This That And The Other

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Join Jody and Amanda as they dive into the joys and challenges of everyday life while navigating the rollercoaster of marriage, parenting, faith, and everything in between.

  1. OCT 6

    51. What happens when your hobby goes viral—and your life doesn’t fit the algorithm?

    Send us a text We trace how a quiet lake ritual turned into a TikTok live with tens of thousands of drop-ins, then wrestle with what to do when the fish leave and the algorithm wants more. Along the way we argue about clothes, leftovers, phone privacy, and the cost of dinner. • going from passive scrolling to consistent creation • two podcasts, time costs, and burnout risk • catfish feeding lives, spikes to 26k viewers, retention • mixing hobbies with the podcast brand on one account • TikTok algorithm timing and late-night peaks • are phones listening and how suggestions shape behavior • fallback content plans when the lake season ends • marriage micro-battles: clothes, ice, leftovers limits • eating out vs groceries, apps, deals, and church dinners Check us out on TikTok -find us on Instagram @thisthatandtheother_pod -follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/dgPq18Zsy1VxMzze/?mibextid=WC7FNe -look us up on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thisthatandtheotherpod?_t=8ksSLeCk8A3&_r=1 -subscribe on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/@ThisThatAndTheOtherPodca-qg9cn -contact us at jratliff33@yahoo.com -listen every Monday wherever you get your podcasts -also listen to Jody and his two buddies at Three Wheels No Direction Podcast every Monday and Thursday https://open.spotify.com/show/6URaZdKPqAOYrWovnrMnES?si=ZIsj6OqdQGywymW_O9H4sQ -Thank you so much for listening If you are interested in the nails or any of Amanda's social media, she talks about here is her link. https://linktr.ee/Manda772

    49 min
  2. SEP 23

    50. Between Flights and Frightening Texts: The Stories We Can't Ignore

    Send us a text We're back after a month-long break, catching up on everything from scam texts to disturbing Netflix documentaries and exciting business trips. The comfortable chaos of our return brings both serious discussions and lighthearted banter as we settle into our matching recliners. • Mysterious texts from unknown numbers are becoming more sophisticated and concerning • Netflix's "Unknown Number" documentary reveals shocking truth about a teen girl's harasser • Everything Auto towing company in Gatlinburg provides surprisingly entertaining content • Amanda's nail business trip to Scottsdale included near-missed flights and early wake-ups • Amanda received an award for selling over $20,000 in press-on nails within a year • Next year's nail conference will be in Birmingham, sparking friendly disagreement • TikTok lives of catfish feeding have unexpectedly outperformed nail content Join us for our TikTok lives at 6 PM most days to watch catfish feeding before the season ends! -find us on Instagram @thisthatandtheother_pod -follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/dgPq18Zsy1VxMzze/?mibextid=WC7FNe -look us up on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thisthatandtheotherpod?_t=8ksSLeCk8A3&_r=1 -subscribe on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/@ThisThatAndTheOtherPodca-qg9cn -contact us at jratliff33@yahoo.com -listen every Monday wherever you get your podcasts -also listen to Jody and his two buddies at Three Wheels No Direction Podcast every Monday and Thursday https://open.spotify.com/show/6URaZdKPqAOYrWovnrMnES?si=ZIsj6OqdQGywymW_O9H4sQ -Thank you so much for listening If you are interested in the nails or any of Amanda's social media, she talks about here is her link. https://linktr.ee/Manda772

    38 min
  3. AUG 14

    Meeting Comedian Dusty Slay, World's Longest Yard Sale, The Art Of Not Noticing, And More

    Send us a text Jody and Amanda share their experience visiting the World's Longest Yard Sale, encountering comedian Dusty Slay, and Jody's complete obliviousness to Amanda's fall decorations that had been up for an entire week. • Amanda has been slowly putting out fall decorations for over a week without Jody noticing • Their review of Happy Gilmore 2 – they found it too long and couldn't keep their attention • Early morning adventure to the World's Longest Yard Sale along Highway 127 • Discussion about rest areas and the mystery of separate vending machine buildings • Jody's starstruck encounter with comedian Dusty Slay in Mentone, Alabama • The one that got away – a heavy bronze dove statue Jody regrets not purchasing • Despite spending all day yard-saling, they only spent $20 on food and came home with nothing -find us on Instagram @thisthatandtheother_pod -follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/dgPq18Zsy1VxMzze/?mibextid=WC7FNe -look us up on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thisthatandtheotherpod?_t=8ksSLeCk8A3&_r=1 -subscribe on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/@ThisThatAndTheOtherPodca-qg9cn -contact us at jratliff33@yahoo.com -listen every Monday wherever you get your podcasts -also listen to Jody and his two buddies at Three Wheels No Direction Podcast every Monday and Thursday https://open.spotify.com/show/6URaZdKPqAOYrWovnrMnES?si=ZIsj6OqdQGywymW_O9H4sQ -Thank you so much for listening If you are interested in the nails or any of Amanda's social media, she talks about here is her link. https://linktr.ee/Manda772

    46 min
  4. AUG 12

    48. Women's Boxing, Wild Animal Encounters, Pepsi In A Bowl, And More

    Send us a text Jody and Amanda discuss shocking animal encounters at zoos and national parks, examining why people continue to ignore safety guidelines with wild animals. They share recent incidents including a woman losing her arm to a lion and a man being gored by a bison at Yellowstone. • Women can be surprisingly aggressive and competitive in boxing, as observed during a recent Netflix women's boxing event • The rise of Caitlin Clark has dramatically increased interest and viewership in the WNBA • A tragic case where a man killed his entire family over fears of homelessness despite assurances he would be taken care of • Lion attack at Darling Downs Zoo in Australia resulted in the zoo owner's sister losing her arm • Yellowstone bison goring incident shows why visitors should maintain the recommended 25-yard distance from wildlife • The questionable ethics of zoos, especially when animals show signs of distress like pacing • Multitasking failures like pouring Pepsi into a food bowl instead of a cup happen when we're distracted Check us out on YouTube and TikTok where we try to put videos out when we can! -find us on Instagram @thisthatandtheother_pod -follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/dgPq18Zsy1VxMzze/?mibextid=WC7FNe -look us up on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thisthatandtheotherpod?_t=8ksSLeCk8A3&_r=1 -subscribe on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/@ThisThatAndTheOtherPodca-qg9cn -contact us at jratliff33@yahoo.com -listen every Monday wherever you get your podcasts -also listen to Jody and his two buddies at Three Wheels No Direction Podcast every Monday and Thursday https://open.spotify.com/show/6URaZdKPqAOYrWovnrMnES?si=ZIsj6OqdQGywymW_O9H4sQ -Thank you so much for listening If you are interested in the nails or any of Amanda's social media, she talks about here is her link. https://linktr.ee/Manda772

    38 min
  5. JUL 14

    The Power of Prayer Keeps Us Fighting Even When Life Seems Easy

    Send us a text We explore the historic women's boxing match on Netflix featuring Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, with surprising insights about faith, fighting, and the incredible $18 million purse at stake. • Women's boxing match between Taylor and Serrano drew 74 million viewers on Netflix • Katie Taylor reportedly earned $6 million for her victory in the trilogy fight • Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions helped bring unprecedented attention to women's boxing • Taylor possibly entered to a Christian song, creating an interesting faith connection • The Marlow app identifies birds by their songs and indicates if they're rare to your area • Prayer remains important even when life is going well, not just during difficult times • Building relationships with youth through games and activities before Bible lessons creates better engagement • Church activities including VBS expected to bring in around 100 children If you need help with prayer or have questions about faith, leave us a comment, and we can work on communicating one-on-one with any questions you might have. -find us on Instagram @thisthatandtheother_pod -follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/dgPq18Zsy1VxMzze/?mibextid=WC7FNe -look us up on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thisthatandtheotherpod?_t=8ksSLeCk8A3&_r=1 -subscribe on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/@ThisThatAndTheOtherPodca-qg9cn -contact us at jratliff33@yahoo.com -listen every Monday wherever you get your podcasts -also listen to Jody and his two buddies at Three Wheels No Direction Podcast every Monday and Thursday https://open.spotify.com/show/6URaZdKPqAOYrWovnrMnES?si=ZIsj6OqdQGywymW_O9H4sQ -Thank you so much for listening If you are interested in the nails or any of Amanda's social media, she talks about here is her link. https://linktr.ee/Manda772

    28 min
  6. JUN 30

    The Art of the Yard Sale

    Send us a text We debate whether yard sales are worth the time and effort while sharing stories from our recent experience selling family furniture and household items. The challenges of early morning setups, pricing strategies, and dealing with quirky customer behavior lead to memorable moments. • Getting up early enough to catch the best sales requires dedication and planning • Pricing items at yard sales creates a paradox - we want clear prices as buyers but hesitate to set firm prices as sellers • Location and signage are critical factors that can make or break a yard sale's success • Interesting characters including an Alabama football fan haggling over Auburn merchandise and a mailman making questionable choices • Mr. Beast reportedly spent $500,000 for a private night at Disneyland but claims to need his mother's help paying for his wedding despite billionaire status Check us out on YouTube and TikTok! Comment when you see our videos posted. -find us on Instagram @thisthatandtheother_pod -follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/dgPq18Zsy1VxMzze/?mibextid=WC7FNe -look us up on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thisthatandtheotherpod?_t=8ksSLeCk8A3&_r=1 -subscribe on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/@ThisThatAndTheOtherPodca-qg9cn -contact us at jratliff33@yahoo.com -listen every Monday wherever you get your podcasts -also listen to Jody and his two buddies at Three Wheels No Direction Podcast every Monday and Thursday https://open.spotify.com/show/6URaZdKPqAOYrWovnrMnES?si=ZIsj6OqdQGywymW_O9H4sQ -Thank you so much for listening If you are interested in the nails or any of Amanda's social media, she talks about here is her link. https://linktr.ee/Manda772

    43 min
  7. JUN 24

    45. Monkeys, Mimosas, and Memories in Costa Rica: Amanda's Red Aspen Adventure

    Send us a text Amanda recounts her all-expenses-paid trip to Costa Rica earned through her work with Red Aspen nail products, sharing the challenges and joys of her tropical adventure. • Earned the trip by accumulating points through sales commissions from December to March • Faced difficult decision to travel after father passed away two days before departure • Encountered power outages from storms while packing the night before leaving • Experienced bumpy two-hour drives from the airport to the resort on roads "worse than Walker County" • Stayed at a resort with multiple pools, restaurants, and direct beach access • Encountered mischievous monkeys that would visit balconies looking for food and shiny objects • Participated in an excursion to natural hot springs near a volcano where Jurassic Park was filmed • Enjoyed complimentary 80-minute massages arranged by her team director • Attended special events including a white-dress beach dinner and "Under the Sea" prom-themed dance • Found herself naturally waking up early at 5:30 AM each day despite normally not being a morning person • Struggled with over-packed carry-on luggage and had to leave some clothes behind Subscribe to our podcast and follow us on YouTube and TikTok to keep up with our latest episodes and occasional live streams. -find us on Instagram @thisthatandtheother_pod -follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/dgPq18Zsy1VxMzze/?mibextid=WC7FNe -look us up on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thisthatandtheotherpod?_t=8ksSLeCk8A3&_r=1 -subscribe on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/@ThisThatAndTheOtherPodca-qg9cn -contact us at jratliff33@yahoo.com -listen every Monday wherever you get your podcasts -also listen to Jody and his two buddies at Three Wheels No Direction Podcast every Monday and Thursday https://open.spotify.com/show/6URaZdKPqAOYrWovnrMnES?si=ZIsj6OqdQGywymW_O9H4sQ -Thank you so much for listening If you are interested in the nails or any of Amanda's social media, she talks about here is her link. https://linktr.ee/Manda772

    45 min
  8. JUN 10

    44. When Pit Bulls Attack, Red Bull Soapbox Races, Jody's Wrinkled Shirts, And More

    Send us a text Dog attacks, exotic pet dangers, and streaming show recommendations dominate this episode as we explore when our love for animals might put us at risk. Winston, our canine companion, steals attention while we share stories and opinions on everything from pit bull tragedies to soapbox derbies. • Deadly pit bull incident where 13 dogs attacked and killed their owner • The dangers of exotic pet ownership and stories of animals turning on owners • Red Bull Soapbox Derby races featuring creative vehicles and spectacular crashes • Review of "Siren" on Netflix (6-7/10) with Kevin Bacon • Discussion of "Mobland" on Hulu and other streaming recommendations • Debate about clothing rotation and whether it's acceptable to wear the same shirt twice in a row Check us out on TikTok where we post more content than anywhere else. Hit that notification button so you'll know when we upload new videos. -find us on Instagram @thisthatandtheother_pod -follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/dgPq18Zsy1VxMzze/?mibextid=WC7FNe -look us up on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@thisthatandtheotherpod?_t=8ksSLeCk8A3&_r=1 -subscribe on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/@ThisThatAndTheOtherPodca-qg9cn -contact us at jratliff33@yahoo.com -listen every Monday wherever you get your podcasts -also listen to Jody and his two buddies at Three Wheels No Direction Podcast every Monday and Thursday https://open.spotify.com/show/6URaZdKPqAOYrWovnrMnES?si=ZIsj6OqdQGywymW_O9H4sQ -Thank you so much for listening If you are interested in the nails or any of Amanda's social media, she talks about here is her link. https://linktr.ee/Manda772

    34 min

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Join Jody and Amanda as they dive into the joys and challenges of everyday life while navigating the rollercoaster of marriage, parenting, faith, and everything in between.