The Buttonista Show

This week, Jack is unpacking a traumatic dog attack incident he and his dogs experienced, along with what's next for Francine's healing and potential consequences for the dog's owner. We also find ourselves in complete agreement on a few topics, from coconuts being the #1 nut to 2016 being a pretty solid year as we traveled back in time to our Instagram feeds from an entire decade ago. EPISODE NOT...

This week, Jack is recapping his weekend adventure in the Adirondacks, and the start to a project he's been wanting to get off the ground for almost a decade. Also: a hidden gem (and a texting fail) at a takeout place in Saratoga, the Rejuva Center x Paesan's Pizza crossover we didn't know we needed, a football Sunday with the Bills Mafia and 5(ish) random things. EPISODE NOTES: Cobwebs vs. Spider...

It's the first episode of 2026, and fundamentally speaking, the first time Jack and Taylor have talked since the winter break. We're here to catch up, run through our peaks and pits from some much needed time off "away from this world" and get hyped for what this new year might bring. EPISODE NOTES: Is this podcast hurting our friendship? (0:42) Happy to be back at work, would be happier to be stu...

It's the last episode of 2025, and we take some time to reflect on how our holiday spirit is holding up, check in on New Year's Resolutions of years' past, recap some of our favorite moments of the year and wrap up 2025 with a pretty little holiday bow before we go OOO!!! EPISODE NOTES: Nobody Asked Me, But... (0:30) Jack is disturbed by Mary's dilation (3:23) Is our holiday spirit tapped out by n...

Today we’re recording from a cozy little perch inside Wit’s End, joined by Founder Susan Hoffman to celebrate 51 years as Upstate New York’s largest gift shop, count down the most popular gifts of the season, and relive the craziest cameo in store history. Apologies to Susan for my actions this holiday season (0:50) Admiring 51 years of décor (3:30) The worst wrapper in the family (5:55) The most...

This week, we're back at HQ recapping the third and final live show of the year on the third-to-final podcast of 2025. Jack also ranks his FOUR birthday meals he was treated to,  we discuss Martha Stewart's "best way" to eat a bagel, and preview an upcoming interview with Susan Hoffman from Wit's End Giftique . EPISODE NOTES: It's 67 in the office (0:27) A quick history of "The Tube" (0:50) Takeaw...

The latest episode of The Buttonista Show was recorded in front of a live audience at The Comedy Works in Saratoga Springs. In this show, we set our sights on getting in the holiday spirit, from heading to the Christmas Capital of the Capital Region, all the way to the Christmas Capital of the World. We also play our classic games of Roast or Toast and Question Detection with the audience, partici...

Today, we’re coming to you from the Pony Barn at June Farms for an in depth conversation with Matt Baumgartner. Matt’s brand new reality series June Farms just dropped on Amazon Prime Video, and we get into everything – from the logistics of making a reality show on an active farm, to the emotional toll on Matt and his staff, to what’s next for the property, and the potential of a season 2. Episod...

This week, we’ve got two episodes coming your way. First up: what was supposed to be a quick intro to our interview which, naturally, turned into a full-on podcast. We’re recapping the biggest holiday parades in the Great Upstate, Taylor navigating a couple tough losses, and Jack’s latest mission to keep a major family tradition alive. Stay tuned for a second episode later this week featuring Matt...

This week, we're recording live on tape at Crossgates getting in the pre-holiday shopping spirit, sharing our initial thoughts on the new June Farms reality show, and teasing a few announcements --including the dates for the next Buttonista Live Show 👀 EPISODE NOTES: A 30-page menu hates to see us coming (1:58) Nobody Asked Me, But... (4:20) What's the second best sip of coffee? (6:15) We gotta g...

It's 55 degrees in the office and the weather is starting to turn after a "do nothing" Sunday, and a relatively peculiar week in the world of Two Buttons Deep. We recap exactly how we prepared for a video shoot, Jack's peak at this new Saratoga restaurant, and how we feel about toddler skin care and a caterpillar found in someone's food at a chain restaurant in Albany. EPISODE NOTES: Nobody Asked...

This week, we're pushing one last porch pod at Mohawk Chevrolet on a windy day, recapping Jack's honeymoon in Toronto and Buffalo, try to talk ourselves off the ledge of consumerism, discuss what new toys brought my baby joy this week and read a rather interesting news article that was published over the weekend in a local paper. EPISODE NOTES: Pushing one last porch pod at Mohawk Chevrolet (0:53)...

This week, we're kicking back at Jack's apartment recapping his first married Saturday, our video that dropped this past week on 2BD, and a few local news stories we think are nuts!!! EPISODE NOTES: Happy National American Beer Day to Michelob Ultra (0:16) Jack’s now happy to not have gone on a honeymoon…yet (2:44) Peaks and Pits presented by WellNow (8:18) Jack is entering his hot husband era at...

This week, we're joined by Jack's WIFE Hannah and dedicate an entire episode to their beautiful, nontraditional wedding weekend at a venue near and ear to their hearts --Frog Alley Brewing in Schenectady. EPISODE NOTES: Mrs. Carpenter is in the third chair!!!! (0:27) Convincing Hannah to host the wedding at Frog Alley (3:52) Jack’s outfit came together at the last minute, at Crossgates (9:12) Ditc...

This week, we reflect on some of the more entertaining videos we've watched on the internet this past week, recap our time at Siege Weekend, play a game of Roast or Toast and more.  EPISODE NOTES: Nobody Asked Me, But… (1:25) Stewie V. Sainté Plaza (6:19) Apple picking is out (10:45) Peaks and Pits presented by WellNow Urgent Care (17:02) Are these people coming to trivia? (36:39) Learning about t...

This week, I'm back from my Botox and feeling better than ever post-baby's first birthday celebrations while Jack is here to chat about what makes this coming weekend so dang historical right here in Saratoga Springs. We also discuss our thoughts on the new T.S. album and recap a few stories you might've seen on the Internet. EPISODE NOTES: It's about to be a historic weekend with Saratoga 250 (0:...

This is a special Friday episode of the podcast, where I take the mic solo to recap my first year of momming as my baby turns ONE this weekend. I also discuss my first order of business after 12 months of exclusive breastfeeding and answer your questions about the peaks and pits from this past year. EPISODE NOTES: Releasing this episode on 'The Life of a Showgirl Day' (0:20) Crossgates is the  go-...

This week, Jack is officially ready to put his foot down with the Oktoberfest situation after his dog Granny met another unfortunate fate while my dog was getting a bad report card at the groomers. We also have an honest conversation about dipping my toe into the Botox world with the Rejuva Center, and breaking down the one of the craziest news stories to reach the Region from last week. EPISODE N...

Today we’re joined by Mark Mulholland—a local news legend, steak enthusiast, and founder of Kelly’s Angels, a nonprofit created in honor of his late wife. His organization helps bring smiles to kids and families who have lost a parent or sibling to cancer or other illness, and they're hosting their 15th Annual "Calling All Angels" gala on October 11 in Saratoga. Episode Notes: A shocking fact abou...

This week, we celebrate my 32nd year with a thoughtful (?) gift from Jack, dive deeper into the ongoing water bottle saga, and debate if our Labubu is counterfeit.  EPISODE NOTES: A lunch beer just isn't the same in your 30s (0:36) Celsius flavors are a little out of whack (4:11) A second episode is coming later this week for an interview with WNYT''s Mark Mulholland (6:00) Nobody Asked Me. But......

This week, Jack is really letting his D.I.N.K. flag fly and I am just sitting back soaking up the sights of him double fisting shrimp cocktails in the casual environment of his own apartment. We recap our Peaks and Pits of the week, continue on the water bottle woes, tease our next live event and more. EPISODE NOTES: Jack's impressions of his dogs Franny and Granny (3:40) Nobody Asked Jack, But.....

This week, we're recapping a world where Jack and Kourtney Kardashian were at SPAC at the same time and that fact alone is a lot to unpack. We also discuss my back-to-school thoughts changing as a new parent, the new 40oz Owala that has entered my world and ruined Jack's life, and breaking down some things that are totally nuts!!!! The Buttonista Show is presented by Michelob Ultra 🍻 EPISODE NOTE...

Three day weekends are so sick, bro! We're spending the podcast catching up on some King Size peaks, some inconvenient pits, and recapping all the six ways to Sunday that Boscovs has come up in conversation over the past few weeks. The Buttonista Show is presented by Michelob Ultra 🍻 EPISODE NOTES: What is a calorie? (0:35) Nobody Asked Me, But... (8:10) Peaks and Pits presented by WellNow (16:15...

This week, we discuss where we were when we heard the Taylor Swift engagement news, the team's attempt to win a trip to Belgium and standing on unfinished business with the governor of New York State. Also, Jack's bach(elor) party pro tips after his big weekend in Montreal. EPISODE NOTES: Today was a "You'll never forget where you were when..." day (0:30) The gift shop at Cracker Barrel is a sacre...

This week is NOT off to a super hot start, so we've made our way along Route 9  to record at Quality Design & Remodel for a little break in the action after a hectic beginning to our week at 2BD HQ and around the Great Upstate. EPISODE NOTES: We are going to raid the fridges at Quality Design & Remodel (1:08) This is a top-notch showroom to manifest the kitchen and baths of your dreams (1:57) The...