“Have you ever had to yell your dog’s name through the neighborhood and wondered if you made the right choice?” That’s just one of the hilarious questions that kicks off this episode. Join Sandy and Tricia as they dive into the art—and comedy—of naming pets, from the sentimental story of Bumper the stray to the pop-culture-inspired Shiny. You’ll laugh along as they debate the best (and quirkiest) dog and cat names, and even consider naming a pup after a beloved meteorologist. But the fun doesn’t stop there. With Thanksgiving around the corner, Sandy and Tricia set the mood for gratitude and celebration, sharing heartfelt reflections on family, friends, and the importance of being present. Tricia brings the scoop on this year’s Thanksgiving football halftime shows, featuring hometown heroes like Jack White and Post Malone, and the duo reminisce about unforgettable moments—like Dolly Parton’s cheerleader surprise—that left everyone talking. The episode also takes a playful turn into viral trends, as Sandy and Tricia unpack the Starbucks Barista Bear craze and Walmart’s cheeky “dupe.” Their witty banter—“It’s very, very coming to America. McDougalls versus McDonald’s. The only difference is the sesame seeds.”—will have you grinning as they debate the ethics and hilarity of corporate copycats.

Notable moments include:

• Tricia’s confession about “ugly crying” during Steel Magnolias, only to be outdone by her daughter’s stoic response: “She died. Mom, that didn’t get you at all?”
• Sandy’s Thanksgiving gratitude: “However you celebrate the holidays, this is a time to be thankful and be present.”
• The duo’s playful skepticism about viral merchandise: “You can’t copyright a bear… but the design, I mean, it made so fast. Maybe they knew it was going corporate espionage.”

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