The Buttonista Show

This week, we are sitting at 2BD HQ for the final time as a neighbor to Stewart's Shops. We unpack the unexpected announcement that our beloved next-door convenience store is leaving and brainstorm what the next chapter of this building could look like with us as the solo tenants (for now). We also discuss our peaks and pits, from Jack's full-circle experience at SPAC to an all-time embarrassing moment I had at the track.

EPISODE NOTES:

Jack ghosted me over the weekend (0:30)

This is what happens when you raw dog The Odyssey (4:20)

Nobody Asked Me, But... (13:55)

The million dollar merch idea I turned down (16:40)

Stewart's has left the building (29:09)

Brainstorming our next business to place in the vacant space (38:42)

Peaks and Pits presented by WellNow Urgent Care (58:08)

Reminiscing on BTS weather and core school memories (59:07)

Chuck Schumer's little toot (1:31:11)

This episode is brought to you by Tully Rinckey PLLC, a full-service law firm serving individuals and businesses in the Capital Region for over 20 years. Their attorneys are ready to protect your rights and guide you through legal matters related to Family & Matrimonial Law, Employment Law, Criminal Law, Litigation, Education Law, Business Law and Trusts & Estates. For experienced legal support from a firm that proudly gives back to its community, learn more at tullylegal.com or follow on social media @tullylegal.

This week, we're recording live from Crossgates, the epicenter of summer sales. We compare our two very different, yet surprisingly similar, weekends in Boston, break down the polarizing response to my Siro's Cup outfit, and run through a few news stories that are absolutely nuts.

EPISODE NOTES:

If you don't shop the summer sales at Crossgates you'll be kicking yourself in the pants (0:20)

Nobody Asked Me, But... (3:35)

Jack saw Noah Kahan in concert twice in one week (11:30)

...and I did not (12:23)

But we both saw some tall ships in the Boston Seaport (22:10)

Peaks and Pits (39:39)

Unpacking my Siro's Cup outfit and the polarizing response (59:04)

That's Nuts (1:21:00)

Visit Crossgates Mall and shop all of the big summer sales, including ZARA, Primark, H&M and more. You can also check out the Costco membership signup hub on the upper level across from Rack Room Shoes and get a $40 gift card with Costco's Executive Membership and receive two free months of membership when you sign up in person. Follow along with Crossgates online or on social media.

This week, we're catching up post-Independence Day which might have been one of the most memorable yet with plans we hope to recall for 300th in 2076 (god willing). We also share our differing opinions on Taylor Swift's wedding and whether or not it's weird for Jack to see particular movies in the theaters --alone --without kids.

EPISODE NOTES:

Nobody Asked Me, But.. (1:58)

Peaks and Pits presented by WellNow Urgent Care (13:55)

Deep ends at the pool are a thing of the past (17:05)

We're still rock hard for America after a great July 4th weekend (22:40)

Noah Kahan's performance in the Great Upstate (27:35)

A quintessential LG staycation (37:18)

Being behind on Love Island is pure torture (49:10)

Jack's on a movie kick (51:51)

Our takes on what we (allegedly) know about Taylor Swift's wedding (1:05:10)

Roast or Toast (1:18:28)

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This week, we're recording live on tape at Snyder's Restaurant in Halfmoon with a very special guest who is also the newest member of team Two Buttons Deep: Pat Fleming --the man behind the popular online series, Another Day Another Diner. We chat with Pat about his unique new side quest, which celebrity he sees as competition in the diner space, learn more about his diner criteria and more.

EPISODE NOTES:

Introducing our special guest (2:20)

Pat explains his signature "forward motion" photos (4:30)

The "hockey shot" that changed the game (10:30)

Our side quests (13:08)

Pat comes clean about his April Fool's joke (18:47)

Upstate NY diners are unlike any others (22:45)

How young is too young to drink coffee?..... (31:16)

Short Kings are in (36:10)

Our favorite things about America in honor of its 250th birthday (39:40)

Troyalty will be taking over @aroundtroy (48:38)

Pat's ambitious endeavor that could earn him a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records (51:15)

Roast or Toast presented by Snyder's Restaurant (53:58)

Today's episode is brought to you by Frank Adams Jewelers, a highly respected, fourth-generation family-owned luxury jeweler located on Wolf Road in Albany. For nearly a century, they’ve built a reputation as “Albany’s Finest,” growing from a small watch repair business founded in 1922 into the Capital Region’s premier destination for fine jewelry and luxury timepieces. They specialize in fine diamonds, engagement rings, and luxury watches, carrying world-renowned brands like Rolex, Tudor, David Yurman, and more. Whether you’re shopping for a once-in-a-lifetime gift or just looking to treat yourself, Frank Adams combines high-end selection with the kind of personal service that’s made them a Capital Region staple for generations. Visit them online or in person at 144 Wolf Road in Albany, open Tuesday through Saturday.

This week, we spend the episode discussing a traumatic event I witnessed outside my home last week. We unpack the experience, the horrific series of events that unfolded, and the reaction to the story in the local news.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions and discussions of a fatal motor vehicle accident.

This episode is brought to you by Tully Rinckey PLLC, a full-service law firm serving individuals and businesses in the Capital Region for over 20 years. Their attorneys are ready to protect your rights and guide you through legal matters related to Family & Matrimonial Law, Employment Law, Criminal Law, Litigation, Education Law, Business Law and Trusts & Estates. For experienced legal support from a firm that proudly gives back to its community, learn more at tullylegal.com or follow on social media @tullylegal.

This week, we're recording in the dark after a (deliberate) missed payment to National Grid has left us without power at 2BD HQ. We contemplate how quickly power will be restored once we pay up, I admit my early bird tendencies might make me a judgmental individual to live with, Jack prepares for an overnight babysitting gig and more.

EPISODE NOTES:

Experiencing sweet tread overload this summer (1:45)

National Grid shut off our power (6:05)

Nobody Asked Me, But... (14:44)

People stay up during the day and at night????? (18:25)

Wishing the Knicks got it done at home (27:37)

Peaks and Pits presented by Snyder's of Halfmoon (42:07)

Joining in on a public happy birthday (45:58)

In my flag era (1:20:42)

Catch me on Upstate Living this Thursday (1:27:10)

Roast or Toast - the $325 Siro's burger (1:30:39)

This week's episode is presented by French Mountain Commons and the Log Jam Outlets, located conveniently off Exit 20 in Lake George. You can spend an afternoon up in the ADKs shopping for summer staples for the whole family, from Gap, Banana Republic and J. Crew Factory stores, Rack Room Shoes, Le Creuset and more. Visit them online for more info and plan your next shopping trip.

This week, we're reconnecting after two weeks apart to recap Jack's trip to Cape Cod where he spent it searching for the next viral tchotchke that we unknowingly already have here at 2BD HQ. We also discuss a few unfortunate happenings in my life, embracing my W.T. ways when it comes to the racetrack, how Dave Portnoy may or may not have big time'd Jack.

EPISODE NOTES:

Nobody Asked Me, But... (1:15)

Woodpecker 101 with Jack & Taylor (3:37)

Jack's need for NeeDoh (8:00)

Mouse problems (13:28)

Peaks and Pits presented by Hoffman Car Wash (21:15)

Justifying your kid's behavior by saying "He never acts like this..." (38:05)

Accepting my Saratoga track traditions (55:00)

Roast or Toast (1:07:50)

Today's episode is brought to you by Mohawk Chevrolet located in Ballston Spa on Route 67, with a variety of brand new Chevrolet models as well as pre-owned vehicles on the lot for you to browse when you're in the market for a new ride. From expert customer service to entertaining social media content, there's plenty to love at Mohawk Chevrolet so follow along with them on social media or visit them online or in person.

This week, it's a solo episode catching up on the latest developments in motherhood, mainly the backstory of the past 18 weeks of my second pregnancy. I discuss how I knew it was time to start trying for a second baby, how I'm feeling this time vs. the first time, what not going to Target during the first trimester has taught me, answering your questions from social media and more.

EPISODE NOTES:

I really need the warmer times and chiller vibes (2:06)

Does baby #1 need to have a bucket list summer? (4:08)

Knowing when it was the right time to try for a second baby (7:58)

The first trimester the second-time around (26:50)

I finally realize Target might be a trap (37:40)

Can you love a second baby as much as the first? (48:45)

Answering your questions presented by Albany Mechanical Services (57:35)

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This week, I am pumped to finally free the bump and let my pregnancy announcement hit the podcast airwaves --starting off with how I felt about breaking the news to my cohost Jack back in March. And other news, we've got QUITE the handful of Nobody Asked Me, But...thoughts, the aftermath of getting dogged up with a footlong dog, a friendly game of roast or toast and more.

EPISODE NOTES:

Prepping for our Frank Adams visit (1:03)

Having to tell Jack I'm pregnant (8:35)

Nobody Asked Me, But... (20:25)

Peaks and Pits presented by The Edison Club (36:05)

The peak moment to get recognized (42:52)

A hot take on this whole "everything hallelujah" situation (51:44)

Taking down a footlong dog on MDW and the following mom fail afterward (53:46)

Roast or Toast (1:09:48)

Today's episode is brought to you by Frank Adams Jewelers, a highly respected, fourth-generation family-owned luxury jeweler located on Wolf Road in Albany. For nearly a century, they’ve built a reputation as “Albany’s Finest,” growing from a small watch repair business founded in 1922 into the Capital Region’s premier destinations for fine jewelry and luxury timepieces. They specialize in fine diamonds, engagement rings, and luxury watches, carrying world-renowned brands like Rolex, Tudor, David Yurman, and more. Whether you’re shopping for a once-in-a-lifetime gift or just looking to treat yourself, Frank Adams combines high-end selection with the kind of personal service that’s made them a Capital Region staple for generations. Visit them online or in person at 144 Wolf Road in Albany, open Tuesday through Saturday.

This week, we're putting the quality of this podcast on the line as we take a moment at the top to try some of the most interesting flavored snacks we found on our recent trip to Crossgates, including Hot Chili Squid Lays and of course the Flaming Anus chocolate bar.

EPISODE NOTES:

Are bookstores so back? (0:50)

Jack did me dirty on a recent IG post (8:55)

Trying --and ranking --the most peculiar snacks from Snack World (12:09)

The 2.2 million Scoville unit "Flaming Anus" chocolate bar (27:40)

Nobody Asked Me, But... (32:09)

Finding out we flamed our anuses for nothing (32:40)

Peaks and Pits presented by Albany Mechanical Services (45:15)

Stop #4 on the Road to 102: Ticonderoga (47:15)

My yearly rant against No Mow May (1:00:34)

Pasta salad is an American delicacy (1:07:30)

5 Random Things (1:16:59)

This episode is presented by Crossgates Mall, where you can get all of the latest fashion finds just in time for Memorial Day Weekend and shop a variety of retailers from local shops to some of your favorite national brands. And plus, Crossgates offers entertainment and dining options to make a day at the mall fun for the whole family. Later this year, Barnes and Noble is opening at Crossgates with more announcements in store, so stay tuned by following along with Crossgates on social media or visit them online anytime.

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