Small Town Shit

Small Town Shit
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This is Small Town Shit where “I’ll be there in five” means twenty, errands take an hour minimum, and privacy is… more of a concept than a reality. We’re not a gossip podcast but if you hear something that hits a little too close to home, that’s not our problem. Hosted by Jessie and Mel, we’re breaking down the everyday chaos of small town life, the unwritten rules, the familiar faces, and the places that somehow turn into a full social event every time. If you’ve ever said you were just running in “real quick” and got stuck talking for 45 minutes… Yeah. You belong here.

  1. Aug 12

    Things That Should Be Illegal (But Somehow Aren’t)

    We took Small Town Shit outside this week… and immediately started talking about pooping under decks. So, really, things are going great. This week, Mel and Jessie are making their official list of things that should absolutely be illegal but somehow aren’t. Public speakerphone conversations? Straight to jail. Not waving when someone lets you into traffic? Criminal. Replying to a text with just “K”? Absolutely not. The passive-aggressive thumbs-up reaction? We know what you meant. And ovaries? Honestly, we have some questions for whoever designed those. We also get into the unspoken rules of the small-town backroad wave, the absolute nightmare that is a four-way stop when everyone suddenly forgets how driving works, why Claremore’s stoplights may personally be trying to ruin our lives, and why teenagers apparently communicate almost exclusively through Snapchat now. Somewhere along the way, we attempt to figure out what the U.S. Senate actually does—which goes about as well as you’d expect—and Mel decides she is clearly qualified to become mayor. Plus: teenage boys rolling coal, multiple noises playing at once, why a single “👍🏻” can send a woman into an emotional spiral, and the realization that men really might have fewer things to worry about than women. It’s unplanned, slightly unhinged, recorded outside as the sun literally goes down on us…and exactly the kind of production quality you’ve come to expect from Small Town Shit. 🎧 Listen now and then tell us: What’s something that ISN’T illegal but absolutely should be? Send us your Small Town Shit Stories Today 👇🏼 https://forms.gle/8aehCQUF25YyBFUf6

  2. Aug 5

    I Almost Got Hooked in the Butt

    This week starts with life updates... and somehow ends with a hair extension needle nearly sending Mel to the emergency room. We catch up after a crazy couple of weeks, talk about moving Mel's grandma home (and why she has to be a future podcast guest), tell the sweetest Groundhog's Day love story you've ever heard, and then dive into the absolute chaos that unfolded during a routine hair appointment. After recovering from that near-death experience, we take a trip down memory lane and compare all the ridiculous things our parents convinced us were true—from swallowing gum and watermelon seeds to getting arrested for turning on the dome light in the car. Plus: Jessie's new tattoos from https://www.instagram.com/ever.inkstudio Why cruises aren't for usChildhood myths we still questionWhy Mel seems to have the worst luck imaginableThe importance of raising kind kidsAnd plenty of the completely unhinged tangents you'd expect from us.🎙️ Have your own Small Town Shit story? Send it in you might hear it on a future episode!  👇🏼  https://forms.gle/pqqFpP4CV4C1koTp7

  3. Jul 29

    Roasting Mom: Jake Doesn't Hold Back

    This week, Jessie hands the microphone over to her son, Jake, and nothing is off limits. From awkward small talk with friends' parents to Jessie's controlling parking lot tendencies, mood swings, and gym habits, Jake answers the questions every kid secretly thinksbut rarely says out loud. Along the way, they dive into parenting rules that finally make sense, embarrassing moments (or the lack of them), why Jessie talks in circles, and who would actually win the "funniest host" debate. It's a funny, honest, and surprisingly wholesome mother-and-son conversation that proves kids really are paying attention... even when we wish they weren't. In this episode: Jake roasts Jessie's small-talk addictionThe rental car parking incident that says everything about Jessie's personalityGym stories, Planet Fitness adventures, and unsolicited workout advice Jessie's biggest parenting flaws (according to Jake) The parenting rules kids hate... until they grow up Who's actually funnier: Jessie or Mel?What Jake would change about his mom (and Jessie's honest response)If you've ever embarrassed your teenager or been embarrassed by your parent this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, and don't forget to follow, leave a review, and send us your own Small Town Shit stories for a chance to be featured in a future episode!

  4. Jul 22

    We're Not Canceled... Yet

    After taking our first week off ever (thanks, stomach flu 🤢), we're finally back and we clearly had a lot to get caught up on. This episode has absolutely no direction... and somehow that's exactly what makes it fun. This week we talk about: Why we disappeared for a weekThe stomach bug that refused to leaveThe world's creepiest movies (according to Mel)2000s fashion, Wet Seal, Soffe shorts, and the return of rollover leggingsA cheating story that had us completely speechlessWhy finding a new relationship sounds absolutely exhaustingWhether men move on faster than womenOur first round of ridiculous "Would You Rather" questionsThe return of the infamous gang of hissing geese at the lakeAnd whether we'd rather fight one horse-sized duck or 100 duck-sized horsesAs always, we somehow start with one topic and end somewhere completely different. Don't forget to send us your Small Town Shit stories, we need them for next week's episode! 👇🏼 https://forms.gle/dGmcCrSNzkMqvQsC8 🎙️ Follow, subscribe, and leave a review if you're enjoying the chaos. And seriously... Horse-sized duck or 100 duck-sized horses? Let us know!

  5. Jul 8

    The Birthday Interrogation

    This week is a little different... because it's Jessie's birthday! 🎂 Instead of our usual stories, Mel puts Jessie in the hot seat with a round of rapid-fire questions she has never heard before. Some are serious, some are ridiculous, and a few uncover stories Jessie has somehow never told before. We talk about: Why everyone thinks she's intimidating (she swears she's nice) Her very real fear of getting kidnapped Gun safety classes and questionable advice Conspiracy theories she almost believedThe Florida trip with a guy she wasn't actually interested in Why geese are now public enemy #1What Jessie hopes to accomplish before her next birthdayYou'll laugh, you'll probably question Jessie's survival instincts, and you'll definitely learn a few things about her that we've never shared before. As always, thanks for hanging out with us every week. If you enjoy the show, share this episode with a friend, leave us a review, and follow along on social media for clips and behind-the-scenes chaos. Happy Birthday, Jessie! 🥳

  6. Jul 1

    Fireworks, Crackheads & Inflatable Chairs

    This week starts out with Fourth of July plans... and somehow ends with inflatable classroom chairs, crazy teachers, Dateline, and whether or not the dark web is worth being nosy over. Mel and Jessie swap their wildest Fourth of July memories—including a truck loaded with illegal fireworks that accidentally exploded, homemade fireworks gone horribly wrong, and the kinds of neighborhood celebrations that somehow survive every year. From there, the conversation takes a sharp turn into true crime, irrational fears, and the debate over whether being overly observant is smart... or just anxiety in disguise. They dive into everything from suspicious parking lot encounters and Dateline episodes to trusting your gut, parenting instincts, and the one situation they'd actually be willing to go to jail for. As always, they finish with hilarious childhood memories, including a third-grade teacher who required inflatable chairs, a classroom bird with questionable responsibilities, and one unforgettable school accident that nobody escaped without trauma. If you came for a Fourth of July episode... you got one. If you stayed for the complete conversational chaos... welcome home. Fourth of July traditions and favorite fireworks memories The truck full of illegal fireworks that explodedWhy Jessie is always prepared for the worst-case scenario Dateline, true crime, and trusting your instinctsWhy Mel is oddly curious about the dark webThe parenting debate: observant or overly cautious?Birthday traditions, golden birthdays, and anniversary giftsThe inflatable-chair teacher that nobody will ever forgetChildhood stories that somehow still make us laughPlenty of tangents... because that's what we do.Have your own Fourth of July disaster, crazy teacher story, or unbelievable small-town memory? Send it our way, we might feature it in a future episode! ↓ https://forms.gle/PJ19xn4Cv8S4re1u6  🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, and don't forget to follow, rate, and share Small Town Shit with your favorite people.

  7. Jun 24

    That's Not a Family Tree... It's a Family Pretzel

    This week on Small Town Shit, Mel and Jessie spend a solid 20 minutes doing what they do best, getting completely sidetracked before ever making it to the story. Between booster club drama, new job updates, gym adventures, ADHD rabbit holes, ruined schedules, and the eternal struggle of making decisions, the conversation goes everywhere before landing exactly where it needs to. Then it's time for this week's listener-submitted Small Town Story, and let's just say things get complicated. What starts as a story about an ex-boyfriend, an ex-wife, and an ex-stepdad quickly turns into one of the most tangled family situations we've ever heard. The result? A family tree so twisted that we officially rename it a family pretzel. Along the way, the girls discuss: Mel narrowly avoiding becoming Booster Club PresidentWhy Jessie can't function if she has a 3 PM appointmentThe chaos of trying to stick to a perfectly planned scheduleParking lot Zoom calls and strange Dollar General encountersThe difference between being annoyed and being truly angryResting bitch face vs. deep concentrationListener-submitted family drama that broke our brainsAnother local "family pretzel" story involving an affair nobody saw comingThe rabbit hole nobody asked for: first-cousin marriage laws across AmericaWhy Paw Paw and Aunt Linda should probably just stay friendsIf you've ever looked at someone's family situation and thought, "Wait... what?" this episode is for you. "That's not a family tree anymore. That's a family pretzel." Got a family pretzel of your own? A small-town scandal? A story that makes people say, "There is absolutely no way that's real"? Send it our way! We love hearing the wild and weird stories that only happen in small towns. 👇🏼 https://forms.gle/6emMEwEGJbbQ41dK9  Follow us on social media and keep those stories coming, we couldn't make this show without you! IG- https://www.instagram.com/smalltownshitpod?igsh=MWEweHI0bTdqcGVhZQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr FB- https://www.facebook.com/share/1BfLPH3aHt/?mibextid=wwXIfr TT-https://www.tiktok.com/@smalltownpod?_r=1&_t=ZP-97T1BPqpNOg

  8. Jun 17

    Half Brothers, Holsteins & History Lessons

    This week on Small Town Shit, we start with a shocking realization: we don't actually know how government works. Somewhere between discussing the "basketball Super Bowl," communist countries, and whether coaches should be teaching history, the conversation takes a hard left turn into family secrets, funeral stories, small-town entertainment, and one listener's unforgettable dairy farm adventure. Mel shares the unbelievable story of discovering a secret half-brother in the Philippines through Facebook, Jessie questions whether she's a psychopath because she doesn't yawn back, and somehow we end up debating whether we'd come back as hummingbirds, cows, or something even more annoying. Then we hear a listener story that proves just how different small-town teenage rebellion can be. While city kids were sneaking off to parties, these girls accidentally triggered a police search after disappearing to spend the evening hanging out with dairy cows. As always, things spiral beautifully. In This Episode: Why we think we need a history segmentThe "basketball Super Bowl" controversyGovernment, politics, and things we should probably know by nowMel's surprise half-brother in the PhilippinesFuneral mishaps and showing up in the wrong outfitSpiritual festivals, tarot cards, and good vibesWhat animal we'd come back asThe dairy farm disappearance storyGrowing up in a truly small townTurkey legs vs turkey clawsBotox math and adult problemsListener Story: A late-night dairy farm adventure turns into a full-blown police response when two teenagers forget to tell anyone where they're going. Turns out hanging out with cows at 1 AM is suspicious behavior. Who knew? Submit your stories here ↓  https://forms.gle/V2AUKFKZ2jffGVsr6

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This is Small Town Shit where “I’ll be there in five” means twenty, errands take an hour minimum, and privacy is… more of a concept than a reality. We’re not a gossip podcast but if you hear something that hits a little too close to home, that’s not our problem. Hosted by Jessie and Mel, we’re breaking down the everyday chaos of small town life, the unwritten rules, the familiar faces, and the places that somehow turn into a full social event every time. If you’ve ever said you were just running in “real quick” and got stuck talking for 45 minutes… Yeah. You belong here.

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  • Creator
    Small Town Shit
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Small Town Shit
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