Hot Mess Roundtable
Welcome to The Hot Mess Roundtable, the podcast where three candid friends dive headfirst into the chaotic waters of modern womanhood. Meet Amanda, Jordan, and Lauren, three women unapologetically embracing their beautiful, messy lives in a world that often demands perfection. In each episode, this dynamic trio tackles the highs, lows, and hilarious mishaps of navigating today’s perfectionist society. With a dash of laughter, a pinch of friendship, and just the right amount of snark, they explore everything from career pressures and relationship challenges to beauty standards and mental health. Join them on their unfiltered journey as they share their candid experiences, personal anecdotes, and the occasional embarrassing story – because, let’s face it, life isn’t Instagram-perfect, and that’s perfectly okay. Expect candid conversations, guest appearances, and plenty of relatable moments that will make you feel like you’re chatting with your own best friends. Tune in to The Hot Mess Roundtable and discover that life’s imperfections are what make it truly extraordinary. Embrace the mess, and remember, you’re not alone in this wild ride called womanhood. Disclaimer: The information we provide is purely for entertainment purposes. We are three hot messes, we are not your attorneys, doctors, financial advisors, or therapists. If you need legal, medical, financial, or psychological help, seek a professional. We specialize in delivering laughter, not counsel. We sincerely apologize for any butchering of names, places, or concepts that may occur during this podcast. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we may occasionally forget to cite our sources or give credit where it’s due. It’s all in good fun, so don’t take anything personally.
Episodes

Monday Feb 26, 2024
E007: The Joys of Pet Parenthood
Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
This week the ultimate pet parent, Susan, joins us as our first-ever guest to talk about the joys and challenges of caring for fur babies!
Interact with us in our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/811490077445964
This Week's References & Recommendations:
https://www.forbes.com/advisor/pet-insurance/pet-ownership-statistics/#:~:text=Dogs%20are%20more%20popular%20than,29%25%20of%20households%20own%20cats
https://www.forbes.com/advisor/pet-insurance/pet-adoption-statistics/
https://www.petfinder.com/
Mess Express Story: Florida man tells deputies he drank at stop signs, signals only:
https://www.fox13news.com/news/florida-man-tells-deputies-he-drank-at-stop-signs-signals-only
Our theme song was created by Top Flow Productions: https://pixabay.com/users/top-flow-production-28521292/

Monday Feb 19, 2024
E006: How to Make Friends as an Adult
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Monday Feb 19, 2024
Why is making friendships and sustaining social connections as an adult so hard?
Interact with us in our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/811490077445964
This Week's References & Recommendations:
Aetos Center for Performing Arts: https://www.nixapublicschools.net/aetos
https://www.elfster.com/
CDC Zombie Outbreak Guide: https://blogs.cdc.gov/publichealthmatters/2012/02/thewalkingdead/
https://www.cdc.gov/emotional-wellbeing/social-connectedness/affect-health.htm#:~:text=Our%20relationships%20with%20family%2C%20friends,mental%20and%20physical%20health%20outcomes
https://www.goodrx.com/health-topic/mental-health/how-to-make-friends-as-an-adult
Village Meeple board game café: https://www.villagemeeple.com/
Trivia Night at the Alamo: https://drafthouse.com/springfield/show/trivia-tuesday-in-the-backlot-taproom
Hot Mess Express Story: Couple desperate for baby having sex wrong way for 4 years - and wife is still a virgin: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/couple-desperate-baby-having-sex-31568857
Our theme song was created by Top Flow Productions: https://pixabay.com/users/top-flow-production-28521292/

Monday Feb 12, 2024
E005:The Importance of Self-Care
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
This week we learn what self-care really is and how to prioritize it.
Interact with us in our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/811490077445964
This Week's References:
French 75 Drink: https://pin.it/49hfNqATH
Amanda's Wax Recommendation, Shelby at the Wax Coven: https://www.instagram.com/the_wax_coven/
Lauren's Show Recommendation, Godless: https://www.netflix.com/title/80097141
Jordan's Hairstylist, Kassi: https://www.instagram.com/kassiwilliamshair/?hl=en
Lauren's Esthetician, Ashley: https://www.facebook.com/LivelyEsthetics
Hello Fresh: www.hellofresh.com
Amanda's Viral TikTok Pasta Salad: Sooo good @Valerie Rogers og @Katryce #pastasalad
Anna Jones published an article on the University of Alabama at Birmingham's website titled: Self Care: What is it? Why is it so important for your health? https://www.uab.edu/news/youcanuse/item/13176-self-care-what-is-it-why-is-it-so-important-for-your-health#:~:text=It%20is%20essential%20to%20overall,illness%20and%20increase%20energy%20levels.
Jordan's Housekeeping Service Recommendation, Janitor Jane: www.janitorjane.com
Jordan's Recommendation on Bat Boxes: https://www.amazon.com/Kenley-Bat-House-Handcrafted-Resistant/dp/B01EYTVBLE/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?crid=1N3FPC8E7K5R5&keywords=bat+box&qid=1707673079&sprefix=bat+box%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-4-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1
Amanda's Recommendation, Citronella Incense Sticks: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083ZH5DH2/ref=sw_img_1?smid=A1D74Z785ZERXM&psc=1
Amanda & Jordan's Show Recommendation, Supernatural: https://www.netflix.com/title/70143825
Hot Mess Express: Mansion Society Coffee Shop Wedding Story: https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=382213537689829&id=100077035583441&mibextid=WC7FNe
Email us your recommendations at hotmessroundtable@gmail.com
Our theme song was created by Top Flow Productions: https://pixabay.com/users/top-flow-production-28521292/

Sunday Feb 04, 2024
E004: Love & Marriage
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
We are talking all about love and marriage just in time for Valentine's Day!
Interact with us in our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/811490077445964
References & Recommendations from This Week's Episode:
https://5lovelanguages.com
https://www.newsweek.com/book-1950-hilarious-tip-look-after-husband-wife-marriage-1708668
No matter how messy your week was, at least you didn't get your head stuck in a microwave:
https://www.newser.com/story/252598/firefighters-rescue-man-who-cemented-head-in-microwave.html
Our theme song was created by Top Flow Productions: https://pixabay.com/users/top-flow-production-28521292/

Monday Jan 29, 2024
E003: It's Fashion Week!
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Monday Jan 29, 2024
The girls tackle all things fashion this week!
Interact with us in our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/811490077445964
References & Recommendations from This Week's Episode:
Dad's disposable wine glasses: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BKTG35L6?ref=nb_sb_ss_w_as-reorder_k0_1_23&=&crid=27C6390MQR6NE&=&sprefix=disposable+wine+glasses
Alterations by Jo Ann: https://www.facebook.com/alterationsbyjoann/
Rent the Runway: www.renttherunway.com
Kate Spade Outlet: www.katespadeoutlet.com
Armoire: https://armoire.style
Margo's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@idk_marg0?lang=en
Plaza Shoes: https://plazashoestore.com/
Shein: https://us.shein.com/?url_from=usgooglebrandshein_sheinshein_srsa_20210930&cid=370313608&setid=25652838688&adid=549022341969&pf=GOOGLE&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA8NKtBhBtEiwAq5aX2A94wi8c4UVtIBySYo-hcLdIF8JeG3r9D7i2AacgyWgpffUTJoe6mBoCFN8QAvD_BwE
Lauren's Esthetician, Ashley:
Lori with House of Colour Kansas City: https://www.hockansascity.com/
Jordan's Hairstylist, Kassi: https://www.instagram.com/kassiwilliamshair/?hl=en
Lauren's Esthetician: https://www.facebook.com/LivelyEsthetics
No matter how rough you week was, at least you didn't get trapped in a public outhouse toilet!
Officials Find Michigan Woman Trapped Inside Toilet Over 1 stinkin' Gadget https://www.huffpost.com/entry/michigan-woman-trapped-outhouse-toilet-apple-watch_n_650c06cee4b084e6f869cd34
Our theme song was created by Top Flow Productions: https://pixabay.com/users/top-flow-production-28521292/

Monday Jan 22, 2024
E002: Home Organization in the New Year
Monday Jan 22, 2024
Monday Jan 22, 2024
The girls tackle their unorganized houses and discuss strategies and products that help them keep the chaos in check.
Articles and Product Recommendations from this Week's Episode:
Kon Mari Website: https://konmari.com/
Katrina at 2B Organized: http://2b-organized.com/locations/springfield-mo/
Permanent Outdoor Christmas Lights: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BCQ3C4T2/?coliid=IF07U0L91G47H&colid=3NDVBPUZ0IWSM&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it&th=1
LEVOIT Air Purifier: https://www.amazon.com/LEVOIT-Purifier-Home-Allergies-Pets/dp/B07VVK39F7/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=levoit%2Bair%2Bpurifier&qid=1705267775&sr=8-3&th=1
Bounce Pet Hair Dryer Sheets: https://www.amazon.com/Bounce-Fabric-Softener-Sheets-Fighters/dp/B0B7CQKP5Z/ref=sr_1_2_pp?crid=1SDYSZPX518PU&keywords=bounce+pet&qid=1705267830&rdc=1&sprefix=bounce+pet%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-2
Shark Robot Vacuum Self-Emptying Base: https://www.amazon.com/Shark-R1001AE-Self-Empty-Connected-Capacity/dp/B07S864GPW/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1WVF5EQJQVU38&keywords=shark%2Brobot%2Bvacuum%2Bself%2Bemptying&qid=1705267889&sprefix=shark%2Brobot%2Bvacuum%2Bs%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-3&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.c3015c4a-46bb-44b9-81a4-dc28e6d374b3&th=1
Purriko Refrigerator Deodorizer: https://www.amazon.com/Refrigerator-Deodorizer-Eliminator-Charcoal-Purifying/dp/B09VZ11WHK/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2L0LUD9J83BCJ&keywords=Purriko&qid=1705267916&sprefix=purriko%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-3
Bamboo Drawer Organizers: https://www.target.com/p/set-of-2-bamboo-expandable-drawer-dividers-brightroom-8482/-/A-83547443
Corner Cabinet Swing Out Organizer: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7H5W8XY/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?pd_rd_i=B0B7H5W8XY&pd_rd_w=L2uzH&content-id=amzn1.sym.d81b167d-1f9e-48b6-87d8-8aa5e473ea8c&pf_rd_p=d81b167d-1f9e-48b6-87d8-8aa5e473ea8c&pf_rd_r=9N325G90ZJ2X2VB7HRRG&pd_rd_wg=bu4S0&pd_rd_r=ae84f6f6-6eed-4a31-ac8a-74ddd18bbe19&s=home-garden&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&th=1
HelloFresh: https://www.hellofresh.com/pages/meal-kit-delivery?page=pages&page=meal-kit-delivery&addShippingOnTotal=true&brand=HelloFresh&c=07-LTQ2B2TT2&dis_channel=sea-brand&discount_comm_id=69a00013-80db-4f6e-8cdb-87ca07973397&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAqY6tBhAtEiwAHeRopWiqBi68viDbG-UEHUSgWW0tKxWtUUT2hbPppojT8qQL3FNseIHnkRoC8tcQAvD_BwE&locale=en-US&mealsize=3-2&prefix=pages&utm_campaign=SEA_US_google_Act_2023_Brand_Offer_Update_Google_16FM_FB_BTS_WK39&utm_content=act_seabrand_seabrand&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&version=fb4l_wk33&vs_campaign_id=1b9ab944-1180-4c45-8619-6f7c84d37b14
Instacart: https://www.instacart.com/?utm_medium=sem&utm_source=instacart_google&utm_campaign=ad_demand_search_brand_us-na-catchall_exact_us_AUDACT&utm_content=accountid-1732890876_campaignid-10023670317_adgroupid-102598077042_device-c_adid-550389740099_network-g&utm_term=matchtype-e_keyword-instacart_targetid-aud-1679217697335:kwd-297369219725_locationid-9023812&kskwid=1532524&ksadid=&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAqY6tBhAtEiwAHeRopddp7RvSln_lLZ_1s-dYLPVPqDw-hwHhaOjBDddcyCYzr22nlU7eeRoCssIQAvD_BwE
This Week's Hot Mess Express:
Shocking Video shows Disney Land Streaker Going Naked on 'it’s a Small World'
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/disneyland-streaker-its-a-small-world_n_656440a9e4b05f498ba0f562
Jordan's favorite "wine": Member's Mark Sangria: $6.98 for 1.5L
Even more affordable than I thought!
https://www.samsclub.com/p/members-mark-sangria-1-5-l/prod21251710

Monday Jan 15, 2024
E001: Welcome to the Hot Mess Roundtable!
Monday Jan 15, 2024
Monday Jan 15, 2024
Welcome to The Hot Mess Roundtable, the podcast where three candid friends dive headfirst into the chaotic waters of modern womanhood. Meet Amanda, Jordan, and Lauren, three women unapologetically embracing their beautiful, messy lives in a world that often demands perfection.
Disclaimer: The information we provide is purely for entertainment purposes. We are three hot messes, we are not your attorneys, doctors, financial advisors, or therapists. If you need legal, medical, financial, or psychological help, seek a professional. We specialize in delivering laughter, not counsel. We sincerely apologize for any butchering of names, places, or concepts that may occur during this podcast. While we do our best to provide accurate information, we may occasionally forget to cite our sources or give credit where it's due. It's all in good fun, so don't take anything personally.
Interact with us on Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/811490077445964/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hotmessroundtable?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
Episode # 1 Sources:
https://bmmagazine.co.uk/in-business/health-and-wellbeing/why-the-pressure-to-be-perfect-is-impacting-our-mental-health-especially-women/#:~:text=The%20study%20further%20revealed%20that,attractive%20and%20meeting%20family%20expectations
Florida man riding human-sized hamster wheel in Atlantic Ocean faces federal charges.
https://nbc-2.com/news/state/2023/09/07/florida-man-riding-human-sized-hamster-wheel-in-atlantic-ocean-faces-federal-charges/amp/
Our theme song was created by Top Flow Productions: https://pixabay.com/users/top-flow-production-28521292/

Monday Jan 08, 2024
The Hot Mess Roundtable is Coming Soon!
Monday Jan 08, 2024
Monday Jan 08, 2024
Teaser for The Hot Mess Roundtable. Discover that life's imperfections are what make it truly extraordinary. Embrace the mess, and remember, you're not alone in this wild world. Our first episode will be published January 15, 2024. New episodes drop every Monday. Join the Hot Mess Roundtable Facebook group to help build an online community that supports each other.