The Big Boo Cast

Melanie and Caroline went to Knoxville this past weekend, so we talk all about that along with the current state of Mel's fight with Jimbo (or "Mr. Fisher," as she's now referring to him). And while I didn't go to a football game, I experienced the DELIGHT of spending some quality time with a few of my favorite college kids, so we talk about that too.Also, Melanie has now watched the Beckham documentary (IT IS FANTASTIC), and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Texas A&M vs. Tennessee- Calhoun's in Knoxville- Petro's- Petro's hint-of-orange iced tea- Chesapeake's in Knoxville- Chi O Songfest at A&M- Notre Dame vs. USC- Cole's Rhoback quarter zip- Satterfield's in Birmingham- Pepper Belly Pete's roast- Nike sets (oversized crewneck or hoodie and shorts or sweatpants)- Beckham on Netflix- Sam Hartman TikTok- The Bear on HuluFive Favorites: - striped pullover - FP dupe- EOS Shea Better dry skin shaving cream- satin boyfriend shirt- Lasagna Soup recipe- soup mugs with handles - A DELIGHTNote: As Amazon influencers and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases. Sponsors:- Mosh - use this link for 20% off your first six-count trial pack plus free shipping- KiwiCo - use this link to get your first month free- Prose - use this link for 15% off and your free, in-depth hair quiz- OSEA Malibu - use code BIGBOO for 10% off

This week Melanie shares her thoughts and feelings about the A&M / Bama game, and I share how I learned a hard lesson about my tolerance for roller coasters at this stage in my life. Needless to say we've both been subjected to some humbling experiences over the last few days. We also talk about TV (there's a documentary that I loved so much I would do commercials for it), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Big Boo Bowl t-shirts and sweatshirt Show Notes: - A&M vs. Bama - 4th and 1 - Aggies saw varsity's horns off - State vs. Western Michigan - Ole Miss vs. Arkansas - Buzz Williams on Instagram - Pigeon Forge, TN - Dollywood - Big Bear Mountain - Beckham on Netflix - Platonic on AppleTV+ - our Patreon episode with Katherine Cubelic Five Favorites: - sweatshirt tunic with side zipper - L'Oreal waterproof brow pencil - original retro sweatshirt - flare leggings - Cheese Gal Spicy Rigatoni Sponsors: - Earth Breeze - use this link for 40% off - Trust & Will - use this link for 10% off plus free shipping of your documents - Stamps - use code BIGBOO for free postage, a four-week trial, and a free digital scale - AG1 - use this link for a year's supply of vitamin D and 5 free travel packs

It was not a great weekend for the Bulldogs, but it was a great weekend for the Aggies, so naturally we have a big discussion about all of that along with our Side Eyes and I See Yous. One of us has an exciting (not) update on kitchen appliances, and we both have a TV recommendation. We also talk about words we don't care for, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Big Boo Bowl t-shirts and sweatshirt Show Notes: - Alabama vs. Missisippi State - A&M vs. Arkansas - LSU vs. Ole Miss - Georgia vs. Auburn - Notre Dame QB checks on Duke QB - Kelce on Amazon Prime - Drops of God on AppleTV Five Favorites: - Maya Chia Super Couple Ultra Luxe face oil - credit card wallet with zipper - Natrol Fast Dissolve Melatonin 5 mg - Retro prescription progressive glasses - less than $150 - Aerie hooded ribbed cape Sponsors: - Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 20% off your first order - Hello Fresh - use code 50BIGBOO for 50% off plus free shipping - ZocDoc - Helix - use code HELIXPARTNER20 for 20% off plus two free pillows

In addition to all of our TSwift / Travis Kelce excitement, this week Melanie has good news from College Station, and while I don't have great news about my Bulldogs, it's certainly better than last week. We also share updates on where we are in the book writing process, and I talk about how I've been having some feelings. This is not my norm.We also have info on some live show merch (link below!), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- Big Boo Bowl t-shirts and sweatshirtShow Notes:- Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce break the internet- an interesting KelSwift theory- Auburn at A&M- State at South Carolina- Ohio State at Notre Dame- our favorite alligator story- Zach Bryan's Boys of Faith EP- Samara Joy's Linger Awhile- Drops of GodFive Favorites: - Aerie Spring Street skater pants- Merit Bronze Balm in seine- Erica Taylor on Instagram- Thrive Market whole grain granola in double dark chocolate chip- women's turtleneck oversized sweater Sponsors:- KiwiCo - use this link for 50% off your first month and free shipping- Prose - use this link for your free hair consultation and 15% off- Lume - use code BIGBOO for $5 off a starter pack- AG1 - use this link for a one-year supply of vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase

Well, it was not an ideal gameday for the Mississippi State Bulldogs this past Saturday, so Melanie and I break down all the heartache surrounding that as well as our unexpected physical hindrances that threatened to derail our weekends. Thankfully it was a happier football outcome for Melanie against ULM, and she shares all about her weekend in College Station. We also talk about some TV we've been enjoying lately, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - State vs. LSU - A&M vs. ULM - The Antelope in the Living Room - Doan's Pills - Colorado v. Colorado State gets chippy - Florida v. Tennessee gets punchy - Missouri's game-winning field goal - Ole Miss' gray pants with navy and red stripes - Melanie's J.Crew pajamas pick - The Real Housewives of New York City - The Morning Show - Billy Crudup - Drops of God Five Favorites: - Sneakerasers - Adidas Gazelle Bold sneakers - Wide leg terraced pants from XCVI - Laundry Sauce in Indonesian Patchouli - Harry's Body Wash in Grove Sponsors: - Prose - use this link for your free hair consultation and 15% off - OSEA - use code BIGBOO for 10% off - Mosh - use this link for free shipping plus 20% off your first six-count trial pack - Thrive Market - use this link for 30% off your first order plus a free $60 gift

It's a sad trombone situation on the podcast this week - because Melanie's Aggies fell prey to some Hurricanes down in Miami. Melanie's still processing a lot of her thoughts and feelings, so we're going to dig into several of her postgame grievances. She's coming in hot, podcast friends. And of course we'll be talking about the Bulldogs' very eventful win against the Arizona Wildcats too.On top of all that, we have a big Piper update, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Plus, a bonus: an excerpt from our Patreon conversation with our new friend Cole Cubelic.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Texas A&M vs. Miami- Deion's team does it again- Arizona vs. Mississippi State- Texas vs. Alabama- Helen in Birmingham- Mike Elko- Jett Johnson- State's script logo- our Patreon episode with Cole Cubelic- Cole Cubelic rings a cowbell- Cole's Instagram- Cole's podcast, Cube Show- Navis Cafe (one of my faves in Portland)Five Favorites: - Clarins Cryo mask- GAP vintage wide leg sweatpants- OSEA anti-aging body balm- In Common 4 in 1 Magic Mist Universal Elixir- Eco Dreamiest J.Crew pajamas (on sale for 49.50 when we recorded) Sponsors:- Hello Fresh (use code 50BIGBOO for 50% off plus 15% off the next two months)- Stamps (use code BIGBOO for a free digital scale, free postage, and a four-week trial)- Acorns - ZocDoc

This week is a college football extravaganza, as you might expect after the first full weekend of the 2023 season. We talk about the Aggies and the Bulldogs, of course, and Melanie has an update on whether she has in fact consumed the Aggie Kool-Aid (spoiler alert: you will not be surprised by her answer). And in football-adjacent news, I share about a documentary I watched that made me angrier than anything has in a long time.We also discuss Side Eyes and I See Yous, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Texas A&M vs. New Mexico- Mississippi State vs. Southeast Louisiana- The Glitter Option (they have great giant coloring sheets and calendars)- Colorado vs. TCU- Florida State vs. LSU- Mike Wright- Aggies Intro- BS High- Bishop Sycamore article- The Morning Show on Apple+Five Favorites: - Violette Bisou blush in Ines- Brooke Shields-inspired sunglasses- spider web garland- air fryer liners- Daily Practice sweater dress Sponsors:- Green Chef - use code 60BIGBOO for 60% off plus free shipping- AG1 - use this link for a free 1-year supply of vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase- Helix - use code HELIXPARTNER25 for 25% off- Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 20% off your first order

We recorded this episode later in the week than we usually do because Melanie was just in Birmingham. So we talk through her time here, we break down my battle with a rogue hair clip, and we recap our first trip together to Ladybird Taco. It's also Zach Bryan Week (we'll explain why), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Ladybird Taco- At Home in Homewood- Pants Store- Sissy Goff and David Thomas from Raising Boys & Girls- Jami Crockett on Instagram- Tom Hart, Jordan Rodgers, and Cole Cubelic are our favorites- Cole Cubelic mentions my hair clip situation (at 27 minutes) (does this mean we're BFFs now?)- Zach Bryan's new album- Tyler Childers' "Peace of Mind"- Untold: Swamp Kings (be advised that the language is terrible)- Under the Influence by Noelle Crooks- I Wanna Dance with SomebodyFive Favorites: - Zach Bryan by Zach Bryan- Merit Solo Shadow in vachetta- Armani Luminous Silk Perfect Glow foundation- elf Power Grip primer- Chinese Laundry Theresa platform sandal Sponsors:- AG1 - use this link for a free 1-year supply of vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase- FabFitFun - use this link to sign up and customize your FFF box- Earth Breeze - use this link for 40% off- Trust & Will - use this link for 10% off plus free shipping

Melanie and I both did a lot of writing this past weekend, so you'll hear us nerd it up about all of that on this episode. Plus, Melanie has some new skincare / make-up finds, and we both have updates on the latest from A&M and Samford.Melanie also shares about a show she's loving, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Morgan on Bama RushTok- Mark Maggiori prints- Mountain High Outfitters in Birmingham- Helen in Birmingham (THE BEST)- Snooze in College Station- Laneige lip sleeping mask- Dr. Dennis Gross Plump + Repair lip treatment- Whoorl on Instagram- Huda Beauty ultra-comfort transfer-proof lipstick- lip stain from TikTok- The Summer I Turned Pretty- Jury Duty- the most comfortable, lightweight Apple watch band ever- Aerie textured henley hoodie- Orleans Sandalwood & Leather room spray- Honeylove crossover bra- Woozoo oscillating fan Sponsors:- Prose (use this link for your free, in-depth hair consultation and 15% off your first purchase)- Mosh (use this link for 20% off plus free shipping on your first six-count trial pack)- Lume (use promo code BIGBOO for $5 off for new customers)- KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO for 50% off your first month plus free shipping)

Now we're not usually ones to jump into a scandal uninvited (okay - maybe that's not entirely true), but this week Melanie and I do address the latest news related to The Blind Side and all of my very complicated feelings surrounding that movie (FOR THE RECORD, I still haven't seen it). We also discuss moving Alex back to Samford, Caroline's week at Impact, and all the reasons we're starting to sense that college football is in the air again. On top of that, we analyze our current issues with jeans, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Impact Retreat at A&M- Michael Oher and The Blind Side- State's '98 throwback uniforms - top 10 most annoying fanbases in college football- Corky St. Clair in wide-leg jeans- AE dreamy drape super stretch high rise cargo pants- Wrangler Authentics men's straight leg slim fit jeans- Maeve Colette cropped wide leg jeans- Anthropologie pointelle sweater tee- e.l.f. halo glow setting powder Sponsors:- Stamps (use code BIGBOO for a free four-week trial, free postage, and a free digital scale)- Hatch (use this link for up to 15% off a Hatch Rest and free shipping)- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 20% off your first order)- Prose (use this link for your free, in-depth hair consultation and 15% off your first order)

This week Melanie shares the latest with the Shankles, I share the latest with the Hudsons, and we both share our thoughts about / reactions to the new Johnny Manziel documentary on Netflix. Sometimes when you're really ready football season, any football news at all is like a balm to the soul. Apparently that's where we're living.We also talk about the latest with TikTok's sorority recruitment coverage, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Gate 12 in College Station- Brazos Valley AC Repair- June's Journey- #RushTok- Untold: Johnny Football- Kayce Smith's article about Johnny Football- Aerie Real Soft ribbed foldover joggers- rotary cheese grater- Easel mineral washed pants- Air fryer taquitos- Rip Van Wafels Sponsors:- ZocDoc- Helix (use this link for up to 20% off your mattress order and two free pillows)- AG1 (use this link for a free one-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase)- Hello Fresh (use code 50BIGBOO for 50% off plus free shipping)

This week Melanie updates us on what we fear might be the new Whoop City for Aggie football, and we talk through where we are in the writing process. I share an exceptionally boring recap of what went on in Birmingham this past week, and Melanie tells us about her recent trip to - you'll never guess it - College Station.We also talk about what we've been watching, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Center + Balance at Club Pilates- Barbie movie- The Bright Star restaurant- "Sandstorm"- Suits- The Real Housewives of New York- Ramona and "Kadooze"- AG1- Happiness for Beginners- Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson- listener book recommendations from Instagram- mock neck sweater vest- Tatcha The Serum stick- Maya Chia Water Color super anti-oxidant and gradual sunless tanner- "In Your Love" by Tyler Childers- GAP denim western shirtSponsors:- FabFitFun (use this link for 20% as a new member)- Hatch (use this link to get up to 15% off and free shipping)- Fabric

This week Melanie and I share some favorite moments from last week's SEC Media Days, complete with Melanie's thoughts about how's she's trying to manage her Aggie-related expectations. We also cover my reaction to Barbie (spoiler alert: I LOVED IT) and Melanie's reaction to Air (spoiler alert: SHE LOVED IT) - along with Melanie's very deep feelings about season two of The Bear. On top of all that, it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Mississippi State's new helmets- article about Will Rogers, State's QB- Lane Kiffin was feeling casual- our podcast episode with Mike Leach- Hugh Freeze loves Auburn- Barbie- AIR- The Bear- The Summer I Turned Pretty- our new Patreon episode on things we might change about church if we could- Melanie stack at Allie & Bess (code MELANIE30 is good only on Thursday 7/27)- floral duster kimono- keyboard cleaning brush (and here's the cleaner I use for my screen)- Soren long-sleeve shirt dress- four-cube storage organizer- Rowe Casa magnesium gelSponsors:- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 20% off your first order)- Lume (use code BIGBOO for $5 off your Lume starter pack)- OSEA (use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order)- AG1 (use this link for a free one-year supply of vitamin D and five free AG1 travel packs)

One of our very favorite friends, Travis Cottrell, joins us on this week's episode (ALERT ALERT HE HAS A NEW ALBUM COMING OUT ON FRIDAY 7/21), and Melanie and I had the best time catching up with him. Travis tells us about what it's like to sing background vocals on the Grand Ole Opry (AS YOU DO), and he and Mel have a big discussion about some newer country artists they love to listen to. Also, I feel like I need to confess that I spent the last 30-ish minutes of this episode with my head on my desk because I was on the front end of a stomach virus and didn't know it at the time. Plus the site we use to record kept kicking me out of the recording and the last time I rejoined my microphone wasn't connected but who even cares because I was about to get in the bed anyway. NONETHELESS, we made it through - and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites - along with some favorites from Travis. - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Travis' new album that comes out this Friday but we forgot to talk about it- three year-old who knows all the NFL themes- Grand Ole Opry- pretend background vocals on TikTok- Nashville Number System- Nathan Nockels' Everywhere the River Goes- Noah Kahan- Yacht Rock playlist- "Cruel Summer" by TSwift- William Beckmann on TikTok- Flamingo razor- Loving Tan 2-hour express tanner- AE Dreamy Drape high waist wide leg jeans- Zella Live-In pocket joggers- Olivia Georgia radio on Spotify- Molton Brown shower gel sampler set- Dot's Pretzels - cinnamon sugar and honey mustard- Vuori- Get Up! on ESPN- Jury Duty on AmazonSponsors:- Mosh (use this link for 20% off plus free shipping on your first six-count trials pack)- KiwiCo (use code BIGBOO for 50% off any crate line plus free shipping)- Thrive Market (use this link for 30% off your first order plus a free $60 gift)- Stamps.com (use code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, free postage, and a free digital scale)

Since Melanie has been in Colorado and I've been in Mississippi, we did a super quick recording / editing / posting turnaround this week. Apologies in advance if the quality of the episode isn't what you've grown to expect, and yes, I cackled a little bit when I typed that. Anyway, this week we talk about our travels, my daddy's internet speed (I liken it to an AOL / dial-up situation), a book we both loved, and our recent Patreon episode with Dr. Mary Claire Haver that may have changed both of our lives.Also, I share why I only read on my iPad or Kindle, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Chestnut Hill Cabin - Melanie's friend Jamie- Southern Pines in Breckenridge - Tin Plate in Breckenridge- The Carlin in Breckenridge- Dr. Mary Claire Haver on Instagram- Dr. Haver's website- List of recommended physicians on Dr. Haver's website- Dr. Haver's book, The Galveston Diet- Go As A River - July Book Club on Patreon - Eternal by Lisa Scottoline- Zero Days by Ruth Ware- a summer caftan- rechargeable travel fan- R&Co Dallas thickening spray- Lululemon Align high rise 21" cropped leggings- Balega socks in fun summer colors (and these)Sponsors:- ZocDoc- Fabric- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO50 for 50% off and free shipping)- Hatch (use this link for up to 15% off)

It's just a whole lot of real life on this week's episode - no mountains, no writing retreat, no "DAAAAAD!" So Melanie updates us on the Shankles, I update on the Hudsons, and then I talk at great length about season 2 of The Bear, which, for the record, has the worst language of any show I have ever watched but my goodness I love it so much. We also analyze options for a new TV show for Mel and share a quick Patreon catch-up.On top of all that, we discuss the pointlessness of 4th of July outfits, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- French 75- The Bear on Hulu- The Summer I Turned Pretty- Where the Crawdads Sing movie- Stand All the Way Up (in case you missed it)- Grace Upon Grace (in case you missed it) - On the Bright Side (in case you missed it) - Shrinking on AppleTV+- Go As A River - July Book Club on Patreon (listen - we still got the title wrong when we talked about it in the episode, and we got it wrong so many times)- Happy-Go-Lucky by David Sedaris- Peanut Butter Cookie Chocolate Banana Pie- Pioneer Woman's Tres Leches Cake- aviator-style reading glasses- eyeglasses case- quilted leather phone case- menopause support supplements- satin pajamas that come in tons of colorsSponsors:- Helix (use this link for 20% off and two free pillows)- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 20% off your first order)- Nuts.com (use this link for a free gift and free shipping on orders of $29 or more)- Green Chef (use code BIGBOO50 to get 50% off plus free shipping)

We went to Highlands, North Carolina last week, so on this week's episode, Melanie and I talk all about it: the car ride, the writing, the college baseball, and the big laughs with our friend and travel companion Erin. We had ourselves a fine time, and you're going to hear all the details. Be advised that there's a special clip at the very end of the episode (courtesy of Erin), and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- our friend / new college baseball fan Erin Moon- Highlands, North Carolina- Helen in Birmingham- Kirkland sheets from Costco- Wonderfall Cottage in Highlands- Wolfgang's in Highlands- Skip Hollandsworth- portable phone charger - The Ugly Dog Pub in Highlands- Tommy White's walk-off hit against Wake Forest- Cade Beloso's 11th inning home run- "Coop" aka Riley Cooper- Mary Ruth's Vitamin C gummies- Maya Chia Super Lift Concentrated Vitamin C-more Serum- Pilcro Oversized Airy button-down- R&Co Dallas Biotin supersize shampoo- handy pet hair remover for car carpetSponsors:- Hatch (use this link for up to 15% off and free shipping)- OSEA (use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order - plus an additional 10% off and free shipping if you subscribe & save)- Mosh (use this link for 20% off your first 6-count trial pack plus free shipping)- MILL (use this link to reserve yours today)

Well, Melanie needs some swivel chairs, so this week we discuss her swivel chairs shopping strategy. I share a very unexpected college baseball development (spoiler alert: I cheered for Tennessee against Stanford in the College World Series), and we both do a quick update on our weekends, our current reading situations, and our grown-up perspectives on Brooke Shields.We also talk a little bit about our upcoming writing trip, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Men's College World Series- Rocco's Jello Shot Challenge- SEC 2024 football schedules- Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum- Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? by Crystal Smith Paul- Go As A River by Shelley Read- Pretty Baby on Hulu- Brooke Shields and Drew Barrymore have a conversation- New York article about Drew Barrymore- Too Faced Hangover Pillow Balm (original and mango mousse)- Bombas running ankle socks- Maya Chia Ultra Luxe Face Oil serum- two-piece linen short set- Farmacy 10% Niacinamide facial maskSponsors:- Fabric (use this link to apply today)- KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO for 20% off any store crate)

Melanie and I met each other in Boston at the end of last week, so on this episode we recap our trip and talk about why we decided to go in the first place. We also share our thoughts about college baseball super regionals (I've done a little thinking about everyone's uniforms), not to mention that we do a quick reading update.To our delight, there's a new season of a TV show that we love - so you'll hear all about that - and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Tina Fey and Amy Poehler's Restless Leg live tour- Beacon Hill Books- Harvard Square- Bossypants by Tina Fey- Stanford / Texas game 1 of super regional - USM / Tennessee game 1 of super regional- Tennessee fans come in hot about no Applebee's in Hattiesburg- Robert St. John- Beyond That, the Sea by Laura Spence Ash- Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan- Never Have I Ever on Netflix- giant magnifying mirror- Purely Elizabeth cereal- silicone travel containers- Away bigger carry-on- toggle clasp initial necklaceSponsors:- ZocDoc (use this link to download the app for free)- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 20% off your first order)- Stamps (use code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, free postage, and a free digital scale)- Nuts.com (use this link for a free gift and free shipping with purchases of $29 or more)

This week we wonder why baseball coaches wear baseball uniforms, we speculate about whether or not cottage cheese has been the recipient of a PR campaign, and we talk A LOT about college baseball regionals.I also share some details about my recent anniversary trip to NYC (shows! so many shows!), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- the reason baseball coaches wear uniforms- Tennessee / Clemson regional game- Alabama goes to a super regional- first TCU / Arkansas regional game- Sweeney Todd- Shucked- Shane McAnally and Brandy Clark- Good Night, Oscar- Leanne Morgan's Netflix special- Some Like It Hot- CRZ yoga strappy sports bra- wide leg linen overalls (and there's also a shorts version)- glass soap dispensers- thin gold hoop earrings- Mason Grey kimono robeSponsors:- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping)- Lume (use code BIGBOO for $5 off your starter pack)- Helix (use this link for 20% off your mattress and two free pillows)- Storyworth (use this link to save $10 on your first purchase)

This week we talk about the Aggies' run in the SEC baseball tournament, we discuss jewelry and cosmetics organization, and we review the obscene quantity of television we've consumed since our last episode. I think you'll agree that our joy is palpable (she says, a little sarcastically).Also, we have a long conversation about tomatoes, and it's my turn for Five Favorites, which is when you'll hear me work harder than I ever have to convince Melanie that one of my favorites really is cute. Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- 2023 Graduation Gift GuideShow Notes:- Aggies v. Vandy in SEC baseball tournament final- Aggies and the luggage cart- NCAA baseball regionals- tomato, peach, and burrata salad- the dress I picked out for Melanie- Succession- Ted Lasso- The Diplomat- The Secrets of Hillsong- Queen Charlotte- A Man Called Otto- Jesus Revolution- Hello Beautiful- Smartless: On the Road- nude-colored slip shorts- The Crown Affair dry shampoo- bungee dress from Chico's (IT'S SO CUTE) :-) - print of Mama's pound cake recipe (use code OUIDA for 20% off)- starter cargo pantsSponsors:OSEA (use promo code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order)Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first purchase)Fabric (use this link to apply today)HoldOn (use this link to receive 20% off your order)

This week Melanie tells us all about her family trip to Jackson Hole, and we learn why P now considers himself a bit of a mountain ranger. I share details about the best! shopping! trip! ever! with our friend Jamie Golden, and of course we have to break down the latest in SEC baseball. Spoiler alert: my Bulldogs did not make it to Hoover.That being said, I still recap night one of the SEC baseball tournament, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- 2023 Graduation Gift GuideShow Notes:- Maya Chia pressed serum- Grand Teton National Park- Jackson Hole, Wyoming- Yellowstone National Park- Under Canvas- our Patreon episode on Hard Nos- Blackberry- Bama Rush- SmartLess: On the Road- SEC Baseball Tournament bracket- Gus Mayer shoes- Hoka Anacapa mid-GTX hiking boots- iWALK small portable phone charger- Hanes moisture wicking long sleeve sport tee- Levis mid-thigh shorts- Allie+Bess Kaia necklace (30% off through Memorial Day weekend with code MELANIE30)Sponsors:- Prose (use this link for your free hair consultation and 15% off)- Mill (use this link to reserve your membership today)- KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO for 20% off any store crate)- Nuts.com (use this link for a free gift and free shipping on orders of $29 or more)

This week Melanie shares her challenges with packing and getting organized for her family's Jackson Hole trip, and she explains a disagreement between her and P about hiking attire. I use the word "fantastic" about 82 times as I talk about a movie I recently watched and loved, and both of us lament the inconsistencies of this year's college baseball season. We also break down some of our ongoing struggles with organization, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- 2023 Graduation Gift GuideShow Notes:- Under Canvas- SEC baseball standings- AIR: A Story of Greatness- AIR playlist on Apple Music- AIR playlist on Spotify- The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel on Amazon Prime- the Mrs. Maisel dance on TikTok- Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus (our May book for Patreon book club)- Little Women by Louisa May Alcott- Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano- doom piles- small chunky hoop earrings- Killington joggers- melamine cheese spreaders- crêped shirt dress- glass storage containersSponsors:- Mosh (use this link for 20% off your first 6-count trial pack plus free shipping)- Thrive Market (use this link for 30% off your first order and a free $60 gift)- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 20% off your first order)- ZocDoc (use this link to download the ZocDoc app)

This week Melanie shares a history lesson about Cinco de Mayo that I'm embarrassed I didn't know, I talk about a book that I absolutely loved, and Melanie recaps her weekend in - get ready for it - College Station. Also, I cooked an actual meal for my family, so you'll hear about that too.If all that weren't enough (and it might not be enough, but please don't feel like you need to tell us if that's the case), we break down some viewing / reading goals for the immediate future, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- 2023 Graduation Gift GuideShow Notes:- photos of the coronation- The Royals in a Wes Anderson film- the King's swollen hands- the man sitting next to Andrew Lloyd Weber at the coronation- our Patreon episode with Elizabeth Passarella- the history of Cinco de Mayo- Ree's beef enchiladas- Ninfa's green sauce- Orleans candle - use code MELANIE15- Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld- Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus- The Night Agent on Netflix (the show Melanie couldn't remember)- The Diplomat on Netflix- Welcome to Wrexham on Hulu- Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano- Little Women by Louisa May Alcott- The Sum of It All - Ed Sheeran docuseries on Disney+- Tula J in Trussville, Alabama- FOLEX spot cleaner- linen pull-on shorts (and matching button-up shirt)- Martha wide leg jeans- compression packing cubes- A New Day linen vestSponsors:- Olive and June (use this link for 20% off your first mani system)- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO16 for 16 free meals and free shipping)- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)- OSEA (use code BIGBOO for 10% off sitewide)

This week Melanie shares some of P's suggestions for container planting, and I recap how I spent most of this past weekend painting Alex's bathroom. Plus, we discuss some early college football predictions and break down everything we've been reading lately - along with a movie that Melanie recently saw and loved. I apparently had an issue with my microphone gain being turned up way too high, so prepare yourself for some really high quality audio (it's fine to roll your eyes, and thank you for your continued patience with our sound challenges). Also, it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- 2023 Graduation Gift GuideShow Notes:- Judy Blume Forever on Amazon Prime- Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret - the book- Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret - the movie- Songs in Ursa Major by Emma Brodie- Tomorrow, And Tomorrow, And Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin - Happy Place by Emily Henry- The Unsinkable Greta James by Elizabeth E. Smith- Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld- Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano- Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus- Sports Illustrated 2023 pre-season college football poll- another 2023 pre-season college football prediction- Drunk Elephant Rosi Glow drops- Aerie oversized boyfriend tees (THE BEST)- Third Love kinetic adjustable sports bra- puffer crossbody purse- Old Navy pull-on chino shorts (5-inch inseam)Sponsors:- Rothys (use this link for $20 off your first purchase)- Stamps (use this link for a four-week trial, free postage, and a free digital scale)- Green Chef (use code BIGBOO60 to get 60% off plus free shipping)- Helix (use this link for 20% off your mattress order and two free pillows)

You're probably aware of this, but Melanie went to the Taylor Swift concert this past Sunday, so on this (super-sized) episode we spend a significant amount of time on a TSwift recap. AS WE SHOULD. We also talk about a spaghetti dinner for Alex's buddies, a friend's 40th birthday party, and my quick weekend trip to Mississippi.On top of all that, 'tis the season for our 2023 Graduation Gift Guide, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Taylor Swift Eras tour- Melanie's concert pictures- Melanie's dress- Caroline's romper- Gulley's jacket- "Mama, my legs are sweatin'"- Baby Jessica- The Lazy Genius - 2023 Big Boo Graduation Gift Guide- What the Fifty styrofoam cups- clear stadium bag- R+Co Zig Zag Root Teasing Texture Spray- Benefit Cosmetics POREfessional setting spray- Orleans Home Fragrances and Candles (use code MELANIE15)- Lessons in Chemistry (our Patreon May book club book)Sponsors:- Fabric (use this link to apply today)- Mill (use this link to reserve your membership)- Mosh (use this link for 20% off plus free shipping on your first six-count trial pack)- Storyworth (use this link for $10 off your first purchase)

On this episode Melanie shares the joys of cleaning out Caroline's closet, and I share how I tried to break date night dining protocol in a way that I told myself was subtle even though it wasn't subtle at all. We also talk about an exciting development in Melanie's Taylor Swift concert plans, and I confess that I had to invest in a heating pad. Life is a series of highs and lows, right? You might be surprised by our thoughts on the 80's fashion influences we're seeing in stores (here's a hint: we're fans), and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - ring dunking at A&M - French 75 - Succession - David Sedaris - the pants I love - Dakota Jordan - State wins Saturday's game in a walk-off (THE SPORTS!!!!) - Dak and Dak (scroll to the bottom for the cutest picture of all time) - Aggie women's golf wins SEC Championship - Aggie women's tennis wins SEC Championship - Farm Rio - Colgate Optic White Teeth Whitening pen - Free People quilted carryall - Joyspun cropped pajama pants (less than $13) and pajama shorts - Purely Elizabeth banana nut oatmeal - Daily Practice oversized parachute jacket Sponsors: - Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first purchase) - Prose (use this link for 15% off your first purchase) - ZocDoc (use this link to download the app for free) - KiwiCo (use this link for 50% off your first month and free shipping)

We don't want to oversell the excitement of this episode, but this week Melanie shares an update about her ice maker (we say the word "coils" approximately 74 times), and I talk about a plastic table that has really filled the no-more-dining-room gap in our house. We also discuss our Easter weekends.On top of all that, we discuss some recent enjoyable moments in entertainment (I just finished a book and a show that I loved), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- Big Boo Live in Bryan / College Station on November 9, 2023 - wait list for ticketsShow Notes:- Sam Bennett- the fancy dining table- the fancy dining chairs- Smartless episode with Ben Affleck- I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai- Daisy Jones & the Six on Amazon Prime- Homecoming by Kate Morton- chili lime Sun Chips- Levi's 501 mid-thigh shorts- Allie + Bess Keelin necklace (20% off with code MELANIE20)- The Collection blood orange candle- Birkenstock Arizona chunky platformsSponsors:- OSEA (use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order)- Noom- HoldOn (use code BIGBOO for 20% off your order)- Lume (use code BIGBOO for $5 off a starter pack)

On this week's episode Melanie and I discuss our weekends (spoiler alert: Melanie went to College Station) along with my need for a tour / orientation at the currently-being-remodeled Target and Walmart by my house. We talk through my initial reactions to Daisy Jones & the Six (spoiler alert: I LOVE) and we share some thoughts about the NCAA women's basketball national championship game.I also update Melanie on my latest June's Journey progress, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- Big Boo Live in Bryan / College Station on November 9, 2023 - very few tickets leftShow Notes:- Kim Mulkey's National Championship pantsuit- Caitlin Clark- Angel Reese- "You're a generational player"- Joyspun cropped pajama bottoms at Walmart (THE SOFTEST)- Joyspun pajama joggers (also, THE SOFTEST)- post-TSwift concert TikTok- June's Journey- Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid- Daisy Jones & the Six- Fleetwood Mac's "Silver Springs" live- our Patreon book club with Beth Moore- the Anthropologie lampshade- LED light therapy mask- live show tickets- Anastasia Brow Definer- Peepers reading sunglasses- Joyspun gauze pants- old-school desk calculator- Saucony Jazz Triple Summer sneakersSponsors:- Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first purchase)- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO50 for 50% off plus your first box ships free)- Helix (use this link for up to 20% off all mattress orders and two free pillows)- Olive and June (use this link for 20% off your first mani system)

This week I have feelings about navigation systems, Melanie has feelings about Daisy Jones & the Six, and we both have feelings about college baseball. We also break down Melanie's time in Dallas along with my time in Augusta, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Full disclosure: I was at what you might refer to as a LOW EBB when Melanie and I recorded this episode. After the tragedies of the last few days, I felt like I mostly wanted to just get back in the bed. Melanie very sweetly suggested that we wait to record on Tuesday, but ultimately we decided to push through. Life can be heavy and hard. We continue to trust in the One who holds. We pray for the hurting and the hopeless. Hug your people, everybody. - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Big Boo Live in Bryan, TX on November 9, 2023 - link for tickets on next week's episode Show Notes: Convoy of Hope relief work for Mississippi tornadoes Donate to The Covenant School Fund through Daystar Counseling Ouida sunglasses the lampshade (back in stock in August!) Helen in Birmingham Daisy Jones & the Six Oprah's Masterclass with Stevie Nicks Ozark (oh my word this is not for children and probably not for lots of adults, honestly) anti-wrinkle glass reusable straw quick dry athletic running shorts Champion C9 tank tops Ageless anti-aging sheet mask "Trees We'll Never See" by Amy Grant Sponsors: Stamps (use code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale) Fabric Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first order) Reel (use this link for 30% off your first order plus free shipping)

This week Melanie and I share our March Madness reactions (personally it has not been our finest basketball hour), Melanie talks about the Ben Rector concert, and I pass along some interesting (to me, at least) information I learned on TikTok. We also discuss a very exciting skirt, Melanie updates us on Spring Break '23, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Buzz Williams prays over Dexter Dennis- Ben Rector- The Skirt- Sundance (WE LOVE THEM - but I don't love the returns process)- Daisy Jones & the Six on Amazon Prime- Free People's Daisy Jones Collection- American Eagle Go Big oversize shirt (size down)- Pickwick & Co. Granada Pomegranate candle- Pepper Belly Pete's TikTok roast- watch band for spring- Teva Flatforms from Nordstrom RackSponsors:- ZocDoc (use this link to download the ZocDoc app for free)- Reel (use this link to get 30% off your first order and free shipping)- KiwiCo (use this link for 50% off your first order and free shipping)- Prose (use this link for your free hair consultation and 15% off)

Well, it's March Madness, and as you will hear in this episode, Melanie is mad about her Aggies being a 7-seed in the tournament. There may be a bit of a rant, which means I laugh a whole bunch. We also answer a listener's question about what kinds of sports fans we are (here's a hint: animated), we discuss our weekends with our college kids, and we talk through some recent fun finds at Trader Joe's. If you listen to the intro of the episode, you'll hear some exciting (for us, at least) save-the-date news, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- men's NCAA bracket- women's NCAA bracket- A&M is a 7 seed- Buzz Williams reacts to bracket- the curse of the 5 seeds- Altras- Ben Rector- Outer Banks- Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar cheese spread- Trader Joe's multigrain crackers- Trader Joe's Scalloped Potato Chips with Five Cheeses- Trader Joe's Cowboy Caviar- Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Bark with almond, pretzel, and sea salt- Daisy Jones & the Six TV show- Ouida sunglasses- Someone Else's Shoes by Jojo Moyes- Benefit Fluff Up brow wax- artificial fiddle leaf fig plant- Creative hair brush / Mason Pearson dupe- Hoka Clifton 9- Daisy Jones & the Six Amazon fashion Sponsors:- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)- Thrive Market (use this link for 30% off your first order and a free $60 gift)- OSEA Malibu (use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order)- Third Love (use this link for 20% off your first order)

It's good-times-a-plenty this week as Melanie and I recap her trip to College Station, my trip to Slidell, Louisiana, and that time I cooked for 27 of Alex's closest friends. We also break down our thoughts about a true crime documentary we both watched recently, and I explain why I pondered my personal need for a redemptive biscuit this past Saturday afternoon.Plus, Melanie shares what she's loving about a new TV show, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope y'all enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- A&M vs. Bama basketball game- Buzz Williams SEC Coach of the Year- French Onion Sliders for a Crowd- Hash Brown Potato Casserole- Crunchy Romaine Toss- Tres Leches cake- Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal on Netflix- "The Corrupt World Behind the Murdaugh Murders" in The New Yorker- Daisy Jones and the Six on Amazon Prime- Daisy Jones and the Six soundtrack- Apples in Spring fashion post- Medical Medium on IG- TikToker who makes pickles- H&M chunky sneakers- Aerie baby flare jeans- high density round foam roller- The Drop women's pull-on sweater pants- Kaleidoscope lamp shadeSponsors:- Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first purchase)- Helix (use this link for up to 20% off and two free pillows)- Olive and June (use this link for 20% off your first mani system)- Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO60 for 60% off plus free shipping)

On this episode Melanie and I discuss my trip to Starkville for the State / A&M basketball game (it was a dandy, it was) and our tendencies to arrive VERY early to sporting events. Plus, Melanie went to a Nelly concert at the rodeo, and I have an exciting Target remodeling update. Although "exciting" might be a really generous term.We also do a quick reading check-in, Melanie shares her reaction to her new oh-so-70s sunglasses, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, y'all! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Nelly at the San Antonio Rodeo- Mississippi State / Texas A&M basketball game- Aggies' baseball uniforms inspired by the Corps- our favorite new sunglasses- A Court of Wings & Ruin- Shrinking on AppleTV+- The Moviegoer by Walker Percy- Rolling Up the Welcome Mat by Kelsea Ballerini- My Truth by Jonathan McReynolds- This is the Hour by Christy Nockels- spa wristbands- H&M satin pajamas- H&M short satin pajamas- Lumineux teeth whitening strips- Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar Spread- Kut from the Kloth white Catherine boyfriend jeans- Clothes We Have Loved episode on PatreonSponsors:- Mosh (use this link for 20% off plus free shipping on your first trial pack)- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first order)- Fabric (use this link to apply today)

This is apparently an episode where Melanie and I feel compelled to share our enthusiasm about all manner of things: basketball coaches, basketball uniforms, sunglasses, and the oranges that have absolutely rocked my world. Plus, Melanie talks about her time at the rodeo in San Antonio and I do a small bit of whining about the lack of A/C at the State / Kentucky game.We also discuss the new books that are on our To Read piles, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, y'all! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Buzz Williams motivates us all- State beats Ole Miss in overtime- Georgia has no answer for Bama- Ladybird Taco- Sumo Citrus- Ole Miss' white basketball uniforms- State's new black baseball jerseys- A&M's black basketball uniforms- A Court of Thorns & Roses by Sarah J. Maas- Don't Hold Back by David Platt- Someone Else's Shoes by Jojo Moyes- Whitney channel on SiriusXM- Third Love WonderKnit pajama bottoms- All My Knotted-Up Life by Beth Moore- Dollger oversized square sunglasses- Eminence Organics Bamboo Firming Liquid- A New Day women's high-rise ankle pull-on pantsSponsors:- Reel (use this link for 30% off your first order plus free shipping)- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)- Prose (use this link for your free hair consultation and 15% off your first order)- KiwiCo (use this link to get 50% off plus free shipping)

This week Melanie and I discuss what we talk about before we actually start recording each week's episode (my mama would say that it's when we really get into the "nitty gritty"), how P has absolutely been influenced in terms of how he hosts a guys' weekend, and how legit Texas tacos have made their way to Birmingham. You will not be surprised that we also spend a good deal of time focusing on the latest in college basketball because Joe Lunardi is apparently the boss of us right now.We have lo, another book update because I have started reading the book about the fairies (who am I?), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope y'all enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Meant to Be by Emily Giffin- Vandy beats Tennessee on a buzzer beater- Missouri beats Tennessee on a buzzer beater - Joe Lunardi's NCAA tournament predictions- Ladybird Taco in Birmingham- Chris Stapleton singing the National Anthem- Whitney Houston singing the National Anthem- A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah Maas- The Blessed Life: A 90-Day Devotional by Kelly Minter- Vitacup Beauty Coffee- Athleta Elation flare pants- Gleamin Vitamin C clay mask- Lillusory turtleneck sweater- 70's ballads playlistSponsors:Third Love (use this link for 20% off your first order)Olive and June (use this link for 20% off your first mani system)Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO65 for 65% off plus free shipping)ZocDoc (use this link to download the ZocDoc app)

Listen - you want hard-hitting issues? Melanie and I are here to deliver them this week. We discuss plumbing problems at my house, the situation with basements in Alabama and Texas, my run-in with a stomach bug, and our continued affection for this particular college basketball season. BREAKING NEWS, right? We also share an update on our continued reading progress (yay for books!), Melanie details why it's so difficult to walk her dogs, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - BeneRx (this is hands-down our favorite muscle pain reliever) - Joe Lunardi Bracketology - Buzz Williams - Gwyneth Paltrow's closet archive - SNL Hollywood skit - Poker Face - A Court of Thorns & Roses by Sarah Maas - A Court of Mist & Fury by Sarah Maas - Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister - "Movie Star" by Jessica Simpson - Mouth to Mouth by Antoine Wilson - The Blue Parakeet by Scot McKnight - Georgie, All Along by Kate Clayborn - Meant to Be by Emily Giffin - No Angel by Penny Vincenzi - Orvis Quilted Snap Sweatshirt - Harry's Fig body wash - Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup (I did 7 cups of chicken stock and half a package of wide egg noodles) - Kitsch satin pillowcase - Summersalt easy high-waist flares Sponsors: - Helix (use this link for up to $200 off your mattress purchase and 2 free pillows) - Green Chef (use code BIGBOO60 for 60% off plus free shipping) - Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first purchase) - OSEA Malibu (use code BIGBOO for 10% off)

If you're a fan of variety, this episode should be right up your podcast alley. Melanie and I discuss foods we don't like right now, foods we do like, NFL league championship games, and a potential new slogan for college basketball.We also dig into our feelings about books that take place in lands that don't exist, we evaluate our current writing set-ups / chair needs, and Melanie shares her Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- rodeo season in San Antonio- slant board- sun lamp- Crockpot White Chili Chicken Burrito Bowls- Trisha Yearwood's Chicken Tortilla Soup (I cut the half and half to about 2 cups and added a can of medium chili beans)- Spicy Hamburger Vegetable Soup- A Court of Thorn and Roses by Sarah J. Maas- Wrong Time Wrong Place by Gillian McAllister- Peter Thomas Roth Rose Stem Cell Mask- Poppi soda- the best homemade salsa (I did in fact make it after we recorded, and it is in fact delicious)- Fraulein boots- Allie + Bess necklacesSponsors:- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first order)- Mosh (use this link for 20% off your first six-bar trial pack)- Green Chef (use code BIGBOO60 for 60% off and free shipping)

Melanie and I didn't intend to sound like we've given up this week, but we do talk about the frustrating state of empty nest cooking as well as our ability to remember detailed song lyrics from the 80s while having absolutely no idea where the scissors are. Plus, Melanie shares about her weekend in College Station, and I may or may not recite a classic Amy Grant song like it's a poem.We also discuss what we're looking for in the next fiction book we read (epic! sweeping! preferably in an air conditioned setting!), and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- king cake- "Ain't Goin' Down 'til the Sun Comes Up"- "Saved by Love"- "The Gambler"- Melanie's sequined skirt- Melanie's denim skirt- Melanie's fancy Fraulein boots- I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy- Welcome to Wrexham on Hulu- Spare by Prince Harry- The Thursday Murder Club series- The Water Keeper series- Mike Wright commits to State- Aerie Beyond sweater- Cozy Up Everything pouch (these may be out of stock, but the matching tote bag is adorable too)- Living Proof Full shampoo- six-sided box cheese grater- New Balance 327s in light indigoSponsors:- Prose (use this link for your free hair consultation and 15% off)- Reel (use promo code BIGBOO for free shipping and 30% off your first order)- KiwiCo (use this link for 50% off your first month)- Mosh (use this link for 20% off plus free shipping on your first six count trial pack)

This week Melanie and I talk about how we're navigating the lull between college football and college basketball season, and we discuss P's newfound knowledge about face contouring and the Royal Family. Life comes at you fast. I share about the writing progress I made over the weekend (will wonders never cease), Melanie has an update on her reading progress, and we also discuss some spring fashion trends that are on the way. Plus, it's Mel's turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- A&M vs. South Carolina in MBB- Melanie's aesthetician, Niva- face contouring- Spare by Prince Harry- Hello, Molly by Molly Shannon- Helen in Birmingham- parachute pants that are tempting- shirt dress that's a YES PLEASE- Banana Republic silk shirt dress- long shorts that are a no- The Eyes of Tammy Faye- Jennifer Coolidge's Golden Globes acceptance speech (there is a White Lotus spoiler in her speech - just FYI if you haven't watched season two yet)- Mary Katherine Gallagher sketches from SNL- Helen Madden, Licensed Joyoligist sketches from SNL- PHYLIAN Sonic Electric Toothbrush- Ascot & Hart graphic pullover sweatshirt (and matching joggers)- Dr. Dennis Gross Blemish Solutions Clarifying Mask- Aerie Lowrise Pintuck Skater Pants- Wrangler men's outdoor flex waist cargo pantsSponsors:- Thrive Market (use this link for 30% off your first order plus a $60 free gift)- Third Love (use this link for 20% off your first order)- ZocDoc (use this link to download their app)

On this episode Melanie and I talk about the college football National Championship, and one thing we for sure agree on is that Nick Saban is a delight and a joy as a commentator. We share some details from our respective weekends, and we spend a good bit of time breaking down my unwavering affection for Amy Grant (I have been in my feels about AG ever since I watched the Kennedy Center Honors a couple of weeks ago). Also, Melanie updates us on what she's been reading, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- 2023 College Football National Championship- David Pollack talking about Georgia's dominance- "Of Grit and Glory"- The Highwomen honor Amy Grant- Bebe and Cece Winans honor Amy Grant - "Jehovah" by Amy Grant- "Open Arms" by Amy Grant- I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy- The Bodyguard by Katherine Center- The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose- Hello, Molly by Molly Shannon- Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus- About Fate on Amazon Prime- Cabot Triple Cream Vanilla Bean Greek yogurt- Away Bigger carry-on- Skinny Dipped Dark Chocolate and Peanut Butter almonds- H&M shirt dress- Peepers Take A Bow readers- our Patreon Low-Level Goals episodeSponsors:- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO21 for 21 free meals plus free shipping)- Prose (use this link for your free, in-depth hair consultation and 15% off your first order)- OSEA (use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order)- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)

We recorded later than usual this week because I've been out of town, and we were moving through a series of New Year-adjacent recaps (the latest with the Shankles, State's bowl game, the playoff games, a few I See Yous) when Melanie saw some breaking news about A&M's new offensive coordinator. To paraphrase Ross Gellar, it was a bit of a pivot because Melanie needed to do some serious real-time processing. As you will hear. No worries, however. Melanie rallies to share her Five Favorites, and in the most exciting development ever, I share a new pot roast recipe I hope to try. The year is full of possibilities. :-) Enjoy, y'all! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - Georgia / Ohio State game - Michigan / TCU - State / Illinois in the Reliaquest Bowl - Charley's Steakhouse in Tampa - National Anthem at Reliaquest Bowl - Damar Hamlin - Scott Van Pelt and Ryan Clark - June's Journey - A&M's new offensive coordinator - pot roast recipe from TikTok - Lilo's Salad - Bentoben phone case - oversized half zip pullover - Elevated craft cocktail shaker - Cheese Gal on Instagram - Trader Joe's Super Seedy Cheese Snack Bites - Free People Summer Daydream buttondown Sponsors: - Green Chef (use code BIGBOO60 to get 60% off plus free shipping) - Olive and June (use this link for 25% off your first mani system) - Helix (use this link for up to $200 off all mattresses and two free pillows) - Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first order)

There's nothing new here...it's the episode that just came out, except this time I deleted the unnecessary ad music that I mistakenly left in the original episode.Please know that you can continue to count on us for podcasting excellence. :-) Happy New Year!

This week Melanie and I talk through a wrap-up of our Christmas festivities, and we even (unexpectedly) discuss some low-level goals for 2023. We also talk about our current writing frustrations, and I share about an exciting new habit I developed in 2022. Except that it's not really exciting. But yay for new habits! You can rest assured that we break down everything we've watched this past week - we have definitely put in some time in front of the television - and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - Saltine Cracker Toffee - Hotel Emma - It's a Wonderful Life - Everything Everywhere All at Once - Prois hunting clothes - Die Hard - Emily in Paris - Glass Onion - I Wanna Dance with Somebody - Spirited - Southwest gridlock - this month's Patreon Q&A with Melanie's document-o-supplements - Nutrafol - Eminence Organics Strawberry Rhubarb masque with hyaluronic acid - Love Crunch dark chocolate peanut butter granola - Seychelles Stand Tall slip-ons - high rise fleece ankle jogger pants (the matching sweatshirt is adorable if you want a set) - Mike Leach-inspired STATE t-shirt Sponsors: - Lomi (use promo code BIGBOO for $50 off)

The kids are home this week, so naturally Melanie and I talk about that on this episode, along with our still-tentative Christmas cooking plans. We reflect on Mike Leach's legacy in the college football coaching world, and we even get into an unexpected discussion about NIL and the transfer portal before I tell Mel about an exciting new (to us, at least) Cracker Barrel to-go option. We understand that this may create a bit of topic-related whiplash.Also, I share about a TV show I binged with some authority this past weekend, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- Big Boo 2022 Holiday Gift GuideShow Notes:- "Back Home Baller"- Violent Night- Mike Leach - 1961-2022- Dave Emerick's Twitter- Zach Arnett- Reliaquest Bowl- Cracker Barrel's delightful online ordering options- outdoor faucet covers (WINTER WEATHER ALERT) :-) - cheese enchildas recipe (from Southern Living)- The White Lotus season 2 (NOT FOR THE CHILDREN - and maybe not for some adults) on HBOMax- Emily in Paris season 3 on Netflix- Wednesday on Netflix- Harry & Meghan on Netflix- No Boundaries cozy men's hoodie- Riddle Oil- Janet Hill puzzle- waffle joggers- ruched faux rabbit fur throw blanketSponsors:- StoryWorth (use this link for $10 off your first purchase)- OSEA (use promo code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order)- Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO18 for 18 free meal plus free shipping)- Thrive Causemetics (use this link to get up to 45% off their bestselling products when you purchase select holiday sets)

As you can imagine, Melanie and I were heartbroken to hear about Coach Mike Leach's death earlier this week. We actually recorded this episode before he passed away, so we talk about a lot of the stuff you might expect: Melanie's hunting wardrobe, the trip that David and I took last week, A&M's continued search for an offensive coordinator, and our thoughts about the college kids coming home for Christmas break. All fun things - and it's my turn for Five Favorites.There's also a special little something at the very end. Let's continue to pray for the Leach family - as well as for the Mississippi State football team and coaches. Coach Leach was a treasure, and we lost him way too soon. - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- Big Boo 2022 Holiday Gift GuideShow Notes:- Mike Leach- Viking Cruises- Monoprix (this is where Jamie and I hit the beauty product gold mine)- La Sagrada Familia- Free People long Ruby jacket- Pilcro longline plaid buttondown- Smart Travel inflatable lumbar pillow- Diva room spray- Wondershop gift wrap at Target- Our podcast episode with Coach LeachSponsors:- Thrive Market (use this link for 30% off and a $60 gift when you join)- Helix (use this link for up to $200 off your mattress order and two free pillows)- Munk Pack (use code BIGBOO at checkout for 20% off your purchase)- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)

Melanie and I are so happy that our friend Travis Cottrell (aka FryDaddy) is joining us on this week's episode. Travis is a gifted worship leader, singer, musician, and songwriter who just so happens to love the Christmas season a lot. Like, A LOT A LOT. So when Mel and I talked about recording an episode that functions almost like a Christmas special (an extravaganza, if you will), asking Travis to join us was a no-brainer. His Neil Diamond impression alone is worth the (super free) price of admission. So. We're going to talk about the latest with Travis' family, we're going to talk about Christmas memories, we're going to talk about Christmas food, and we're going to talk about Christmas music. Plus, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. See? AN EXTRAVAGANZA. Hope y'all enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Big Boo 2022 Holiday Gift Guide Show Notes: - Travis Cottrell - "Hear My Dear" - Tedeschi Trucks Band - "Summer, Highland Falls - Billy Joel - "How Sweet It Is" (Live) - James Taylor - "No Love Dying" - Gregory Porter - "Music for a Sushi Restaurant" - Harry Styles - "Feathered Indians" - Tyler Childers - "Something in the Orange" - Zach Bryan - "All Your'n" - Tyler Childers - "All I See is You" - Shane Smith & the Saints - "Gratitude" - Hillside Recording - "Clouds" - Luke Faulkner - "The Age of Worry" - Yebba - Yebba - "Brown Eyed Girl" - Van Morrison - "Ventura Highway" - America - "The Carnival of the Animals" - At Christmas by James Taylor - A Charlie Brown Christmas by Vince Guaraldi Trio - Christmas by Michael Bublé - Christmas Portrait by the Carpenters - Simply Christmas by Leslie Odom, Jr. - A Ben Rector Christmas by Ben Rector - Glory in the Highest by Chris Tomlin - Wintersong by Sarah McLachlan - My "River" playlist (also on Spotify) - The Thill of Hope by Christy Nockels - Christmas Music: The Complete Collection by Cody Fry - The Song in Our Hearts by Gary Fry - Christmas Songs by Mel Tormé - Pioneer Woman's Chex Mix - Pioneer Woman's cinnamon rolls - Granite Steps blueberry coffee cake - Rose's cheesecake recipe (put a pin in this one...I'm out of town as I'm publishing this episode, but as soon as I get home I'll post the recipe on IG) - The Holiday - Elf - Die Hard - A Christmas Story - Little Women - "A Charlie Brown Christmas" - "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" - The Family Stone - flannel shirt jacket with hood - UGG cozy knit slippers - oversized Eddie Bauer down throw - Kelly Minter's Cultivate podcast - Hanes Comfort Evolution wirefree bra Sponsors: - Stamps (use code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, a free digital scale, and free postage) - Prose (use this link for your free hair consultation and 15% off) - Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO18 for 18 free meals plus free shipping) - KiwiCo (use this link to get your first month free)

We honestly weren't sure how we were going to make this episode happen because Melanie has a pretty significant case of laryngitis this week. As in she had zero voice on Sunday and Monday - which is problematic in terms of recording a podcast episode. However, on Tuesday morning she said she could power through, and that is exactly what she did. As a result, you're about to hear the raspiest account of the Texas A&M / LSU game you could possibly imagine - and the raspiest reactions to my thoughts about the State / Ole Miss game. WON'T HE DO IT. We also discuss season 5 of The Crown, we break down our respective Thanksgivings, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, y'all! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Big Boo 2022 Holiday Gift Guide Show Notes: - Starbucks medicine ball - Melanie's new organic cough syrup - Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss - Texas A&M vs. LSU - Moose Muhammad's one-handed catch - The Crown on Netflix - Aerie wide leg sweatpants - Travel compression bags - Thymes laundry detergent in Frasier Fir - Tillamook cream cheese - Very Veggie - the laundry hamper champion Sponsors: - Babbel (use this link for up to 55% off) - Pair (use this link for 20% off) - Munk Pack (use code BIGBOO for 20% off) - iwi life (use code BIGBOO22 for 30% off your first purchase)

This week Melanie catches us up on why she went to College Station but opted to excuse herself from the actual football game, and she shares some A&M / Reveille history. We talk through a few other football-related items before we move into Thanksgiving prep and plans, so be sure to look in the show notes for the recipes we mention. 'Tis the season, after all. We also discuss Christmas movies as well as the latest on Melanie's dream of a more neutral Christmas tree - and it's her turn for Five Favorites. Happy Thanksgiving, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Big Boo 2022 Holiday Gift Guide Show Notes: - Texas A&M / UMass - Mississippi State / ETSU - Tom Hart & crew call game from the field - Jeff Traylor - Reveille - Skillet Sundried Tomato dip - Crispy Baked Boursin with spicy honey - Melanie's cornbread dressing - Melanie's broccoli and rice casserole - Melanie's homemade cranberry sauce - Melanie's chocolate ice box pudding - Cheese Gal on Instagram - Ninfa's green sauce (served warm) - Pioneer Woman's hot corn dip - Four Christmases - Falling for Christmas on Netflix - Selling Beverly Hills on Netflix - flocked Christmas tree - Anastasia Brow Freeze - Lumberjack candle - 25% off with code MELANIE25 - Free People Venice Beach flare jeans - Free People Whistle Thermal henley - on sale for $88 - Saint Jane Pore Smoothing sunscreen - 25% off sitewide with code SJHOLIDAY Sponsors: - OSEA (use code BIGBOO for 10% off) - Munk Pack (use code BIGBOO for 20% off) - Rothy's (use this link for 20% off your first purchase) - Thrive Causemetics (use this link for up to 45% off their holiday sets)

Guess what, everyone? IT'S BASKETBALL SEASON NOW. As you can imagine, that is a source of comfort and hope for Melanie and me after our teams had a not-great football weekend. We talk about all the not-great stuff, along with Side Eyes and I See Yous. And much to our delight, this week has given us the Yellowstone season 5 premier, so we break down the non-spoiler-y latest with the Duttons - as well as digging into some other things we've been watching and reading.We also talk through Melanie's (general) reactions to our Patreon book club book (spoiler alert: we both ADORE IT), and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop- Big Boo 2022 Holiday Gift GuideShow Notes:- Texas A&M / Auburn- Mississippi State / Georgia- Aggies' Veterans' Day hoodies- Aggies' Veterans' Day hats- Cadillac Williams- At Home in Birmingham- Fresh Balsam candles from Bath & Body Works- our Costco birch tree- Yellowstone on Paramount- Shane Smith & the Saints- The Crown on Netflix- Severance on AppleTV+- Dispatches from Pluto by Richard Grant- Into the Wild Light by Jeff Zentner- TOMS Marlo booties- necklace extenders- Ashland 7-foot cashmere pencil tree- Anthropologie tuxedo shirt- rechargeable candle lighterSponsors:- Lomi (use code BIGBOO for $50 off)- Storyworth (use this link for $10 on your first purchase)- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)- Helix (use this link for up to $200 your mattress order and two free pillows)