Episodes

  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 464

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 464
    Oct 16 2025
    This week - in a bit of a super-sized episode - our friend Cole Cubelic joins us for some mid-season college football discussion, and needless to say, it is a delight to hear him share about what we've learned and what we're still learning about teams at this point in the season. Plus, there are Side Eyes & I See Yous a-plenty after this most recent weekend of football shenanigans, and Melanie finally admits that in terms of her Aggies, she is actually invested in way more than just the snacks.

    Mel and I also discuss my ongoing quest to wear tall boots, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

    Enjoy, y'all!

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    Show Notes:
    • Aggies beat Gators
    • Ty Simpson
    • Garrett Nussmeier
    • Taurean York
    • Mississippi State is improved
    • Seydou Traore
    • Blake Shapen
    • this week's AP Poll
    • Heartworks in College Station
    • Canton porcelain
    • Read & React with Cole and Roman Harper
    • Mobley & Sons in Tuscaloosa
    • Cole's podcast with his wife Katherine, Tuesday Date Night
    • Cole's podcast, The Cube Show
    • Texas at Oklahoma
    • Georgia at Auburn
    • the Washington State logo
    • Penn State fires James Franklin
    • Frye & Co. boots
    • fishing in Port Mansfield, Texas
    • Marry Me Chicken Soup
    • Free People Cruise Oversized Aviator sunglasses
    • IGK Body Language Rice Water Plumping & Thickening Mist
    • cutest Chioiserie paper plates & napkins set
    • Aerie Roll with It button down shirt
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 463

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 463
    Oct 9 2025
    This year's Big Boo Bowl went to the Aggies (in an especially dominant second half, I would add), so this week Melanie and I discuss her time in College Station, which included our friend Cole visiting Honey and Big's house before the football game. I share what it was like to enjoy a college football Saturday from the comfort of a Delta flight, and Melanie offers her reaction to the new Taylor Swift album.

    On top of that, we talk through an unexpected skin care emergency, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

    Hope you enjoy!

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    Show Notes:
    • Mississippi State at A&M
    • Vandy at Alabama
    • Texas at Florida
    • Ed Orgeron ready to coach again
    • Jesse's Tacos in Bryan, Texas
    • Tuesday Night Night with Cole and Katherine Cubelic
    • Warby Parker ad with Cooper and Arch Manning
    • the Frank & Eileen dress we both love
    • Taylor Swift's new album
    • Sunday Riley CEO Vitamin C Hydrating Cream
    • LED light tweezers
    • Good Natured Carpet Deodorizer in Mahogany Coconut
    • Songs for the Anxious Heart - LO Worship
    • silk scarf collar necklace
    • Frye & Co western boots
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    52 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 462

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 462
    Oct 2 2025
    It was almost-but-not-quite this past weekend for my Mississippi State Bulldogs, so this week Melanie and I discuss the sort-of-moral-victory along with other developments in college football's very exciting week five. Naturally there are Side Eyes, there are I See Yous, and there is speculation about the State / A&M showdown coming up this Saturday at Kyle Field.

    Also, I share about our current streaming service(s) situation, Melanie breaks down her exterior paint color selection process, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

    Enjoy, y'all!

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    Show Notes:
    • Mississippi State and Tennessee down to the wire
    • Auburn vs. A&M
    • UVA rushes the field
    • Conner Weigman
    • Haynes King
    • our latest Patreon about NYC
    • Alabama vs. Georgia
    • Oregon vs. Penn State
    • the Gameday crew in all white
    • "I Want It That Way" by the Backstreet Boys
    • Sam Pittman out at Arkansas
    • Oregon uniforms against Penn State
    • Lane Kiffin documentary
    • Fluff Bothwell
    • Next Gen Chef on Netflix
    • The Golden Bachelor
    • personalized blanket to remember a beloved pet
    • wide tortoiseshell aviator sunglasses (starter pair)
    • Papier spiral journal
    • wooden, washable wooden spoons
    • Crunchmaster Pimento Cheese crackers
    • Cupocupa comforter set
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    54 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 461

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 461
    Sep 25 2025
    On this week's episode, Melanie and I have a lengthy discussion about college football (raise your hand if you're surprised), including the big games for the Aggies and the Bulldogs later this week (don't worry, Auburn fans - we do not neglect sharing our reactions to this past weekend's unfortunate incident during your OU game). On top of that, we recap our beach trip and get a somewhat sad update about Melanie's outdoor pillows situation.

    We also talk about the final episode of The Summer I Turned Pretty season three, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

    Hope you enjoy!

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    Show Notes:
    • Auburn v. OU
    • Auburn v. OU statement from SEC Officiating
    • Kirk Herbstreit on Notre Dame in playoffs
    • Arkansas v. Memphis
    • Arch Manning and Sam Houston
    • Nick Saban's hair on Gameday
    • Sophie's favorite bacon
    • aka Charlie Sheen on Netflix
    • The Summer I Turned Prettyon Amazon Prime
    • Cafe Thirty-A at Seagrove
    • the outdoor pillows we love (from Anthropologie)
    • Sophie's Early Fall Playlist on Apple Music and Spotify
    • Olivia Dean
    • Polite Society Polite Pout lip balm in strawberry glaze
    • BDG fleece zip-up jacket
    • Voluspa Temple Moss candle on sale (reed diffuser also on sale)
    • Dohm Yogasleep white noise machine
    • barrel leg sweatpants
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    59 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 460

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 460
    Sep 18 2025
    It was quite a weekend for the Bulldogs and the Aggies, so on this episode (from the beach!) Melanie and I talk through our football thoughts and feelings, complete with Side Eyes and I See Yous. And in a development we didn't expect, we got to watch the Emmys together this past Sunday night, so we break down some of that as well.

    We also mourn the loss of our beloved Hazel - man, that has been a heartbreaker - and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

    Enjoy, everybody!

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    Show Notes:
    • vidalia onion dip recipe
    • Mario Craver
    • the end of the game between A&M vs. Notre Dame
    • Jeff Lebby awards the game ball to Seth Davis
    • Temple's football pants against Oklahoma
    • Haynes King
    • Marcus Freeman
    • Lane and Landry Kiffin's pre-game video
    • Fluff Bothwell
    • Georgia Tech beats Clemson
    • Cole Cubelic and Theo Von
    • Hazel
    • elastic pen pouch
    • Cheddar Jack Cheez-its
    • super sturdy retro folding chairs
    • mahjong line finders
    • Voluspa Mediterranean Lemon candle
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    55 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 459

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 459
    Sep 11 2025
    This is an extra long episode thanks to Mississippi State's football stunner and my trip to the Mississippi Delta. I mean, WHAT A TIME, everyone. The Bulldogs got a signature win against Arizona State, and everything from the uniforms to the crowd to the social media to the CATCHING OF THE FOOTBALL was absolutely fantastic. Naturally Melanie and I break down all of my thoughts and reactions to the game, plus some observations about the college football weekend in general.

    We also talk to our good friend Travis Cottrell - who's the special guest for our San Antonio live show - and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

    Hope you enjoy!

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    Show Notes:
    • State's new black uniforms
    • Arizona State's helmets
    • Blake Shapen's hair
    • Brenen Thompson
    • the exciting (thrilling!) end of the State / ASU game
    • my favorite State social media post of all time
    • Florida's tough loss
    • Clemson struggles against Troy
    • Cassius Howell's three sacks
    • HailState Instagram account
    • Mississippi Delta
    • The Barn by Wright Thompson
    • George Somerville from Scotland
    • Ramon's in Clarksdale
    • Laurin McCracken
    • Caroline's new book
    • The Summer I Turned Pretty
    • Travis Cottrell
    • Running Girl sports bra
    • Old Try prints
    • American Flat picture frame
    • 24 Days of Beauty Advent calendar
    • denim bomber jacket (also this option)
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 458

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 458
    Sep 4 2025
    The first big weekend of the 2025 college football season did not disappoint, and on this episode Melanie and I discuss some of our favorite parts (not to mention our Side Eyes and I See Yous). It didn't hurt that both the Aggies and the Bulldogs were victorious, though admittedly, those wins weren't necessarily pretty.

    On top of that, Melanie offers an update on Caroline's new Costco membership, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.

    Enjoy, everybody!

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    Show Notes:
    - Lee Corso's last GameDay moment
    - Alabama loses to FSU
    - Texas loses to OSU
    - Gus Malzahn offensive coordinator at Florida State
    - Carson Beck at University of Miami
    - Zach Calzada at University of Kentucky
    - A&M defeats UTSA
    - State defeats USM
    - Fluff Bothwell
    - Stonka Burnside
    - Baylor's opening game uniforms (other people seemed to love them)
    - Joe Tessitore
    - Brian Kelly
    - our friends Cole and Katherine's Tuesday Date Night podcast
    - Mischa indoor/outdoor pillow
    - Aesop Eleos body cleanser
    - Lazyboi cordless leaf blower
    - glass straws with cleaning brushes
    - large beaded choker necklace (MY HEART)
    - sinus medicine for Piper

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    48 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 457

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 457
    Aug 28 2025
    Well, our kids are back at school once again, so apparently (this week, at least), Melanie and I have some freed up mental space to clock a collection of mild frustrations and also grievances. We discuss them, of course, along with a couple of internet-y things that have recently brought me all manner of joy.

    We also share some anticipation about college football ('TIS THE SEASON), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.

    Hope you enjoy!

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    - San Antonio Live Show (10/23/25) tickets are on sale now!

    Show Notes:
    - gift a Costco membership (what a delightful option)
    - Huntsville, Alabama is happening
    - Snail on the Wall bookstore in Huntsville
    - Marcus Lattimore's poem that brought me to tears
    - Marcus Lattimore's IG
    - new GAP commercial with Katseye
    - let's calm down about Cracker Barrel
    - Siete Street Corn tortilla chips
    - Siete spicy dill pickle potato chips
    - The Summer I Turned Pretty on Amazon Prime
    - "Bitin' List" by Tyler Childers
    - Voluspa Temple Moss candle
    - Spanx polo tank dress
    - Swirl decorative glass pumpkins
    - Cavaliere boots
    - suede shoulder bag

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    52 mins