Podcast appearances and mentions of Jessica Bendinger

In this episode award-winning filmmakers Sean Mannion and Nicole Solomon discuss Jon M. Chu's 2024 Oscar-Winning film (Production Design and Costume Design) Wicked and Jessica Bendinger's 2006 film Stick It.In this episode we touch on how both of these films reflect on methods of organizing and how Haley is more effective at organizing her fellow gymnasts against the unfair rules than Elphaba is at rallying her fellow students to stand up for the animals of Oz. This subject is probably not timely at all. We also have some fun sharing Letterboxd 1/2 star and 5 star reviews of both films. That's something Scoresy certainly would not dare. Scorsese probably would though ... This episode is brought to you by Siobhan's She-Vans ... apparently ...Subscribe to our YouTube channel and make sure you set the reminders up, so you'll know when the next episode is livestreamed. Or if you prefer audio only then subscribe where you're listening right now!Want access to bonus episodes, exclusive content, our films, behind the scenes goodies and more? Join our Patreon! ⁠http://www.patreon.com/4milecircus⁠Learn more about our work in general at ⁠http://www.4milecircus.com⁠Music"Twisted" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"

Our exit today has us saying we've got spirit yes we do, we've got spirit how bout you? This week we are discussing Bring It On, written by Jessica Bendinger and directed by Peyton Reed. And we felt we couldn't do this leg of the Tripp alone, so we brought back one of our favorite passengers, Letterboxd's Mitchell Beaupre. Along the way, we discuss Gabrielle Union, Buffy, more Friday Night Lights, the great cinematic Nixons, Bob Fosse, the Criterion Closet, and a surprising amount of Doris Day and Rock Hudson. Plus, in previewing next week's episode, we dissect what might be the worst movie poster we've ever seen! Mitchell's conversation with Anna Kendrick. Thememusic by Jonworthymusic. Powered by RiversideFM. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF Films⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Ross and friends. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies We've Covered on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies Recommended on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.

In which the Mister and Monsters join me in reviewing BRING IT ON (2000), from writer Jessica Bendinger, the film is directed by Peyton Reed.   In this light-hearted high-school comedy, Torrance Shipman (Kristen Dunst) achieves her dream of becoming the Captain of her high school's championship-winning cheerleading squad. But her hopes of leading them to another championship are threatened when she uncovers the truth behind the squad's amazing routines.  The film clocks in at 1 h and 38 m, is rated PG-13 and can be found streaming on the Starz app but also to buy/rent on Prime Video. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review. #BringItOn  #JessicaBendinger  #PeytonReed  #KristenDunst  #TorranceShipman  #ElizaDushku  #Missy  #JesseBradford  #Cliff  #GabrielleUnion  #Isis  ⁠@Starz  @PrimeVideo  #FridayFamilyFilmNight         Opening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jokagoge/support

We're pleased to welcome back Jessica Bendinger, the creative mind behind two great sports movies: Bring It On and Stick It! We'll talk about what makes sports movies compelling, movie soundtracks, and much more! #indiesportsradio

This week, we are comparing Chasing Liberty (2004) and First Daughter (2004), two films about the teenage daughter of the US President trying to find some freedom and fall in love.-----The Movies:Chasing Liberty (2004)Directed by Andy CadiffWritten by Derek Guiley & David SchneidermanIMDb Rating: 6.1First Daughter (2004)Directed by Forest WhitakerWritten by Jessica Bendinger, Kate Kondell & Jerry O'ConnellIMDb Rating: 5.1-----Find us on:Discord - https://discord.gg/dxgmcfj552Tumblr - @ItTakesTwoPodInstagram - @ItTakesTwo_podFacebook - @ItTakesTwoPodYoutube - @ittakestwonzOur website - ItTakesTwo.co.nz-----

RuPaul's Drag Race first aired on TV in 2009, but the New York City drag scene that launched RuPaul started over a century earlier. From drag balls to Wigstock, New York has long been considered the capital of drag culture. Joining me in this episode to discuss New York City's rich history of drag is writer Elyssa Maxx Goodman, author of Glitter and Concrete: A Cultural History of Drag in New York City. Our theme song is Frogs Legs Rag, composed by James Scott and performed by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons. The mid-episode music is “The New York Glide,” written by Tim Delaney and performed by Ethel Waters and Albury's Blue & Jazz Seven in May 1921; the performance is in the public domain. The episode image is Lady Bunny, photographed by Tai Seef during Wigstock 2001, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Additional Sources: “How Drag Queens Have Sashayed Their Way Through History,” by Sam Sanders and Josh Axelrod, NPR, June 27, 2019. “The US has a rich drag history. Here's why the art form will likely outlast attempts to restrict it,” by Scottie Andrew, CNN, April 29, 2023. “From police raids to pop culture: The early history of modern drag,” by Emily Martin, National Geographic, June 2, 2023. “The Evolution of Drag: A History of Self-Expressionism,” by Gaelle Abou Nasr, Arcadia, December 12, 2021. “InQueery: Trixie Mattel Breaks Down the History of ‘Drag,'” Them, September 20, 2018. “Julian Eltinge was the most famous drag queen ever. What happened? [video]”, PBS American Masters, February 18, 2021. “A century ago, this star ‘female impersonator' made men swoon,” by Randy Dotinga, The Washington Post, June 24, 2023. “Mob Queens [podcast],” by Jessica Bendinger & Michael Seligman. “Stonewall Riots,” History.com, Originally posted May 31, 2017, and updated June 23, 2023. “Marsha Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and the history of Pride Month,” Smithsonian, June 7, 2021. “Before There Was ‘RuPaul's Drag Race,' There Was Wigstock,” by Michael Appeler, Variety, May 6, 2019. “The Pyramid Club: New York City's First Drag Landmark,” by Dawson Knick, Village Preservation, July 25, 2019. “Wigstock Returns From the Dead,” by Jacob Bernstein, The New York Times, August 15, 2018. “New Heights for a Diva: RuPaul's TV Talk Show,” by Andrea Higbie, The New York Times, October 20, 1996. “Behind the Rise of RuPaul's Drag Race,” by Maria Elena Fernandez, Variety, August 22, 2017. “There Has Never Been a Show Like RuPaul's Drag Race,” by David Canfield, Vanity Fair, August 27, 2021. “RuPaul Shares the Origin of His Name and Drag Persona [video],” Late Night with Seth Meyers, February 12, 2020. “NYPD Commissioner Apologizes For 'Oppressive' 1969 Raid On Stonewall Inn,” by Bobby Allyn and Dani Matias, NPR, June 6, 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With hits like BRING IT ON and STICK IT, writer/director Jessica Bendinger is known for her subversive and surprising takes on female girlhood, using archetypes in a way that audiences have celebrated. Today what discuss what archetypes are, how we can use them, and what the future of our industry looks like. FOR JESS' BOOK/PODCAST: http://www.jessicabendinger.com/ TO JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/thescreenwritinglife

Liebe Fans, Supporter und Nicht-Profis, mit ihrem letzten Pick vor der Weihnachtspause wählen Marci und Heiko das Thema "Gehälter im Profisport". Und weil die beiden Amateure sich nicht einigen konnten ist dies mal wieder eine Beet-Folge geworden. Heiko verteidigt die Gehälter über die Marktmechanismen, Marci kontert mit der Perversion des Sports durch Geld. Wenn ihr wissen wollt welche Profisportler aktuell am meisten bekommen oder was man in Deutschland als Olympiasieger erhält, dann hört rein. Wusstet ihr was einen Profi ausmacht? Oder könnt ihr den Unterschied zu Amateuren erklären? Hier erfahrt ihr dies und noch viel mehr. Und wie kommt man zu so viel Schotter? Euer Mr. Irrelevant Heiko und First-Pick Marci zeigen es euch. Quellen Wikipedia Forbes Insider Film Rebell in Turnschuhen ( USA, 2006, Jessica Bendinger, Missy Peregrym, Jeff Bridges ) Musik Tina Turner - Simply the best

Jessica Bendinger, iconic screenwriter and mastermind behind the classic movie Bring It On, sits down with Denise to discuss her career and how Hollywood deals with strong women with opinions. Jessica gets real about the ‘ahead of the curve tax' and the structural asymmetries that prevent innovation in Hollywood. -- About Jessica Bendinger: Jessica Bendinger's movies have grossed over $500 million worldwide, and have spawned myriad sequels, TV shows and Jeopardy questions. Her original script for BRING IT ON touted as “Just as relevant as ever for its prescient themes,“ twenty years later. Her directorial debut STICK IT (starring Jeff Bridges) had the highest per screen average its opening weekend, and was the #1 download on iTunes for seven straight weeks. A writer on the Emmy + Golden Globe award-winning Season 4 of SEX AND THE CITY, Simon & Schuster published the "The Seven Rays” and the Webby-nominated podcast MOB QUEENS is being adapted for TV. New How-To books THE BRING IT ON BOOK and THE STICK IT SCREENPLAY BOOK were Amazon's #1 New Releases in Screenwriting in 2020-2021. -- Recommended Reading:   The Day After Roswell by Philip Corso The Way of Integrity by Martha Beck The Silent Master by Tae Yun Kim

Episode 263: The Crew's trying out for the cheerleading squad while watching Peyton Reed's Bring It On. This was one of several raunchy high school comedies released after the box office success of American Pie. And the film does have lots of PG-13 sex jokes, the filmmakers drop the f-word and the r-word. But the script tackles tough issues dealing with race and Cultural appropriation; making Bring It On ahead of its time. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: themoviecrewe@gmail.com

We are pleased to welcome writer/director Jessica Bendinger back to the show! Jessica joined us in the fall to talk about her screenplay for Bring It On, and this time she is here to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the gymnastics movie Stick It! Jessica wrote and directed Stick It, and she shares stories from the making of the movie along with the impact it has had over the past 15 years. Stick It certainly confronts and shines a light on many issues that the world of gymnastics is still grappling with today. #indiesportsradio

Jessica Bendinger Interview What got cut from the movie. Scary NYC punk shows in the 1980's and of course legendary punk band, Bad Brains who get a nod in the movie. The continued relevance of Stick It. Pitching movies about women to a Hollywood system constipated by gender and structural bias. Why she started her Mob Queens podcast Alternative to the Bechdel Test Training at Muriel Grossfeld's gym with Marcia Fredrick and Don Peters Needing more diversity in Stick It. Our mutual love for Oana Ban and Mattie Larson as both a gymnast  and bad ass hero. Gymnastics, PTSD and nervous breakdowns. Jessica pitches Stick It 2, genderless mafia gymnastics revolution or Stick It 2, the horror version: Escape from the Ranch. Listen to our full episode about  the movie 422: Stick It (Commissioned) JOIN CLUB GYM NERD  Join Club Gym Nerd for access to Behind the Scenes episodes. Behind The Scenes: Project K Behind The Scenes: LIVE after NCAA Finals Behind The Scenes: Live After NCAA Semifinal I Behind The Scenes: Aimee Boorman to the Netherlands Behind The Scenes: Beam Smash Regionals Buy our awesome clothing and gifts here. We have masks too! RELATED EPISODES 422: Stick It (Commissioned) Episode 36: Maddy Curley from Stick It and Brooke Buffington On Their New Gymnastics Movie! 368: No-No-Nunnoisms (Commissioned) 367: Shawn and Nastia: From Feud to Friendship (Commissioned) 365: 1988 Olympics Team Competition (Commissioned) Unitard Revolution Behind The Scenes: Project K Michigan Wins! Behind The Scenes: LIVE after NCAA Finals Soviet Gymnastics: Not the Specter of Evil (Commissioned) Behind The Scenes: Live After NCAA Semifinal I 2021 NCAA Championship Preview Behind The Scenes: Aimee Boorman to the Netherlands Regionals Got Weird Behind The Scenes: Beam Smash Regionals

MEET JESSICA.  Jessica Bendinger's movies have grossed over $500 million worldwide, and have spawned myriad sequels, TV shows and Jeopardy questions. Her directorial debut STICK IT (starring Jeff Bridges) had the highest per screen average its' opening weekend, and was the #1 download on iTunes for 7 straight weeks.    An acclaimed Hollywood screenwriter who launched onto the scene with her original script BRING IT ON (which debuted at #1 in the box office and remained there for two weeks), Jessica was named by Glamour Magazine as one of Hollywood’s Most Powerful Women Under 40. Bendinger was a writer on the Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning Season Four of SEX AND THE CITY, credited on the episode entitled, "TIME & PUNISHMENT."    A former journalist for SPIN Magazine + MTV News, Jessica also directed music videos for artists such as Queen Latifah, Steady B, Coro, Tony Terry, Warrior Soul, Masters of Reality and Loudness.  Her Queen Latifah video for FLY GIRL was nominated for two Billboard Awards: Best Rap Video and Best Director/Rap Video.  Jessica's screenwriting credits include: THE TRUTH ABOUT CHARLIE, FIRST DAUGHTER and AQUAMARINE.  Her uncredited work includes:WHAT A GIRL WANTS, FREAKY FRIDAY, MEAN GIRLS, CHARLIE'S ANGELS 2, JUST LIKE HEAVEN, GHOSTS OF GIRLFRIENDS PAST, G-FORCE and HITCH. She wrote and directed the teen gymnastics hit STICK IT, which got a gold medal podium shout-out during the 2008 Olympics broadcast...as US Champion Nastia Liukin won gold in the All-Around Competition.       Simon & Schuster published debut novel "The Seven Rays" in 2009. Her original television pilots for THE 7 RAYS, LADYLIKE and CLOCKED are in development.  An avid songwriter, Bendinger co-wrote “Hurts to Think” for Miranda Lambert’s last album, FOUR THE RECORD, and has been collaborating on a new stage musical called PSYCHED, a comedic journey through the wonderful world of mental health.      Jessica lives in Hollywood with her dog Minnie

"This is not a democracy, it's a cheerocracy." Sports movie week! We are thrilled to welcome Jessica Bendinger, who is responsible for two great sports movies: the gymnastics film Stick It and the immortal cheerleading classic Bring It On. We talk to Jessica about the stories behind both movies and much more. #indiesportsradio

This week, Jordan and Brooke talk Jessica Bendinger’s 2006 gymnastic-tastic movie, which includes delightful elements like wholesome Jeff Bridges, trippy kaleidoscope cinematography, quips for days, and (most importantly) Missy Peregrym’s abs.Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/QueerQuadrant

Director Peyton Reed and writer Jessica Bendinger join us for a special bonus episode of the show to discuss Bring It On's (starring Kirsten Dunst, Gabrielle Union, Eliza Dushku) 20th anniversary. *ReelBlend Premium!* Sign up for an extra episode a week, a bi-weekly newsletter from Sean, and ad-free episodes at bit.ly/reelblendpremium ( https://bit.ly/reelblendpremium ). *ReelBlend on YouTube* Be sure to subscribe to ** ReelBlend ( https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYIG77MzbUQ40aaWF3nX2FA ) on YouTube (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendYT) for full episodes of the show in video form. Also, don't miss out on exclusive clips that don't make the main show by subscribing to our Clips channel ( https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaPOk-AwSmGlZQdw6NJrqmw ) (http://bit.ly/ReelBlendClips). *Follow The Show Here* ReelBlend - *@ReelBlend* ( https://twitter.com/ReelBlend ) Sean - *@Sean_OConnell* ( https://twitter.com/Sean_OConnell ) Jake - *@JakesTakes* ( https://twitter.com/JakesTakes ) Kevin - *@KevinMcCarthyTV* ( https://twitter.com/KevinMcCarthyTV ) Gabe - *@gabeKovacs* ( https://twitter.com/gabekovacs ) *ReelBlend Merch* We have all kinds of fun merch for dedicated Blenders to flaunt their fandom with pride. ( cinemablend.com/shop ( https://app.redcircle.com/shows/0c2b4c55-eca7-471e-9354-4f307fc4169c/ep/cinemablend.com/shop ) ) Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/reelblend/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

En este episodio de Back to the Movies! Mark, Gabriel, Rafa y El Watcher comienzan el mes de agosto, mes en el que conversaron sobre películas relacionadas a el tema de Back to School, conversando sobre Bring it On (2000), película protagonizada por Kristen Dunst, Gabrielle Union y Eliza Dushku y que fue escrita por Jessica Bendinger y dirigida por Peyton Reed. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cultura-secuencial/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cultura-secuencial/support

It's not a democracy - it's a pod-ocracy! This week we're looking at Peyton Reed's directorial debut, the iconic 2000 cheerleading movie Bring It On. Join in as we take a look at underappreciated sports, the mixed career of screenwriter Jessica Bendinger, advanced chemistry, and disappointingly homophobic language. Plus: Why won't anyone let Peyton Reed make a musical? Why isn't this movie about the Clovers? How is the movie different from the stage version? And, most importantly, where are all the adults?!? Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe! Next week: Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/we-love-the-love/message

Mary Payne and her friend Doug Budin thought they were going to spend today’s episode recapping the hit podcast, Mob Queens. Instead, they got something better: a surprise entrance by Mob Queens co-host Michael Seligman. Mary Payne and Doug asked Michael their burning questions about the fascinating and mysterious Anna Genovese, a 20th-century New York mob wife and drag club maven. The Hidden Story of a Mob Wife Michael and his co-host, Jessica Bendinger, began researching Anna Genovese several years ago when they stumbled upon Anna’s name in numerous places across New York City. They began to research who she was--leading years of public records searches, followed by interviews with her surviving grandchildren and former mobsters. Anna was the wife of Vito Genovese, a major player of the Genovese crime family in the 20th century. She also operated a speakeasy drag club in downtown New York, helping to solidify long-running ties between the drag community and mobsters. Anna eventually divorced her husband Vito and had a female romantic partner named Jackie (who herself was a drag king).  A woman ahead of her times, Anna is an adorned figure in some drag communities and the subject of rumors and speculation. During the Mob Queens podcast, Michael and Jessica separate fact from fiction and try to uncover the truth behind Anna’s folklore.  Questions, Answered Mary Payne and Doug had A LOT of questions for Michael when he entered the conversation. Some include: Was Anna a CIA agent? Are her grandchildren in the mob? Why is her name excluded from her tombstone? Was it nerve-racking to interview former mobsters? Take a listen to hear Michael’s answers! A Host’s Ancestral Journey  Another major aspect of Mob Queens was Michael’s journey to discover his family roots. While the results of his ancestral journey weren’t what he expected, Michael has received reassuring feedback from many of listeners who had gone through similar experiences.  Mary Payne and Doug agree that--albeit disappointing--Michael’s ancestral history search was touching and real. It didn’t need a fairytale ending. You can catch up on all of the Payne in the Pod episodes, here. Become a patron to receive even more exclusive content from Mary Payne including in-depth conversations that you won’t find anywhere else! Podcast Recommendations: The Jungle Prince The Shrink Next Door Find Doug at:  Instagram – @dougbudin Jeff Lewis Live on Radio Andy (SiriusXM Channel 102) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's DIP is the one and only, Jessica Bendinger (Bring It On, Sex and the City, Mob Queens podcast) who has had an anything but a normal rise to the top!  Jessica lets us in on all the hardships and resilience it takes to get anything made in Hollywood and why you can't be a jerk in this industry.  Plus, she'll share some crazy stories from friendships with people like Russell Simons to dancing on stage with the Beastie Boys. Shop this episode Becca Ultimate Lipstick Love, Sorbet själ Bio-Regeneratif Active Energy Lift Serum CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion AM SPF 30 Eye Scrub Sterile Eye Makeup Remover & Eyelid Cleansing Pads Smashbox Always Sharp Lip Liner, Crimson SEPHORA COLLECTION Cream Lip Stain 01 Always Red Episilk Pure HA Dr. Sebagh - Rose De Vie Serum All Amazon links provided are part of our Amazon Affiliate partnership. The Make Down earns a small commission at no extra cost to you.  Thanks in advance for helping to support this free podcast!

In this awesome episode, Co-Founder Danielle Canty is chatting with Jess Bendinger. Jess is an acclaimed Hollywood screenwriter who launched onto the scene with her original script BRING IT ON. She was a writer on the Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning Season Four of SEX AND THE CITY and her directorial debut STICK IT had the highest per-screen average on its' opening weekend, and was the #1 download on iTunes for 7 straight weeks.   Jess shares her powerful story as a creative, how to live with a student mentality, taking risks and overcoming rejection.   Together they talk about how to get started in a creative career, flow state and creating a culture that’s conducive to high-performance and productivity.   Discover how to grow your audience on Instagram by 10,000 ideal clients in 30 days: https://bossbabe.com/growthatinsta

Check out Mob Queens, a new podcast from Stitcher! Mob stories are always all about the guys. But not this one. Anna Genovese is a New York drag club maven and bad-ass mob wife. Hollywood besties Jessica Bendinger (writer, Bring It On) and Michael Seligman (writer, RuPaul’s Drag Race) are obsessed. They piece together Anna's story, racing between speakeasies, mob informants and former drag queens. But will their heroine's secrets unlock more than they want to know about Anna... and themselves? Mob Queens is out NOW - listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Mob Queens is a new podcast from the Stitcher team! Mob stories are always all about the guys. But not this one. Anna Genovese is a New York drag club maven and bad-ass mob wife. Hollywood besties Jessica Bendinger (writer, Bring It On) and Michael Seligman (writer, RuPaul’s Drag Race) are obsessed. They piece together Anna's story, racing between speakeasies, mob informants and former drag queens. But will their heroine's secrets unlock more than they want to know about Anna... and themselves? Mob Queens is out NOW - listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Check out Mob Queens, a new podcast from Stitcher! Mob stories are always all about the guys. But not this one. Anna Genovese is a New York drag club maven and bad-ass mob wife. Hollywood besties Jessica Bendinger (writer, Bring It On) and Michael Seligman (writer, RuPaul’s Drag Race) are obsessed. They piece together Anna's story, racing between speakeasies, mob informants and former drag queens. But will their heroine's secrets unlock more than they want to know about Anna... and themselves? Mob Queens is out NOW - listen wherever you get your podcasts. Support the show.

Anna Genovese's glittery, daring and dangerous life story has been overshadowed by the violent exploits of her mobster husband, Vito Genovese – head of New York's Genovese Crime Family. Now, hosts Jessica Bendinger and Michael Seligman are unearthing Anna's past, and piecing together how she rose from meagre beginnings to become a master player in the mob's ruthless game of chess. You can listen to ad-free new episodes of Mob Queens, only on Stitcher Premium. For a free month of Stitcher Premium, go to stitcherpremium.com and use promo code ‘MOBQUEENS.' This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp (www.betterhelp.com/mobqueens code: MOBQUEENS) and True & Co (www.trueandco.com/mobqueens code: mobqueens).

Join Mike & Donny as they chat with Jessica Bendinger, a screenwriter, author, songwriter, and podcaster. Her films have grossed over half a billion worldwide including "Bring It On," "Stick It," and "Aquamarine." She's written for shows like "Sex and the City," and artists like Miranda Lambert. Hear Jessica break down her origin stories from working at SPIN Magazine to directing films, her best advice, and approach to staying creative in this candid chat over tequila. Lean in as Jessica gives up the secrets to life, the universe, and everything as this week's Secret Mentor. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/secretmentor/support

First off, let’s try to forget that I didn’t press the right button on the Tascam recorder when I recorded this episode and so, yah, it sounds a little - well - ECHO-y. But... you WILL forget because once you listen to what Jessica has to say, she could be speaking into a Dixie cup and it wouldn’t make a difference. She’s chock full of so much goodness. We cover everything from making it (big time) as a woman in the thick of the Hollywood male-gate-keeper matrix (Jessica wrote and directed the blockbuster "Bring It On" and "Stick It”) to neuro-plasticity (did I spell that right?) of the brain and then we do a full spiritual deep dive and swoop into how to properly break up with an oracle. Yah, you heard me. We get into attachment theory, all kinds of psychological goodies (Think inner-child work and therapeutic modalities) back to the Hollywood vortex and of course how we met when she cast me at 19 to be in a Freestyle Coro music video back in the day. Turn up the volume - no turn it UP, cuz my sound skills were not on point and geek out on Jessica’s brain with me! I was going to write down all the amazing people she talked about but I was too tired so just listen carefully and take notes (not while driving, k?) http://www.jessicabendinger.com/ Episode brought to you by: Sun Potion – My obsessive crush https://bit.ly/2LbS4Zd Paleta: Delicious farm to table and the new Keto home delivery meals and cleanse http://paleta.com/  CODE : GROOMEDLA20 Bedjet: https://bit.ly/2IsoRYj My secret sleep hack weapon! Cool or heat your side of the bed. doTERRA: The essential oils I can’t live without. https://bit.ly/2KyfGX2 Audio Production: Analog Candle

Accomplished writer/director/novelist and song-writer Jessica Bendinger talks about story and the need to become a “missionary” for your project.

Hollywood screenwriter Jessica Bendinger shares Tales of traveling through Asia and her younger days as a model living in Europe.

Check out the Sessions podcast with Jessica Bendinger, writer and director who’s work includes Bring It On, Stick It, Hitch, Sex In The City, Mean Girls, and more.   Peep it! Download