Episodes

  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 400

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 400
    Jul 25 2024
    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!

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    Show 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 buttondown

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 399

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 399
    Jul 18 2024
    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!

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    Show 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 Perry

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    49 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 398

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 398
    Jul 11 2024
    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!

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    Show 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 razor

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    47 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 397

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 397
    Jul 4 2024
    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!

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    Show 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)

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    52 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 396

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 396
    Jun 27 2024
    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!

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    Show 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 mirror

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    58 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 395

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 395
    Jun 20 2024
    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!

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    Show 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 shirt

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    1 hr
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 394

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 394
    Jun 13 2024
    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!

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    Show Notes:
    Kaeden Kent's grand slam
    Elijah MacNamee's home run against Stanford
    Aggies win the super regional
    plastic baby Jesuses
    Braden Montgomery's injury
    Jac Caglianone
    our Patreon episode with Hayden Schott
    Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
    Look Closer by David Ellis
    I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger
    Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas
    The Gentlemen on Netflix
    Hacks
    Thymes Mandarin Coriander countertop spray
    Crystal Light peach Arnold Palmers (lemonade and peach iced tea)
    Zara crossbody bag
    silicone travel sleeves

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    53 mins
  • The Big Boo Cast, Episode 393

    The Big Boo Cast, Episode 393
    Jun 6 2024
    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!

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    Show 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 pill

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    57 mins