Just Jen

Just Jen & Shalet Monique | Actress from Tyler Perry’s STRAW & Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Shalet Monique is a multitalented actress, stuntwoman, and writer. Originally from the East Coast, Shalet is known for her roles in Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, HBO’s We Own This City, Tyler Perry’s Straw, and BET’s The Waiting Room, Jurnee’s Revenge, and Complicated, to name a few. Beyond her acting career, Shalet holds a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education and a Master’s in Educational Leadership and Development, and when she’s not on set, she dedicates her time to mentoring students and community outreach. 🎬 Upcoming Film: Catch Shalet as the lead in LEAVE, releasing in theaters January 20th, 2026! In this episode, we dive into: ✨ Shalet’s journey as an actress and stuntwoman ✨ How she balances career, education, and giving back to her community ✨ The role of faith in her life ✨ Insights on mindset, creativity, and personal growth 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to the Just Jen Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all your favorite platforms so you never miss an episode. Shalet's Links: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/shaletmonique/?hl=en] Website [https://shaletmonique.com] * This episode was edited by Jacob Mammen

David Madden | Hollywood Executive Behind Fatal Attraction, The Americans, & The Walking Dead

David Madden is a veteran entertainment executive whose career has shaped the movies and shows we all know and love, and whose insight and guidance have also shaped my own journey. As the studio executive behind acclaimed and Oscar-winning films like Children of a Lesser God, Fatal Attraction, and The Accused, and as a producer of box-office hits like Runaway Bride, The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, and Save the Last Dance, David has built a career championing stories that define generations. He went on to lead as President at Fox and AMC, overseeing groundbreaking series like The Americans, Better Call Saul, Empire, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and The Walking Dead. Along the way, he earned a Primetime Emmy Award for HBO’s Something the Lord Made. Now, as President of Webtoon Productions, he’s bringing some of the world’s most popular digital stories to screens everywhere. Wattpad and Webtoon titles/franchises, like The Kissing Booth, After, and Through My Window, have already proven the global power of these platforms — and under David’s leadership, upcoming Webtoon adaptations are expanding that momentum across Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, and beyond. We dive into what makes a story resonate, where entertainment is heading, and what he’s learned from decades of shaping culture. * This episode was edited by Jacob Mammen.

Just Jen & Stephen Spies | Emmy Award-Winning Composer for Netflix’s Lost Ollie, Apple TV, and Hulu

Stephen Spies is an Emmy Award-winning composer whose music has brought heart and soul to stories on Netflix, Apple TV, Hulu, Prime Video, and more.  He’s scored everything from the acclaimed Netflix series Lost Ollie — featuring Mary J. Blige and Jonathan Groff — to Trash Truck, Ultraman: Rising, and immersive VR experiences for Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest. In this very special first in-person episode of Just Jen, Stephen shares his creative journey — from playing folk music at age 5 to recording with orchestras in London, LA, and Budapest. We talk about how his early experiences shaped his love for film scoring, what it’s like to compose for an Emmy-winning series, and how he approaches storytelling through sound — whether for Netflix or a global press freedom documentary hosted by Meryl Streep. Plus: his work with Hello Noon, volunteering with LA’s homeless youth, and how to stay grounded while creating on the global stage. If you love music, film, or the art of storytelling, this episode will inspire you. Stephen Spies' Links: Website: http://stephenspies.com [http://stephenspies.com] Instagram: @stephenspiesmusic [https://www.instagram.com/stephenspiesmusic/?hl=en] * Edited by Jacob Mammen and Stephen Spies

Just Jen: The INTRO Episode!! Hi

Sometimes it’s Just Jen. And sometimes it’s Just Jen... and a GUEST! Actor and writer Jenna Malatskey hosts a mix of episodes and unfiltered convos with creatives, execs, and occasionally, herself. A fresh peek into the unseen stories of today’s creatives and executives. *Formerly called Behind The Now. Just Jen Links: Everything: https://direct.me/jennamalatskey [https://direct.me/jennamalatskey] Substack: https://justjennewsletter.substack.com [https://justjennewsletter.substack.com] TikTok: @justjen.official [https://www.tiktok.com/@justjen.official] Instagram: @justjenofficial [https://www.instagram.com/justjenofficial/] YouTube: @justjen.official [https://www.youtube.com/@justjen.official] #podcast #humor #funny #actor #justjen #newpost #newpodcast #filmtv

From Agent to Author: Nikai Johnson’s Path to Storytelling Power

Nikai Johnson is an author and a former talent agent. After studying screenwriting and filmmaking and continuously winning competitions, Nikai landed a position at Savage Agency, where he worked as a talent agent for six years and oversaw voiceover and theatrical work for his clients. As a writer, Nikai transitioned from writing screenplays to novels, including Spirits of Sarana and others, which are currently available on Amazon! Listen in to learn Nikai’s own origin story as a writer, his insights into the overall creative process that goes into writing novels, and his journey to becoming an agent. Check out Nikai's website [https://wordsofafeatherpress.com/⁠] and instagram [https://www.instagram.com/nikaij/]! ~~~ Edited by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jacob Mammen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://linktr.ee/StatingtheObvious].