Hard Feelings with Jennette McCurdy
Jennette McCurdy doesn't give a f*ck. Except that she does. She gives many f*cks. So many, in fact, that she hurts constantly. "This is what it means to be human," Jennette said in an exclusive quote for this podcast description. She said it with her chin in her palm, taking herself seriously.
Our Editor's Take
The podcast Hard Feelings with Jennette McCurdy doesn't have a fancy format. There are no guests, research, or scripts. There is also no unique sound design or editing. It's only Jennette McCurdy talking into her phone. The actress shares whatever emotion she is experiencing in real time. She doesn't censor anything and says whatever is on her mind when she thinks it. Anyone who's a fan of McCurdy might enjoy it. Even those unfamiliar with her work may appreciate her candid and raw monologues.
The podcast host began her career as a child actor when she was only eight. McCurdy had guest appearances on shows like Mad TV, CSI, Malcolm in the Middle, Will & Grace, and many more. It wasn't until the Nickelodeon show iCarly that McCurdy became a series regular. From that point, the actress became more recognizable, and her career soared. McCurdy released a country album and starred in the Netflix drama Between and the film Little Bitches. In 2017, McCurdy announced that she was quitting acting to pursue projects she could be proud of. What followed were four short films that she wrote and directed. In addition, McCurdy started an interview podcast called Empty Inside.
In 2022, McCurdy wrote a memoir named I'm Glad My Mom Died, which was a New York Times bestseller. In her memoir, the podcast host speaks about the pressures of working at such a young age. She reveals how the family relied on her income and how ashamed she was of her roles. The book also discusses her eating disorders and difficult relationship with her mother.
In Hard Feelings with Jennette McCurdy, she continues that approach of unashamed vulnerability. In short solo episodes, she talks about difficult emotions like shame and social anxiety. She uncovers biographical details that prompted those feelings and describes her struggles. McCurdy doesn't have a specific goal in mind other than honesty. Her listeners might feel less alone in their inner turmoil, thanks to her candor. While this show is not a substitute for therapy, it still may be helpful for listeners.
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