LandonTalks with Kate

We have a very special guest today, y'all. Our friend Alison Cheperdak of Elevate Etiquette is here, and she is just as lovely as you'd expect. We got to meet Alison in Richmond, Virginia, and immediately knew she was our people. She's built an incredible community online, and we've genuinely learned so much from her. Today we get into all things etiquette, from how to address an envelope to a sam...

We're back from not one but two adventures, y'all. First up: Mardi Gras! We got invited to be the Grand Marshals of the Krewe of Allah parade (the fifth oldest krewe in New Orleans!), co-Grand Marshaling with New Orleans Saints player Cam Jordan, who made Landon feel downright little bitty. We break down the whole experience, from the royal court and the party bus to getting harnessed into the flo...

Landon and Kate are in Madison, Mississippi, sitting down with producer, creative mentor, and all-around Southern gentleman Tom Rice — who greeted them with a lemon tart before he even said hello. Tom shares how he moved back to Mississippi from LA after nearly 28 years and ended up opening Louise's, Fondren's stunning jazz-age cocktail bar and restaurant, one decision at a time — starting with wa...

Hey y’all — this week’s episode starts with the question we ask every single time: where was Landon? I was in Nashville for a charity show for blood cancer research at Zanies with Carollynn Xavier-Martin and Stephen Bargatze (yes, Nate’s dad). The city was still pretty iced-over, a bunch of folks couldn’t make it, but I had a great time anyway because I will take any stage, any time, as long as I...

Hey y’all — we’re easing in (a day late and a dollar short, but we made it). It’s the last day of January, it’s freezing by Mississippi standards, and we’re talking winter weather in the South — especially the kind that isn’t snow, it’s straight-up ice and wrecks the infrastructure. We’re also putting our money where our mouth is and pointing you toward the Domestic Abuse Family Shelter of Mississ...

We’re back for year two (or season two—whatever, the algorithm is gonna call it what it wants) and we’ve finally decided that rushing to post on Tuesdays was too much. Friday's feel cozier, so here we are— sipping hot apple tea because TikTok convinced us boiling apples cures colds, and wondering what we are supposed to do for colds. We missed y’all, for real, and this whole episode is just us cat...

Welcome back to the couch, y’all — the Christmas tree is already up, the tacos are on the table, and we’re recording this one at 8 p.m. like two people who’ve lived five lives in a week. We jump right in with the wild, last-minute launch of the new Lingua Franca NYC x Landon Talks drop — heirloom cotton-cashmere sweaters, hand-stitched in the U.S., featuring All Y’all, Bless Your Heart, Lollygagge...

Y’all, we’ve been flung through time and space — Nashville to New York to the Smokies — and it’s time to tell the story. We start in Nashville at the Hutton Hotel for their immersive “Witch, Please” event (Wizard of Oz theme, Broadway stars, and a round of mocktails). Then I jet to New York City for a Food52 x Dollar General event featuring Kathy Ireland — and a frantic last-minute outfit change a...

Meet Mollie—Landon’s cousin’s sister and our lifelong best friend—bringing peak cousin-sister energy and real ER chops. We compare vintage Barbies to “do not touch” Barbies, relive horse-girl lore (Palomino vs. buckskin), and get way too into hobby-horsing. Mollie shares night-shift truths (including a data-backed PSA about weenie dogs), Landon confesses the four-wheeler/tree incident, and we revi...

We’re back, y’all. Landon refuses the Ferris wheel (snack captain on the ground), while Kate happily waves from the top. We debrief a joyful Lemuria signing, Landon’s dream-within-his-content visit to the Junior League of Jackson Sustainers (Penny with an “i,” you’re iconic), and everything South Mississippi Fair: TK’s chicken on a stick supremacy, why games are ambiance not obligations, and the c...

We kick off with housekeeping: we want a private place for this podcast community to hang out (FB group? Discord? You tell us). Then Sweet Tea: the Great Dolly Scare of 2025—Facebook prayer-request energy meets global panic—ends with Dolly herself saying, “I ain’t dead yet.” Amen. Trip recap: our 14-year anniversary at Camp Creek Inn on 30A—cool rooms, A+ bed, and the glorious Treat Suite (chips,...

We start on the couch in peak “sweatshirt-around-your-waist” weather and immediately detour into big news: Landon’s new Christmas book is out—tiny enough for a stocking, cozy enough to read on repeat, and packed with Southern glossary gems and Aunt Charlotte’s sweet potato pie. Then we spiral (as usual) into the Organisms Episode: indoor vs. outdoor cats, why our dog Kobe Bryant smells like troubl...

This is a good one y’all! Today we sit down with Ivy Odom, the beloved face of Southern Living Magazine. Ivy has become a true Southern icon through her videos, recipes, and now her brand-new cookbook. She shares how her work has transformed Southern Living for a new generation, what went into creating her book, and the personal family recipes that inspired it. We also talk about Southern culture,...

Landon and Kate are back on the Cozy Couch for an episode full of laughter, nostalgia, and tough choices. The main event? A Southern-style “This or That” game that dives into phrases, traditions, and quirks of everyday life—from highfalutin vs. putting on airs to haint blue porch ceilings vs. red doors. Along the way, they touch on birthday statistics, snailfish discoveries, and what it really mea...

Landon and Kate are back on the couch diving into everything from crime documentaries that can’t quite stick the landing to their nostalgia-fueled ER binge. They unpack what makes journalism both vital and messy, share their personal struggles with mornings and wake up calls, and even debate which TV dramas get hospital life right. With humor, candor, and a lot of curiosity, they explore why wakin...

Fall might not be here just yet, but Landon and Kate are already in full faux fall mode — scarves inside, apple vs pumpkin debates, and cinnamon everything. From comedy shows in Atlanta to champagne sabering at the Intercontinental, they share their latest adventures, including an unforgettable guest appearance at Amy Brown’s stunning home.  The conversation shifts from laughs to jaw-dropping docu...

Landon and Kate are back with another cozy, chaotic, and laugh-filled episode. This week, they’re diving into everything from the silliness of Christian Girl Fall on TikTok to the deep traditions of Southern tailgating — and yes, they have plenty of opinions on who really does it best. There’s sweet tea in hand, a little solar power talk (because why not), and some nostalgic detours through Friday...

In this episode we dive headfirst into a game of This or That — and nothing is off the table. From the eternal breakfast battle of coffee vs tea to the great dinner showdown of pizza vs tacos, we debate it all. We even wander into road trip vs flight drama, the book vs movie wars, and yes… the controversial world of bacon grease.  It’s equal parts hilarious, nostalgic, and chaotic in the best way....

Pour yourself some sweet tea and join Landon and Kate for another story packed episode! They spill all the juicy details of a jam packed week, from Charlie’s back to school buzz to a smooth flight to Atlanta for the Small Independent Booksellers Association event. The highlight? Strutting down the red carpet at a star studded premiere, where Landon swaps smiles (and an elbow bump photo bomb!) with...

Join Landon & Kate for another lively, Southern-flavored episode of Landon Talks with Kate, where they dive into a whirlwind of topics with their signature charm and humor. From the serious business of hurricane season and the dangers of tsunamis to the wild world of tornadoes and storm chasers, they unpack the South’s love-hate relationship with extreme weather. They also share a heartwarming upd...

Join Landon and Kate for a cozy, laugh-filled episode straight from their living room with their furry podcast star, Koby the Yorkie! In this lighthearted chat, they dive into the joys and chaos of back-to-school season as their son starts up school again, reminiscing about their own school days and the strict yet inspiring English teachers who shaped their writing. From dodging passive voice to m...

In this lively episode Landon & Kate dive into the heart of Southern culture, exploring their "ever growing list" of quirky Southern phrases and traditions. From the debate over "buggies" versus shopping carts to the proper care of cast iron skillets, they unpack the charm and controversy of Southern lingo like "might could," "catty wampus," and "Vienna sausages" (pronounced "Vainy" in Mississippi...

Landon and Kate are back from their Nashville adventure and they’re catching up on everything from their trip to what’s been keeping them entertained lately. From chatting about theme parks they’re excited to visit, to what video games and shows have their attention right now, it’s a full catch-up session with plenty of laughs and stories along the way!  They also want to hear from you! If you’re...

Landon and Kate are back! After a much needed break they are ready to catch up. In this episode, they share what they have been up to while away, from spending time with family to a few travel mishaps that kept Landon on his toes. The kid travel went surprisingly well, but his solo plans did not exactly go off without a hitch. Kate also brings a little sweet tea to the table, and if you stick arou...

Brian Bates joins us this week to tell us all about his journey to becoming a professional comedian. We first met Brian at Landon’s very first stand up show, and he was so kind to welcome Landon into the world of comedy. Today, we talk about everything from being a clean comic to how his comedy has changed throughout his life. From becoming a comedian to becoming a dad, Brian is proof it's never t...