Interview Date: June 29th, 2025
Episode Summary:
Menina welcomes actor–dancer Rachele Brooke Smith for a candid ride from fearful gymnast to leading roles in Center Stage: Turn It Up, Bring It On, Iron Man 2, and a new superhero film. Rachele unpacks visualization, journaling, and “do the brave thing” as career fuel; navigating post-win lows; rehabbing injuries with PT, anti-inflammatory nutrition, rest, and affirmations; and how versatility (breakdance, pointe, martial arts, stunts) opened doors. They close on boundaries, kindness, and building a brand rooted in energy, gratitude, and courage.
Shownotes:
(2:09) — Guest intro: dancer, actor, speaker, 45+ credits
(4:28) — Gymnastics struggles, anxiety, and harsh coaching
(6:27) — Center Stage sparks life-changing visualization dream
(8:59) — Six auditions, three months, wins lead role
(10:55) — Post-success low; tools for mindset reset
(17:59) — Major injury setback; healing through PT and rest
(21:31) — Affirmations, nutrition, gratitude practices in recovery
(1:20:21) — Transition from stiff gymnast to fluid dancer
(1:24:48) — Martial arts, breakdance, stunts expand acting career
(1:26:09) — Superhero film role; theme: even heroes need help
Biography:
Award-Winning Actress & Film Producer | World-Renowned Dancer & Wellness Practitioner | Magnetic Inspirational Speaker
Rachele Brooke Smith, star of Center Stage: Turn It Up, Bring It On: Fight to the Finish, Atomic Shark, Popstar and 45+ other films and TV shows—and her upcoming superhero film Legend of the White Dragon, premiering later this year—seamlessly bridges the worlds of entertainment and holistic well-being.
An award-winning performer, sought-after speaker, and co-founder of Relationship Renegades, she merges decades of expertise in mind-body connection with cutting-edge biohacking practices to empower individuals to reclaim their vitality, magnetism, personal freedom, and creative expansion.
Her transformative workshop, Expression Therapy, combines dynamic movement, emotional release techniques, and neuroscience-backed tools to help attendees shatter self-limiting patterns, amplify confidence, and unlock their highest potential. Drawing from her journey as a Hollywood artist and wellness advocate, Rachele’s methods blend artistic authenticity with actionable strategies for mental clarity, emotional resilience, and peak performance.
A trailblazer in experiential healing, Rachele has been featured at global wellness summits and on platforms like E! News and Access Hollywood. Join her to discover the liberating power of authentic expression—and biohack your way to a bold, unapologetic life.
Connect on Social Media:
Website: www.RacheleBSmith.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rbrookesmith/
https://www.instagram.com/relationship.renegades/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rachelebrookesmith?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
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