Original interview series · With Jess Rothschild
Hot Takes
& Deep Dives
Cult personalities.
Cultural obsessions.
Candid conversations with the insiders who shape queer culture and New York life.
CREATOR. EXECUTIVE PRODUCER. HOST.
Jess Rothschild creates documentary and interview series that explore cultural obsessions, uncover untold histories and bring compelling personalities to the mic. A native New Yorker with a sharp queer perspective, she develops, writes and executive produces each series, from research and talent booking to production and release.
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Serving quick hits & deep cuts on queer pop iconography & New York City culture.
Recent guests:
Rosie O'Donnell
Sandra Bernhard
Fran Drescher
Melissa Etheridge
Margaret Cho
Roxane Gay
Fortune Feimster
Jenifer Lewis
Lea DeLaria
Rachel Dratch
Cheri Oteri
Gina Gershon
Isaac Mizrahi
Bruce Vilanch
Julie Klausner
Liz Feldman
Carson Kressley
Dave Holmes
Michael Musto
Mario Cantone
Judy Gold
Ilene Chaiken
Kara DioGuardi
Jill Kargman
Page Hurwitz
John Hill
Jackie Warner
Tabatha Coffey
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About Jess Rothschild
“Cult of Body & Soul” is created, executive produced and narrated by writer, producer and native New Yorker Jess Rothschild.
In 2023, Jess created and exec. produced the GLAAD-Award nominated series "Finding Fire Island," centered on the history, mystique and lore of Cherry Grove and The Fire Island Pines.
Since 2019, Jess produces and hosts “Hot Takes & Deep Dives” centered on queer pop iconography & New York City culture. Guests include Rosie O'Donnell, Sandra Bernhard, Isaac Mizrahi, Bruce Vilanch, Fran Drescher and The L Word creator Ilene Chaiken.
Instagram: @jessxnyc