We're excited to bring you the second half of our Barbenheimer series! In this episode, we're tackling another movie that took the world by storm last summer: 'Barbie' (2023). Director Greta Gerwig helms this funny and surprisingly introspective film about the doll that was a hot pink sensation during Jessica and Gabi's childhoods. With Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in the roles of Stereotypical Barbie and Beach Ken, the audience takes a nostalgic ride through Barbieland, where everything is...

We're back with a bang (heehee) after resolving some technical issues, and in this episode, we're talking about 'Oppenheimer' (2023)! This film swept the recent Academy Awards and stars Cillian Murphy in the title role of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the inventor of the atomic bomb. We watch his rise from theoretical physicist to national hero, followed by his fall from grace in the eyes of the government that sees his warnings about the unleashing of atomic energy as a form of disloyalty. This...

For this episode, it's Jessica's pick! And she chose Guy Ritchie's witty romp, 'Sherlock Holmes' (2009). This adaptation stars Robert Downey Jr. in the title role with Jude Law as Watson. Rachel McAdams plays Sherlock's nemesis/love interest Irene Adler, and Mark Strong is the mysterious villain, Lord Blackwood. Sherlock himself gives us so much to talk about as we examine his selfishness and narcissism that exists alongside his genuine care for Watson and love for Irene. This movie is full...

We're celebrating our TWENTIETH episode! And to mark the occasion, we're departing from our usual format of talking about a single movie, and instead, we're diving deep into the topic of how movies change lives (and which movies changed ours). Join us as we present a rather eclectic list of films, some of which we've featured on the podcast before, and many of which we'd love to talk about in the future! Last but not least, we want to make sure we plug social skills coach Cole Jennette....

"May the force be with us." It's a Star Wars episode! But don't panic, we promise you don't have to be a fan or even very familiar with the Star Wars universe to get invested in this movie. Jessica can vouch for that! We're discussing 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story' (2016), the tale of a young woman named Jyn Erso who has dissociated herself from the battle between the Empire and the Rebellion. However, she finds herself being asked to assist the Rebellion in exchange for her freedom, and in...

It's so much fun when we tackle a movie that's a favorite for one or both of us! This time, it's one of Jessica's: 'Return to Snowy River' (1988). As promised, however, we do wrap up our discussion on 'Singles' (1992) since we couldn't bear to leave so much unsaid. 'Return to Snowy River' is the sequel to 'The Man from Snowy River', and is set in the stunning hill country of Australia in the late 1800s. The plot follows a dispute between landowners and weaves together a captivating love story...

We're back with our first episode of 2024! This time, Gabi has reached deep into the vault of her long-time favorite movies and pulled out 'Singles' (1992), a quirky and somewhat obscure romantic comedy set in grunge-era Seattle. In all of its early-90s glory, 'Singles' tells the story of five twenty-somethings who are navigating the period of tension between settling into their adult lives and looking for their next adventure: love. Full of memorable one-liners and endearing moments,...

It's our last episode of 2023! And it's a fun one...but aren't they all? Come with us as we peel back the layers of a movie that goes surprisingly deep, considering that its target audience is children and 'Shrek' universe afficionados. We're talking about 'Puss in Boots: The Last Wish' (2022), featuring Antonio Banderas voicing the title character. In this animated romp, Puss in Boots comes face to face with death (literally) when he learns that he is on the very last of his nine lives....

Instead of tackling a single movie in this episode, we're trying something new! Join us as we take turns answering the question: If you could enter the universe of a particular movie, which one would it be, and why? Right off the bat, we are pleasantly surprised to learn that we chose the same three movies to answer this question! We talk about our relationship with our unique talents and skills and how we find ourselves wishing for the magical abilities found in fantasy films. This leads us...

Join us as we chat about one of Gabi's all-time favorite movies: 'Silver Linings Playbook' (2012), starring Bradley Cooper as Pat, a young man who is trying to find his feet after coming home from an extended stay at a mental institution. Pat is laser focused on trying to win back his estranged wife, Nicki, when it's obvious to his friends and family (and us) that the ship has sailed. Pat meets Tiffany, a young widow played by Jennifer Lawrence, who has more in common with Pat than he'd like...

In this episode, we're taking on one of the more "brainy" movies on our list of shared favorites: 'Inception' (2010). With Leonardo DiCaprio in the lead role and a truly memorable supporting cast (hello, Tom Hardy!), we are presented with the futuristic concept of dream-sharing, where highly skilled "extractors" like DiCaprio's Dom Cobb can enter someone's mind and steal their ideas. Things take a turn when Dom is challenged to perform "inception", or planting an idea in a person's mind in...

What's in your backpack? In this episode, we tackle a movie from Gabi's list that feels like it was made for life coaches to talk about: 'Up in the Air' (2009). Made during the height of the economic downturn in the mid-aughts, this is the story of Ryan Bingham, a blunt yet endearing commitment-phobe whose job entails flying all over the United States to fire people. In the role of Ryan, George Clooney gives us an intimate portrait of a man who feels most at home when he's not at home, and in...

Aaaaand...we're back! After a few weeks' break during which Gabi added baby number three to her family and Jessica launched an amazing new group program, we've dusted off our mics to discuss Disney's 'Frozen' (2013). Gorgeously animated and full of musical numbers that don't need to slap as hard as they do, 'Frozen' might be written off by many as being just another Disney princess flick, but it's brimming with subject matter that's surprisingly deep. Paradox abounds in this story of two...

We're taking a short break from recording, but for a good reason! Gabi is getting ready to have her 3rd baby, and Jessica is working on the launch of her new group program. We can't wait to start recording again soon and dive into all the movies we're so excited to talk about. Thanks for listening! We'd be so grateful if you could leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Interested in connecting with Jessica or Gabi? Here's how! Jessica Heimsoth | Every Thought Captive...

Our movie for this episode is 'Stranger Than Fiction' (2006), which comes from Jessica's list of favorites and might even be in her top three! This is the ultimate "meta" movie, and it's chock full of themes and topics that we life coaches LOVE to talk about. Will Ferrell blends his comedic charm with remarkable tenderness for the lead role of Harold Crick, an IRS agent whose life story is being written by an author (Emma Thompson) who lives in the same city. This movie is full of charm,...

This episode features a movie from Gabi's list: 'Bend It Like Beckham' (2002)! This film was an unexpected sensation when it was released, likely due to a combination of David Beckham's appeal and the fact that director Gurinder Chadha's passion and connection to the subject matter is very much on display. Everyone involved in this movie seems to be having fun, and the result is a sweet, unassuming, heartwarming, yet very memorable story. We cover lots of themes in this episode, including...

My lords! My ladies! And...all you other people! In this episode, we're talking about a movie that we both love: 'A Knight's Tale' (2001) starring a fresh-faced Heath Ledger at the launch of his amazing (and all too short) career, alongside Paul Bettany in what could be considered his breakout role. Even though this movie doesn't take itself very seriously, it gives us a LOT to talk about. We discuss William Thatcher's (Heath Ledger) willingness to stare conventions in the face and pick and...

This episode features a movie that has ranked high on Gabi's list of favorites ever since its theatrical release: 'Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World' (2003), starring Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany along with an incredible supporting cast. Jessica brings fresh eyes to this 20-year-old film after watching it for the very first time! There's so much to say about this movie due to the richness of the plot and its fast pace that artfully weaves exposition into the action, so you...

This episode, we tackle a movie that we both love, but ranks very high on Jessica's list of all-time favorites: 'Pride & Prejudice' (2005). Yes, the one with Keira Knightley in the role of Lizzie Bennet, creating palpable chemistry opposite Matthew Macfadyen in the role of Mr. Darcy. Prompted by the culture of upper class England in the early 1800s, we explore a question that touches every character in the film: What is the role of obligation in the major decisions we make? With...

In a departure from our historical-action-adventure kick, in this episode we're talking about a movie that Gabi has loved for years, but Jessica hasn't seen (until now!): Woody Allen's 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' (2008). Loosely categorized as a romantic comedy, this film features Rebecca Hall and Scarlett Johansson in the title roles, with Javier Bardem and an absolutely unforgettable Penelope Cruz. This film kindles what we both agree is the most fun episode we've done so far, prompting us...

All for one, and one for all! In this episode we're talking about Disney's rendition of The Three Musketeers (1993) starring Kiefer Sutherland, Charlie Sheen, Oliver Platt, and a young wide-eyed Chris O'Donnell, banding together against Tim Curry's nefarious Cardinal Richelieu and his plans to betray the king of France. We discuss the theme of innocence versus cynicism both throughout this film and in our own society, and the way that innocent, earnest people are so often underestimated or...

Archery, swordfights, and Alan Rickman, oh my! In this episode, we tackle what might be Gabi's favorite movie of all time: 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves' (1991). Gabi goes full nerd, and we both fangirl over Alan Rickman for the second episode in a row (because how could we NOT). It's no surprise that it's Alan Rickman's portrayal of the reprehensible Sheriff of Nottingham that drives our discussion about what makes a villain someone who we love to hate. Do we write villains off as...

We talk about a movie that's at the very top of Jessica's list of favorites: 'Quigley Down Under' (1990). It's no wonder this movie gets a top spot. It features the unflappable Tom Selleck in the leading role, opposite Alan Rickman in his element playing the despicable villain. We go deep on topics like what it means to be one of the true "good guys" and the importance of second chances and a shot at redemption in a society that has forgotten how to make room for the complexities of...

Welcome to the very first episode of Life Coaches Talk Movies! Jessica and Gabi take a moment to introduce themselves and talk about where this podcast idea got started, and what movies mean to them. Thanks for listening! We'd be so grateful if you could leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Interested in connecting with Jessica or Gabi? Here's how! Jessica Heimsoth | Every Thought Captive Coaching Website Instagram Gabi Gilliland | Grief Grace Glory Website