List it or Leave it

Episode 19 - Weird Hills We’ll Die On (and Other July Ramblings)

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.

Episode 18 – What We Love About America (Even Right Now)

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. 💥🌭🐶

Episode 17 - Things Only Midwestern Kids Know

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.

Episode 16 - Popcorn, Please: Movies We’d Die on a Hill For

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.

Episode 15 - This One’s for the Emotional Support Animals

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.)