Pondering Podcast

What's the secret to a lasting marriage? In this heartfelt epiosde, Erica sits down with her mother-in-law Cecilia, for an honest and deeply personal conversation about love, loss, and life after more than 60 years marriage, Together, they reflect on the beauty and challenges of growing older with someone, the quiet moments that truly build a relationship, and the grief that comes with losing a li...

Back in January, Louis and Erica recorded their reflections and thoughts on 2025- the grief, the growth, accomplishments and unexpected adventures. In this episode, they re cap the old year, and discuss their hopes and goals for 2026. Erica shares her emotional journey of publishing a book, what it was like sharing her story with the world, and how grief can reshape not only your perspective but f...

This episode contains discussions of death and grief. The content may be emotionally intese or triggering for some listeners. These conversations are raw and real, and they might be triggering for some. Take breaks listening as needed, skip or come back when you are ready. This episode contains discussions about race, segregation, and lived expereinces of discrimination. Listener discretion is adv...

This episode contains discussions about race,  segregation, and lived expereinces of discrimination. Listener discretion is advised as some topics may be emotionally impactful.   A powerful conversation between Erica and her mother-covering life during segregation in Louisiana, the identify of being Creole, culture shock in California, and the deep grief of loosing a grandson. A story of strength,...

Sending love and support to our military during this time.. During his two-week break from basic training, we sit down with our son for a conversation we'll never forget. We talk about what he expected before he left.. and what it's actually been like stepping into this new chapter of his life. From physical challenges to mental growth, he opens up about how he's handling it all-and suprisingly ho...

What does love look like after 32 years of marriage? In this heartfelt episode, we sit down as a couple and ask each other a series of thoughtful, sometimes surpising questions about our life together. From the early years to the seasons of loss, growth, and change, we refelct on what has truly kept our marriage standing the test of time. Through honest answers and shared memories, we talk about t...

This podcast espiode is real marriage-no scripts, no perfect wording. Erica and Louis dive into the arguemnts, misunderstandings and hard conversations that couples actually have.  From miscommunication and unmet expectations to learning how to listen without defending, this is a space for honest dialouge, growth, and choosing connection even when uncomfortable. They express their communication st...

In this depply personal and heartfelt episode, Erica, Louis and Jordan, sit down together to talk openely about what it means to grieve through the holidays. Christmas, once filled with laughter, traditions, and memories shared with their sons and brothers who are no longer here, now carries a different weight-one shaped by absence, remembrance, and love that never fades. They reflect on Christmas...

About Host ''Mixed blended & Simmering'' brings you into the kitchen with Erica Honore and her neice, Alexis, who cook, laugh and dig into what it really looks like to navigate step-parenting and blended family life. From recipes that feed the whole crew on holidays to honest conversations about love, bounadaries, healing and growth, this podcast serves up real stories with a side of comfort food....

Join Erica Honore and her daughter for this epsiode as Erica asks questions about becoming a mother and sharing light hearted conversation around the topic and perspective. This epside shows a difference from the Gen Z and Gen x persepctive on motherhood, how it was viewed as a child and how it is now.   About Host Louis Patin & Erica Honore are husband and wife, and the owners of Pondering Farms....

After more than three decades of marriage, this couple invites listeners into candid conversations about love, growth, and partnership. With 31 years of experience, they explore the power of ''Love Languages'', the importance of communication, and the lessons learned from navigating life earned wisdom.    Love languages are different ways people express and recieve love. The five main love languag...

Louis and Erica both share the same heritage but grew up worlds apart- one surrounded by California coastlines, the other with deep Louisiana roots. Tune into this episode as they dive into the joys, quirks and challenges of blending their different upbringings, while surrounded by the same culture and views. From food traditions to family dynamics, city life differences, they uncover how childhoo...

After 31 years we throw it back to the honeymoon phase and play the classic ''Newlywed Game''- but with two decades of life, love, and laundry under our belts. Join us for a new take on our podcast channel filled with laughter, unexpected answers as we test our memory to see if we are still on the same page after all these years.    FULL VIDEO ON YOUTUBE Watch Now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...

In this deeply personal epsiode, Erica, Louis and their youngest son, Jordan, sit down to share an emotional conversation about a pivotal moment in their lives- Jordan's decision to join the military. With raw honesty, they reflect on the legacy of their oldest son, Donovan, a proud service member whose life was cut short, and the profound impact his memory has on their journey today. Together, th...

In this episode, Louis and Erica open up about the early days of their relationship-when love was abundent, but money was not. From scraping together sandwich meat and bread for camping trips, starting a new business and being a SAHM while going back to College, they reflect on what it really meant to ''live on love''.   Now, years later, with more financial stability and a whole new persepctive,...

This episode contains discussions of child loss and grief. The content may be emotionally intese or triggering for some listeners. These conversations are raw and real, and they might be triggering for some. Take breaks listening as needed, skip or come back when you are ready.  ''Captain Save A Hoe'' is an epsiode based around Louis and Erica's oldest son, Donovan who died 10 years ago today. On...

This episode contains discussions of child loss and grief. The content may be emotionally intese or triggering for some listeners. These conversations are raw and real, and they might be triggering for some. Take breaks listening as needed, skip or come back when you are ready.  Louis Patin & Erica Honore start their podcast off by introducing themselves and diving in to their first loss, their so...