Episode 158B: Soap Sally
B-Side
Welcome to the B-Side, where every week we’ll dig a little deeper, drink a little longer, laugh a little harder, and share insights and itty bits you’ve never gotten to hear before.
Ghost Tales, Hemsworth Family, and Sitcom Nostalgia
The hosts discuss various topics ranging from famous actors such as the Hemsworth brothers and Skarsgard family to well-known TV shows like 'The Good Place' and 'Three's Company'. A key part of the discussion revolves around ghost stories related to the Mississippi University for Women and Columbus, Mississippi, focusing particularly on the alleged haunting of Calloway Hall by a Civil War nurse named Mary. They also bring up memories of cultural phenomena such as sitcoms like 'Cheers' and 'Sex and the City', sharing views on actors and plotlines. By the end, they explore the symbolic meaning underpinning Cinderella's story.
00:03 Introduction and Initial Banter
00:23 The Chris Hemsworth Campaign
00:51 Hollywood Hotties Discussion
01:24 The Hemsworth Brothers and The Good Place
01:54 The Hemsworth Confusion
02:34 The Skarsgard Family and Succession
03:11 The Larry Hemsworth Revelation
04:12 The Cheers Cast at the Emmys
06:13 The Mrs. Roper Gathering
06:49 The Age of Mr. Roper
08:23 Soap Sally Stories
09:06 Ghost Stories from Mississippi University for Women
16:22 Ghost Stories from Columbus, Mississippi
20:28 The Connection Between Folklore and Domestic Chores
22:14 Conclusion and Farewell
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Care for a bit'o'dirt? Patrice, Marleah, and Courtney discuss a bizarre story from Starkville, MS, where people were discovered digging up dirt to eat. They explore the history and cultural significance of geophagy, citing various traditions and the medicinal properties of kaolin clay.