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The Jen Fulwiler Show
Hosted by Jen Fulwiler · EN
Standup comic Jen Fulwiler combines Catholic intellectual tradition, neuropsychology, and a bunch of dumb jokes to make moms feel better about life. Basically, this podcast is like if someone gave a TED Talk after three mimosas.
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297 - Should I Quit?
1w ago01:30:49Tap to summarizeI have faced so many career setbacks, it makes me wonder...should I quit? Is God telling me it's time to walk away from this platform that I worked so hard to build? I walk you through my thinking on that. I also discuss: -- the new podcast logo created by ChatGPT -- the handicapped parking tag situation -- the problem Pope Leo faced that is so relatable to me! -- my amazing graduation gift for my daughter ...plus the usual cancer journey updates. Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! 📌 Get weekly bonus content from Jen on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen 📌 Connect with Jen on socials: https://www.facebook.com/jen.fulwiler https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfulwiler https://www.tiktok.com/@jenniferfulwiler 📌 Read Jen's books: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/books 📌 About Jen: Jen Fulwiler is a standup comic, bestselling author, and former SiriusXM radio host who has released three comedy specials: The Naughty Corner (2020), Maternal Instinct (2024), and Shabby Chic (2025). Jen has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland Presents, Where My Moms At with Christina P, Dr. Drew After Dark, the Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. She was featured in the viral articles, "5 Comedians Like Nate Bargatze Who Make Everyone Laugh," and "6 Comics To Check Out If You Love Leanne Morgan." Jen is a mom with zero domestic skills, and a Catholic who hopes that heaven has an AP exam so she can test out of being a good person. Her stories of failing her way through life will resonate with anyone who doesn't have it all together. Normally she lives with her husband and six kids in Austin, Texas, but right now she divides her time between Austin and Memphis as one of her children is being treated at St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Transcribe →296 - What Being Catholic Did to My Life
3w ago01:24:26Tap to summarizeI had a moment the other day that made me say to myself, "Wow. Being Catholic has made my life soooo different than what I expected it to be." I talk about that, as well as: -- the latest in my handicapped parking tag saga -- remembering the time I was on the front page of the New York Times without makeup -- I went a little too hard on editing a pic of myself for a news article Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! 📌 Get weekly bonus content from Jen on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen 📌 Connect with Jen on socials: https://www.facebook.com/jen.fulwiler https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfulwiler https://www.tiktok.com/@jenniferfulwiler 📌 Read Jen's books: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/books 📌 About Jen: Jen Fulwiler is a standup comic, bestselling author, and former SiriusXM radio host who has released three comedy specials: The Naughty Corner (2020), Maternal Instinct (2024), and Shabby Chic (2025). She has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland Presents, Where My Moms At with Christina P, Dr. Drew After Dark, the Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. She was featured in the viral articles, "5 Comedians Like Nate Bargatze Who Make Everyone Laugh," and "6 Comics To Check Out If You Love Leanne Morgan." Jen is a mom with zero domestic skills, and a Catholic who hopes that heaven has an AP exam so she can test out of being a good person. Her stories of failing her way through life will resonate with anyone who doesn't have it all together. Normally she lives with her husband and six kids in Austin, Texas, but right now she divides her time between Austin and Memphis as one of her children is being treated at St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Transcribe →295 - I Am About to Get Banned (Again)
May 601:29:26Tap to summarizeAnother institution has pushed me to my limit, and I fear I am about to go back into my villain era. I also share some reflections about whether there are any funny female standup comics. Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! 📌 Get weekly bonus content from Jen on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen 📌 Connect with Jen on socials: https://www.facebook.com/jen.fulwiler https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfulwiler https://www.tiktok.com/@jenniferfulwiler 📌 Read Jen's books: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/books 📌 About Jen: Jen Fulwiler is a standup comic, bestselling author, and former SiriusXM radio host who has released three comedy specials: The Naughty Corner (2020), Maternal Instinct (2024), and Shabby Chic (2025). She has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland Presents, Where My Moms At with Christina P, Dr. Drew After Dark, the Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. She was featured in the viral articles, "5 Comedians Like Nate Bargatze Who Make Everyone Laugh," and "6 Comics To Check Out If You Love Leanne Morgan." Jen is a mom with zero domestic skills, and a Catholic who hopes that heaven has an AP exam so she can test out of being a good person. Her stories of failing her way through life will resonate with anyone who doesn't have it all together. Normally she lives with her husband and six kids in Austin, Texas, but right now she divides her time between Austin and Memphis as one of her children is being treated at St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Transcribe →294 - God Told Me to Tell You This
Apr 2901:23:33Tap to summarizeI didn't think I could do an episode this week, but then I felt moved to share something with you. So I pushed through, and I'm glad I did! In this episode I give you a reality check about your fears. We also talk about: -- the weekly update about how cancer treatments are going -- why Catholics are no longer leaders in the arts -- why extreme low self esteem can look like narcissism The quote from Marion Fernandez Cueto, told to her by a priest, is: "The Catholic Church is clear about what constitutes sin: Every failure to love. But the positive, the Church leaves wide open. God wants us to be free to use all our intelligence and our gifts to follow where he's calling us. The Church should be the place of the greatest possible experience of true freedom." Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! 📌 Get weekly bonus content from Jen on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen 📌 Connect with Jen on socials: https://www.facebook.com/jen.fulwiler https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfulwiler https://www.tiktok.com/@jenniferfulwiler 📌 Read Jen's books: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/books 📌 About Jen: Jen Fulwiler is a standup comic, bestselling author, and former SiriusXM radio host who has released three comedy specials: The Naughty Corner (2020), Maternal Instinct (2024), and Shabby Chic (2025). She has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland Presents, Where My Moms At with Christina P, Dr. Drew After Dark, the Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. She was featured in the viral articles, "5 Comedians Like Nate Bargatze Who Make Everyone Laugh," and "6 Comics To Check Out If You Love Leanne Morgan." Jen is a mom with zero domestic skills, and a Catholic who hopes that heaven has an AP exam so she can test out of being a good person. Her stories of failing her way through life will resonate with anyone who doesn't have it all together. Normally she lives with her husband and six kids in Austin, Texas, but right now she divides her time between Austin and Memphis as one of her children is being treated at St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
Transcribe →293 - What Keeps Me Up at Night
Apr 2201:18:49Tap to summarizeA lot of fears have been keeping me up at night. Here's what I'm trying to do to stay sane. I also discuss: -- the surprising move that derailed my kettlebell workouts -- how my crazy wild toddler turned out -- my other daughter tracking down our oncologist -- stupid influencer advice ---> Here is the link to the replay of the Patreon live chat with Lane! ---> Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! Connect with me: --- PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen --- EMAIL LIST: https://mailchi.mp/fulwiler/jenslist --- TOUR DATES: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/tour --- BOOKS: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/books BIO: Jen Fulwiler is a standup comic, bestselling author, and former SiriusXM radio host who has released three comedy specials: The Naughty Corner (2020), Maternal Instinct (2024), and Shabby Chic (2025). She has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland Presents, Where My Moms At with Christina P, Dr. Drew After Dark, the Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. She was featured in the viral articles, "5 Comedians Like Nate Bargatze Who Make Everyone Laugh," and "6 Comics To Check Out If You Love Leanne Morgan." Jen is a mom with zero domestic skills, and a Catholic who hopes that heaven has an AP exam so she can test out of being a good person. Her stories of failing her way through life will resonate with anyone who doesn't have it all together. Normally she lives with her husband and six kids in Austin, Texas, but right now she divides her time between Austin and Memphis as one of her children is being treated at St. Jude's.
Transcribe →292 - My Faith Prepared Me for This
Apr 1501:24:06Tap to summarize**PATREON LIVE CHAT WED 4/15** I have been struggling with balancing grief and gratitude. Today I'm talking about how I have been learning to accept both at once. Also: -- my most embarrassing moment yet at St. Jude! -- rap beef news -- an email from Mother Teresa's priest friend ---> Join us Wednesday, April 15 here for the Patreon live chat! The replay will be available if you can't make it live. Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! Connect with me: --- PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen --- EMAIL LIST: https://mailchi.mp/fulwiler/jenslist --- TOUR DATES: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/tour --- BOOKS: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/books BIO: Jen Fulwiler is a standup comic, bestselling author, and former SiriusXM radio host who has released three comedy specials: The Naughty Corner (2020), Maternal Instinct (2024), and Shabby Chic (2025). She has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland Presents, Where My Moms At with Christina P, Dr. Drew After Dark, the Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. She was featured in the viral articles, "5 Comedians Like Nate Bargatze Who Make Everyone Laugh," and "6 Comics To Check Out If You Love Leanne Morgan." Jen is a mom with zero domestic skills, and a Catholic who hopes that heaven has an AP exam so she can test out of being a good person. Her stories of failing her way through life will resonate with anyone who doesn't have it all together. Normally she lives with her husband and six kids in Austin, Texas, but right now she divides her time between Austin and Memphis as one of her children is being treated at St. Jude's.
Transcribe →291 - I Needed this Priest Visit
Apr 801:22:59Tap to summarizeTwo priests visited us at our St. Jude housing, and it was exactly what we needed! I also talk about the weird and surprising way that I have been working out, and the revolutionary "grease the groove" idea behind it. Also there's rap beef news! --> Watch the Huberman episode with Pavel Tsatsouline here Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! Connect with me: --- PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen --- EMAIL LIST: https://mailchi.mp/fulwiler/jenslist --- TOUR DATES: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/tour --- BOOKS: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/books BIO: Jen Fulwiler is a standup comic, bestselling author, and former SiriusXM radio host who has released three comedy specials: The Naughty Corner (2020), Maternal Instinct (2024), and Shabby Chic (2025). She has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland Presents, Where My Moms At with Christina P, Dr. Drew After Dark, the Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. She was featured in the viral articles, "5 Comedians Like Nate Bargatze Who Make Everyone Laugh," and "6 Comics To Check Out If You Love Leanne Morgan." Jen is a mom with zero domestic skills, and a Catholic who hopes that heaven has an AP exam so she can test out of being a good person. Her stories of failing her way through life will resonate with anyone who doesn't have it all together. Normally she lives with her husband and six kids in Austin, Texas, but right now she divides her time between Austin and Memphis as one of her children is being treated at St. Jude's.
Transcribe →290 - Why Would I Ever Feel Lucky?
Apr 101:14:14Tap to summarizeThere was no episode last week because I was having a meltdown, but I'm back! I'm talking about how much it has helped me to insist on feeling lucky -- and why I say "lucky" instead of "blessed." We also talk about: -- my husband's St. Jude visit -- approaching your life with the wrong rhythm -- why I thought I had chemo poisoning (I'm insane) Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! Connect with me: --- PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen --- EMAIL LIST: https://mailchi.mp/fulwiler/jenslist --- TOUR DATES: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/tour --- BOOKS: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/books BIO: Jen Fulwiler is a standup comic, bestselling author, and former SiriusXM radio host who has released three comedy specials: The Naughty Corner (2020), Maternal Instinct (2024), and Shabby Chic (2025). She has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland Presents, Where My Moms At with Christina P, Dr. Drew After Dark, the Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. She was featured in the viral articles, "5 Comedians Like Nate Bargatze Who Make Everyone Laugh," and "6 Comics To Check Out If You Love Leanne Morgan." Jen is a mom with zero domestic skills, and a Catholic who hopes that heaven has an AP exam so she can test out of being a good person. Her stories of failing her way through life will resonate with anyone who doesn't have it all together. Normally she lives with her husband and six kids in Austin, Texas, but right now she divides her time between Austin and Memphis as one of her children is being treated at St. Jude's.
Transcribe →289 - I Haven't Been Home in a Month
Mar 1801:25:38Tap to summarizeI have been away from home for a full month due to our current crisis. It's not easy. I share updates about how we're doing, as well as: -- my new thoughts on how to catch big medical issues early (without being a hypochondriac) -- a big problem that my absence caused at home -- the phrase that saves my sanity when I am too overstimulated to be a good wife, mom, or human being Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! Connect with Jen: --- PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen --- EMAIL LIST: https://mailchi.mp/fulwiler/jenslist --- TOUR: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/tour --- BOOKS: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/books BIO: Jen Fulwiler is a standup comic, bestselling author, and former SiriusXM radio host who has released three comedy specials: The Naughty Corner (2020), Maternal Instinct (2024), and Shabby Chic (2025). She has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland Presents, Where My Moms At with Christina P, Dr. Drew After Dark, the Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. She was featured in the viral articles, "5 Comedians Like Nate Bargatze Who Make Everyone Laugh," and "6 Comics To Check Out If You Love Leanne Morgan." Jen is a mom with zero domestic skills, and a Catholic who hopes that heaven has an AP exam so she can test out of being a good person. Her stories of failing her way through life will resonate with anyone who doesn't have it all together. Normally she lives with her husband and six kids in Austin, Texas, but right now she divides her time between Austin and Memphis as one of her children is being treated at St. Jude's.
Transcribe →288 - I Took So Much Heat For This
Mar 1101:21:55Tap to summarizeIt really brought the haters out of the woodwork when I used to say that women shouldn't put their lives on hold for motherhood. Now that this crisis has tested everything, I'm reflecting on how that philosophy stood up. Also, I share: -- Shia LaBeouf's iconic interview after his Mardi Gras arrest. -- The TV show I picked to watch with Lane that was the worse choice ever. Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! Connect with Jen: --- PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen --- EMAIL LIST: https://mailchi.mp/fulwiler/jenslist --- TOUR: https://www.jenniferfulwiler.com/tour BIO: Jen Fulwiler is a mom with zero domestic skills. Her natural habitat is a martini bar in Manhattan, yet she finds herself raising a family in suburban Texas with her country-boy husband who thinks his inflatable hot tub is the summit of the human experience. Her stories of failing her way through life will resonate with anyone who doesn't have it all together. Jen is a viral standup comic, bestselling author, and former SiriusXM radio host who has released three comedy specials: The Naughty Corner, Maternal Instinct, and Shabby Chic. She has been featured on Nate Bargatze's Nateland Presents, Where My Moms At with Christina P, Dr. Drew After Dark, the Today Show, CNN, and Fox News. She was featured in the viral articles, "5 Comedians Like Nate Bargatze Who Make Everyone Laugh," and "6 Comics To Check Out If You Love Leanne Morgan." She lives with her husband and six kids in Austin, Texas.
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