Don't Tell Maw Maw
by Mandy Leah Katy
Hey Y'all! I'm Mandy, I'm Leah, and I'm Katy. We started Don’t Tell MawMaw as a way to stay connected now that we are spread across the US. We want to invite y’all along as we share a little bit about our family roots, southern culture, and love for the south, specifically the Mississippi Gulf Coast where we all grew up. Our Mawmaw’s knew every bit of what went on on the coast, and they shared the best stories, the hot gossip around town, and their rich southern traditions with us. Now we’re here to pass on that pitcher of sweet tea to our listeners.
Episodes
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112. Swamp Thang! Halloween Episode 2026
Catch up with us during our annual Halloween episode! For our 2026 episode we talk about cryptos of the south. Crack open a bag of candy corn and enjoy as we banter and discuss this fun topic! Socials @donttellmawmaw Facebook Group: Don't Tell Maw Maw Magnolia Lounge
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111. Ghosted Halloween Minisode
We dusted off the cob webs and recorded an episode after our long pause. Life has happened and we ghosted everyone to deal with it. We come back for our 5th Halloween episode for a quick update and chat about our favorite time of year. Keep up and maybe some more episodes will be up eventually!...
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110. $12 Saturday Night (Dollar Tree Challenge)
We spin our episode a little differently this time and bring you with us on a $12 Dollar Tree haul with snacks, self care, and activities!
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109. Grandmillennial
Another episode where we are ahead of the trends! The Don't Tell Maw Maw crew discusses our affinity and goals for our grandma hobbies. Although they are popular now, we have some that are long-standing ones we love. Listen up and find out! Follow us on: Social Media: @donttellmawmaw Facebook...
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108. New Year No Spend Challenge
We're no strangers to a No spend or Project Pan so when we heard it was trending we thought we'd spill the tea on our past spending challenges and what we plan on doing this year!
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107. The Holiday Slump
We spill the tea on how we deal with the weird vortex that is the time between Christmas and New years!
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106. A Very Tacky Holiday
This week we've got a sweet treat for you. Mandy, Leah, and Katy discuss the finer points of Trashy during the holidays. They cover gifting, etiquette, and decorations of course. Have a merry Holiday!
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105. Kindness is Free
In the crazyness Don't Tell Maw Maw was forged in, we are returning again to turbulent times. So instead of contributing to the discord the Don't Tell Maw Maw ladies look to find a kinder path with ideas to serve the ground you walk on and just be a little kinder before responding to emails.…
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104. VENTillation
In this episode we spill the tea in a healthy vent sesh.
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103. Gulf Coast's Most Haunted Places (ReRelease)
In this episode we share stories of the Mississippi Gulf Coast's most notorious hauntings. Perfect for getting in the mood for trick or treaters!
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102. Southern Cemeteries with Jeff and Estelle
Former guests Jeff Rosenberg and Estelle the Salty join us to talk about southern cemeteries for our annual Halloween-themed episode. We get deep where we discuss common materials and sights seen in southern cemeteries. Let us know. Do you find cemeteries scary? Follow us on: Social Media:...
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101. Southern Grown with Brady
Southern Grown series continued with Katy and Brady. In this episode Brady revels in growing up in Brookhaven with a close family and a special bond with his Paw Paw.
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100. Reflections - 4 year Anniversary Addition
In this episode, our 100th episode, we reflect back on the last 4 years of Don't Tell Maw maw Podcast: our most listened to episodes, our favorite episodes, and so much more.
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99. Confessions of a Basic B (rerelease)
One of our most popular Fall episodes is back! These basic B's spill the tea on the most basic, cheugy, millenial experiences.
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98. Would You Rather...
Would you rather... the age-old personality test. In this episode the Ladies of Don't Tell Maw Maw delve into their deepest desires and worst fears with a series of randomly generated Would Your Rather questions. Facebook Group: Don't Tell Maw Maw Magnolia Lounge Socials: @donttellmawmaw
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97. Changin' the Recipe
Would you dare to alter Maw Maw's timeless, tried and true family recipes? That's our topic of discussion today on Don't Tell Maw Maw.
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Season 9 Trailer: Couples Takeover LeaJ Edition - Southeast Meets Southwest
DJ and Leah Take over this episode and chat about their life in the Southwest vs the Southeast. They spill the tea on the people, what they miss about the Gulf coast, and more!
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96. Southern Summer Destinations
It is hot as Hades out there and we are embracing the heat. If you want to quit your job to focus on vacation, we have got a variety of beautiful southern destinations to share with you. Facebook Group: Don't Tell Maw Maw Magnolia Lounge Socials: @donttellmawmaw
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95. Daddy's Little Girl - Father's Day Special (rerelease)
In honor of Fathers day we are rereleasing our Fathers Day episode! We get our Dads to spill the tea on their tallest fish tale, their southern Dad knowledge and more!
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94. Staycation Daycation
With how tight things are now money-wise, we decided to talk about ways to embrace the vacation mindset from home. Listen as we recommend new experiences from the comfort of your own backyard. Facebook Group: Don't Tell Maw Maw Magnolia Lounge Socials: @donttellmawmaw
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93. Dressing for Your "Body Type"
In this episode we spill the tea on how to feel good in the clothes you wear. We chat with small business owner Rachel Kelly as she walks us through how she helps her customers find clothes that make them feel confident and comfortable!
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92. Toxic Friendships (rerelease)
Let's go way back to season 4. This episode was released originally as episode 38.
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91. Anything Besides a Size Zero: Body Image
The ladies at Don't Tell Maw Maw get vulnerable in this episode. We talk about body image starting from the unreasonable expectations of the size zero from the early 2000s to our changing bodies. Facebook Group: Don't Tell Maw Maw the Magnolia Lounge Socials: @donttellmawmaw
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90. So Tropey
Happy National Library Week! In this episode we spill the tea on romance novel tropes we love and those we love to hate!
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89. Southern Grown with Linda Brown
We invite you to listen in on a southern grown series conversation with our good friend Linda Brown.
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88. Southern Lit
It is time for our annual Read Across America episode. This week we talk about the awkward and joyous journey through Southern literature. We talk about the angsty, the weird, the dialogue, and of course the chocolate pie. Featuring baby coos from our favorite little southern gentlemen. Facebook...
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87. You don't want them - Red flags
In this episode we spill the tea on Red flags in relationships, situationships, and more!
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86. Gulf Coast Love - with special guest @Gulf Coast Gal
In this episode of Don't Tell Maw Maw, we spread the love for mom & pop local businesses with special guest @Gulf Coast Gal .
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85. Let the Good Times Roll (rerelease)
Mardi Gras is in full force this year so we're breaking out an old episode where we spill all about one of our favorite holidays! Laissez les bons temps Rouler!
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84. Penny Pinchers
We chat about our Maw Maws views on money, how they saved money, and spill a little retail therapy tea!
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83. Ole Biloxi (rerelease)
In Honor of the passing of Mawmaw Beverly Romeo, one of the namesakes of our podcast, we are rereleasing her episode. We interviewed her about her memoires of Biloxi, Mississippi in bygone days.
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82. Warmest Kwanzaa Wishes
Time to reflect and chat about Kwanzaa with guest Ria Dukes. She shares the principles of Kwanzaa and what it means to her. We certainly learned a lot! Follow us: @donttellmawmaw Facebook Community Group: Don't Tell Maw Maw the Magnolia Lounge Email: [email protected]
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81. Holiday Hosting
With all the brightness and cheer, the holidays can be a wonderful and stressful time for the hostess. This episode the ladies of Don't Tell Maw Maw discuss tricks and thoughts on hosting during the holidays. Just enjoy the Little Debby Christmas trees and enjoy this episode. P.S. Make sure to...
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80. Holiday Disaster Stories
The ladies share their own crazy holiday stories. Have a laugh with us during this holiday season! We recommend checking out some of our other holiday episodes to stay in the holiday spirit! Follow us: @donttellmawmaw Facebook Community Group: Don't Tell Maw Maw the Magnolia Lounge Email:...
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79. From Mississippi Will Travel - with Alexa Harrison @Gathergulfcoast
Here on the Don't Tell Maw Maw Pod we like to talk about travel. Alexa is the perfect guest to dish about travel with. She has been all over the states and abroad. You will love to hear about her adventures in this special series, From Mississippi Will Travel.
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78. Halloween Extravaganza
In this episode we spill the tea on all things Spooky! We discuss all things Halloween, Halloween costume ideas, and witch of us loves Haunted Houses and which of us is a scardy cat!
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77. Are You a Good Witch or a Bad Witch?
Double double toil and trouble! We get into the spooky season spirit by talking about a very witchy topic. We discuss southern legends of the witch and common folklore. Find out which of us is a good witch and who is a bad witch! Follow us: @donttellmawmaw Facebook Community Group: Don't Tell Maw...
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76. Southern Women Who Inspire Us (3 Year Anniversary Episode!)
Southern women have been the inspiration for Don't Tell Maw Maw from the beginning. We channeled our favorite southern ladies as we created the show! Celebrate our three-year Podcast Anniversary with us by listening to our discussion on the most inspiring southern women! Follow us…
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75. The Worst Advice We've Ever Gotten
Let us tell you the worst advice we've ever gotten, from relationships, to careers, and everything in between!
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74. Our Favorite Podcasts
As much as we love the #DTMM podcast, we want to share some love to the other phenomenal podcasts we listen to. Sharing is caring. There are SO MANY good pods out there. We would love to hear your favorites too!
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73. Southern Grown with Your Barefoot Neighbor
This episode features special guest Matthew from yourbarefootneighbor. He spills the tea on his food related memories, southern food culture, and much more!
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72. Coast Coffee Talk with the Caffeinated Coastie
The ladies at Don't Tell Maw Maw love a good cup of coffee. So this episode we invited our friend Andrea Parker @caffienatedcoastie on for a chat. Listen as we discuss the ideal preparation for coffee, our southern coffee roots, and what coffee is best for each Hogwarts house. Follow us:...
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71. Rush Talk
In this episode we get on Rush Tok and spill the tea on our Sorority experience, sorority recruitment, and rushing in the South!
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Season 7 Trailer - Southern Red Flags
We're Back! In this introduction to season 7 we spill our Southern Red Flags! Those warning signs that give us the ick!
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70. Well Shit
Well this past month things have been crazy. Through sudden moves, ER visits, and summer heat the ladies of Don't Tell Maw Maw are not here to catch you up! Enjoy the last episode before our July break and season 7! Be a part of our community: All Social Media: @dontellmawmaw Facebook Community...
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69. Wedding Do's and Don'ts (Rerelease)
We decided to rerelease another blast from the past! Wedding seasons can be a gauntlet. We chat about etiquette that should be observed and what can be ignored. Enjoy and we all hope you catch the bouquet! Be a part of our community: All Social Media: @dontellmawmaw Facebook Community Group…
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68. If the Creek Don't Rise...Hurricane Preparedness (Rerelease)
With another hurricane season upon us, we decided to rerelease this classic from our second season. Listen to our experiences and advice in dealing with hurricanes. Also, remember that a category 3 may not seem "too bad" until you are trying to catch stuff flying off your back porch in the middle...
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67. This Old House with Jeff Rosenberg
In this episode we welcome Jeff Rosenberg, architectural historian and preservationist, to chat about the significance of older homes in the South. We talk about the meaning of Maw Maw's house and the very precarious origin of the porch. Listen to us spill the sweet tea on HGTV remodel shows and...
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66. Book Talk-Part II
Continue our chat about our favorite books by genre! Finally, hear Katy and Mandy weigh in on their spicy romance favorites. Continue on with the genres of YA (young adult), children's, non-fiction, and more. Weigh in on your own favorite books too! Send us a message on our social media or email!...
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65. Book Talk - Part I
Happy National Library Week! In this episode we spill the tea on our favorite books in each genre, bad mouth book bans, and discuss the finer points of spice vs smut in romance novels. Booktok here we come!
About this show
Hey Y'all! I'm Mandy, I'm Leah, and I'm Katy. We started Don’t Tell MawMaw as a way to stay connected now that we are spread across the US. We want to invite y’all along as we share a little bit about our family roots, southern culture, and love for the south, specifically the Mississippi Gulf Coast where we all grew up. Our Mawmaw’s knew every bit of what went on on the coast, and they shared the best stories, the hot gossip around town, and their rich southern traditions with us. Now we’re here to pass on that pitcher of sweet tea to our listeners.
Hosted by
Mandy Leah Katy