List it or Leave it

We’re back, slightly sunburned and highly opinionated. This week, we’re catching up on life—July 4th chaos, anniversary glam, and the emotional turmoil of being apart for a whole week (pray for us). Then we dive into the weird, petty, and totally valid hills we’re willing to die on. From food takes to social etiquette, nothing is safe. Buckle up, it’s a listy one.

It’s List It or Leave It, so you know we’re diving into a list — and this time, it’s all about what we love about America 🇺🇸. The timing? Yeah… we know it’s a choice given everything going on politically, but hey, we’re here for some laughs, some reflection, and a break from the chaos.

Melissa gets a little deep (because sometimes you’ve gotta feel your feelings), while Claire keeps things light and hilarious in the way only Claire can. From animals to breadsticks, we cover it all.

Tune in for the quirks, the carbs, and the chaos. 💥🌭🐶

If you’ve never survived a tornado drill, been force-fed a questionable Jell-O salad, or called it pop (not soda)… this one’s not for you. We’re listing the Midwest kid truths that outsiders will never understand — from gas station pizza being elite to “snow days” that required actual blizzards.

🌽✨ Midwest kids, it’s your time to shine. Let’s see if your childhood made the list — or if we’re gonna have to fight you over ranch dressing.

This week, we catch up on life’s usual chaos: Melissa’s family drama (yes, again) and Claire’s internal battle over whether or not to eat the last hot dog.

Then we dive into our list of movies we’re absolutely obsessed with—the ones that shaped us, raised us, and still live rent-free in our heads.

If you haven’t seen these? We’re bringing snacks and forcing a movie night.

It’s been a week and a half, y’all. From surprise family curveballs to deep loss, we dive into the messy middle of grief, friendship, and being fully unwell in public. Then, because we needed it, we pivot into the chaos of assigning each other animal identities. Bonus: unexpected Small Biz love bombs throughout. (We can’t help it—we’re emotionally unstable but locally supportive.)

We’re back, baby—and yes, we remember how to podcast… kind of. In this episode, we’re talking all things summer: the stuff we’re excited for, the weird traditions we can’t quit, and the absolute nonsense that somehow screams “fun in the sun.” From lake day delusions to street traditions and questionable tan lines, we’re listing what’s hot, what’s not, and what needs to be left in last summer’s cooler.

Is it chaotic? Of course. Are we funnier than ever? Also yes.

So grab a cold drink, slather on the SPF, and join us for a summer kickoff you didn’t know you needed.

In this episode, we plan our dream funerals—because if we have to go, we’re going out in style. Think confetti cannons, choir renditions, and one last dramatic moment for the road. It’s morbid, it’s hilarious, and it’s very on brand for us. Come for the laughs, stay for the surprisingly thoughtful send-offs.

This week, we’re listing all the things we say we’re embarrassed to love—but let’s be honest, we’re actually kind of proud. From bizarre snack combos to unhinged reality shows we’d defend with our lives, this episode is a safe space for guilty pleasures… minus the guilt.

If we had amnesia and woke up in Kansas City with no memory but excellent taste, what would we do first? In this episode, we imagine exploring KC like total newbies — from where we’d eat to what we’d see, and yes, per usual we get in a fight about it. Whether you’re a local looking for a refresh or visiting for the first time, this list is your unofficial starter pack to the city we love (and sometimes roast).

In this episode, we’re spilling all the tea on our ultimate celebrity crushes—yep, we’re talking Hall Passes! From silver screen heartthrobs to unexpected wild cards, we each reveal our top picks and why they made the list. We laugh, we swoon, and maybe even question each other’s choices (no judgment… kind of). Grab your popcorn and join us for a flirty, funny ride through Hollywood’s finest.

Who made your Hall Pass list? Let us know—we’re dying to compare notes.