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Lil Bit Dead
by Sandy Lanier & Kristy Brown
Lil Bit Dead is a thoughtful, down-to-earth podcast centered on real life, real feelings and real conversations - including the political moments shaping how we live. Hosted by friends Sandy and Kristy, the show blends personal stories, honest reflection and genuine curiosity as we explore happiness, anxiety, loss, and current events. Grounded in friendship, humor, and empathy. Each episode creates space to reflect, question, laugh, and feel a little less alone in an increasingly complicated journey! Join us for Season 2 of our podcast and our friendship! If you can relate and you're a Lil Bit Dead inside too please share us with your friends, you can contact us at [email protected]
Episodes
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A Lil Bit of You're Not Special
Hosts Sandy and Kristy chat over beers about what they’re “not dead inside about,” including Kristy's kindergarten granddaughter Jade speaking conversationally for the first time at Hallsville Elementary’s Grandparents Day and attend Shreveport’s Jurassic Quest. Sandy's plans to babysit Clover…
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A Lil Bit of Shhhhh...It's OK!
Sandy and Kristy chat about being busy with work and family, then discuss why they feel “dead inside.” Kristy describes arguing with ChatGPT about true-crime research and reasonable doubt, using the Lindsay Clancy case to argue that allegations and multiple angles must be examined and that the…
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A Lil Bit About Being a Girls Girl Always
Sandy and Kristy return to the home studio, chat about hauntings (including sightings of a grandmother and “Granddad” activity at a flower shop), recover from a girls trip injury, and discuss Kristy’s Firefly jewelry progress with a new “Violet Eclipse” color that sold out quickly. Their...
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A Lil Bit of an Unplanned Hiatus & A Girls Trip - Birthday Edition
Sandy and Kristy return after an unplanned hiatus caused by new equipment issues, a lost recording, illness, and work chaos. Recording from a hotel in Gainesville, Texas during a birthday girls’ trip, they recap shopping and antiquing in nearby towns, praise local food including Main Street Pub,...
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A Lil Bit of Tech Trouble & Crazy Crime
Hosts Kristy and Sandy open tired and caffeinated, sharing why they feel “dead inside.” Kristy describes a hotel app/website glitch that changed her nonrefundable booking to Thanksgiving dates, also scrambling her phone number; causing anxious frustration. Sandy’s issue is their new podcast mic...
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A Lil Bit About Food Dye & True Crime- Morning Edition
Sandy and Kristy record a morning episode, joking about needing coffee and quiet time, discussing fantasy books (ACOTAR/Throne of Glass), audiobooks/Kindle text-to-speech pronunciation issues, and tangents about hockey romances and products removing artificial dyes. They mention disturbing local...
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A Lil Bit of MySpace Nostalgia & Trashy Tales
Sandy and Kristy discuss preferring to record their podcast in the morning, Kristy's effort to boost listener engagement by posting questions on their Facebook page (and TikTok) while promising anonymity, and nostalgic hopes that a returning MySpace will allow customizable pages without…
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A Lil Bit of 1st World Problems & NEW MICS!!!
Sandy and Kristy chat after a stressful morning searching for missing recording gear (later found at Kristy’s house) and debut new microphones while juggling work, family, and feeling “dead inside” from overcommitment and lack of time; They talk about social media frustrations (Facebook...
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A Lil Bit of Redneck Yacht Club and a Loose Screw
Sandy and Kristy chat about feeling “dead inside” over a cold California rape-and-murder case solved decades later through new DNA testing, noting backlogs and how the suspect is already serving two life sentences in Colorado. They discuss misinformation and activism around a boating incident,...
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A Lil Bit of Cornbread Linguistics & NESARA/GESARA
Sandy and Kristy chat about using ChatGPT, including its voice feature, customizing assistant voices, and Sandy’s frequent voice-to-text conversations with ChatGPT while watching TV, where it humorously corrects mis-transcriptions and jokes about “cornbread linguistics,” plus using ChatGPT to…
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A Lil Bit of Juicing for Jesus & Princess Preach with Guests Coby Wynn & Anthony Sanchez - Poolside
Hosts Sandy and Kristy welcome musician Coby Wynn and drummer Anthony, joking about past recording/editing mishaps and how low-effort TikToks can outperform heavily edited ones. Coby and Anthony recount a Mount Vernon gig where they played “Keep Your Hands to Yourself” with strong crowd response...
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A Lil Bit of Kristy's Birthday - Poolside
Sandy and Kristy record their annual birthday episode from the pool to beat the heat, day drink, and catch up on life. Kristy shares how her coworkers and customers celebrated her birthday and how Sandy brought Chick-fil-A and a gift bag with beach items and Malibu Pink to mix with lemonade. They...
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A Lil bit 'Bout Ranch Dressing and Misjudged Manners
Sandy and Kristy share updates from a busy, wide-ranging episode: Kristy attends a boutique grand opening where she sells Firefly Nocturne glow-bead jewelry, meets local Chamber of Commerce members, and pursues direct relationships with Chinese manufacturers to cut out middlemen and create...
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A Lil bit About Not Being A Horrible Person
Hosts Sandy and Kristy chat from Sandy’s house while she recovers from wrist surgery, joking about being “a little bit dead,” time feeling faster with age, and daily life in small-town Texas. They then discuss a Netflix documentary, "Maternal Instinct" about Taylor Parker, a local case near New...
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A Lil Bit of Broken Bones & A Broken System
Sandy and Kristy open by joking they’re “dead inside” as Sandy recounts slipping on algae-covered carpet in the mud, shattering her wrist, and now needing surgery with a plate and screws; she’s focused on recovering without missing pool time and discusses frustrations with insurance versus paying...
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A Lil Bit of Uncommon Sense and a Dash of Lawsuits
Sandy and Kristy chat about why they feel “dead inside” this week, then quickly pivot into a long discussion about how everything seems to be turning into a lawsuit and how common sense and work ethic feel like they’re disappearing. They trade examples and opinions, including a rumored Galveston...
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A Lil Bit of a NASCAR Therapy Session and Our Usual Political BS
Hosts Sandy and Kristy discuss why they feel “dead inside” this week: Kristy is overwhelmed by constant Northeast Texas allergies and jokes the only relief is being on a cruise ship, while Sandy is exhausted from keeping her grandbaby during a sleep regression and relies on Ms. Rachel to help....
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A Lil Bit of Bad Days & Boundary Wars
Sandy and Kristy chat about feeling “dead inside,” with Kristy describing recent financial stress and the hope of becoming 100% debt-free soon, plus her jewelry business unexpectedly taking off. Sandy shares a painful neck strain and Kristy recounts her truck being broken into after it was left...
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A Lil Bit of Mortuary Mishaps and Surprise Cousins With Guest Roddy Smith
Hosts Sandy and Kristy of A Little Bit Dead welcome longtime listener Roddy, a local embalmer/funeral director serving several counties, and share why they’re “dead inside” this week, including Mother’s Day chaos at a flower shop and growing a jewelry side hustle. Roddy discusses funeral home…
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A Lil Bit of Freedom of Speech
Hosts Sandy and Kristy chat casually about drinks and weekend plans, then dedicate the episode to the recent death of a classic country musician while reminiscing about concerts. They share positive personal updates, including a new job in the family and a small business expansion, before…
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76 - A Lil Bit of Paranormal Convention Shenanigans
Sandy and Kristy debrief a small paranormal convention in Mineola, Texas, and agree it was equal parts fascinating, funny, and completely draining. They describe a guided investigation in an old building where the vibe turned strange fast—unexplained touches, unsettling shadows, and moments other...
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75 - A Lil bit of a Teen Takeover with Guest Kaitlyn Thomas
In episode 75 of A Little Bit Dead, Gen X hosts Sandy and Kristy welcome 17-year-old guest Kaitlyn, a coworker headed to UT Tyler for nursing after unexpectedly falling in love with healthcare through a school CNA program. The conversation revisits “what we’d tell our 18-year-old selves,” with...
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74 - A Lil Bit About This & That - AI Will Lie and So Will Car Salesmen
In episode 74, Sandy and Kristy celebrate how far the podcast has come and ask for ideas for a big 100th-episode plan (TikTok and cocktail hour included). Kristy’s “dead inside” moment is heavy: her husband’s worsening health pushed him to walk away from a job he’d held for 23 years after the...
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73 - A Lil Bit of Serial Thrills & Chilling Feels & True Crime Updates
Sandy and Kristy kick off this weeks episode of Lil Bit Dead with a visit to Urgent Care - because Kristy likely has strep, then vent about taxes and celebrate small life wins. They dive into two big true-crime updates: a 1974 murder of 17-year-old Laura Amy finally being definitively tied to Ted...
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72 - A Lil Bit of Beer, Bands, and Bizarre Legal Battles
Sandy and Kristy, tipsy in a hotel after a Journey concert, riff on how romantic old music was before diving into Afroman’s legal saga: a sketchy tip led Adams County deputies to raid and trash his home for alleged trafficking and a “basement” (his house doesn’t even have one), confiscate cash…
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71 - A Lil Bit of Ghostly Messages and Airport Messes
Sandy and Kristy kick off feeling “a little bit dead,” venting about a family members shady workplace drama and job burnout, then swap happier updates—grandkid sleepovers, park adventures, free cone day, and a fun local wrestling show. The main topic turns into a wild true-crime rabbit hole: the...
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70 - A Lil Bit Tucker'd Out & Tricked Again
In this weeks episode, Kristy recaps a packed Kentucky Derby–themed runway show at the Legacy: she was backstage hustling quick outfit changes, some surprise items sold out (pants did, a colorful Corky’s wedge didn’t—until a later live video).She was exhausted and survived a sudden downpour while...
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69 - A Lil Bit of Jesse Jackson's Farewell Fiasco
Sandy and Kristy catch up on why they’re “a little bit dead”: Kristy’s exhausted from a busy boutique sales rush, tanning season traffic, and prepping a Kentucky Derby–themed runway show, while fed up with brutal pollen and even had to take her coughing, allergy-prone dog to the vet. Sandy shares...
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68 - A Lil Bit of Fairy Smut, Bad Politics & Other Disasters
Sandy and Kristy kick off by aggressively campaigning for subscriptions and reviews, then Sandy admits she’s been a lil bit dead inside thanks to a funk fueled by seasonal blues and grief that still sneaks up on her, Kristy is suffering from killer allergies (complete with a dramatic nosebleed),...
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67 - A Lil Bit of Gavin Newsom Said...What??!!
Sandy and Kristy catch up over beer and pork chops, with Kristy feeling oddly relieved while Sandy is “dead inside” over the real-life death of Eric Dane (“McSteamy”) and other celebrity losses. They share shop and family updates ,and plug a March 27 Mardi Gras shopping event at Tiki Huts…
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66 - A Lil Bit of Chaos (HAHA) & Boundaries
Sandy and Kristy do a chaotic catch-up, then zoom in on the real topic: why their friendship works. After swapping “dead inside” updates (stress knots and a wild Valentine’s week at the flower shop), they talk about how past friendships ranged from supportive to obsessive, toxic, and even...
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65 - A Lil Bit of Health Scares and Crazy Dreams
Hosts Sandy and Kristy discuss personal challenges, including Kristy's husband's recent medical emergency involving an aortic aneurysm and complications post-surgery. They also dive into Kristy's bizarre dream about talking cats, with an insightful interpretation provided by her Chat GPT Bubba.…
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64 - A Lil Bit of a Short Chat about the Grammys & More
In this episode, Sandy and Kristy discuss their personal struggles, including Kristy's family medical emergency and vivid pregnancy dream. They consult ChatGPT for dream interpretations and delve into how anxieties manifest in dreams. Their conversation shifts to political commentary, criticizing...
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63 - A Lil Bit of Conspiracy Chats with Tinfoil Hats with Guest Jamey Peacock
In this lively and engaging podcast episode, hosts Sandy and Kristy, joined by guest Jamey Peacock, delve into various conspiracy theories and related topics. They kick off discussing the theory that Paul McCartney died in 1966 and was replaced by a lookalike. The conversation then explores other...
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62 - A Lil Bit of...How are you? Really?
Sandy and Kristy engage in a lively conversation covering various topics, including their Southern politeness, recent shopping experiences, and fashion trends noted at Dallas Market with a focus on the rise of blue tones. They also delve into personal anecdotes such as outdated fashion, favorite...
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61 - A Lil Bit of Went on a Cruise...and Came Back to This??!!
Sandy and Kristy catch up after Kristy's return from an MSC cruise on the Seascape. Kristy shares her experience on the cruise, describing how the private-family-owned cruise line provided an international and smooth embarkation experience, featuring luxurious Swarovski staircases, efficient...
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60 - A Lil Bit of Humminahummina HeeHee With Musical Guests Coby Wynn & Jamey Peacock Re-edit
***. This is an extended & re-edited version of season 1 Episode 52!!!*** Sandy and Kristie catch up with Coby Wynn and Jamie Peacock, discussing their podcast's one-year anniversary and reflecting on the past few months. They talk about the progress and efforts needed to keep a weekly podcast...
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59 - A Lil Bit About Opening a Somali Daycare
In this episode, hosts Sandy and Kristy dive into why they're 'a little bit dead'—inside and out. Christy laments about an exhausting end-of-year sale at her job, and . Sandy recounts her unfortunate encounters with creepy men commenting on her 'Retired Hot Girl' sweatshirt. The duo discusses…
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58 - A Lil Bit of 2025 in Review
In this engaging conversational podcast episode, hosts Sandy and Kristy discuss a wide range of topics including personal struggles, dealing with perfectionism and the necessity of downtime, We reminisce about memorable experiences such as past vacations and cruise plans while sharing practical...
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57 - A Lil Bit of Ghosts of Christmas Past
In this casual, humorous episode, hosts Sandy and Kristy reminisce about our favorite Christmas memories, childhood gifts, and nostalgic traditions. We share personal anecdotes, including Sandy's life-sized handmade doll named Melinda, Christy's experiences with Cabbage Patch dolls and an Atari,...
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56 - A Lil Bit of Receipts & Reality
Sandy and Kristy engage in a lively discussion that covers a variety of topics including updates on a TV special featuring 50 Cent's exposition on Diddy and its explosive revelations, personal anecdotes about raising children and dealing with children's entertainment, and a deep dive into…
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55 - A Lil Bit of News from Podunk, TX
In this episode of the podcast, Sandy and Kristy discuss a range of topics starting with a heartfelt tribute to our cat Morris, who was recently killed in an accident. We reflect on his role in our podcast and share some tender memories. The conversation shifts to technology, celebrating the 18th...
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54 - A Lil Bit of Thanksgiving
This weeks episode of Lil Bit Dead features a candid conversation between hosts, Sandy and Kristy as we kick off the second season of our podcast and friendship. We discuss our excitement about the new season, and the family dynamics surrounding Thanksgiving. Both share personal stories about...
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53 - A Lil Bit of Anniversary Reflections & Listener E-mails
Sandy and Kristy celebrate the one-year anniversary of our friendship and podcast journey. We share personal reflections, discuss our experiences, and read listener emails that range from heartfelt to humorous. Key highlights include stories about our personal losses, emotional growth, listener...
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52 - A Lil Bit of Technical Difficulties
We apologize for not releasing a podcast episode in the past two weeks due to technical difficulties and equipment upgrades. We promise a new episode will be out by Friday and our anniversary episode will follow. We appreciate our audience's patience and assure you that we will get back on track...
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51 - A Lil Bit of Antiquing and Anxieties
This week hosts, Sandy and Kristy share our experience of visiting Jefferson for antiquing and encountering an unexpected events throughout the day. Sandy struggles with anxiety and social interactions, and particularly dislikes being touched by strangers. We also visit local bars, including the...
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50 - A Lil Bit of Reminiscing and of Course Politics
In this episode, Sandy and Kristy, discuss our journey of getting to know each other while maintaining authenticity. We chat about personal updates, including time spent with family, and reflection on nostalgic experiences from our past. We plan upcoming events, such as visiting the Edgar Allen…
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49 - A Lil Bit of Nonsense, Breast Health, and Rants
Hosts, Sandy and Kristy begin the episode by discussing our return after a fun week, and talk about the importance of breast health during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Kristy shares her personal experience with mammograms and emphasizes the need for regular self-checks. The conversation...
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48 - A Lil Bit of Beer & Game Night
In this episode, hosts Sandy and Kristy, feeling stressed and worn out, decide to unwind by playing Cards Against Humanity with our special guest, Rachel. We engage in hilarious and often absurd gameplay, share our outrageous card combinations, and provide a lighthearted escape from our usual...
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47 - A Lil Bit of Memories, Mourning, and our Nation's Wake-Up Call
In this episode, Sandy and Kristy discuss a variety of topics, starting with Kristy's experience at a recent runway expo. Sandy shares her emotions and feelings upon watching the Charlie Kirk Memorial service. Afterward. Both hosts reflect on our complex relationships with faith, recounting...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Lil Bit Dead is a thoughtful, down-to-earth podcast centered on real life, real feelings and real conversations - including the political moments shaping how we live. Hosted by friends Sandy and Kristy, the show blends personal stories, honest reflection and genuine curiosity as we explore happiness, anxiety, loss, and current events. Grounded in friendship, humor, and empathy. Each episode creates space to reflect, question, laugh, and feel a little less alone in an increasingly complicated journey!
Join us for Season 2 of our podcast and our friendship!
If you can relate and you're a Lil Bit Dead inside too please share us with your friends, you can contact us at [email protected]
HOSTED BY
Sandy Lanier & Kristy Brown
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