Some of us are going stir crazy. Some of us have burrowed into a new normal. What happens when society opens back up and we all return back to normal”? Is there a “new normal” and how do we respond?
After sheltering in place for the past two months, Fletch is returning to work. Is he excited? Is he hesitant? Tune into this episode and join the discussion about the challenges we face in our post-pandemic world of COVID-19.
Quietly making noise,
Fletch
BONUS EPISODE: Pop answers 10 listener-submitted questions about faith, history, work, and life — from favorite Bible verses to the best job he ever had. A quick, heartfelt bonus episode from the porch.
In this episode of theMangoTimes Podcast, Fletch sits down with friend Matt Andrew to explore the freedom of not knowing everything. From letting go of theological certainty to embracing mystery through poetry and prayer, they talk about the spiritual and personal growth that comes when you stop needing all the answers.
In this special D-Day episode of theMangoTimes Podcast, Fletch sits down with his 94-year-old father to talk about life during World War II. From hearing the news of D-Day to the realities of rationing, duty, and sacrifice, it’s a moving conversation filled with memory, humility, and one very wise pipe-smoking Pop.
In this episode of theMangoTimes Podcast, Fletch sits down with Corey Strauss, founder of The Magic Box Players and one of the Central Valley’s most creative minds in theater and costume design. Together, they explore the value of play, the freedom found in silliness, and why embracing a little nonsense might be exactly what we all need right now. From childhood imagination to mobile puppet theaters and grown-up goofiness, this conversation is a joyful reminder that laughter isn’t just fun—it’s vital.
In this episode, Fletch interviews longtime friend and ultimate “shower-upper” Lisa Kjeldgaard. Based on the Fletchifesto idea that 80% of life is just showing up, this conversation dives into the power of presence and why it matters. Lisa reflects on her background, her education, and how those experiences shaped her values. Together, they explore what it means to show up for others, the personal cost and reward, and why it’s often the first step toward any meaningful life. Plus: a rapid-fire round of fun questions.