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Things That Are Blank - Game ShowSeason 3 in ReviewJoin Kit Sekelsky, Jonathan Oakes, and, of course, Nick Groves as they recap season 3 of Things That Are Blank and discuss the highlights, lowlights, and trends of the season. And possibly talk a little bit about what season 4 may look like. Enjoy!2024-12-1746 min
FourPlay - A Game of ConnectionsJonathan Oakes Game 2Jonathan made his way through the puzzle last week, so he's back again to see if he can get win number two. Listen in and play along! Here are today’s clues: 1. brief, book, worker, peruse. 2. smart, Fighter, Wall, Easy. 3. Emma, cold, weight, unconventional sheath?. 4. room, department, book, Super. 2023-10-2713 minFourPlay - A Game of ConnectionsJonathan Oakes Game 1OMG overlord Jonathan Oakes is in the contestant seat this week. How will he do? Listen in and find out! Here are today’s clues: 1. mostly invisible podcaster?, masculine origin?, 4th of 8, Texas ghost town. 2. potato, tossed, Fingers, schizophasia. 3. 1994 superhero, boast, rook relative, eat. 4. carry counterpart, Highwayman, flow, Russell's 1989 Cop. 2023-10-2011 min
Talking FatSummer ExtravaganzaTo answer the question lingering in the air... No, Talking Fat is not going anywhere. The scoop is that Jonathan has been overwhelmed with change this summer and failed to post the episodes for a few weeks. But, on a positive note, Jen and Jonathan WERE Recording. So this week's episode is actually a multi episode extraganza with more than a couple twists and turns.2022-09-062h 45FourPlay - A Game of ConnectionsJonathan Oakes Game 2After winning last week, Jonathan Oakes is back again to see if he can make this week's connections! Here are today’s clues: 1. Grip, President, Miami, Squad. 2. Princess, Groomer?, Thurman Role, Wars. 3. Planet, White, Galaxy, Red. 4. Charlie, Field, Dream, Flag.2022-02-2516 minFourPlay - A Game of ConnectionsJonathan Oakes Game 1Jonathan Oakes, that guy you've probably heard of, is in the contestant seat this week as he tries to make the connections. Enjoy! Here are today’s clues: 1. Love of roots?, Johnny, Crusade, Galaxy. 2. Daddy, Powder, Toke, Cream. 3. Result, Ninja, Fly, Passion. 4. Chin, Daily, Positive Negatives, Dare.2022-02-1811 minTalking FatTalking Fat 116Jen is in Porto telling us about Francesinha's while Jonathan is in Jacksonville doing Jonathan things.2022-02-0434 minTalking Fat100 Shows, 100 PoundsJen and Jonathan are back at it again. Jen is drinking water at football games while Jonathan is choosing ballpark food over festival food. Enjoy!2021-09-3040 minTalking FatChef JonathanJen is running in Vegas while Jonathan's cooking in the kitchen.2021-09-0833 minTalking FatCOVID FreeJonathan is Covid free and feeling good. Jen is back in Vegas and glad that she has a week before she has to weigh in :-D 2021-09-0132 minTalking FatCovid PositiveThis week Jen is in Pittsburgh eating huge sandwiches while Jonathan hits a milestone talks about being Covid positive.2021-08-2632 minTalking FatBig SwingJen is back on track in Pittsburgh while Jonathan continues to surprise Jen with his ability to deliver a big swing in the span of a week.2021-08-1827 minTalking FatNashVegas!Jonathan and Jen are fresh off an awesome week in Nashville and then again in Las Vegas for Jen. However all hope is not lost. Check in on J & J and see how they are recovering. Enjoy!2021-08-1231 minTalking FatTalking Fat LiveJen and Jonathan are on location in Nashville Tennessee!2021-08-0443 minThings That Are Blank - Game ShowGK LyttleThe returning champ is back to go up against GK Lyttle. And Jonathan Oakes makes his first celebrity appearance of the season! Listen in and play along! Cards for this game are below. (SPOILER ALERT: Don’t read on before listening if you want to play along) CARD 1 CLUE: Chew first CATEGORY: Things that you swallow ANSWERS: Gum, Pill, Bait, Words, Sword, Pride, Food CARD 2 CLUE: Hair bands and drugs CATEGORY: Things associated with the 1980s ANSWERS: Pac-Man, Madonna, Rubik's Cube, Moonwalk, Leg Warmers, Top Gu...2021-08-0323 minTalking FatDoubting the SystemThis week Jen is wondering just how valid the WW point system is while Jonathan is celebrating a big loss.2021-07-2827 minTalking FatBreadsticks and SurgeryThis week Jen recovers from her skin cancer surgery while Jonathan dances and eats breadsticks. Enjoy2021-07-2136 minTalking FatShirts Off!Jen is calling in from an airport while Jonathan tells stories about going shirtless in public!2021-07-1530 minTalking FatThis is Our INDEPENDENCE DAYJen has to deal with the reality of what life on the road has to offer while Jonathan makes good on his goal and still has fun on the 4th.2021-07-0747 minTalking FatLosing MomentumThis week Jen is braving a heat wave in Seattle while Jonathan puts on a pound in Jacksonville.2021-07-0230 minTalking FatDigital NomadThis week Jen is on the road again while Jonathan has a work meeting in St Augustine. A great time was had by all, but not so much in terms of losing weight. Enjoy!2021-06-2533 minTalking FatTree FiddyThis week Jen is getting back on track and Jonathan hits a new milestone!2021-06-0940 min
Talking FatMoving DayThis week we get an update on Jen's father-in-law and hear about her move. Jonathan can't remember a dang thing but somehow managed to lose weight last week.2021-06-0228 minTalking FatTen Pound SwingThis week Jen updates us on her father in law and her impending move while Jonathan marvels at a huge weight fluctuation.2021-05-2625 minTalking FatUps and DownsJonathan is up after a great experience at the Disney parks. Jen is down after another unexpected trip to Seattle.2021-05-1942 minTalking FatI'm Going to Disney WorldJen had an unexpected detour to Seattle this week while Jonathan plans for a trip to the Magic Kingdom.2021-05-1234 minTalking FatMay The 4th Be With YouJen is in a campground with people who can't park. Jonathan is home alone for the first time in two weeks. Both of them managed to lose weight. Let's do it!2021-05-0530 minTalking FatNot Gonna HappenThis week Jen shares her experience at the end of life celebration for her close friend Eric while Jonathan has an unexpected reaction in the goal segment.2021-04-2836 minTalking FatParty ProblemsThis week Jen laments gains from way too much pie and cupcakes at her birthday party while Jonathan sips his wine in moderation. Enjoy!2021-04-2134 minTalking FatShare and Share AlikeJonathan is back from the mall hotel and Jen is back from the cabin in the woods. Enjoy2021-04-1443 minTalking FatI Don't Hate My BodyJen calls in from a campground in one of our jankiest setups ever and Jonathan talks about the impact of your self image of being with someone who loves you.2021-04-0735 minTalking FatMoving ForwardJen is back working and planning for a camping trip while Jonathan celebrates a big loss.2021-03-3133 minTalking FatDrugs and SadnessIt's a tough show this week. Jen had one of the worst weeks of her life due to the loss of people close to her. Jonathan had one of the best weeks of his life due to the growth of his relationship and the time he's dedicating to it. And then they have an argument about the viability of drugs in weight loss.2021-03-2436 minTalking FatOxnard and OrlandoJen just got home from Oxnard, Jonathan's in Orlando, and neither one has their fancy recording equipment. So enjoy this "low fidelity" episode of Talking Fat!2021-03-1736 minTalking FatI Should Be in CancunJonathan packs on a couple of pounds while Jen wishes she was packing for Cancun2021-03-1040 minTalking FatUps and DownsJonathan is back from Orlando and Jen is feeling a little blue.2021-03-0341 minTalking FatNiceIt's Jen, It's Jonathan, It's Talking Fat2021-02-2529 minTalking FatJen Doesn't Want to Hear ItJonathan has a date this coming weekend and Jen prevents him from talking about it. All those juicy details were ready to come out, but instead ya'll get to listen to a restaurant menu discussion instead. Oh Well!2021-02-1823 minTalking FatIt's a QuickyThis week Jen eats a footlong prosciutto sandwich and still manages to stay within her points while Jonathan drops another pound despite nom noming on Five Guys.2021-02-0423 minTalking FatShhh, It's a SecretJonathan lost a BIG number this week and Jen feels good about her exercise. Plus, somebody's got a secret....shhhhh!2021-01-2734 minTalking Fat2021 KickoffJonathan is recovering from surgery and Jen is one day away from inauguration day. This week marks a good point to draw a line in the sand, let go of the past and get this year moving in the right direction.2021-01-2034 minTalking FatSurgery TimeJonathan has a hernia surgery and gets lost in the woods while Jen maintains her holiday weight and struggles with dealing with the impact of work on her eating.2021-01-1351 minTalking FatI Mustache You a QuestionWe talk about Jonathan's Mustache, Jen's AirBnB, travelling, and podcasting. Enjoy!2021-01-0646 minTalking FatHappy New YearThis week Jonathan talks about the quick turnaround for getting his hernia fixed and Jen gets caught in a hail storm.2020-12-3036 minTalking FatIt's Christmas Time!This week Jen talks about all the pie she's going to eat while Jonathan keeps things simple. Enjoy!2020-12-2324 minTalking FatTherapy SessionTalking Fat is all about being real about this process an what we're going through. This week Jonathan has some drama so after the first section of the show talking about the weigh ins and how we did we take some time for a good on relationship therapy session2020-12-1746 minTalking FatMake A Plan!Jonathan had a week where everything seemed to go right while Jen struggles with a 4,500 page bill that she needs to read and what it will do to her ability to exercise.2020-12-0929 minTalking FatThanksgiving TriumphJonathan and Jen are back from Thanksgiving. Jonathan is wiped out but managed to lose a couple of pounds. Jen ate all the pies. :-D2020-12-0237 minTalking FatFart MedleyThis week Jonathan is back on track with a new low and Jen talks about the glory of the Fart Medley. Also, Jen teaches us a hidden lesson about the different types of store bought macaroni!2020-11-2527 minTalking FatFat AbbyJonathan and Jen start in the middle and plunge headlong into the beginning in this episode where we spend more time than usual talking about Jen's rear end.2020-11-1828 minTalking FatThe Back is BackIf you remember the early days of this podcast you remember Jonathan dealing with significant sciatic pain early in the run. One of the goals of losing weight is to help prevent that kind of pain, unfortunately it's back. Listen to find out how it's going.2020-11-1134 minFourPlay - A Game of ConnectionsBob Oakes Game 1Bob Oakes joins Carmela this week on 4Play. Will he make the connections and come back again next week? Listen in and find out! Here are today’s clues: 1. Neon, Avoid, Ball, Shadow. 2. Wilder, Ghost, Community, Cape. 3. Shooting, Worry, Mess, Hassle. 4. Bird, Sentence, Monopoly, Cell.2020-11-0612 minTalking FatEight Tortillas????It's the first episode of year 2 of Talking Fat! Jonathan celebrates another loss and an accomplished goal and Jen walks us through the list of foods that are the most filling. Enjoy!2020-11-0539 minTalking FatFeeling BetterJen and Jonathan have a new lease on life this week. Listen to see how Jen turned her week around and all about Jonathan's huge omelet. 2020-10-2839 minTalking FatI'm Actively Buying the Bad FoodIt's a tough week for Jen and Jonathan. Jen deals with the challenges that come time with spending time in a new place with family that is ready to let their hair down. Jonathan deals with the challenges that come from staying in the same place and getting fed up with it.2020-10-2137 minTalking FatGo To Sleep JonathanJonathan is losing his mind in this episode. Both of your hosts gained weight for no good reason (well, at least with Jen it was no good reason) and Jen diagnoses Jonathan with NoGoToSleepEnough.2020-10-1540 minTalking FatI Ate Literal GarbageJen celebrated two birthdays and a half birthday this week while Jonathan got all swole and almost met his goal. Enjoy!2020-10-0733 minTalking FatBlue SkiesBoth Jen and Jonathan have a breath of fresh air this week. Figuratively for Jonathan but quite literally for Jen. It was a good week!2020-09-2334 minThings That Are Blank - Game ShowBryan NashOur returning champ this week will face off against Bryan Nash (or is it J.K. Simmons? We're not at liberty to say). It's also our last week with Jonathan Oakes as guest host and guest celeb Katie Sekelsky, so it'd be a great time to head over to triviacalendar.net and pre-order the 2021 Everyday Q&A calendar! Cards for this game are below. (SPOILER ALERT: Don’t read on before listening if you want to play along) CARD 1 CLUE: Candygram for Mongo CATEGORY: Things That Get Delivered ANSWERS: Ne...2020-09-2231 minTalking FatI Might Just Drive to TexasJonathan has a good week but Jen is eating her feelings as the California air continues to be a problem.2020-09-1645 minTalking FatI'm Having a MomentJen gets some awesome news after a stressful few weeks and Jonathan doesn't a really crappy job when faced with eating on the go.2020-09-1337 minTalking FatLife is Hard SometimesJonathan gains some weight, but not nearly as much as the weight on Jen's shoulders during the ramp up to the 2020 election. We talk about it here.2020-09-0237 minTalking FatPoison Air and Blue DotsJonathan actually loses weight this week while racking up blue dots and Jen stays inside because the air in her state is trying to kill her.2020-08-2746 min
TW Blitz - Lightning Fast TriviaSeason 5 ChampionshipThis week, our winners from Waves 13, 14, and 15 are BACK to see who will be crowned winner of Season 5 of Trivial Warfare: BLITZ! Join us as Bailey McBride, Jonathan Oakes (who we swear does not have access to the questions), and Dustin Resch face off to see who will be the champion of champions!2020-08-2009 minTalking FatThe Dreaded PlateauJen discusses camping and her philosophy on S'mores while Jonathan has a great week with nothing to show for it. Enjoy!2020-08-2034 minTalking FatJonathan Goes PurpleJonathan joined Weight Watchers but doesn't know what to do with it and Jen is a cake ninja.2020-08-1238 minTalking FatJonathan is Punished for ExercisingThis week Jonathan shares the story of how he ended up walking his bicycle home. Jen talks about her lack of motivation, and we debate the merits of the Weight Watchers Purple vs Blue plans.2020-08-0534 minTalking FatIt Was the Tires!Jonathan is feeling better this week. Turns out IT WAS THE TIRES! Jen overdid the salt which led to a bloated weigh in this morning. And Jonathan talks about the realities of trying to meet people while wearing a cloak of obesity.2020-07-2244 minTW Blitz - Lightning Fast TriviaWave 14 ChampionshipAddy Lewis, Jonathan Oakes, and Toni Rask are all back for a special (but unplanned) international Blitz wave championship. Tune in, get ready to laugh, and find out who will be coming back yet again for the season championship.2020-07-1615 minTalking FatJO is TIREDIn this episode, Jonathan is TIRED. So TIRED.2020-07-1637 minTalking FatFamilies, Amirite?This week Jen adjusts to her knew living situation while Jonathan paints a word picture of riding into the storm. Enjoy!2020-07-0935 minTW Blitz - Lightning Fast TriviaOakes vs Fleishman vs HarrisTamara Fleishman, Brian Harris, and some guy you might’ve heard of named Jonathan Oakes take the stage this week on Blitz. Join Tim and our contestants and see who will be back for the wave championship! (Oh, and we promise Jonathan doesn’t get to see the answers ahead of time.)2020-07-0214 minTalking FatI Want to Ride My BicycleJonathan at Fried Cheese, Meatballs, lasagna and McDonalds and somehow didn't gain weight. Also, there's talk about a bicycle. Enjoy!2020-07-0243 minTalking FatMoving, Pizza, and TripsJen talks about her recent move. Jonathan talks about his recent pizza. And Jonathan and Jen debate the merits of going on a trip.2020-06-2441 minTW Blitz - Lightning Fast TriviaOakes vs Kirk vs HarrisFor our third game of Wave 13, we welcome Bob Oakes (no relation… just kidding, it’s Jonathan’s brother), Matt Kirk, and Cory Harris. Round and round they’ll go, who will come out on top? There’s only one way to know!2020-06-1108 minTalking FatHard to FocusBoth Jen and Jonathan find it hard to focus in one of the craziest weeks any of us has ever seen. Jonathan and Jen talk about their experiences and trying to lose weight with so much going on around us.2020-06-0734 minTalking FatYou're Doing What?Jonathan keeps chowing down on fruit while Jen makes a big announcement. Enjoy!2020-05-3133 minTalking FatFeelin GoodBoth Jen and Jonathan have caught a second wind this week. Jen did it by taking a trip to central cali and quarantining in a hotel at the beach instead of at home. Jonathan did it by shoving a giant apple fritter down his gullet. In any case, weight was lost! Enjoy!2020-05-2030 minTalking FatTurning the CornerJonathan talks about his walk with Sebastian. Jen has a bit o'honey and then both talk about the sense of turning the corner.2020-05-1333 minTalking FatQuarantine Struggle BusYou'll find Jen and Jonathan on the struggle bus this week. Jonathan would probably bathe in frosting if he could find enough of it.2020-05-0734 minThings That Are Blank - Game ShowBob OakesBob Oakes joins us this week to partner up with a TW celeb and battle it out over our game of clues and themes. Listen in to see who will be coming back again next week!2020-05-0517 minTalking FatJen is SO LATEJen is Late and Jonathan is low key after a migraine. We talk about dehydration, favorite water brands, healthy snacking and getting off our butts!2020-04-2928 minTalking FatDrunk Jonathan is Peak JonathanJen's been living off of cake and chocolate, Jonathan's been drinking. It's gonna be one of "those" episodes!2020-04-2348 minTalking FatThe Six Pounds of EasterThis week Jen talks about her Fake News weight gain and Jonathan damn near falls asleep while recording. Enjoy!2020-04-1636 minTalking FatNice MohawkWe start by talking about Jonathan's new haircut and chapped lips before digging in to a challenging conversation about goal setting and motivations.2020-04-0843 minTalking FatThat Sounds MoistThis week on Talking Fat Jen eats great and gets the payoff but work struggles are for real. Jonathan deals with cracked feet but hits a couple of big milestones 2020-04-0137 minTalking FatHeartbreaks and Foot AchesThis week Jonathan talks about what he did after getting a big ol' Nope from a woman he's interested in and why his feet hurt.2020-03-2532 minTalking FatMaureen Snuck Me CombosJonathan is back from an amazing week in Chicago at Geek Bowl while Jen is calling while in between buffets in Cancun. Hear about who snuck Jonathan what while visiting Nerdvana.2020-03-1131 minTalking FatWorking the PollThis week Jen makes plans for her looooooooonnnnnnngggg day as a poll worker while Jonathan makes plans for Geek Bowl week in Chi-Town. Enjoy!2020-03-0337 minTalking FatGetting PersonalThis week Jonathan is flying solo. As Jen enjoys her time in Las Vegas Jonathan takes this chance to get personal about things that are happening in his life and his past and what he's come through.2020-02-2636 minTalking FatViva Las VegasFIGHT! FIGHT! Jonathan and Jen argue about the need for Jonathan to have a plan for his upcoming Karaoke night and Jen shares her plan for an upcoming Las Vegas trip.2020-02-1936 minTalking FatHigh EnergyIn this week's episode Jonathan feels like he's turning the corner and is pumped about it while Jen does her best Jackie O cosplay. Enjoy!2020-02-0538 minTalking FatJonathan's Tired and Still Doesn't TrackThis week Jonathan got his but in gear and feels good about it. But still struggles with forcing himself to document when he eats. Jen is patient and lays a guilt trip on him the size of Montana.2020-01-2936 minTalking FatI'll Take the Ham and Buffalo Dip PleaseIt's Thanksgiving week! We talk turkey day. Jen survives Friendsgiving and Jonathan eats more broccoli and beef than a man really should. You can track along with Jonathan using the linked sheet below! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1v8f22BQly-QhjSI0SQz1HV_PcxU3FDtRw-7daw5HkxU/edit#gid=2132613270 2019-11-2736 minTalking FatThe Half-MarathonJen runs a half-marathon while fighting off dizzy spells. Jonathan does pretty much nothing and still loses 5 pounds. Track along with Jonathan using the link below! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1v8f22BQly-QhjSI0SQz1HV_PcxU3FDtRw-7daw5HkxU/edit#gid=2132613270 2019-11-2634 minTalking FatThe Football GameJen went to a football game and ate a burrito as big as your leg. Jonathan is...sitting on the couch. Track along with Jonathan using this link! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1v8f22BQly-QhjSI0SQz1HV_PcxU3FDtRw-7daw5HkxU/edit#gid=2132613270 2019-11-2634 minTalking FatThe First EpisodeIt's the first episode for Jen and Jonathan. They talk about being Fat. Get used to it :-) You can track along with Jonathan using this link! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1v8f22BQly-QhjSI0SQz1HV_PcxU3FDtRw-7daw5HkxU/edit#gid=2132613270 2019-11-2635 minTalking FatTalking Fat Origin StoryThis is the pilot episode for Talking Fat, the new podcast by Jen Briney and Jonathan Oakes. What started as a drunken conversation at Karaoke will end with increased health and happiness for hundreds, if not thousands of listeners. This won't be much like other shows that talk about health and weight loss. We're not experts trying to teach you what to do. Instead, we're people on different parts of the same spectrum who will tell you what we're doing and what we're thinking. Welcome to Talking Fat. Get ready for a hell of a...2019-11-0527 min
Trivial Warfare TriviaKicking Jonathan and Taking NamesWARNING - This episode is a lot of fun. Don't listen unless you want to have a good time :-) Chris is BACK! It felt so good to get my brother from another mother back in the studio. He's hosting this weeks game. It's Carmela and Jonathan vs. guests David Kendall and Adam Fried. Make sure you listen all the way to the end this week or you're going to miss one of the funniest moments in a long while! Also - don't forget to search for Trivial Warfare Blitz, our new lightning...2019-05-061h 04
Trivial Warfare TriviaHold Me Jonathan, I'm ScaredIt's here! We have so much fun doing the milestone episodes like this one. Scott Barber is back in the house to reprise his roll as the host from TW100 and we're going to see just exactly what we've actually learned in the 2 years since episode 100. Chris, Ben, Carmela and Jonathan are all in the house and everyone is high energy. I'm going to warn you now about driving while listening to round 6. If you think crying with laughter will make it hard to drive then consider yourself forewarned. Thank you to everyone wh...2018-12-312h 00