There's been a whole lot of life since last week's episode: Melanie moved Caroline into a new apartment, I've had a ton of soccer-adjacent fun in Birmingham, and we've both made the Taylor & Travis wedding coverage into a full-fledged hobby at this point. On top of that, we've celebrated the 4th of July, and I've done an unprecedented amount of dog-sitting.

We also discuss what we've been watching (the World Cup and more), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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On this episode Melanie says that I am "one seat shy of a beanbag" because I do not follow our typical recording protocol. That is to say: I recorded this episode while sitting on my bed. NEVERTHELESS comma we cover so many topics where we were in need of a catch-up: my family time with Jackson's dog, Oakley; the latest in San Antonio; and our ongoing efforts to appreciate and understand the Summer House universe.

We also discuss our plans for the 4th of July, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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This is our 500th regular episode (technically we've recorded more than that because 1) we've done some special episodes and 2) we've recorded over 200 bonus episodes on Patreon - but you know we are never going to burden ourselves with any unnecessary math), and hopefully you'll be delighted to know that it's business as usual for this particular podcast milestone. Melanie has sprained her ankle, I've done a whole lot of cooking, and we've both watched all the college baseball (not to mention DCC) that we possibly can.

Mel also shares about Caroline's trip to Brazil, and it's her turn for Five Favorites.

Thanks so much for being here. We hope you enjoy!

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This week Melanie and I talk about how (and why) we love to pack for a trip; I share some observations about the Men's College World Series; and Melanie tells a sad-but-true tale involving a plumbing issue and a very unfortunate skunk. It feels like a lot has happened over the last week. 

We also discuss what we're enjoying about the World Cup, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, everybody!

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This week Melanie and I discuss my trip to Athens, Georgia (it was the best of times, it was the worst of times) and the end of Mississippi State's 2026 baseball season. We also cover some related topics: how we feel about baseball fields that lack dirt and grass, my appeal to the University of Georgia to install some cup holders, my friend Tracey's idea for a new cheer for our Bulldogs, and the fact that I'm in a fight with the NCAA.

On top of all that, Melanie loops us in on life in San Antonio, and it's her turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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On this episode Melanie and I enjoy the company of the leaf-blower guy in her neighborhood (HE WAS REALLY OVERACHIEVING) as well as a car playing very loud music as we talk through our respective weekends at our alma maters and all the fun therein. We saw friends, we watched baseball, and Melanie and Gulley met the Aggies' basketball coach's mom. In short, we made ourselves some memories. 

We also discuss the Aggie fan we love to see at every single baseball game, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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On this episode I talk through some of the most memorable parts of this past week in Hoover at the SEC Baseball Tournament, Melanie fills us in on what she's been up to in San Antonio, and we're both gearing up for what we hope will be very fun weekends for our respective teams as they each host an NCAA regional baseball tournament. 

Also, I have done some reading during Birmingham's (many) rainy days, we have a lot of thoughts about college baseball uniforms, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope y'all enjoy!

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It's been a FULL and COMPLETE WEEK since Melanie and I last talked, so on this episode we catch up about college baseball, college softball, the weddings we attended over the weekend, and my introduction to a very different (and fun) (and physically exhausting) (but really so fun) side of book publishing. 

We also discuss our new book club pick for Patreon, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Aggies take series from Bulldogs Aggie women's tennis wins national championship SEC Baseball Tournament  State softball headed to Super Regional Helen Marty: Life Is Short on Netflix The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett Into the Blue by Emma Brodie Remarkably Bright Creatures on Netflix Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt Project Hail Mary Ella's classroom wish list Kleenex travel packs (here's the leather tissue holder) Color WOW Texas Hold 'Em hairspray wide-leg linen blend pants Have Mercy flag squirrel proof bird feeder  Sponsors: Drink LMNT - use this link to get a free 8-count sample pack with any purchase Quince - use this link for free shipping and 365-day returns Boll & Branch - use code BIGBOO for 20% off Tumble - use this link for 10% off

This week Melanie and I talk about my ongoing post-live show / post-graduation recovery efforts (so much sleeping) and how I accidentally created a challenge for myself when I went to a movie with Alex. We also discuss how we can either be birds or squirrels in this life, and lo, the nature continues to teach us.

Plus, Melanie shares her A&M baseball thoughts and concerns, we both offer some updates on what we've been watching and reading, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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our most recent Southern Living episode breakfast tostada recipe Ladybird Taco The Devil Wears Prada 2 Chicken Salad Chick Double Batch Aggieland Ben Royo at A&M The Testaments on Hulu The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills on Peacock The Real Housewives of Rhode Island on Peacock Amy Poehler's Good Hang with Jon Hamm Amy Poehler's Good Hang with Billie Eilish Rooster on HBOMax The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett This Story Might Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum Steve Madden rhinestone jelly flats Dibs Double Standard primer and mascara duo K18 molecular hair repair oil Free People Moon Magic mesh tunic L'Oreal volumizing brow mascara gel   Sponsors: Thrive Market - use this link for $20 off your first three orders plus a $60 gift AG1 - use this link for a free welcome kit worth $72 Mint Mobile - use this link to shop plans OSEA Malibu - use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order

This past week has been graduation-palooza at the Hudson house, and as it turns out, there has also been an exciting development with the Shankle family. On this episode Melanie and I discuss all of the above, and also, we don't know if you're aware, but college baseball can be dumb.

We're back with Five Favorites again (it's my turn), and we share some graduation gift ideas, too.

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Raising Cane's hash brown potato casserole Cookie Fix outdoor rug from Home Depot the homemade ice cream that David made SEC Baseball Tournament in Hoover, AL Caroline's graduation gift guide Campsnap camera - 7% off with code CAROLINES7 Sophie's graduation gift guide Trader Joe's Salsa Taquera Aerie Poolside terry henley sweatshirt wearable heated blanket striped linen shirt ILIA Skin Blur serum concealer  Sponsors: First Day - use code BIGBOO for up to 57% off and a free gift Helix - use this link for 27% off sitewide through the end of May Hungryroot - use code BIGBOO to get 40% off your first box and a free item for life ZocDoc - use this link to find and book a doctor today

If anyone has been on the lookout for an episode that breaks down our most recent Birmingham live show along with our (magical!) time in Starkville, LOOK NO FURTHER. On this supersized episode, Melanie and I recap all of our Birmingham fun - including our post-show party at Gus Mayer on Friday - and one of the most memorable Mississippi State sports weekends OF MY LIFE. 

We don't have Five Favorites on this episode, but we'll get back to our normal routine next week.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Bayonet in Birmingham our Patreon episode with Matthew bread service at Bayonet the Crybaby at Bayonet Ladybird Taco At Home in Homewood Cookie Fix Helen Noah Kahan documentary on Netflix Demetri's in Homewood Rodney Scott BBQ bubble cigarettes Gus Mayer Birmingham State's walk-off homerun in the rain v. LSU Mississippi State's Left Field Lofts Oby's in Starkville Aggies take series from Florida State's grand slam in the 7th to tie it with LSU   Sponsors: Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 20% off your first order Drink LMNT - use this link to get your free sample pack with any purchase AG1 - use this link for your welcome kit offer Honeylove - use this link for 20% off

On this week's episode, Melanie and I are gearing up for our Birmingham Live Show (so much planning for a couple of Enneagram 9s). We discuss the latest in college baseball for the Aggies and the Bulldogs, of course, along with my recent two-trips-to-Starkville-in-one-day, Melanie's packing preparations, and our Birmingham post-live show plans.

We also talk about a recent discovery that is really working for Mabel, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. 

Hope you enjoy!

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A&M sweeps LSU in Baton Rouge State sweeps South Carolina Tomas Valincius Dachshund Derby in Starkville Visual Comfort Nell Koopman Tolkien and Lewis with pipes Gus Mayer - Friday 4/24 - 10am-1pm At Home in Homewood Chris McMillan The Glassy Smooth blowdrying spray Offline by Aerie Keep it 100 terry trouser Blue Lagoon algae mask Eucalyptus & Evergreen candle HSIA strapless bra   Sponsors: Hungryroot - use code BIGBOO for 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life Boll & Branch - use code BIGBOO for 15% off Mint Mobile - use this link to shop plans Drink LMNT - use this link to get your free sample pack with any purchase

Well, it was the best of college baseball times for Melanie, the could-be-better of college baseball times for me, but thankfully it was happiness all the way around when we got to go to Nashville together last week. On this episode we talk about all of the above - plus our weekends, my time in Houston, and Melanie's quest for new towels.

We hope you'll enjoy a special appearance by an Alamo Heights lawn mower (I did my best to edit it out, but it was a force stronger than Garage Band), and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Thanks for listening, y'all!

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A&M gets it done against Texas State's series against Tennessee is pain Tom Hart Hayden Schott Our most recent Patreon episode with Hayden Schott Travis Cottrell Annie Downs David Thomas & Sissy Goff Butcher & Bee in East Nashville "People Need the Lord" The Alabama Solution on HBOMax Gus Mayer in Birmimngham - Friday 4/24 from 10-1 At Home in Homewood - tell them you're in town for the live show for 20% off BPC-15 massage mats We Might Just Make It After All by Elyce Arons Frances Valentine Julian Gold in San Antonio Snooz noise machine Little Leaf Farms baby crispy green leaf lettuce Pilcro wide-leg ruffle pull-on pants Maeve relaxed bubble hem shirt Texas white sheet cake   Sponsors: OSEA Malibu - use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order AG1 - use this link for the special welcome kit offer Helix - use this link for 20% off sitewide from now through April 16th Thrive Market - use this link for $20 off your first three orders plus a free $60 gift

On this episode Melanie and I recap our Easter Sundays, I share about my recent trip to Montgomery, Alabama, and Melanie fills us in on a recent plumbing situation in the Shankle house. The excitement never stops.

We also discuss our thoughts about the Final Four's music offerings, how Mabel is doing, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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hair catchers for drains Legacy Sites in Montgomery, AL Perennial in Montgomery Elevation Hotel in Montgomery Strangers by Belle Burden David Thomas and Sissy Goff Stripe & Stare pajama bottoms dibs Desert Island duo multi-colored square wine glasses k18 molecular leave-in hair mask Steve Madden Lexie heels  Sponsors: Boll & Branch - use code BIGBOO for 15% off plus free shipping Hungryroot - use code BIGBOO get 40% off your first order and a free item of your choice for life ZocDoc - use this link to book an appointment today Branch Basics - use code BIGBOO for 15% off the premium starter kit

It's been a sad week in the Shankle house - they had to say good-bye to their beloved Piper - so on this episode Melanie talks about how they're doing (and how Mabel is doing, too). Over here at the Hudson house, we've had a full week in very different ways, and I break down all of that (including my first-ever visit to a podiatrist, because glamour). 

We also discuss Melanie and P's night out at a Nate Bargatze show, the latest with the Aggies and the Bulldogs and college baseball, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Nate Bargatze Aggies sweep Missouri Bulldogs sweep Ole Miss ending of UConn / Duke game Todd Walker Vandy walks off Tennessee in every game of the series Ladybird Taco Kirkland Organic Spinach & Cheese Ravioli ILIA Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon & Pencil Pioneer Woman measuring cups Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle Burden (our April book club pick for Patreon) Le Balm our friend Katherine Cubelic  Sponsors: Trust & Will - use this link for 20% off  First Day - use code BIGBOO for up to 57% off and a free gift Honeylove - use this link for 20% off Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 20% off your first order

On this week's episode we discuss Melanie's big, fun, eventful weekend in College Station and Round Top as well as my much more home-focused weekend (that is to say: kinda boring but delightful). Mel details all the charms of the Junk Gypsy Prom, and - well, I probably talk way too much about pizza dough and asparagus. 

We also (naturally) discuss the latest in college baseball, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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our Big Boo Memory Lane episodes on Patreon Ladybird Taco (we love the AGT) Mississippi State sweeps Vanderbilt Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar Sophie's pizza dough recipe A&M drops series to Georgia Mississippi State sweeps Vanderbilt Chicken Salad Chick Junk Gypsy Prom Rachel Zoe Blue Hills at Round Top Björkstam Hat Co. The Arbors at Round Top Nell Koopman Art High Noon Market Delamora Designs A&M exits March Madness Lemme Creatine Gummies Carmen linen shirt dress BP 157 peptide capsules UBeauty The Sculpt Neck & Decollete treatment - use code MELANIES20 for 20% off Company 5 compass necklace  Sponsors: Bubs Naturals - use code BIGBOO for 20% off AG1 - use this link for a free flavor sampler plus a free bottle of D3+K2 Drink LMNT - use this link for a free sample pack with any purchase Boll & Branch - use code BIGBOO for 20% off

On this week's episode Melanie and I process the latest SEC baseball developments as well as talk through the events of our respective weekends (Melanie shopped for jean shorts and I had a really bad headache, so clearly it was some top-notch excitement). On top of that, I share some June's Journey news, and we dig into our feelings about Mary Janes.

Melanie also offers her thoughts on a Netflix show I mentioned several weeks ago, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope y'all enjoy!

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Mississippi State at Arkansas Texas A&M at Oklahoma Aggies and Sooners get chippy A&M a 10-seed in March Madness State walks off Tennessee in softball Arkansas wins SEC basketball tourney Harry Styles: One Night in Manchester on Netflix "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" - Harry Styles Bubs Collagen Junk Gypsy Prom SNL sketch ("BEEF TALLOW!") June's Journey Dolce Vita Julio slides Shrinking on Apple TV+ Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model on Netflix LED teeth whitening kit Kut from the Kloth camo high rise wide leg barrel pants Scarlet & Gold gingham mock neck State sweatshirt AE super high-waisted relaxed denim short  meat loaf pan GAP shorts that Melanie mentions  Sponsors: Mint Mobile - use this link to shop plans Drink LMNT - use this link to get a free sample pack with any order Thrive Market - use this link for 30% off plus a free $60 gift Laundry Sauce - use code BIGBOO for 20% off

Melanie and I recorded this week's episode approximately four minutes after I walked in the door from our family Spring Break trip, so you'll hear all about said trip (so many rollercoasters) as well as Caroline's travel woes and Melanie and P's night out at a concert.

We also discuss college baseball (because of course), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Universal Orlando scopolamine Velocicoaster Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Donkey Kong Mine Cart Madness Grace Valentine NEEDTOBREATHE Bre Kennedy Love Story on Hulu A&M and LSU go to triple overtime Lemme Tone metabolism gummies Stila liquid eye shadow GAP Ultrasoft denim horseshoe overalls Takeya Actives water bottle Buck Mason white slub easy crew  Sponsors: Hungryroot - use code BIGBOO to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life OSEA - use code BIGBOO for 10% off AG1 - use code BIGBOO for our special offer Helix - use this link for 27% off sitewide until March 15th

Well, Melanie has been to Dallas, I have been to Auburn, and we have both watched our fair share of college baseball in our ongoing efforts to keep up with the Aggies and the Bulldogs. Naturally we talk through our most memorable moments from the weekend, including a Popeye's experience that I'll hold near and dear to my heart forevermore.

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

Enjoy, everybody!

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Mississippi State vs. UCLA in baseball Brian O'Connor alas, USM took the Tuesday night game There(4) Gathering LaLaLand Cafe The Graduate in Auburn Ella and Aubie Bridgerton on Netflix Good Hang with Amy Poehler and Carol Burnett Tuesday Date Night The Heir Apparent by Rebecca Armitage Nike Vomero Premium heavy duty metal tongs wide leg pants with crochet detail  Aerie Go-To sweatshirt  peppermint dish soap Sponsors: Branch Basics - use code BIGBOO for 15% off the premium starter kit ZocDoc - use this link to book an appointment today Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 20% off your first order Hungryroot - use code BIGBOO to get 40% off your first box and a free item of your choice for life

On this week's episode Melanie and I delight in the fact that both of our college baseball teams swept their weekend games, we celebrate some of the memorable moments from the Winter Olympics (WE SEE YOU, ALYSA LIU), and we discuss our friend Cole's frustration that his wife Katherine and I aren't interested in rare collectibles.

We also have some very important information for those of you who want to make Helen reservations when you're in Birmingham for our live show, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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US women win hockey gold (we didn't talk about this, but we for sure want to acknowledge it, because wow) US men win hockey gold Johnny Gaudreau Alysa Liu Mikaela Shiffrin Mary Carillo's story about Norwegian Olympic excellence Kate Hudson's "California Dreamin'" LA28 promo Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model The Bronze Horseman Tuesday Date Night with Katherine and Cole Cubelic Tuesday Date Night on IG Nike Vomero Premium For Helen reservations 4/22-4/24, email [email protected] with BIGBOO in the subject line; also let them know your party size and desired date / time.  Breath As Prayer devotional book / prayer guide L'Oreal Voluminous Superstar mascara Lola blanket Cecily clogs Copper Peptide face cream Sponsors: AG1 - use this link for free samplers, free supplements, and a welcome kit with your first order Drink LMNT - use this link to get a free 8-count sample pack with any purchase Boll & Branch - use code BIGBOO for 15% off your first order (plus free shipping) Trust & Will - use this link for 20% off

This week Melanie and I happily discuss the beginning of COLLEGE BASEBALL SEASON (pretend we have a confetti cannon), which means we break down my trip to Starkville and all of the opening day merriment. Plus, Melanie recaps her weekend in San Antonio (and at the ranch) with Perry, Caroline, and two of C's friends. We've lived a lot of life in the last week, apparently.

We also talk about why I watched The Prince of Egypt this past Sunday afternoon, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Dudy Noble Field HEB charcuterie Double Batch cookie Gladware containers Chloe Kim and Myles Garrett weird ice for figure skating ice dancing judging controversy Federica Brignoni Shark FlexStyle air styling and drying system The Bronze Horseman The Prince of Egypt Ithaca x Graza hummus Toasteds variety pack buffer / polisher for car Crew Dog embroidered baseball sweatshirt Colette crop wide-leg sweater pants Sponsors: Laundry Sauce - use code BIGBOO for 20% off Thrive Market - use this link for 30% off your first order plus a free $60 gift Helix - use this link for 27% off through February 25th Drink LMNT - use this link to get a free 8-count sample pack with any purchase

This week Melanie has some thoughts and feelings about A&M's parking situation at basketball games, I have (once again) fried some chicken, and both of us are delighted by the prospect of college baseball's opening weekend (as well as captivated by the winter Olympic games - where we have both become experts in a wide array of events thanks to several consecutive minutes of viewing). 

We also talk about Super Bowl commercials (GET THEE BEHIND US, Manscaped), what we've been reading, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Napa Flats Bistro in College Station Abbey Yung Method A&M vs. Florida basketball game Hush & Whisper in Bryan, TX skiathlon Charles Cross Rocket Mortgage commercial Raisin Bran commercial  Bud Light commercial Hellman's commercial Instacart commercial Lay's commercial Doordash commercial The Heir Apparent by Rebecca Armitage The Bronze Horseman by Paulina Simons Opal ice machine Visoone progressive readers Mona linen shirt dress side striped cotton leggings Inn Beauty extreme cream eye cream Sponsors: OSEA Malibu - use code BIGBOO for 10% off sitewide with your first order Hungryroot - use code BIGBOO to get 40% off your first box and a free item for life AG1 - use this link for a free flavor sampler, a free AGZ sampler, and a free welcome kit Mint Mobile - use this link for the special offer

On this week's episode I recount a very exciting Step Sing weekend in our family, Melanie shares a delicious new dip discovery, and we both try to make our peace with who we didn't know at the Grammys.

As always we deal with the low-level hum of a leaf blower (and a vacuum!), and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Hope you enjoy!

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On this week's podcast episode, in the midst of unusually cold temperatures in San Antonio and Birmingham, Melanie and I discuss recent NFL developments (not our regular wheelhouse), Indiana's national championship, and - what we've all been waiting for - an update from Melanie on the racoons next door. Hydrate, grab a snack, and settle in, everyone.

We also talk about Melanie's return to World War II books, David interrupts our recording not once but twice (the Hudsons were trying to get some business-y things handled), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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On this week's episode Melanie rejoices about the trajectory of Aggie basketball, and I continue to be filled with hope about Mississippi State baseball. We talk about a couple of memorable life events that happened with my college friends this past week, and Melanie shares about a show that she and Perry have watched.

Melanie also recaps how she tried on every pair of jeans she owns, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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This week Melanie and I catch up on the college football playoffs as well as the first few games of conference play in SEC basketball. Melanie also shares about her epic clean-out of Caroline's closet (Caroline was texting me throughout this process, btw), and I have an update on the new television and our most recent Helen dinner.

Plus, we discuss Golden Globes fashion, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

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This week Melanie and I have lots of thoughts about Ole Miss football, Curt Cignetti, and what on earth we should do with our old VHS tapes. We also discuss our shared hope that we'll be game-playing families and my unexpected encounter with my old maternity clothes.

On top of that, we talk about a new show on Netflix that has totally captivated us despite the fact that we're puzzled by what we're watching, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Happy New Year, everybody!

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On this episode I share all manner of enthusiasm about the new year (WHAT IS BETTER THAN A NEW YEAR REALLY THERE IS NOTHING), and Melanie shares all manner of enthusiasm about her extensive house clean-out (WHAT IS BETTER THAN A CLEAN-OUT REALLY THERE IS NOTHING). Of course we recap our respective Christmases and discuss all that we've done (and watched) to celebrate the season.

Melanie also offers an alternate calendar theory, and it's her turn for Five Favorites.

Happy New Year, everybody!

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This past week has brought its share of A&M-adjacent football disappointment, but Melanie is finding comfort and solace by celebrating the Aggies' national championship in volleyball (GLASS HALF FULL, you understand). Meanwhile, here in Alabama, this past week has taught me some things about my personal needs from health care providers who draw blood, and I have found comfort and solace in watching television. As one does.

Melanie also has some thoughts about Amazon's AI assistant, Rufus, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, everybody!

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This week Melanie and I talk about the copious amounts of butter in our refrigerators as well as the seemingly inevitable tall boots experiment in my life. We also discuss A&M volleyball, our shared love for the new Taylor Swift docuseries, and my newest TV show obsession. 

On top of that, we share some Southern Living subscription info, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, y'all!

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This week Melanie has some words of encouragement and exhortation for the College Football Playoff committee, and I am still trying to make sense of the fact that the Mississippi State Bulldogs are going to an actual bowl game. To play post-season football. WHAT IS EVEN HAPPENING.

Also, Melanie talks about some Christmas-themed shows that she has watched, I share all about my recent trip to New York, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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On this episode I sound like I'm recording inside a tunnel, and Melanie is clearly surrounded by a great deal of yard work, but neither of those things stops us from sharing our feelings about rivalry weekend (WOMP WOMP), Lane Kiffin (ENOUGH ALREADY), Thanksgiving festivities, parking lot etiquette, and (in Melanie's case), Stranger Things. 

There's also some exciting upcoming live show news, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Thanks for listening, y'all!

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It's Rivalry Week in college football, so on this episode Melanie and I discuss the Aggies' upcoming showdown with the Longhorns and the Bulldogs' annual battle with the Rebels. Naturally this leads into the two of us sharing / pontificating / pondering about all the Lane Kiffin coaching drama, so you're welcome for all of our thoughts despite the fact that not a single soul has asked us what we think.

Mel also shares about her weekend of Christmas decorating, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

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Well, the Aggies got 'er done against South Carolina in the most dramatic way possible this past Saturday, so in this episode Melanie and I are going to break down her experience watching the most epic SEC comeback in the modern football era. And if you're thinking that what you just read sounds a little bit like Jesse Palmer introducing an episode of The Bachelor, well, you're not wrong. Which is to say: this is a football-heavy episode. Because Aggies.

We also make time to talk about what we've been watching and what I've been cooking. Plus, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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As has been the case all season, college football has given us plenty to talk about this week (OKAY AGGIES), along with the fact that Melanie and I both got to spend some time at our alma maters. As usual, we break down Side Eyes and I See Yous - and I share why I am teaching myself to focus on Other Hobbies and Pursuits for the rest of the winter. 

We also discuss what we're listening to and watching, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Hope you enjoy!

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Well I've been to the beach, Melanie has conquered a seasonal closet clean-out, and the Mississippi State Bulldogs have won their first SEC game in two years. WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE. This week Melanie and I discuss all of these things along with our thoughts on Auburn's coaching news and my resolve to be a little more boundaried on social media in November.

We also discuss our Side Eyes / I See Yous, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Well, it's the best of college football times for Melanie, the worst of college football times for me - and a straight-up soap opera for anyone keeping their eye on the coaching carousel. We talk about all of these things on this episode (Melanie Shankle is ON A HIGH, my friends), as well as our time together in San Antonio for the live show (and an aggressive amount of Mexican food).

We also follow up on The Great Tall Boots Quest of 2025, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy! 

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This past week Melanie drove all over Texas with Caroline, I went to a family wedding, and we both managed to absorb way more college football content than medical professionals might advise. We talk about all of the above on this episode - as well as the fact that we're gearing up Thursday night's live show in San Antonio. October has proven to be quite a time.

There are also Side Eyes and I See Yous, of course, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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This week - in a bit of a super-sized episode - our friend Cole Cubelic joins us for some mid-season college football discussion, and needless to say, it is a delight to hear him share about what we've learned and what we're still learning about teams at this point in the season. Plus, there are Side Eyes & I See Yous a-plenty after this most recent weekend of football shenanigans, and Melanie finally admits that in terms of her Aggies, she is actually invested in way more than just the snacks. 

Mel and I also discuss my ongoing quest to wear tall boots, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, y'all!

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This year's Big Boo Bowl went to the Aggies (in an especially dominant second half, I would add), so this week Melanie and I discuss her time in College Station, which included our friend Cole visiting Honey and Big's house before the football game. I share what it was like to enjoy a college football Saturday from the comfort of a Delta flight, and Melanie offers her reaction to the new Taylor Swift album.

On top of that, we talk through an unexpected skin care emergency, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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It was almost-but-not-quite this past weekend for my Mississippi State Bulldogs, so this week Melanie and I discuss the sort-of-moral-victory along with other developments in college football's very exciting week five. Naturally there are Side Eyes, there are I See Yous, and there is speculation about the State / A&M showdown coming up this Saturday at Kyle Field.

Also, I share about our current streaming service(s) situation, Melanie breaks down her exterior paint color selection process, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, y'all!

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On this week's episode, Melanie and I have a lengthy discussion about college football (raise your hand if you're surprised), including the big games for the Aggies and the Bulldogs later this week (don't worry, Auburn fans - we do not neglect sharing our reactions to this past weekend's unfortunate incident during your OU game). On top of that, we recap our beach trip and get a somewhat sad update about Melanie's outdoor pillows situation.

We also talk about the final episode of The Summer I Turned Pretty season three, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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It was quite a weekend for the Bulldogs and the Aggies, so on this episode (from the beach!) Melanie and I talk through our football thoughts and feelings, complete with Side Eyes and I See Yous. And in a development we didn't expect, we got to watch the Emmys together this past Sunday night, so we break down some of that as well. 

We also mourn the loss of our beloved Hazel - man, that has been a heartbreaker - and it's my turn for Five Favorites. 

Enjoy, everybody!

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This is an extra long episode thanks to Mississippi State's football stunner and my trip to the Mississippi Delta. I mean, WHAT A TIME, everyone. The Bulldogs got a signature win against Arizona State, and everything from the uniforms to the crowd to the social media to the CATCHING OF THE FOOTBALL was absolutely fantastic. Naturally Melanie and I break down all of my thoughts and reactions to the game, plus some observations about the college football weekend in general. 

We also talk to our good friend Travis Cottrell - who's the special guest for our San Antonio live show - and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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The first big weekend of the 2025 college football season did not disappoint, and on this episode Melanie and I discuss some of our favorite parts (not to mention our Side Eyes and I See Yous). It didn't hurt that both the Aggies and the Bulldogs were victorious, though admittedly, those wins weren't necessarily pretty.

On top of that, Melanie offers an update on Caroline's new Costco membership, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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- Lee Corso's last GameDay moment
- Alabama loses to FSU
- Texas loses to OSU
- Gus Malzahn offensive coordinator at Florida State
- Carson Beck at University of Miami
- Zach Calzada at University of Kentucky
- A&M defeats UTSA
- State defeats USM
- Fluff Bothwell
- Stonka Burnside
- Baylor's opening game uniforms (other people seemed to love them)
- Joe Tessitore
- Brian Kelly
- our friends Cole and Katherine's Tuesday Date Night podcast
- Mischa indoor/outdoor pillow
- Aesop Eleos body cleanser
- Lazyboi cordless leaf blower
- glass straws with cleaning brushes
- large beaded choker necklace (MY HEART)
- sinus medicine for Piper

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Well, our kids are back at school once again, so apparently (this week, at least), Melanie and I  have some freed up mental space to clock a collection of mild frustrations and also grievances. We discuss them, of course, along with a couple of internet-y things that have recently brought me all manner of joy.

We also share some anticipation about college football ('TIS THE SEASON), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- gift a Costco membership (what a delightful option)
- Huntsville, Alabama is happening
- Snail on the Wall bookstore in Huntsville
- Marcus Lattimore's poem that brought me to tears
- Marcus Lattimore's IG
- new GAP commercial with Katseye
- let's calm down about Cracker Barrel 
- Siete Street Corn tortilla chips
- Siete spicy dill pickle potato chips
- The Summer I Turned Pretty on Amazon Prime
- "Bitin' List" by Tyler Childers
- Voluspa Temple Moss candle
- Spanx polo tank dress
- Swirl decorative glass pumpkins
- Cavaliere boots
- suede shoulder bag

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On this week's episode Melanie and I recap our (very brief) time together in Nashville, we talk about all the reading I've done over the past week (it's obnoxious, really), and we discuss a couple of takeaways from the most recent round of RushTok (all the balloons at the University of Arkansas really made an impression on us). 

We also break down my first attempt at playing mahjong, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, y'all!

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Show Notes:
- Caroline's new book, The Lion & the Bear, out October 14th
- The Hermitage Hotel in Nashville
- Drusie & Darr
- restrooms at The Hermitage
- Ladybird Taco
- New Heights episode with Taylor Swift
- Taylor Swift and sourdough
- Taylor Swift and Slim Aarons
- Bamboozled on Friends
- Lilo's Salad (this is the salad that Melanie and I love)
- Any Given Saturday on Netflix
- e newton jewelry
- Tri Delt Bid Day baloons at University of Arkansas
- Culpability by Bruce Holsinger
- These Summer Storms by Sarah MacLean (fairly spicy in the event that you try to avoid spicy)
- Let's Make a Scene by Laura Wood (also fairly spicy with a really fun premise)
- The Ferryman by Justin Cronin (NOT The Journeyman - I got the title wrong on the episode)
- Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
- Taryn Delanie Smith / The Unlikely Countrywoman on YouTube
- Bare Home comforter set
- By Anthropologie Hardware Side-Slit midi skirt
- Mateo's Cantina Salsa
- Just in Time cast recording
- We the Free Garden Painters pullover

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This week Melanie shares all about her fun weekend at the lake, I share all about cleaning out my refrigerator (life is full of glamour and also thrills), and we both share about the season finale of The Gilded Age (spoiler alert: WE ADORED IT). 

We also do a quick analysis of groceries we throw away more often than not as well as dig into some of our recent thoughts about plastic surgery. Plus, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- Happy Trekking snack mix from TJ's
- Trader Joe's Hot Honey popcorn
- Bayonet in Birmingham
- Trader Joe's Greek Yogurt
- Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar
- Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar spread
- Lilo's Salad
- Any Given Saturday on Netflix
- Shiny Happy People (season two) on Amazon Prime
- The Summer I Turned Pretty on Amazon Prime
- The Gilded Age on HBOMax
- Phylicia Rasad
- Siete Street Corn tortilla chips
- We the Free Lotus jeans
- Kut from the Kloth Blake super high rise jeans
- Anua Heartleaf pore cleansing oil
- PJ Harlowe Lainey / Lola set on sale

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On this week's episode Melanie and I discuss her flounder gigging experience, my (two!) trips to Mississippi, and a dessert at Bayonet here in Birmingham that absolutely blew my mind. Plus, we talk about some music we've loved lately and our shared delight about a new Hollywood couple. 

If that weren't enough (it probably isn't, but oh well - we tried), it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- Trader Joe's dips ranking part one and part two
- That Green Dip
- Southwestern Tossed Salad
- Bayonet in Birmingham
- Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson
- Pamela, a love story
- Sonsie skin care
- Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
- The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloots
- Snipe Hunter by Tyler Childers
- Thelma & James - "Canaries in a Coalmine"
- Gloria Loring & Carl Anderson - "Friends & Lovers"
- Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas
- The Gilded Age on HBOMax
- Cremo Palo Santo deodorant / antiperspirant
-  Trader Joe's butter with garlic, parmesan, and herbs
- mattress topper
- Lavazza single serve espresso maker (also ordered Cafe Crema pods)
- We the Free Camden maxi sweatshirt dress

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Since our last episode I've been to New York City, Melanie has been to Nashville, and we both have stories to share. Truth be told, I sort of nerd it up this week as I share about the Broadway shows we saw on our trip, so please bear with me if that's not your sort of thing. MRS. HUDSON'S LITERARY CUP IS FULL. 

We also talk through a creative idea from Perry, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- Just in Time
- Jonathan Groff
- Shukette in NYC
- Angry Alan with John Krasinski
- John Proctor is the Villain
- Oh, Mary
- Tituss Burgess
- Death Becomes Her
- Ess-a-bagel
- Hard Rock Hotel NYC
- The Optimist in Nashville
- The Summer I Turned Pretty
- Billy Joel: And So It Goes
- Billy Joel Radio on Spotify
- And So It Goes double album collection
- My Mom Jayne
- The Bear
- It's a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan
- Jules eyeshadow stick cream to powder
- The Unlikely Country Woman on IG
- Chase Me Cosmetics Superglo brightening pads
- La Lumiere New York bracelets
- Sundry vintage wide leg track pants

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