This week’s dinner table gets a little wild! The family kicks things off debating whether to bring back “Peaks & Valleys” (or “Roses & Thorns,” depending who you ask) and sharing a hilarious story about Mom and Dad being recognized by their voices while out shopping. Meanwhile, Matty’s accidental guerrilla marketing moment at work proves the podcast is spreading faster than expected.

Mid-meal, the conversation takes a hard left—from innocent chatter to unexpectedly personal confessions about dating red flags, awkward requests, and the fine line between open-minded and “absolutely not.” Between laughter and disbelief, the family manages to keep it real, reminding listeners that no topic is truly off-limits around this table.

The episode wraps with baked ziti, garlic bread, and another round of family banter before everyone signs off with full bellies and sore cheeks from laughing. From being recognized in public to oversharing at dinner, Episode 30 is a blend of chaos, comedy, and honesty that only this family can deliver.

🍝 As promised, here’s Mom’s recipe for her famous Baked Ziti!

Ingredients

• 1 box Ziti pasta

• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup Parmesan cheese

• 1 small container Ricotta cheese

• ½ cup Heavy cream

• ¼ cup Finely chopped basil

• 4 cups Pasta sauce

• 1 Tbsp each Oregano, Onion & Garlic powder

• Salt & pepper to taste

⏱️ Prep Time: < 30 min  🕒 Total Time: 1 hour

Directions

1. Cook ziti in salted boiling water. Drain and keep in pot.

2. Add a few scoops of sauce, ricotta, basil, and spices to the warm ziti and mix well.

3. In a separate pot, warm pasta sauce and stir in fresh basil, heavy cream, ½ cup mozzarella, and ¼ cup Parmesan cheese. Melt and mix well over low heat.

4. In a casserole dish, spread a scoop of sauce on the bottom. Layer sauce, pasta, and cheese—repeating until all ingredients are used.

5. Finish with sauce, cheese, and remaining basil on top. Cover loosely with foil and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.

6. Uncover and broil briefly to brown the top—watch closely, it browns fast!

7. Serve hot and enjoy every cheesy bite.

Matthew and Kelly are back from vacation and let’s just say airport security left Kelly needing… a “break” after (kidding — kind of). Anthony plays host for a chaotic round of The Newlywed Game with mixed results — turns out some of shouldn’t be the host! The family dives into the question: should you keep photos of your exes, or hit delete and move on? Opinions vary (because of course they do) — and Mom adds a thoughtful perspective she once got from a mentor that might just change how you think about it.

Then things get competitive as everyone tries to prove who knows Matty best — and the scoring definitely stirs some feelings. Oh, and Matthew reveals his all-time favorite movie… one no one has ever heard him mention before.

💬 Join the conversation in our Facebook group and tell us — keep the ex pics or toss ’ em?

Mom's Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe!

Ingredients

• 1 box macaroni noodles

• 6 small cans of tuna, rinsed and drained

• ¾ cup mayonnaise

• 1 cup chopped celery

• ½ cup chopped onion and green pepper

• 2 Tbsp butter

• 1 Tbsp olive oil

• 1 small jar pimientos

• 1 tsp each: salt, lemon pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder

• 2 cans cream of chicken soup

• 1 cup milk

• ½ block cubed Velveeta cheese

• 1 small sleeve Ritz “Herb” crackers, crushed

⏱️ Prep Time: <30 min
🍽️ Total Time: 1 hour

Directions
Dice vegetables and sauté in butter and olive oil. Once soft, add pimientos and mix well. Add soup and half the milk, stirring on low heat. Then add cubed Velveeta and stir until melted; remove from heat.

In another pot, cook the pasta and drain. Add rinsed tuna, mayonnaise, seasonings, and the remaining milk, mixing well. Spread the pasta mixture evenly in a casserole dish, then pour and fold in the cheese sauce. Top with crushed herb crackers.

Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, then broil briefly to brown the top (watch closely — it browns fast!).

Enjoy! 💛

Kelly and Matthew are heading out on vacation, but before they jet off, the family dives deep — and this week, we’re talking about the life event that hit each of us the hardest. There are stories, tears, and a few moments that might have you reaching for a Kleenex. It’s real, raw, and a reminder that this family doesn’t shy away from the tough stuff.

Anthony shares what happened on his latest work trip — including the moment he realized he officially has “grown-up money” (yes, the kind where you can buy whatever snacks you want). Naturally, that spirals into everyone’s go-to guilty pleasures and snack obsessions.

And because it wouldn’t be Sunday Family Dinner without some chaos, the family tests who knows Kelly best… and let’s just say the competition gets spicy. Oh, and there’s a childhood “playing doctor” story that might just top them all.

💬 Laugh, cry, and snack along — because this week’s episode has a little bit of everything.

This week’s dinner table gets a little competitive (and a little revealing). The family takes the CliftonStrengths assessment and sees who actually knows Anthony best—spoiler alert, it gets interesting. Matt confesses an unexpected addiction, and everyone admits what they secretly spoil themselves with.

We also learn why you should never send Matthew or Kelly to the store without painfully clear instructions, and we ask our listeners: are you sentimental or ready to toss keepsakes without a second thought? Things take a darker turn when the family reviews The Long Walk—some may be traumatized, one is definitely not. (Cue the dark humor.)

And of course, our AITA of the week: should you give a family member a heads-up if something questionable comes up about their partner?

Pull up a chair, it’s about to get opinionated.

This week’s family dinner takes a wild ride. We imagine what life would look like if we hit the Powerball jackpot—though Mom still doesn’t quite grasp that being a billionaire means you can officially retire from chores. Kelly’s nurse chimes in with a very graphic medical story that left us all queasy (consider this your warning).

To lighten things up, the family plays a round of Would You Rather—and we’d love to hear your answers in the Facebook group! Later, the conversation turns to birthdays: at what age do we stop getting each other gifts? Matthew has strong opinions… shocking, we know.

It’s a mix of laughter, mild trauma, and a whole lot of sibling banter.

🌮 Mom’s Tortilla Recipe

As promised, if you caught our video, here’s Mom’s tortilla recipe. Just remember—she measures with her heart ❤️.

Ingredients

• 3 Cups AP Flour

• 1 ½ tsp Salt

• ½ tsp Baking Powder

• 1 Cup of Water

• 1 Cube Unsalted Butter

Prep Time: <30 min Total Time: ~2 hours

Directions

1. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl. Melt butter in warm water.

2. Slowly add water/butter into dry ingredients, kneading continuously until a smooth ball forms (about 5 minutes). Don’t add extra flour—it will come together.

3. Cover with a warm towel for 15 minutes.

4. Divide dough, roll into smooth balls, cover again with a damp towel.

5. Roll out into circles on a floured counter.

6. Cook on a medium-hot cast iron skillet until bubbles form. Flip and cook the other side 15–20 seconds, until done.

This week’s episode kicks off with a peek behind the curtain as listeners get to hear what really happens before the mics officially go live. Anthony has a moment of discovery when he learns what a Kotex is (better late than never!), while Matthew shares his latest attempt at hair regrowth using pumpkin oil.

The family dives into some deeper conversations too—exploring diversity, racial remarks, and the importance of awareness in everyday life. On a lighter (but slightly gross) note, the mystery of whether Matthew actually washes his feet is finally addressed. Kelly reveals the truth behind her health mystery, and the crew rounds things out with a lively discussion on who counts as an “appropriate” wedding date partner.

It’s a mix of laughs, real talk, and family chaos—just the way you like it.

✨ As promised, if you caught our video on what we were making for dinner this week, here is Mom’s recipe for her Poblano Sauce. Just remember, these measurements are general guidance—because Mom measures with her heart.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Tbsp Avocado Oil

• 6 Poblano Peppers

• 1 medium Yellow Onion

• 3 Garlic Cloves

• ½ can Chipotle Peppers

• 2 Tbsp Butter

• 3 Tbsp AP Flour

• 2 Cups Chicken Broth

• ½ Tbsp Onion Powder

• ½ Tbsp Pepper

• 1 Tbsp Chicken Bouillon

• 1/8 Cup Milk or Heavy Cream

• 1 Bunch of Cilantro

Prep Time: <15 MIN Total time:
<1 H

DIRECTIONS:
Wash peppers, remove seeds, and dice. Dice garlic and onion. Sauté peppers and onion in avocado oil and when almost complete add garlic and sauté until fragrant and peppers change color and are soft. Add chipotle peppers and sauté for 1–2 minutes. Once everything is well mixed, add the butter, melt, and add flour—stirring until all veggies are covered and the flour is browned. Immediately add the chicken broth and mix well, adding spices. Bring to a soft boil and then reduce heat. Use an immersion blender to blend everything together and add milk for creaminess. Taste and add more spices as needed. Wash and destem cilantro, finely chop, and stir into the sauce.

Mom and Anthony are finally back from Europe—and let’s just say someone might have brought home more than souvenirs (yes, the whole family got sick 🙃). Anthony has a moment of self-awareness when he realizes he’s turning into his dad—especially when it comes to helping random strangers. We also dive into the curious case of who in the family is an extroverted introvert, and how that helps us strike up conversations with new people.

Meanwhile, Matthew admits defeat and actually gave in to Mom’s TV recommendations (shocking, we know). He’s also plotting a Puerto Rico trip—though Kelly insists it’s their trip because travel buddies stick together. Rounding it out, Dad’s got some CPAP adventures to share, plus an important health update.

It’s family chaos, travel tales, and a little self-discovery—served with a side of sniffles.

The family table is back with a listener confessional that had us blushing—turns out someone had a very awkward run-in after dreaming about a coworker. Anthony even admits he’s had his share of spicy dreams in the past 👀. We check in on Tony’s health, and with Anthony and Mom heading off to Italy next week, Mom swears she’s going to “sleep in”… but with a jam-packed vacation schedule, we’re not holding our breath.

From there it’s a full plate of AITA stories—bed-wetting boyfriends, clothing complaints, and Matthew stirring the pot (no surprise). That sparks a chat about Nextdoor posts, ridiculous public rants, and why people get heated over DUI checkpoint announcements.

Finally, we dive into what the family considers trashy behavior, Matthew drops some surprisingly thoughtful perspective about judging others’ personal lives, and we even debate: do you tip your delivery drivers?

Pull up a chair—it’s another week of unfiltered stories, laughs, and family debates you won’t want to miss.