This week Melanie and I both have a case of the Basketball Sads, so we process our sports-related heartache before we catch up on the latest with Mabel and Hazel and discuss the details of our weekends. 

We also talk through some activities that are potentially inspiring on the creative front, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- our latest Patreon episode with Retha
- Mississippi State's 2018 baseball team (I said the wrong year in the episode)
- State's women did not in fact win against USC
- Melanie's weighted vest
- Helen in Birmingham
- Bayonet in Birmingham
- The Residence
- Paradise on Hulu
- Adolescence
- dog enrichment activities
- ecru jeans from JCrew outlet
- Junk Gypsy at Round Top
- Melanie's dream retreat
- gauze button front maxi shirt dress
- All in Motion pleated skort
- cropped pull-on culotte pants
- cotton gauze sleeveless swing dress
- West Elm silky Tencel comforter

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This past week Melanie and I have done a little bit of traveling, and we've also had some quality familly time. In this episode we talk about our road trips, Melanie's shopping trip with Caroline, my birthday meal for Alex, and the SEC basketball tournament. 

Also, Melanie shares about a new hobby that might be on the horizon for her, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Grace Valentine
- Dr. Mary Claire Haver
- our Menopausepalooza Patreon episode with Dr. Mary Claire
- Grand Galvez
- Paradise
- berberine supplement
- red yeast rice supplement
- Black Bag
- Darryl Anderson Art on IG
- Darryl Anderson originals via Caron Gallery
- Planters Nut Duos with buffalo cashews and Ranch almonds
- Catherine mid-rise boyfriend jeans in white
- Pilcro long sleeve t-shirt
- small plaid travel case
- cropped linen wide-legged pants

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This week Melanie and I discuss our texting needs from people who aren't Enneagram 9s (just FYI: "Ok" as a response means we're going to think we're in a fight), we recap our time in Birmingham and Nashville, and we discuss how happy she is to be back at home. 

Also, I share all about a little field trip I took to Montgomery this past weekend, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Retha, our friend and business coach
- recipes for black eyed peas and Mexican cornbread (in the Ouida Wednesday digital cookbook)
- our friend Cole Cubelic's podcast, The Cube Show
- the AGT at Ladybird Taco
- Little Professor Bookshop in Birmingham
- Automatic Seafood in Birmingham
- David Thomas & Sissy Goff
- Sally Field at the mall in Soapdish
- The Moran in Houston
- Beth Moore
- Blue Willow Bookshop
- Junk Gypsy in Round Top, TX
- Enneagram Types as Animals
- Bayonet in Birmingham
- Johnny's in Birmingham
- Bri McKoy's potato chip nachos
- Bryan Stevenson
- EJI Legacy Sites in Montgomery
- United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
- 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama
- ruffled pintuck button front blouse
- organic airy gauze quilt set
- The Better Friend by Grace Valentine
- Bagsmart toiletry bag
- long cotton shirt

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What a week it has been! Melanie's book hit #5 on the New York Times bestseller list, I got a new HVAC unit (not as exciting, but still, significant), and Hazel has full-blown PTSD from all the people who have been in and out of our house. Life is a series of highs and lows, right? Anyway, this week we talk about all the Here Be Dragons fun, share our thoughts on some sports developments, and finally get some insight about why A&M serves Pepsi products. 

We also talk about my very active TV life, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- Melanie's book is #5!
- Here Be Dragons by our beloved Melanie
- Fabled Bookshop in Waco
- The Americas with Tom Hanks
- Paradise
- American Murder: Gabby Petito
- Aerie Easy Street sweatshirt
- Old Navy CloudMotion activewear tunic
- Hadley buttondown spring shirt
- olive wood spurtle (here's another option on Etsy)
- Gambino's king cake

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This past week Melanie's been to Austin and College Station, I've been to San Antonio and Auburn, and we've both gotten to spend time with our college kids. On this episode we recap all of the above, and we also discuss the fact that I have watched not just one but TWO movies over the last few days. The Lord is always doing a new thing.

We also discuss some exciting new computer developments, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. 

Hope y'all enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Here Be Dragons by our beloved Melanie
- Melanie's book tour info
- our fancy new Macbooks
- State's new Sunday baseball uniforms
- Teka Molino
- Niva at Bulverde Med Spa
- Conclave
- A Real Pain
- The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
- All Creatures Great & Small
- Somebody Somewhere
- Novforth winter neck warmer
- Zellus weighted vest
- Paul Mitchell Extra Body Extreme Hold Firm Maximum Volume hairspray
- atomizer perfume spray bottle for travel
- Adi Regenerative Pilcro frayed flare jeans

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It's Here Be Dragons week, and Melanie is gearing up to be out of town a lot while I am gearing up for quick trips to San Antonio and Auburn. On this episode we discuss A&M's new basketball uniforms, college baseball opening weekend, and our critical computer situations (true story: Melanie's headphones wouldn't connect while we recorded, and my microphone didn't, either, so this week's sound isn't great, Bob). 

We also talk about what we've been watching, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- Here Be Dragons by our beloved Melanie
- Melanie's book tour info
- Melanie on The 700 Club
- A&M's new basketball uniforms
- Cade Belyeu at Auburn
- Severance
- Fiona Davis - The Lions of Fifth Avenue
- All Creatures Great and Small
- A Place to Call Home
- Frasier
- Paradise
- The White Lotus
- The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
- Peet's Cafe Domingo K-cups
- Portland Leather Famed Frame Clutch
- Apotheke Sea Salt Grapefruit for Pura
- OLIPOP Orange Squeeze
- Pilates crew socks

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This week Melanie and I dig into the dynamic between her and Caroline as far as wardrobe planning is concerned (it's a complex situation), and we talk through my recent discovery related to using mascara. We also discuss my Severance obsession, which is significant. 

On top of all that, Melanie has a new book out next week (!!!), and it's her turn for Five Favorites. 

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Melanie's book tour info 
- Gus Mayer in Birmingham
- Benefit Fan Fest mascara
- Lancome Idole mascara
- Sweed Cloud mascara
- our friend Erin's book 
- Melanie's Little Professor event in Birmingham
- Teka Molina in San Antonio
- Severance
- The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
- Landman
- H&M oversized blouse - $24.99
- L'oreal Plump Ambition lip oil
- Ghirardelli milk chocolate mint cookie candy squares
- Edibites Stress Releaf CBD chew
- Nature's Bounty Anxiety & Stress Relief
- Here Be Dragons by our beloved Melanie

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It's been a week full of cross-stitching and watching Samford Step Sing and catching up with friends since we last recorded, so Melanie and I talk through all of these things as well as how she might be able to deal with the handling of the chicken in a recipe I made over the weekend. 

We also discuss what Melanie's been reading and watching, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Please do enjoy. :-) 

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Show Notes:
- Melanie's heating pad capelet
- finger knitting
- Alex's fraternity at Samford Step Sing
- Chicken Tuscany
- victims of the airplane and helicopter collision in DC
- Live Wire by Kelly Ripa
- You're Cordially Invited on Prime
- collared v-neck short sleeve rugby sweater
- (sidebar: The Alix skinny jeans)
- tension embroidery hoops
- Hazel's new hallway runner
- Aerie Hey Crochet sweatshirt
- our Patreon episode with Lindsay Ferrier (it's on Google drive if you want to listen or share it with someone)

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This week Melanie and I both have tried some new things: Mel has ventured into a new workout experience, and I have decided to pick (back) up a hobby I enjoyed back in high school and college. There's also a mouse update (in light of the Polar Vortex), and Mel shares a great recipe for a dinner party.

Mel also has a new nighttime skincare ritual, and it's her turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- Patrick Mahomes' post-game AFC championship interview
- Aggies and Longhorns and basketball
- sarcastic cross stitch patterns on Etsy
- Slow Horses
- Hotworx
- Hearth & Homestead tallow balm
- Luminesce facial sculptor
- Giada's Sheet Pan Lasagna
- Clearly Loved Pets acrylic dog bowl and stand
- Unbrush detangling brush
- InnBeauty Mineral Glow sunscreen
- Auden striped pajama pants (with matching top)
- Mother Science Hero serum

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Our dear friend (and most frequent podcast guest) Travis Cottrell is with us this week, and what a treat it was for Melanie and me to get to catch up with him. We talk about college football, NFL football, what we've been watching lately, and how we feel about looking up setlists before a concert.

We also discuss 80's music (WHO AMONG US IS SURPRISED), and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Travis Cottrell
- Travis on Instagram
- Travis' beloved Boone, NC
- Melanie's beloved Anthro fleece
- Ohio State's National Dance Team Champions
- Andy Reid
- Cocoon
- Chris Jones
- Dan Campbell
- Travis leading worship for Beth's Bible study at The Met
- Band of Brothers
- Chef's Table: Noodles
- 80s on 8
- 80s on 8 Top 500
- Time Life Ultimate Love Songs on Spotify
- "Somebody's Knockin'" by Teri Gibbs
- PaperMate Profile ballpoint pens
- birthday gift boxes
- the cutest shirt for Valentine's
- Jetset Wingman by Think Royln
- Aloh sanitizing gel with rosemary and peppermint

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- Helix - use this link for 20% off site wide plus two free pillows

On this week's episode Melanie and I talk about my snow days here in Birmingham, her playroom clean-out in San Antonio, and our thoughts about the upcoming national championship college football game. We also discuss a couple of epiphanies I experienced this past week (and, as a follow-up to our last episode, one of them is Wicked-related). 

As if that weren't enough, we have an exciting heating pad update / development, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- Pat McAfee and Marcus Freeman
- Riley Leonard
- Aggie Baseball is preseason baseball #1
- Mississippi State is preseason baseball #18
- the heating pad of my life
- IKEA Kallax shelves
- Perry's preferred Wrangler pants
- Wicked
- Shrinking
- Hearth & Homestead whipped tallow balm
- LMNT sparkling water
- Inn Beauty age-defying duo
- Maya Chia The Great cleansing oil
- Linnea diffuser in lavender / rosemary

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Clearly the Lord is up to something in 2025, because on this episode Melanie shares a tip for cooking with a rotisserie chicken, and I talk about seeing a movie that I had been resisting because of its rampant popularity (so sorry, I'm weird, still haven't seen Titanic, etc.). On top of that, we recap our exciting New Year's Eves ("exciting" is a relative term, but alas). 

We also get an exciting update on the health of Melanie's scalp, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Anthropologie half-zip fleece
- "the cutest shirt" that I ended up ordering
- glazed buttermilk donut cake
- French 75s
- French 95s
- Marcus Freeman
- cream cheese chicken enchiladas
- Wicked
- Wicked movie soundtrack
- Shrinking
- stainless steel tablespoons
- giant heating pad
- Williams Sonoma classic stripe dishtowels (here's a backup link if you need it)
- By Anthropologie classic long line coat
- AlvaQ oversized sweatshirt

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It's our first regular episode of 2025, and we're off to a strong start with some inconvenient (though entertaining) challenges. The Aggies lost their bowl game, one of Mel's refrigerators has gone on to its eternal reward, and the Shankles have had some unexpected visitors in their laundry room. VIVA LA 2025!

We also reflect on our words / phrases for 2024, discuss our words and phrases for the new year, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- Las Vegas Bowl
- our Favorite Favorites episode on Patreon
- One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid
- Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson
- Bagster at Lowe's
- 2025 Low-Level Goals episode on Patreon
- Cole at the Pop-Tarts Bowl
- A Fine Sight to See 
- Conair 2-in-1 steamer
- Rubbermaid 28-piece storage container
- OSEA Dream Night Cream
- Grace for the Moment Daily Bible
- makeup brush cleaner

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- Zbiotics

When we recorded this episode, Melanie was making cinnamon rolls, and I had just completed a grocery run full of vegetables and several different kinds of sugar. In other words: Christmas Day is upon us, and on this episode we talk about all of our last-minute preparations and even some plans that have gone awry. It's also my turn for Five Favorites.

Merry Christmas, everyone - we are so grateful for you, and we hope your Christmas is full of time with the people you love the most!

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Show Notes:
- the cinnamon rolls Mel likes to make
- the Chex Mix we both like to make (I use Dot's Pretzels and add the Gardetto rye chips)
- Ouida Wednesday squash casserole
- sweet potato casserole (I use half and half, not evaporated milk - and no cinnamon)
- "Jesus Can Work It Out" with Dianne Williams
- JazzTX in San Antonio
- A&M (and Mississippi State) to be featured on SEC football show
- "Tourniquet" by Zach Bryan
- Libro.fm - a great way to listen to audiobooks
- The Dutch House by Ann Patchett
- Dinner with Vampires by Bethany Joy Lentz
- James by Percival Everett
- Black Doves on Netflix (not for the children)
- Glazed Buttermilk Donut Cake
- Aerie cozy long sleeve oversized boyfriend tee
- Catrice Instant Awake under eye brightener
- OneSkin peptide topical supplement and skin longevity age reversal eye cream
- Mrs. Meyer's dish soap in peppermint

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'Tis the season to record an audiobook and do a little bit of hostessing - or at least that's what Melanie and I have been up to this past week. On this episode we talk about our college kids' laundry situation (it's bad here in Birmingham), what we've been reading and watching, and why Melanie needs a new rug in her dining room to help with podcast recording quality.

We also discuss a fantastic concert I went to this past weekend, and it's Mel's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Melanie's new book
- Helen in Birmingham
- Leslie Odom, Jr.
- Leslie Odom, Jr.'s Simply Christmas
- Courtney DeFeo's podcast
- The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
- All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker
- The Dutch House by Ann Patchett audiobook
- Polo on Netflix
- No Good Deed on Netflix
- Cold Case: Who Killed Jon Benet Ramsey on Netflix
- Shark Pro vacuum mop
- v-neck batwing sweater
- Quince cotton cropped cable knit sweater
- Varley Hawley half-zip sweatshirt
- Frank & Eileen Shirley oversized button-up

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Since college football is starting to move into the rearview mirror just a tiny bit, this week Melanie and I discuss our end-of-year Spotify and Apple Music info, we consider my new maximum volume hair product strategy, and Melanie talks about an audiobook she absolutely loved. 

We also take a look at what's ahead for both of us this week, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope y'all enjoy! 

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Show Notes:
- Georgia vs. Texas
- College Football Playoffs field of 12
- Dinner for Vampires by Bethany Joy Lentz
- A Fine Sight to See playlist on Apple Music
- A Fine Sight to See playlist on Spotify
- T-Pain's covers album
- Color WOW Raise the Roof Thicken + Lift Spray
- Color WOW Xtra Large Bombshell Volumizer
- Color WOW Dream Cocktail Carb-Infused Leave-in treatment
- R+Co Dallas Thickening Spray
- Dan in Real Life
- Leslie Odom Jr.'s Simply Christmas
- Kate McLeod Sleep Stone
- Goddard's jewelry cleaner
- Burlbero Rocky Mountain sherpa fleece vest
- Southern Living's coconut cream pie recipe
- Menus: A Book for Your Meals & Your Memories

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This week Melanie recaps her time in College Station - though she wishes the game had gone a different way - before we break down our respective Thanksgivings and I lament the Egg Bowl (on top of lamenting a two-win season for my Bulldogs). 

Melanie also shares a flat tire situation she had to deal with, and it's her turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- Texas at Texas A&M
- "The Yellow Rose of Texas"
- Mississippi State at Ole Miss
- Georgia Tech at Georgia
- Cheese Gal salad
- The George Hotel in College Station
- June's Journey
- our bonus podcast episode with Cole Cubelic
- Weem hair and skin gummies
- Long duster cardigan
- Smartphone photo printer 
- Lavender tea tree eye cleanser 
- Trader Joe's Stepping It Up spicy snack bar mix

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Earlier this week Melanie and I recorded with our friend Cole Cubelic for a Patreon episode - and then Cole's audio upload proceeded to get caught in an internet no-man's land for several days. This morning, though, we got news from our friends at Riverside.fm that they were able to recover Cole's audio, so I put together a quick bonus episode in the event that you're bored / traveling / curious about Cole's Thanksgiving (and football) favorites.

Plus, much to our delight, Cole shares his thoughts on tomorrow's football game between the Texas A&M Fightin' Aggies and their arch rival, the Texas Longhorns.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Melanie's cornbread dressing (and her broccoli rice casserole recipe)
- strawberry pretzel salad
- ending of Oklahoma vs. Missouri
- Oklahoma vs. South Carolina
- Alabama vs. Vanderbilt
- Read & React with Cole and Roman Harper
- Cole's podcast, The Cube Show

Melanie and I spent our weekend in the loveliest village on the Plains, so this episode is chock-full-o-details about our time in Auburn, including our shenanigans with Caroline and Ella and the Aggies' unfortunate loss in four overtimes. FOUR OVERTIMES. 

We also discuss all the fun we had in Birmingham, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, y'all - and Happy Thanksgiving!

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Show Notes:
- The Valley Hotel in Birmingham
- Helen in Birmingham
- Davenport's in Birmingham
- Gus Mayer
- At Home in Homewood
- Botanic in Opelika
- A&M at Auburn
- braided hair ties - pack of 100 for less than $10
- sausage ball scoop
- Pilcro foil sweatshirt
- BaByliss travel hair dryer
- Claire Bella towel wrap

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This week Melanie and I talk about the latest with college football, the latest with what we're reading, and the latest with my very early Christmas decorating. We also discuss the fact that Melanie and Caroline are headed to Alabama this weekend so we can take a little road trip to the loveliest village on the plains. 

On top of that, I share some of Hazel's most recent issues (the separation anxiety is real), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Auburn's eagle crashes into press box
- Florida beats LSU
- Georgia beats Tennessee
- The Wedding People by Alison Espach
- What in the World?! by Leanne Morgan
- All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker
- Mood Christmas Edition by Jon McLaughlin (I said the wrong last name when Mel and I were talking!) 
- Jonathan McReynolds "Sent Me a King"
- The Speckled Beauty by Rick Bragg
- Dan Campbell on leadership
- full length fleece plush robe
- Goop Beauty salt scrub detox shampoo with rose hip oil
- retro stripe tube socks
- J. Crew long sleeve knit pajama set
- sequined a-line dress

Sponsors:
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- Lume - use code BIGBOO for 15% off your first purchase

Melanie and I both have happy live show hangovers this week, so we break down all of our Dallas fun as well as some fantastic memories from not even 24 hours in College Station. We had time with our friends Beth and Ree, we had time with each other and our friends and family, and we saw some amazingly talented college students perform in Chi O Songfest. It was quite a time.

We also wrap up our gift guide suggestions (see what I did there?!) this week, and we hope you enjoy! 

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Show Notes:
- Crescent Court Hotel in Dallas
- Mi Cocina in Dallas
- Retha, our business manager
- Beth Moore
- tap shoes on Amazon (seriously)
- wings in tap shoes
- Ree Drummond
- The Texas Theatre
- Songfest at Texas A&M
- digital copy of Songfest
- Mia Maria
- Spicy Hamburger Vegetable Soup
- 2024 Big Boo Holiday Gift Guide

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Oh, how the college football turns have tabled. Melanie's Aggies traveled from the football mountaintop to the (temporary, we believe) valley this past weekend, so as you can imagine, she's still processing her emotions re: the loss. However, the good news is that this week marks the first installment of our annual holiday gift guide, and we're just as happy as we can be about that. Plus, we talk about our favorite fruity candy flavors, so basically we're changing the world one podcast episode at a time.

So excited to see some of you in Dallas this week - and hope you enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- A&M at South Carolina
- shrubs at South Carolina's field
- Cam Matthews
- breakfasts with Matthew
- Skittle Gummies
- 2024 Big Boo Holiday Gift Guide

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The Aggies are at the top of the SEC football standings, so naturally Melanie and I talk all about that on this episode - along with the state of her legs and feet after walking about 13,000 steps in her full-length cowboy boots. And in my neck of the woods, I cooked for Alex and his buddies this past Sunday night, so it's been BUTTER AHOY here in Birmingham.

We also discuss reading ruts and how to maybe / hopefully / possibly snap out of them, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- A&M's pregame entrance from four angles
- Aggies' O-line pushes Marcel Reed into the end zone
- Mike Elko has some things to say
- "Mama my legs are sweatin'"
- Mississippi State SEC Soccer Champions
- the squirrel at the Ole Miss game
- Two Funny Girls
- Shrinking on AppleTV+
- Somebody Somewhere on HBOMax
- The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory by Tim Alberta
- What in the World?! by Leanne Morgan
- The Barn by Wright Thompson
- Color WOW Dream Cocktail Carb-Infused Leave-in Treatment
- Haagen Dazs peppermint bark ice cream bars
- Revlon Shape-n-Buff nail file and buffer
- We the Free Mari Muscle pullover
- cigarettes dog toy (thanks, Lucky Peacock, for the tip)

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For the second year in a row, The Big Boo Bowl was the Aggies' time to shine, but there was still a fine time to be had in Starkville. So this week Melanie and I discuss my very brief interaction with Dan Mullen, my enduring affection for the 2014 Mississippi State Bulldogs, and why it's bad form to throw objects on the field during a football game. Hypothetically. 

We also talk about the non-football parts of our weekends, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. As a shock to absolutely no one, my microphone appears to be dying a slow death, so hopefully our sound will be all better next week (she says, hopefully). 

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- The Big Boo Bowl
- Georgia at Texas
- the controversial call at the Georgia / Texas game
- Ole Miss responds to claims of fake injuries
- Sophie and Dan Mullen
- Melanie and Jimbo Fisher
- Little House on the Prairie on Amazon Prime
- Mississippi State women's soccer #3 in the country
- Round Top
- Shrinking on AppleTV
- The Miracle Club on Netflix
- Aerie fleece super wide leg pants
- gold dangle earrings
- Adaline bracelet by Hudson Day
- High Noon Market leather bags
- maroon enamel heart on paperclip chain

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On this episode Melanie and I discuss the variety of smells that greeted me during my travels last week, and of course we talk about college football: Melanie's high level of relaxation during a bye weekend, LSU's overtime win, the upcoming Big Boo Bowl, my current fight with Kirby Smart, and the fact that I accidentally messaged Dan Mullen on Instagram.

Naturally there are Side Eyes and I See Yous, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

 Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Mississippi State / Auburn 2014
- Ole Miss at LSU
- Mississippi State at Georgia
- South Carolina at Alabama
- Kirby Smart pushes Michael Van Buren
- Michael Van Buren
- our friend and business coach Retha Nichole
- A&M's women's basketball coach Joni Taylor
- collared colorblock sweatshirt mini dress
- AirPods Pro 2
- Firelight Candles
- COOP Home Goods Eden cooling pillow
- USB and USB-C four-port charger

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This past weekend delivered in terms of COLLEGE FOOTBALL CHAOS - which, as we all know, is Melanie's favorite. So on this week's episode we talk about the chaos, and about our weekends, and about the latest with all my traveling. Plus, Side Eyes and I See Yous.

We also discuss my weekend in Melanie's favorite city (not) - and it's her turn for Five Favorites

 Enjoy, y'all!

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- Convoy of Hope (for Hurricane Helene relief)
- The Rock Church - Boone, NC (our friend Travis' nephew is the pastor here - select "Helene relief fund" from the drop-down menu)

Show Notes:
- Missouri at A&M
- Kirby Smart disappointed in Georgia's atmosphere
- Alabama at Vandy
- Tennessee at Arkansas
- SEC Shorts
- Wake Forest & North Carolina marching bands play "Amazing Grace"
- Dan Mullen's Top 25 (THE SHADE)
- Nate Bargatze as George Washington, round 2
- Olamaie in Austin
- Paperboy in Austin
- The Otis in Austin
- "You Never Even Called Me by My Name" by David Allan Coe
- blue light aviator reading glasses
- Solely Foster collegiate cashmere and more (use code BOO15 for 15% off everything except mahjong and children's clothing)
- Old Navy So Soft vneck sweater
- Closer to God: A 40-Day Pursuit of God's Personal Presence by Jeannie Cunnion
- Pilcro relaxed roll neck sweater
- What in the World?! by Leanne Morgan

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It was football shenanigans aplenty over the weekend, so of course Melanie and I share our thoughts about the games and the calls and the Pat McAfee antics. Plus, we discuss a Netflix show that has our whole hearts and break down the pieces and parts of our weekends. 

Melanie also shares all the things she loves about Leanne Morgan's new book, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, y'all!

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- The Rock Church - Boone, NC (our friend Travis' nephew is the pastor here - select "Helene relief fund" from the drop-down menu)

Show Notes:
- Mississippi State at Texas
- Kentucky at Ole Miss
- A&M vs. Arkansas
- Virginia Tech at Miami
- Georgia at Alabama
- end of Georgia / Alabama game
- Dan Mullen's Top 25
- Nobody Wants This on Netflix
- What in the World?! by Leanne Morgan
- Sophie's Introverting playlist on Apple Music and Spotify
- our Patreon episode about SNL favorites
- SEC Shorts
- The PLAN by Kendra Adachi
- Noah Kahan Stick Season candle
- Motor City Pizza Co. pepperoni pizza
- Fruit of the Loom seamless hi-cut underwear (from Melanie's recommendation on Patreon)
- Daily Practice Play oversized dress

Sponsors:
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On this week's episode Melanie and I talk about college football (sad trombone for me), Melanie's unprecedented closet clean-out, and my latest travels related to book-related fun and shenanigans. Plus, Melanie shares a Twitter account that has added some joy to her life - in addition to an explanation about why bird hunting is not what the Lord has for her.

As an added bonus, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

 Enjoy, y'all!

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Show Notes:
- Vandy at Missouri
- Arkansas at Auburn
- A Fine Sight to See: Leading Because You Were Made for It
- Sophie's Book Tour
- Blue Willow Bookshop in Houston
- The Graduate Auburn
- Botanic in Opelika
- Texas A&M police's Twitter account
- "Don't Close Your Eyes" by Keith Whitley
- Riddle Original milky spray lotion
- Crunchmaster Avocado Toast crackers
- laundry pod and dryer sheet holder
- storm grey Phoenix Oncepts
- Auden cozy ribbed wide leg pants

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Well, college football is pretty much all wrapped up for me this season, so this week Melanie and I discuss that unfortunate development as well as the very positive turn of events for her Aggies. Plus, we discuss my book launch week and all the reasons it basically has been an absolute delight.

On top of that, there are Side Eyes and I See Yous, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope y'all enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Mississippi State / Toledo
- Florida / A&M
- South Carolina / LSU
- Joe Tessitore's white suit
- Nick Saban singing "Wagon Wheel"
- Shane Beamer
- A Fine Sight to See: Leading Because You Were Made for It
- Sophie's Book Tour
- Little Professor in Birmingham
- Fairhope, Alabama
- The Grand Hotel
- Page & Palette in Fairhope
- Blue Willow Bookshop in Houston
- Maeve 3D bows shirt dress
- John Mark Enterprises on IG
- Ozzy dress in leopard
- Aerie Prep Rally rugby sweatshirt
- Woodsy sweater (or another option that's final sale 50% off)

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This week Melanie and I bring back our college football Side Eyes and I See Yous as well as recap her weekend with Caroline home and my weekend at a conference about the Enneagram and Spiritual Disciplines. On top of that, I have a new book that's out this week, so Melanie makes us talk about that despite the fact that it wasn't on our episode outline. 

We also discuss a couple of shows that have captured our attention, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

 Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- Notre Dame vs. NIU
- Alabama vs. South Florida
- Arkansas vs. Oklahoma State
- Melanie's new air fryer
- Life in the Trinity (this was the Enneagram workshop I went to)
- A Fine Sight to See: Leading Because You Were Made for It
- Sophie's Book Tour
- Taylor at the first Chiefs' game
- Travis' hat at the US Open
- Couples Therapy (NOT FOR THE CHILDREN)
- The Perfect Couple tv show
- The Perfect Couple book
- Sweed Cloud mascara
- sleeveless sweater vest
- dressy lace top
- Twofer sweater dress set
- Liv lounge set

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This week Melanie processes her A&M / Notre Dame feelings (in addition to her game-time dehydration issues), and I'm ticked that my beloved Bulldogs are not, in my opinion, receiving the recognition that a lifetime member of the Southeastern Conference should receive. Mostly, though, we're just delighted that college football is all the way back - and we continue to be curious about how Nick Saban is going to handle the whole Pat McAfee / GameDay situation.

We also celebrate the return of my missing bracelets (it's a long story), and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- A&M vs. Notre Dame
- "Power" as Aggies' intro
- GameDay segment with illusionist
- Brian Kelly's post-USC press conference
- Karen Howell on Twitter
- Vanderbilt vs. Virginia Tech
- Saban and Pat McAfee
- Mississippi State vs. Eastern Kentucky
- our favorite belt fan (this thing is MAGIC)
- order a copy of A Fine Sight to See
- A Fine Sight to See book events
- Anthro brushed coatigan
- BoomBoom nasal sticks
- We the Free rugby striped sweatshirt
- multi-purpose stainless steel scraper
- AE Dreamy Drape stretch super high-waisted jeans

Sponsors:
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Melanie and I are coming in hot with this week's episode because our quick trip to Dallas meant that we had to record today (Wednesday) - which is also when the episode releases. Add in the fact that Mel had to record outside and I was babysitting Hazel while window cleaners were working at our house, and you have a real audio masterpiece right here in episode 405.

We talk about our time in Dallas, our love for Shipt, Hazel's arthritis - and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, y'all!

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Show Notes:
- A Fine Sight to See: Leading Because You're Made for It
- book events for the new book
- The Cube Show
- My Lady Jane
- Only Murders in the Building
- Family Savvy chicken tetrazzini
- TikTok with Jesus (actually it was a Reel)
- Kenra Dry Texture Spray
- Italian print tissue paper
- American flag crewneck sweater
- Dolce Vita Bobby platform sandal
- Rodni ballet flats

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Melanie and I were a little tired when we recorded this week, but all it took to create a little energy was a conversation about big trucks that carry limbs or maybe even gravel. We found our voices for sure and then managed to have discussions about what went on this past week as well as fashion trends for fall that leave us a little unsure.

We also talk about move-in for Alex's junior year, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

 Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- foreground and background decisions on "Feckless Politicians & Fearful Churches" on The Holy Post podcast (start around 49 minutes)
- Emily in Paris
- Gus Mayer in Birmingham
- Melanie's maybe-flats from Zara
- twofers at Anthropologie 
- Amy Grant's version of "Angels We Have Heard on High"
- Free People It's Official pullover
- Lancome L'Absolu Rouge cream lipstick in Exotic Orchid
- Brown & Haley Mountain Bars (peanut butter) 
- St. Christopher medal necklace
- Maya Chia Advanced Multi-Correctional eyelash and brow treatment

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This week there was more than Melanie and I could fit into a single episode - and I'm sort of sick about it because I had a whole Amy Grant / Jamie Golden story that I didn't have time to tell. NONETHELESS, we talk about an unfortunate series of events at the ranch, why Caroline is now Katniss Everdeen, and some of our favorite Olympic moments.

I also share a very nerdy sociological theory that I learned about last week, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, y'all!

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- Our event at Compass Church in Colleyville, TX on August 26th

Show Notes:
- That Sounds Fun with Annie Downs
- the latest at the ranch (if snakes are your enemy, don't look)
- Chappell Roan
- "Feckless Politicians & Fearful Churches" on The Holy Post podcast (if you just want to hear about foreground and background decisions, start around 49 minutes)
- Jordan Chiles' bronze medal controversy
- Raygun
- US women's basketball gold medal ceremony
- Simone Biles Rising
- Birdman Fitmingo protein powder
- Kevin Murphy Body Builder mousse
- puffy heart necklace
- Anecdote Enhanting Espresso martini candle
- Stylia eye patches

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I recorded in a hotel room this week - with my old microphone at that - so a thousand pardons for my sound quality as Melanie and I catch up on the last week of life (truth be told, I think my microphone stopped working about a third of the way through the episode, but who among us is surprised). We discuss Caroline's 21st birthday, the continued persistence of the raccoons next door to Mel, and why I'm in Atlanta all week long. 

As you might expect, we dabble in a little bit of Olympics-related current events, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Sophie speaking at Marietta First United Methodist on Saturday 8/10
- A Fine Sight to See: Leading Because You Were Made for It
- Le Petit Cochon in College Station
- Mississippi men and the ginormous gator
- Young Sheldon
- the softest, cutest set from Amazon
- Unexpected Cheddar Spread with hatch chile
- Madison platform loafer
- wide cut pull-on pants (these were on Mel's Fashion Friday - please pardon the repetition)
- Shewin casual summer top (and Mel and I also love this one)

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It's an Olympics-palooza this week as Melanie and I talk about cheering for sports we already love as well as sports where we're still in a learning curve but no less enthusiastic. 'Tis the season for "U-S-A!," marveling at the French scenery, and scrutinizing the Olympic parents' heart rate monitors. We're here for every bit of it. 

We also break down my family's weekend visit with Alex's roommate, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- Jason Kelce's beret and dryfit red, white, and blue
- Joni Taylor
- Simone Biles' double pike vault
- Snoop Dogg at the Olympics
- Léon Marchand
- Taryn Delanie Smith on IG
- Suni Lee's story
- Ilona Maher on TikTok
- Ilona Maher on her BMI 
- Reece's Medals
- our SEC Media Days Patreon episode with Cole Cubelic
- Cole's podcast, The Cube Show
- Cole on Instagram
- Sophie's newsletter
- Sophie's book events for A Fine Sight to See
- Southern Living's Cheese Slaw
- Baleaf pleated tennis skirt
- Hurricane classic 20-inch box fan
- OneSkin topical face supplement
- AE pool-to-party linen trousers
- Allie+Bess gameday collection (20% off with code MELANIE20)
- Melanie's guide to Patreon - full-o-helpful-hints

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It's episode 400 for our little podcast, so this week Melanie and I do a little reminiscing and reflecting. We're delighted as always to visit with our most frequent podcast guest, Travis Cottrell, and we also revisit some audio clips that feature some of our favorite podcast moments. Plus we catch up on what's been going on in San Antonio and Birmingham.

On top of all that, I share an airport story that continues to warm my heart, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy - and thanks, as always, for listening!

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Show Notes:
- Travis Cottrell
- Travis' first episode with us
- iChat - what we first used to record
- Vonda Braithwaite
- "You Don't Bring Me Flowers"
- Retha Nichole, our business coach
- Pawhuska, OK
- the episode with Juan
- the episode with Phil Rosenthal
- the episode with Mike Leach
- Brats
- Patrick Ta Major Headlines Double Take creme powder and blush duo in Just Enough
- floral palazzo pants
- Back 70 Teddy sneakers (I also love the hot pink)
- all-in-one spray and wipe cleaner
- H&M oxford buttondown

Sponsors:
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Melanie and I recorded this week's episode late Tuesday night, and you will not be surprised to hear some significant audio issues in the back half (I left my headphones in Birmingham, I had to use my AirPods, and about 25 minutes in my AirPods microphone took over the recording part of the festivities). HOWEVER COMMA we have lots to share about our first couple of days in Dallas at Media Days (more to come on Patreon), and we're thrilled that we managed to record at all because, well, we're us.

True story: we would have re-recorded if time had allowed. It's rough going, so thank you in advance for your patience. 

We also talk about an unexpected Cowboy sighting, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

 Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- The Paul Finebaum Show (our segment starts around 1:53:00)
- SEC Football Media Days
- Maya Chia Pressed Serum
- Clarins depuffing mask
- Melanie's chin strap mask
- Eminence Strawberry Rhubarb mask
- Mi Cocina
- Troy Aikman
- our segment on Mac and Cube
- SEC Storied: Saturday Night Lights
- Laura Rutledge
- Peter Burns
- Cole Cubelic
- Cole's podcast (chock-full-o-preseason-football-gold)
- Paul Finebaum
- The Perfect Couple by Elin Hilderbrand
- CRZ yoga high waisted athletic shorts
- Amazon flat front men's chino shorts
- Maya Chia The Refresh Mint exfoliating moisture mask
- Nordstrom Moonlight Eco knit pajamas
- Upon Waking by Jackie Hill Perry

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Melanie and I were due for a catch-up when we recorded this week's episode, so we talk about what we did on the 4th of July, my latest Pilates adventures, and Melanie's commitment to watching The Chosen. I also share a run-down of the last few books I've read - because apparently reading is my job now.

In addition to all that, we share some of our thoughts about the most recent developments with Taylor and Travis, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, y'all!

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Show Notes:
- a CBS Special Presentation opening credits from the 70s
- portal works out for Aggie baseball
- TRX equipment
- Nora Goes Off Script by Annabel Monaghan 
- Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan
- Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera
- Sandwich by Catherine Newman
- Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo
- The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center
- The Chosen
- Taylor's mash-up for Travis
- The Bear
- SEC Football Media Days in Dallas 
- America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on Netflix
- DIFF Gigi Cafe Ole brown gradient gold flash sunglasses
- rechargeable tactical flashlight (pack of 2)
- Tweezerman ProMaster eyelash curler
- Public Rec Gamechanger pants
- Venus travel razor

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The sun is once again shining in Aggieland, and this week Melanie and I discuss their new head baseball coach as well as the stealthy nature of the coaching search. Plus, we catch up on our respective weekends (Mel went to the beach, I stayed in Birmingham) as well as what we've been watching and reading.

We also discuss some Dallas live show thoughts, and it's Mel's turn for Five Favorites.

 Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- Michael Earley new Aggies' baseball coach
- my new cute shoes from Gus
- Port Aransas, TX
- The Bear
- our Patreon episode on seasons 1 and 2 of The Bear
- The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center
- America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on Netflix
- "Thunderstruck" DCC dance on TikTok
- OPI Dream Come Blue
- salt and pepper grinder set
- Howler Bros. embroidered shirts
- Orleans Mint Leaf candle (15% off with code BIGBOO15)
- Thrive Causemetics Empowermatte lipstick crayon (10% off your first order with code BIGBOO)

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Well, IT HAS BEEN A WEEK for the Aggies. Melanie and I share some of our thoughts about the very unfortunate set of circumstances surrounding the departure of the A&M baseball coach, and we'll continue that discussion on Patreon. It's not just baseball on this episode, though; we discuss a couple of concerts I've attended this past week and talk about what we've been watching.

On top of all that, it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- Aggies: "what they accomplished cannot be overlooked"
- Tennessee wins Men's College World Series
- Aggies' coach says he's not taking another job
- Aggies' coach takes another job
- Ben Rector and Cody Fry Symphony Series
- Aaron Tveit live at Cafe Carlyle
- The Wallace in NYC
- Shukette NYC
- LaGuardia is so good now
- The Bear
- America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on Netflix
- The Chosen
- Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara
- Will Guidara on being part of The Bear
- Cutluxe serrated utility knife
- Supergoop! Lip Shade in rose
- Corey Lynn Calter silk shirt dress
- Naomi high rise jeans in seashell blue
- Fancii LED ultra slim rechargeable makeup mirror

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Melanie and I are right down to the wire on this one - recording on Wednesday afternoon just a few hours before we release the episode - but this is what we needed to do so that Melanie could share a full account of her time with Caroline in Omaha. So we're talking about baseball, and some TV thoughts, and the fact that I went to see an actual movie in an actual theater. So many developments.

On top of all that, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- NCAA Men's College World Series
- DJ's Sports Bar in Omaha
- plastic baby Jesuses
- The Table in Omaha
- My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman
- I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger
- Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan
- Helen in Birmingham
- acrylic trash bag holder (I left out of last week's show notes)
- two-piece short set outfit
- Liquid IV sugar-free electrolyte lemon lime drink mix
- Pilcro linen flutter-sleeve blouse
- Pistola button down tunic shirt in bordeaux stripe
- Frank & Eileen button-up Shirley shirt

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The Aggies are going to Omaha, so no one will be surprised to hear how much Melanie and I talk about that very thing in this week's episode. So much baseball. So many runs scored by walks. So much fun. 

We also discuss some books I've recently read (and loved!), and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, y'all!

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Show Notes:
Kaeden Kent's grand slam
Elijah MacNamee's home run against Stanford
Aggies win the super regional
plastic baby Jesuses
Braden Montgomery's injury
Jac Caglianone
our Patreon episode with Hayden Schott
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Look Closer by David Ellis
I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger
Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas
The Gentlemen on Netflix
Hacks
Thymes Mandarin Coriander countertop spray
Crystal Light peach Arnold Palmers (lemonade and peach iced tea)
Zara crossbody bag
silicone travel sleeves

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This episode is a college baseball-palooza, what with my attempts to make peace with the Bulldogs' outcome at the regionals and Melanie's recap of her trip to watch the Aggies play the Longhorns (which ended up being an unexpected encounter with an array of tiny Jesuses). Plus, I have some feedback about the announcing side of college baseball and lots of thoughts about a quality at-bat.

We also discuss a show we have both loved - as well as my impromptu trip to a fast food restaurant after a doctor's appointment - and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- A&M going to super regionals
- NCAA baseball super regional line-up
- Hacks
- Taco Bell's Cheez-it menu
- tennis dress
- Agolde Parker denim shorts
- tunic ruffle hem shirt dress
- oversized boyfriend button down shirt
- Tan Luxe The Body Butter (this was a sidebar)
- Musely The Spot pill

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The Shankles have been in Montana, the Hudsons have been in Hoover (at the SEC baseball tournament), and on this episode that means that Melanie and I have a lot of catching up to do. There have been outdoor adventures, there have been NCAA grievances, and there is a whole lot of college baseball to look forward to as the regionals get cranked up this weekend.

Also, I have cooked some meals, so I talk about that - and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- The Resort at Paws Up
- Sophie on The Paul Finebaum Show with Cole Cubelic
- Cole's podcast, The Cube Show
- NCAA 2024 Regional Baseball Bracket
- French Onion Sliders for a Crowd
- King's Hawaiian pretzel slider buns
- Biscoff ice cream pie
- the Hudsons' favorite chicken parmesan recipe
- the Deshazor Everett targeting call that Melanie continues to question
- pictures of the new kitchen (look in the Kitchen 2024 highlight)
- appliance slider for coffee pot
- soft striped maxi dress
- Supergoop Glowscreen sunscreen in champagne
- gold coffee spoons
- Sonos Era 300

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This week Melanie listens patiently as I lament the projected college baseball regionals, and I listen with my mouth hanging open as Melanie shares a specific request P had for this past Friday's trash pick-up (no doubt, however, that it was certainly on-brand). In addition to those things, we discuss our shoe organization and the new season of Bridgerton.

Of course there's a kitchen / house update, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- A&M women's tennis team wins national championship
- predicted regionals for D1 college baseball
- Dudy Noble field
- Ryan Targac's pitch hit 
- Sophie's shoe organizer
- sliding trays that go underneath your coffee pot
- Bridgerton season 3
- ten shelf organizer for shoes
- Free People Crafted cargo pants
- AE Dreamy Drape cargo jeans in white
- "Amen" by Rita Springer (and here's the link to Rita Springer's podcast)
- AE Slouchy House oversized t-shirt

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Right before we recorded this episode, I experienced a significant overtalking situation (to be clear, I was the one who was talking too much), so Melanie and I break down that unfortunate series of events before we discuss her time in College Station, our latest college baseball woes, and the most recent kitchen developments (so close! we're getting so close to the end!). 

Plus, Melanie shares about a house she recently visited and loved, her new home furnishing goal, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- The George in College Station
- Aggies undefeated in non-conference games
- the rug where Hazel likes to hide things
- bamboo expandable kitchen drawer dividers
- J Crew popover shirt
- under cabinet organizer
- Daily Practice pull-on cargo shorts
- Oxford Pennant

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This week everybody's sound is functioning properly (may the Lord be praised) as Melanie and I discuss my time in Houston, P's newest hobby, and the wonder of LSU baseball's Tommy White. We also talk about Caroline's very exciting book news, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- Caroline's book news
- Somebody Somewhere
- Pickwick & Co. 
- Amy Hannon
- AromaPlan diffuser
- AromaPlan fragrance sample pack
- Tommy White
- The Idea of You on Amazon
- Queen Charlotte on Netflix
- Crash Landing on You on Netflix
- Tom Lake by Ann Patchett (our April Patreon book club pick)
- Et Serena quartz countertops
- Abby Moorer Hair and Makeup
- Sexy Hair Big Powder Play Volumizing and Texturizing Powder
- Battlefield of the Mind
- Cloth and Stone shirt dress
- letter charms at Allie & Bess (use code MELANIE20 for 20% off)
- Be All You Can Be pants

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Granted, it's not an unusual occurrence, but it's been a tough week for audio excellence here in Big Boo land. Please forgive the absence of consistent volume on my end of things. Plus, Melanie and I recorded this episode in about three different installments because, well, life. However comma our sound gets sorted out by the 30-minute mark (better then than never, right?), and we did manage to have a fairly coherent conversation about our current college baseball situations as well as some thoughts about Taylor Swift's latest offering. Look at us persevere!

We also discuss my very late arrival on the Bridgerton train, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- Hunter Hines hits a two-run homer
- TSwift's The Tortured Poets Department
- Funny Story by Emily Henry
- Tom Lake by Ann Patchett (our April Patreon book club pick)
- Bridgerton
- viscose tunic dress
- The Perfect Jean NYC
- oven protector mat
- Universal Thread cinch waist maxi dress
- Better Homes & Gardens four-cube organizer

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This week Melanie and I recap the Birmingham live show as well as all the fun before and after it. Unfortunately there were a few travel complications when it was time to head back to Texas, but Mel tells the story of a Southwest gate agent who got some things handled in the Birmingham airport.

We also discuss our quick trip to Tuscaloosa, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- our Birmingham Guide with all of our B'ham favorites
- Cole's podcast, Cube Show
- The Margaret in Birmingham
- Mikey's Hot Dog Cafe food truck
- Google doc with all our live show clothes and shoes and links
- The Valley Hotel in Birmingham
- The Essential in Birmingham
- Oncept Porto sneakers
- Sanders Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels
- Nosh Social Co.
- Pomander Place striped blouse
- square aviator sunglasses

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