Listen, Here's the Thing

Before there were strong opinions, hot takes, and Our Biased Opinion segments… there was this episode.  While Katie and Meko take a little Christmas break, we’re rewinding to our very first episode. The one that started it all.  Katie and Meko ease in with some small talk before Meko comes in hot (as she does) breaking down Harrison Butker’s c...

The ladies are back and catching up after the weekend!   Katie spent some quality time with her college bestie and her adorable kiddos, while Meko finally made her way to a local museum (and of course has thoughts).   Between stories and laughs, they dive into how to dodge holiday burnout before it hits, how to prep for Thanksgiving without losing your mind, and what makes thos...

The final episode of  Listen, Here’s the Thing  for 2025 is here, and Katie and Meko are going out loud. They break down the latest in news and pop culture, from headline-making crimes and reality stars resurfacing to the takeover of nostalgic TV reboots on Netflix.  Then it’s a rapid-fire recap of the year: standout guests, unforgettable...

This week, Katie and Meko dive straight into the cultural earthquake that is “Sean Combs: The Reckoning.” From the jaw-dropping allegations to the industry fallout, we’re breaking down the moments that made us pause, gasp, and question everything we thought we knew about the Bad Boy era.  We’re also gearing up for the real holiday plot twist: our k...

This week on Listen Here’s the Thing, the holiday glow is in full swing.   Katie and Meko recap their Thanksgiving festivities, homes packed with family, friends, and the kind of noise level only the holidays can deliver. The conversation quickly pivots to All Her Fault on Peacock, a thriller so gripping that Katie willingly sat through commercials. Yes, commercials. That’...

Katie and Meko are back with a weekend recap that includes: questionable decisions, aggressive holiday decorating, and a very important debate: are we ready for a Cher Netflix documentary or should we just… turn back time?  They’re also checking in on who actually has their holiday shopping handled (spoiler: it’s not both of them). And this week’s theme...

This week on Listen Here’s The Thing, Meko is living her best West Coast life surrounded by sunshine and her California crew, while Katie is holding it down in Michigan with Mr. Nugget and a house that is already decked for Christmas.  The ladies catch up on their weekends, Meko’s new workout discovery, reality of solo evenings and what they are currently binge watching before the conversatio...

The ladies are back and catching up after the weekend!   Katie spent some quality time with her college bestie and her adorable kiddos, while Meko finally made her way to a local museum (and of course has thoughts).   Between stories and laughs, they dive into how to dodge holiday burnout before it hits, how to prep for Thanksgiving without losing your mind, and what makes thos...

This week on Listen, Here’s the Thing, Katie and Meko are back with another round of laughs, life updates, and the kind of conversations that feel like catching up with your best friends over coffee… or wine. From cozy weekends and quiet houses to pop culture and binge-worthy shows, they’re diving into how life - and the seasons - keep changing once the kids are grown and the to-do list doesn...

After Meko’s epic hiking adventure out West, we’re back with another episode that proves wellness isn’t always what it seems. From Kourtney Kardashian’s vagina lollipops to Goop’s infamous jade eggs and vaginal steaming, we’re diving into the wild world of celebrity “health hacks” and calling out the nonsense along the way.  Then we get personal with our nightly routines (and some of our frie...

This week on Listen, Here’s the Thing, Katie and Meko are coming in hot and a little unfiltered.  From Katie’s trip through the U.P. (yes, including the weed shops) to Meko’s Ann Arbor trip and Uncork for a Cure, it’s another Weekend Catch-Up you don’t want to miss. The gals dive into everything from the 13-year-old Egyptian true-crime shocker to what’s new in pop culture, like DWTS’s big “no...

Get ready for one of our most powerful episodes yet! This week, Katie and Meko sit down with Naseem Rochette, author of The Unexpected Benefits of Being Run Over , to dive into her journey from tragedy to triumph. We explore how Naseem took a life-shattering event and turned it into her “Unbreakable” story of resilience, transformation, and purpose.  You’ll hear about how her life has changed...

This week on Listen, Here’s the Thing, Katie and Meko are back and catching up on all things midlife happenings, pop culture, and true crime obsession - with a side of canning apples and influencer swag bags.   Weekend Catch-Up:  Meko hit UofM Homecoming while Katie went full Little House on the Prairie - making applesauce, baking, and channeling her cozy-core era. They recap Love I...

Katie and Meko are back with all the laughs, hot takes, and midlife real talk you love. This week, the ladies dish on their quick New York getaway, what was planned vs. what actually happened, and the latest celebrity news, from Taylor Swift not being the Super Bowl Halftime Show, to Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman’s rumored split. Plus, their take on the Ryder Cup drama, Dancing with the Stars elim...

Katie and Meko are back with a weekend catch-up you don’t want to miss! Katie hit Ferris State for Homecoming while Meko kept busy with dinner dates and the Northwood Auto Show . From there, the ladies dive into everything they’ve been watching, bingeing Black Rabbit, getting hooked on The Girlfriend (this month’s book club pick), and revisiting the vibes of the Lilith Fair documentary.  Of c...

This week Katie and Meko are back from their Up North Michigan adventures and sharing all the stories you didn’t know you needed. From surprise small-town fun to unexpected hiccups, nothing’s off-limits.  Then, the ladies realize they completely missed the fact that the Emmy Awards even happened, but don’t worry, they’ve got plenty to say about the fashion that did make it to the red carpet.&...

Katie and Meko are back with a weekend recap and a few laughs before diving into the shows that have us glued to the couch. First up, more juicy details and wild opinions on Netflix’s , Unknown Number: High School Catfish. Then it’s time for some real talk as the ladies break down Hulu’s chilling documentary "Stalking Samantha", a story that sparks conversations every woman needs to hear about saf...

Katie and Meko are back, and this week is packed with everything from football to conspiracies (with a little wine in between).  The ladies kick things off with college football’s opening weekend and share their own empty nester double date adventures in Birmingham, MI. From there, they dive deep into Netflix’s shocking new documentary Unknown Number: High School Catfish, breaking down the tw...

Katie and Meko are back in the studio with another jam-packed episode covering everything from empty nest life to the wild world of pop culture. Katie and Meko are fresh off college drop-off while Meko just got back from Spain (and yes, losing her phone abroad was a saga).  The ladies dig into Taylor Swift’s new album, her engagement, and the rumors she may headline the Super Bowl halftime sh...

ENCORE EPISODE This week, Katie and Meko are joined by the incredible nurse injectors from Glo Skin Spa in Midland, Michigan, and things get real about Botox, fillers, lasers, and the wild world of aesthetics. 💉✨ We’re talking: The latest trends in anti-aging treatments What actually works for women over 40 Why Botox parties in someone’s living room should never be a thing (Nip/Tuck, anyone?!) G...

Before the ladies take a little summer break, Katie and Meko are here to chat up current life happenings, from the calm, golf outings and baby showers, to the final stretch of prepping kids for college. The ladies get real about how they're handling this season of change. They dive into the latest health trends—GLP-1s, sauna blankets, red light therapy, and trending new fitness AI assisted workout...

It’s Katie’s birthday, and we’re celebrating Listen, Here’s the Thing style — with wine, wit, and one of Katie’s closest friends, Kristine Lang, joining the conversation.  In this episode, we’re bringing the ultimate girls’ night energy as Kristine dives into her hottest takes on all things Bravo , the Zach Bryan and Brianna drama making headlines again, and whether she’s #TeamJustin or #Team...

Katie and Meko are back with a weekend recap you didn’t know you needed. Meko’s suddenly a Wimbledon expert, Katie’s basically living at the barre studio, and somehow, we’re already shopping for dorm rooms and debating the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (is it really worth it this year?).  Then things get deep—we’re talking A.I. and what it means for authenticity, creativity, and the jobs . Are r...

We’re Back, Baby! Ask Your Big Sisters Anything   After two weeks out of the studio, Katie and Meko are back—refreshed, a little unfiltered, and full of stories. Meko’s been jet-setting from Canada to Miami for family visits, while Katie has been fully embracing solo living (yes, there was wine… and maybe some online shopping).  But we didn’t want to jump back in without YOU—so we asked,...

This week, Katie and Meko are joined by the incredible nurse injectors from Glo Skin Spa in Midland, Michigan, and things get real about Botox, fillers, lasers, and the wild world of aesthetics. 💉✨  We’re talking:  The latest trends in anti-aging treatments  What actually works for women over 40  Why Botox parties in someone’s living room should never be a thing (Nip/Tuck, an...