always assume that someone is listening and when you get caught speaking poorly about someone at least own up to it. People ask me, “Do I need an apology from either now President Trump or Billy Bush”? Well, that would be the appropriate thing to do. Am I losing sleep over it? NO. I refuse to let a situation such as this take my emotional power away. You are who you allow yourself to be and I did not let this event affect who I am as a woman, mother, daughter, friend and partner to a great man.
This is a completely personal opinion, but I feel the ones who feel the need to lie or to use their power over us are really just fearful. Fearful of their ego being bruised, fearful that they will be wrong about something, fearful that people will figure out who they really are. When a predator feels superior it is so easy to pick on those who don’t bite back. I feel predators at one time in their life have been bullied or harassed or possibly even assaulted to then only project it on to someone else later on in life.
I have been assaulted myself and I have spent a great deal of time healing from the emotional and physical abuse. Now, I have no fear and no one will ever do that to me again. Today, we have to ask the difficult question, “What do we do now”? What do we do as we hear all of these horrendous stories of men in powerful positions taking advantage of people and refusing to accept the consequences of their actions? Well, my hope, my goal for writing this piece is for everyday women and the good men in this world to build each other up and to recognize those who have been harassed and to prevent anymore from happening. We are powerful in numbers and it takes courage to do so. We need to unify in our home and work place to protect, rescue and save one another. There is no denying that we will change the pattern and leave no more uncertainty if someone will believe us or not. We can be heroes for each other no matter how big or small the feat. If the people in power won’t make the difference then the everyday citizen can and will. But it takes fortitude. It takes one brave person to start the process wherever you are, wherever you work and wherever you live. It is an unbelievable time we are living in and an extraordinary time for women to step into the light and stand where we always should have been. Equal to any man.
“Inspiring Women Revolution” was launched from my original podcast Everything From A to Z in 2021. “Inspiring Women Revolution” was an idea that budded from the amazing girlfriend’s I have in my life. Each women inspires me in different ways and the support system of lifting each other up and encouraging each other to reach our goals
“Inspiring Women Revolution” was launched from my original podcast Everything From A to Z in 2021. “Inspiring Women Revolution” was an idea that budded from the amazing girlfriend’s I have in my life. Each women inspires me in different ways and the support system of lifting each other up and encouraging each other to reach our goals and help each other take our lives to the next level is a priceless gift we can give each other.
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I co-created a documentary about how we started ARROW-HEART Adventure Camps (formerly know as LifeCHANGE). Our mission is to enrich teens lives through outdoor adventure and creating life experience for the better.
Directed by: Jason Cook Executive Produced by: Arianne Zucker Co-Creator: Todd Zucker
Philosophy
We believe the experienc
I co-created a documentary about how we started ARROW-HEART Adventure Camps (formerly know as LifeCHANGE). Our mission is to enrich teens lives through outdoor adventure and creating life experience for the better.
Directed by: Jason Cook Executive Produced by: Arianne Zucker Co-Creator: Todd Zucker
Philosophy
We believe the experience of outdoor adventure builds a strong sense of self-worthin young teens. We get teens into nature, away from the distractions and pressures of daily life, engage them in exciting and challenging adventures. We believe nature is the perfect environment for kids to find clarity, purpose and direction.
Goals
* Build character* Cultivate self esteem * Improve academic performance* Develop positive attitudes* Inspire self motivation* Make positive choices when faced with critical challenges* Improve interpersonal relations among peers* Make positive health decisions* Honor and serve community.
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