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No Wrong ChoicesHeidi Germaine Schnappauf: From NYU Actor to Hollywood StuntwomanWhat kind of person chooses to be set on fire, buried alive, and launched through windows—all in a day’s work?In this action-packed and deeply personal episode of No Wrong Choices, we meet Heidi Germaine Schnappauf: a fearless stuntwoman, actor, writer, and director whose credits include Blindspot, Birdman, Loki, Hocus Pocus 2, and Jessica Jones.Before entering the world of stunts, Heidi trained as an actor at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute—developing a deep understanding of performance that continues to inform her work today.Hei...2025-05-121h 22
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 16: Miranda Alcaraz - CrossFit Games, Street Parking, and Working Out Less and Eating Cinnamon Rolls for HealthToday's guest is a CrossFit Games athlete, business owner and mother of (very) soon to be three - MIRANDA ALCARAZ. Miranda tells stories of competing, coaching, extreme recovery, and the start of her business and passion - Street Parking. Five years later, Street Parking has become so much more than she and co-owner and husband Julian had ever dreamed. She explains why you don't need a gym or fancy equipment to get and stay fit for life - for YOUR life. Oh yeah. She also apparently makes a killer cinnamon roll... INSTAGRAM: @fearlessmiranda @s...2022-01-0753 min
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 15: Dr. David Liskov - Anxiety and Depression, ADHD, Mental Health Stigmas and Alfredo SauceIn this episode, I sit down with board certified psychiatrist Dr. David Liskov, MD FAPA and discuss the importance of mental health, and breaking the stigma that is attached to getting the help we might need. Dr. Liskov is a practicing psychiatrist and mental health expert from northeastern Pennsylvania. He has over 39 years experience in the medical field, and over 20 years in mental health. He has worked as a medical director for First Hospital in Kingston, Pennsylvania, clinical associate professor in the Department of Psychiatry for the Commonwealth Medical college in Scranton, Pennsylvania, Medical director of Behavioral Med...2021-08-041h 00
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 14: The Vexlers - Stunt family, Olympic Gymnast Bound Bloodline, and the Foods that Fed and Fueled ThemOn this episode of The Hungry Stuntgirl, I sit down with the amazingly talented family of stunt performers, the Vexlers! Aaron, Luke and Caroline talk of their upbringing, life in stunts as a family, and the nutrition that keeps them going - both physically and mentally. This in person interview in their mountain home in Utah does not disappoint! www.pittstonketchup.com - discount code: HUNGRY STUNTGIRL www.oliveoiljones.com - discount code: HUNGRY www.eleventhelement.com - go to online store - discount code: heidi10 @lukevex @carolinevex @ve...2021-05-041h 04
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 13: Dr. Thomas H. MarshburnFind out what it’s like to eat in space - and to poop in space - and SO much more. Physician and NASA astronaut Dr. Thomas H. Marshburn answers YOUR questions on this episode of The Hungry Stuntgirl. Dr. Thomas H. Marshburn holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Davidson College, North Carolina; a Masters in Engineering Physics from the University of Virginia; a Doctorate of Medicine from Wake Forest University; and a Masters in Medical Science from the University of Texas Medical Branch. The North Carolina native is a veteran of two spac...2021-03-031h 33
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 12: Ennis Esmer - Schitt's Creek, Awkward Moments, and Ice CreamMost recently noted for his work on the NBC show Blindspot as , the Amazon Series Red Oaks, and his reoccurring role on the multi-Emmy winning show Schitt’s Creek, actor Ennis Esmer dishes up some great conversation. Heidi had the opportunity to sit down (virtually) in July to chat with him about his life, food, and the importance of staying connected in a time when connections look far different than they used to. He also made Heidi blush…a lot... www.eleventhelement.com go to their store and enter discount code "heidi10" at checkout www...2021-02-171h 11
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 11: Zoë Bell PART TWOOn today's episode... you’ll hear the conclusion of this interview with Zoë Bell where we get into more of her crazy amazing career as a top Hollywood stuntwoman, stunt coordinator and actor as well as where her career is headed now - and of COURSE, we talk a bunch about FOOD. We left off talking about Quintin Tarantino - and his influence on her career and life at the beginning of this episode. www.pittstonketchup.com discount code: hungrystuntgirl www.olivoiljones.com discount code: HUNGRY 2021-01-251h 03
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 10: Zoë Bell PART ONE- Tarantino, Xena: Warrior Princess, and Life in New Zealand as an Emerging StuntwomanThis episode's guest got her big break in New Zealand when she stepped in to be the new stunt double for Lucy Lawless in the series Xena: Warrior Princess. With notoriety from the show, she got on a plane to the US to score her first major film role in the iconic Quintin Tarantino film KILL BILL, parts 1 and 2 as the stunt double for “THE BRIDE” played by Uma Thurman. Her credits following that film include other Tarantino films such as the stuntwoman centric movie Deathproof - where she played her own namesake and was her own stunt...2021-01-1856 min
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 9: Dr. Charlie Miraglia M.D. - Covid-19 Info, Blood and Plasma Donation, and Diet RecommendationsDr. Charlie Miraglia MD is a Board Certified Clinical Pathologist, Transfusion Medicine Specialist, and healthcare executive. He has over twenty-five years of leadership experience in a variety of clinical and commercial environments including blood centers, hospitals, integrated delivery systems, academic tertiary care centers, and independent laboratories. He has been a consultant for a variety of healthcare companies, and currently on the Board of Versiti(Versity) Blood Center of Indiana. He also serves as a Clinical Education Consultant for Obris Education. Heidi and Dr. Miraglia talk a bit about Covid-19 and how blood can be be the key t...2020-09-1052 min
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 8: Josh Dean - Improv, Canadian Things, and Food is LifeIn this episode, actor, video game voice director, musician, recreational chef and just all around adorable and kind human being Josh Dean talks about WHY he is so in love with food (...and his wife...). His instagram page during his quarantine experience turned into a food lover's dream. He and his wife made short food videos nearly every day with everything from making the perfect steak, to making butter. Find out where he came from, how his Canadian vernacular was Americanized, and his favorite "project" meal! The Food Lab - J Kenji Lopez-Alt J...2020-08-041h 09
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 7: Jeffrey Eisner - Instant Pot Demystification, Recipes, and Balancing Food and LifeJoin Heidi as she chats with Instant Pot Cookbook Author Jeffrey Eisner about his life and how his decision to start a YouTube channel to demystify the "Instant Pot" pressure cooker changed his life. "Pressure Luck" has now become his full time gig, and he couldn't be happier. Tune in for some tips, stories, and recipe ideas! www.pressureluckcooking.com www.instagram.com/pressureluckcooking Buy the "Step by Step Instant Pot Cookbook" here: https://amzn.to/2OIjtoB 2020-07-2149 min
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 6: Michelle Hurd - Dyslexia, Actor's Secrets and Vegan "SHEPHERD'S" PieYou may recognize Hollywood actress Michelle Hurd from her roles on Star Trek: Picard, Jessica Jones, Daredevil or Law & Order: SVU, just to name a few. Or you may know her from her explosive role as Shepherd on Blindspot, where she and I met! Amidst her surprisingly busy schedule, Michelle took a few hours to chat with me for Episode 6. We covered everything from dyslexia, to her involvement in martial arts (that helped her get out of some trouble during her teen years), to her favorite delicious vegan dishes including her version of – wait for it – “Shepherd’s” Pie...2020-07-131h 13
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 5: Jenel Stevens - Stunts, Shrimp Pasta, and Social INJustice: why Black lives MatterMartial artist, stuntwoman, professional fighter and collegiate basketball hall-of-famer Jenel Stevens joins Heidi as they drool over their favorite dishes, talk training and supplements, and also take a moment to talk about why black lives matter. https://www.instagram.com/rubyscafe/2020-06-1658 min
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 4: Erica Giovinazzo - Nutritionist and celebrity trainer delivers some serious 411Nutritionist, registered dietitian, and celebrity trainer/coach Erica Giovinazzo talks about healthy eating habits, along with a recommendation for EVERYONE with regards to food. Don't worry - she still eats ice cream. @ericasedge www.ericas-edge.com Petty Cash Taqueria - West Hollywood, CA 2020-06-0252 min
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 3: Jennifer Bartels - Pizza, Pasta, Hollywood, Eating Disorders and DiabetesIn this episode, Hollywood actress/comedian/writer/producer/type 1 diabetic Jennifer Bartels has a hold-nothing-back conversation with Heidi about her food cravings and comforts, as well as an in depth look at her new life being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Jennifer dishes some of her biggest challenges with food and dealing with type 1 and how it has changed her life forever. Also, she is funny. Very funny. BBC Documentary: Diabulimia: The World's Most Dangerous Eating Disorder https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSLjM6cZaTo National Eating Disorders Association The National Eating D...2020-05-2553 min
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 2: Michele Ragussis, Celebrity Chef - To eat or not to eat: That is the question. Life coaching and grilled cheese.Food Network Star and Celebrity Chef Michele Ragussis reveals TV secrets, her own struggles with food and health, and her newfound outlook on life and self-love. Heidi also asks her listeners a very serious question. Pittston Ketchup - Discount code at checkout: hungrystuntgirl ChefMichele 2020-05-1857 min
The Hungry StuntgirlHSG Ep. 1: Jaimie Alexander - Ice Cream and Blindspot and self care, OH MY!In this inaugural episode, I talk with actress and star of the hit NBC series Blindspot, Jaimie Alexander about her new lease on life after a near death experience, how her career has forced her to make self-care her number one priority, and of course - FOOD! From her early years in Texas with her mom's home cooking, to her quarantined Brooklyn go-to eats, we talk about life and the healthy - and not so healthy but delicious foods we can't live without. Pittston Ketchup: www.pittstonketchup.com promo code: hungrystuntgirl www.nokidhungry.or...2020-05-1154 min
The Unlock Wellness PodcastEpisode 212- Heidi Germaine Schnappauf- Following Your Own PathHeidi Germaine Schnappauf currently works in film and television as a stuntwoman, stunt coordinator, and actress. Heidi has recently worked on shows like NBC's Blindspot and AMC's The Walking Dead: World Beyond. She also recently completed directing her first feature film, which she also co-wrote. In this episode, Heidi talks about her own personal wellness journey, how she overcame an eating disorder and created a healthy relationship with food, how she takes care of her body on and off set to be prepared for such a strenuous job, and how she recovered from a near career-ending neck i...2020-03-061h 23
WHATS THE STORY with MARIAThis weeks special guests Irish Writer, Yvonne Cassidy & Stunt Woman Heidi Germaine Schnappauf2018-01-1755 min