Brilliant Observations

Paging Mommie Dearest…in this week’s trip down Childhood Trauma Lane, Missy revisits her mother’s cleanliness-based ban on anything white because, quote, “you’ll just ruin it.” Feel the love as we break Missy’s children of their birthright, courtesy of a brand new white sweatshirt. Well. White...for now.   Join the conversation online at @ListenBrilliant, @BrillObsSquad, @GirlGotMic, or www.BrilliantObservations.com. Email us for a chance to win eternal glory at BrilliantObservations.com. Or just offer us a measly donation at Patreon.com/BrilliantObservations. You know. For the kids.  

Here's a little something from the ones you love. We couldn't help ourselves. Enjoy, Dears!! Find us at @ListenBrilliant, BrilliantObservations@gmail.com, BrillObsSquad and Patreon.com/BrilliantObservations

Looking for a laugh while you clean the house, set the table, prep the food or...let's be honest, grab a menu and the remote ("Alexa, call GrubHub")? We've got you covered. We're releasing the show two days early so you'll have ample time to delay making your favorite holiday dishes. Like what you hear? Share it with family and friends who are hopefully stuck home alone just like you — #STAYtheFUCKhome — so they can join the sidesplitting, "sides"giving fun. We'll even bring the creamed corn. Ew.   We're thankful for you, as always Dear Listener. Find us on the socials @ListenBrilliant, email at BrilliantObservations@gmail.com or give at Patreon.com/BrilliantObservations. To rate us 5 stars, scroll to the bottom of the Show page (from any episode, click the three dots, then Go To Show) until you see empty stars. Swipe right across all of them to add a 5-star rating.  #StayHome #BrilliantObservations #Comedy #Podcast #Thanksgiving #GoFuckATurkey

The only people traveling for Thanksgiving are death wish assholes. Sadly, Amy was temporarily among them.  Listen with disgust as we talk holiday traditions decimated by covid and other peppy stories. And please note: we recorded and edited this episode roughly three weeks before Thanksgiving... so in the time it took to release the show, Amy has since changed her mind about travel. She and her family will all be celebrating the holiday at their individual homes this year.  So as it turns out, be like Amy.  We're thankful for you, as always Dear Listener. Find us on the socials @ListenBrilliant, email at BrilliantObservations@gmail.com or give at Patreon.com/BrilliantObservations. To rate us 5 stars, scroll to the bottom of the Show page (from any episode, click the three dots, then Go To Show) and swipe right across all the stars to add a 5-star rating. If you haven't done this, please take a moment and do it. It really helps us. 

Wash your hands, kids! Melissa takes Ethan on a college road trip, and worries she may have reached the end of her parenting journey. Naturally, our thoughts turn to last week's Fan Favorite, the Humping Phase, otherwise known as the magical milestone when kindergarteners learn to twerk it during naptime. (Trust her. She’s certified.) Join us as we work through the ups and downs (as well as the up-down-up-down) of planning for a covid soaked everything, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, college, and the great beyond. Join the conversation online at @ListenBrilliant, @BrillObsSquad, @GirlGotMic, or www.BrilliantObservations.com. If you ride, use #BrillObSquad on Peleton. Email us for a chance to win eternal glory at BrilliantObservations@gmail.com. Or just offer us a measly donation at Patreon.com/BrilliantObservations. You know. For the kids.  

Face it. We all need a little relief at this point. But holy hand cream, Jeffrey Toobin. Did you really have to jerk it at work? You be the judge, along with Amy that is, who makes no BONEs about her opinion. So grab the tissues, pervs. It’s going to be a GRIPPING conversation. Plus, if it wasn’t obvious enough already, we do everything we can to avoid talk of the election altogether with our first annual Best Of the Year list — 2020 style. Which, of course, means it kinda sucks.  Join the conversation online at @ListenBrilliant, @BrillObsSquad, @GirlGotMic, or www.BrilliantObservations.com. Email us for a chance to win eternal glory at BrilliantObservations.com. Or just offer us a measly donation at Patreon.com/BrilliantObservations. You know. For the kids.  

Missy takes a road trip and rekindles her love of loosely baked cookie toppings. Then, we see who has what it takes to lead a cult. Hint — if you're willing to place a political sign in your yard, you might not be that far off. We're up, we're down, we're eating off the ground. Must be 2020!  Join the conversation online at @ListenBrilliant, @BrillObsSquad, @GirlGotMic, or www.BrilliantObservations.com. Email us for a chance to win eternal glory at BrilliantObservations.com. Or just offer us a measly donation at Patreon.com/BrilliantObservations. You know. For the kids.  

Missy drops some big news about E's college prospects...and Amy drops to the floor. Spoiler alert: burnout is real, and it's spectacular. Plus Facebook overshares, Australian downloads and general malaise. It's all part of our Third Act. Sorta. Rate us 5 stars on Apple Podcasts with a flick of the finger. #OhMy Join the FB group at BrillObsSquad, or support us with a one-time tip in any amount at Patreon.com/BrilliantObservations. www.BrilliantObservations.com BrilliantObservations@gmail.com @ListenBrilliant @AmyFugazi 

Missy has a Vulcan mind-meld with her Foxy Boxy Peleton instructor. Amy makes good with Jon Bukenas. And hypnotists everywhere beware — we're skeptical. Plus listener feedback from Bonnie Frank of the Business Fabulous Podcast, Missy's anniversary gift and the wonders of alternative meditation. Support us on Patreon.com/BrilliantObservations, or just subscribe. That works, too. Find us on the socials @ListenBrilliant and join our Facebook group, BrillObs Squad. www.BrilliantObservations.com BrilliantObservations@Gmail.com   #brilliantobservations #friendship #midlife #50af #unscripted #nofilter #chatcast #conversation #conversational #lifestyle #ladies #friends #girlfriends #comedy #talk #chat #relatable #advice #badadvice #silly #fun #laughs #justforlaughs #stupid #snarky #unfiltered #smartless #michelleobama #uncensored #happiness #joy #life #love #friendship #community #besties #bestfriends #sex #marriagesex #sexlife #howtocope #wereinthistogether #food #foodie #foodies #passion #bellylaugh #joke #jokes #

So, our humble little podcast is rising in the comedy charts. This week, we discuss porn. Coincidence? And before you get all hot and bothered with anticipation, allow us to disappoint. Our discussion focuses on all you liars out there. At least according to Missy's "research." Add to the debate on Facebook at BrillObs Squad, or support us on www.Patreon.com/BrilliantObservations . And we'll keep coming  every week. (See what we did there?) BrilliantObservations@gmail.com www.BrilliantObservations.com  

Missy kicks off Yom Kippur with a traditional apology while Amy's eye gently weeps. Don't worry. It's just puss.  Learn the secrets behind chaffles — a delightfully savory cross between a grilled cheese and a waffle — and the best way to combat college application stress in the time of covid. Still want more? Find us on Facebook at BrillObs Squad and join the group for free.  www.BrilliantObservations.com

Even the tomatoes are pornographic. Wanna see? Join our Facebook group BrillObs Squad for extra content.

From bad parenting to friendship mishaps and back again, Missy and Amy chat up what it means to dive into "the Real." You know, kinda like we do with you every week. 

Old rivalries die hard as Missy and Amy recall their NHL loving childhoods growing up in the mid-Atlantic coast. Spoiler alert — only one of these ladies chose the right team.  Find us on all the socials at @ListenBrilliant, or visit Patreon and search Brilliant Observations to show us a token of your support.  Have a topic idea, question for the hosts or general feedback? Give us a shout at BrilliantObservations@gmail.com. 

There are no right answers anymore…especially when it comes to developmentally immature brains. (I’m looking at you, Brian.) Follow the bouncing eyeball as we navigate teens losing phone privileges, teens losing college privileges, and Amy losing marital privileges (hey now!). All that, plus Missy loses her P…iano, and briefly considers pooping in the kitchen sink.    Support Brilliant Observations Podcast Join our Facebook group BrillObs Squad (#BrillObsSquad), or connect with us on all the socials @ListenBrilliant. Donate to support us on Patreon here, or buy and wear your own swag to support us on TeePublic here. Ways to subscribe to Brilliant Observations Podcast Click here to subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click here to subscribe via RSS You can also subscribe via Stitcher   Help Us Be More Brilliant Stars are our favorite. To give us 5 stars, visit Apple Podcasts, find Brilliant Observations Podcast, click Ratings and Reviews, and slide to rate us 5 stars. You can even write us a glowing review!   Conn

Missy bemoans the hardships of an unwanted grand piano. Plus lackluster beach vacation memories. All this and moooooooorre! Join us on Facebook at BrillObs Squad for insider jokes, links, conversation and connection.  Find us on Twitter, Insta and everywhere at @ListenBrilliant or @AmyFugazi . 

Melissa samples some peanut butter flavored whiskey, then inexplicably wonders why no one will join her for family dinner. (Hint: it’s the peanut whiskey.) Amy puts the final nail in the grease-lined “hair training” coffin, and Missy and team Brilliant prepare snacks for the long slow road to the beach. Then, at minute 47:06, it's the moment you've been waiting for, when Missy and Amy discuss in graphic detail Cardi B's latest Ode to Healthy Vaginal Juices. Plugin the headphones, kids. This one is definitely NSFW.  Join our Facebook group BrillObs Squad (#BrillObsSquad), or connect with us on all the socials @ListenBrilliant. Support us with a one-time Tip on Patreon at https://bit.ly/3eSfu3F, or buy some swag at TeePublic. Help Us Be More Brilliant Stars are our favorite. To give us 5 stars, visit Apple Podcasts, find Brilliant Observations Podcast, click Ratings and Reviews, and slide to rate us 5 stars. You can even write us a glowing review! Support Brilliant Observations Podcast We’re on Patreon here, if

Earthquakes, college essays and pooping in the house. It's enough to make you throw out your topsheet. (Pigs.)  Pull up your favorite recovery chair and give us a listen.  Join our Facebook group BrillObs Squad (#BrillObsSquad), or connect with us on all the socials @ListenBrilliant. Support us with a one-time Tip on Patreon at https://bit.ly/3eSfu3F, or buy some swag at TeePublic. Help Us Be More Brilliant Stars are our favorite. To give us 5 stars, visit Apple Podcasts, find Brilliant Observations Podcast, click Ratings and Reviews, and slide to rate us 5 stars. You can even write us a glowing review! Support Brilliant Observations Podcast We’re on Patreon here, if you’d like to donate.  We’re on TeePublic here, if you’d like to buy some swag. Connect with Brilliant Observations Podcast Facebook Group: /BrillObsSquad Facebook:  @ListenBrilliant  Instagram:  @ListenBrilliant  Twitter: @ListenBrilliant  Email: BrilliantObservations@gmail.com Web Site: BrilliantObservations.com Ways to subscribe to Brilliant

Bottom Ramen  |  Brilliant Observations Podcast 153 What’s worse than Top Ramen? Bottom ramen. Prepare yourself.   Join our Facebook group BrillObs Squad (#BrillObsSquad), or connect with us on all the socials @ListenBrilliant. Support us with a one-time Tip on Patreon at https://bit.ly/3eSfu3F, or buy some swag at TeePublic. Help Us Be More Brilliant Stars are our favorite. To give us 5 stars, visit Apple Podcasts, find Brilliant Observations Podcast, click Ratings and Reviews, and slide to rate us 5 stars. You can even write us a glowing review! Support Brilliant Observations Podcast We’re on Patreon here, if you’d like to donate.  We’re on TeePublic here, if you’d like to buy some swag. Connect with Brilliant Observations Podcast Facebook Group: /BrillObsSquad Facebook:  @ListenBrilliant  Instagram:  @ListenBrilliant  Twitter: @ListenBrilliant  Email: BrilliantObservations@gmail.com Web Site: BrilliantObservations.com Ways to subscribe to Brilliant Observations Podcast Click here to subscribe via Apple