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.

Hope you enjoy!

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- 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 
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- Siete spicy dill pickle potato chips
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- 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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- 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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- 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.

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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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This week Melanie and I ponder the reality of technically being old enough to be grandmothers (we know it's a wonderful thing, but we're just not there yet) - which really makes Melanie's tale of her recent wedge-adjacent injury all the more timely (and perhaps painful). We also discuss some of the highlights of last week's SEC Media Days as well as the delight that is the new Billy Joel documentary.

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

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Show Notes:
- Little Em's Oyster Bar
- Cole Cubelic
- Roman Harper
- Sophie's IG highlight of Media Days fashion
- Lane Kiffin at Media Days
- Benjamin Watson
- Laura Rutledge
- Sark walks out to the Aggie War Hymn
- Eli Drinkwitz
- Mississippi State is winning at ice cream
- State players at Media Days
- Ashby at Clemson Insider
- The Gilded Age
- My Mom Jayne
- Billy Joel: And So It Goes
- Billy Joel's Greatest Hits Vols. 1 & 2
- It's a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan
- Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
- Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas
- Sophie at Birmingham Young Life fundraiser
- meat tenderizer
- Truly Grass Fed butter
- Soren mini shirt dress
- Pizzeria Uno frozen pizza
- magnetic measuring spoons

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On this episode Melanie and I talk about - wait for it - COLLEGE FOOTBALL. It's the week of SEC Media Days, and that always sparks a little football reflection (and also hope!) in the two of us. Given that, we enjoy a little pre-season analysis of A&M's September schedule before we recap our weekends and discuss a movie that we both unexpectedly adored. What a time.

Melanie also brings some rom-com concerns to the forefront, and it's her turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- Diego Pavia
- SEC Football: Any Given Saturday
- Ladybird Taco
- AGT at Ladybird
- Aubie the Tiger
- Sophie with Cole on The Paul Finebaum Show (starts around 23 minutes)
- El Royale Cafe
- Superman
- F1
- Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor
- Project Hail Mary preview
- The Love Haters by Katherine Center
- Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas
- Tuesday Night Date Night with Katherine and Cole Cubelic
- Good Natured Carpet Deodorizer
- Salt & Stone santal and vetiver lotion
- OSEA undaria algae body oil
- Phoebe Scott on IG
- Grillo's pickle de gallo

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- Kerr County Flood Relief Fund
- Convoy of Hope 
- Texas Search & Rescue
- Cross Kingdom Church (designate RELIEF FUND in notes)
- Mercy Chefs
- Grape Juice Kerrville
- Salvation Army Kerrville
- Austin Pets Alive
- Beau Bear

Our hearts are so heavy for everyone who has been impacted by the devastation of the Texas flooding, and we talk about that at the beginning of this episode. We didn't know how to transition into our normal brand of silliness without addressing it, and we're praying that the presence and the comfort of the Lord will be so palpable for everyone who is hurting. Jesus, be near.

We also talk about my trip to Canada, Melanie's trip to Knoxville, and what we've been watching. Basically we just try to do what we usually do, and we hope that it will lighten a load / brighten someone's day a little bit. 

Take care, y'all. 

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- Kerr County Flood Relief Fund
- Convoy of Hope 
- Texas Search & Rescue
- Cross Kingdom Church (designate RELIEF FUND in notes)
- Mercy Chefs
- Grape Juice Kerrville
- Salvation Army Kerrville
- Austin Pets Alive
- Beau Bear

Show Notes:
- Holland America cruise from Boston to Quebec City
- Quebec City, Quebec
- Trainwreck: Poop Cruise on Netflix
- Anne of Green Gables museum on Prince Edward Island
- Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia
- Dr. Edie Wadsworth
- STIR in Knoxville
- Bayonet in Birmingham
- Townsend, Tennessee
- Peaceful Side Creamery
- One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune
- It's a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan
- America's Sweethearts on Netflix
- The Bear on Hulu
- Kindle Paperwhite
- Think Royln Double Trouble crossbody - over 60% off
- Towel Crabbers
- Elemis Instant Refreshing Gel
- LMNT lemonade salt
- Free People Happy Place maxi sweatshirt dress

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I'm on the Atlantic Ocean somewhere between Canada and Maine this week (Melanie opted out of the trip because of the aforementioned ocean), so we recorded this episode before I left Birmingham, and we asked our friend Cole Cubelic - who is one of our all-time favorite people - to join us. As some of you may remember, Melanie and I met Cole a couple of years ago after he saw us at an event where my hair clip was in a constant state of malfunction. Now he's like the little brother we didn't know we needed. So this week we catch up with him about life and his thoughts about this fall in the SEC and the real meanings behind phrases that coaches use over and over. 

We don't do Five Favorites this week, but I'll be back with five fresh favorites next week. :-) 

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Show Notes:
- Cole's podcast, Cube Show
- MLB The Show
- Dairy Queen Blizzards
- Oreo The Most Stuf
- The Manchester in Lexington
- Fuego Tortilla Grill in College Station
- Just For Feet

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This week Melanie and I talk through our reactions to the College World Series (Razorbacks, we feel your pain, and Tigers, we congratulate you), we break down what's been going on in our respective lives over the past week, and we share some delight over all the good television that's been released since we last recorded. 

We also discuss the fact that Melanie ordered some chicken on the bone at a restaurant, and it's her turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- Arkansas loses to LSU in a heartbreaker
- Coastal Carolina coaches get ejected
- LSU fan painted up like a tiger
- Mama's Cafe' in San Antonio
- Current Charcoal Grill in Birmingham
- George Benson
- Al Jarreau's "Since I Fell For You"
- Panhandle Slim on IG
- America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders
- our Patreon episode 2024 about DCC
- Somebody Feel Phil
- The Gilded Age
- Helen Leland on IG
- how to correct your rounded shoulders
- Zen Sleep essential oil roll-on
- Curativa hypochlorous skin spray
- personalized dog collars
- Quince Luna stretch slim straight jeans
- J.Crew knit pajamas

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On this week's episode Melanie and I talk about the fact that Caroline is now home from her long European journey, I sampled the most delicious homemade pies, and why we shouldn't underestimate Gen Z's persistence in selecting the perfect nail polish colors. It's been an eventful week. 

We also have an unplanned - but lively!  - discussion about AI, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- Away luggage
- Pies by Mike in Clanton, Alabama
- Main Street Cafe in Clanton
- Mountainview Orchard in Jemison, Alabama
- Mad Men
- ruffle socks
- Abib Heartleaf calming toner for redness
- IGK Pick Me Up root lifting spray
- Daydream denim jort
- the blog post about shorts
- 24/7 classic unlined minimizer bra

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This week Melanie and I have lots of Super Regional developments to discuss, along with what I am referring to as Mississippi State's First Official Baseball Pageant as we welcomed our new baseball head coach Brian O'Connor. We also talk about a new Birmingham restaurant favorite and Melanie's awareness of her challenges with European geography.

On top of all that, I get in my feelings a little bit about Pentecost Sunday, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- Mad Men
- Current Charcoal Grill in Birmingham
- Pentecost
- the Hamilton peformance at the Tony Awards
- Cynthia Erivo at the Tony Awards (the hot pink with the bubble hem is perfection)
- Mississippi State's Baseball Pageant
- Supergoop! PLAY lip balm
- collagen overnight wrapping peel off face mask
- striped two-piece lounge set
- Robin Piccone high-necked bikini top and matching bottoms
- Birkenstock Madrid Big Buckle

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As you might expect on this episode, Melanie and I have a lot to say about this past weekend's college baseball regionals (if you're not aware, there were some incredible underdog stories in the field of 64). We also talk about State's baseball coach news (very exciting!) before we consider all the things we don't know or understand about this current generation of toddlers. 

On top of that, Melanie shares Perry's new YouTube discovery, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- UTSA wins Austin regional
- A&M keeps Earley
- Coach Schloss says "Gig 'em"
- State hires Brian O'Connor
- Couples Therapy
- Mad Men
- Reed the Fish Monger
- Love Hotel
- lightweight waffle robe
- Khloud white cheddar protein popcorn
- favorite new dressy shirt and pants
- Abib Airy sunstick
- caftan cover-up (and here's a solid color option)

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Well, 'tis the season for NCAA baseball regionals, so this week Melanie and I discuss the fact that the Bulldogs are headed to Tallahassee, and we also briefly analyze the SEC uniforms this season (you may be surprised by the team I have designated as the uniform winner). Plus, we talk about Mel's adventures with getting Caroline's suitcase(s) packed for Europe and the complications that arise when husbands decide they want to be healthy eaters.

As (almost) always, we break down what we've watched this past week, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

Hope y'all enjoy! 

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Show Notes:
- Hero Doughnuts in Birmingham
- Ole Miss' 2025 baseball uniforms
- Jace LaViolette
- Michael Earley
- Mango Cart 
- East Carolina Pirates
- Elijah MacNamee's walk-off homerun in 2018 FSU regional
- Coconut Cult
- Thrive Market Double Dark Chocolate Chip granola
- Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
- Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy
- Nonnas on Netflix
- American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden
- Love Hotel with Real Housewives
- The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives
- Orleans Fragrance sandalwood and leather reed diffuser - code BIGBOO15 for 15% off
- oversized workout crop top
- waterproof trench coat with removeable hood
- red stripe oversize buttondown - only $17.50
- Soundcore wireless earbuds

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This week Melanie is helping Caroline get ready for her Europe trip, I'm gearing up for the SEC Baseball Tournament, and we're both feeling mildly fascinated by the Busch Apple phenomenon. We talk about all of the above, of course, as well as what we've watched this past week (I'm really having to process my feelings about The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives). 

We also discuss some Mississippi-adjacent things that have made me super happy, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!
 
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Show Notes:
- Aggie softball loses regional
- Mango Cart (for the record, it's not an IPA)
- Busch Apple
- The Manchester in Lexington (huge thumbs up from David)
- The Handmaid's Tale
- The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives
- Swig
- Jamal Roberts singing "Heal"
- Central High School from Memphis playing in Essentially Ellington
- Home Town and the Unlimited Dreams Learning Center
- Hacks on HBO Max
- Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins
- Brami protein pasta
- Supergoop! Glow oil SPF 50
- magnesium glycinate
- OPI gel / lacquer polish combo (to clarify, you can order gel polish on Amazon, but not OPI gel)
- Free Assembly cotton midi skirt
- the potatoes from Costco
- the popsicles

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This past week has given Melanie and me plenty to talk about: Caroline Shankle graduated from A&M, Alex Hudson traveled to Japan, and Hazel had a whole vet exam in the back of my car. Life comes at you fast, friends. In addition to all of that, there have been some college baseball developments. For better or worse.

We also discuss what we've been watching (of course), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- Gate 12 in College Station
- "Firm Foundation" by Cody Carnes
- the outfit I want Caroline to have for her Europe trip
- the crypt of the Capuchin monks
- "Missouri loves company" on TexAgs
- Texas A&M softball #1 national seed
- 14 SEC teams in NCAA Softball tournament
- Mississippi State's Evan Siary SEC Pitcher of the Week
- the best of the baseball uniforms
- The Four Seasons on Netflix
- A Deadly American Marriage on Netflix
- Your Friends & Neighbors on AppleTV+
- Poker Face on Peacock
- the 1981 version of The Four Seasons on Netflix
- L'Oreal Lumi Glotion (here's the brush for application, too)
- Oribe dry texturizing spray
- colorful dainty chain
- Boden Clara shirt dress
- TKEES Jo metallic sandals

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Well, on this episode Melanie and I are both at the mercy of our children's airline travel woes, which means we got interrupted by phone calls and texts while we were recording since we were trying to help with troubleshooting and whatnot. Besides that, though, we talk through Japan travel prep, David's best technological day, and Hazel's sassy new Pilates-esque accessories.

We also learn about a Netflix show that Melanie has loved, and we share our Graduation Gift Guide for 2025.

Hope you enjoy!

(Travel update from SH: I'm putting together show notes on Wednesday morning, and Alex is officially on his plane to Japan. Even though they're leaving a day later than they expected, they're now on a Japan Airlines flight and thrilled about it!)

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Show Notes:
- a fantastic Away suitcase
- Find My passport cases
- AirTags
- AirTag holders
- packing cubes
- The Four Seasons on Netflix
- Another Simple Favor
- Hazel's socks
- our 2025 Graduation Gift Guide

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On this week's episode Melanie and I recap our weekend travels: she and Caroline flew to Birmingham while I was driving to Baton Rouge, and then on Saturday we all met up in Auburn.  We got to watch a baseball game, we got to hang out with a real-live Auburn legend, we got to celebrate our friend Ella's birthday, and we even got to take a boat ride.

We also talk through some San Antonio live show ticket into, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:

- Emily Henry's new book, Great Big Beautiful Life
- Helen in Birmingham
- The Graduate Auburn
- Frank Thomas
- FT35 peach vodka
- Lucy's in Auburn
- Lake Martin
- Chris Lemonis out as MSU baseball coach
- our Patreon episode with Annie B. Jones
- Annie's new book, Ordinary Time
- Land's End swim skirt and tulip tankini top
- Good Day cover-up shorts
- Dieux Instant Angel moisturizer
- Supergoop Protectint SPF 50 
- Schwartz Bros. croissant loaf 

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This week Melanie and I recap our weekend activities, Melanie shares all about the big fun of Caroline's senior portraits, and we talk about our upcoming trip to Auburn. Plus, the wallet that Melanie lost in Fayetteville has once again been found - an Easter miracle. :-) 

We also discuss a difficult situation with Melanie's toenail polish color, and it's her turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- The Hunger Games trilogy
- Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins - what we're reading for our May Patreon book club
- Aggie Muster
- ANRABESS boxer shorts
- Loving Tan 2-hour express mousse
- Lilla espadrille sandal
- ILIA stylus eyeshadow stick
- Boll & Branch waffle duvet set

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We've had some bluebird spring days in San Antonio and Birmingham over the last week, so on this episode Melanie and I talk about how we've been soaking up the great weather. Melanie also bemoans the endlessness of a day after waking up early, and I share about my harrowing unintended career change into world of first aid and medical transport. 

On top of all that, we discuss the outstanding array of Alabama baseball's walk-up songs, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

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Show Notes:
- The Life List on Netflix
- Aggies' ninth inning in game three vs. South Carolina
- Fortunate Son by Creedence Clearwater Revival
- Stranglehold by Ted Nugent
- Tututu by HUGEL
- Dembow Royalty by Julio X
- Mera Woo by El Alfa
- Dolce Vita Lasly sandals in oatmeal
- Wuffes Hip & Joint Support for dogs
- poplin tuxedo front midi dress
- Aerie Good Day cover up button down shirt (runs big)
- Anthro spring linen set - shirt and pants

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This week Melanie and I have so many post-live show thoughts...about air travel, about the fun we had in Arkansas, and about all the basketball we've watched since we've been back at home. We also marvel at the ways our college baseball fortunes improved over the course of the weekend.

On top of that, Melanie discusses the perils of losing your wallet, and it's also her turn for Five Favorites.

Enjoy, everybody!

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Show Notes:
- The Graduate in Fayetteville
- Bucky McMillan to A&M
- Dawn Staley
- Feed & Folly in Fayetteville
- Cumberland sausage
- Cheers at the OPO in Fayetteville
- 4-in-1 carbon monoxide / natural gas / smoke detector
- AE Weekend Vibes linen pants
- Target mid-rise 90's denim shorts
- chunky cable knit throw blanket
- Hat Attack raffia braid hat

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While Melanie went to Round Top with Caroline this past weekend, I watched a lot of basketball and Netflix, so we catch up on this episode about all of our respective adventures (on my end of things, to be clear, "adventures" is a super strong word). There's also a post-book club recap of our Here Be Dragons discussion with Perry, which was the 2025 gift we didn't even know we needed. 

Also, I share about how I decided to celebrate my mama's birthday this year, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:
- JunkGypsy and Wander Inn
- High Noon Market
- Delamora Designs
- SaPeyKa Jackets
- Fraulein Boots
- Round Top Fashion Guide
- Auburn vs. Michigan State
- Johni Broome's injury and redemption
- Adolescence
- our Patreon book club with Perry Shankle
- Mama's poppyseed dressing recipe is in the Ouida Wednesday digital cookbook
- SnapDragon chili crunch ramen
- CeramaBryte glass stovetop cleaner
- textured Macbook Air case
- monogrammed button down
- Laneige Glaze Craze lip tint

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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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