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Steel Magnolias Podcast

262 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 133 ratings

Two sisters, Lainie and Laura Beth, who love family, traditions, and all things Southern! There's plenty of room at the table, so pull up a chair as we discuss Southern culture, food, hospitality, travel, history, regional events, college football, and more! Whether you are new to the South, never left the South, or just curious about the South, come on in!

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Quick Trip to Atlanta

March 14, 2023 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Atlanta, Georgia is the largest metropolitan area of the southeast and has no shortage of things to do for its visitors. Lainie made a short trip to taken a few things she had not experienced as a resident in the mid-90s as well as one place that she has frequented, but not since it’s renovation! Join us at the table to hear about her urban adventure. Luxury bus, Vonlane, a private jet on wheels! This is a first class experience that goes from one nice hotel pick up in one city to another n...

Cajun vs. Creole

March 07, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

Cajun and Creole culture has made Louisiana truly one of the most interesting areas of the American South. These two ethnic groups have their own unique history, cuisine, culture and traditions. Meet us at the table to discuss some of the similarities and differences of cajun and creole.   New Orleans Jazz Festival - April 28 - May 7, 2023 - https://www.nojazzfest.com You can share, connect and support this show in a variety of ways: Text friends and make sure they have a link to the sh...

Southern Revivals

February 28, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

As the name states, the word revival simply put is when something is revived. But what exactly? In terms of faith, theologian and preacher Jonathan Edwards once said, "Revival is the Acceleration & Intensification of the normal work of the Holy Spirit."  We think people and places are shaped by such moves so today we are discussing Southern Revivals. What happens in revival? How is that different than an awakening? What impact did any of the documented revivals in the US have on the Am...

[Re-Visit] Steel Magnolias

February 21, 2023 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

We love this story! Today we are talking all things "Steel Magnolias" from the play to the movie. Disclaimer: there are lots of spoilers in this episode, so if you haven't yet seen it we encourage you to do that first! This was a fun episode but also a hard one because the story of Steel Magnolias is sad, and yes, we cried in talking about it, and no, we did not edit all of that out. We're real. We're Steel and We're Magnolias! You can share, connect and support this show in a variety of ...

Design for Hospitality featuring Richard Keith Langham

February 14, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

Richard Keith Langham is a Manhattan-based interior designer, who is a southerner at heart. He has been an "Architectural Digest Top 100" 4 times as well as Elle Decor's A-list. He has had the privilege of doing both residential and commercial projects for some very well-known‘s and has been doing it long enough to even have had Jackie Onassis as a beloved client. We took advantage of his being in town for the annual "Antique and Garden Show" here in Nashville to sit down with him, so join u...

[Re-Visit] Southern Hospitality

February 07, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MB

We have decided this season that there are a few episodes that are just too core to who we are and too good, honestly, to keep in the vault of old seasons! So, we are re-releasing a few key topics like this one: Southern Hospitality! You can share, connect and support this show in a variety of ways: Text friends and make sure they have a link to the show Share on your Facebook or Instagram Financially support us by visiting https://tr.ee/9NKBLc2fYD Find us at steelmagnoliaspodcast.c...

Season 5 Kick Off!

January 31, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

We are back after a nice end of year break… it felt really good to step away from the mics and enjoy everything that December brings for celebrating what we have and what we are looking forward to!  Statistics mentioned in this show: There are currently around 3 to 4 million podcasts out there, according to ListenNotes. According to Amplifi and Podnews, 44% of the podcasts have less than 3 episodes! Only 720k podcasts have more than 10 episodes….out of those 720k podcasts, only 156k are...

Visit Decatur, AL

January 31, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MB

In today's episode we will share about our recent day trip to Decatur, AL.  Just 90 miles south of where we live in Franklin, TN, and a straight shot down I-65S we found a quaint down with Big Bob Gibson's famous BBQ and a natural science museum for all science lovers! Our Day: BBQ lunch at Big Bob Gibson - Widely recognized as one of the oldest and most prestigious barbecue restaurants in the world, Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q was founded in Decatur, AL in 1925. https://bigbobgibson.com A...

Visit Decatur, Alabama

January 31, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

In today's episode we will share about our recent day trip to Decatur, AL.  Just 90 miles south of where we live in Franklin, TN, and a straight shot down I-65S we found a quaint down with Big Bob Gibson's famous BBQ and a natural science museum for all science lovers! Our Day: BBQ lunch at Big Bob Gibson - Widely recognized as one of the oldest and most prestigious barbecue restaurants in the world, Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q was founded in Decatur, AL in 1925. https://bigbobgibson.com A...

Merry Christmas!

December 06, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MB

We're here to wish you a Merry Christmas as we chat about all our favorite Christmas things and close out season 4 for the year! Mentioned in this episode:  Holiday NEST Candle - https://www.nestnewyork.com/products/holiday-classic-candle-1 Hot Cranberry Drink - https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl1RGZru9k8/ The Nativity Story (movie) - https://amzn.to/3OX4l5f Peace Be With Y’all Sweatshirts - https://steelmagnoliasmedia.square.site Tim Janis YouTube Videos (peaceful scenes) - https://w...

Shop Southern - Gift Ideas for the Season

November 22, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

This has become a tradition that we do our southern gift ideas to help our listeners prepare for the gift giving season. With our economy in a dire situation, what better time to support American made products and supporting local/regional businesses! Meet us at the table to help get your gift list completed.   Previous Gift Episodes Referenced: 2021 - Southern Lifestyle Gifts - https://steelmagnoliaspodcast.com/episode/southern-lifestyle-gifts 2020 - 10 Southern Gifts - https://steel...

Virginia is for Peanuts

November 15, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

On today’s episode, we got to speak with Marshall Rabil, of Virginia-based, female and family-owned Hubbard Peanut Company, aka HUBS. Many years ago, in the small Virginia crossroads village of Sedley, Dot Hubbard developed a unique way to cook the Virginia peanuts grown on her father's farm. She diligently used only the finest peanuts from the local harvest. Today, Dot's recipe for using only the best remains unchanged. Sedley is pretty close to the NC border - directly east of Virginia B...

Fried Chicken

November 08, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Fried chicken, also known as Southern fried chicken...although we would never say that here, it’s just fried chicken which is simply breaded chicken parts that have been deep fried.  Now, that’s the simple way of putting it, but the path to getting the meat to retain juices and the breading seasoned perfectly to add crispiness AND flavor… THAT is worth of a discussion. Meet us at the table as we discuss fried chicken…    We launched merchandise for the event last week and we are making ...

Sean Dietrich LIVE at The Franklin Theatre

November 01, 2022 09:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

Here in the American South, we have a question we ask one another. Who are your people? That means, who is your family? We like to know how we connect to one another.  Our guest today is not a part of our biological family, but we do feel like he is OUR people.   Sean Dietrich is a writer, storyteller, musician, lover of bloodhounds, Atlanta Braves fan and Andy Griffith enthusiast.  His perspective on the simple, yet important things in life, is so refreshing. Meet us at the table to hear ...

Krispy Kreme

October 25, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

Driving down the road a RED neon light flashes on that catches your eye: HOT NOW the sign reads… Original Glazed Krispy Kreme. If you’ve ever experienced a warm, melty Krispy Kreme donut then you know there is no going back. How did 2 brothers in Winston Salem set out to make the most awesome donuts on the planet? Let’s take a coffee break at the table and find out…   In 1933, Vernon Carver Rudolph, the founder of Krispy Kreme, bought a doughnut shop in Paducah, Kentucky, from a French ch...

(Re-Release) Fall Foods in the South

October 18, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

In the fall of 2019, we released this episode, and we had so many similar things to discuss THIS fall that we decided to re-release it. Be prepared to be inspired with the wonderful foods in season like, Apples, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, Squashes, and so much more!    Resources and Recipes mentioned:  Clean Food by Terry Walters - https://amzn.to/31VGBFh Sweet Potato Fritters With Sriracha Mayo - https://bit.ly/35koPhd Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies (HEALTHY!) https://bit.ly/339cryv ...

Gathering Around the Fire

October 11, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

This episode releases on October 11th, which is the book release date for Sean Dietrich, aka Sean of the South’s latest book release, You Are My Sunshine… and that means we are getting even closer to our live event at The Franklin Theatre where we get to sit down in front of an audience and interview Sean.. we are so excited! And if you grabbed tickets well good on YOU because it sold out in about 8 hours! If you didn't get tickets, you can still grab the book here: https://amzn.to/3RJXUCg...

One Pot Meals

October 04, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Since the dawn of time people have been cooking in one vessel... whether they only owned one pot or they were cooking over fire and needed it all in one place, one pot meals, especially in fall and winter, are a smart way to cook. With the convergence of flavors and only one pot to clean, what’s not to love?     Recipes we referenced:  Orange Teriyaki Beef Soup - https://www.bhg.com/recipe/orange-teriyaki-beef-stew/ Thai Curry Vegetable Soup - https://www.budgetbytes.com/thai-curry-...

How to Carry on Southern Culture to Future Generations

September 27, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

In last week's episode on storytelling, we learned from Donald Davis, that there are identity cultures and fortune cultures. We have a heart to see the good parts of our southern identity go on to future generations. But how do we do that? Joining us at the table as we discuss how to carry on that culture. We’re covering the roles these all play in answering this big question: oral traditions, podcasts, films, historical landmarks, tours, dance, handmade goods and more!   Steel Magnolia...

Storytelling Culture featuring Donald Davis

September 20, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Donald Davis was born in Waynesville, North Carolina, a small town in the mountainous region of Western North Carolina. He received a B.A. from Davidson College  and a Master of Divinity degree from Duke University Divinity School. Davis served as a Methodist minister in High Point, North Carolina for over 20 years before retiring to become a professional storyteller. He has recorded over 25 storytelling albums and written several books. His long career as a teller and his promotion of the c...

Southern Cookbooks

September 13, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Recipes... they show us the step-by-step of how to prepare dishes to nourish our bodies, but they are so much more than that. They conjure up memories of people and places in very endearing ways. Whether you like the simple instruction of a can of this and a can of that, or if you like the more complex "all fresh" approach we welcome you to the table as we discuss southern cookbooks    Thanks to many of you listeners that helped us compile this list of great Southern Cookbooks.  Here a...

The King of Rock & Roll: Elvis Presley

September 06, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

Born in Tupelo, Mississippi in 1935 Elvis Aaron Presley began his career in Memphis, Tennessee and was on a fast track to become the King of Rock n Roll. He is considered one of the most significant figures of the 20th century.  He had a 149 songs to appear on Billboard’s Hot 100 Pop Chart in America. Our mom has been a life-long fan of Elvis and even got to see him perform in Las Vegas one of the 1st nights he was there in 1969. He was a special artist to our mom in ways that only fans of...

College Football Battle Cries

August 30, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

TODAY WE ANNOUNCED… OUR FIRST LIVE EVENT! We are doing our first ever LIVE podcast event October 30th at the Franklin Theatre with a very special guest, one of our favorite Southerners, Sean Dietrich, aka Sean of the South… if you know Sean’s work then you know this is gonna be a night of songs, storytelling and the nostalgia that blesses our heart immensely. We will get to interview Sean and discuss his new book that releases this fall! We get to do all of this at the historic Franklin Th...

Tex Mex

August 23, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

WHAT IS TEX MEX? How is it different than Mexican food? It's basically Mexican food with Texas ingredients. Simple as that! Well, not really. We are discussing all the favorites associated with Tex Mex.    We found a good recipe for homemade tortillas if anyone wants to try them at home - https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/homemade-tortillas/     BIG THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR FOR THIS EPISODE - TENNESSEE WOODWORKS Check out their farmhouse furniture at TennesseeWoodworks.com     ...

Cowboy Culture

August 16, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

When you hear the word cowboy, what do you think of? John Wayne or Roy Rodgers?… The internationally acclaimed football players of the Dallas Cowboys?  The crowded bar of a honky tonk? Today we are exploring cowboy culture, where it’s been and where it is today.    Cowboy hats, herd formation, church, belt buckles and poetry… cowboy culture has lots of depth!   Check out our cowgirl poet friend Teresa Burleson of Ft Worth at https://www.teresaburlesoncowgirlpoet.com     A big ...

Summer Highlights

August 09, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

A big thank you to Tennessee Woodworks for sponsoring this episode. They are craftsman for custom farmhouse style furniture They offer a wide selection of furniture for every room of your home. Go take a look for your yourself at TennesseeWoodworks.com     We have been really busy this summer and are jumping back in to episodes with our summer highlights!       SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS:   The Memphian hotel rooftop bar: Tiger and Peacock - https://tigerandpeacockmemphis.com Misso...

Low Country Cooking feat. Chef Matthew Chaplin

June 14, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

Low country cuisine of the Georgia coast and South Carolina low country is similar to Cajun cooking and the food of New Orleans... It is strongly influenced by African cuisine. We had the chance to sit down with Executive Chef Matthew Chaplin of Florence’s Lowcountry Kitchen in Charleston, SC to hear more about the seafood, rice, and one pot meals that make this food special.   About Chef Matthew Chaplin: A Charleston native who attended the Culinary Institute of Charleston, Chef Matthew...

Loggerhead Sea Turtles

June 07, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

If you’ve ever had the opportunity to visit one of the Florida, South Carolina or North Carolina beaches that border the Atlantic ocean in the summer months, you may have seen areas taped off for the protection of sea turtle hatchlings. On this episode we will discuss the endangered species of loggerhead sea turtles that often grace our southern beaches.   Each year between May and August, female loggerheads leave their ocean home to nest on the coast. They dig a large hole in the dry ar...

Southern Murals feat. Mallory Gilbreath

May 31, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

A fairly new addition to tourism sites is a list of murals in the city that you may be visiting for great photo ops. Murals are so popular both inside and out! In this episode, we are sitting down with a friend who is behind the paint brush on some of those murals and portraits.   About Mallory Gilbreath: Mallory's an Alabama native, beautiful, 22-year-old lady and Auburn University senior studying health services and administration. We first met Mallory and her family when she was just...

Iconic Music Clubs of the South

May 24, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB

Music is an integral part of any culture. Before a music artist makes it to the large venues they must start with the smaller stages... some of them are cinder block buildings with no windows others are more wide-open, holding almost 1000 people. Meet you at the table to talk about some of these beautiful humble beginnings!   Full a full list of venues or a transcript of the episode visit https://steelmagnoliaspodcast.com/episodes   A few mentioned resources:  Country Music: A Film ...

King of Soul: Otis Redding

May 17, 2022 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

Born in Dawson, Ga., Otis Redding, Jr. and his family moved to Macon when he was two years old. At an early age, he began his career as a singer and musician in the choir of the Vineville Baptist Church.  On this episode, we will discuss this legend that left us all too soon.  If you are anywhere near Macon, GA and are looking for something for a musically-interested young person to do this summer. Check out all the programs and camps available through the Otis Redding Foundation: https://...

Odd Southern Foods

May 10, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

On this episode, we are talking about odd Southern foods… more bizarre than putting your peanuts in a glass-bottled coke.. although we do recommend trying that.  These are foods that us Southerners love that might come from a roadside stand or a gas station, but as we’ve mentioned before, the origin of eating such peculiar foods usually comes from times when folks needed to use all resources and waste not.      Thank you to our patrons! We love you and could not — seriously could not ...

Dry vs. Sauced Ribs

May 03, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MB

It's grilling season! On this episode we will discuss the two different ways that ribs can be prepared. Dry rubs are simply a mixture of dry spices or seasoning that you rub onto the meat, either ahead of time or immediately prior to starting the cooking process vs. a sauced (liquid) marinade.   Lainie brought up there are different cuts of ribs: Baby Back Ribs (Memphis Style), Spare Ribs      Resources Mentioned:  Jack’s Old South Cooking School: https://myronmixon.com/bbq-cook...

Funny Festival Queens

April 26, 2022 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

Pageant culture is alive and well in the South and with that it’s festival season!   Along with festivals having great entertainment, food, vendors and family fun there is a standing tradition of pageantry that is part of many of the celebrations. On this episode, we will discuss some with the funniest titles.  Thanks to our partner Orca Coolers for their support this month. We are excited to share with y’all their 2 latest releases in drinkware: Traveler (24 oz coffee mug)- https://or...

The Great Smoky Mountains (The Smokies)

April 19, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MB

We have some incredible National Parks in this country.The most visited one is right here in the South and contains a glorious mountain range: The Great Smoky Mountains, aka The Smokies.Meet us at the table as we discuss this ridge that straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee.   We have partnered with our friends at ORCA to let you know about new product they are launching this week: the Traveler and Camper! Get a handle on your morning coffee with the ORCA Traveler, ...

Footnotes and Add-ons

April 12, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MB

This is our 159th episode, and every once in a while we wish we could go back and insert a nugget of info into an episode… so today we are taking the chance to insert those nuggets! Meet us at the table for the pearls of extra wisdom we wish that we’d said and those that are still with us after all these shows…. Referenced episodes: Southerners Throw the Best Funerals Estate Sales feat. Laura Stockett Roberts Sean Dietrich (Sean of the South) Thrasher Brothers Fannie Flagg Je...

Southerners Throw the Best Funerals

April 05, 2022 11:57 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Meet us at the table as we discuss with author Elizabeth Passarella why southerners are the very best at throwing funerals. After all, it's our opportunity to do more than provide closure, we experience the grief together, with deviled eggs, tissues, and a chance to reflect on eternity. Elizabeth is a contributing editor for Southern Living, where she writes the funniest and most heart-felt columns! A former editor at Real Simple and Vogue, she has spent more than 20 years writing about fo...

Steeplechasing

March 29, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

A steeplechase is a distance horse race in which competitors are required to jump diverse fence and ditch obstacles. Steeplechase has its origins in an equine event in 18th-century Ireland, as riders would race from town to town using church steeples.     While steeplechasing originated in Ireland, when it was brought to the U.S., it came to the South and races still occur all over the South in the Spring. We covered races in all of these cities: Aiken, SC Camden, SC Monkton, ...

Time to Plant

March 22, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

Spring is here! It is a fresh beginning… a symbol of NEW LIFE THAT IS POSSIBLE!    “To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven: A time to be born, And a time to die; A time to plant, And a time to pluck what is planted;” ‭‭Ecclesiastes‬ ‭3:1-2‬ ‭‬‬   Today we are discussing that it is time to plant!   Previous Episodes Referenced:   Southern Gardening: https://steelmagnoliaspodcast.com/episode/outdoor-entertaining-and-southern-gardens   Heirloom ...

Female Southern Authors

March 15, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

First off, thank you to our patrons that make it possible for us to now be over 150 episodes into this podcast!   We have a small but mighty group of monthly supporters and we’d really like for you to check it out..  we offer all kinds of perks including a bonus episode and all memberships are $20/month OR LESS.  This podcast is free but the perks and extras are all available at Patreon.com/SteelMagnolias so please do check that out.    It’s women’s history month and lots of focus...

24 Hours in Chattanooga

March 08, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

Tucked between the mountains of Southeast Tennessee along the beautiful Tennessee River sits the city of Chattanooga. We took a quick trip to explore and are telling you all about…   Here are the places we mentioned (we did not visit all of these in 24 hrs!): Stir Restaurant & Bar: https://stirchattanooga.com Where Laura Beth went hanggliding on Lookout Mountain (Southern Adventures): https://steelmagnoliaspodcast.com/episode/southern-adventures-from-the-sky See Rock City: https://w...

Southerners and Their Coffee

March 01, 2022 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

We talk a lot about hospitality on this podcast as it’s a huge part of southern culture… and a huge part of hospitality is food, the breaking of bread, and serving something to your guests… including …. COFFEE! Coffee is a HUGE piece of hospitality.  It’s comforting. It’s easy. It can be served in the morning or even after dinner. It is a STAPLE to life in the South. Resources / Links: "5 cities in the US southeast with strong coffee culture”: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/article...

Presidential Libraries of the South

February 22, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

This is not a nerdy episode.. or is it? Well, when a President accepts a gift from a foreign Head of State, it becomes the property of the American people, as the President works on OUR behalf. So think about that… you have gifts in museums all around the U.S.    In this episode, we are looking at the 5 Presidential Libraries that are in the South.  Lyndon B Johnson - Austin, TX - https://www.lbjlibrary.org Jimmy Carter - Atlanta, GA - https://www.jimmycarterlibrary.gov George H. Bu...

Greek Influence on Birmingham, Alabama

February 15, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

The American dream is one of opportunity that allows for aspirations to be achieved through hard work and commitment. Today we are taking a look at how that American dream was fulfilled by humble Greek immigrants in Birmingham, Alabama.    Special thanks to Stacey Craig and Sonya Twitty and the team at The Bright Star for hosting us!    Resources mentioned: "A Dive Into Birmingham’s Greek Family Tree": https://www.al.com/bhammag/2017/01/a_dive_into_birminghams_greek.html “A Cente...

Visit Birmingham: Weekend Edition

February 08, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Last year, the city of Birmingham, Alabama celebrated its 150th anniversary. 150 years ago, iron ore, coal and limestone defined Birmingham. Today, however, it may be more synonymous with the civil rights movement. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said of Birmingham, “I like to believe that the negative extremes of Birmingham's past will resolve into the positive and utopian extreme of her future, that the sins of a dark yesterday will be redeemed in the achievements of a bright tomorrow.” We had ...

Season 4 Kick Off!

February 01, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Welcome. We are so excited for a new year and a new season of the Steel Magnolias Podcast. Season Four kickoff, here we go!   Resources mentioned:  “The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry” by John Mark Comer and his supporting website: https://practicingtheway.org Travel & Leisure’s “Top 50 Places to Travel in 2022”: https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/best-places-to-travel-in-2022   Previous Episodes mentioned: Visit Nashville: https://steelmagnoliaspodcast.com/episode/visit...

Southern Lifestyle Gifts

November 23, 2021 12:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MB

The season we are approaching requires preparation. We are here to help you to prepare your heart, mind and even your gift list for what's ahead. Enjoy this season!   Here are the GIFTS we are LOVING THIS YEAR: 1) The Oyster Bed - Steak Bed https://www.theoysterbed.com/products/steak-bed-quartet 2) Old Fashioned On Purpose - 2022 planner  https://meet.theprairiehomestead.com/2022plannermain 3) Southern Hospitality Co. -  Blue Chinoserie Weekender Tote $56 (Can get monogrammed)  htt...

Tablescapes

November 16, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MB

Welcome to another episode where we get to discuss more fun of southern culture!    We are hitting our 3 year anniversary this week! Nearly 150 episodes have been produced by just 2 sisters! And with donations from some awesome listeners! If you didn’t know… we are listener supported, meaning, we have people that give to us each month to help us make the show possible! You can find 3 membership levels with different perks for each level… including supporter-exclusive Steel Magnolias po...

Holiday Wines

November 09, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

In today’s episode we are sitting down with Ami Gangemella, aka Ami on Cloud Wine, to discuss holiday wines as we approach Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and Christmas. Wine could be a part of the host gifts you’d like to consider or the menu for your special occasions.    Ami is going to help us understand how to evaluate a wine and help us confidently pair wines with the upcoming holiday meals. ____  There are a LOT of wines mentioned in today’s episode.... To follow along with all that ...

Negro Spirituals feat. Fisk Jubilee Singers

November 02, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

Negro Spirituals consist of a set of songs that were created by slaves during their time of slavery and were sung from spirit to Spirit. They carry messages from God to us, and today we can still build inspiration from these songs.    The Fisk Jubilee Singers are an American a cappella ensemble that performs Negro spirituals originally sung by slaves prior to the Civil War. The first group of Singers arranged the music and took it on the road beginning in 1871 introducing the public to a...

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