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Home Decor
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Thanksgiving
Christmas
Hospitality
Southern Hospitality
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The Sentimental Twist is a weekly podcast where vintage decor meets heirloom recipes, and every conversation is steeped in Southern charm. Hosted by Brittany Shepard and Melissa Austin-Weeks – two friends from different generations with one shared love for meaningful spaces and gracious hospitality. You’ll hear inspiring stories, home styling tips, easy entertaining ideas, and reflections on cre... more

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We finally did it. 

After years of talking online through Instagram, texts, Zoom, and podcast recording, Brittany and Melissa finally meet in real life. And it was every bit as fun, funny, and heartwarming as you'd expect!

In this bonus ep... more

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In the Season 3 Finale of The Sentimental Twist, hosts Melissa and Brittany share an interview with guest Lizzie Post, co-president of the Emily Post Institute. Lizzie talks about her great-grandmother’s legacy and shares timeless etiquette ... more

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In this episode, hosts Melissa and Brittany share an interview with Lydia Menzies, a hospitality and hosting expert. Lydia shares her journey from childhood traditions to building a thriving Supper Club community. Discover practical tips for... more

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In this episode, hosts Melissa and Brittany explore the art of decorating with sentimentality, reimagining your home through storytelling, and the joy of shopping your own space. They talk about practical tips for refreshing your home withou... more

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Lizzie Post
Co-president of the Emily Post Institute for Etiquette
Emily Post Institute
Episode: Season 3 | Episode 10: Finale + Modern Etiquette with Guest Lizzie Post from The Emily Post Institute
Lydia Menzies
Hosting and hospitality expert and author, creator of The Supper Club
Lydia Menzies Celebrates
Episode: Season 3 | Episode 9: Hospitality as Caring for Others + Guest Interview with Lydia Menzies
Rachel Weizel
Author of Trader Joe's Flowers: Beautiful Bouquets with Trader Joe's Flowers, A Guide to Happy Arranging
Happy Arranging
Episode: Season 3 | Episode 7: The Art of Letting Go + Guest Interview with Rachel from Happy Arranging
Kelly Radcliffe
Founder of Lazy Girls Garden Club
Lazy Girls Garden Club
Episode: Season 3 | Episode 6: It's Gardening Season! + Guest Interview with Kelly Radcliff of Lazy Girls Garden Club
Sara McDaniels
Entrepreneur, historic preservationist, and creator at Simply Southern Cottage
Simply Southern Cottage
Episode: Season 1 | Episode 10: Season 1 Finale & Guest Interview with Sara of Simply Southern Cottage
Renee Tilkemeyer
Vintage collector and dealer at Grapevine Antique Market and Instagram personality
Lucy Betty N June Vintage
Episode: Season 1 | Episode 9: Tales of Chronic Rearrangers & Guest Interview with Renee of LucyBettynJune

Hosts

Brittany Shepard
Co-host of The Sentimental Twist with a focus on hosting, decor, and heirloom storytelling.
Melissa Austin-Weeks
Co-host of The Sentimental Twist, focused on hosting with warmth, memory-keeping, and practical decorating tips.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    Such a fun podcast! Love this focus on heirlooms, home, and treasured memories which live on in your homes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gable&Garden
    United Statesa year ago
  • Two lovely women

    It’s like meeting two new southern friends that share my interests. A love for family, heirloom decor, hospitality but with some modern ideas and tips. I’m eagerly anticipating future episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cynnamin
    United Statesa year ago
  • Off to a great start

    What a fun conversation with newfound friends! Loved this first episode and the easy exchange as these lovely ladies share their life and loves.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kfc72
    United Statesa year ago

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A warm, relatable aural space for memory-keeping and Southern hospitality.
Listeners appreciate the practical decorating tips intertwined with personal stories.
The hosts' chemistry and guest selections are highlighted as strengths for approachable hosting content.

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Season 3 | Episode 9: Hospitality as Caring for Others + Guest Interview with Lydia Menzies
Q: Can you share a little bit about your background and how you first fell in love with hospitality and hosting?
Lydia explains her lifelong affinity for creating welcoming environments, influenced by her mother and teaching experiences, and describes how organizing spaces and themes evolved into The Supper Club and related resources.
Season 3 | Episode 7: The Art of Letting Go + Guest Interview with Rachel from Happy Arranging
Q: How did you get started with floral arranging specifically using Trader Joe's flowers?
I started with a personal habit of buying a bunch of flowers weekly, created an Instagram account to hold myself accountable, and then the interest from others grew into a project and book; a publisher even reached out with the idea to write a book.
Season 2 | Episode 9: Sentimental Christmas Home Ideas & Memorable Recipes
Q: Is there a scent that always signals Christmas in your family?
Brittany and Melissa discuss their nostalgic scents associated with Christmas, focusing on memories tied to Christmas trees and holiday coffee.
Season 1, Episode 5: Styling Legacy Hutches & Hosting with Calmness
Q: What are easy, budget-friendly meals for entertaining?
A pasta bake or barbecue sandwiches can be inexpensive and easy to prepare for gatherings.
Season 1, Episode 5: Styling Legacy Hutches & Hosting with Calmness
Q: How can Luz host with more calmness?
Adopting a mindset that focuses on enjoyment rather than perfection can help alleviate anxiety when hosting.

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A warmth-filled show that blends home decor, heirloom storytelling, and gracious hosting with a distinct Southern sensibility. Across episodes, listeners hear practical decorating tips, ways to entertain with memory and meaning, and conversations about how heirlooms and family tradition shape daily life. The hosts' easy banter, generational perspective, and emphasis on hospitality as a relational practice stand out, as does their focus on repurposing what you already own and layering stories into every space. A notable strength is the approachable, community-minded vibe, plus guests and topics that span etiquette, florals, mindful hosting, and memory-keeping, making it useful for listeners who love tangible home projects and heart-forward e... more

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