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Stacy and Carol open their “Start a List” podcast by chatting about windy weather, subbing in a kindergarten class before spring break, work and errands, and Carol’s love of March Madness, including her son Will calling a Division I ASUN tournament in Jacksonville. They introduce a hodgepodge episode about mishaps and “times we should have not,” referencing an Einstein quote about genius and stupidity. They trade stories of embarrassing falls in college and elsewhere, including tumbling down steps, slipping on an incline, and tripping in a corn maze at a pumpkin patch that scared Stacy’s son. They also share car-related mishaps: Stacy forgetting where she parked for days, Stacy hitting herself in the face with her own car door, and Carol accidentally macing herself twice. They invite listeners to share similar stories and close with their catchphrase.

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Stacy and Carol welcome listeners to their podcast, celebrate nearing 500 downloads, and, while dreading tax season, decide to share childhood memories sparked by reminiscing about growing up. They swap Easter stories (egg hunts in the snow, watercolor sets, wheelbarrow baskets) and discuss favorite and disliked candies like Reese’s eggs, Cadbury eggs, foil-wrapped chocolate eggs, and Peeps. They recall playing outside—digging a “hole to China,” making mud pies in pot-pie tins, riding Big Wheels and bikes (including Stacy crashing into a truck), jumping in leaf piles, and using swing sets and a homemade “Tree House Lounge.” They talk about putting on shows, toys like Easy-Bake ovens and Snoopy snow-cone makers, early Atari games, sugary cereals and cereal-box toys, and classic board games, then invite listeners to share memories and where to listen.

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Stacy and Carol open the episode of “Start a List” by chatting about short hair preferences, comments they’ve received about haircuts, and funny childhood hair incidents, then introduce the topic: a list-style trip through memorable hairstyles and hair experiences. They reminisce about bangs gone wrong, parents cutting hair at home, and growing up in the 1980s when big hair, perms (Tony/Lilt), teasing, picks, and heavy hairspray (including White Rain and a hairspray-filled brush handle) were common, along with trends like “wings,” the Dorothy Hamill cut, Farrah Fawcett layers, Molly Ringwald’s bob, Faith Hill’s short cut, and “The Rachel.” They discuss early experiences with coloring hair, Sun-In, and at-home dye jobs, including Stacy’s accidental eggplant-purple hair that required salon bleaching, plus a failed at-home frosting/highlighting attempt that turned hair translucent white and then was dyed to tone it down. They talk about letting gray grow out during COVID to save money, note small changes like frizz and wiry hairs, and share hair facts (hair contains trace gold, grows about six inches a year, and may lose pigment about 13 days after a stressful event). The episode ends with more 80s styling memories, and an invitation for listeners to share their own hair stories before they wrap up with the show’s catchphrase.

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Stacy and Carol host episode eight of their podcast and catch up on family life as grandparents, including Carol helping care for her dad and grandson. Stacy shares that their rescued doodle, Phoebe, is approaching one year with them, which leads to a discussion of funny pet stories and pet ownership. Carol cites pet-related stats: 26% of owners throw pet birthday parties, 17% get pet tattoos, and 45% let pets sleep in the bed; Stacy admits she is planning a “gotcha day” party for Phoebe. They recount mishaps including Carol’s cat biting Stacy’s young son Lewis, causing his hand to swell and require antibiotics, and Stacy being dragged down a sidewalk by Perry’s dog Rusty, resulting in injuries and an infected foot. They also talk about wildlife encounters (albino skunks removed professionally, deer, turkeys, groundhogs, and snakes—including a snake in Carol’s kitchen and one falling into Stacy’s house). Stacy describes how Phoebe expects nightly routines like a pup cup and sandwich cheese, and shares other doodle antics such as stealing a whole hot dog, shredding towels, staining its beard with spaghetti sauce, and eating expensive raw tilapia. Carol tells a story about a chihuahua that had a veterinary procedure to reduce barking but later seemed to regain its bark, mentions a luxury pet airline called Bark, and discusses storm anxiety in dogs that led to major home damage (shredded baskets, ripped carpet, and destroyed door trim). Carol also shares pet-sitting a bird that repeatedly rang a bell and said “monkey bird,” and a story about her 90-year-old dad’s rescued puggle, Pugsley, who chased deer, caused him to fall, and then helped him get up, which her dad described as a miracle. They invite listeners to share their own stories and announce their podcast now has a Buzzsprout website with links to Apple, Spotify, and YouTube; they are nearing 500 downloads and thank listeners for sharing. They close with their sign-off encouraging people to detach and relax.

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In this week's episode of Start a List, Carol and Stacy recall the many different diets they have tried over the years. Admitting that they are all 100% user error! Laughing and discussing this real life struggle which many can relate to. They also hint at all of the exercise tools and gadgets they have purchased and tried. Stacy admits she has so many she could open her own gym. A funny and lighthearted episode that will have you rolling with laughter.

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In this episode of Start a List, Carol and Stacy discuss the current ice and snow storm. Carol suffers a slippery fall caught on camera and the hosts reminisce on icy snow storms of years past. Tips and tricks for prepping for the bad weather doesn't stop them from finding some laughs.

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In episode five of the podcast 'Start a List,' hosts Carol and Stacy delve into the frustrations and humorous moments they've experienced with customer service. Carol recounts her recent challenges with changing bank accounts, navigating automated phone systems, and dealing with unhelpful representatives. Stacy shares her own mishaps involving a defective craft table from Amazon and a mix-up with an expensive pair of shoes from a retail store. The hosts discuss the common pains of automated systems, call centers, and chat services while also acknowledging the hard work of customer service representatives. Listeners are invited to share their own funny or frustrating customer service stories in the comments.

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In this episode of 'Start a List with Carol and Stacy,' the hosts discuss the unseasonably warm January weather in Tennessee and how it's affecting their clothing choices and activities. They reminisce about past spring breaks and the need to start planning for upcoming travels. Carol shares a humorous and frustrating travel experience where she failed to catch her connecting flights, leading her to spend an uncomfortable night at Charlotte airport. Stacy tells her own stressful story of a flight delay in Philadelphia, compounded by issues with her luggage. Despite the travel woes, the hosts find humor in their situations and encourage listeners to share their funny travel stories.

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In this episode of 'Start a List with Stacy and Carol', the hosts revisit fond memories of their mall experiences from their youth. They discuss the history and significance of the first indoor climate-controlled mall, Southdale Center in Minnesota, and how the concept spread to other regions, including their own local malls, Rivergate and Hickory Hollow. They recall the social importance of malls, from being a teenager's go-to hangout spot to a place for family outings. Specific features like food courts, unique eateries, Spencer's novelty store, shoe stores with quirky promotions, and the iconic Glamour Shots store are highlighted. The conversation also touches on cruising the mall in cars and engaging in harmless mischief. The episode is laced with humor and nostalgia, aiming to bring comedic relief and joyful memories to their listeners.

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In the second episode of their podcast, Carol and Stacy share a series of hilarious and heartfelt stories. Carol celebrates her birthday on New Year's Eve, which she has mixed feelings about due to its proximity to other holidays. The duo reminisces about quirky past experiences, including how Stacy inadvertently blocked Carol on TikTok and their comical new year’s massage adventure where Stacy is taken aback by the unconventional massage techniques. They also express gratitude for the positive feedback they received on their inaugural episode and aim to bring joy and laughter to their audience with each new installment. Throughout, they emphasize their genuine friendship and humorous everyday mishaps, leaving listeners with an inspirational quote on cherishing life’s ups and downs.