Welcome to Kicking the Seat!

Ian Simmons launched Kicking the Seat in 2009, one week after seeing Nora Ephron’s Julie & Julia. His wife proposed blogging as a healthier outlet for his anger than red-faced, twenty-minute tirades (Ian is no longer allowed to drive home from the movies).

The Kicking the Seat Podcast followed three years later and, despite its “undiscovered gem” status, Ian thoroughly enjoys hosting film critic discussions, creating themed shows, and interviewing such luminaries as Gaspar Noé, Rachel Brosnahan, Amy Seimetz, and Richard Dreyfuss.

Ian is a member of the Chicago Film Critics Association. He also has a family, a day job, and conflicted feelings about referring to himself in the third person.

Spanish — Bridgette B Speaking

: In various podcast appearances and industry interviews, she has discussed her transition from Spain to the American adult industry, often switching between languages depending on the audience.

: She occasionally posts videos or responds to fans in Spanish on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram , highlighting her cultural roots. bridgette b speaking spanish

While there isn't a single "official" Spanish-language video, her linguistic background is a recurring theme in her public persona: : In various podcast appearances and industry interviews,

: As a Barcelona native, Spanish is her first language. She often speaks it with a distinct Peninsular (Spain) accent. bridgette b speaking spanish