PLATE & PONDER: Empty-Nesting with Jen & Chris Fenton
Jen & Chris FentonJoin a powerhouse married couple—empty nesters turning their kitchen table into a hub for unfiltered conversations on life's big questions. She's a dedicated inner-city charter school director, elected official, and former school board president; he's a seasoned media executive, professor, and author. Together, with decades of experience in parenting, politics, public service, and purpose, they si... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 68 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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Get ready for fireworks, belly laughs, and real talk in this unforgettable episode of Plate & Ponder: Empty Nesting w/ Jen and Chris Fenton!
Jen and Chris kick things off with the most ridiculous (and painful) 4th of July story yo... more
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In this unfiltered episode of Plate & Ponder, Jen and Chris Fenton tackle the chaos that is Los Angeles right now — from the latest fire ripping through the city and the frustrating mistrial in the Palisades arson case to the ongoin... more
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Jen and Chris Fenton are back with another raw, hilarious, and surprisingly deep episode of Plate & Ponder.
They kick things off in classic empty-nest fashion — swapping stories about Dylan’s first full-time paycheck and his very ... more
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Amazing podcast! Fun, witty, real and full of wisdom & heart! I feel like I’m hanging at the table with them. Thank you for the upbeat lift when I listen!
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This podcast is EPIC!!!
Apple Podcasts5LagunaTuTuUnited States6 months ago - Totally Relatable!!
Plate & Ponder is funny, honest, and incredibly relatable. The banter is hilarious, the disagreements are familiar, and the affection underneath it all is unmistakable. It truly is a case of the humor in life keeping us grounded…especially when you don’t have it all figured out. I get it! It feels like pulling up a chair at a dinner table where the conversation is honest, funny, and surprisingly comforting.
Apple Podcasts5HermosaMom2010United States6 months ago - Pickles?
Another great show and well done by the Brodkins as special guests. Keep it up.
Apple Podcasts5GatorGumUnited States7 months ago - 6-7
This show is epic!
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Two high-visibility hosts navigate empty-nester life with candid banter, thoughtful politics, and what feels like a long dinner conversation. They thread personal stories with sharp takes on current events, education, geopolitics, and culture, all while keeping a warm, family-friendly vibe. Across episodes, listeners get unfiltered opinions, practical life updates, and occasional interviews that blend personal experience with broader trends, making it appealing to those who value thoughtful discourse, relationship dynamics, and real-world impact from public-facing hosts. A standout angle is the duo's emphasis on domestic production, public service, and navigating media/Cultural shifts—delivered with humor, transparency, and a readiness to c... more
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4. Brennan Vesoky
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