The Big Boo Cast, Episode 408
Well, college football is pretty much all wrapped up for me this season, so this week Melanie and I discuss that unfortunate development as well as the very positive turn of events for her Aggies. Plus, we discuss my book launch week and all the reasons it basically has been an absolute delight. On top of that, there are Side Eyes and I See Yous, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope y'al...
1hr 1m Sep 19, 2024
1hr 1m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 407
This week Melanie and I bring back our college football Side Eyes and I See Yous as well as recap her weekend with Caroline home and my weekend at a conference about the Enneagram and Spiritual Disciplines. On top of that, I have a new book that's out this week, so Melanie makes us talk about that despite the fact that it wasn't on our episode outline. We also discuss a couple of shows that ha...
54m Sep 12, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 406
This week Melanie processes her A&M / Notre Dame feelings (in addition to her game-time dehydration issues), and I'm ticked that my beloved Bulldogs are not, in my opinion, receiving the recognition that a lifetime member of the Southeastern Conference should receive. Mostly, though, we're just delighted that college football is all the way back - and we continue to be curious about how Nick Sa...
47m Sep 04, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 405
Melanie and I are coming in hot with this week's episode because our quick trip to Dallas meant that we had to record today (Wednesday) - which is also when the episode releases. Add in the fact that Mel had to record outside and I was babysitting Hazel while window cleaners were working at our house, and you have a real audio masterpiece right here in episode 405. We talk about our time in Da...
48m Aug 29, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 404
Melanie and I were a little tired when we recorded this week, but all it took to create a little energy was a conversation about big trucks that carry limbs or maybe even gravel. We found our voices for sure and then managed to have discussions about what went on this past week as well as fashion trends for fall that leave us a little unsure. We also talk about move-in for Alex's junior year, ...
50m Aug 22, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 403
This week there was more than Melanie and I could fit into a single episode - and I'm sort of sick about it because I had a whole Amy Grant / Jamie Golden story that I didn't have time to tell. NONETHELESS, we talk about an unfortunate series of events at the ranch, why Caroline is now Katniss Everdeen, and some of our favorite Olympic moments. I also share a very nerdy sociological theory tha...
50m Aug 15, 2024
50m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 402
I recorded in a hotel room this week - with my old microphone at that - so a thousand pardons for my sound quality as Melanie and I catch up on the last week of life (truth be told, I think my microphone stopped working about a third of the way through the episode, but who among us is surprised). We discuss Caroline's 21st birthday, the continued persistence of the raccoons next door to Mel, an...
48m Aug 08, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 401
It's an Olympics-palooza this week as Melanie and I talk about cheering for sports we already love as well as sports where we're still in a learning curve but no less enthusiastic. 'Tis the season for "U-S-A!," marveling at the French scenery, and scrutinizing the Olympic parents' heart rate monitors. We're here for every bit of it. We also break down my family's weekend visit with Alex's room...
52m Aug 01, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 400
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...
1hr 7m Jul 25, 2024
1hr 7m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 399
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 ...
49m Jul 18, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 398
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 wi...
47m Jul 11, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 397
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. ...
52m Jul 04, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 396
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 th...
58m Jun 27, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 395
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. ...
1hr Jun 20, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 394
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 Patreon (http://patreon.com/bigboo) Our Amazon Shop (http://amazon.co...
53m Jun 13, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 393
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 al...
57m Jun 06, 2024
57m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 392
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, s...
48m May 30, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 391
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 u...
52m May 23, 2024
52m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 390
Right before we recorded this episode, I experienced a significant overtalking situation (to be clear, I was the one who was talking too much), so Melanie and I break down that unfortunate series of events before we discuss her time in College Station, our latest college baseball woes, and the most recent kitchen developments (so close! we're getting so close to the end!). Plus, Melanie shares...
53m May 16, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 389
This week everybody's sound is functioning properly (may the Lord be praised) as Melanie and I discuss my time in Houston, P's newest hobby, and the wonder of LSU baseball's Tommy White. We also talk about Caroline's very exciting book news, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy! - Join Us on Patreon (http://patreon.com/bigboo) - Our Amazon Shop (http://amazon.com/shop/bi...
50m May 09, 2024
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The Big Boo Cast, Episode 388
Granted, it's not an unusual occurrence, but it's been a tough week for audio excellence here in Big Boo land. Please forgive the absence of consistent volume on my end of things. Plus, Melanie and I recorded this episode in about three different installments because, well, life. However comma our sound gets sorted out by the 30-minute mark (better then than never, right?), and we did manage to...
49m May 02, 2024
49m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 387
This week Melanie and I recap the Birmingham live show as well as all the fun before and after it. Unfortunately there were a few travel complications when it was time to head back to Texas, but Mel tells the story of a Southwest gate agent who got some things handled in the Birmingham airport. We also discuss our quick trip to Tuscaloosa, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Hope you ...
49m Apr 25, 2024
49m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 386
This week Melanie and I recorded at EIGHT FORTY IN THE AM, and you will hear that in our voices - no doubt about it. We talk about Caroline's Aggie Ring Day, their time at the A&M baseball game, and the latest with my kitchen. We also discuss our live show wardrobe situation, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody!  - Join Us on Patreon (http://patreon.com/bigboo) - Our Amazo...
51m Apr 18, 2024
51m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 385
My microphone wasn't on for the first part of this episode (I PROMISE WE CHECK THESE THINGS, but computers / robots / user error / etc.), but thankfully Melanie's Official Look-at-the-Eclipse Break gave me time to correct the situation. In addition to the eclipse, we talk about college baseball, Kristen Wiig's skin, and the women's basketball championship game. We also discuss an encouraging, ...
57m Apr 11, 2024
57m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 384
This week Melanie and I ponder the never-ending nature of a kitchen clean-out, we celebrate (and, in my case, grieve) the latest college baseball developments, and we recap our very lovely Easter weekends. A fine time was had by all. We also discuss the high-quality Southern accents in a TV show we've both been watching, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, y'all! - Join Us on Patreon...
54m Apr 04, 2024
54m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 383
This week Melanie has traveled to New Hampshire, we both traveled to the Land of Sports Pain, and we recap all of those literal and figurative trips in this episode (needless to say, the trip to New Hampshire was by far the most enjoyable). On top of that, I explain why we're tearing up my kitchen, and I share some very exciting oven news. We also discuss some TV shows we're enjoying, we ponde...
54m Mar 28, 2024
54m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 382
It was a big weekend-o-sports for the Aggies and the Bulldogs, so naturally Melanie and I recap all the exciting developments before we catch up on the latest with the college kids (Caroline's spring break and Alex's 21st birthday). We also catch up on the latest with Kate, though admittedly we only know whatever TikTok has told us. Plus, Melanie has found a show that she enjoys, and it's my t...
49m Mar 21, 2024
49m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 381
This week Melanie and I share some very exciting updates about my sore throat and her injured leg, so basically this is a medical podcast now. In addition to breaking science news, we talk about college baseball, Free People's declaration that it's microshorts season, and Melanie's big make-up / beauty product clean-out. We also discuss the fact that this week marks Alex's 21st birthday, and i...
52m Mar 14, 2024
52m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 380
On this episode Melanie and I discuss my recent trip to NYC: why Tedeschi Trucks Band is the best ever, all the wonderful things about the hotel where we stayed, and the fact that I found myself feeling actual feelings before we left Saturday morning. We also talk about Melanie's determination to clean her house and our current challenges with reading. Plus, Melanie shares some thoughts about ...
52m Mar 07, 2024
52m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 379
This week Melanie and I recap our travels (she went to Ft. Worth and College Station, I went to east Georgia) and talk about all the roasts I cooked last week. You'll hear more than you've ever wanted to hear about how much I love to chop things. Plus, we have some exciting live show info for the fall (!!!), and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody!  - Join Us on Patreon ...
56m Feb 28, 2024
56m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 378
Listen. My microphone. I'm just as sorry as I can be. Apparently I disconnected something before we recorded. So when you hear how I sound, just pretend I'm a DJ who's on from 6-10pm in the year of our Lord 1981. In this episode Melanie shares about a change in her workout routine, we talk about our weekends (as we do every episode), and I celebrate what I believe we can call an eyeshadow vict...
50m Feb 22, 2024
50m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 377
This week Melanie and I discuss our thoughts on the Super Bowl (and commercials!), we share some very boring but enjoyable everyday life happenings, and Mel fills us in on Mabel's reaction to their new surround sound situation. We also include an excerpt from our recent live Patreon episode with Harrison Scott Key, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody!  - Join Us on P...
54m Feb 15, 2024
54m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 376
This week Melanie and I talk about our weekend travels / speaking events; I was in Laurel, Mississippi, and she was in College Station, which worked out really nicely for getting to spend some time with Caroline. Melanie also shares what will maybe be the Perry-est story you have ever heard, and I wax poetic about the Grammys. As (almost) always, we discuss what we've been watching, and it's m...
53m Feb 08, 2024
53m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 375
This week Melanie and I discuss Taylor and Travis at the AFC Championship game, we recap our respective weekends, and Melanie shares P's strategy for a strong cup of hotel room coffee. That last thing may wind up changing my life a little bit. We also talk about a certain college sophomore's new hairstyle, and it's Melanie's turn for Five Favorites. Enjoy, everybody!   - Join Us on Patreon (...
48m Feb 01, 2024
48m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 374
I'm editing this week in the Atlanta airport - a little bit of an "on the fly" situation in more ways than one - but in this episode Melanie and I talk about my trip to Charleston, her trip to College Station and Dallas, and her experience at the Aggie Women's Baseball Clinic. We also discuss my recent binge-watching of The Traitors, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy!   - J...
49m Jan 25, 2024
49m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 373
We recorded this episode on Monday afternoon, not long after our Birmingham live show very unexpectedly sold out really quickly, and Melanie and I were so incredibly grateful but also shellshocked. Maybe that's why I forgot to turn on my microphone when we recorded, and by the way, you're welcome for that. AUDIO EXCELLENCE. OUR HALLMARK. So all that to say, this week we talk about some things....
55m Jan 18, 2024
55m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 372
This week Melanie and I recap our delightful weekend in Birmingham and discuss my role as hype man during our shopping trip with Caroline (which, by the way, is a day I will hold close in my heart forever and ever). We also share info about tickets for our Birmingham live show, which is now officially official and will be here before we know it. On top of all that, we talk about some of the sp...
53m Jan 11, 2024
53m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 371
It's a new year, and we're delighted to kick off 2024 with this new episode. Melanie and I talk about the most recent college football games, our words for the year, and the fact that we're going to see each other later this week. Plus I read a book that I absolutely loved, so you'll hear all about that. We also discuss the situations we're both facing with our hair, and it's Melanie's turn fo...
54m Jan 04, 2024
54m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 370
It was the merriest of Christmases for the Shankles and the Hudsons, so this week you'll hear us break down all the holiday festivities as well as chronicle our TV viewing (an area where Melanie and I both have excelled lately). Plus, there's an excerpt from our most recent Patreon episode with our most frequent podcast guest (by a country mile), our dear friend Travis Cottrell (http://travisco...
58m Dec 28, 2023
58m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 369
This week you'll hear the riveting details of our Christmas grocery and meal planning, not to mention that we share a lot of strong feelings about meat (I'm just not interested) and seafood (Melanie's not interested). Thankfully though we are both very interested in TV right now, so we talk about that too. Finally, consider yourself warned that we might slightly overshare our feelings about th...
47m Dec 21, 2023
47m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 368
This week Melanie and I discuss how I have resumed my travels with June and her journey, Mel's status with games on her phone, and all the TV I've been watching. Plus Melanie shares about a whole new area of interest for Perry and catches us up on her gift wrapping festivities with Gulley. 'Tis the season, etc. We also talk about what's coming up on Patreon (a special announcement about Januar...
51m Dec 14, 2023
51m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 367
This is the maybe the closest Melanie and I have ever cut it in terms of getting an episode out on time, but travel has interfered with our recording schedule this week. The good news, though, is that we had a lot of catching up to do, and recording an episode is a fine way to do that. We cover a lot of ground - my trip to NYC, the kids getting home for Christmas, and our continued deep thought...
52m Dec 07, 2023
52m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 366
The Aggies and the Bulldogs have new head football coaches, so this week Melanie and I talk through some of the drama (on the A&M side, especially) surrounding the hiring process and how said drama led to some amusing social media moments. And of course we discuss the Iron Bowl and that last touchdown and how we relate on so many levels to the Auburn heartache. There's also a quick look back a...
47m Nov 30, 2023
47m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 365
This week Melanie and I discuss what we won't be cooking for Thanksgiving (here's a hint: TURKEY), as well as the latest with our respective football programs and their coaching searches. We also break down my recent experiences at a couple of concerts, and Melanie shares about some of her post-live show introverting. There's some delightful bonus content at the end of the episode (an excerpt ...
1hr 2m Nov 23, 2023
1hr 2m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 364
Melanie and I spent the end of the last week in Bryan / College Station for The Big Boo Bowl (and then the actual A&M / State football game), so between our live show,  all our activities, and then - THEN - BOTH OF OUR HEAD COACHES GETTING FIRED IN A 24-HOUR PERIOD - we have more to talk about on this episode than we can possibly cover. We do our best, but there is going to be a follow-up episo...
59m Nov 16, 2023
59m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 363
This week Melanie shares one of the more fascinating theories to date about the Aggies' struggles on the football field (I believe we would both give this theory a giant side-eye), and she tells us about her keen deer-counting skills this past weekend. I recap another trip to MIssissippi as well as a full-to-the-brim weekend. Also, we continue our Gift Guide this week, and it's Melanie's turn ...
1hr 21m Nov 09, 2023
1hr 21m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 362
This is an extra long episode, so you may want to grab a snack before you listen. Melanie and I talk about the recent death of my mother-in-law, Martha, as well as her very joyful funeral this past Monday. Naturally we discuss Melanie's time in College Station (can y'all even believe that she went to College Station?!), and I share about some potato chips that may have changed my life a little ...
1hr 16m Nov 02, 2023
1hr 16m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 361
This week I recap the sweet, sweet agony of the Mississippi State / Arkansas football game (definitely grateful for the win, but my goodness it was painful), and Melanie shares all about her experience at Chi O Songfest in College Station. She also expresses her relief that the Aggies didn't have a game this past weekend. On top of that, I talk about my most recent Sephora trip with our friend...
50m Oct 26, 2023
50m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 360
Melanie and Caroline went to Knoxville this past weekend, so we talk all about that along with the current state of Mel's fight with Jimbo (or "Mr. Fisher," as she's now referring to him). And while I didn't go to a football game, I experienced the DELIGHT of spending some quality time with a few of my favorite college kids, so we talk about that too. Also, Melanie has now watched the Beckham ...
56m Oct 19, 2023
56m
The Big Boo Cast, Episode 359
This week Melanie shares her thoughts and feelings about the A&M / Bama game, and I share how I learned a hard lesson about my tolerance for roller coasters at this stage in my life. Needless to say we've both been subjected to some humbling experiences over the last few days. We also talk about TV (there's a documentary that I loved so much I would do commercials for it), and it's Melanie's t...
59m Oct 12, 2023
59m