Rock Climbing In HEELS? Photographer Reacts To ANTM Photoshoot

[@tdylan1383]

When models don’t say when they’re uncomfortable: “Oh, I wish you told me!” When models voice their discomfort: “As a model, you’re going to have to hack uncomfortable situations like this!” Watching your videos really highlights how the contestants can’t win either way.

[@ClaudetteVioletta]

They have a victim blaming quote for every occasion, gotta give them some respect. They're always ready

[@clickchick6886]

He must've known... There's a preview photoshoot in a building.... Another theory: Mr Jay didn't really care about them

[@shlynn-k3c]

Haha so true, this is ridiculous...

[@asimweishengoma6866]

They can when they shut up😂😂😂 This is so disturbing...

[@nrvouspotatoe1519]

I think he actually meant that she should've told him before so he could've talked to her and made a drama moment. Missed drama opportunity!

[@melyssarevilla1468]

That "I felt I was like... A sea nymph on acid scaling a wall in the sunshine" was so unexpected Ms. Shay couldn't say a damn thing but "Ohhh... Okay". Smart girl.

[@MagicalMissMikki]

I’m reading this before it happens and now I’m so excited to see this part 🤣

[@na1ani218]

That reply was gold. They want edgy and weird so they gave it to them 😆 I think she was brilliant!

[@SabiLewSounds]

Did not see this season, never will now tbh but she is my fav because of that line. That guy is a fool who doesn't understand creativity imo.

[@LarissaFay]

I love how sarcastic the answer was. She was giving them a answer and being smart about why they were asking her. But they didn't see her answer coming... 👀 😂 all their faces hilarious.

[@clickchick6886]

Hahahahahahaha that was genius

[@catherinehalloween]

Tyra's handling of Asperger's hurts me very much. I have it too and I act like Heather. This season disappointed me with how they handled Heather. Yes it may be easier for us to look at a imaginary person of screen then to look at the judges. I would do the same thing. In my opinion, its about how comfortable and trusting we feel in a situation. The judging panel isn't the most comfortable place to be in so we might not act right. Heather is a role model for us with Autism.

[@haleyzwaal4183]

I feel like Asperger's girls have the imaginary eye contact thing especially enforced too? Like if I don't make eye contact with a guy they tend to think that it means I'm intimidated and they have the freedom to do whatever they want so I kind of had to learn to force it? I dunno, maybe I'm alone in this lol.

[@catherinehalloween]

@@haleyzwaal4183 Same. I force myself to look up at someone sometimes. And yes with the imaginary eye contact person. Cause I know they won' t talk back if you know what I mean. We fake it till we make it at times no matter how annoying that statement is

[@Hellakiddie]

I loved Heather so much Tyras ignorance was sadly expected but seeing heather represented felt so warm for me

[@elisebond]

Heather is amazing, strong, and beautiful! I think she went on to have a successful career

[@catherine-eggallergyinmd]

She constantly had some of the greatest photos and it made me so mad (and still does) that ANTM thinks it's "unfair" to the other contestants if someone with a disability were to get extra help. To me they're already on an uneven playing field. My brother has the same condition as Heather and we were both glad she went on to have success after she was unfairly eliminated from the show.

[@PHSDM104]

Victoria's quote forever lived rent-free in my head. "A sea nymph on acid scaling a wall in the sunshine." 🤣🤣🤣

[@j777]

He didn't know how to react, looked like "is she making fun of me?"

[@PHSDM104]

@@j777 That was awesome. 😄

[@ReidTheNintendoPainter]

@@j777 Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if she was! 😂

[@Leoji0325]

They way they treated Heather (and other models with disabilities especially Amanda cycle 3) was terrible. They always expect them to act as if they are able bodied with no accommodations, when they ask for accommodations they are told "you can't have special treatment". They are manipulated into thinking they can't get help for their disability because they'd have an "unfair advantage" instead of yk- helping them perform equally well as the able-bodied people. This is something that's always bothered me, especially as someone with a mental disability as well.

[@Partycitybaex]

Perfectly said

[@callxmexsara]

Some of the things they did and said to Nyle (who is deaf) was so uncomfortable to watch! Especially the photo shoot they did completely in the dark, and they gave him a hard time about not listening to directions or just reading their minds somehow 🥴

[@visualbeauty3427]

@@callxmexsara yeah thank god he's safe from bottom 2

[@vyvii3293]

So much, i have mental health issues and my daughter is autistic, it is vile the way they treat disabled people. Its not "special treatment and advantage", its literally a way to create equity.

[@rachzainhass]

Like how they asked lyle a deaf model to model in the dark like. What for? And what are you suppose to do with a dark picture

[@davidjr9838]

Professional rock climbers everywhere are cringing at this. I look forward to your video about how these models can’t use most of the photographs they took on the show in their portfolio.

[@marshmallow4646]

I'm not a professional and I'm cringing at this, it's just ridiculous and what's the point? I don't think the outfit looks good next to the wall

[@aureliusfransisco348]

OMG yes please jess we're looking forward for that video

[@tinach]

Climbers of all skill levels are cringing at this 😁

[@Dee-ur1hk]

I Rock climbed in my younger years and I think this is complete BS

[@shlynn-k3c]

@@Dee-ur1hk Ikr?

[@danifacee]

I have been modelling for 20 plus years and started at 17 in Tokyo. Mr Jays vague and passive aggressive 'direction' would have totally thrown me as well, especially when you are young and new to it all, far away from your family etc. To be expected to know your body, angles, understand how you look on camera, 'go there' and not 'self analyse' is ludicrous. Also, I think Tyra asked Heather about her Aspergers so she (Tyra) could appear understanding. The judges are a bunch of arseholes.

[@alyssalane3442]

Very good point about Mr. J! Thanks for your perspective.

[@84rt_]

I'm not a model, but I am an artist who went to school for nearly ten years and it wasn't until the last three years (grad school) when I finally figured out how to use the critiques I got. It took me so long to be able to filter out the bullshit and actually take in the relevant critiques and implement them into my work. Taking direction or critique and actually knowing what's relevant takes y e a r s to really develop and these, mostly, brand new models have to have it figured out by their second photo shoot. It's completely impossible.

[@erinpilla]

Don't worry Bianca would put him in his place 8 cycles later LOL

[@paws2reflect]

Even Tyra's pronunciation of the word pissed me off. She brought up the term for ally points, to show how "generous" and "supportive" she is to the neurodivergent and/or disabled community. (Yeah, right.)

[@watsonandbscuriousdays]

As a climbing teacher….since they were not too high up, it wasn’t neccesarily putting their lives at risk..BUT the knots they were hanging on, are super sloppily made. with some of the later girls you can see see that the knot already lost one of its turns aka falling apart. also there is a bit much other stuff like cables in the way of the fall-line for my taste. wouldn’t have used a carabiner to the harness either, when they have to swing around for posing etc...jeez..if you go rock climbing, just hire a professional for a day.

[@morganshryock4847]

As a boulderer, I don't know anything about how the ropes work so this is really interesting to know!

[@watsonandbscuriousdays]

@@morganshryock4847 you should try it, it’s fun :) make sure you get a teacher that is very particular about knots and other safety issues. if they don’t tie the rope into your harness directly but use a carabiner instead (like in this video)..get another teacher ;)

[@nanc2907]

Yeah the knots were giving me anxiety. As a beginner, I saw someone fall right in front of me and broke his arm. I'm like double- triple checking all my gear and always tie an extra knot above the knot.

[@morganshryock4847]

@@watsonandbscuriousdays Yeah I've been wanting to try it! The gym I go to doesn't do top rope so I'll have to find somewhere else but if looks fun. I'll keep this in mind for when I eventually go :)

[@morganelliott1484]

It was the loose harnesses that made me a bit nervous

[@MsAsh3070]

Genuinely don't understand Tyra's line of questioning to Heather with Aspergers. Having difficulty with eye contact doesn't mean you can't ever focus your eyes. She said it herself, the person off in the distance is imaginary, they don't have real eyes to make contact with. Idk maybe it's my aspergers talking but it doesn't make any sense to me.

[@virgofairy88]

Same. I have lots of friends who are neurodivergent and autistic (I fall under this umbrella a bit myself) and eye contact varies across the board. My friend doesn’t always make eye contact when she’s talking to me-and it’s normal for her. For me I don’t mind it unless I’m getting grilled-then I’m uncomfortable. I can imagine Heather falls somewhere in between-and I don’t think it affected her ability to model at all-she was fantastic. The questioning was still weird though-it’s pretty clear Tyra doesn’t have a very good understanding of autism in general.

[@spenx09]

Agree, it has nothing to do. Sounded like she just wanted to throw in something she knew about Asperger's, it was awkward

[@pandarose4077]

the void is very personable

[@MsAsh3070]

@@pandarose4077 Tyra or the invisible person off camera?

[@pandarose4077]

@@MsAsh3070 hahah the invisible force off camera :p like when i saw that my first reaction was just “wow yes i too make wonderful eye contact with the void”

[@JEPiper]

BTW: the "Heather exchange"? Set up. The judges would go on to criticize her for always taking a "profile picture" instead of looking at the camera head on. Notice in this episode, she did look at the camera during the shoot--they just didn't use it. But they went on and on about how much they loved her profile.

[@kailahprice6792]

😩 I hope they’re miserable ppl

[@djanime317]

I think the 5th episode was the episode she did a head on photo and they loved it, but I do agree, they definitely set it up for her to be doing only profiles

[@kameryn2918]

Yeah it’s like if you want a head on picture just choose one 😭 they made their own problems on this show 😂

[@ClaudetteVioletta]

They complain 'bout the photos they literally choose

[@MuzzyBarker]

@@djanime317 That was only after she literally did the entire shoot head on, so they didn't have a profile option.

[@dariakey5318]

If you haven't done it already, I'd love you to review the next shoot of this season, where girls were portraying flowers because I don't agree with their elimination choice. It would be interesting to hear your opinion.

[@michelledawn7446]

Oh yes..that's the one where Twiggy called Victoria "prickly" right? 😅

[@dariakey5318]

@@michelledawn7446 yes! That one! I'm absolutely sure that it was the only reason for her elimination. Her picture wasn't the worst.

[@Partycitybaex]

I was about to comment that! I’d like to see Jessica give her opinion on how poorly Victoria was treated by Twiggy and everyone else

[@kailahprice6792]

Sameeeee

[@ISaidLetLoose]

@@michelledawn7446 "what is so prickly about me?" And right there, she was eliminated for nothing 😒

[@SpookiCooki]

I watched "Top model Sweden" and I thought it was so boring compared to ANTM, so I always preferred ANTM. The challenges and photoshoots were so ordinary in comparison and now I understand why. They prepared them for a life in the real modeling industry. ANTM is just for the audience, they're not interested in teaching. So I understand that the photos from the show are useless in the real world.

[@queenboudicca31]

Australia's Next Top Model also really prepared the models for real life modeling...but I really enjoyed it.

[@alyssalane3442]

Hahaha! I love this comment ! We talk a lot about how the ANTM models probably will not be able to use these crazy shots on their portfolios/real world . But you're right, it does make interesting tv😭😭😭

[@TheAray6]

I agree! It’s a waste of time. They could have done these crazy photos shoots for the show and for entertainment. But it would have been nice to at least do real portfolio photos behind the scenes. It’s so funny how essentially those plain photos that Tyra thought were busted are the exact photos agency/clients look at to book models. She did in fact book 25 gigs. Smh! So why can’t she do plain photo shoots for these girls because God forbid they actually become Americas next top model, like for real. Tyra wants to be the only model referenced for all time. 😂

[@Miumiu0404]

Australia's top model I think is the perfect balance of entertainment and realism.

[@teijaflink2226]

Yeah because ANTM is a reality show, so the main pointvis to make it entertaining for the audience with causing drama (like with chosing the climber as the winner) and exciting photoshoots rather than prepare the modell for a career. I didn't understand it back then, I'm sure many of the contestants didn't either, I feel bad for those who really wanted to become actual modell, though I'm sure some went there for fame and exposure and that they got as people still remember this show but bad for people who dreamed of becoming professional models.

[@devontamosley4487]

I remembered this episode. Yeah, Tyra was such a mean girl to Ebony, probably because she favored... *whisper voice* Naomi Campbell. I don't blame Ebony why she quit the show in the later episode on the recycling photoshoot which you should react to, @Jessica Kobeissi.

[@ClaudetteVioletta]

Tyra was all like "You're giving up" but no, she was getting her chance to escape

[@jaydamay6815]

I wanted to jump through the screen & fight Tyra when she said what she said to Ebony . Ebony was literally UNHAPPY . & Tyra scolded her & called her a quitter for taking care of her mental health . if Ebony would’ve harmed herself , Tyra & her team would be paying the consequences .

[@ledwards273]

She’ll never let us forget those 23 fashion shows she booked 🤓

[@ledwards273]

Correction 25😀

[@teijaflink2226]

I can see Tyra raging reading this.

[@maggiebeth5442]

15:34 "Some talentless photographer took these for me.." [flicks hair] "for Dior and Chanel.." [sighs] "Have you heard of Vogue before? [scoffs] Do you know where Paris is?" LMAO, Jessica your impression of Tyra is both insightful and hilarious 🤣🤣🤣Love that you have the backs of other photographers, it's nice to see photographers supporting other photographers 💗💗💗

[@Jeremy-wp4yh]

If the title seems strange it's probably America's next top model

[@kztwitter]

ahaha whenever im gonna see a weird ad in my city im gonna blame it on tyra

[@MK-gv1wd]

I loved Heather and they were so mean to her. I’m still mad about what they did to Jenah too. This was such a mean cycle and I don’t know why.

[@5117danielle]

They're all mean cycles.

[@tigremalabarista3461]

@@5117danielle true but this one was especially heinous as the winner was clearly favored and had an unfair advantage. Tyra’s Ego won there, nit talent. She’d pick the one who went to her camp.

[@5117danielle]

@@tigremalabarista3461 I agree!!

[@teijaflink2226]

They where mean to Victoria too when they called her pricköy and kicked her out when she protested. And then who forgets when Tyra julledigt at Ebony.Ugh.

[@keniapenalba4636]

I would love to see you review an episode of Naomi Campbell’s show The Face and how it relates to ANTM. To me, that show nails every area where ANTM is flawed. If I remember correctly, they show multiple photos the models took instead of one, focus WAY less on interpersonal drama, give practical real world feedback and the photoshoots are way more realistic. Would love to hear your perspective on it! Also would love to see you react to Twiggy and Victoria’s beef from this season and the scene she stands up to the judges for being told she has a prickly disposition

[@lunix3259]

Nah, naomi was being such a destructive role model. She needs to go to anger management, strangely people thought of it as being assertive.

[@keniapenalba4636]

@@lunix3259 even if that was true, doesn’t negate what I said as far as the show being a far more accurate to real life modeling competition

[@keniapenalba4636]

@@dakotawinchester I think it’s only boring if you don’t have a genuine interest in fashion, modeling and photography. That’s fine, but in that case shows like ANTM that create conflict at the expense of the girls well-being for viewer entertainment are best suited for you

[@keniapenalba4636]

@@dakotawinchester girl what? it’s clear you didn’t watch the show and assuming someone who liked it would be entertained by The Bachelor when you’re the one who thinks it’s boring because it doesn’t have cheap trashy drama like ANTM, nice try. Just admit you have bad taste and go

[@jacquelyn4374]

I looove The Face. Didn't they only make 2 seasons?

[@solarmoth4628]

I’m always astounded by Trya’s ability to come up with a myriad of ways to force these girls into cruel and unusual punishment under the guise of “modeling”.

[@cynbarrie93]

The girl they called "unusual" gets eliminated I think the next episode. They make all the models into plants that "fit their personality" and she kinda calls them out for making her a cactus. They call her personally prickly... They pegged her as the "weird girl" and vote her off for it.

[@cutiechu25]

They don’t even get to choose their own plants?! 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@teijaflink2226]

How incredibly mean to target a girl and chose a negative personality trait for her, good on her for calling these nasty people out.

[@CarboneCat]

Oh yes! This one shoot was a staple of this cycle. I can’t wait to see your videos about the non-usability of most of the photos. I think, most of the finale photos are usable because they are done by those who give the prizes, but during the regular shooting, I can think of one in Cycle 15 (the one that the models have to go on Rodeo Drive and shoot for three pictures, episode 6).

[@horse101lv]

“We noticed you have a hard time with eye contact, so why can you make eye contact with an imaginary person so well?” What? Heather’s literally not looking in anyone else’s eyes in that photo, which is probably why she was comfortable making that expression/holding that gaze. I don’t have Aspergers so I wont speak to whether or not that interaction was offensive, but it was definitely confusing

[@unclesquirrelstache7431]

I am on the autism spectrum, and eye contact for me is overwhelming. I often look away and into the figurative distance to help me concentrate if I’m having a conversation. Heather looking to the side really has nothing to do with eye contact. Tyra’s comment doesn’t offend me, but she is taking what little she knows about the disorder and misapplying it, and trying to make it seem like she knows a lot about the subject. As with everything, autism effects people with it and manifests itself in different ways, but she is generalizing. This cycle aired years ago, so it’s hard to judge Tyra when Asperger’s was a new subject to many.

[@michellefahey8510]

If I recall, Tyra's mom took her pictures. She had referenced that in other episodes and even brought her mom into one of the episodes to meet the girls. It's been so long since I've seen the show but...pretty confident about this.

[@michelledawn7446]

And this isn't the only shoot this season they did that involved heights. They posed as "gargoyles" on the top of a very high building which upset some of the girls.

[@MuzzyBarker]

Plus the challenge that they had in China

[@caitlinsilver3651]

I'm so excited for the video about why these pictures don't make it into their portfolios! I'm not in the industry in the slightest so I want the tea.

[@lunix3259]

Maybe it's because antm owns those shots?

[@manryhood]

I think I read/heard somewhere that a model's portfolio should show them as some sort of a clean slate? Like, no makeup, white tees and jeans kinda vibe? Even in the photos Tyra showed (the ones that booked her 25 jobs) she didn't look or pose too crazy.

[@hollyneal355]

Loved Lisa on this season, she was also the winning model on Project Runway. Please bring her on your show for questions, would love to hear her thoughts on both shows! 💜💜💜

[@ParentalDiscretionIsAdvised]

Lisa is booked and busy til this very day!

[@dg7666]

I could literally watch an episode of your commentary every day Jessica:) One of my favourite things to relax to ob YT right now:)

[@rainydays9967]

Same, I’ve been watching them non stop the past few days

[@rmendez6792]

one of my favorite photoshootd from the whole series. Jenah giving straight Dior Chanel campaign 🙌🏿

[@ESE33]

You should react to the episode where Twiggy makes another comment about Victoria and Victoria calls her out again- and this time, it's a bigger moment. It was amazing, I was so proud of her. The photoshoot that episode also produced some of the most STUNNING pictures in the entire show.

[@marj7306]

Mr. Jay: "Take it to the next level" Me: Climbs higher on that wall

[@pollypocket2282]

I know I keep saying this, but I’d love for you to do a series of photoshoots based off these crazy ANTM shoots, you could show us how these nonsensical shoots can be turned into something usable, saved and makes sense! And I totally thought they were doing to add in some mountain scene and removed the grips, making it look like they were actually climbing.

[@Jassiepoohbear]

I completely forgot that Raja from Ru Paul's Drag Race was one of the makeup artists on the show!!!! I almost chocked when I saw him!!!🤯🤯🤯

[@Jassiepoohbear]

Well obviously he was on this show before Drag Race but ya know what I mean lol

[@cleosworld9096]

Looking at a wall is nothing like looking into a person's eyes. How dare them even bring up her disability like that. Alot of ppl have problems with eye contact first of all second of all wtf does eye contact have to do with modeling. I feel like they could have just left all of that out. It says way more about Tyra as a person than it did about the model. I mean wtf do u respond to that? The model did great at responding cause if it were me I'd have said cause that's a wall not a person looking back at me.

[@GlitterF-CK]

I haven't been on a rock wall since I was a kid. But I remember the instructors being really adamant that I change out of my boots and put on sneakers. They weren't even heels, they just a had 1-inch platform. This deeply hurts me inside.

[@callisto466]

i love ur dry humor nd satire wit Jessica, i rly want to rewatch this entire show without cutting scenes but then i realise how much your presence is important. please make more videos !

[@mim7012]

"..How do birds sleep at night? Do they have eyelids?" Girl I think about this all the time

[@machoman1016]

Every week Victoria was on the show Twiggy had something to say about her. Week 1- Twiggy calls her insecure Week 2-Twiggy says she's unusual Week 3- Twiggy calls her personality prickly.

[@PHSDM104]

She was constantly going after Victoria.

[@pcsmush]

I disagree. Twiggy was trying to compliment her week 1. Yes it wasn't eloquent but Victoria jumped on her week 2 'unusual' isn't an insult and then Victoria jumped on her again. So by week 3 Victoria really made herself seem prickly. I don't know why people defend Victoria so much, she was pretty rude to Twiggy first. Remember the other judges were the ones that pointed out how Victoria spoke to Twiggy too.

[@6thgraderfriends]

@@pcsmush Are you new here? The judges on these shows are usually quite rude.

[@JanWest24]

@@6thgraderfriends they usually are but Twiggy was the nicest among them by far. I think the other judges were throwing oil to the fire

[@ClaudetteVioletta]

@@JanWest24 Twiggy is the closest thing to a judge here being a decent human being

[@Kitkatcurlybirdy]

As a rock climber... just no. The ropes should be through the harness, not on a carabiner and through the belay loop. Those are some of the sloppiest figure 8 knots, those safety knots are some bs. Those heels and the long loose fabric is just a recipe for a disaster. And with how some of those girls were flipping around, I very much hope those harnesses were sized to them properly. But knowing this show probably not all of them were sized correctly.

[@XxbreeberryxX]

Hi Jessica! I love your antm reaction videos. I can't believe I watched so much of this toxic show as a child🤯. Anyways I hope you have a wonderful day!❤

[@tyat167]

SAME HERE

[@Hellakiddie]

I’m glad we are all okay despite its messages

[@caitlinmyriah7657]

“Your eyebrows- insecurity.” “Your toenail- cOnFiDeNcE” 🤣🤣🤣 Omg, I am in love with you and your channel!!! 🙌 Lol!! I’ve been a bit 🤏 obsessed since I discovered you a couple of days ago. ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@90sDRgirl]

OMG Ebony they did her dirty I almost forgot. She didn't feel happy in the competition and she was shy. They shamed her for it, how Tyra handled it was wrong. They took her shyness for stuck up and her wanting to go home they basically had this air that she waisted their time.

[@BIOL6895]

And then had the audacity to get mad when she quit. She was the one that asked to be eliminated because she no longer wanted to be their right?

[@90sDRgirl]

@@BIOL6895 Ya Ebony wanted to leave but the way she was dismissed. "If you want to leave than leave" than Tyra did a gesture like showing her away. Everyone has the right to change their mind specially if it's not something that's making her happy

[@charlottevandewalle8836]

Hey Jessica! What is your opinion on the photographers on ANTM? Have you heard of them before they appear on these episodes?

[@visualbeauty3427]

Cycle & episode?

[@charlottevandewalle8836]

@@visualbeauty3427 the cycle 16 episode 4 Or any of the episodes with Mike Rosenthal. He was a frequent guest on the show I believe

[@Paintergrl1313]

I always felt they treated Heather strangely. They’d give her mixed messages, want her to be a certain way and then they’d almost treat her like a stupid child. Idk it always made me feel uncomfortable.

[@SinginginD]

I want texture and shadows on that backdrop! Did you hear, I think Jenah or Kasia said The models don’t necessarily even see a finished shot on the wall. The retouching isn’t always done in time for judging. So they have a tough time knowing how they really did. They aren’t seeing the finished result! I thought that was crazy! So some of the photos they see for the first time when they watch the show!

[@picklepirate]

Omg that adds to the nerves and reduces their ability to stand up for themselves

[@kathrynfair7089]

Victoria asking Twiggy what made her "unusual" felt like she was calling her BS and when she couldn't answer, she gave that "well I don't think you need to know" comment. I don't remember watching this season but I feel like Victoria is a little bit more "with it" than the other girls when it comes to what the judges say and ask.

[@lunix3259]

I think she's perceptive, it's a great quality because she wants to understand. She'd be a great student, with the right mentor but sadly she got antm level mentors. Judges really think they can make hanging random comments they can't even explain themselves 😂 it makes them look like they don't even know what they're saying, and their experience don't even back up what they say

[@ParentalDiscretionIsAdvised]

According to the Oliver Twixt interviews he did with Jenah, Ambreal, Lisa, Sarah, Bianca and Chantal and they all said one thing...Victoria not only was hip to it, she learned of her own accord how it was set up, but she called them OUT! When I said them I mean Twiggy, Tyra AND most importantly production, in panel at that! She blew up their entire spot! And unfortunately we will never get to see it

[@blackpinkluv9869]

As someone who rock climbs daily, I have to say this is dangerous and they should not be wearing fancy outfits or heels

[@Miumiu0404]

Jessica please react on Ebony's elimination episode from this cycle where Tyra was so inappropriate and shamed her for quitting. After they've bullied her so much.

[@marklisowski6549]

I am surprised that you haven’t covered a photoshoot involving Victoria from this cycle sooner. I think you would like her and her other 2 photoshoots.

[@ladyj2552]

I've watched at LEAST 10 of your reaction videos.. GURL YES!!! Your sarcasm is 🔥 We tend to get so caught up in just watching these competition shows and never hear another point of view. The fact that you're a photographer and u work behind the beauty is fantastic. I thank you SO much for making these trash shows be broken down. ❤❤❤

[@armanhammer18]

I love your videos. I enjoyed ANTM growing up when I was blind to all the insensitivity of Tyra and her team. I’ve wanted to rewatch the show but I don’t want her or anyone else to profit from the plays. So I’ve decided to watch your videos because I get my fill of ANTM plus all the bonus shade and tea you share with us. Thanks, girl! 😊

[@machoke666]

I'm on the autism spectrum and i thought it was a pretty nice conversation they had with Heather. Something people with autism often do is worry about how we come across, and being told that I'm doing a good job at masking my autism makes me more comfortable

[@pandarose4077]

im autistic and i don’t find what was said to be a comforting sentiment. being encouraged/ forced to keep masking can be very dangerous- as autistic people, masking can lead to depression and identity issues that can damage us for a lifetime. you wouldn’t apply the same rules to physical disabilities- autism is just as much as a disability just because you can’t see it. masking makes me feel extremely uncomfortable, it’s confusing, painful, and it angers me today when i am expected to “mask up” in situations that i find to be overwhelming or too much for me and all i want to do is stim, or god forbid- break eye contact. what tyra is preaching is a very dangerous sentiment and im sorry that society has let us down so deeply that we have to make *others* feel comfortable and safe before ourselves. this season is a great example how Autistic folk everywhere have been deeply let down by society as a whole and are continually expected to mask and fit into their moulds.

[@machoke666]

@@pandarose4077 surely feeling let down by society is an experience that most people have? I don't expect the majority to go out of their way to accommodate me, imo minorities should adapt to how the majority are and do things But yeah, regardless, I'm sad to hear how you feel. I can't say i feel the same way you do, but i don't have particular high standards

[@pandarose4077]

@@machoke666 no i stand fully by what i said:) the school system let me down! more than the majority of neurotypical students. health care let me down! misdiagnosed me over 15 times until i figured it out at 32. nope. society fails to educate, and inform that all it takes is a different style of communication, and allowing each person to have that knowledge to help have our needs met- because it’s usually a very minuscule task as example: letting an autistic person stim- or again BREAK EYE CONTACT. these norms are made to work against us, not with us. yes, of course others get pulled under the tow of a crumbling society but nah. this is all miseducation and keeping people aligned to some sort of “norm” that truly doesn’t even exist

[@pandarose4077]

@@machoke666 sadly if you are in the US i would say the country is failing all of its citizens neurodivergent or not - that much is sadly very very true

[@pandarose4077]

however again….it’s the inner working of the system that affect autistic people a little more deeply- my career thru school and working has been extremely traumatic. and thats not on me to correct, that’s the system that needs fixing

[@katiekilgore6319]

I think Tyra's point with her "busted" photos was because Ebony thought she did a bad job and she was trying to explain that sometimes as a model you may think a picture of you doesn't look good but it may be exactly what someone else is looking for

[@АлісаКоцар-ш1ъ]

You keep my day bright, Jessica

[@marshajulessa2995]

The photographer was really good, gave directions and was encouraging 👏

[@PandoraStolen]

I think they should have put something in the background other than just a white backdrop. They could have done space like you said or I think a blue sky would have been beautiful too

[@user-qy2mu7hh6n]

I was considering rewatching ANTM after reading about all the mental stuff that didn’t really register with me as teenager but binging Jessica’s videos is a million times better!

[@hollyneal355]

I remember when this season aired live, Heather won Cover Girl of the week every single week and even the week after she was eliminated. 😂 I wonder if Covergirl had picked her to win then changed their mind?

[@michelledawn7446]

I watched this season when it aired and I wanted Heather to win. I was devastated when she got eliminated. I related to her the most.

[@melmul970]

The thing that strikes me when I look back at this show after ten+ years is how young the girls were! I watched this thinking these contestants were so grown up! 😂 They were just little girls oml and the way they got treated 😢

[@allisonhellman9538]

Coming from someone who actually climbs: yeah, this ain't it. -Why are they dangling and holding onto the rope like that? The whole point of climbing is to actually climb, not dangle on a rope in weird ways. The wall might as well not even be there. -You could take much cooler photos (even in the gym) with an actual climber who knows how to do cool poses by using the holds themselves and their own strength/body positioning, not by hanging onto the rope. Just look at any climbing or outdoor publication to see this. If you look at all their photos, there's zero muscle tension, and so they all look copied and pasted on the wall. -I climbed in heels once as a fun screw-around thing with friends and it's not unmanageable if you're using easy holds, but it looks stupid, not edgy.

[@rachelcox1747]

I would love to see you review a season from beginning to end

[@katywuste9054]

Imagine how stunning this photoshoot would have been in sports wear

[@TCt83067695]

But it would have been conventional. The gowns and heels create a massive juxtaposition against the walls which makes it interesting I think

[@Fringebaitx]

I just found your channel and your sarcasm is 👌🏽👌🏽 I’ve been dying watching these vids. Love it!

[@nixsta]

6:23 I love your sarcasm, and sense of humour Jessica! 😂

[@stephaniebabcock4170]

I refuse to watch ANTM now because I feel lonely without Jessica's commentary.

[@thecomorbiditycurator8018]

Can't wait for that video about why they can't use their photos for their portfolios. Also, would love to know your thoughts about the Try Guys channel video in which the Try Moms recreate iconic magazine covers. They talk about body image and the supportive mood on set is beautiful! Women supporting one another! Love to see it ❤

[@jadynreeder4822]

My day just got 10× better when I seen you posted one of this videos💕

[@janerogers7526]

Could you react to Cycle 22 Epidode 8 where they do a photoshoot in the woods at night? I felt really bad for Nyle, annoyed by the attitude of the creative director and sad for Mame when Tyra did NOT pick her best shot. Anyway, I'd love to see your reaction. Love your videos ❤

[@lucyfurr777]

Your commentary is the best😂 it's hilarious, but also so on point! Thank you for making these videos. It's cool to hear a photographer's thoughts.

[@Dee-ur1hk]

I'm so glad I found your channel! You're a doll! You are soo informational and funny! LOVE IT!!!

[@unclesquirrelstache7431]

My favorite response to the ‘what were you thinking about’ question was Sundai answering ‘noodles’.

[@lalalauren247]

Aspergers is an outdated term - it should be autism spectrum disorder. A lot of times ppl with ASD have to “mask” their symptoms and often is why it can be hard to diagnose or notice. We will sometimes force eye contact, or try to blend in to be accepted (from my personal experience)

[@anna.augustinova]

Jenah and her photo are breathtaking. Such a good model.

[@agathearriat2763]

The smile Mr. Jay had on his face when he said "you're afraid of heights?"

[@destinybarrett4638]

I've literally just made a whole playlist of your antm videos that I haven't seen yet 😌😂

[@upforellie]

"how are you making such good eye contact?" with the void?? MA'AM like i snorted out loud when Tyra asked that. I'm (using my gf's account) am autistic+adhd and i am :):):):):):):):) FULL of thoughts and feels to deliver about how they treated/handled Heather--its all just so absolutely infuriating.

[@jackiewilson2009]

Oh my gosh your little meaningful answer moment, 12:30 in the video, so funny! 😂 You have good comedic timing, love your content!❤

[@fabiomagnocavallo304]

Hey Jessica, the shoot where they posed as ice cream naked is a good one to react to.

[@leahmichele1669]

That’s a great one to do!!

[@thesobermama]

Jessica!! I just have to say, as a newbie to the photography world, you are such a HUGE inspiration to me!!! Would die to get some mentoring from you!!! Love you!!!!!

[@kelseeyyyy]

I literally laughed out loud at Mr J saying he wish he knew beforehand her fear of heights and your reaction! Yessss!

[@MichaelThomasMTPK]

When is that video coming out, abut why they can’t use these photos in there books?

[@justmeok2]

Me, chilling watching this video: Mr Jay: TAKE IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL

[@LeavesofLilac]

It could be helpful including an outro. I sometimes think the video got disconnected when it's actually just the end of the video. Also, you're spot on with how they set these models up for failure.

[@dennismartinez6281]

i truly believed they love Heather, and thats why she was almost all the time getting nice feedback, however at the end they decided to get a more commercial looking girl to be the winner

[@haleyanne86]

I think it's funny how one of the girls was like "I've never rocked climbed in heels before" but honestly, has anyone ever rocked climbed in before? It was probably all of the girls' first time doing this kind of shoot. In all actuality though, the girls weren't technically "rock climbing" on the wall. It was more like they were posing on a rock climbing wall in a harness and modeling...so, yeah. **side note/spoiler alert; Saleisha actually comes back later in one of the seasons and wins ANTM for that cycle. *Also, Bianca always reminded me of Moesha for some reason. Anyone else think/thought that??

[@MuzzyBarker]

This is the season Saleisha wins

[@kiaramiren]

I'd love to see you react to a whole season!!

[@Morgan_le_they]

Every time Tyra starts talking about herself and Jessica checks out, I cackle 😂

[@meganwong9508]

Interesting to see this, and you fast forward to today (where rock climbing is definitely gaining a lot of popularity). Alex Honnold recently shot with the ESPN athlete special and did a feature in GQ, haha. Maybe not super high end fashion necessarily but it is interesting to see the two cross over many years later.

[@J1Ramos]

I cant get past the first 3 minutes of the show. This is the best way to watch it lmao

[@rockwellthegreat7118]

I love how you edit your videos but sometimes I wish you let more of the judges feedback for each picture for comparison! I like hearing how your feedback varies from theirs♥️♥️♥️

[@hoibsh21]

Mr. Jay: I can tell by the way you're grappling that rock that you don't know who you really are.

[@Rachelmotomusic]

“Do they have eyelids” 😂😩😂😂😩 that whole scene got me so good this is so accurate

[@kimberlypollard6025]

Ambreal’s made me actually gasp! Idk anything about her and she could be a fun one to follow up with! I used to watch the show with my mom and sister as a kid but never kept up with the later seasons and I am lovinggg your series!!!

[@LynxEatsHay]

Oh I knew I had to watch this one asap

[@MichaelThomasMTPK]

When is that video coming out, abut why they can’t use these photos in their books?

[@sailormoonworld]

I almost wanted to go watch this show but then I stopped because I knew Jessica wouldn’t be give such key, on point, practical, commentary.

[@chaylaagreen4777]

You had me cracking up at the end when Tyra said the Study comment to the eliminated girl 😂😂😂😂

[@joeyjane658]

I never noticed how much Raja from Drag Race shows up in the earlier seasons! (He’s Sutan, the makeup artist and incredible at all things imo)

[@esra.b]

I am looking forward to the video where you explain why the models cant use these photos! Could you show us examples of photos which should be in a sedcard and which are a must have? That would be so interesting!

[@Girl_noob_fighter]

I have been binge watching your videos. Lol I never noticed how rude they were on this show. It's impossible to unsee it now..

[@ObemusAll]

Girl you are hilarious… the part where your talking about the meaning of life had me weak