The Big Boo Cast

This week Melanie and I recorded at EIGHT FORTY IN THE AM, and you will hear that in our voices - no doubt about it. We talk about Caroline's Aggie Ring Day, their time at the A&M baseball game, and the latest with my kitchen.  We also discuss our live show wardrobe situation, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody!  - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show Show Notes: - Tyler Childers - starter mattress pad cooler - Two Funny Girls - "Mama my legs are sweatin'" - AE Perfect Cargo denim shorts - Bodega glasses - Frank & Eileen dupe - a set for the apples - Audiobook of Tom Lake - on sale on Libro.fm - Think Royln puzzle tote Sponsors: - That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs - use this link to listen and subscribe - Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 10% off your first order - Helix - use code HELIXPARTNER20 for 20% off your mattress order and two free pillows - AG1 - use this link for a free one-year supply of vitamin D3 & K2 plus five free travel packs

My microphone wasn't on for the first part of this episode (I PROMISE WE CHECK THESE THINGS, but computers / robots / user error / etc.), but thankfully Melanie's Official Look-at-the-Eclipse Break gave me time to correct the situation. In addition to the eclipse, we talk about college baseball, Kristen Wiig's skin, and the women's basketball championship game. We also discuss an encouraging, hopeful doctor's visit that Melanie recently experienced, and it's Mel's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show Show Notes: - Dawn Staley with organ music - Holly Rowe - State and Georgia's 8th inning situation - Zac Selmon's tweet  - our Patreon episode with Hayden Schott - Caden Sorrell's incredible catch - Dr. Harden in San Antonio  - Dr. Mary Claire Haver - Tom Lake by Ann Patchett - our Patreon book club book for May - Patreon episode about what we thought made people rich when we were little - Kristen Wiig in the Pilates sketch - Palm Royale - Carol Burnett and Kristen Wiig on The Kelly Clarkson Show - Surprised by Oxford on Amazon Prime - The New Look on AppleTV+ - PaperMate flair tip felt pens - TruBar vegan cookie dough protein bars - Naturium The Glow Getter body butter - Marc Fisher Gemmie sandals - AE Perfect Button-Up shirt Sponsors: - OSEA Malibu - use code BIGBOO for 10% off your first order - MasterClass - use this link for an additional 15% off an annual membership - AG1 - use this link for a free one year supply of vitamin D3 + K2 and five free travel packs with your first purchase - Storyworth - use this link to save $10 on your first purchase

This week Melanie and I ponder the never-ending nature of a kitchen clean-out, we celebrate (and, in my case, grieve) the latest college baseball developments, and we recap our very lovely Easter weekends. A fine time was had by all. We also discuss the high-quality Southern accents in a TV show we've both been watching, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, y'all! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show - Big Boo Live t-shirts for Birmingham   Show Notes: - "Bowls, bowls, all types of bowls" on SNL - Friendly Village china  - Fungo Golf with Hayden Schott - Palm Royale - Tate Taylor - Mr. & Mrs. American Pie (I got the book title wrong in the episode) - Only Murders in the Building - Melanie's BFF the ChiliSleep Cube - Aerie Vacay Everyday sweatshirt - Shark MessMaster one gallon wet/dry vacuum - Trü Frü - Makeup by Mario Master Mattes eyeshadow palette - brass wall sconces you don't have to wire Sponsors: - Green Chef (use code BIGBOO50 to get 50% off plus 20% off your next two months) - AG1 - use this link for a free one year supply of vitamin D3 + K2 and five free travel packs with your first purchase - ZocDoc - use this link to download the app for free - Honeylove - use this link for 20% off

This week Melanie has traveled to New Hampshire, we both traveled to the Land of Sports Pain, and we recap all of those literal and figurative trips in this episode (needless to say, the trip to New Hampshire was by far the most enjoyable). On top of that, I explain why we're tearing up my kitchen, and I share some very exciting oven news. We also discuss some TV shows we're enjoying, we ponder the wonder of baby leaves, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show - Big Boo Live t-shirts for Birmingham Show Notes: - Zach Bryan - Buying Beverly Hills - Palm Royale - wedges at Gus Mayer - George Strait at Kyle Field - Benefit Precisely My Brow ultra fine brow pencil - Chili Sleep Cube mattress sleep system - Naturium Glow Getter multi oil hydrating body wash - Glorify app - Morning in Mykonos espadrilles Sponsors: - AG1 - use this link for a free one year supply of vitamin D3 + K2 and five free travel packs with your first purchase - Lume - use code BIGBOO for $5 off your starter pack - Thrive Market - use this link for $30 off your first order plus a $60 free gift - Jenni Kayne - use code BIGBOO for 15% off your first order

It was a big weekend-o-sports for the Aggies and the Bulldogs, so naturally Melanie and I recap all the exciting developments before we catch up on the latest with the college kids (Caroline's spring break and Alex's 21st birthday). We also catch up on the latest with Kate, though admittedly we only know whatever TikTok has told us. Plus, Melanie has found a show that she enjoys, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show - Big Boo Live t-shirts for Birmingham Show Notes: - Aggies and Bulldogs are dancing - Big Boo Men's Tournament bracket group (password is maroon) - State run rules LSU in baseball - Nebraska has never won an NCAA tournament game (I should have specified this instead of saying "postseason," so I do apologize) - Jac Caglianone - Big Bend, Texas - Helen in Birmingham - Apples Never Fall on Peacock - Blair sweatshirt dress - Tazo wild sweet orange tea - MCS frames on Amazon - NYTimes Connections puzzle - Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump - Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara Sponsors: - Stamps - use code BIGBOO for a four-week trial that includes free postage and a free digital scale - Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 20% your first order - AG1 - use this link for a free one year supply of vitamin D3 + K2 and five free travel packs with your first purchase - Honeylove - use this link for 20% off

This week Melanie and I share some very exciting updates about my sore throat and her injured leg, so basically this is a medical podcast now. In addition to breaking science news, we talk about college baseball, Free People's declaration that it's microshorts season, and Melanie's big make-up / beauty product clean-out. We also discuss the fact that this week marks Alex's 21st birthday, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show Show Notes: - Aurora Greenway at the nurses' station - Hayden Schott - the Mother's Day picture that set the world on fire - Hotel Emma in San Antonio - Free People's microshorts declaration - Violette Bisou Blush in Ines (SH's current favorite) - Big Boo Live t-shirts for Birmingham - our talented graphic designer friend Lindsey - Bissel swivel upright vacuum - gold hoop earrings - Cami huarache wrap sandals - Swiss Gear expandable large soft side rolling bag - Wella Ulta repair miracle hair rescue Sponsors: - Helix - use code HELIXPARTNER20 for 20% off plus two free pillows - Reel - use this link for 30% off plus free shipping - Factor - use code BIGBOO50 to get 50% off - AG1 - use this link for a free one year supply of vitamin D + K2 and five free travel packs

On this episode Melanie and I discuss my recent trip to NYC: why Tedeschi Trucks Band is the best ever, all the wonderful things about the hotel where we stayed, and the fact that I found myself feeling actual feelings before we left Saturday morning. We also talk about Melanie's determination to clean her house and our current challenges with reading.  Plus, Melanie shares some thoughts about trying to figure out meals, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - Dallas Live Show Tickets for Friday, November 8th (now less than 20 remaining) - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show Show Notes: - Tedeschi Trucks Band - Days of Wine and Roses - Christine Baranski - Nom Wah Tea Parlor - 9-11 Memorial & Museum - The Wallace (ALL THE STARS) - ***Birmingham Live Show t-shirts*** - Somebody Feed Phil on Netflix - Libro.fm - The Gilded Age on HBO - Gus Mayer shoes, my beloved - two-tier lazy susan - Pilcro half-button tunic shirt - refrigerator deodorizer - Nonni's Biscotti - high-waisted chino shorts Sponsors: - ZocDoc - OSEA (use code BIGBOO for 10% off) - AG1 (use this link for a free year's supply of vitamins D3 & K2 plus 5 free travel packs with your first purchase) - Factor (use code BIGBOO50 for 50% off)

This week Melanie and I recap our travels (she went to Ft. Worth and College Station, I went to east Georgia) and talk about all the roasts I cooked last week. You'll hear more than you've ever wanted to hear about how much I love to chop things. Plus, we have some exciting live show info for the fall (!!!), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody!  - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show Show Notes: - Pepper Belly Pete's Mississippi Pot Roast - Erin Brockovich on Netflix - Pioneer Woman's mashed potatoes (This is so similar to what Mama used to do. Mama also heated her butter and 1/2 and 1/2 together before adding them to the potatoes - plus she added a cup of sour cream and about 3/4 cup of cooked bacon pieces with the cream cheese. Mama always used Yukon gold (didn't bother with peeling them), and she topped the casserole with a little butter and shredded cheddar before putting in the oven at 375.) - At Home in Birmingham (the store with the red currant & orange candles) - Union Gospel Mission Ft. Worth - The George in College Station - Heart of Acara Foundation - June's Journey - Dallas Live Show  (11/7) Ticket Info: If you are a Patreon subscriber, check Patreon on Friday 3/1 at 10AM central for the live show ticket link (you have to subscribe to see the post). If you aren't a Patreon subscriber, check Patreon on Monday 3/4 at 10AM central for the live show ticket link (you don't have to subscribe to see the post). - Daily Prayer & Gratitude journal - Simply Modern 40 oz. tumbler - Pura Hearth fragrance - Chambray denim Big Shirt $34 - Daily Practice side stripe track pants - (and here's the dress of Melanie's that we talk about during Five Favorites) Sponsors: - Jenni Kayne - use code BIGBOO at checkout to get 15% off - AG1 - use this link for a free year's supply of vitamin D3 & K2 plus ten free travel packs - Trust & Will - use this link for 10% off plus free shipping of your documents - Lume - use code BIGBOO for 15% off

Listen. My microphone. I'm just as sorry as I can be. Apparently I disconnected something before we recorded. So when you hear how I sound, just pretend I'm a DJ who's on from 6-10pm in the year of our Lord 1981. In this episode Melanie shares about a change in her workout routine, we talk about our weekends (as we do every episode), and I celebrate what I believe we can call an eyeshadow victory. Melanie also has an exciting face massage update, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show Show Notes: - Events at The Little Professor in Birmingham - Ovenbird in Birmingham - At Home in Homewood - Players on Netflix - ILIA liquid eyeshadow in Aura - Makeup by Mario eyeshadow palette - Jones Road The Best Eyeshadow in Chic - Vanderpump Rules - Throne of Glass - Anastasia Beauty Fascia on IG - New Balance 574+ in black - Daisy French Onion dip (and might I humbly suggest pairing with the Flamin' Hot Cheddar and Sour Cream Ruffles?)  - Libro.fm - Joyspun spring pajama pants - Cozynight king down alternative comforter  Sponsors: - Mosh - use this link to save 20% on a couple of great Mosh options - Stellar Sleep - use this link for a 7-day free trial and then just $99 / year - Factor - use code BIGBOO50 for 50% off - Honeylove - use this link for 20% off your order

This week Melanie and I discuss our thoughts on the Super Bowl (and commercials!), we share some very boring but enjoyable everyday life happenings, and Mel fills us in on Mabel's reaction to their new surround sound situation. We also include an excerpt from our recent live Patreon episode with Harrison Scott Key, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.  Enjoy, everybody!  - Join Us on Patreon   - Our Amazon Shop  - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show Show Notes: - State / Michigan Gator Bowl (actually in 2011) - Taylor's Super Bowl jeans - Post Malone's "America the Beautiful" - woman falls during Ludacris performance - Michael Cera and Cerave - the DunKings - Beyonce's Verizon commercial - Beyonce's "Texas Hold 'Em" - Scott Swift in all his Chiefs' merch - Leanne Morgan on "Quarterback" - our Patreon episode about The Bear - our Patreon live book club episode with Harrison Scott Key - Allie + Bess San Antonio stack and the brand new Melanie bracelet (get 20% off with code MELANIE20) - Saltair Santal Bloom body lotion - CRZ yoga long sleeve workout top - Grande Lash lash enhancing serum - Micquelle's Must Haves Sponsors: - AG1 - use this link for a free year's supply of vitamin D3 and K2 plus TEN free travel packs - Helix - use code HELIXPARTNER20 for 20% off and two free pillows - Reel - use code BIGBOO for 30% off your first order and free shipping - Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 20% off your first order

This week Melanie and I talk about our weekend travels / speaking events; I was in Laurel, Mississippi, and she was in College Station, which worked out really nicely for getting to spend some time with Caroline. Melanie also shares what will maybe be the Perry-est story you have ever heard, and I wax poetic about the Grammys.  As (almost) always, we discuss what we've been watching, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.  Enjoy, everybody!   - Join Us on Patreon   - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show Show Notes: - Laurel, Mississippi - The Scent Library - The Farmhouse in Laurel - Casa Mangiare in College Station - the colorful new rug - D's new foot massager - D's new neck massager - Tracy Chapman and Luke Combs - news about Taylor Swift's new album - Taylor throws shade with album name - American Nightmare on Netflix - Daisy Jones & the Six - Lessons in Chemistry on Apple+ - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show - Bone Marrow Donor Link - neck stretcher - Jalapa Jar fresh salsa - Adam Trest collection of prints - Susan Shaw compass toggle necklace - WOW Raise the Root Note: As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - Thrive Market - use this link for 30% off your first order plus a free $60 gift - ZocDoc - Trust & Will - use this link for 10% off and free shipping - AG1 - use this link for a free year's supply of vitamin D3 and K2 plus five free travel packs

This week Melanie and I discuss Taylor and Travis at the AFC Championship game, we recap our respective weekends, and Melanie shares P's strategy for a strong cup of hotel room coffee. That last thing may wind up changing my life a little bit. We also talk about a certain college sophomore's new hairstyle, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody!   - Join Us on Patreon (book club with Harrison Scott Key on January 30th)  - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show Show Notes: - Taylor and Travis post-game highlights - "The Search is Over" - House of Colour in Acworth, Georgia - Blue Bell Cinnamon Twist ice cream - Faherty Yellowtail Paloma duster (on sale plus an extra 30% off) - two-piece ribbed sweatsuit - So Soft turtleneck tunic - Dermalogica Phyto Nature Oxygen cream - Streams in the Desert Note: As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - OneSkin (use code BIGBOO for 15% off) - Stellar Sleep (use this link for your free 7-day trial, then just $99 / year) - Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOOFREE for free breakfast for life) - Jenni Kayne (use code BIGBOO for 15% off)

I'm editing this week in the Atlanta airport - a little bit of an "on the fly" situation in more ways than one - but in this episode Melanie and I talk about my trip to Charleston, her trip to College Station and Dallas, and her experience at the Aggie Women's Baseball Clinic.  We also discuss my recent binge-watching of The Traitors, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy!   - Join Us on Patreon (book club with Harrison Scott Key on January 30th)  - Our Amazon Shop - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show Show Notes: - Jason Kelce at the Chiefs' game - Aggie Rings - "Careless Whisper" - The Traitors on Peacock - Anastasia Beauty Fascia on IG - Instant Pot milk frother - OSEA Collagen Dream night cream - AE Dreamy Drape high-waisted cargo baggy jeans - Good Culture Double Cream cottage cheese - necklace holder tower thing-y - Melanie's heating pad cape - Sophie's heated hand massager Note: As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - Factor - use code BIGBOO50 to get 50% off - GoHenry - use this link to sign up today - AG1 - get a free one-year supply of vitamin D - Lume - use code BIGBOO for $5 off a starter pack

We recorded this episode on Monday afternoon, not long after our Birmingham live show very unexpectedly sold out really quickly, and Melanie and I were so incredibly grateful but also shellshocked. Maybe that's why I forgot to turn on my microphone when we recorded, and by the way, you're welcome for that. AUDIO EXCELLENCE. OUR HALLMARK. So all that to say, this week we talk about some things. And it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. We sure do love y'all.    - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - Live Stream Tickets for Birmingham Show - Nick Saban retires - our new Patreon episode with Cole Cubelic - Alabama fans leave gifts at Saban's statue - Kristen Saban Setas on Instagram - Ross Bjork (maybe) to Ohio State - Ohio State Dance "I Did It My Way" (jazz winner) - Minnesota Dance "Dream On" - Minnesota Dance pom (pom winner - this is the one with the squat turn) - LSU Dance "Annie Are You Okay?" (hip hop winner) - Bamboo on 2nd in Birmingham - Funk Outta Here playlist on Spotify - The Holdovers on Peacock - Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara - Mary Ruth's tumeric drops - Pumiey long-sleeve bodysuit - Nuuly - Armani Perfect Glow foundation - Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat lip liner in Hot Gossip Note: As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOOFREE for free breakfast for life) - Mosh (use this link for 20% off plus free shipping on your first six-count trial pack) - Thrive Causemetics (use this link for 20% off your first order) - Reel (use this link for 30% off your first order plus free shipping)

This week Melanie and I recap our delightful weekend in Birmingham and discuss my role as hype man during our shopping trip with Caroline (which, by the way, is a day I will hold close in my heart forever and ever). We also share info about tickets for our Birmingham live show, which is now officially official and will be here before we know it. On top of all that, we talk about some of the specific ways that 2024 is keeping it weird, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy!   - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - Helen in Birmingham - Ladybird Taco - Bettola in Birmingham - 18th Street in Homewood - Gus Mayer in Birmingham - Birmingham Live Show is Thursday, April 18th at 7:00pm - Live Show tickets go on sale Monday, January 15th for Really Fancy Patreon subscribers - Live Show tickets go on sale Tuesday, January 16th for Regular Fancy Patreon subscribers - Live Show tickets go on sale Wednesday, January 17th for all podcast listeners - The Harbert Center in Birmingham - Miami weirdness - Birmingham man gets stuck in an urn (this has some language if you have little ears around) - live tweeting of urn situation - man gets mad at American Airlines (lots of language in this one too) - Life with John Mayer on SXM 14 - Congratulations, Who Are You Again? by Harrison Scott Key - Amazon slim-fit tank tops - Pilcro mid-rise wide-leg jeans - Aerie Cozy Up waffle polo - Top It Off winter gloves (Ouida gloves) - Fish Hippie Brooker shacket Note: As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - ZocDoc - AG1 - use this link for a free one-year supply of vitamin D3 and K2 and five free travel packs with your first purchase - Helix - Thrive Market - use this link for 30% off your first order and a free $60 gift

It's a new year, and we're delighted to kick off 2024 with this new episode. Melanie and I talk about the most recent college football games, our words for the year, and the fact that we're going to see each other later this week. Plus I read a book that I absolutely loved, so you'll hear all about that.  We also discuss the situations we're both facing with our hair, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.   - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - Psalm 18:16-19 - Joni Taylor - Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara - creme brulee cheesecake - retro athletic socks - Clean Skin Club disposable towels - Navy hair care Swell styling and thickening cream - Jessica Simpson Lasharen platform pump - Allie + Bess Sophie trio bracelet (20% off with code MELANIE20) Note: As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - AG1 - use this link for a year's supply of vitamin D and K2 plus five free travel packs with your first purchase - Hello Fresh - use code BIGBOOFREE for free breakfast for life - Stellar Sleep - use this link for a free 7-day trial and then just $99 / year - Honeylove - use this link for 20% off

It was the merriest of Christmases for the Shankles and the Hudsons, so this week you'll hear us break down all the holiday festivities as well as chronicle our TV viewing (an area where Melanie and I both have excelled lately). Plus, there's an excerpt from our most recent Patreon episode with our most frequent podcast guest (by a country mile), our dear friend Travis Cottrell. Melanie also talks about a movie she didn't really enjoy, I talk about a movie I adored, we discuss air fryer strategies at length, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.  Hope you enjoy!   - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop Show Notes: - The Crown on Netflix - Wonka - Top Golf - The Color Purple - our full Patreon episode with Travis - Best in Show - Elise's boiled peanuts recipe - Helen in Birmingham - air fryer liners - Aldi chicken breast filets (sort of reminds us of CFA) (12 minutes in air fryer on 400, flip, 7 more minutes on 400) - Aldi brioche buns (we get the ones without sesame seeds) - Real Housewives Ultimate Girls' Trip RHONY Legacy - Victoria Beckham on Instagram - Kitchen Aid all-purpose shears - Free People colorful quilted vest - heated hand massager - Brother inkjet printer - prints of David Gate's poems - David Gate on Instagram Note: As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - Fabric - use this link to apply today - AG1 - use this link for a year's supply of vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase - Masterclass - use this link for a buy one, get one membership - Honeylove - use this link for 20% off - Storyworth - use this link for $10 off

This week you'll hear the riveting details of our Christmas grocery and meal planning, not to mention that we share a lot of strong feelings about meat (I'm just not interested) and seafood (Melanie's not interested). Thankfully though we are both very interested in TV right now, so we talk about that too. Finally, consider yourself warned that we might slightly overshare our feelings about the dynamic between Kathy Hilton and Paris Hilton in Paris in Love. We have so many thoughts about it. Plus, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Except it's really Four Favorites this week. It'll all make sense when you listen. Enjoy, everybody!   - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop - 2023 Big Boo Holiday Gift Guide  Show Notes: - Paris in Love on Peacock - Starstruck on HBO - The Color Purple - The Gilded Age on HBO - The Crown on Netflix - Joy to the World Christmas sign - Threshold Cedarwood Musk candle - GAP soft sweater pants - Color WOW Money hair masque - Patreon Really Fancy Live Q&A this month: December 19th at 8:30pm central - Patreon Really Fancy Live Book Club in January: January 30th at 8:30pm central As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - Lume (use code BIGBOO for $5 off a starter pack) - Prose (use this link for 50% off your first subscription order) - ZocDoc - KiwiCo (use this link to get your first month free on any crate line)

This week Melanie and I discuss how I have resumed my travels with June and her journey, Mel's status with games on her phone, and all the TV I've been watching. Plus Melanie shares about a whole new area of interest for Perry and catches us up on her gift wrapping festivities with Gulley. 'Tis the season, etc. We also talk about what's coming up on Patreon (a special announcement about January book club!), and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy!   - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop - 2023 Big Boo Holiday Gift Guide  Show Notes: - June's Journey - The Gilded Age on HBO - American Symphony on Netflix - Soul - French Onion Sliders for a Crowd - Pioneer Woman's Twice-Baked Potatoes - chispas - Time article about Taylor Swift - Merrily We Roll Along - "Love on Top" video - Patreon Really Fancy Live Q&A this month: December 19th at 8:30pm central - How to Stay Married by Harrison Scott Key - Patreon Really Fancy Live Book Club in January: January 30th at 8:30pm central - Craftspring ornaments  - Away large flex suitcase - Alix Earle selfie light - Boot Rescue wipes - The Wanderer bag Note: As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - AG1 - use this link for a free one-year supply of vitamin D and five free travel packs - OSEA - use code BIGBOO for 10% off - Mosh - use this link for 20% off plus free shipping on your first six-count trial pack - Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 20% off your first purchase

This is the maybe the closest Melanie and I have ever cut it in terms of getting an episode out on time, but travel has interfered with our recording schedule this week. The good news, though, is that we had a lot of catching up to do, and recording an episode is a fine way to do that. We cover a lot of ground - my trip to NYC, the kids getting home for Christmas, and our continued deep thoughts and feelings about Taylor and Travis. We also talk about what we have coming up in our January book club on Patreon, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody!   - Join Us on Patreon  - Our Amazon Shop - 2023 Big Boo Holiday Gift Guide  Show Notes: - Foods of NY Tours (Bert was our guide - and the Nolita tour was so much fun) - Merrily We Roll Along (I'm still not over it - my goodness) - Starstruck on Max - Taylor and Travis according to People - funky New York style - our pretend holiday party episode on Patreon - my Sporty Spice outfit from Anthropologie - my aspirational sequined dress - Sharon Hodde Miller on Instagram - How to Stay Married by Harrison Scott Key - jeffreymixed Instagram account - Nest Hearth Pura fragrance - Taylor Swift watercolors - retro stripe tube socks - Ranger Station Leather & Pine candle Note: As Amazon and LTK affiliate members, we earn income from qualifying purchases.   Sponsors: - Stamps (use code BIGBOO for free postage, a four-week trial, and a digital scale) - Helix (use this link and code HELIXPARTNER20 for 20% off) - Hello Fresh (use code BIGBOOFREE for free breakfast for life) - Prose (use this link for 50% off your first subscription order)