Behind The Now

About Behind The Now

Sometimes it’s Just Jen. And sometimes it’s Just Jen... and a guest! Actor and writer Jenna Malatskey hosts a mix of episodes and unfiltered convos with creatives, execs, and occasionally, herself. A fresh peek into the unseen stories of today’s creatives and executives. *Formerly called Behind The Now.

Publisher

Jenna Malatskey

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Mar 2021

Latest episode

16 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

65 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Jul 2026

   Just Jen & Alison Peck | Netflix Screenwriter Behind You Are SO Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah, Work It, & Ugly Dolls

   Alison Peck is the screenwriter behind Netflix’s coming-of-age comedy You Are SO Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah, starring Adam Sandler, Sunny Sandler, Sadie Sandler, Jackie Sandler, Idina Menzel, and Samantha Lorraine; the Netflix dance movie Work It, starring Sabrina Carpenter, Liza Koshy, Jordan Fisher, Keiynan Lonsdale, and Michelle Buteau; and the animated musical UglyDolls. In this episode, we talk about how Alison got into screenwriting, how she transforms a story from inspiration to the page, and the collaborative process of bringing that story from the page to the screen. Listen in for a deep dive into writing characters, adapting stories, and what it takes to bring a script to life. ~ This episode was edited by Jacob Mammen.

2. 

   16 Jan 2026

   Just Jen & Shalet Monique | Actress from Tyler Perry’s STRAW & Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

   Shalet Monique is a multitalented actress, stuntwoman, and writer. Originally from the East Coast, Shalet is known for her roles in Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, HBO’s We Own This City, Tyler Perry’s Straw, and BET’s The Waiting Room, Jurnee’s Revenge, and Complicated, to name a few. Beyond her acting career, Shalet holds a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education and a Master’s in Educational Leadership and Development, and when she’s not on set, she dedicates her time to mentoring students and community outreach. 🎬 Upcoming Film: Catch Shalet as the lead in LEAVE, releasing in theaters January 20th, 2026! In this episode, we dive into: ✨ Shalet’s journey as an actress and stuntwoman ✨ How she balances career, education, and giving back to her community ✨ The role of faith in her life ✨ Insights on mindset, creativity, and personal growth 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to the Just Jen Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all your favorite platforms so you never miss an episode. Shalet's Links: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/shaletmonique/?hl=en) Website (https://shaletmonique.com) * This episode was edited by Jacob Mammen

3. 

   8 Oct 2025

   David Madden | Hollywood Executive Behind Fatal Attraction, The Americans, & The Walking Dead

   David Madden is a veteran entertainment executive whose career has shaped the movies and shows we all know and love, and whose insight and guidance have also shaped my own journey. As the studio executive behind acclaimed and Oscar-winning films like Children of a Lesser God, Fatal Attraction, and The Accused, and as a producer of box-office hits like Runaway Bride, The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, and Save the Last Dance, David has built a career championing stories that define generations. He went on to lead as President at Fox and AMC, overseeing groundbreaking series like The Americans, Better Call Saul, Empire, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and The Walking Dead. Along the way, he earned a Primetime Emmy Award for HBO’s Something the Lord Made. Now, as President of Webtoon Productions, he’s bringing some of the world’s most popular digital stories to screens everywhere. Wattpad and Webtoon titles/franchises, like The Kissing Booth, After, and Through My Window, have already proven the global power of these platforms — and under David’s leadership, upcoming Webtoon adaptations are expanding that momentum across Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, and beyond. We dive into what makes a story resonate, where entertainment is heading, and what he’s learned from decades of shaping culture. * This episode was edited by Jacob Mammen.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

8 ratings