The Big Boo Cast

It's episode 400 for our little podcast, so this week Melanie and I do a little reminiscing and reflecting. We're delighted as always to visit with our most frequent podcast guest, Travis Cottrell, and we also revisit some audio clips that feature some of our favorite podcast moments. Plus we catch up on what's been going on in San Antonio and Birmingham.On top of all that, I share an airport story that continues to warm my heart, and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy - and thanks, as always, for listening!- Join Us on Patreon- Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Travis Cottrell- Travis' first episode with us- iChat - what we first used to record- Vonda Braithwaite- "You Don't Bring Me Flowers"- Retha Nichole, our business coach- Pawhuska, OK- the episode with Juan- the episode with Phil Rosenthal- the episode with Mike Leach- Brats- Patrick Ta Major Headlines Double Take creme powder and blush duo in Just Enough- floral palazzo pants- Back 70 Teddy sneakers (I also love the hot pink)- all-in-one spray and wipe cleaner- H&M oxford buttondownSponsors:- Boll and Branch - use this link for 20% your first order + free shipping- AG1 - use this link for a free one year's supply of vitamin D1 and K2 + 5 free travel packs- Zbiotics - use code BIGBOO for 15% off- Factor - use code BIGBOO50 to get 50% off your first box + 20% off your second month

Melanie and I recorded this week's episode late Tuesday night, and you will not be surprised to hear some significant audio issues in the back half (I left my headphones in Birmingham, I had to use my AirPods, and about 25 minutes in my AirPods microphone took over the recording part of the festivities). HOWEVER COMMA we have lots to share about our first couple of days in Dallas at Media Days (more to come on Patreon), and we're thrilled that we managed to record at all because, well, we're us.True story: we would have re-recorded if time had allowed. It's rough going, so thank you in advance for your patience. We also talk about an unexpected Cowboy sighting, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy!- Join Us on Patreon- Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- The Paul Finebaum Show (our segment starts around 1:53:00)- SEC Football Media Days- Maya Chia Pressed Serum- Clarins depuffing mask- Melanie's chin strap mask- Eminence Strawberry Rhubarb mask- Mi Cocina- Troy Aikman- our segment on Mac and Cube- SEC Storied: Saturday Night Lights- Laura Rutledge- Peter Burns- Cole Cubelic- Cole's podcast (chock-full-o-preseason-football-gold)- Paul Finebaum- The Perfect Couple by Elin Hilderbrand- CRZ yoga high waisted athletic shorts- Amazon flat front men's chino shorts- Maya Chia The Refresh Mint exfoliating moisture mask- Nordstrom Moonlight Eco knit pajamas- Upon Waking by Jackie Hill PerrySponsors:- AG1 - use this link for a free year's supply of vitamins D1 and K2 plus five free travel packs- Stamps - use code BIGBOO for free postage- Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 10% off your first order- Lume - use code BIGBOO for 15% off

Melanie and I were due for a catch-up when we recorded this week's episode, so we talk about what we did on the 4th of July, my latest Pilates adventures, and Melanie's commitment to watching The Chosen. I also share a run-down of the last few books I've read - because apparently reading is my job now.In addition to all that, we share some of our thoughts about the most recent developments with Taylor and Travis, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, y'all!- Join Us on Patreon- Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- a CBS Special Presentation opening credits from the 70s- portal works out for Aggie baseball- TRX equipment- Nora Goes Off Script by Annabel Monaghan - Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan- Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera- Sandwich by Catherine Newman- Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo- The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center- The Chosen- Taylor's mash-up for Travis- The Bear- SEC Football Media Days in Dallas - America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on Netflix- DIFF Gigi Cafe Ole brown gradient gold flash sunglasses- rechargeable tactical flashlight (pack of 2)- Tweezerman ProMaster eyelash curler- Public Rec Gamechanger pants- Venus travel razorSponsors:- OSEA - use code BIGBOO for 10% off- Thrive Market - use this link for 30% off your first order plus a free $60 gift- ZocDoc - use this link to download the app for free

The sun is once again shining in Aggieland, and this week Melanie and I discuss their new head baseball coach as well as the stealthy nature of the coaching search. Plus, we catch up on our respective weekends (Mel went to the beach, I stayed in Birmingham) as well as what we've been watching and reading.We also discuss some Dallas live show thoughts, and it's Mel's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy!- Join Us on Patreon- Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Michael Earley new Aggies' baseball coach- my new cute shoes from Gus- Port Aransas, TX- The Bear- our Patreon episode on seasons 1 and 2 of The Bear- The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center- America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on Netflix- "Thunderstruck" DCC dance on TikTok- OPI Dream Come Blue- salt and pepper grinder set- Howler Bros. embroidered shirts- Orleans Mint Leaf candle (15% off with code BIGBOO15)- Thrive Causemetics Empowermatte lipstick crayon (10% off your first order with code BIGBOO)Sponsors:- Dwell - use this link for 25% off - Helix - use this link for up to 30% off all mattress orders and two free pillows- AG1 - get a free one year's supply of Vitamin D and K2 with your first purchase as well as five free travel packs

Well, IT HAS BEEN A WEEK for the Aggies. Melanie and I share some of our thoughts about the very unfortunate set of circumstances surrounding the departure of the A&M baseball coach, and we'll continue that discussion on Patreon. It's not just baseball on this episode, though; we discuss a couple of concerts I've attended this past week and talk about what we've been watching.On top of all that, it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody!- Join Us on Patreon- Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- Aggies: "what they accomplished cannot be overlooked"- Tennessee wins Men's College World Series- Aggies' coach says he's not taking another job- Aggies' coach takes another job- Ben Rector and Cody Fry Symphony Series- Aaron Tveit live at Cafe Carlyle- The Wallace in NYC- Shukette NYC- LaGuardia is so good now- The Bear- America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders on Netflix- The Chosen- Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara- Will Guidara on being part of The Bear- Cutluxe serrated utility knife- Supergoop! Lip Shade in rose- Corey Lynn Calter silk shirt dress- Naomi high rise jeans in seashell blue- Fancii LED ultra slim rechargeable makeup mirrorSponsors:- Helix - use this link for up to 30% off all mattress orders and two free pillows- AG1 - get a free one year's supply of Vitamin D and K2 with your first purchase as well as five free travel packs- Earth Breeze - use this link and get 40% off your subscription- Trust & Will - use this link for 10% off plus free shipping

Melanie and I are right down to the wire on this one - recording on Wednesday afternoon just a few hours before we release the episode - but this is what we needed to do so that Melanie could share a full account of her time with Caroline in Omaha. So we're talking about baseball, and some TV thoughts, and the fact that I went to see an actual movie in an actual theater. So many developments.On top of all that, it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy!- Join Us on Patreon- Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- NCAA Men's College World Series- DJ's Sports Bar in Omaha- plastic baby Jesuses- The Table in Omaha- My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman- I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger- Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan- Helen in Birmingham- acrylic trash bag holder (I left out of last week's show notes)- two-piece short set outfit- Liquid IV sugar-free electrolyte lemon lime drink mix- Pilcro linen flutter-sleeve blouse- Pistola button down tunic shirt in bordeaux stripe- Frank & Eileen button-up Shirley shirtSponsors:- Thrive Causemetics - use this link for 10% off your first order- Lume - use code BIGBOO for 15% off your first order - Stamps - use code BIGBOO for a special offer- Hello Fresh - use this link for free apps for life

The Aggies are going to Omaha, so no one will be surprised to hear how much Melanie and I talk about that very thing in this week's episode. So much baseball. So many runs scored by walks. So much fun. We also discuss some books I've recently read (and loved!), and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, y'all!Join Us on PatreonOur Amazon ShopShow Notes:Kaeden Kent's grand slamElijah MacNamee's home run against StanfordAggies win the super regionalplastic baby JesusesBraden Montgomery's injuryJac Caglianoneour Patreon episode with Hayden SchottRemarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van PeltLook Closer by David EllisI Cheerfully Refuse by Leif EngerHeir of Fire by Sarah J. MaasThe Gentlemen on NetflixHacksThymes Mandarin Coriander countertop sprayCrystal Light peach Arnold Palmers (lemonade and peach iced tea)Zara crossbody bagsilicone travel sleevesSponsors:AG1 - use this link for a free year's supply of vitamin D3 & K2 plus five free travel packsHoneylove - use this link for 20% offThrive Market - use this link for 30% off your first order plus a free $60 giftZocDoc - use this link to download the app for free

This episode is a college baseball-palooza, what with my attempts to make peace with the Bulldogs' outcome at the regionals and Melanie's recap of her trip to watch the Aggies play the Longhorns (which ended up being an unexpected encounter with an array of tiny Jesuses). Plus, I have some feedback about the announcing side of college baseball and lots of thoughts about a quality at-bat.We also discuss a show we have both loved - as well as my impromptu trip to a fast food restaurant after a doctor's appointment - and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites.Hope you enjoy!- Join Us on Patreon- Our Amazon ShopShow Notes:- A&M going to super regionals- NCAA baseball super regional line-up- Hacks- Taco Bell's Cheez-it menu- tennis dress- Agolde Parker denim shorts- tunic ruffle hem shirt dress- oversized boyfriend button down shirt- Tan Luxe The Body Butter (this was a sidebar)- Musely The Spot pillSponsors:- OSEA Malibu - use code BIGBOO for 10% off- Dwell - use this link for a 25% discount- Green Chef - use code BIGBOO50 to get 50% off plus 20% off your next two months- AG1 - use this link for a free year's supply of vitamin D3 & K2 plus five free travel packs

The Shankles have been in Montana, the Hudsons have been in Hoover (at the SEC baseball tournament), and on this episode that means that Melanie and I have a lot of catching up to do. There have been outdoor adventures, there have been NCAA grievances, and there is a whole lot of college baseball to look forward to as the regionals get cranked up this weekend.Also, I have cooked some meals, so I talk about that - and it's my turn for Five Favorites.Enjoy, everybody!- Join Us on Patreon- Our Amazon Shop- 2024 Graduation Gift IdeasShow Notes:- The Resort at Paws Up- Sophie on The Paul Finebaum Show with Cole Cubelic- Cole's podcast, The Cube Show- NCAA 2024 Regional Baseball Bracket- French Onion Sliders for a Crowd- King's Hawaiian pretzel slider buns- Biscoff ice cream pie- the Hudsons' favorite chicken parmesan recipe- the Deshazor Everett targeting call that Melanie continues to question- pictures of the new kitchen (look in the Kitchen 2024 highlight)- appliance slider for coffee pot- soft striped maxi dress- Supergoop Glowscreen sunscreen in champagne- gold coffee spoons- Sonos Era 300Sponsors:- Storyworth - use this link to save $10 on your first purchase- LolaVie - use code BIGBOO for 15% off- AG1 - use this link for a free year's supply of vitamin D3 & K2 plus five free travel packs

This week Melanie listens patiently as I lament the projected college baseball regionals, and I listen with my mouth hanging open as Melanie shares a specific request P had for this past Friday's trash pick-up (no doubt, however, that it was certainly on-brand). In addition to those things, we discuss our shoe organization and the new season of Bridgerton. Of course there's a kitchen / house update, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy!  - Join Us on Patreon - Our Amazon Shop - 2024 Graduation Gift Ideas Show Notes: - A&M women's tennis team wins national championship - predicted regionals for D1 college baseball - Dudy Noble field - Ryan Targac's pitch hit  - Sophie's shoe organizer - sliding trays that go underneath your coffee pot - Bridgerton season 3 - ten shelf organizer for shoes - Free People Crafted cargo pants - AE Dreamy Drape cargo jeans in white - "Amen" by Rita Springer (and here's the link to Rita Springer's podcast) - AE Slouchy House oversized t-shirt Sponsors: - Thrive Market - use this link for 30% off your first order and a free $60 gift - Teux Deux - use this link to sign up for a free seven-day trial - Lume - use code BIGBOO for 15% off your first purchase - Helix - use this link for 30% off your mattress plus two free pillows