Lunch Table Talk

In this episode, THE Talia Halvorsen comes back on the pod and Maddie and Seamus find out what's new and what's the same with our 5-time national champion!

In this not-so-minisode, Maddie, Seamus, and Matt discuss their predicted trends for 2024 and what they think should be left behind in 2023...

LTT is back for this first episode of 2024!! In this episode, Maddie, Matt, and Seamus discuss the worst pet peeves they have with other people and what people can do to avoid being so irritating.

In this episode, Maddie, Matt, and Seamus discuss World Records they think they could break, as well as unique records that should be left untouched.

In this special edition Halloween episode, Reese, Ava, Sophie, and science teacher Mrs. Nees, share some of their spooky experiences and discuss all things Halloween.

In this episode, Maddie, Matt, and Seamus break down some things that are embarrassing to do for the average high school student, but really shouldn't be.

In this episode, Liz, Katie, Bea, and Sophie break down everything it means to be a crew member at the one and only Rita's Park Ridge. Where having and ice day, is their number one priority.

In the FIRST EVER lunch table talk minisode, Matt, Seamus, and Maddie pick their top 3 streets in the Park Ridge/Niles area. They also break down some streets they aren't as huge fans of...

In this episode, Emerson, Jake, Hayden, and Nathan talk about anything and everything from the Blob Fish to TikTok algorithm. Tune in to hear these returning podcasters say what's on their minds.

In this episode, Seamus, Maddie, and Matt take a look inside the depths of their notes apps and unpack the stories that come with each note...

In the first episode of season 6, the new hosts, Maddie, Seamus, and Matt recap summer 2023 and what the upcoming school year is going to look like.

Wrapping up pod week and the fifth season of Lunch Table Talk, Alex, Jackson, Kelly, and Viv talk reflect on their experiences as hosts. They recalled the extra long nights that ended up in defeated food runs, first memories of the club, their favorite "stuff" of the week, and-- as always-- so much more. Thank you to all of our listeners and fellow club members for supporting Lunch Table...

In episode four of Pod Week, Alex, Jackson, Kelly, and Viv get together with the sponsor of Lunch Table Talk, Mrs. Santucci. They ask her many hard hitting questions about her life in and out of the classroom, including questions about travel, rock climbing, technology, and so much more.

In the third episode of Pod Week, Alex, Jackson, Kelly, and Viv interview the principal of MS, Dr. Ben Collins, in the basement of Maine South. DBC shares his fondest memories, including some of the famous celebrities he's met. From his unique music taste to his career in the upcoming years, there is nothing left unsaid in this interview.

In this episode, the hosts of season five, Alex, Jackson, Kelly, and Viv, introduce the future of Lunch Table Talk. The season six hosts, Maddie Basquin, Matt Breslin, and Seamus Lynch, get interrogated to ensure that the future of podcast club is in safe hands. Hear what these three have to say about their gas station go-tos, their favorite wars in history(what?!), and even their final death wish...

In the first episode of the last week of season five, Viv, Kelly, Alex, and Jackson reflect on the four years of high school. They talk about being freshmen during the shutdown, the excitement of going to state for football, nearly escaping trouble from teachers, and so much more. Listen to reminisce with them.

In the second year of Lunch Table Talk's senior superlatives, and last "regular" episode of Season five of Lunch Table Talk, Kelly, Jackson, Alex, and Viv come up with interesting superlative categories for their graduating class. Listen to hear who is most likely to come back and become principal, most likely to go off-grid, most likely to open a family diner, and so much more.

In this episode, Alex and Jackson talk with Lunch Table Talk's #1 fan and Maine South's school resource officer, Officer Panizo. These three chat about growing up in Park Ridge, Panizo's personal "Stuff of the Week", and more!

In this episode, Emily and Seamus go through the good, the bad, and the ugly of the 2023 Met Gala. They touch on designer brands, scandals, thrifting, and so much more.

In this episode, Jackson, Kelly, Alex, and Viv ask middle schoolers what they would invent if they could invent one thing to make their lives easier. From massage pants to a homework-doer, you don't want to miss what these cool kids have to offer.

In this episode, Matt and Maddie push the boundaries of small talk, taking the every day action to a whole new level.

In this episode, Alex, Viv, Kelly, and Jackson talk about Podcast Club's crazy airport stories, including their own experiences. Tune in to hear smuggling and shake-down stories. John brought what in his suitcase!?

Welcome to the custodian pod. In this episode, Anthony "Tony" Mitchell, and Scott "Yosh" Yoshioka answer burning questions from hosts Kelly, Jackson, and Alex. Listen in to hear about the side of Maine South that students don't always see. 

In this episode, Kelly, Alex, Viv, and Jackson provide helpful advice to those who need it.

Lunch Table Talk Presents to you... Intergalactic Lunch Table Talk Day! For a very special February 28th, former hosts Jack Gorman, Jensen Genyk, Erin Doherty, Justin Brosnan, Grace Genyk, Caroline Barker, Jillian Koepke, and Tommy Locascio are joined with current hosts Jackson Magad, Kelly Croke, Alex Eng, and Viv Kopka. In this episode, ALL LTT hosts EVER reminisce, laugh, and answer questions--...