The Shutdown & the Struggle Plate 🍽️💸

28/10/2025 1h 12min Episodio 85

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When the government shuts down but the stomach still growls, you already know—it’s time to get creative in the kitchen! 😅In this episode of Please, Do Tell, Ronnika and Jeffrey dig into stories of food stamps, family, and finding a way when times get tight. From “struggle plates” that actually slapped to memories of stretching meals and leaning on community, this one’s all about resilience, humor, and heart.Plus:🍞 “At the Playground” — what childhood taught us about survival💬 The real impact of the shutdown on everyday folks🤣 “The Struggle Plate Chronicles” in Foolishness Files⚡ Rapid-fire: “Eat or Nah?” edition — syrup sandwich or sugar toast?Host: Ronnika W. & Jeffrey BMusic: Wallflowers by Bad SnacksConnect with Ronnika: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/ronnikawilliams⁠⁠⁠Connect with Jeffrey: @mrfantasticworld on IG🎧 Tune in, laugh loud, and remember — no matter the budget, we still season our stories.#PleaseDoTellPodcast #StrugglePlateChronicles #FoodStampStories #BlackStorytelling #RealLifeRealFunny