#418: Top Stunt Woman Falls for the Catholic Faith With Brenda L Garcia

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In this episode of The Patrick Coffin Show, Patrick sits down with actress and stuntwoman Brenda Lorena Garcia, whose dozens of TV and movie credits include interacting alongside A-listers like J.J. Abrams, James Cameron, Mark Wahlberg, Jason Momoa, and more. 

Brenda opens up about the unique world of professional stunt performers—the rigorous training, relentless discipline, and deep camaraderie that holds the stunt community together behind the scenes. She shares candid stories of living her Catholic faith on Hollywood sets, from conversations with castmates to the quiet witness of prayer in a high-pressure industry. She also gives her perspective on the growing threat of AI technology in film, which risks replacing not only human creativity but the livelihoods of countless skilled professionals. 

In this wide-ranging conversation, she reflects on Hollywood culture, her own journey as a Catholic in the entertainment business, and why faith continues to anchor her amidst the spectacle of Tinseltown.

 

Key takeaways:

🎬 Behind-the-scenes look at Hollywood stunts and the intensive training it requires

🙏 Brenda’s stories of quietly but powerfully sharing her Catholic faith on set

🤝 The unique brotherhood and sisterhood within the stunt performer community

⚠️ Why AI poses a serious threat to creative professionals in film and television

🌎 Brenda’s reflections on Hollywood culture and navigating it as a practicing Catholic

💡 How faith and perseverance provide stability and clarity in an unpredictable industry