The Big Boo Cast

The Big Boo Cast, Episode 511

The Big Boo Cast

Show Notes

College football has officially returned, so on this week's episode Melanie shares all about her weekend in College Station - complete with a side trip to Houston - and I relay the exciting details of watching the games from the comfort of my air conditioned home. Two different paths to the same destination, you understand - and a lot of discussion about what turned out to be a news-heavy weekend in college football. We also jump back into Side Eyes & I See Yous, I recap the old-fashioned Sunday lunch that I cooked, and it's my turn for Five Favorites. Hope you enjoy!

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Show Notes:

Mississippi State's record-setting game

A&M dominant against Missouri State

the heat was brutal in Columbia, SC

the heat was brutal in Tuscaloosa

Dillard's

Auburn gets the win against Baylor

Michigan's extra second against Western Michigan

SEC Football Final

Arch Manning and Cam Coleman

Clemson struggles against LSU

Paul Finebaum's thoughts about Dabo's football philosophy

Kiffin's debut at Tiger Walk

Sam Leavitt

Kamario Taylor

Ole Miss gets it done against Louisville

American Princess: A Novel of First Daughter Alice Roosevelt

Kirkland breakfast sandwiches

Morning Summit cereal

Ouida's Fresh Apple Cake recipe

Nike Vomero Premium running shoes

Aerie set for fall - pants and top

best ice cream scoop ever

Halara Breezeful high waisted ruffle pants

fall-themed bandanas from The Foggy Dog

Chom-Chom roller

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