On this episode we talk about my unusually quiet house, Southern Charm, and a couple of Netflix movies that have renewed Melanie’s faith in the romantic comedy. We also continue with the questions we didn’t finish last week, and as it turns out, we talk a lot – A LOT – about parenting stuff (teenagers in general, only children in particular).

You’ll also hear all of my geeky thoughts about The Fourth Estate as well as some podcasts I’m enjoying. Let it be acknowledged that we do not discuss a single item of clothing or a single beauty product on this episode. Somebody call the medics.

Enjoy, y’all!

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– Southern Charm

– Set It Up

– The Kissing Booth

– The Fourth Estate

– Here’s the Thing with Alec Baldwin

– The Pivot with Andrew Osenga

– In the Dark

– Up & Vanished

– Armchair Expert

– Closing Song

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A few days ago some of the folks on our Big Boo Facebook page were kind enough to leave comments with some questions / topics that they wanted us to discuss, so that is exactly what Melanie and I do on this episode. We picked seven to start with, and my goodness: WE HAVE SOME THOUGHTS.

I actually couldn’t fit all of the answers into one episode (you’ll hear the rest next week), but we cover a lot of territory when it comes to grief (specifically in relation to my mama and Mel’s friend Jen), friendships, writing, and whether or not we enjoy crafts (I’ll take “NO” for $400, Alex). This episode is maybe a little extra personal, but we loved getting to talk about this stuff.

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– “Caroline’s” shoe box Fiesta floats

– “Old Friends” by Ben Rector (we don’t mention it specifically – but it’s fitting considering what we say about friendship)

– Melanie’s friend Jen

– Sophie’s mama

– Carpool Karaoke with Paul McCartney (we don’t talk about this at all, but it’s so heartwarming and will totally brighten your day)

– Closing Song

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In what is no doubt the complete opposite of a surprise, we had some sound issues with this one. We still don’t know exactly why. What we do know, though, is that I sound like a loud talker and Melanie sounds like a soft talker who is trying to subtly communicate to me that I need to PIPE DOWN. So thanks in advance for bearing with us; we’ll do our best to get that worked out for next time.

As for what we talk about, well, there’s a lot: college baseball (Mississippi State is headed to the College World Series!), a new show Melanie really likes, famous people we follow on Instagram, some new music I’m excited about, and a few new skincare / make-up finds.

So basically, you know, some of our favorite topics.

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– Mississippi State and the College World Series

– Younger

– Riverdale

– Ben Rector’s Magic album (out June 22nd)

– Indigo Girls Live with the University of Colorado Symphony Orchestra (out June 29th)

– When Life Gives You Lululemons by Lauren Weisberger

– Band of Brothers

– The Real Housewives of San Antonio (???)

– The BBQ chicken recipe Melanie mentioned on the last episode

– OPI Suzi Without A Paddle

– jane iredale Glow Time Full Coverage Mineral BB Cream

– Dr. Dennis Gross Hyaluronic Marine Dew It All Eye Gel

– e.l.f. Shadow Lock Eyelid Primer

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On this episode of the podcast we talk extensively about Southern Charm and caftans. AS YOU DO.

We also chronicle some of our current, um, hormone-adjacent frustrations, recap what’s happened for our teams so far in the college baseball post-season, and discuss some of our summer reading plans. Plus, Melanie brings us all up-to-speed on some highlights from The Bachelorette – and in doing so improves the quality of all our lives.

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– Chili Pad

– (Here is Coolio, in case you were confused.)

– State’s huge walk-off win against Florida State

– Southern Charm

– Patricia’s custom pet caftan

– The Bachelorette

– Southern Charm New Orleans

– Young Jane Young by Gabrielle Zevin

– Love and Ruin by Paula McClain

– Fitness Junkie by Lucy Sykes and Jo Piazza

– Go Ask Ali by Ali Wentworth

– Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee

– Something in the Water by Catherine Steadman

– Verdusa women’s summer color block half sleeve split loose shift maxi dress

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If you’re in need of a little superficial to kick off your summer, this is the episode for you. We talk about nail polish, our nail-related frustrations, our favorite summer shoes, and all the reasons why we’re embracing the caftan for summer 2018.

We also discuss the fact that, in all of our Enneagram 9-ness, we are not ever concerned with any details at any point in time unless we’re talking about emotions. Because in that case we are HERE FOR ALL OF IT.

Hope y’all enjoy!

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– Urban Outfitters bowtie slides

– Steve Madden SLINKY slides

– OTBT Nova Platforms

– Bussola Frida wedge (Sophie’s FAVORITE summer sandals)

– The Magical Summer Caftan (discovered by Lisa Whittle) (loved deeply by Sophie) (for your inner Maude)

– Lisa Whittle’s 5 Word Prayers Daily podcast (just FYI if you’re looking for something really encouraging and beautiful)

– OPI Lisbon Collection

– OPI Funny Bunny

– The Playtex Funday Bra

– Closing Song

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The Royal Wedding happened.

And now we recap.

(Spoiler: WE LOVED EVERY SECOND.)

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– Sofia Wellesley’s dress

– Kitty Spenser’s dress

– Victoria Beckham’s dress

– Amal Clooney’s dress

– Gina Torres’ dress

– Doria Ragland’s dress

– Queen Elizabeth’s dress

– Camilla’s hat

– flowers at the chapel

– Meghan Markle’s wedding day hair

– Meghan Markle’s wedding day makeup

– Teenager Meghan in front of Buckingham Palace

– Meghan’s wedding dress

– Presiding Bishop Michael Curry’s wedding sermon

– The wonder of Meghan’s reception dress

– Serena Williams’ reception dress

– Closing Song: The First Dance Song

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