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It's another episode of Sidetracked, and we're covering everything from dirty dancing and a sweet adoption day to some very unexpected conversations with strangers. Cynthia's back from a girls' trip to Utah, where a plane ride and an early-morning Uber led to some interesting conversations about faith, marriage, and a few things she really didn't need to know before breakfast. Meanwhile, Heather has a story about an Amazon delivery gone wrong and an unfortunate comment she made about Bruce's growing belly. We're also talking about why Cynthia can't host a football party without organized activities, how much we love hearing from our listeners, and the funny things that come with raising older kids. And before we wrap up, we have one very important question: What are you actually wearing to bed these days? We're taking a very unofficial poll, so let us know if you're Team Comfy or Team Sexy. We need answers! Become a Supertracker: sign up here ** As a supertracker you can join us for FALL-A-PALOOZA Oct 19th at 7:30 PM CST** Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Email: [email protected] Featured Sponsor:  Bold Bungalow– Bold Bungalow provides a casual shopping experience at their Dallas Texas boutique (preston royal shopping center) or online 24/7 at theboldbungalow.com , with flexible return/exchange policies and free shipping for purchases over $100. Dopamine clothing and fresh fall looks are available to make you feel confident and beautiful.  Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Messmerized with Gary Chapman Cynthia’s scalloped phone case squirrel deterrent Perfect hair day Night sweats remedy  perimenopause multivitamin George Muller’s Autobiography

We’re officially done pretending to understand things everyone else seems to have figured out. El Niño? No clue. Credit card points? Absolutely not. Macros? Please stop talking. Two-factor authentication? Feels aggressive. And don’t even ask us whether certain celebrities are alive or dead. We also compare midlife forgetfulness stories, revisit a truly unfortunate photo with Candace Cameron Bure, and hear one of the strangest things ever said by a Costco sample lady. Somewhere along the way, Alexa gets too personal, Heather brings up a bidet, and things go about as well as you’d expect.  Start October with some much-needed laughs!  Become a Supertracker: sign up here  ** SAVE THE DATE for FALL-APALOOZA Oct 10th at 7:30 PM CST** Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Email: [email protected] Featured Sponsor:  Bold Bungalow– Bold Bungalow provides a casual shopping experience at their Dallas Texas boutique (preston royal shopping center) or online 24/7 at theboldbungalow.com , with flexible return/exchange policies and free shipping for purchases over $100. Dopamine clothing and fresh fall looks are available to make you feel confident and beautiful.  Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Heather on Season 2 of Candace’s podcast Candace Cameron Bure on Special Forces World’s Toughest Test S5 Heather’s friend Tommy Office Space the movie Palm Royale with Carol Burnett Costco Banana Republic Sweater TTU Law Hand Soap Instagram Account Tushy Bidet 10% off with code “DMA” Cynthia’s Shein Green Top Heather’s Neck Fan Rosanne Beck College Team Place Mats oil stain remover for clothes Squishy Advent Calendar (It’s LEGIT!! Arrived after we taped!)

Apparently Prada has decided what the world really needs is an $875 diaper cover for grown women, and naturally we have thoughts. This week on Sidetracked, we’re talking questionable fashion choices, a Hyrox athlete with a level of commitment neither of us possesses, and all the sayings we still use that make absolutely no sense to our kids. “As the crow flies.” “Tape the show.” The Yellow Pages. Honestly, we’re one step away from explaining what a busy signal was. And then there’s Cynthia’s newest ministry opportunity: accidentally accepting a jail call—and agreeing to pay for all future calls. So if you ever get arrested, proceed carefully when choosing your one phone call. We also get into the unexpected beauty of an all-boys school, badly buttoned shirts no one cares about, and husbands who proudly announce they “did their own laundry” while ignoring everyone else’s. Time to get Sidetracked with us!  Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Email: [email protected] Featured Sponsor: BOLDLY Conference– Come ready to be awakened, encouraged, and equipped to live boldly into where God is calling you next. Join 4word for BOLDLY, October 23–24 in Dallas. Use Code SIDETRACKED2026 for $50 off registration. Learn more and register at 4wordwomen.org/boldly. Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Dustin Nickerson on XC parents Prada’s next fail Nate Bargatze Does His Own Laundry (sped up version)  Goodles - Cheddy Mac The Leftovers Show (proceed with caution) The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell (proceed with caution) Theo of Golden “I’m listening for the Character Development” Holderness Family Video Perfect Boxwood wreath? (wouldn’t let me link the 24 inch one) Boring gold hoops  Heather’s tear drop gold earrings Gorjana gold hoops U of TN goose outfit Collegiate Wrapping Paper Christmas Prep Club

What do you get when Cynthia is dressed in a tiny police hat and Heather nearly takes down a fighter jet factory after eating McDonald’s? Apparently, an episode of Sidetracked. This week we’re talking about the very humbling reality of raising kids after publicly speaking about how to be a good friend, the viral mom-group controversy that has us firmly Team Oreo, and why elementary classrooms may need a designated fart corner. We also get unexpectedly sentimental when talking about Dolly Parton, what someone’s life reveals by the people who show up for them, and why the way we love people really matters. Plus, Cynthia is suddenly very invested in wreath sashes, Heather has a back-to-school hack that might actually change your life, and we have thoughts on grandparent names, things we’re not sure we’re allowed to like anymore, and several emojis we apparently have no business using. Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! A to Z scripture cards Oreogate part 1 Fart corner Dolly Parton Goose Frost Buddy Coke Zero Edition The Expectation Gap  Wreath sashes Dress I bought from nuuly order  8 Smarts by Kathy Koch New way to meal plan (grocery list for this wk) Candace Cameron Bure Tour

Heather and Cynthia are back, and life has been coming at them FAST. Between college drop-offs, home chaos, parenting grown kids and a few situations that could only happen to their families, they have plenty to unpack—including a college bedroom decorating situation best described as Fifty Shades of Grain. Cynthia also shares about a scary and emotional few weeks with her mom’s unexpected cancer diagnosis, and how their family has seen God show up in some really tender ways. But because this is Sidetracked, even the hospital somehow produces stories that absolutely should not be funny... and yet here we are. Somehow they also find time to discuss questionable footwear, attempts at healthier habits and several things nobody asked them to have opinions about. It’s one of those episodes that goes from laughing to crying and right back to laughing again—which feels about right for this season of life. Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Heather’s amish top Closing of simply fondue Four Day Weekend Improv Rocketship Rubber Gloves in cute colors Radical Cynthia's Hokas  This sunglass brand for college guys Rambler Lemon Lime Sparkling Water Cosm theater

Heather and Cynthia are back after a little summer break, and apparently they packed an entire season's worth of stories into a few weeks. This episode includes Olympic bobsleds, fly-fishing anxiety, wisdom teeth, skydiving, law school move-ins, and the realization that moms never actually stop. You'll also hear what may be the most unnecessarily complicated peanut butter and jelly run in history, thanks to one very accomplished husband who somehow turned a dead truck battery into an adventure involving AutoZone, Uber, and a grocery cart.  Throw in a public service announcement about noise-canceling headphones at the gym and a PSA about whether dogs can actually be neurodivergent . . . and you've got one very sidetracked conversation. Grab your Coke Zero and come catch up with us!  Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Skydiving Dallas Five Star Weekend book JB- Burlebo backpack  Inflatable pool (similar to the one heather has) Brett - rolling TV stand Theo of Golden

Summer = lots of family time and a need for a lil work break. Cynthia and Heather are taking two weeks "off" from recording sidetracked. We'll be back with new episodes on August 7th. Today's episode originally aired in October of 2025. We get gloriously sidetracked by life’s adventures—like forgetting to pay the water bill, paying stadium prices for bottled water, and mourning the very first ding on a brand-new car. We also chat about when a low-cost vet clinic is worth it and why asking your husband if you need Botox is… not the question you want answered. It’s funny, relatable, and a little bit practical—come get sidetracked with us! Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Texas Coalition for Animal Protection Heather's friend Tommy who is a wealth adviser. Heather’s viral Collagen masks LONDONTOWN Lakur Nail Polish/Topper - Chrome Glaze Heather’s new rug Heather’s replacement forks Cynthia’s new fave Dry Shampoo  Shark Tank (TV Series 2009– ) - IMDb

This week, Cynthia and Heather are taking a lil breather and republishing an episode from our first summer together back in 2023.  That summer we recorded a 6-part mentoring series for the Don’t Mom Alone podcast. Each episode we attempted to answer a listener question with a bit of wisdom while also sharing the real life challenges of parenting.  In this convo we talk about what shows we weren’t allowed to watch. Cynthia shares the origin story of the cherry bomb exhaust. And we make our best attempt to help a mom who wonders: What do you do when your kids are a little sassier than necessary?  How do you respond? Can we shape their responses? When does it really matter?  Come time travel with us! Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place!

This week, Cynthia and Heather cover everything from Grandma Camp and grown-up field trips to possums, baptisms, and unexpected social media greatness. Oh, and Joanna Gaines reposted Cynthia’s story. We are not okay.  They discuss the behind-the-scenes chaos of organizing Cynthia’s first-ever Grown-Up Field Trip to Magnolia in Waco, Texas, including giant passenger vans, and some fabulous travel bags for the participants. Heather recounts a backyard showdown involving a possum and her dog, while the two discuss why women need more excuses to gather, laugh, and have fun together. They also celebrate a big milestone for JB, swap stories about aging parents, wedding showers, and family adventures, and debate whether Prime Days are actually going to bankrupt them. If your summer feels a little chaotic, take a break and come laugh with us. Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Heather’s flag sweater Dallas cowboy cheerleader show Needlework stand Heather’s caftan for grandma camp James Avery cross necklace Magnolia Christmas ornament Lego F1 car set  Heather’s bauble bar dupe necklace  lil purse sherry had (fake longchamp) my friend’s cute door wreath for the 4th (green wreath from target, big red/white striped bow from Lowes and beaded garland from Dollar tree)  Dr Pepper Zero Coconut (kate) Natasha Denona Mini Starlette Palette my magnolia vase  Featured Sponsor: PrepDish–It’s basically meal planning and grocery shopping done for me. Prep Dish is offering our listeners two weeks FREE, so there’s no risk in giving it a try for yourself. Just head to PrepDish.com/sidetracked to sign up.

What do hot rollers, menopause, a shattered office window, Texas A&M orientation, and four highly questionable dogs have in common? This week’s episode. Cynthia and Heather sit down with comedian and author Ellen Skrmetti for a conversation that somehow covers Southern beauty (not so) secrets, Botox, parenting in midlife, and why life is often completely—and hilariously—cattywampus (which also happens to be the title of Ellen’s new book). Then they catch up on summer adventures, a football game that ended in turf toe, Heather’s growing obsession with Aggie maroon, and the little moments moms never want to forget. Come laugh with us. It's summer—heaven knows we need it. ☀️ Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Ellen Skrmetti’s new book “Cattywampus” releasing in November Ellen’s daughter recommend this moisturizer Clinique clarifying step 2 toner Cakes nipple covers Jonathan Adler diamond art bookmarks Target built in bra tank figuring out the aggie maroon (not it and not it) Four Seasons 2nd season track pants from tiktok cushion covers  calamity club book  jb’s hair Cantu smooth and curl cream Featured Sponsor: PrepDish–It’s basically meal planning and grocery shopping done for me. Prep Dish is offering our listeners two weeks FREE, so there’s no risk in giving it a try for yourself. Just head to PrepDish.com/sidetracked to sign up.

Summer is here, which means Cynthia is creating ambitious plans for educational walks and homeschooling (which should last until approximately Tuesday at noon), and Heather is simply trying to survive graduation season and a questionable medical intervention. This week, they compare notes on a wedding, summer parenting, airplane annoyances, and the shocking discovery that "cocktail attire" means something completely different in North Carolina than it does in Dallas. They also discuss a particular ring bearer who took his responsibilities a little too seriously, a graduation season celebrity sighting, and a reference to the "Harvey Weinstein of Dallas." Plus, Heather contemplates buying an inflatable Gaga Ball pit, and a routine Target return takes a dark turn when Cynthia is unexpectedly reunited with an unmentionable at customer service. As always, it's equal parts life advice and public embarrassment.  Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! gaga ball pit new game hitster  target travel pill box new tanning stuff mahj card cover  Featured Sponsor: PrepDish–It’s basically meal planning and grocery shopping done for me. Prep Dish is offering our listeners two weeks FREE, so there’s no risk in giving it a try for yourself. Just head to PrepDish.com/sidetracked to sign up.

This week’s Sidetracked includes a college decision fake-out, a daughter trying to square up with a driverless car in Austin, and Heather nearly getting into a roadside altercation while refereeing two grown adults behaving like toddlers. And in a weird déjà vu situation, Abby made the neighborhood Facebook page again after getting caught stealing freedom laps around the neighborhood. There’s also a revelation that Dreamsicle-flavored Tums may be the downfall of American society, and Heather has officially entered her garage-fridge era and has never felt more bougie about cold beverages in her life. Did we mention Cynthia also accidentally drove the wrong way through a hospital entrance on her way to a full-body skin check? Another week, another conversation about inappropriate Mother’s Day cards, signature house scents, wildflower seeds, tortilla chip superiority, and the ongoing realization that middle-aged women are apparently one minor inconvenience away from a full public unraveling. Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Video for heterosexual men picking flowers on Mother’s Day Airtag holder for dog collar Orange and Cream Tums Ozone generator–from my friend Lindsay Howard–”use in small spaces. Can’t be home when you use it and don’t return to house for two hours” wildflower seeds nest diffuser El Patio chips Featured Sponsor: PrepDish–It’s basically meal planning and grocery shopping done for me. Prep Dish is offering our listeners two weeks FREE, so there’s no risk in giving it a try for yourself. Just head to PrepDish.com/sidetracked to sign up.

Happy Mother’s Day from Sidetracked! This week, Cynthia and Heather celebrate by bringing on two very special guests: their moms. What follows is equal parts heartfelt, nostalgic, and absolutely hilarious. Between forgotten hearing aids, technology struggles, and one mom admitting she doesn’t actually listen to the podcast, the episode is entertaining from the very start. The conversation somehow moves from Mother’s Day wisdom to Cynthia accidentally coating herself in hairspray instead of self-tanner, Heather preparing for Texas hail with patio cushions and rope, and a memorable conversation involving old bridal lingerie and adult daughters. It’s a fun, laugh-out-loud episode full of stories about motherhood, family, and the introduction of a new word you’ll never say with a straight face again. And for those wanting more, the Super Trackers bonus episode includes even more stories from Kathy and Dorothy, plus some genuinely meaningful wisdom about faith, prayer, and motherhood. **Sign up to be a supertracker in the next two weeks and will pick one person to get a cameo from us! Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Self Tanner that looks like hairspray Inflatable car cover Kate and Molly on Messmerized Volcano candle or nice candle  Curling iron  Necklaces  Soma Undies  Rain coat outfit for my goose  Mesh ballerina flats New set of hot rollers Featured Sponsor: PrepDish–It’s basically meal planning and grocery shopping done for me. Prep Dish is offering our listeners two weeks FREE, so there’s no risk in giving it a try for yourself. Just head to PrepDish.com/sidetracked to sign up.

It’s the typical Sidetracked chaos when Heather casually drops a surprise guest into the mix. Cynthia spends way too long preparing (panic-researching every Christian comedian she can find) just to avoid saying the wrong name. Somehow, she correctly lands on Tim Hawkins, and the conversation quickly turns into stand-up, “years of failure,” and whether Cynthia could casually open a show (she’s confident she could). From there, it goes exactly where you’d expect—and nowhere you’d predict. There’s a cautionary tale about daytime napping that ends with a car vs. gate situation, a middle-of-the-night roach encounter that absolutely no one needed to hear—but now you do—and a group of grown women at a luxury hotel fully committing to rescuing baby ducks like it’s their life’s purpose. They also recap a next-level themed Mahjong party and float the idea of “adult field trips” (name still pending). It’s fast, funny, and completely unhinged—exactly as intended. Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Fist Bump with Tim Hawkins –Out now!  Bug-a-Salt (salt gun for insects) Sweat enhancing waist belt  Youth Equipped to Succeed Featured Sponsor:PrepDish–It’s basically meal planning and grocery shopping done for me. Prep Dish is offering our listeners two weeks FREE, so there’s no risk in giving it a try for yourself. Just head to PrepDish.com/sidetracked to sign up.

Today we’re spiraling (naturally) into the part of the internet where people are turning their kids’ teeth into jewelry. Rings. Actual rings. We are not okay. We also unpack the emotional damage of putting bar stools out for bulk trash… only for them to sit there for days, completely ignored. Nothing like realizing your garbage is too garbage for other people to take.  And we try out a new parenting strategy: yelling “Jessica!” mid-tantrum to reset the situation. Does it work? Unclear. Will it confuse everyone involved? Absolutely. It’s parenting highs, lows, and even a live “text song lyrics to your kids” experiment. Hard to believe this content is free. Come for the laughs, stay for the solidarity… unless you wear your kids’ teeth—then maybe don’t come at all? Become a Supertracker: sign up here  Connect with Us:  Website:  Sidetracked Instagram:  CynthiaHeather (@thesidetrackedshow) YouTube: sidetracked with cynthia & heather Ask Me Anything - Sidetracked Heather MacFadyen (@dontmomalone) Cynthia Wilkinson Yanof (@cynthiayanof) Links Mentioned:   Amazon Storefront–all our faves in one place! Quince navy blazer with zip-in sweater Egg cooker  Teeth to rings video Texting Song Lyrics Billie Razors for Women A&M mahjong set  That Thrifting Show with Lara Spencer Artemis II news Cynthia’s Amazon tops: green floral,  eyelet top, solid puff sleeves, multicolor trimmed boho Featured Sponsor: PrepDish–It’s basically meal planning and grocery shopping done for me. Prep Dish is offering our listeners two weeks FREE, so there’s no risk in giving it a try for yourself. Just head to PrepDish.com/sidetracked to sign up.