The Jen Fulwiler Show

**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.

Two 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.

There 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.

I 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.

It 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.

I was lying awake in the hospital, having an existential crisis. I was thinking about what I wish I'd done differently years ago. And the answer I came up with is something you might need to hear. I also discuss: -- going into "beast mode" -- how to find God when everything's falling apart -- the book He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek 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.

This one moment really tested my faith. I was already having a hard time, and then things got worse, and I just about lost it. I talk about that, as well as: -- the sudoku capsule wardrobe method -- my visit to the Bass Pro Shop Pyramid Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! The book mentioned in this episode is What in the World by Leanne Morgann 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.

It is shocking how different my life was just six months ago. Everything has changed. Today I'm talking about how I'm processing that. I also talk about: -- The unexpected wisdom that powerfully and immediately broke me out of a rut -- Rap beef news! Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow my channel while you're there! Connect with Jen: --- PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen --- GOFUNDME: https://gofund.me/511a5aa14 --- 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.

I had a really powerful moment here at St. Jude's hospital, and I felt like it came with a message that some of you need to hear. I talk about that, as well as: -- how journaling is helping me stay (sort of) sane -- how our first meeting with the St. Jude doctor went Watch this episode on Youtube to see my studio set up here at the St. Jude's housing, and follow my channel while you're there! Connect with Jen: --- PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen --- GOFUNDME: https://gofund.me/511a5aa14 --- 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.

Next week is a huge week for me. Also, why do people keep saying I'm "strong"? We talk about that, as well as: how our family has reacted to Lane's condition you can have lots of kids even if you are a neurodivergent mess who's stressed out by pregnancy and babies P.S. *** WE HAVE SOME NEW DRAMA SINCE THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED, SEE PATREON FOR DETAILS, AND PLEASE PRAY *** Watch this episode on Youtube, and follow Jen's channel while you're there! SHOW TICKETS: -- 1/22 Naples, FL -- 1/23 Boca Raton, FL Connect with Jen: --- PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen --- GOFUNDME: https://gofund.me/511a5aa14 --- 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.