The Big Boo Cast

We're back home after spending most of last week in Atlanta, and apparently we both have a lot of thoughts about how air travel could be more courteous and efficient (please keep in mind that I didn't actually fly to Atlanta, but that doesn't stop me from having an opinion). We also share our latest thoughts about moisturizers, eye shadows, and whether or not nutmeg belongs in a fruit cobbler.On top of that, we talk about how we're wrapping up summer with the college-aged people in our lives, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- our Patreon episode about SEC Football Media Days- Jos. A. Bank- Princess Polly- Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream- Meebak Cica Cream- Sunday Riley CEO Moisturizer- Pacifica Dreamy Youth Cream (a Charlotte Tilbury dupe according to some)- Urban Decay Naked 2 palette- Thrive Causemetics Brilliant Eye Brightener (just FYI - the link in the list of sponsors will work for 15% off your first order)- Bobbi Brown cream eyeshadow stick- cowboy caviar- corn dip (I modified this recipe a bit, but this was so good when I heated it in the oven for about 30 minutes on 375)- All in Motion stretch tapered pants- Noonday Boundless Faith necklace- What Will They Think? by Grace Valentine- Levitate poplin tee- Jan Morton's cobbler recipe Sponsors:- Reel (use promo code BIGBOO for 30% off your first order)- June's Journey (download in the Apple App Store or on Google Play)- Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first purchase)- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first order)

We recorded this episode from Day One of SEC Football Media Days earlier this week, and man oh man are we ever living our best lives. Obviously we talk about media days (day one, at least), and we discuss the obnoxious amount of clothes we packed for our time in Atlanta. We trust you would expect no less.You'll also hear Melanie's shock / surprise / disappointment when she learns about another movie I've never seen, and we break down how we respond to conflict (here's a hint: WE DON'T LOVE IT). Plus, it's Melanie's turn this week for Five Favorites.Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- SEC Football Media Days- Greg Sankey- College Football Hall of Fame- Brian Kelly- "Callin' Baton Rouge"- Ryan McGee- "Whoopty" (the song about being addicted to blue cheese)- The Eyes of Tammy Faye - ORU Singers in the 80s- The Bear- Charles Hunter on Twitter- Loot- Hello, Goodbye, and Everything in Between- TooFaced Hangover RX Pillow Balm lip treatment- CheeseGal on Instagram- Zach Bryan's new album, Summertime Blues- Holland & Birch bracelets (use code BIGBOO for 20% off until Sunday 7/24)- Old Navy pajamas Sponsors:- Munk Pack (use promo code BIGBOO for 20% off your Munk Pack purchase)- Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO16 for 16 free meals across seven boxes and three free gifts)- Stamps.com (use promo code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, digital scale, and free postage)- Helix (use this link for up to $200 off a mattress and two free pillows)

This week we talk about a whole lot of ordinary life: celebrating some extended family birthdays, finding an unexpected treasure at Nordstrom Rack, and trying to get our kids' living spaces coordinated for the new semester.We also discuss some new shows we're watching and how Melanie is dealing with the Texas heat. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Wings 'N More in College Station- chicken flats video (MELANIE, DO NOT WATCH THIS)- Cooper's BBQ in College Station- Club Pilates (this is where I go here in Birmingham)- Gus Mayer in Birmingham- Cordani shoes- The Roger Centre Court by OnCloud- La Cantera in San Antonio- SEC Football Media Days in Atlanta- Ainias Smith- The Terminal List - Downton Abbey: A New Era - Better Call Saul - June's Journey- Trader Joe's Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies- Threshold Floral Woven Rug- One/Size Fantasize mascara- Scrub Mommy sponge- Bakers & Burgers Icon tees Sponsors:- Thrive Market (use this link to get $80 in free groceries)- Reel (use code BIGBOO for 30% off your first order and free shipping)- KiwiCo (use code BIGBOO for 50% off your first month and free shipping)- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)

It's been a slow week since we last recorded, but that didn't stop us from digging into all sorts of exciting topics on this episode: picture frames, herbs, weather, and so many other things that pretty much scream WE ARE VERY BORING.Fortunately we've watched a good bit of TV, so we break that down, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- mattress topper for dorm bed- Stranger Things on Netflix- the cutest VRBO house in Chickamauga, GA- Public House in Chattanooga- squash casserole recipe- funeral potato casserole (I use cream of chicken soup instead of making a sauce with flour, milk, and chicken broth)- homemade coffee ice cream- Southwestern Tossed Salad- Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip, season 2- The Staircase on HBO/Max- Only Murders in the Building on Hulu- Love & Gelato on Netflix- The Terminal List on Amazon Prime- Melanie's favorite color by numbers app- Yellowstone on Peacock- This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub- Mom Celebrity Translator is real life- linen duvet cover set- Pacifica gel Dry It Out acne spot treatment- Pesto Chicken Saltimboca by Half Baked Harvest- Pioneer Woman's fettuccine Alfredo- oversized sleeveless jumpsuit- Heather Gauthier prints Sponsors:- Best Fiends (download on the Apple App Store or Google Play)- Pair Eyewear (use this link for 15% off your first purchase)- Prose (use this link for 15% off custom hair supplements)- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts)

This week we recap the end of the College World Series, and Melanie tells us all about how she and Caroline spent time in The Nature during their inaugural trip to the Great Smoky Mountains. Melanie's feet continue to recover.We also break down an unusually busy week on the Hudson front, Melanie offers her two cents on Arch Manning's college football commitment, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Ole Miss wins the CWS- Old Try and the final Rocco's shot count- Old Try's CWS letterpress print- Pigeon Forge, TN- Rainbow Falls Trail - Great Smoky Mountains- Tupelo Honey- Gregory Porter- Ben Rector- Charity Gayle- Endless Praise by Charity Gayle- the VRBO house we love in Chickamauga, GA (only 25 minutes from so many fun things in Chattanooga)- Hulu +- The Kardashians on Hulu- Arch Manning- Wet detangler brush- UGG Sport Yeah slide- Daisy cottage cheese and fruit- small gold chunky hoops (less than $15)- Athleta Brooklyn ankle pant in captivate chrome blue Sponsors:- Calm (use this link for 40% off a premium subscription)- OSEA Malibu (use promo code BIGBOO for 10% off sitewide)- Munk Pack (use promo code BIGBOO for 20% off your purchase)- Prose (use this link for 15% off custom hair supplements)

We're still in the thick of the College World Series, so you know we're gonna get into all of our feelings about college baseball this week (not to mention the Aggies' match-up against the Longhorns). We also do a little recapping of our weekends, and we discuss whether or not it's possible to cover all the important topics / life skills with college kids before they leave home.On top of all that, we break down my current situation with my hair, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Notre Dame's uniforms with trim- Lots of Scotts' list of life skills for young adults- our Patreon episode on inconsequential grievances - Wet detangler brush- velcro rollers- Patreon Live Q&A for June- interview with Alex- Vacation Chardonnay oil SPF 30 sunscreen- Lancome mascara primer- TikTok mascara hack- No Boundaries slides (only $12.98)- Texas Aggies tee from 47 Brand- Redland cotton sheets Sponsors:- KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO to get 50% off your first month plus free shipping)- Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first order)- Stamps.com (use promo code BIGBOO for a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale)- Peloton

Much to our delight, there have been lots of fun life events since our last episode. Melanie got to watch her Aggies win their super regional and secure their spot in the College World Series, and I got to go to Maine and New York City on a trip. We have so many words about all of these things. We also discuss my somewhat awkward initial encounter with East Coast seafood (I was not equipped, y'all), and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop - Become a Patron Show Notes: - the College World Series bracket - Banner Year - Butcher Burger in Portland, Maine - Open Table - Omni Berkshire (this was our favorite place we've stayed in NYC - great location and really quiet) - Plaza Suite - The Music Man - Parachute Cloud cotton quilt - Athleta Salutation joggers (they also come in lots of solid colors) - Mediheal sheet mask with hyaluronic acid and witch hazel - Hoka Kawana running shoes - summer Apple Watch band - Cotopaxi Cada Día Coso Sponsors: - Helix (use this link for up to $200 off your mattress order and two free pillows) - Thrive Market (use this link for $80 in free groceries) - Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial) - Prose (use this link for 15% off custom hair supplements)

Y'all. I don't know how this has happened again, but Zoom didn't pick up my microphone - clearly I missed a setting even after I reminded Melanie that we needed to check - so I sound like I'm in a tunnel. I hope you can push through the distraction, and I am trying to remind myself that nobody listens to us for our sound quality. Still: annoying. I'm sorry I'm so consistently bad at this part.Anyway, we discuss some things as I echo (echo, echo) my way through the episode: college baseball, Alex's college orientation, and my poor decision-making skills re: orientation shoes. Also, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- the NCAA baseball tournament bracket- ESPN+ - Dark Sky app- Frogg Toggs Chilly Pad- Samford - big blue moving bags- dorm essentials in our Amazon shop- Prince Louis on the balcony with the Queen- Prince Louis being every bit of 4 years old- information about our Brenham live show- Parachute Cloud cotton quilt- SOJOS oversized sunglasses- Goli Ashwagandha gummies- straw elastic belt- Bagheera Print Fresh pajamas Sponsors:- Pair Eyewear (use this link for 15% off your first purchase)- Olive and June (use this link for 20% off your first mani system)- Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO16 for up to 16 free meals and three free gifts)- Best Fiends (download for free in the Apple App Store or on Google Play - and get $5 worth of in-game rewards when you reach level 5)

Between college baseball regionals, Top Gun: Maverick, and a new season of Somebody Feed Phil, we get to cover a wide swath-o-topical-ground this week. Giddy up, everyone.Plus, Melanie shares an update on the final stages of her bedroom / bath renovation, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- the NCAA baseball tournament bracket- Parachute Cotton Cloud quilt- Somebody Feed Phil (new season!)- Book Lovers by Emily Henry (just FYI - it's spicy)- Stranger Things- Abbott Elementary- oversized ultralight workout tee - less than $20- high waisted poplin shorts- twin xl down alternative comforter- Toms Alpargata high platform (and here they are on another website)- a summertime skincare staple - Teddie's Organics rosehip oil- our latest Patreon episode on insignificant grievances- Big Boo Live Show in Brenham, TX on October 13-14 Sponsors:- OSEA Malibu (use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order)- Babbel (use this link for up to 60% off)- Calm (use this link for 40% off)- Fuzzy (use this link for your free trial)

Melanie had an adventurous travel weekend, so we talk about that on this week's episode, and you know - YOU KNOW - we dig into the recent situation between Jimbo Fisher and Nick Saban. WHO AMONG US IS SURPRISED.We also discuss a TV show and a movie that have made my heart oh-so-happy, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Hops Burger Bar - SEC Baseball Tournament bracket- the drama with Jimbo Fisher and Nick Saban- Arch Manning's official visits- Downton Abbey: A New Era- Abbott Elementary (I've been watching on Hulu)- Miss Mississippi 1992- four-tier jewelry tree stand- plastic drawer organizers- Hopopro high pressure shower head- Ascot + Hart terry cloth top- Ascot + Hart terry cloth shorts- Zach Bryan - American Heartbreak Sponsors:- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts)- Stamps.com (use code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale)- Peloton- Storyworth (use this link for $10 off your first purchase)

Well, it occurred to me when I was editing that we completely forgot to talk about what dress I wore to graduation, but that is okay because it was an old one (the dress I ordered didn't come in on time). BUT, we did remember to talk about other graduation details, along with the latest on Melanie's bedroom / bathroom renovations and the fact that Caroline is home for the summer.We also discuss my TV goals for the week, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Better Call Saul on Netflix- Stranger Things on Netflix- The Staircase on HBOMax- The Staircase documentary on Netflix- The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills- Article: "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Premiere was Masterpiece Television"- blue bags that are key to college packing- Bethenny Frankel's makeup reviews- eShakti dress (I LOVE MINE)- striped boyfriend shirt- Prose boar bristle hairbrush (I don't have any idea if our code will work on a brush, but you can try BIGBOO and see if it does)- Dolce Vita Parle wedge and the very similar DSW Otis Espadrille wedge Sponsors:- Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first order)- KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO for 30% off your first month plus free shipping)- Helix (use this link for up to $200 off your mattress order and two free pillows)- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)

On this episode Melanie does some deep reflection on all of last year's preparations for Caroline's freshman dorm room, and she does this because she started the process of moving Caroline out of her dorm room this past weekend. Suffice it to say: LESSONS WERE LEARNED. We also talk about the ramp up to Alex's high school graduation weekend (when I was editing I wondered if I should use "Sunrise, Sunset" as background music), my recent accomplishments with our built-ins, and Melanie's Five Favorites.Y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Melanie's fake greenery suggestion- new blackout curtains that I love- Gaslit on Starz- Book Lovers by Emily Henry (neither of us has read it yet; it's just been recommended to us)- Oprah's conversation with Viola Davis- The Things We Cannot Say by Kelly Rimmer- EXCITING NEWS: Brian Chalmers t-shirts- Mom Celebrity Translator- 100% cotton percale sheets- Gimme Bands hair ties- Vida Liberata Body Blur instant HD skin finish- Pura smart device- Miranda Lambert's Palomino album Sponsors:- Babbel (use this link to save up to 60% off your subscription)- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO16 for up to 16 free meals and three free gifts)- Best Fiends (download in the Apple App store or Google Play)- Calm (use this link for 40% a premium subscription)

There has been a lot of life in the last week: Melanie's home improvement situation has leveled up in a couple of significant ways, and senior year festivities have overtaken our lives here in Birmingham. So for entirely different reasons, both of us have been feeling some feelings. You'll hear all about that.We also continue our discussion of The Dress Situation, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Kim Spradlin-Wolfe- Sparkly Green Earrings - "The Best Is Yet to Come" by Ben Rector- "Same God" by Elevation Worship- the Anthropologie dress with the slip- the Draper James dress- the eShakti dress (I did a 3/4 sleeve that's below knee length)- Capri Blue Grapefruit Prosecco candle- Half Price Drapes linen blackout drapes (I got the Exclusion Ivory - which is really pretty)- Janelle gathered shoulder bag- Athleta Inspire top- Laura Parks Brooks Avenue slim wallet (and here's the second design) Sponsors:- Olive and June (use this link for 20% off your first mani system)- Pair Eyewear (use this link for 15% off your first purchase)- Thrive Market (use this link to get 40% off your first order and a free gift worth over $50)- Prose (use this link for 15% off custom hair supplements)

It's been a week-o-special-events for both of us, and on this episode we're going to talk about all of them. You'll hear about Melanie and Perry getting all dressed up for a wedding, my quick trip to see college friends, and Alex's performance in Into the Woods. Plus, Melanie has some exciting new skin care strategies to share.We're also going to discuss TV (it's my favorite coping mechanism right now), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- our bonus episode with Kim Spradlin-Wolfe- Into the Woods - videos from the end of the show- Melanie killing the game in her new dress- Anatomy of a Scandal on Netflix- The Flight Attendant on HBOMax- The Gilded Age on HBOMax- Kathleen Jennings Beauty- Clarins Depuffing Mask- V-shaped slimming face mask- A New Day Victoria wedge heels (order a half-size down according to Mel)- R. Vivimos linen button-down tunic dress- Tillamook cracker cuts in extra sharp cheddar Sponsors:- Stamps.com (use promo code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale)- iWi Life - use promo code BIGBOO for 30% off your first order- Storyworth - use this link to save $10 off your first purchase- OSEA Malibu - use promo code BIGBOO to get 10% off your first order

We're all over the place this week, so if you would like to hear about what's on sale at Anthropologie along with the snake situation at the ranch along with a round-up of some recent TV shows along with a story about some leggings, this is the episode for you. We also talk about Melanie's latest additions to her skin care routine. And it's my turn for Five Favorites. Only somehow I ended up with Seven Favorites. As you do. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop - Become a Patron Show Notes: - Maeve textured buttondown - Maeve oversized tunic - Into the Woods - Inventing Anna - Starstruck - Anatomy of a Scandal - Better Call Saul - Alicia Keys' Athleta collection - Kenra Thermal Styling Spray - Hoson 1 1/4-inch curling iron - Skin by Blair tonic - Skin by Blair Bakuchiol - Skin by Blair Ret de la Blair - Skin by Blair Anniversary Trio - Country Life Target-Mins 300mg magnesium supplement with silica - the aspirational Trina Turk rainbow caftan - Whisps - Golden Eagle caramel corn - Pilcro Ruffled Placket shirt - foam earbud tips for AirPods Pro - Oaked Bitter Orange candle by Sydney Hale Co. - Quay Total Vibe sunglasses in green / brown - Madewell pull-on shorts - Favorite TikTok accounts: @snackqween, @catben, @567broadway, @jackieaina, @cost_n_mayor (be advised that you may occasionally hear some lively language) - I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet by Shauna Niequist Sponsors: - Noom - Evite - KiwiCo (use this link for 30% off your first month plus free shipping) - Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first purchase)

We both had lively weekends - Parents' Weekend for Mel, a John Mayer concert and Daddy's birthday celebration for me - and you're gonna get a recap of all of the above. We have some thoughts about concert couples and late-night fast food and the sweetness of being with family.We also revisit the topics of doom piles and radishes, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- John Mayer Sob Rock tour- Randall King- John Mayer's "In the Blood"- Weidmann's- Sheseido Full Lash & Brow serum- Wallaby Aussie style Greek yogurt in vanilla bean- New June's Journey teams with podcast listeners: Big Boo Detectives 2 and Big Boo Podcast Fans- turquoise squash blossom necklace- clear stadium bag- linen button down shirt- Gold Bond crepe corrector- Revision YouthFull lip replenisher Sponsors:- iwi Life (use promo code BIGBOO for 30% off your first purchase)- June's Journey - download on the Apple App Store or Google Play- Helix (use this link for up to $200 off your mattress purchase and two free pillows)- Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO16 for up to 16 free meals and three free gifts)

Since we recorded our last episode a few days early, it felt like we had lived ten lives when we sat down to record for this week. That's why you're going to hear about a wide array of topics, from which ride made me nauseous at Universal to how college kids don't like to commit to activities to when our family received a free gift in Georgia to why I experienced buyer's remorse over a new dress. A lot has happened, y'all. There's no Five Favorites this week - we're doing a quick graduation gift guide instead - but rest assured that we'll be back with Five Favorites next week. I think it'll be Melanie's turn. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop - Become a Patron Show Notes: - Harry Potter & the Forbidden Journey - Hagrid's Motorbike Adventure - Escape from Gringotts - Knight's in Dawson, GA - Duke Cannon men's toiletries - a delicious milkshake in Columbus, GA - John Mulaney From Scratch tour (not for the children) - John Mayer Sob Rock tour - "Landslide" - Zara Graduation Gift Ideas: - Allie & Bess bracelet stack - Kyle Cavan jewelry - Morgan Harper Nichols print - Dokotoo fuzzy fleece hooded cardigan - Lauren by Ralph Lauren Sanders antimicrobial monogrammed towels - Merrell men's hut moc (also in forest green, which is great) - beaded game day straps - embossed leather cord organizer - small umbrella and waterproof backpack cover - Grace Upon Grace, New Morning Mercies, and Live in Grace, Walk in Love - portable chair - dry erase board (I love this clear acrylic one) and dry erase markers - tool kit - Two Funny Girls grad gifts Sponsors: - Storyworth (use this link for $10 off your first purchase) - Thrive Market (use this link to join today and get 40% off your first order and a free gift worth over $50) - Prose (use this link for your free, in-depth hair quiz and 15% off) - Peloton

On this episode we touch on some topics that aren't necessarily typical for us, like Melanie's recent revelation about her dogs' theme songs and my recent theory about a vegetable that I believe to be on the come-up in the roasted vegetable world. As you might expect, this led to a discussion about the vegetables and/or fruit that have risen to culinary prominence over the last several years, and I don't know, maybe Melanie and I need some new hobbies. We also talk about Melanie's thoughts on The Gilded Age, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop - Become a Patron Show Notes: - Melanie's Instagram (the dog theme songs were in her stories, but maybe she'll make a highlight for us) - SEC Baseball Tournament tickets - Living Proof Dry Shampoo - Living Proof Advanced Clean Dry Shampoo - e.l.f. eyebrow pencil (in fairness, it is just a little bit over $4, so the bargain factor is big) - Anastasia Brow Wiz - Elyse Myers' roasted radishes video - Revitabrow - The Gilded Age - Recaps of The Gilded Age by Go Fug Yourself - Abbott Elementary on ABC - puzzling fashion collection - Kate's yellow dress - Target-Mins Magnesium with Silica 300mg - Bluetooth shower speaker - "Me and Bobby McGee" by Janis Joplin - Everything Sad Is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri - Alicia Keys / Athleta seasoft wide leg pant in raspberry fuschia Sponsors: - OSEA Malibu (use promo code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order) - iWi Life (use promo code BIGBOO for 30% off your first order) - Green Chef (use promo code BIGBOO130 to get $130 off plus free shipping) - Stamps.com (use promo code BIGBOO for a special offer that includes a four-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale)

If you're wondering this week if Melanie is over her spirit of grievance with the NCAA regarding the college basketball tournament, she's going to settle that question for you almost immediately after this episode starts. We also explore two new topics - doom piles and tantouring - and lament our complete lack of skill when it comes to organizing and applying make-up. It's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites, and you'll be delighted to hear that she comes up with a new slogan for arugula in the process. Take that, Whoop City.Hope y'all enjoy!- Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- doom piles- Things I Bought and Liked on Instagram- tantouring- Brooke Shield's skincare routine- Lemony White Bean Salad with Prosciutto- Time & Tru high rise denim shorts- square aviator sunglasses- CRZ yoga sports bra with back closure- Whitney boyfriend jeans (get 15% off with code MELANIE15)- our latest bonus episode with Kim Spradlin-Wolfe Sponsors:- Munk Pack (use promo code BIGBOO for 20% off your purchase)- Noom- Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first purchase)- KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO for 50% off your first month plus free shipping)

This bonus episode marks a first for us, and that's because our guest, Kim Spradlin-Wolfe, was actually a Survivor champion about ten years ago. This means she can claim some next-level mental and physical toughness, so suffice it to say that Melanie and I - as a couple of Enneagram 9s - are fascinated.Kim also has anew show coming out on HGTV, so we talk about that along with a fun project she and Melanie are working on. You're going to love listening to her, and we got such a kick out of having time to sit down and talk with her.We'll be back in a couple of days with our regular episode for the week (278). Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Kim Spradlin-Wolfe- Kim's Instagram- Kim wins Survivor - Kim's new HGTV show (and Perry does the landscaping!)- Chelsea Meissner's house that Kim designed- Morris & Co. wallpaper- House of Hackney wallpaper- Arhaus Furniture Sponsors:- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first order)- Reel (use promo code BIGBOO for 30% off your first order and free shipping)

Melanie is feeling so much better this week, and you'll be delighted to hear her back in her normal feisty form (particularly where NCAA basketball is concerned). We continue our discussion from a few weeks back about Whoop City (oh, it tickles me), and we also talk about my recent facial - not to mention how this past weekend's PJ Morton concert changed my life a little bit. But wait! There's more! Melanie has a new book recommendation for us, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Peter Burns- Whoop City- Sophie's March newsletter- The Retreat Day Spa in Birmingham- PJ Morton- "Melodies from Heaven" at the PJ Morton concert in Birmingham- Inventing Anna- Julia Garner's Inventing Anna accent - Unmissing by Minka Kent- Redeeming Love movie- Our Woman in Moscow by Beatriz Williams (this one is on Melanie's to-read pile)- Everything Sad is Untrue (Patreon book club is March 21st for the $8 level)- pearl(-ish) hoop earrings- Vanilla Bean Oikos Greek yogurt with Purely Elizabeth Coconut Cashew granola- spring sets - Ava & Viv velour top and velour shorts and Who What Wear lime green sweatshirt and terry lounge pants- air fryer breakfast tostada (9 minutes in air fryer on 375)- Anna Mae Groves on IG- Our latest bonus episode with Kari Kampakis Sponsors:- June's Journey (download in the Apple App Store or on Google Play)- iwi Life (use code BIGBOO for 30% off your first purchase)- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts)- Helix (use this link for up to $200 all mattress orders and 2 free pillows)

On this week's bonus episode Melanie and I talk with our friend Kari Kampakis. Kari, who lives in Birmingham and is the author of four books, just so happens to be one of our favorite Instagram follows. The mom of four daughters and a graduate of The University of Alabama, Kari has so much wisdom to share about friendship, the dynamics between moms and daughters, the power of being vulnerable and going first - and so much more. Her words are such an encouragement!This isn't the only time you'll hear from us this week; we'll be back in a couple of days with our regular episode, so we'll talk to you again then!Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Kari's Instagram- Kari's website- Kari's Twitter- Kari's books- Kari's new book, More Than A Mom (you can pre-order now!)- 1883- Cobra Kai- Olexa's Cafe in Birmingham Sponsors:- Peloton- Olive and June

Our friend Melanie is still under the weather, but once again she pushed through like a champion so we could get this week's episode handled. And listen - if you like a coherent train of thought, we should probably apologize. We talk about the condition of our eyelashes and the cost of streaming services and what we've been watching and the new sneakers that we both love. Plus, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites, which is always a treat. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop - Become a Patron Show Notes: - June's Journey - Revitalash - MACStack mascara - The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel - The Gilded Age - Inventing Anna - The Dropout - PJ Morton - PJ Morton's Gumbo Unplugged Live - The Keeper of Happy Endings by Barbara Davis - New Balance 327s (note from Sophie: I got the moonbeam and madras orange from Urban Outfitters) - St. Tropez self tan bronzing face mist - Colsie terry french joggers + matching sweatshirt + shorts - Bakers Brigade Mexican Hot Chocolate cookies - Melanie's quarterly-ish newsletter Sponsors: - Thrive Market - use this link for 40% off your first order and a free gift worth over $50 - Prose - use this link for your free, in-depth hair quiz and 15% off your first order - Framebridge (use promo code BIGBOO to save an additional 15% percent off your first order)

A few months ago Melanie and I decided it would be fun to have conversations with a few of our favorite Instagram influencers, and we're kicking that off today with this BONUS EPISODE. We're talking with Caroline from Lucky Peacock Designs, and you've no doubt heard us mention her on the podcast one or 78 times. Caroline posts lots of beautiful interior design pictures, and she's also an amazing curator of great finds from Amazon, Target, and Walmart - among other places. We talk in this episode about Caroline's love for estate sales, her best advice for shopping estate sales, her Round Top Antique Week suggestions, and how to throw a killer Three's Company-themed cocktail party. Plus a bunch of other stuff. She's a delight! Hope y'all enjoy - and we'll be back later this week with Episode 276! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Lucky Peacock Designs on Instagram- Helen Corbitt Cooks for Company - Caroline's estate sale source- oyster plates- Marburger at Round Top Sponsors:- OSEA Malibu (use promo code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order)- Daily Harvest (use this link to get up to $40 off your first order)

It was a big show choir weekend for the Hudsons, so Melanie and I talk about that as well as her current upper respiratory infection and the fact that Caroline was home for the weekend and set some personal sleeping records. Frankly I respect it.We also discuss a couple of new things Melanie has watched, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Plus, you'll be delighted to know that Melanie has an exciting hat update. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- man cold- homemade medicine ball- livestream link to Radica's show choir performance (this links directly to our school's show - but be forewarned that the sound isn't great) - Julie from The Real World- The Real World Season 1- The Real World Homecoming Season 1- Can You Keep a Secret? (not family friendly)- CODA- Our first Patreon live stream (available to $8 Patreon subscribers)- Our first Patreon book club book: Everything Sad is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri- Wordle - Quordle- Nerdle- Big Momma Too - another Big Boo team on June's Journey- Melisa high-rise pull-on flares by Sofia Vergara - $24.50- Third Love Deco Lace Demi Bra (and if you've ordered from Third Love before and our discount won't work, this link will go straight to the bra style)- Tillamook grated cheese (the Triple Cheddar is our favorite)- Aerosoles Ronnie loafers- palazzo sequin pants- waterproof UV boonie hat Sponsors:- Moms Into Fitness (use promo code BIGBOO for 50% off for 3 months)- Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts)- Stamps.com (use promo code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale)- Reel (use promo code BIGBOO to get 30% off your first order)

IT'S COLLEGE BASEBALL SEASON, EVERYONE, and you will likely hear the joy in our voices as we talk about opening weekend for the Bulldogs and the Aggies. Plus, Melanie has some TV news to share, and we even do a little analysis about generational differences in parenting. Also, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites - but not before she tells us about a critical spring accessory she's trying to find.Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Whoop City- The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel- Maid- Marry Me- Vuori Daily Leggings- Nike Blazer low platform sneakers- Universal Thread platform heels- Cozy Notch Collar cardigan ($32)- Caslon rounded v-neck t-shirt ($19) Sponsors:- KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO to get 50% off your first crate line and free shipping)- Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first purchase)- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)- Munk Pack (use promo code BIGBOO for 20% off your purchase)

Well, if you were hoping to listen to a podcast episode where you can hear about a baptism and a show choir competition, today is your lucky day. Melanie and I talk about both of those things - and also throw in some discussions about Mel's beloved new green juice, my reactions to a few Melanie-recommended products that have prompted me to "Add to Cart," and Mel's new favorite romantic comedy. What variety, right? What a time. As a side note, I would just like to mention that college baseball starts this week (all the hand clap emojis!), and just in case you're wondering, it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop - Become a Patron Show Notes: - Bakery Lorraine in San Antonio - Gate 12 in College Station - Revlon So Fierce! mascara - Skin by Blair tonic - Thrive Causemetics' Overnight Sensation Brightening Mask - Thrive Causemetics' Defying Gravity eye cream - Free People Arden tees - Kenra Volume Spray 25 - Pavoi 50mm hoops - Illume Woodfire candle - Nate Bargatze - Brian Regan - I Want You Back on Amazon Prime - The Stolen Marriage by Diane Chamberlain - The Tinder Swindler on Netflix - OROBAY Apple watch band in pink sand - Draper James Tretorns - Musee Sweet Orange & Sunflower Shower Steamers - Trader Joe’s Organic Elote Corn Chip Dippers (also: Aldi Mexican Street Corn Big Dipper Corn Chips) - Sonix Square Oversized Fashion Sunglasses Sponsors: - Best Fiends (download in the App Store or on Google Play) - Helix - use this link for up to $200 off all mattress orders and two free pillows - Thrive Market - use this link to get 40% off your first order and a free gift - Third Love - use this link to get 20% off your first order

In this episode Melanie updates us on her hot roller situation and also shares some shocking information re: Perry's feelings for a widely beloved vegetable. I'm still not over it.On top of that, you won't be at all surprised to hear us discuss Jimbo Fisher's apparent affection for the word "clown," and I offer some exciting June's Journey news. Finally, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Ted Lasso season 2- Family Savvy's Cajun Shrimp & Cheese Grits- Family Savvy's Southwestern Tortilla Soup- Melanie's new hot rollers- Sweet Magnolias on Netflix- Karen Howell on Twitter- Somebody Somewhere on HBOMax- Jimbo Fisher's NIL response- June's Journey- Jordan Chiles' perfect 10 floor routine- I, Tonya- PAVOI gold hoop, 50mm (less than $15)- Wool dryer balls- Lucky Peacock on Instagram- iPhone heart case- Nike Club fleece sweatshirt- Donna frayed hem medium wash flare jeans- New $8 tier on Patreon (2 bonus episodes plus a live episode every month)- Cheer Season 2 Sponsors:- Framebridge (use promo code BIGBOO to save 15% off your first order)- Outschool (use promo code BIGBOO for $15 off your first class)- Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts)- Prose (use this link for your free, in-depth hair quiz and 15% off your first order)

We recorded this episode waaaaaaay later than normal - like just a few hours ago - so I'm a little pressed for time in terms of an engaging description. :-) Let's just go with this: skincare procedure thoughts, my 8-wing is fully engaged in a situation at our school, and Melanie has watched some television. Please do enjoy. - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- what's going on with Sophie's (beloved) former boss (this is good background reading)- the rally for Shawn this past Sunday- the time Shawn showed up at our house to move a tree out of our driveway- Shawn's latest book- Melanie's beloved Opal icemaker- Peyton Manning on SNL- Paris in Love- The Gilded Age- H&M wide-cut blouse- Solo Bonfire stove ($80 off right now)- Yebba - "Age of Worry"- Aerie Cozy Up cardigan - only $38.97- Diva detergent (this is my favorite)- Laundry Sauce- Our Patreon (the 2nd tier will be available on Friday, February 4th for $3 additional dollars)- Our Patreon skin care episode Sponsors:- Reel (use promo code BIGBOO for 30% off your first order)- Stamps.com (use promo code BIGBOO for a free four-week trial plus free postage and a digital scale)- Munk Pack (use promo code BIGBOO for 20% off your purchase)- OSEA Malibu (use promo code BIGBOO for 10% off)

This week Melanie shares the details of her vampire facial (which is a sentence I never thought I would write). We also talk about our respective weekends, and I share what I feel is an exciting new career path that I've discovered.I take on 2020Boo and 2020Woo (I'm not exactly sure how to type those) on this episode, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Miracol Booster by Merle Norman- Opal ice machine- Jos. A. Bank- Cavender's Greek seasoning- Redken Hot Sets Thermal Setting Mist- Katherine's Instagram account- Passion 2022 playlist on Spotify - To the Ends of the Earth- David Crowder - Milk & Honey- Zella Restore soft pocket leggings Sponsors:- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first order)- KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO to get 50% your first month plus free shipping)- Pretty Litter (use promo code BIGBOO for 20% off your first order)- Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts)

On this week's episode Melanie and I discuss Caroline's return to College Station along with all the ways I've been living my best home improvement life. And then, because we like to tackle the big problems, we talk about our need for a better shoe system in our closets. As you do. While Melanie does have an exciting skin care development, she unfortunately has sad situation to report as far as her personal ice situation is concerned. Thankfully, however, she is not without ice hope. We wrap up with Five Favorites and a 202Boo (don't worry - we'll get the sequence of these things figured out; we are, as always, slow to come up with a system). Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Benjamin Moore Hale Navy- Melanie's beloved Opal ice maker- Farmacie Green Clean Makeup Meltaway cleansing balm- Cheer season two on Netflix- ODODOS crossover leggings (the gray are the softest ever)- Whole Foods Top of the Morning muffins- Lululemon Now & Always pouch- Oliver Thomas Kitchen Sink Duffle- Illume candle in Woodfire (order from Bloom & Petal or Amazon) Sponsors:- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)- Best Fiends (download in the Apple App Store or on Google Play)- Third Love (use this link for 20% your first purchase)- Jesus Listens (available wherever books are sold)

We waited until after the National Championship game (congrats, Georgia Bulldogs!) to record this episode, so naturally we talk about the game and all the reasons why we felt like it was the best of college football. We also discuss Melanie's weekend with Caroline and her college friends, plus a new kind of exercise I recently tried for the first time. On top of that, we offer our thoughts on the Duchess of Cambridge's 40th birthday portraits, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop - Become a Patron Show Notes: - Bowls, bowls, all types of bowls - Sally O'Malley kick and stretch and kick - Yellowstone - Emily in Paris renewed - 40th birthday photographs of the Duchess of Cambridge - Mario Testino's photographs of Diana - Kate in the gold dress - ANRABESS long-sleeve v-neck sweater - microfiber cleaning cloths - H&M v-neck satin blouse - high waist bell bottom yoga pants - Charlotte Tilbury Magic cream Sponsors: - Helix (use this link for up to $200 off mattress orders and two free pillows) - Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO16 for up to 16 free meals and 3 free gifts) - Jesus Listens (available wherever books are sold) - Framebridge (use the promo code BIGBOO to save an additional 15% off your first order)

Well, we're kicking off 2022 with some on-brand audio issues (this time on my end - because my microphone didn't connect to Zoom and I didn't think to check it), so we hope that will be a comfort to you. Since we didn't realize that I sounded like I was talking in a canyon, we still enjoyed some lively discussions about home deer and the Chick-fil-A drive-thru and #lowlevelgoals.We also share some thoughts about bowl games, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Passion Conference - Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream- Matt Corral's injury- Duke Actually by Jenny Holliday- Emily in Paris on Netflix- Maid on Netflix- Love Hard on Netflix- The Lost Daughter on Netflix- Caraway Dutch oven- Family Savvy's Southwest Tortilla Soup- Trader Joe's chipotle black bean dip- Target fleece cardigan and jogger set- On sale Align leggings in 23", 25", and 28" (note that most of these are Final Sale)- @enneagramashton Sponsors:- Stamps.com (use promo code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale)- Prose (use this link for your free hair consultation and 15% off)- Thrive Market (use this link for 40% off your first order and a free gift) - Outschool (use promo code BIGBOO to save $15 off your child's first class)

Well, it's a post-Christmas recap on this week's episode, complete with our thoughts about what we ate and what we watched and what we're looking forward to in this last week of the year. Also, Melanie shares her thoughts on the Aggies' bowl-game-that-wasn't, and she has a fantastic list of Five Favorites that resulted in me buying not one but two things before we even finished recording. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop - Become a Patron - 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Google Doc (all the links from both gift guides) Show Notes: - Cholula hot sauce - Tony Chachere's seasoning - Tre Trattoria in San Antonio - Red River Bloody Mary cashews - Frosted Mistletoe Margarita recipe - North Italia - Maid on Netflix (be aware that it deals with domestic violence and trauma, so it can be very difficult to watch) - Emily in Paris on Netflix - Nuderma skin therapy wand - Classic clogs - Smarty Pants vitamins - Melanie's beloved liver supplements - Athleta Coaster Luxe sweatshirt - Prois hunting clothes - Sorel Joan Explorer boots Sponsors: - Canva Pro (use this link for your free 45-day trial) - Pretty Litter (use promo code BIGBOO for 20% off your first order) - Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial)

It's our last episode before Christmas, and we spend some time lamenting our respective weather forecasts (that is to say: it's not going to be anywhere close to cold). Also, Melanie shares her recent Paris Hilton fascination as well as an update on Caroline's Christmas break.As always, we wrap up with Five Favorites (it's my turn this week). We hope y'all have the merriest Christmas! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron- 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Google Doc (all the links from both gift guides) Show Notes:- Dave Barnes- Lenox Eternal- Paris in Love - The Real Story of Paris Hilton - Aggies have a huge signing day- Emily in Paris- June's Journey- Essence Lash Princess mascara - $4.99- Athleta Coaster Luxe sweatshirt- Dave Barnes' Christmas EP- swivel armchair- Oikos blended Greek yogurt in strawberry Sponsors:- Munk Pack (use promo code BIGBOO at checkout for 20% off your first purchase)- Amazon Music (use this link to try Amazon Music Unlimited free for three months)- Noom (use this link to sign up for your free trial)- Ana Luisa

This past weekend Melanie went to a wedding and I went to an art exhibit, so clearly we are living Very Fancy Lives. Naturally we talk about All The Fanciness before I recap Alex's Christmas choir concert (a 2021 highlight for me) and we discuss our thoughts on bowl season / the College Football Playoffs.On top of all that, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites, which is always a delight. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron- 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Google Doc (all the links from both gift guides) Show Notes:- Beyond VanGogh- Alex singing "Frosty the Snowman"- college football bowl schedule- Bo Nix to the transfer portal- Zach Calzada to the transfer portal (this was announced right after we recorded)- a better way to tie a robe- Thin Optics- Grace Valentine- Stars Above flannel pjs- Stars Above cozy chenille robe- GAP men's vintage soft hoodie Sponsors:- Stamps.com (use promo code BIGBOO to sign up for a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale)- Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO14 for up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts)- Prose (use this link for a free, in-depth hair consultation and 15% off hair supplements)- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first order)

There wasn't as much college football this past weekend, but there was still plenty of real life to talk about, including how our dogs like to encourage us to take them for walks and what we've been watching lately. Plus, Melanie shares an interesting theory re: a favorite vegetable, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron- 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Google Doc (all the links from both gift guides) Show Notes:- Tortellini Soup with Italian Sausage and Kale- Julian's Pretzel Bread- The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill- Love Hard on Netflix- The Great on Hulu (Melanie says this is not family friendly viewing)- The Great British Baking Show on Netflix- @houseinhabit on Instagram- Athleta Whisper Featherless Parka- NARS Liquid Blush- Home Sweet Mahomes candle from Pickwick & Co.- Kork-Ease Elsie ankle booties- Mary's Gone Crackers Super Seed Everything- Melanie's Advent devotional, Waiting on Wonder Sponsors:- Best Fiends (download in the Apple App Store or Google Play)- Thrive Market (use this link to get 30% off your first order plus a free gift)- StoryWorth (use this link to save $10 on your first purchase)- Rothy's (use this link to get $20 off your first purchase)

It was a football weekend for the ages (well, maybe not for the Bulldogs and the Aggies, but anyway), so naturally we share our thoughts on All The Games. We also recap our Thanksgiving weekends and discuss the unexpected delight I experienced while doing a little Black Friday shopping.Of course there are some Side Eyes and I See Yous, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron- 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Google Doc (all the links from both gift guides) Show Notes:- Salt Fat Acid Heat buttermilk-marinated chicken (I cooked chicken breasts in the air fryer - three at a time for 20 minutes - on 390, flipped them, then cooked them for 10 more minutes before I used the meat thermometer to make sure the chicken was 180 degrees)- the Egg Bowl "injury" Melanie mentions- Michigan / Ohio State game- Auburn / Alabama game- Oklahoma / Oklahoma State game- Texas A&M / LSU- Coach O leaving his final press conference- Lincoln Riley going to USC- "Callin' Baton Rouge" played at Bedlam because of Lincoln Riley to LSU rumors- Pickwick & Co. Mahomes for the Holidays candle- Zimasilk pillow case- Lumineaux white strips- Dr. Gross Extra Strength Daily Peel- Twisted Pine Wreaths Modern Farmhouse Christmas wreath (and the Modern Christmas Hoop wreath too)- Lindsay Letters Holiday Prints- Melanie's Advent devotional, Waiting on Wonder Sponsors:- Amazon Music (use this link to try Amazon Music for free for three months)- Ana Luisa (use code BIGBOO for 10% off)- ThirdLove (use this link for 20% off your first order)- KiwiCo (use code BIGBOO for 50% off your first month plus free shipping)

It's no secret that Melanie and I share a love for Garth Brooks (remember: "every blessing is a curse, and every curse - is a blessing"), so we kick off this episode with a recap of the Garth show I saw at The Ryman this past weekend. We also talk about college football (of course) and the fact that Caroline is home for Thanksgiving.On top of all that, we break down a movie that we both loved, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all have a wonderful Thanksgiving! We are super grateful for each one of you. - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron- 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Google Doc (all the links from both gift guides) Show Notes:- Garth documentary: The Road I'm On- Geist in Nashville- David Allan Coe's "You Never Even Called Me By My Name"- "Backhome Ballers" on SNL- Mike Leach gets the game ball- King Richard - Melanie's new Advent devotional, Waiting for Wonder (available Friday, November 26th) - OPI Turn Bright After Sunset- Pilcro The Wanderer corduroy pants (be on the lookout for a Black Friday sale)- Trader Joe's Vegetable Masala burger- Zippo refillable hand warmers- R+Co Thickening Spray Sponsors:- Jesus Listens - available wherever books are sold- Noom - use this link to sign up for your trial- Prose - use this link for a free consultation and 15% off custom hair supplements- Munk Pack - use code BIGBOO for 20% off your first purchase

If you're wondering if we talk in this episode about Mississippi State's comeback win against the Auburn Tigers, you'd better believe we do - not to mention that we break down a big high school football milestone from this past weekend, and Melanie comes through with her side eyes and I see yous.We also discuss an exciting new cracker option and Adele's CBS special (this is going to be our topic for our last November Patreon episode, and we cannot wait). Plus, Melanie has Five Favorites this week. Enjoy, everybody! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron- 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Google Doc (all the links from both gift guides) Show Notes:- "Note to Self" by Ben Rector- SEC Shorts that made Melanie LOL even after a loss- Mississippi State's comeback against Auburn- Mike Leach dancing in the locker room- Trader Joe's Trail Mix crackers- Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar- Adele One Night Only- Erin Moon's Starting Drama in My Healthy Marriage playlist- Advanced Clinicals Turmeric Face Oil- Sheseido facial razor- Jones Road Miracle Balm (Melanie uses bronze)- Laneige Glowy Lip Balm- Erika boots (get 25% off with code MELANIEBF25) Sponsors:- Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first order)- Storyworth (use this link for $10 off your first purchase)- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO14 for up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts)- Best Fiends (download in the Apple App Store or on Google Play)

We kick off this episode with an Alex update and then follow it up with a Caroline / College Station update. Melanie also recaps her time at the A&M / Auburn game and shares a few side eyes and I see yous before she fills us in on the latest with Mabel.As always, we have Five Favorites (my turn this time) - complete with my personal jeans philosophy for colder weather. Enjoy, everybody! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron- 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Google Doc (all the links from both gift guides) Show Notes:- Marty & McGee from the SEC Network at Caroline's Texas barbecue class- Achane's teammates pick him up after a fumble- Arkansas' kicker comforts State's kicker- Brooks Glycerin 19- Cowl Neck Tunic Top- Hummingbird Farms Lavender Citrus Heavy Cream- The Oprah Conversation with Will Smith- Donna High Rise ankle skinnies in regular sizes (on sale) and plus sizes Sponsors:- Stamps.com (use promo code BIGBOO for a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale)- Rothy's (use this link for $20 off your first purchase)- Third Love (use this link for 20% off your first order)- Ana Luisa (use promo code BIGBOO to get 10% off)

It was a weekend-o-wins on the football front (well, Texas A&M had a bye week, so that just means Melanie was extra relaxed), so naturally we had lots to talk about in this episode regarding The Sports. Plus, Melanie shares an update on Mabel, who has spent the last several days getting some really good care at the vet (we love you, Mabes). There's also some closet clean-out news (Mel's favorite, as y'all know), and, as always, Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron- 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Google Doc (all the links from both gift guides) Show Notes:- AP Top 25- Laura Rutledge- Tom Hart, Jordan Rodgers, and Cole Cubelic (this is a great article on the SEC's very best broadcasting team)- Once Upon a Wardrobe by Patti Callahan - Lindsay McCaul's new song "Come O Lord"- Thrive Causemetics Defying Gravity eye lifting cream- Amazon Essentials soft touch hooded pullover sweater- Forever 21 quilted zip-up jacket (this is a great gift for teenage girls, too) Sponsors:- KiwiCo (use this link for 50% off any crate line plus free shipping)- Helix (use this link for up to $200 off all mattress orders and two free pillows)- Thrive Market (use this link to get $20 off your first order and a free gift)- Hello Fresh (use the code BIGBOO14 for up to 14 free meals and 3 free gifts)

Melanie and I cover some ground in this episode; we move from our respective trips to Trader Joe's to Alex's Senior Night to college football (side eyes! I see yous!) to the second part of our holiday gift guide. You'll find all the links in our show notes, but if it's easier for you, you can also find the gift guide links in this Google doc. And on top of the gift guide goodness, there's also a new round of Five Favorites (my turn this time). Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron- 2021 Holiday Gift Guide Google Doc (all the links from last week and this week!) Show Notes:- Defined Dish Mongolian Meatballs- Mike Leach on Halloween candy- OU's Rough Rider uniformsGift Guide for Women- Hotel Emma Milagros Room & Body Fragrance- Thymes All-Purpose Cleanser in Frasier Fir- Mahomes for the Holidays candle- When Change Finds You: 31 Assurances to Settle Your Heart When Life Stirs You Up by Kristen Strong- Kendra Dandy Christmas car dish towel- Natahlie Lete 12 Days of Christmas table runner and dish towel- Printfresh pajamas (Bagheera print) (a little bit of a splurge)- Sonder Los Angeles cutting board- Caraway Dutch oven (GORGEOUS) (also a little bit of a splurge)- set of square wine glasses- SP Circle Weekly Planning Bundle (perfect to help people get organized for the new year)- Debra Hewitt's Joy to the World Christmas collection- Selma ring by ABLE - 20% off with code BIGMAMA20- ABLE Rachel wristlet in spruce - 20% off with code BIGMAMA20- Natural Life Camp Quilt- UGG Shearling Slingbacks- Book of the Month book subscription- Olaplex Healthy Hair Essentials set- R&CO THICK gift set with Dallas products- Allie & Bess bracelets - use code MELANIE20 for 20% off until December 31- 3/4 sleeve Quilted Pullover Sweatshirt - just $25- Madewell Stembend Ear Jackets - just $12.50 as I'm typing this, but may go back to regular price soon- High Noon Market clutch walletsGift Guide for Men- Ice molds for cocktails and for water bottles- All-in Pants by Swet Taylor- Hey Dude Wally slip-ons- The MeatEater Fish & Game cookbook- Lacrosse Technology Weather Forecast Station- Ticketmaster gift card- StubHub gift card- LA Policegear flash light- Herschel Supply Co. Chapter dopp kit- customized Yeti mug- Columbia River folding pocket knife- This Worx car vacuum cleaner- Carfidant Ceramic Coating Spray Wax- Warthog knife sharpener- pickleball net set- Old Try letterpress prints- message board subscriptions for sports lovers- SPLURGE: Calphalon Performance Air Fry Convection Oven- SPLURGE: Kindle Paperwhite 2021 edition- BIG SPLURGE: MacBook AirFive Favorites- Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removal Cleansing Balm- Canva Pro - Terra & Sky Walmart sweater (plus size)- Air Fryer Buffalo Wings recipe- ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint with SPF 40 Sponsors:- Noom (use this link to sign up for your free trial)- Munk Pack (use promo code BIGBOO to save 20% off your first purchase)- Canva Pro (use this link to get your 45-day free trial)- Best Fiends (download on the Apple App Store or Google Play)

This is episode is chock-full-o-fun: a quick recap of our live show in Nashville, plus some reflections on this past weekend's college football activity (we need not speak of the State / Alabama game). Are there Side Eyes and I See Yous? OF COURSE THERE ARE. Also, we have the first installment of our Holiday Gift Guide on this episode - gifts for teenage girls and guys - because we know that in some instances shipping is taking a little longer. AND we have Five Favorites from Melanie - always a treat! Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop - Become a Patron Show Notes: - Coach O is leaving LSU - Cowboys beat the Patriots in OT - Things got heated in Knoxville Gift Ideas for Teenage Girls: - Kodak Printomatic Instant Camera - AE Offline The Hugger High-Waisted Flare Leggings - Marleylilly Packing Cubes - can get monogrammed - Gold initial layering necklace - Olive & June mani system - SPLURGE: Lily & Bean cosmetic straw vanity case - Aerie Kick It High-Waisted Flare Pants - weighted blanket - Old Navy plaid shacket - Maison Margiela Replica Discovery Set - Shelby Vafanis' scripture calendar (such a great stocking stuffer) - SPLURGE: Aviator Nation striped sweatpants and/or Aviator Nation trucker hats - Grace Upon Grace by Sophie - All in All by Sophie - Fearless Faith (for tween girls) by Melanie - Everyday Holy by Melanie Gift Ideas for Teenage Guys: - Mission Mercantile bird bags - NFL New Era 39 Thirty Flex hat - 47 Brand sports apparel - Old Navy flannel pajama pants - ENO Trail Flyer outdoor game - Hooded flannel shirt jacket - Duke Cannon Thick gift set - Duke Cannon Big A$$ Brick of Soap 3-pack - Survival Kit (great for a glove compartment) - SPLURGE: Sony Plus wireless headset (only for PlayStation) or Elite wireless headset (for several different platforms) (If you want all your links in a handy Google Doc, here's our working Gift Guide document...and we'll add next week's gifts to this same doc.) - locking magnetic clasp for layering necklaces - Parker & Hyde neoprene camo tote - The Pioneer Woman Cooks Super Easy cookbook - "Easy on Me" by Adele - the Walmart blazer that Melanie wore in the Nashville live show Sponsors: - Prose (use this link for your free, in-depth hair consultation and 15% off hair supplements) - Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 15% off your first order) - Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO14 for up to 14 free meals)

Naturally we kick off this week's episode with Melanie's recap of the A&M / Alabama game, which was all manner of memorable for her (and most people who love college football, I would add). We also break down other big match-ups from this past weekend, complete with Side Eyes and I See Yous. Plus, we discuss some recent TikTok fascinations (for me), and I share my Five Favorites. Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop - Live Show Tickets for October 16th (there's a livestream option now!) - Become a Patron Show Notes: - Patreon episode that's all about the A&M / Bama game - Alabama blocks A&M's punt - Achane runs back Alabama's kick-off - the Sarkisians' gameday pants (FANTASTIC) - the frozen chicken fillets from Aldi - The Defined Dish Pot Roast Chicken - Mordenmiss loose sweatshirt (sizes are limited, but the fabric is dreamy) - T-Fal 12" non-stick pan - Emily Mariko's salmon and rice dish on TikTok (I mispronounced her name on the episode; it's Mah-REE-ko. Just wanted to correct myself.) - Women's mid-rise wide leg sweater pants - Ninja XL Air Fryer (I don't like kitchen gadgets. I love this one.) Sponsors: - Rothy's (use this link to get $20 off your first purchase for a limited time) - Stamps.com (use promo code BIGBOO for a four-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale) - June's Journey (download in the Apple App Store or Google Play) - Noom (use this link to sign up for your free trial)

Since The Big Boo Bowl was this past weekend, we obviously have a few Mississippi State vs. A&M-specific things to discuss on this episode (spoiler alert: the game turned out to be an early birthday present for me). Melanie also offers her Side Eyes of the Week, along with a new segment that features the applause function on her little gadget that has primarily booed up until this point.We also talk about the Shankles' new phones and how I thought for a split second that P needed to talk to me this past Saturday. Plus it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites - always a delight.Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Live Show Tickets for October 16th (there's a livestream option now!)- Become a Patron Show Notes:- The Big Boo Bowl (A&M vs. Mississippi State)- The Bird- Tom Hart's tweet about Kyle Field- Grace Upon Grace journaling devotional (Sophie's new book)- Fearless Faith (Melanie's devotional book for tweens)- Instant Audience (what Mel uses to make the boo and applause sounds)- 24K Golden Undereye Patches- Farrah Melrose jeans- Madewell chunky small hoop earrings- Endless Praise album by Charity Gayle on Apple Music and Spotify- HeyNuts Hawthorn athletic high waisted leggings Sponsors:- Third Love (use this link for 20% off your first purchase)- Helix (use this link for up to $200 off your mattress purchase and two free pillows)- Thrive Market (use this link to get $20 off your first order plus a free gift)- KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO to get 50% off your first month plus free shipping)

It wasn't really a fantastic college football weekend for either of us, but we still have ourselves some laughs in this episode. After all, Caroline was home for a couple of days, Alex celebrated his senior homecoming, and Melanie assembled a fine assortment of side eyes as she watched Saturday's games. Also, you'll hear a clip of our recent Patreon conversation with our friend Ree Drummond, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Live Show Tickets for October 16th (there's a livestream option now!)- Become a Patron Show Notes:- A&M vs. Arkansas- State vs. LSU- Auburn vs. Georgia State- OU vs. West Virginia- The Pioneer Woman: Wedding on the Ranch- Ree's Marlboro Man Sandwich- Our full (over an hour!) Patreon episode with Ree- Free People Striped Voyage Shirtdress- Morning Glory Muffins - recipe from Family Savvy- Half Baked Harvest's Everything Ranch Cheese & Pretzel Snack Mix- Oversized Sweater Tunic (thanks, @eunamaes, for the heads up)- Restocking Videos on TikTok (here's a favorite) (and another favorite) Sponsors:- Helix (use this link for up to $200 off your mattress purchase and two free pillows)- Blenders Eyewear (use promo code BIGBOOVIP for 15% off)- Hello Fresh (use promo code BIGBOO14 for up to 14 free meals)- Storyworth (use this link for $10 off your first purchase)

On this episode we recap our time together at the first-ever Big Boo live event - and oh, was it ever a blast. We also share our college football thoughts, including Melanie's Side Eyes of the Week. If you kept up with State's game last weekend, her first side-eye will not surprise you.We also talk about Melanie's newfound proficiency at Snapchat, and she shares her Five Favorites.Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Hotel Emma in San Antonio - Milagros Fragrance Spray (a room spray and a body spray - and it is divine)- Recuerdos Fragrance Spray (the fall / winter version)- Tara Royer Steele- Live Show Tickets for October 16th (there's a livestream option that goes on sale Friday 9/24 at 10 central)- June's Journey- the controversial call in the State / Memphis game- Oribe Airbrush Root Touch-up spray- High Noon Market leather bags- Sheseido eyelash curler- Tarte Fake Awake eyeliner- Banana Republic pleat sleeve top - 50% off and $32.49 Sponsors:- Noom (use this link to sign up for your trial membership)- Prose (use this link for your free, in-depth hair consultation and 15% off custom hair supplements)- Munk Pack - use the code BIGBOO at checkout for 20% off- Best Fiends - download in Google Play or in the Apple App Store

There was oh-so-much college football to talk about on this week's episode, so we hit the ground running re: the Aggies and the Razorbacks and the Cy-Hawk game. Oh, and re: the cat at the Miami game because that rescue operation was, in Melanie's words, the play of the week.We also discuss our uncertainty about how to pose in some pictures we're having made (I'm traveling to Texas this Thursday), and Melanie recaps her recent visit to College Station. And if all that weren't enough (it probably is, but just pretend to be excited), it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope y'all enjoy! - Our Amazon Shop- Live Show Tickets for October 16th- Become a Patron Show Notes:- Texas A&M vs. Colorado- Cy-Hawk game- North Carolina State vs. Mississippi State- Texas vs. Arkansas- the cat at the Miami game- Arkansas vs. Ole Miss 4th and 25 in 2015- Aromatech Santal essential oil- Pickwick & Co. Mahomes for the Holidays candle (fresh fir and old world leather)- Only Murders in the Building on Hulu- OPI Grafitti Sweetie Infinite Shine nail polish- Lucky Peacock Designs- A New Day 3/4 Sleeve Quilted Pullover from Target- American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins Sponsors:- June's Journey - download on the Apple App Store or Google Play- Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOO14 for up to 14 free meals including free shipping)- Bitty Baby by American Girl (use promo code BIGBOO for 15% off; some exclusions apply)- Rothy's

College football is here, and we are here for it. On this episode we break down (some) of this past weekend's football news, including my Bulldogs, Melanie's Aggies, and the latest with Alex's high school team. What a time!We also talk about Hazel's most recent trip to the vet and some exciting Perry-related developments. Plus, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, y'all! - Our Amazon Shop- Live Show Tickets for October 16th- Become a Patron Show Notes:- McKenzie Milton- The Georgia fan with a "G" shaved in his chest hair- Biggest Cy-Hawk game ever- Next Door Life on Instagram- Aggie yell practice- Kim Spradlin Wolfe and HGTV - Aromatech Santal Oil- Frye Melissa Button boots (normally $378 but on sale for $149.99)- Two Funny Girls tailgate cups- Fashion Square aviator sunglasses- AE Offline high-waisted foldover flare leggings Sponsors:- KiwiCo (use promo code BIGBOO for 50% your first month plus free shipping)- Amazon Music (use this link to try Amazon Music Unlimited free for 30 days)- Native (use promo code BIGBOO to save 20% on your first purchase)- Thrive Market (use this link to join and get $20 off your first order and a free gift)