The Big Boo Cast

On this week's episode, Melanie and I are gearing up for our Birmingham Live Show (so much planning for a couple of Enneagram 9s). We discuss the latest in college baseball for the Aggies and the Bulldogs, of course, along with my recent two-trips-to-Starkville-in-one-day, Melanie's packing preparations, and our Birmingham post-live show plans. We also talk about a recent discovery that is really working for Mabel, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon Shop If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: A&M sweeps LSU in Baton RougeState sweeps South CarolinaTomas ValinciusDachshund Derby in StarkvilleVisual ComfortNell KoopmanTolkien and Lewis with pipesGus MayerAt Home in HomewoodChris McMillan The Glassy Smooth blowdrying sprayOffline by Aerie Keep it 100 terry trouserBlue Lagoon algae maskEucalyptus & Evergreen candleHSIA strapless bra Sponsors: HungryrootBoll & BranchMint MobileDrink LMNT

Well, it was the best of college baseball times for Melanie, the could-be-better of college baseball times for me, but thankfully it was happiness all the way around when we got to go to Nashville together last week. On this episode we talk about all of the above - plus our weekends, my time in Houston, and Melanie's quest for new towels. We hope you'll enjoy a special appearance by an Alamo Heights lawn mower (I did my best to edit it out, but it was a force stronger than Garage Band), and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Thanks for listening, y'all! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: A&M gets it done against TexasState's series against Tennessee is painTom HartHayden SchottOur most recent Patreon episode with Hayden SchottTravis CottrellAnnie DownsDavid Thomas & Sissy GoffButcher & Bee in East Nashville"People Need the Lord"The Alabama Solution on HBOMaxGus MayerAt HomeBPC-15massage matsWe Might Just Make It After All by Elyce AronsFrances ValentineJulian Gold in San AntonioSnooz noise machineLittle Leaf Farms baby crispy green leaf lettucePilcro wide-leg ruffle pull-on pantsMaeve relaxed bubble hem shirtTexas white sheet cake Sponsors: OSEA MalibuAG1HelixThrive Market

On this episode Melanie and I recap our Easter Sundays, I share about my recent trip to Montgomery, Alabama, and Melanie fills us in on a recent plumbing situation in the Shankle house. The excitement never stops. We also discuss our thoughts about the Final Four's music offerings, how Mabel is doing, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: hair catchers for drainsLegacy Sites in Montgomery, ALPerennial in MontgomeryElevation Hotel in MontgomeryStrangers by Belle BurdenDavid Thomas and Sissy GoffStripe & Stare pajama bottomsdibs Desert Island duomulti-colored square wine glassesk18 molecular leave-in hair maskSteve Madden Lexie heels Sponsors: Boll & BranchHungryrootZocDocBranch Basics

It's been a sad week in the Shankle house - they had to say good-bye to their beloved Piper - so on this episode Melanie talks about how they're doing (and how Mabel is doing, too). Over here at the Hudson house, we've had a full week in very different ways, and I break down all of that (including my first-ever visit to a podiatrist, because glamour). We also discuss Melanie and P's night out at a Nate Bargatze show, the latest with the Aggies and the Bulldogs and college baseball, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: Nate BargatzeAggies sweep MissouriBulldogs sweep Ole Missending of UConn / Duke gameTodd WalkerVandy walks off Tennessee in every game of the seriesLadybird TacoKirkland Organic Spinach & Cheese RavioliILIA Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon & PencilPioneer Woman measuring cupsStrangers: A Memoir of Marriage Le Balmour friend Katherine Cubelic Sponsors: Trust & WillFirst DayHoneyloveThrive Causemetics

On this week's episode we discuss Melanie's big, fun, eventful weekend in College Station and Round Top as well as my much more home-focused weekend (that is to say: kinda boring but delightful). Mel details all the charms of the Junk Gypsy Prom, and - well, I probably talk way too much about pizza dough and asparagus. We also (naturally) discuss the latest in college baseball, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream TicketsHeleninfo@helenbham.com If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: our Big Boo Memory Lane episodes on PatreonLadybird TacoMississippi State sweeps VanderbiltTrader Joe's Unexpected CheddarSophie's pizza dough recipeA&M drops series to GeorgiaMississippi State sweeps VanderbiltChicken Salad ChickJunk Gypsy PromRachel ZoeBlue Hills at Round TopBjörkstam Hat Co.The Arbors at Round TopNell Koopman ArtHigh Noon MarketDelamora DesignsA&M exits March MadnessLemme Creatine GummiesCarmen linen shirt dressBP 157 peptide capsulesUBeauty The Sculpt Neck & Decollete treatmentCompany 5 compass necklace Sponsors: Bubs NaturalsAG1Drink LMNTBoll & Branch

On this week's episode Melanie and I process the latest SEC baseball developments as well as talk through the events of our respective weekends (Melanie shopped for jean shorts and I had a really bad headache, so clearly it was some top-notch excitement). On top of that, I share some June's Journey news, and we dig into our feelings about Mary Janes. Melanie also offers her thoughts on a Netflix show I mentioned several weeks ago, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'all enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream TicketsHeleninfo@helenbham.com If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: Mississippi State at ArkansasTexas A&M at OklahomaAggies and Sooners get chippyA&M a 10-seed in March MadnessState walks off Tennessee in softballArkansas wins SEC basketball tourneyHarry Styles: One Night in Manchester on Netflix"Everybody Wants to Rule the World" - Harry StylesBubs CollagenJunk Gypsy PromSNL sketchJune's JourneyDolce Vita Julio slidesShrinking on Apple TV+Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model on NetflixLED teeth whitening kitKut from the Kloth camo high rise wide leg barrel pantsScarlet & Gold gingham mock neck State sweatshirtAE super high-waisted relaxed denim shortmeat loaf panGAP shorts that Melanie mentions Sponsors: Mint MobileDrink LMNTThrive MarketLaundry Sauce

Melanie and I recorded this week's episode approximately four minutes after I walked in the door from our family Spring Break trip, so you'll hear all about said trip (so many rollercoasters) as well as Caroline's travel woes and Melanie and P's night out at a concert. We also discuss college baseball (because of course), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Ticketsinfo@helenbham.com If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: Universal OrlandoscopolamineVelocicoasterHarry Potter and the Battle at the MinistryDonkey Kong Mine Cart MadnessGrace ValentineNEEDTOBREATHEBre KennedyLove Story on HuluA&M and LSU go to triple overtimeLemme Tone metabolism gummiesStila liquid eye shadowGAP Ultrasoft denim horseshoe overallsTakeya Actives water bottleBuck Mason white slub easy crew Sponsors: HungryrootOSEAAG1Helix

Well, Melanie has been to Dallas, I have been to Auburn, and we have both watched our fair share of college baseball in our ongoing efforts to keep up with the Aggies and the Bulldogs. Naturally we talk through our most memorable moments from the weekend, including a Popeye's experience that I'll hold near and dear to my heart forevermore. We also talk about what we've been watching and listening to, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream TicketsHeleninfo@helenbham.com If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: Mississippi State vs. UCLA in baseballBrian O'Connoralas, USM took the Tuesday night gameThere(4) GatheringLaLaLand CafeThe Graduate in AuburnElla and AubieBridgerton on NetflixGood Hang with Amy Poehler and Carol BurnettTuesday Date NightThe Heir Apparent by Rebecca ArmitageNike Vomero Premiumheavy duty metal tongswide leg pants with crochet detailAerie Go-To sweatshirtpeppermint dish soapSponsors: Branch BasicsZocDocThrive CausemeticsHungryroot

On this week's episode Melanie and I delight in the fact that both of our college baseball teams swept their weekend games, we celebrate some of the memorable moments from the Winter Olympics (WE SEE YOU, ALYSA LIU), and we discuss our friend Cole's frustration that his wife Katherine and I aren't interested in rare collectibles. We also have some very important information for those of you who want to make Helen reservations when you're in Birmingham for our live show, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: US women win hockey goldUS men win hockey goldJohnny GaudreauAlysa LiuMikaela ShiffrinMary Carillo's story about Norwegian Olympic excellenceKate Hudson's "California Dreamin'" LA28 promoReality Check: Inside America's Next Top ModelThe Bronze HorsemanTuesday Date Night with Katherine and Cole CubelicTuesday Date Night on IGNike Vomero PremiumHelenBreath As Prayer devotional book / prayer guideL'Oreal Voluminous Superstar mascaraLola blanketCecily clogsCopper Peptide face creamSponsors: AG1Drink LMNTBoll & BranchTrust & Will

This week Melanie and I happily discuss the beginning of COLLEGE BASEBALL SEASON (pretend we have a confetti cannon), which means we break down my trip to Starkville and all of the opening day merriment. Plus, Melanie recaps her weekend in San Antonio (and at the ranch) with Perry, Caroline, and two of C's friends. We've lived a lot of life in the last week, apparently. We also talk about why I watched The Prince of Egypt this past Sunday afternoon, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: Dudy Noble FieldHEB charcuterieDouble Batch cookieGladware containersChloe Kim and Myles Garrettweird ice for figure skatingice dancing judging controversyFederica BrignoniShark FlexStyle air styling and drying systemThe Bronze HorsemanThe Prince of EgyptIthaca x Graza hummusToasteds variety packbuffer / polisher for carCrew Dog embroidered baseball sweatshirtColette crop wide-leg sweater pantsSponsors: Laundry SauceThrive MarketHelixDrink LMNT

This week Melanie has some thoughts and feelings about A&M's parking situation at basketball games, I have (once again) fried some chicken, and both of us are delighted by the prospect of college baseball's opening weekend (as well as captivated by the winter Olympic games - where we have both become experts in a wide array of events thanks to several consecutive minutes of viewing). We also talk about Super Bowl commercials (GET THEE BEHIND US, Manscaped), what we've been reading, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: Napa Flats Bistro in College StationAbbey Yung MethodA&M vs. Florida basketball gameHush & Whisper in Bryan, TXskiathlonCharles CrossRocket Mortgage commercialRaisin Bran commercialBud Light commercialHellman's commercialInstacart commercialLay's commercialDoordash commercialThe Heir Apparent by Rebecca ArmitageThe Bronze Horseman by Paulina SimonsOpal ice machineVisoone progressive readersMona linen shirt dressside striped cotton leggingsInn Beauty extreme cream eye creamSponsors: OSEA MalibuHungryrootAG1Mint Mobile

On this week's episode I recount a very exciting Step Sing weekend in our family, Melanie shares a delicious new dip discovery, and we both try to make our peace with who we didn't know at the Grammys. As always we deal with the low-level hum of a leaf blower (and a vacuum!), and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: hot dirty martini dipShrinking on Apple TV+Family of SpiesSamford Step SingPeople We Meet on Vacation on Netflixour Patreon episode on counterweightsAlex's fraternity's Step Sing performanceReal Housewives of Beverly Hills on BravoHank Williams, Jr.The Criterion ChannelDavid's new socksOXO Good Grips peelerThink Royln clear stadium bagValentine's slippersHelenBayonetSponsors: ZocDocBranch BasicsHungryrootHelix

On this week's podcast episode, in the midst of unusually cold temperatures in San Antonio and Birmingham, Melanie and I discuss recent NFL developments (not our regular wheelhouse), Indiana's national championship, and - what we've all been waiting for - an update from Melanie on the racoons next door. Hydrate, grab a snack, and settle in, everyone. We also talk about Melanie's return to World War II books, David interrupts our recording not once but twice (the Hudsons were trying to get some business-y things handled), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: Melanie's capelet heating padBroncos and Patriots play in a blizzardAnn Michael Maye on IGIndiana wins national championshipFernando Mendoza's bruised armDavid Thomas and Sissy Goff, the kindest people who have ever livedbandana fringe jacketHomeschooled by Stefan Merrill BlockFamily of Spies by Christine Kuehncast recording of RagtimeRagtime by E.L. DoctorowL'Oreal Elvive 8-Second Wonder Water hair treatmentODODOS drawstring leggingsGhirardhelli Double Chocolate hot chocolate mixWe the Free Libre wide leg cordsTo the Peak quarter zipSponsors: Thrive CausemeticsMint MobileDrink LMNT

On this week's episode Melanie rejoices about the trajectory of Aggie basketball, and I continue to be filled with hope about Mississippi State baseball. We talk about a couple of memorable life events that happened with my college friends this past week, and Melanie shares about a show that she and Perry have watched. Melanie also recaps how she tried on every pair of jeans she owns, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopNew Patreon episode about the January/February issue of Southern LivingBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: Aggie basketball beats the LonghornsState's women beat KentuckyThe Terminal List: Dark Wolfking cakesPracticing the Way by John Mark ComerCatherine boyfriend jeansFree People penny flaresAdi mid-rise jeansRisen jeansFavorite dress in some yearsevening bag20 Mule Team Boraxlymphatic contour brushrattan sideboardSponsors: Thrive MarketBoll & BranchHomeserveAG1

This week Melanie and I catch up on the college football playoffs as well as the first few games of conference play in SEC basketball. Melanie also shares about her epic clean-out of Caroline's closet (Caroline was texting me throughout this process, btw), and I have an update on the new television and our most recent Helen dinner. Plus, we discuss Golden Globes fashion, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: Ole Miss / Miami gameTrinidad Chambliss denied additional eligibilityIndiana / Oregon gameFernando Mendoza gets confetti in his mouthAuburn's buzzer beater in A&M game overruledBucky McMillan's post-game interviewHelen in BirminghamBayonet in BirminghamSophie's weekly newsletter (with show notes)Melanie has a new SubstackAmy Poehler's podcastAmal Clooney at Golden GlobesEmma Stone at Golden GlobesParker Posey at Golden GlobesJean Smart at Golden GlobesBritney Snow at Golden GlobesBest Dressed at Golden GlobesAmazon workout topStiller & Meara: Nothing Is LostPeople We Meet on VacationUpsky dog bowlLinbsunne ball point pensOSEA Dream Bio-Retinol body creamoversized turtleneck tunic sweaterThe Original Beeswax furniture polishSponsors: HungryrootZocDocOSEA MalibuHelix

This week Melanie and I have lots of thoughts about Ole Miss football, Curt Cignetti, and what on earth we should do with our old VHS tapes. We also discuss our shared hope that we'll be game-playing families and my unexpected encounter with my old maternity clothes. On top of that, we talk about a new show on Netflix that has totally captivated us despite the fact that we're puzzled by what we're watching, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Happy New Year, everybody! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopBirmingham Show (4/23) Live Stream Tickets If you'd like to listen online, you can do that here. Show Notes: canastaPhotoScan appOle Miss / Georgia gameKim Mulkey and Lane KiffinCurt CignettiTexas Tech's new QBCarson BeckFernando MendozaMississippi State baseball conditioningState beats the Longhorns in basketballAggies beat LSU in basketballMembers Only: Palm Beach on NetflixGardens of Jaipur printed curtainsoversized sweater dressreturn address stampThrive Market organic extra virgin olive oilbig pearl beadsSponsors: Boll & BranchHungryrootBranch BasicsAG1

On this episode I share all manner of enthusiasm about the new year (WHAT IS BETTER THAN A NEW YEAR REALLY THERE IS NOTHING), and Melanie shares all manner of enthusiasm about her extensive house clean-out (WHAT IS BETTER THAN A CLEAN-OUT REALLY THERE IS NOTHING). Of course we recap our respective Christmases and discuss all that we've done (and watched) to celebrate the season. Melanie also offers an alternate calendar theory, and it's her turn for Five Favorites. Happy New Year, everybody! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon Shop Show Notes: Little Em's Oyster Bar in San AntonioBiscoff Christmas Crackvibration plateUSA pans on Amazonfamily takes turns raiding grandmother's closeteulogy for Anna's pacifierTHIS TURKEYStranger ThingsActress of a Certain Age by Jeff HillerFun for the Whole Family by Jennifer E. SmithThe TraitorsShrinkingBridgertonlinen cover thick spiral notebookStyle Edit root concealerAmazon Essentials crew neck t-shirtbaggy wide leg cargo sweatpantsBounce fleece tunic Sponsors: Thrive CausemeticsLaundry Sauce

This past week has brought its share of A&M-adjacent football disappointment, but Melanie is finding comfort and solace by celebrating the Aggies' national championship in volleyball (GLASS HALF FULL, you understand). Meanwhile, here in Alabama, this past week has taught me some things about my personal needs from health care providers who draw blood, and I have found comfort and solace in watching television. As one does. Melanie also has some thoughts about Amazon's AI assistant, Rufus, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, everybody! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon Shop2025 Big Boo Holiday Gift Guide Show Notes: Aggie women's volleyball wins National ChampionshipChicken Oil Co. in BryanAggie football loses to MiamiJohnny Manziel couldn't make itJazz TXPullman Market in San AntonioOwning Manhattan on NetflixThe End of an Era on Disney+My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman on NetflixMurdaugh: Death in the Family on HuluLove, Meghan on NetflixWill GuidaraSpicy Hamburger SoupTruremedy soapsleeveless puffer vestMiss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treaterturquoise big bead necklaceAerie Like Candy crew sweater Sponsors: HomeserveHungryrootAG1Trust & Will

This week Melanie and I talk about the copious amounts of butter in our refrigerators as well as the seemingly inevitable tall boots experiment in my life. We also discuss A&M volleyball, our shared love for the new Taylor Swift docuseries, and my newest TV show obsession. On top of that, we share some Southern Living subscription info, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, y'all! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon Shop2025 Big Boo Holiday Gift Guide Show Notes: Quality Bistro in NYCDavid Yu, NYC chauffeurFrye & Co. Miranda bootsNCAA volleyball championshipsHelen in BirminghamBayonet's watermelon ice box pie is a big deal in the NYTWake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery on NetflixThe End of an Era on Disney+Kam from The Eras TourThe Real Housewives of Beverly HillsPluribus on AppleTVAll Her Fault on Peacockour new $10 level on PatreonSouthern Living subscriptions for $14.95oversized sweaterAbib collagen eye patchesRelwen quilted insulated tanker jacketRowe Casa lymphatic creamChappywrap blanket Sponsors: Thrive CausemeticsZocDocDrink LMNTMint Mobile

This week Melanie has some words of encouragement and exhortation for the College Football Playoff committee, and I am still trying to make sense of the fact that the Mississippi State Bulldogs are going to an actual bowl game. To play post-season football. WHAT IS EVEN HAPPENING. Also, Melanie talks about some Christmas-themed shows that she has watched, I share all about my recent trip to New York, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon Shop2025 Big Boo Holiday Gift Guide Show Notes: Notre Dame says no, thank youState going to the Duke's Mayonnaise BowlCollege Football PlayoffsRosemary'sShuketteQuality BistroChessRagtimeJoshua HenryJohn Clay III& JulietOh What FunHome for ChristmasReal Housewives of Beverly HillsDavid Yu, NYC Driverour Patreon Southern Living episodeget a Southern Living print subscriptionget a Southern Living digital subscriptionHelen in BirminghamWhiskware salad dressing bottleMaille mustardLilo's Salad recipeAnastasia tinted brow gelFITS Go with the Flow wool crew socksAprés Chill trouserspopover sweatshirt Sponsors: OSEA MalibuPostawayDwellAG1