TOMGIRL with J.J. Jurgens

J.J. Jurgens
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On TomGirl, J.J. Jurgens interviews your favorite badass personalities in sports, entertainment, fashion and adventure.

  1. Apr 30

    Rosalee Mayeux - From Former Ford Model to Comedian, Surviving Life with Humor

    Rosalee Mayeux’s journey to stand-up comedy hasbeen anything but conventional. Born in an adoption home in Shreveport, Louisiana and raised on a rice farm, she went on to become a high-fashion Ford model in New York and Paris, appearing in more than 300 commercials and serving as the face of campaigns for major brands including Maybelline and Clairol.  She also starred in films such as the cult classic The Lawnmower Man, Blast From the Past, and They Came FromOuterspace.  She dreamed of directing car commercials andbecame an artist-in-residence in Quentin Tarantino’s commercial directing division. Then, she got diagnosed with cancer and was told there was no cure and no more time to live.  She beat the odds and a career in standup was born. She’s been a fixture on the comedy circuit nationwide and now just released her new TV special Rosalee Mayeux: Model Mom. She takes a bold and unfiltered dive into her life as a single parent raising two teenage boys and the chaos that ensues. In this episode, Rosalee talks about her unique career path, how comedy became essential for her survival, and gives a look inside her new special.

    53 min

  2. Jan 13

    Heather Jordan - Stadium Public Address Announcer & Radio Host

    Heather Jordan grew up as a four-sport athlete on a farm in Iowa. But this small-town girl had big dreams of one day making it in Los Angeles—and that she has. Heather’s voice can currently be heard firing up fans at BMO Stadium as the public address announcer for Angel City Football Club. She has also announced and hosted for numerous other organizations, including the LA Sparks, UCLA, Pepperdine, FIFA, Team USA Women’s Hockey, and Athletes Unlimited Pro Softball. Beyond announcing, her strong Iowa work ethic and deep love of sports have led to an impressive broadcasting career in radio and television. Heather has hosted and produced radio shows across multiple formats in Los Angeles, Miami, Denver, Dallas, and Kansas City. She’s also worked behind the camera as a fieldproducer, floor director, sports assistant, and game-day assistant. On this episode, Heather gets candid about her journey, sharing both the highs and the lows. She talks about finding the resilience to bounce back from layoffs, overcoming self-doubt, discovering her authentic voice, and following her passions. She also offers thoughtful advice for those looking to pursue a career in the industry.

    53 min

  3. 12/18/2025

    Brandon Verzal - Sports Producer/Editor & Creator of The Card Life

    Brandon Verzal has worked as a producer and editor for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, Tampa Bay Rays, Kansas City Royals, Seattle Mariners, and Texas A&M Aggies. At just 23 years old, he was hired by the Royals to run the team’s in-house video production operations and produce their game-day show—making him one of the youngest people to hold a management position in the history of Major League Baseball. After 12 years working in both college and professional sports, Brandon started his own production company with his wife. A small but mighty team, they’ve produced numerous shows, including Growing Native, Power of Sports, The Icons, Hobby House, and The Card Life, hosted by Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Matt Strahm. The Card Life takes viewers inside the world of sports card collecting and is one of the most-aired shows on television, with more than 500 airings each month across 31 sports networks in the U.S. On this episode, Brandon talks about his journey working for sports teams, his transition into building his own company, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Card Life. He also dives into what it takes to produce a show on a limited budget—from pitching the concept to choosing the gear and developing the production skills needed to bring creative dreams to life.

    50 min

  4. 11/20/2025

    Renee Story & Chloe Ray: Mother-Daughter Dynamic Filmmaking Duo

    Renee Story and Chloe Ray are a dynamic mother–daughter filmmaking duo. When Renee’s mom became sick, Renee was her caretaker and the two spend countless hours watching comedies together.  She loved following Renee’s work as a literary and talent manager, as well as her granddaughter Chloe’s adventures in the acting world.  After she passed, Renee wanted to honor her legacy, and so their production company Two Other Trees was formed, celebrating three generations of women.  In addition to producing their own projects, Renee and Chloe are on a mission to help other creators navigate the challenges of production and get their stories told.  Their exciting new comedy pilot, Noble Homes, just premiered at this year’s Austin Film Festival. On this episode, Renee and Chloe take us behind the scenes of Noble Homes, talk about what it takes to make a limited-budget project succeed, and share their personal journeys—how they found their paths and what drives them today.

    32 min

  5. 11/07/2025

    Marissa Chanel Hampton: Actor, Audiobook Narrator & Curator of Ink and Paper Soul

    Marissa Chanel Hampton began her journey as a cross country runner.  Now, she’s an actor who’s worked on projectssuch as Scandal, Friends and Lovers, and It’s Not Like Thatcoming soon to Amazon.  In addition to her on-screen work, Marissa is a prolific audiobook narrator with more than 20titles to her name including The Can-Do Mindset, the memoir by one of the most decorated and celebrated women’s basketball players of all time, Candace Parker.  Beyond her acting and narration, Marissa is passionate about social justice and education. She lends her voice and support to organizations such as the ACLU, The Innocence Project, and Doctors Without Borders. The self-proclaimed book nerdalso curates Ink and Paper Soul, a platform dedicated to books, culture, and community On this episode, Marissa shares her journey, breaks down what it takes to succeed in audiobook narration, and recounts one of the highlights of her life-getting to hold the Indiana Colts’ Super Bowl trophy as a diehard fan.

    49 min

  6. 10/21/2025

    Athlete Rachel Griffin on her Solo Swim Across The English Channel, Creating her own Business, and Being a Foster Mom

    Rachel Griffin is a marathon swimmer and Ironman triathlete who just took on one of the most epic challenges on Earth — a solo swim across the English Channel. After more than 16 grueling hours in the water, she reached the finish and joined an elite group of athletes to earn the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming, having already conquered the Catalina Channel and the 20 Bridges Marathon Swim. When she’s not crushing endurance goals, Rachel is the Co-Founder of PlayWise, an integrated communications agency on a mission to inspire playful lifestyles for all ages. Channeling the same grit she brings to her training, she’s built a career focused on creativity, joy, and purpose — and she’s also a proud fostermom. On this episode, Rachel takes us behind the scenes of her incredible Channel crossing — from the mental battles to the moments of magic. She shares powerful lessons on perseverance, embracing challenges, and finding fun in everything you do. She also opens up about her journey as a foster mom and the heart behind it all.

    1h 13m

  7. 10/09/2025

    Marcia Kimpton on Her New Film An American Abroad, Fashion & Fine Wine

    She’s back! Marcia Kimpton returns to the show to talk about her newly released film, An American Abroad, which she wrote, produced, directed, and starred in. The indie rom-com combines her love of travel with her art of storytelling and takes the audience on an epic adventure through Amsterdam, Turkey, Greece, South Africa, France, and Portugal — going onsafari, swimming with great white sharks, and navigating the treacherous yet hilarious waters of modern dating life. Marcia is a true creative force of nature with a flair for fashion and a love of fine wine. She’s an award-winning filmmaker who has received more than 40 awards at festivals worldwide and recently won Best Actress for her leading role in the film at the Croatian International Film Festival. The daughter ofthe late Bill Kimpton, founder of the prestigious Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, she has traveled to over 50 countries and is known as one of the most trusted voices in adventure. More of her film and travel content can be found on her YouTube channel, Kimpton’s World Travel, Comedy, and Film Channel. On this episode, go behind the scenes of the making of the movie, learn tips on how to follow your filmmaking dreams and produce indie films on a budget, and take an adventure ride through Marcia’s travels! “The world has so many good people… We are united in art.” –Marcia Kimpton

    34 min

  8. 07/23/2025

    Kevin Owens - Former Professional Basketball Player, Athlete Advocate & Founder of OverseasX

    Kevin Owens is a former globetrotting pro basketball playerwho is empowering athletes globally through his OverseasX and Overseas Famous businesses. After spending years navigating a basketball career in foreign lands mainly on his own, he realized there was a need to find a way to sharehis experience and help other athletes deal with issues they might encounter in their overseas careers as well.  A trueathlete advocate, it became his mission to provide a platform with everything they need, from financial advising, to nutrition, to mental health, to steering them through retirement when it is time for them to return home and transition into another career. In this episode, Kevin candidly shares the ups and downs ofhis athletic career- from starting as a lonely swimmer to discovering his love of basketball.  He talks about finding hisconfidence as a young athlete, the importance of goal setting, what it’s really like being an athlete overseas, and having a spiritual awakening in New Zealand. Kevin also goes into detail about founding OverseasX and his dream for his business.  “By developing OverseasX I’m hoping that within a year wehave this huge platform of athletes, and those athletes are able to handle anything that’s thrown their way.  They are durable, they are resilient athletes, they can perform a high-level task,they can perform a high-level job, be successful and really make good money and make this world more successful.” Kevin is also the author of “Overseas Famous”, a podcasthost, dad, coach, and Philadelphia sports fanatic.

    50 min
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On TomGirl, J.J. Jurgens interviews your favorite badass personalities in sports, entertainment, fashion and adventure.

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  • Creator
    J.J. Jurgens
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    176
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © J.J. Jurgens
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