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A podcast brought to you by the Maine South High School Podcast Club (Park Ridge, IL.). Imagine this podcast as a conversation around a lunch table in a cafeteria in any high school. The hosts, Jensen Genyk and Jack Gorman talk amongst themselves and talk to guests every once in a while. Look for ne…

Lunch Table Talk


    • Sep 14, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 36m AVG DURATION
    • 85 EPISODES


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    Season 4 Episode #3: "Best Tweets"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2021 27:40


    In this episode, Tommy, Jill, and Caroline discuss what they and other club members believe are quality tweets from the twitter app. 

    Guest Host #1 "Brad Quinn, Matt Romano, Liam Dillon"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 24:44


    In the first guest host episode of season 4, Brad Quinn, Matthew Romano, and Liam Dillon draft the best things about Chicago and talk about some random conspiracy theories.

    Season 4 Episode 2: "Should that REALLY be awkward?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 43:57


    In the second episode with the new hosts, Jill, Caroline, and Tommy discuss scenarios that are considered to be awkward, but definitely should not be.

    Season 4 Episode #1: "Summer"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2021 30:00


    In this episode, the new hosts, Caroline, Tommy, and Jill, reminisce about this past summer and its high points. They also react to experiences other Maine South students had.

    Episode #23 "PodWeek 5/5: Goodbye."

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2021 46:41


    In this years final podcast, Erin, Grace, and Justin talk about their favorite memories from podcast club. They talk about hosting, past years clubs, and this years members and story's. Goodbye. Thank you guys so much for a great year and we are so thankful you listened. We WILL be back. Until next school year, do not look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday and select Fridays.

    Episode #22 "PodWeek 4/5: Passing The Torch"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 41:00


    In part three of our goodbye, we introduce Season 4's hosts, Jill Koepke, Tommy Locascio, and Caroline Barker. We ask them the worlds most important questions and they tell us some plans they have for next year! Enjoy PodWeek in progress. Until next school year, do not look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday and select Fridays.

    Episode #21 "PodWeek 3/5: Highschool Memories"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 62:44


    In part two of our final goodbye, Erin, Grace, and Justin discuss their most elite high school memories in the courtyard at Maine South. They talk about their favorite events, their teachers, and the school as a whole! Enjoy. PodWeek in progress. Until next school year, do not look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday and select Fridays.

    Episode #20 "PodWeek 2/5: Mrs. Santucci"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 29:02


    In part one of our final goodbye, Justin, Erin, and Grace interview Mrs. Rachael Santucci/the goat. We talk about her childhood, teaching, and this years Podcast Club! Enjoy. PodWeek has officially begun. Until next school year, do not look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday and select Fridays.  

    Guest Host #16 "The Change"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 40:33


    In this weeks guest host, Grace and Justin Interview Charles bliss and Joe Coyle(better known as The Change). They talk about how they started their band, how they make music, and their favorite albums! Enjoy. Seeds planted for a potential podweek. But until next school year, do not look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday and select Fridays. Thanks for your support:)

    Interview #6 "Mr. Greguras"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 42:57


    In this weeks podcast, Grace and Justin interview Mr. Joseph Greguras. He talks about his childhood, Business, and teaching. Enjoy! Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday and select Fridays!

    Interview #5 "Mrs. Scorza"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 39:52


    For this weeks interview, we have Mrs. Sherri Scorza on talking about her childhood, family, and teaching! Enjoy. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday and select Fridays!

    Interview #4 "Mr. Fritz"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 32:59


    This week, for interview Friday, we have Mr. Trevor Fritz here to tell us a little about himself. He talks about teaching, traveling, and more! It's a must listen. Enjoy! Stay tuned for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday and select Fridays fro interviews!

    Episode #18 "Park Ridge Top Hits"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 36:10


    In this weeks cast, Erin, Justin, and Grace discuss Park Ridge's most iconic places, people, and events. Enjoy. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #14 "The Truth..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 30:08


    In this weeks guest host, Jill Koepke, Caroline Barker, and Tommy Locascio discuss and debunk various conspiracy theories including illuminati, Santa, and salmonella. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode #17 "Quirks/Dreams"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 34:42


    In this weeks episode, Erin, Justin, and Grace talk about quirks and dreams that they have had. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode #16 "Miscellaneous"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 39:37


    This week, we have Grace, Justin, and Erin talking about the assassin game, Justin's grittiest experience, and gluten free vs. dairy free. They also clocked in the worlds shortest intro at 3 minutes and 2 seconds. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #13 "Abby Showalter and Daniella Barrera"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 24:51


    In this weeks guest host, we have Abby and Daniella talking about middle school, crew at Maine South, and premonitions. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode #15 "Lincoln Vs. Emerson"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 43:18


    This week, Justin, Grace, and Erin argue which Park Ridge middle school was the best with help from the podcast club. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #12 "Molly Shanahan and Elizabeth Ryser"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 25:07


    In this weeks guest host, we have Molly and Elizabeth talking about kiddy cocktails, their dogs, and more! Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday and interviews on select Fridays!

    Interview #3 "Mrs. Durkin"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 35:48


    For our very first interview Friday, we have Mrs. Kathleen Durkin discussing her summer, her childhood, and her job! Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode #14 "Random Questions"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 53:48


    This week, we have Erin, Grace, and Justin discussing National Lunch Table Talk Day and playing a game with random questions. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode #13 "National Lunch Table Talk Day"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 43:27


    Today is National Lunch Table Talk Day. We have our former hosts Jack Gorman and Jensen Genyk on with our current host Grace Genyk, talking about Lunch Table Talk and more. Thank you to our loyal fans throughout the years. Enjoy! Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #11 "The Beck Family Childhood In 37 Minutes."

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 36:50


    For this weeks guest host, Jessie, Jillian, and Julia Beck discuss their childhood highlights including, past babysitters, games/movies/tv shows they enjoyed, and more! Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!  

    Episode #12 "Hottest Takes"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 54:42


    This week, Erin, Justin, and Grace discuss their hottest takes along with the podcast clubs. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest host #10 "Mia Parangalan and Grace Genyk"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 37:13


    This week, We have Grace and Mia talking about the importance of hobbies and their favorite things to do. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode #11 "Most Controversial Yet."

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 41:35


    This week, Erin, Grace, And Justin ruthlessly expose @mainesouth21college and address certain crazy facts. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!  

    Guest host #9 "Brendan Mullen, Payton Tauber, and Erin Doherty"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 38:08


    In this weeks guest host, we have Erin, Payton, and Brendan exposing Roosevelt Elementary School. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every week!

    Episode 10 "Sibling Rivalries"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 39:12


    In this weeks podcast, we have Erin and Grace discussing classic sibling arguments and some of their best stories along with some help from the podcast club. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #8 "Timmy O'Brien and Jack Dezelan"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 21:46


    In this year first guest host, we have Timmy and Jack talking about Maine South, nerds, and singing karaoke. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode #9 "NEW YEAR, NEW POD"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2021 46:00


    This week, Erin, Justin, and Grace reflect on this past year, sharing some of their best memories and predictions and resolutions for 2021. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Interview #2 "Keelin Kelly"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2020 36:23


    In this weeks episode, former LTT star, Keelin Kelly, shares with us her experience as a student athlete at the University of Dayton. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode #8 "Christmas"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 30:11


    This week, we have lovely Erin Doherty and Grace Genyk on for an equally lovely Christmas episode. They talk about their favorite Christmas traditions, activities, and reflect on this past year. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #7 "The Return of Jack and Jensen"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 51:15


    In this weeks episode, we give you the long awaited return of Jensen and Jack. They talk about their experience in college, becoming a priest, aliens, and music. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #6 "Getting Serious With Jill and Mia"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 31:02


    This week, Jill Koepke, Mia Parangalan, and Grace Genyk get extra serious discussing topics like toothpaste, foreign accents, and Harry Potter. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Interview #1 "Bree Barry"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 35:05


    In the first interview of this year, Grace and Erin speak to Bree Barry about her fashion knowledge. She tells us about making her own clothes, trends she enjoys, and her favorite pieces. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #5 "Pretzel Legs Jr."

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 30:20


    This week, we have Tommy Locascio and Rowan Keefe with Pretzel Legs! They talk about the worst states, Mr. Hawk, and green morph suits. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every week!

    Episode 7 "Technology"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 53:48


    This week, Justin, Erin, and Grace talk about the pros and cons of technology.  Check for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #4 "Erin Doherty and Jessie Beck"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 31:46


    This week, we have Jessie and Erin with best friend trivia. They each answer questions about each other covering topics like food, Harry Potter, and memories they share. Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode 6 "Halloween"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 46:42


    This week, Justin, Grace, Aidan, and Erin recall some of their favorite Halloween stories and costumes. They also share some of their favorite candies! Look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #3 "Jill Koepke and Mia Parangalan"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 28:42


    Guest host number 3 stars Maine South juniors, Jill and Mia, who talk about the experience of moving to Park Ridge vs. growing up here. They also talk about some of the Park Ridge staples. Listen to new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode 5 "Best Vacation Memories"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 45:41


    This week, Erin and Grace eat brunch and tell some of their favorite vacation memories with the help of the podcast club. Listen to new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Guest Host #2 "Rice and Carly"

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 18:24


    This week for our guest host, we have Rice Genyk-Huntsinger and Carly Corthinos accompanied by Grace Genyk talking about their pet peeves, netflix shows, and fried chicken. Make sure to look for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk every Monday!

    Episode 4 "Clothing Trends pt.2"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 33:29


    Erin and Grace continue the LLT tradition with a clothing trends podcast. They talk about school clothing trends, thrifting, and some trends they enjoy. Watch for a new podcast every Monday!

    Guest Host #1 "Luke Main and Adam Ferraro"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 48:10


    In our first guest host of season 3, we have Luke Main and Adam Ferraro talking about nature, memories, and stories from Middle School. Listen to our podcast from last week and look out for a new podcasts every Monday!

    Episode 3 "Controversial Food Topics"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 31:48


    Justin, Aidan, Erin, and Grace talk shortly about controversial food topics in the third podcast this year. Be sure to listen next Monday for our first guest host!

    Episode 2 "Favorite words"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 45:01


    In the second podcast of this year, Aidan, Grace, Erin, and Justin talk about music, Clean Juice, and our favorite/most used words.

    Episode 1 "We're back!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 49:54


    Welcome to our first episode of the year! In this episode, we talk about how to join the club, some of our summer jobs, and animals. Check every Monday for new episodes of Lunch Table Talk!

    Episode 29 "The Last Dance Part 4: Finale"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 78:48


    It is official. Jack and Jensen's reign at Lunch Table Talk has come to an end.  Thank you to everyone for supporting and keep listening to it next year. We can not appreciate everyone enough for all the support. Thank you- Jensen Genyk and Jack Gorman

    Episode 28 (Quarantine Episode 8) "The Last Dance Part 3: Dr. Collins"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 52:19


    In the last part of the interview section of the Lunch Table Talk Finale, Jensen and Jack finally interview the principal, Dr. Collins. Listen to hear about what Dr. Collins does, some of his past, and some great music talk. Only 1 more episode! Thank you everyone for listening!

    Episode 27 (Quarantine Episode 7) "The Last Dance Part 2: Mrs. Santucci"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 29:50


    In the second part of the Lunch Table Talk finale, Jensen and Jack interview Mrs. Santucci, the sponsor of Podcast Club. Listen to hear a little about how Lunch Table Talk began, and how quarantine is effecting us all.  2 more episodes left!  Thank you so much to everyone for listening!

    Episode 26 (Quarantine Episode 6) "The Last Dance Part 1: Mr. Marsicano"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 41:00


    In the first edition of the Lunch Table Talk finale, Jack and Jensen interview the GOAT: Mr. Marsicano. Listen to find out how the man, the myth, the legend got where he is today. Only 3 more episodes! Thank you everyone for your support!

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