The Big Boo Cast

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)