Hello, everyone! Well, it’s Tortured Poets Department time. Lara and I took a few days to digest Taylor Swift’s new double album and are ready to share our initial thoughts. If I had to describe the piece in a few words, I would choose “raw” and “brooding.” So, if you’re looking for a 1989-ish sing-a-long, I’m afraid this isn’t the era for you. Wit…

Hello, everyone! If you are a reader, this is the episode for you! I am with two of my book-loving friends and I made them sit around a darling kitchen table to share what they are devouring lately. From my research, the list is pretty good. Please know that I provide nothing other than an occasional question of verification or a hearty laugh. It w…

I’m sure you have heard that an upcoming total eclipse will wrap Texas in darkness for several minutes. It’s very exciting! In the spirit of the event, Lara and I gathered together to visit about the things that are giving us light, the things that are dark, and a few things in that weird moment between where we don’t know where they land yet. Are …

Y’all, the showrunners got me. I’ll hand it to ABC, the sneaky little buggers, and admit that they tricked me into looking at Joey’s Home Depot proposal pedestal for all the drama when I should have been looking at the white Chevy Tahoe! Daisy and Kelsey in the same vehicle? WHAT IS HAPPENING!? Some Guy in Austin and I break down the finale for you…

Hello, everyone! Can you believe we have finally reached Joey’s Women Tell All episode? I’ll tell you, Some Guy in Austin and I couldn’t care less what all the women said, but we did care about how Joey narrowed his roster down to two women. Let me tell you, dear listener, we have some thoughts. Such as: Was that the sweetest little breakup you eve…

Hello everyone! Don’t you just love those Golden Bachelor ladies? What a treat to have them fly all the way to Mexico to sit down and give (two of) our girls a pep talk about life, love, and other mysteries. I’m sure Susan, Sandra, and (not) Leslie thought long and hard about this delicate situation and how their words of wisdom would impact the yo…

Hello, everyone! I can’t believe we are one week away from hometowns. Joey has the most eclectic group of women heading into next week, right? Some Guy in Austin and I sifted through the details of episode seven to try and figure out what was going to happen in the coming weeks. Be warned that we wander from the topic of conversation a few times, a…

Hello, everyone! Je m’appelle Claude and I have officially reached the nervous status of our boy Joey. Has the Bachelor ever cried this early in a season because of all the feels he’s feeling? I know I’m the one who has been recapping this show for twenty-plus seasons, but I think that the forlorn pending angst typically hits our lead right around …

Hello, everyone! Well, after two nights and four hours of Bachelor Joey, I’ve finally figured out that our boy loves all women and would gladly marry anyone. In this episode, Some Guy in Austin and I try to figure out how we can help Joey navigate this journey. Should extra points be given to: Women who can paint somewhat concentric circles Women w…

Hello everyone! It’s episode 3 of The Bachelor, and Joey is already having to navigate a mean girl situation. The bad news is that the villain is extra spicy and a whole lotta clueless. The good news is that Maria was able to shut the nonsense down with one sentence. Some Guy in Austin and I marvel at Maria’s line and discuss several other importan…

Hello, everyone!It's a great time to be covering The Bachelor! I've had so many listeners, readers, and friends approach me about Joey and how they are fully on board with his season! And I couldn't be more delighted. Some Guy in Austin and I break the second episode down with lots of laughs and lots of questions. For example:Is the official wardro…

Hello everyone!Can you believe that we are kicking off Season 28 of The Bachelor? Gone are the days of twenty women nervously exiting a limo and giggling at their chance to find love with a stranger. Nowadays, there are so many cringy icebreakers that we have to edit it down from thirty to the top fifteen most embarrassing mishaps. Some Guy in Aust…

Hello everyone!I’m so happy to have my roommate Lara with me this episode to discuss the two shows we recently binged upon our return from Zambia. It was one of those situations where the show would end, we’d look at each other, and both agreed, without using words, that we were invested enough to move along to the next episode, even though it was …

Hello everyone!Happy New Year! Welcome to the first episode of 2024, which should technically be the second podcast of 2024, because your girl forgot to hit record a week ago when Some Guy in Austin and I sat down to discuss Gerry Gary’s wedding. Never fear. We shallow dive into the golden nuptials for a few minutes before we get into the ins and o…

Hello everyone!Well, it’s the most wonderful time of year, which means I finally have the podcast you’ve all been waiting for…our Hallmark Christmas Movie special with Stephanie! But we did things a little differently this year. Since Steph and I were both in Zambia, we decided to showcase one movie and then blind rate all the others. And let me te…

After Garfield advised her to get a dog four years ago, Emily is back for child bearing prognostication from the Orange One. Knock up this week's strip Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing Sock YouTube channel. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Member of the Missing Soc…

Hello everyone!It’s the most wonderful time of year, so Lara and I decided to take a creative approach on “the gift that keeps on giving.” In our case, this is the gift of our favorite mission organization Arise Africa and, of course, the Taylor Swift/Travis Kelse romance. All we want for Christmas is for some kids to get sponsored and for this lov…

In the season 2 finale, mega-producer Jazze Pha celebrates Hip-Hop’s 50th anniversary and reflects on his greatest hits. Artist Jevon Dewand talks redefining Trap music. The Chi’s Genesis Denise Hale discusses bullying, body positivity, and freshman life at an HBCU. The BGS hosts debate the culture's use of the word “Auntie.” Plus, poet Ashlee Haze…

Ray joins Paul and Alex to talk about Catholic wizardry, self care, and the healing power of a good view. Gaze upon this week's strip Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing Sock YouTube channel. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Member of the Missing Sock network. For oth…

Hello everyone!Well we finally made it to the Golden Bachelor finale of GerryGary’s season, and Some Guy in Austin has thoughts and opinions about what went down in Costa Rica. We LOVE Gerry/Gary, but I will say, we fly way off-base a few times, covering all sorts of other important topics like my trip to Africa, Christmas, and the artist formerly …

Paul and Alex are joined this week by Comedian and Emmy Nominated TV Writer Joey Clift to talk about Garfield, Native American Lasagna, and Garfield's chances this awards season. Cast your vote for this week's strip Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing Sock YouTube channel. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow…

Hello everyone!It's day four of our mission trip, and I had the privilege of sitting down with Angela and Lucy, who works at the MacDonald Brown School. This is where most of our days are spent helping build the library, among other things.Angela and Lucy are amazing women. How do I know? Because they managed to get an entire school of Zambians to …

Hello everyone!Well, it’s day three of our mission trip, and guess what? I don't cry once in this episode. Did I cry during the day? Of course, I did. But there were no tears on the podcast. I consider that growth.In this episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Country Director Noah Lungu. He shares the mission and vision of Arise Africa,…

It's just Paul and Alex this week, and Alex needs some help with his fitness routine. So, obviously, we turn to the Orange One for advice. Put in reps with this week's strip Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing Sock YouTube channel. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Mem…

Hello everyone!Well, it's day two of our mission trip. Do I cry in this episode? Technically, there were tears, but due to what I imagine is a bit of dehydration thanks to the Zambian heat, I didn't bawl like yesterday. You're welcome.I sat down with Ryan and Krystal Scott to discuss their experience sponsoring a child through Arise Africa. Then th…

Hello everyone!We made it to Zambia and I am thrilled to share our first story from the field with Lara, Autumn, and Lauren! I sat down with these ladies to talk about their commitment to helping raise some of the kids in the Arise homes. I need you to know that I cry a few times in this episode, so get ready for that. And also, this audio comes st…

Fashion King Groovey Lew on masterminding hip-hop’s most iconic looks. Actor Johnell Young reveals the secret to breaking into the entertainment industry. Celebrity hairstylist Dontay Savoy and got2B ambassador Tokyo Stylez are in the BGS Salon with the perfect wig install. Plus, comedian Lauren Knight performs. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

Hello everyone!All of you know that traditionally Women Tell All is my least favorite episode of the series, but in true Golden Bachelor form, GerryGary proves to be my favorite member of Bachelor Nation. He is wonderful. The women are the best. And Jesse Palmer and I celebrated and cried real tears with the entire cast.We love you Roberta!EPISODE …

Maddie joins us to talk about forest bathing, sorrow trout, whale based bedroom antics, and cleaning out your emotional fridge. Whale on this week's strip Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing Sock YouTube channel. Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Member of the Missing …

New Orleans Rapper, Rob49 on staying connected to the trenches and the effects of his parents' incarceration. Hip-Hop duo, Flyana Boss talks pushing boundaries in music and life. The BGS ladies debate women rappers' right to be raunchy. Plus, R&B artist Rex Evans performs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Hello everyone!It’s hometown week. Some Guy in Austin and I have lots of thoughts and opinions about the children, the grandchildren, and which lady will be left standing, helping ease Gerry Gary’s pain that will inevitably occur after breaking someone’s heart. We also share stories about large dead animals and their proper disposal. Gotta love tho…

Hey! Sarah's here, and she's been reading Jessica Simpson's new guide to modern witchery (it's her autobiography). Sarah tries to trick the Universe into giving her specific instructions on how to live. It doesn't work, but we do get so much peanut butter. Spread some of this week's strip on your bread Here. Join us live on YouTube at the Missing S…

Muni Long opens up about her success but on her own terms and living with Lupus. Desi Banks and Waka Flocka give Spades a new twist. Pastor Mike Todd defends his unconventional message. Plus, a BGS conversation on dissect male friend groups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

It's that time again. This year Phil Casale joins us on our annual pirate trip down river in search of candy. We won't learn much, but we'll be happy to be home by the end. We all sort of miss being criminals. Here's a link to the special if for some reason you've never watched it. Follow Phil on Instagram! Follow the Podcast on Twitter or Instagra…

Hello everyone!This week, I didn’t prepare an intro, because I don’t need one. All you have to know is that during this episode, I managed to record commentary with Some Guy in Austin and Mama. I just sat back and tried not to snort laugh. I was not successful. EPISODE NOTES:Click HERE to read the recap!Click HERE to check out my handy roster cheat…

Hello everyone!We are getting down to the nitty-gritty with Gerry, and our golden bachelor is going to have to make some serious decisions in the upcoming weeks. However, he’s pretty cut and dry during episode four. Some Guy in Austin and I discuss the dangers of fake pickleball injuries and the ramifications of using scathing language when communi…

Becca's here!! This week we talk adventures in parenting, psych ward room mates, and how to approach re-entering the work force. Get to work with this week's strip Here. You can tune in live Mondays at 11am on Missing Sock's Youtube Channel! Follow the Podcast on Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Me…

I’ve uttered this sentence approximately seventeen times since The Golden Bachelor‘s debut: “I love Jerry/Gerry with my whole heart.” He is extremely kind, highly articulate, and overwhelmingly intentional with the women with which he’s been paired. The tears! The compassion! Poor Gerry is going to have to pop and extra Xanax the day he has to send…

Welcome to Mystic Lasagna in the mornin!! Mike joined Paul and Alex for their first live stream to discuss manifesting your will, being a fridge racoon, and berets. You can join us every Monday morning at 11am EST on the Missing Sock YouTube Channel!! Follow the Podcast on Twitter or Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Twitter or …

On this week's episode of Black Girl Stuff, our hosts dive into real talk about relationships and love with guests Quincy Brown, Joey Bada$$, 19Keys and Tyler Lepley. They have a raw, candid conversation tackling topics like the evolution of gender roles, financial breakdowns in partnerships, the purpose of labels, accountability in relationships, …

Hello, everyone!It's week two, and my love for Gerry is still strong. My roommate Lara joins me today to share Gerry's first week dating twenty-two women, and we do have a count of how many times he cried. Note for the audio, I cried more than anyone in the room, and I'm not feeling weird about it at all. Lara and I break down the details of the da…

Brixx, Brii, Britt, Akilah Ffriend, and correspondent Kennedy Rue discuss sex without strings attached and Black female athletes coming under attack. Plus, BMF star Di’Vinchi opens up about healing from childhood trauma. And spoken word artist and author, Theresa the S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D performs a powerful piece. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

Hello, everyone!Well, after three years of advertisements, ABC has finally aired the inaugural episode of The Golden Bachelor, and it did not disappoint! Some Guy in Austin and I break down everything you need to know from the hour-long (PTL!) journey, including:Gerry's emotional love story with his now deceased wifeIf Leslie really dated PrinceThe…

Back on the scene with the ladies of Black Girl Stuff, singer, TV personality K. Michelle opens up about dating outside her race and learning to love herself again. Comedian Chase Anthony performs. . Plus, a BGS debate on Black vs. white woman’s tears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Ok! Let's get visual!! Paul and Alex are taking a few weeks to book guests and get things in order before we take the recording of the show to a Live Streaming Format!! Starting October 16th we'll be streaming the show every Monday at 11am EST on the Missing Sock YouTube and Twitch Channels. So join us for your first cup of coffee or your fifth dog…

Hello everyone!This podcast is a direct result of audience participation. I’m telling you, I have received more requests to record an episode on Golden Bachelor Gerry’s cast of suitors than any other season in recent memory. Bachelor Nation is INTRIGUED.Some Guy in Austin and I sift through all twenty-two women to report on the important things you…

Never Forget...that we're down in a hole full of Gorillas and Lasers. Dig down into this week's strip Here. Follow the Podcast on Twitter or Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Twitter or Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Member of the Missing Sock network. For other great shows like this one, check out https://www.missingsocknetwork.…

Although it still feels like the peak of summer here in Houston, the calendar does tell me that it is indeed September, which means it's time for a summer concert review. Lara and I take a walk down Memory Lane as we share details from the live music events we attended in 2023. To no one's surprise, this list includes Taylor Swift and Thomas Rhett.…

I'm back with my friend Stephanie, who is the ultimate travel planner for Disney and Universal vacations. Let me tell you, we cover A LOT of ground in this episode, so get ready to learn about Halloween parties on both coasts, general best practices, and even some holiday memories from our trip last year!Stephanie is educated on all things Disney a…

Why climb the mountian? Cause it was there. This week Paul and Alex talk about doing what one must until the Universe has had enough. Also, we get a long needed Nermal lore dump. Follow the Podcast on Twitter or Instagram Follow the Paul on Instagram Follow Alex on Twitter or Instagram Mystic Lasagna is a Member of the Missing Sock network. For oth…