This That And The Other
Join Jody and Amanda as they dive into the joys and challenges of everyday life while navigating the rollercoaster of marriage, parenting, faith, and everything in between.
Episodes
We trace how a quiet lake ritual turned into a TikTok live with tens of thousands of drop-ins, then wrestle with what to do when the fish leave and the algorithm wants more. Along the way we argue about clothes, leftovers, phone privacy, and the cost of dinner.
• going from passive scrolling to consistent creation
• two podcasts, time costs, and burnout risk
• catfish feeding lives, spikes to 26k view...
We're back after a month-long break, catching up on everything from scam texts to disturbing Netflix documentaries and exciting business trips. The comfortable chaos of our return brings both serious discussions and lighthearted banter as we settle into our matching recliners.
• Mysterious texts from unknown numbers are becoming more sophisticated and concerning
• Netflix's "Unknown Number&...
Jody and Amanda share their experience visiting the World's Longest Yard Sale, encountering comedian Dusty Slay, and Jody's complete obliviousness to Amanda's fall decorations that had been up for an entire week.
• Amanda has been slowly putting out fall decorations for over a week without Jody noticing
• Their review of Happy Gilmore 2 – they found it too long and couldn't keep their ...
Jody and Amanda discuss shocking animal encounters at zoos and national parks, examining why people continue to ignore safety guidelines with wild animals. They share recent incidents including a woman losing her arm to a lion and a man being gored by a bison at Yellowstone.
• Women can be surprisingly aggressive and competitive in boxing, as observed during a recent Netflix women's boxing event
• Th...
We explore the historic women's boxing match on Netflix featuring Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, with surprising insights about faith, fighting, and the incredible $18 million purse at stake.
• Women's boxing match between Taylor and Serrano drew 74 million viewers on Netflix
• Katie Taylor reportedly earned $6 million for her victory in the trilogy fight
• Jake Paul's Most Valuable P...
We debate whether yard sales are worth the time and effort while sharing stories from our recent experience selling family furniture and household items. The challenges of early morning setups, pricing strategies, and dealing with quirky customer behavior lead to memorable moments.
• Getting up early enough to catch the best sales requires dedication and planning
• Pricing items at yard sales creates a pa...
Amanda recounts her all-expenses-paid trip to Costa Rica earned through her work with Red Aspen nail products, sharing the challenges and joys of her tropical adventure.
• Earned the trip by accumulating points through sales commissions from December to March
• Faced difficult decision to travel after father passed away two days before departure
• Encountered power outages from storms while packing th...
Dog attacks, exotic pet dangers, and streaming show recommendations dominate this episode as we explore when our love for animals might put us at risk. Winston, our canine companion, steals attention while we share stories and opinions on everything from pit bull tragedies to soapbox derbies.
• Deadly pit bull incident where 13 dogs attacked and killed their owner
• The dangers of exotic pet ownership and...
We explore the true meaning of Memorial Day, its history as "Decoration Day," and why saying "Happy Memorial Day" feels contradictory when honoring fallen soldiers.
• Memorial Day is specifically for commemorating soldiers killed in battle, not to be confused with Veterans Day
• We question why fireworks are used during a solemn remembrance holiday
• Jody shares personal stories ab...
Jody and Amanda explore the frustration of being unable to sleep in on days off yet struggling to wake up for work. We share our wildly different approaches to morning routines and relaxation.
• The small "baseball bat leg" couch in our podcast room that came with a mysterious number of extra pillows
• Our recording schedule challenges and why we sometimes miss a week
• Visit to the Lewis Sm...
A casual road trip to Tupelo, Mississippi becomes an adventure filled with antique shopping, celebrity discussions, and unexpected technological revelations.
• Visit to Relics antique store in Tupelo housed in an old factory building alongside railroad tracks
• Winston the dog's dramatic haircut transformation
• Discussion about whether Elvis would still maintain his iconic status if he were ali...
We tackle everything from viral twins speaking in sync to potential space tourism conspiracies while sharing our own lightning strike saga that fried our TV and mysteriously affected our home lighting.
• Discussing the viral TikTok of identical twin sisters speaking in perfect synchronization during a news interview about their mother's carjacking
• Questioning whether Katy Perry's Blue Origin s...
Star IDs, passports, hospital dramas, and why we finally cut the satellite TV cord – this episode captures the chaos that derailed our regular recording schedule and kept us running for a full week.
The Star ID confusion affects everyone with a driver's license – do you really need that gold star to fly domestically? We break down what the requirements actually mean, why the deadline got extended to May ...
Amanda and Jody meander through a variety of topics from seasonal allergies and social media growth to the stark price difference between salon acrylics and press-on nails, while discussing an upcoming trip to Costa Rica won through a nail business.
• Flonase effectiveness for allergies and deviated septum breathing problems
• TikTok followers growing while YouTube remains stagnant
• $18 press-on nai...
Two NASA astronauts recently returned to Earth after being stranded on the International Space Station for 286 days when their mission was only supposed to last about a week. We discuss the health challenges they are facing plus the shock of what we found out on how they are paid while in space. We also discuss the life and legacy of George Foreman as we find out of his passing at age 76. Amanda is starting to go to t...
Severe weather creates unexpected moments to pause and reflect on life's peculiarities while we navigate storms, strange hotel policies, and rediscover simple pleasures like card games. We share our weekend experience dealing with Alabama's tornado warnings and waiting out the storms with our emergency helmets ready.
• James Spann, Alabama's beloved meteorologist, and his catchphrase "resp...
We discuss our journey to finally cut the cord on our cable subscription and our experiences setting up a 200-mile range antenna that now gives us 16 free channels.
• Frustrations with the recent daylight saving time change and why it should be eliminated
• Testing and installing a new long-range TV antenna after years of paying for cable we barely watch
• The realization that we're spending over...
Our return marks an exciting new chapter filled with updates on life, thrifting, and DIY projects. We're back to reconnect and share the adventures we've encountered during our break.
• Updates on life since November
• Insights into our new podcast recording setup
• Thrifting adventures and favorite finds
• DIY tips from our furniture refurbishing experiences
• Plans for video co...
Ever wonder if putting up the Christmas tree right after Halloween makes you an overachiever or just really into the holiday spirit? We kick off a merry debate about the timing of tree decorations and whether Coco, our high-flying chihuahua, will approve of any changes to her beloved love seat. As we gear up for the Florida vs. Georgia showdown, we share our longing for fireside family gatherings and the trials of rea...
What if the love you thought you knew was far deeper than you imagined? Join us as we unpack the timeless Parable of the Prodigal Son, where family dynamics, forgiveness, and redemption take center stage. Pastor Josh sheds light on the younger son's audacious request, the father's surprisingly gracious response, and the older brother's inner turmoil. Discover how these relationships illuminate themes of...
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