The Southern Tea

Lindsie welcomes Becky Hayter to the podcast! Becky gets deeply personal about the reality of her first few months as a non-birthing mother, the lack of an immediate bond with her son, and the difficult but intentional process of building their family through IVF and a known donor. Lindsie addresses her two most recent public mishaps: a troll used her photo to attack another influencer, ...

On today's episode, Lindsie addresses Kristen's departure to prioritize her health. She also opens up about the emotional challenges of parenting through divorce, discussing Jackson's quiet emotional regression that has her worried again. Kayla and Lindsie dive into junk drawers and fitted sheets, a shocking fact about hotel comforters, and also talk at...

Lindsie talks about the aftermath of returning from her Mexico trip, navigating a triple-threat of sickness—all while battling insurance and confused pharmacists. The chaos continues with a major catfishing moment where Lindsie's face was used on a fake account to harass another public figure. VERY SUSPICIOUS! Lastly, Kristen and Lindsie dive into refinancing and how Lindsie got a caller from...

Lindsie unpacks the feelings behind Jackson turning 13 and the complexities of co-parenting. Lindsie also shares an intense ten-day struggle with constipation, leading to a discussion on TMI with partners and the miraculous power of prune juice. Plus, Kristen says she will be doing any baby showers or sprinkles, and Lindsie emphasizes the importance of focusing on the mother after childb...

For our final episode of 2025 let us revisit some fun or thought provoking moments from the second half of the year. Lindsie talked about how she struggled with being too petite and wanting to gain weight; Kristen puts some real numbers on how valuable a Stay-at-home Mom really is. Remember when Lindsie said she was on the carnivore diet and Kristen was utterly confused at that lifestyle change? W...

Let's revisit an episode from earlier in 2025! Kristen and Lindsie are ready for some summer challenges! News on AI generated content using photos of children causes Lindsie to think on how she should navigate in the future with social media. A shocking confession from a notorious serial killer catches Lindsie's attention, Kristen explains why she believes in the Last Meeting Theory, plus, they de...

In this episode, Lindsie and Kristen talk about the price of peace, debating the pros and cons of a $120K remote job versus a $240K in-office position. Plus, Kristen shares a story from her recent hospital stay and gallbladder surgery. We also dive into the week's biggest news, including the Rob Reiner family tragedy, and the heartbreaking case of the Texas A&M cheerleader, which sparks an emo...

In this episode Kayla joins Lindsie for a candid conversation about divorce and relationships, and co-parenting. Lindsie reflects on her own divorce, emphasizes the complexity of co-parenting and the very different parenting styles between her and Will. Lindsie also answers some listener questions which include the status of her relationship. Thank you to our sponsors! Aura:  Visit  Aura...

Lindsie has declared 'full-blown purge' season is officially underway. She recounts a stressful Thanksgiving that included a momentous victory: Jackson eating off a non-divided plate. Kristen and Lindsie dive into the news of a woman found alive in her coffin in Thailand, leading to a serious Google search about the Thai process of pronouncing death. They also tackle the digital apocalypse: k...

Get ready for a Thanksgiving Eve catch-up that covers everything from holiday mishaps to shocking news stories! Thank you to our sponsors! Aura: Visit AuraFrames.com and get $45 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code SOUTHERNTEA Branch Basics:  Get 15% off with the code  southerntea  at  Branchbasics.com/Southerntea  #branchbasicspod Lola: Get 40% of...

Lindsie and Kristen catch up on a chaotic week full of drama, Thanksgiving dinner prep, and a deep dive into the viral Bird Theory. They discuss a Facebook post proposing parents charge their adult children rent, they react to the controversial video of a woman ignoring the specific wish lists of Angel Tree children, and they also discuss the story of a woman who was arrested for aggravated batter...

It's a busy week of planning and life updates for Lindsie. She gives a rundown on her Thanksgiving plans, and shares how she's been planning a trip to Disney World with Jackson. Lindsie elaborates about investing in her singleness and coparenting. Kristen brings up Lindsie's social media and asks what Lindsie plans on doing when she gets back online again. Lastly, a discussion on the viral story o...

Lindsie and Kristen are ready for some peace and quiet! Lindsie gives an updates on her reading, how she's been able to find a new church to attend, and finally getting into a new routine with Jackson. Lindsie also address her current relationship status, reflects on past dating patterns and the struggle with loneliness. Kristen brings up the special crossover episodes and Lindsie responds to anot...

On this crossover finale, Lindsie and Kail continue to go through the Chrisley family fallout. Lindsie discusses her strained relationship with Savannah, the communication she had with Todd while he was in prison, and also an unfortunate email exchange regarding Nanny Faye's appearance on this very podcast. Lindsie explains the impact the family issues have had on her son, Jackson, and the hurtful...

Lindsie is joined by Kail in this special crossover episode that delves into the conversation of complex family dynamics, estrangement, and the impact of reality television on personal lives. Lindsie talks about her experience with a documentary about her family, revealing her non-participation and the emotional toll of public scrutiny. She also touches on the puppy cam sex tape threat and the dis...

Hold onto your sweet tea! Lindsie and Kristen are baffled by the math of child support, and the great debate of church attire (collared shirts vs. flip-flops, who wins?!). Plus, a wedding day exposé that'll make you gasp! Thank you to our sponsors! Cash App:  Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/e2o0vzbq #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Bank...

Lindsie is having to decide whether or not to allow Jackson to have a motorbike. Her and Kristen discuss the challenges of co-parenting decisions regarding safety and beyond. Also, Lindsie shares her frustrations with brand partnerships from an influencer and customer perspective, and Kristen has some thoughts on a tragic incident at an unlicensed daycare involving dogs. Thank you to our sponsors!...

Lindsie kicks today off with a morning dose of chaos. She shares the unexpected text from ex-husband Will, talks about the wonders of a Brazilian Blowout, and recounts her string of suspicious flat tires. Lindsie gives her thoughts on "Part of Your World," which she deeply resonated with, sparking a discussion about personal life similarities and the emotional impact of literature. Kristen can't b...

Alessandra joins the podcast today to make it a party! This week they're recording together from a special location to talk about the latest craziness in the world. Thank you to our sponsors! Branch Basics:  Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code  southerntea  at  Branchbasics.com/Southerntea  #branchbasicspod Honeylove:  Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to  hone...

Lindsie and Kristen bring the usual crash out energy, discussing the chaos of last-minute travel and the mountain of packages accumulating at Lindsie's door. Then, the complexities of body image. Lindsie and Kristen share personal experiences with clothing sizes and societal pressures, and the lasting impact of hurtful comments. Also the latest between Baldoni, Taylor Swift and Blake Lively! Linds...

Kristen and Lindsie get into some nail dilemmas, recount a wild animal encounter, and share a recent update on Jackson's school struggles. Lindsie finds out the latest revelation in the Coldplay kiss cam saga that leads into a conversation about the societal double standards of cheating. Plus, a deep dive into the Netflix documentary "Unknown Number: The Highschool Catfish", the latest on ex-cheer...

Alessandra from Vibin' & Kinda Thrivin' is back on the show! Her and Lindsie peel back the layers on modern relationships and parenting, from dating after divorce to the dangers lurking in children's online games. They react to the crazy story of a man who accidentally hires his own wife as a prostitute, and another man who secretly married three women. It truly never ends ladies! Plus, a "bri...

Bombshells, diets, and truths! Today, Lindsie and Kristen find out about Taylor Swift's engagement and a perplexing decision by Lindsie to stick to the carnivore diet leaves Kristen with questions. Also, the impact of covid babies finally getting to kindergarten, and a new study on teen mental health. Plus, a harrowing mall incident and a reflection on what truly defines a well-lived life.. Thank...

Lindsie is back from jury duty and she's STILL trying to get her life (and laundry) in order! This week, Kristen and Lindsie touch on everything from Jackson's new retainer tech to why the Amish might be allergy-free. Kristen's lists all her allergies (raspberries and ALL legumes?!) that has us questioning her quality of life. A listener writes in with some explanation on the litigation topic, sho...

For this week's episode we pull from the vault of The Southern Tea podcast... Lindsie is ready to be a sushi chef and Kristen says she might have worms in her brain. Lindsie orders a new washer to fulfill the need of washing everything all the time, which is kind of goals but also concerning. The conversation about Jackson's graduation party leads to coparenting talk and Lindsie still stands by he...