It’s a full reality recap + real life update episode. We start with life updates and what could potentially be at the center of why I’ve been losing followers, then jump straight into the tea from Love Is Blind, American Idol sadness, Traitors drama, and how Shelby only wants to see people jumping over cars. Episode Timeline:0:00 - life updates8:00 - Why I’m losing followers 10:30 - Love Is Blind29:30 - American Idol32:30 - Traitors 46:50 - All-Star Weekend 

This episode is all over the place in the best way. We kick things off with a birthday recap, and then sled into snow week. We hit on Traitors takes, wild Bachelorette rumors, American Idol opinions, landing a first influencer client, and finding (and blocking) our biggest haters. Episode Timeline:1:00 – Birthday Recap5:00 – Snow Going11:30 – GIRLS TRIP15:00 – Vintage Golf?17:00 – Grinding in a High School Cafeteria19:30 – Reality Recap: Traitors35:45 – Is the Bachelorette Already Pregnant?!37:30 – American Idol42:30 – My First Influencer Client46:30 – Blocking the Haters🎙️ Press play for laughs, hot takes, and a little bit of everything.

Amazon influencing sounds simple… until you actually try to do it. In this episode, we break down exactly how Amazon Influencing works, how to get started the right way, and what most creators miss when it comes to storefronts, idea lists, and deeplinks. We also talk about how (and when) you actually get paid, how returns affect your income, and why pushing low-quality products will hurt you long-term.If you’re thinking about using Amazon as a revenue stream—or want to do it without burning trust—this episode gives you the real breakdown.Episode Timeline:0:00 – Amazon Influencing1:15 – How to Start2:40 – Amazon Programs4:15 – Storefronts5:45 – Idea Lists11:00 – Deeplinks15:30 – Getting Paid18:00 – Returns20:00 – Don’t Push Garbage22:00 – Gifting27:30 – Comment “Shop”🎙️ Practical, honest, and actually useful—press play if you want the cheat codes.

How to Become an Influencer Ever wondered how to actually start influencing—and do it the right way? In this episode, Shelby (Shelbstales) breaks down exactly what she would do if she had to start from scratch today. No fluff, no fake motivation—just real steps, realistic expectations, and honest insight into what it takes to grow, monetize, and turn content creation into a full-time job.From choosing your niche and hitting record before you feel ready, to building a community when no one is watching, this episode is a must-listen for anyone thinking about becoming an influencer or leveling up their content game.Episode Timeline:0:00 – Intro0:45 – About Me (Shelbstales)2:15 – Start Fresh4:00 – Pick a Niche9:00 – Get Supplies10:30 – Just Start Recording14:00 – Informative or Entertaining15:30 – Post Frequency19:20 – Engage With Others22:30 – Build a Community24:40 – No One Is Watching26:00 – How to Monetize30:10 – When to Expect Income33:40 – Commissions35:40 – This Is a Full-Time Job🎙️ Whether you’re brand new or stuck at the beginning, this episode gives you the roadmap Shelby wishes she had

Will the influencers survive? 🤔In this episode, we give real-life opinions from real people about the future of influencing—and it’s not all brand deals and viral moments. We break down why the influencer bubble feels shaky, why audiences are tired of forced ads, and what happens when creators stop pretending they love the job. From content overload to bankrupt creators, we talk honestly about where things are headed and what the next era of content might actually look like.If you’ve ever thought “this influencer stuff feels different lately”… you’re not wrong.Episode Timeline:0:00 – The future of influencing5:30 – No more Walmart ads8:30 – “Don’t buy this sh!t, it sucks”10:30 – I don’t like being an influencer12:00 – No one loves their job this much13:30 – Too much content16:00 – Bankrupt creators19:00 – Is Instagram still a top platform?20:30 – A new style of content is coming🎙️ Like, comment, and subscribe for honest conversations about content, culture, and what’s next.

Can you really manifest your best life in 2026—or is it all just vision boards and vibes? ✨In this episode, we break down what manifestation actually is (and what it definitely is not), how goals fit into the picture, and why affirmations only work if you do.We talk vision boards, realistic goal-setting, and the difference between wishing for change and actively creating it.If you’re thinking about 2026 and wondering where to start—or if you even need a goal—this one’s for you.0:00 - Do I Need A goal?2:15 - Boards of Vision7:00 - Our 2026 Goals11:00 - Affirmations Work14:20 - Manifesting Is Not a Rain Dance 17:00 - What Manifestation Really Is 20:00 - How to Manifest 23:45 - Shane’s *Better* Goals26:00 - The Year Of ElmersLike, subscribe, and drop a comment: are you setting goals for 2026—or letting the year surprise you?

Christmas is officially over… but the feelings are just getting started. 🎄📖In this episode, we close the book on the holidays and open The Book of Sentiment—a mix of nostalgia, purging, questionable gift decisions, and figuring out what comes after the magic is gone.From putting the tree away (emotionally and physically), to debating when it’s okay to ruin a surprise, to realizing AI might be stealing Christmas as we know it—this one is part reflection, part rant, part reset. We talk favorite gifts, shopping separately together, and why the New Year might actually belong in spring.If you’re stuck between holiday burnout and “now what?”, welcome. This episode is for you.Episode Timeline:00:00 – Christmas Is Officially OVER01:00 – Tree Closet03:30 – Christmas In The Summer04:00 – Purge Purge Purge06:45 – Favorite Gifts11:00 – When You Should Ruin The Surprise13:15 – Shopping Separately, Together15:00 – AI Steals Christmas17:20 – Now What?19:10 – New Years Is In The Spring22:00 – That Is NOT My Gift23:45 – The Year of SentimentLike, subscribe, and let us know in the comments: what gift meant the most this year—and which one absolutely missed the mark.

We say goodbye to 2025, attempt a fresh start, and immediately start unraveling. Shane starts embracing being old (but handsome) ,a functional medicine update, falling off the wagon, and a wine advent calendar that derails everything, this episode proves that maybe fresh starts are overrated.Episode Timeline:R.I.P. 2025 - 0:00Fresh Start - 1:45BIRTHDAY TRIP - 8:00Shane is OLD and Handsome - 9:45Functional Medicine Update - 12:45I fell off the Wagon 14:30Wine Advent = Chaos - 16:30 Maybe no fresh start after all - 20:00

🎄 December chaos has officially begun.On today’s episode, Shane somehow debuts his worst outfit of the year, the ELF completely ghosts us on December 1st, and we get very honest about what you should NOT be buying this Christmas. Consider this your holiday intervention. From Christmas traditions and overflowing houses to wish lists that may or may not be ignored, this episode is packed with relatable holiday chaos, opinions no one asked for, and a little tough love for your Amazon cart.⏱️ Episode Timeline0:00 — That DAMN Elf4:40 — Post Office Preview7:00 — Opening Is My Favorite8:40 — Traditional Christmas11:45 — WE ALL HAVE TOO MUCH STUFF16:00 — Our Wish Lists23:45 — STOP Buying This!

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the wildest pre-teen birthday party ever, the moment my mom attempted a stealth mission into my daughter’s cheer gym, and the new song I’m absolutely obsessed with. Buckle up — it’s a ride. 😂We’re also trying something new around here: shorter, snappier episodes! Easier for you to enjoy, easier for Shane to publish without spiraling into an existential crisis. Consistency? We’re really giving it our best. 🙃Episode Timeline:Advent Overload - 00:45A Birthday Disaster - 04:00Chronicles of a Cheer Mom - 13:30Middle Age Mayhem - 17:00My ADHD in Action - 17:40Help Shane Live THE DREAM - 21:15