How Joanne Missingham Became Taiwan’s Top Female Go Player ǀ In Her Shoes Ep19

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Joanne Missingham is Taiwan’s top female player of the complex strategy board game Go. In this episode of "In Her Shoes," learn what drew this champion to Go, her journey in the game, and how she continues to champion the sport she loves. Go is often considered a complex and difficult game, but for Joanne, it is a defining part of her identity. Turning professional at just 14, she attained the level of seventh dan by 21, making her the highest-ranked female Go player in Taiwan. Learn more about her life in the game and how she applies its lessons to other aspects of her life in this episode of "In Her Shoes." With a long and successful career, Joanne considers competing at the 2010 Asian Games one of her personal highlights. Discover how she handles the pressures of competition and how her friends, family, and colleagues see her beyond the board. Despite Go’s logical nature, Joanne believes her play style doesn’t necessarily reflect her personality. As an ambassador for the game, she encourages everyone to play Go, a message she shares on her YouTube channel. She also discusses how branching out into modeling, music and acting has helped her expand her horizons and improve her gameplay. Explore the life, unique perspectives and multifaceted talents of Taiwan’s top female Go player in this episode of "In Her Shoes." “In Her Shoes” introduces leading women in Taiwanese society, spanning fields from fashion and art to business and sports. Explore the lives of these extraordinary women, what drives them, and how they have overcome personal challenges to excel in their careers and reach the top of their professions.

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