Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
Wondery
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 the fact that Miriam is trans. A new six-episode investigative series from Wondery, the makers of The Shrink Next Door and The Apology Line, and from Novel, HARSH REALITY is the story about love, lies, reality TV and a woman before her time: Miriam Rivera. Written by Agnes Borinsky and hosted by Trace Lysette.
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Something About Miriam | 1
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
11/29/21 • 41 min
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.
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Outlaw Superstar | 2
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
11/29/21 • 41 min
Before she even arrived on the island Miriam had crossed borders, triumphed in the ball scene and made it as a Speed Angel but what if she wants more?
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Champagne, Canapés and Clubbing | 3
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
12/06/21 • 41 min
With 24 hours until the finale a psychiatrist is rushed to the villa. What he sees disturbs him, but is it too late to change course?
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Sh*t Show | 4
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
12/13/21 • 32 min
Miriam and the contestants film their final scene. She picks her man. It’s time for her big reveal.
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Speed Angel | 6
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
12/27/21 • 55 min
Everyone receives some shocking news. As they pick up the pieces they are left to figure out what it all means.
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Scene of a Crime? | 5
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
12/20/21 • 46 min
Miriam has disappeared, the producers are in hiding and the contestants are out for revenge. Will the show ever see the light of day?
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Introducing: Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
11/22/21 • 3 min
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 the fact that Miriam is trans. A new six-episode investigative series from Wondery, the makers of The Shrink Next Door and The Apology Line, and from Novel, HARSH REALITY is the story about love, lies, reality TV and a woman before her time: Miriam Rivera. Written by Agnes Borinsky and hosted by Trace Lysette.
You can binge all episodes of Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera exclusively and ad-free on Wondery+. Find Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.
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Behind the Lens | 7
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
12/27/21 • 36 min
Executive Producer Morgan M. Page speaks with Miriam’s former bandmate Nomi Ruiz about her time as a Speed Angel, her relationship with the reality star, and the current media landscape surrounding trans people and trans femininity. Morgan also speaks with Shon Faye, author of The Transgender Issue: An Argument for Justice, and Producer Eleanor Biggs speaks with Andy Dehnart about the strange and sometimes dangerous world of reality TV.
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Listen Now: Suspect "Five Shots in the Dark"
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
07/17/23 • 5 min
Suspect is an investigative series about mislaid justice and the kinds of weighty decisions that detectives, lawyers, and jurors make every day - decisions that, once made, are almost impossible to reverse.
Season 3: Five Shots in the Dark follows Leon Benson, who spent 24 years in an Indiana state prison for the 1998 murder of a young man named Kasey Schoen. His conviction hinged on the testimony of two eyewitnesses – but what if their memories turned out to be wrong? And what if the people who knew what really happened had never been allowed to speak? Suspect Season 3: Five Shots in the Dark is the story of two victims: one murdered, one sentenced to life. Follow host Matt Shaer and attorney Lara Bazelon as they investigate how the justice system failed both Leon and Kasey, and who the real killer might be. Join this unprecedented look inside the attempt to overturn a wrongful conviction and find out if justice will finally be served.
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Listen Now - Think Twice: Michael Jackson
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera
07/31/23 • 7 min
More than a decade since Michael Jackson’s death, his legacy remains complicated and unresolved. Think Twice: Michael Jackson is an exploration of the King of Pop’s life and impact – and an investigation into why his global influence continues to endure, despite the disturbing allegations against him. In this ten-part series, journalists Leon Neyfakh and Jay Smooth bring you a new perspective on the Michael Jackson story, based on dozens of original interviews with people who watched it unfold from up close.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera have?
Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera currently has 69 episodes available.
What topics does Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera?
The episode title 'Something About Miriam | 1' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera?
The average episode length on Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera is 10 minutes.
How often are episodes of Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera released?
Episodes of Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera are typically released every 15 days.
When was the first episode of Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera?
The first episode of Harsh Reality: The Story of Miriam Rivera was released on Nov 22, 2021.
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@theskylarkcollective
Apr 28
Fascinating documentary, brilliantly told.
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@dre
Jan 8
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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@emilywebbcrime
Dec 28
Just finished listening to this series. Definitely worth the time. Exploration of the exploitation that comes with reality TV and it’s tragic consequences.
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