There’s a special kind of magic that happens when two friends sit down to chat—the kind of conversation that starts with decorating a shelf and ends with sharing a treasured family recipe. That’s precisely the heart behind my newest adventure: The Sentimental Twist Podcast, co-hosted with my Instagram friend and fellow nostalgia-lover, Brittany Shepard of @brittanyshepard and The Sentimental Decorator.
We’re both creators who believe that the soul of a home lives in the details—the stories behind the teacups, the handwritten recipes tucked into cookbooks, and the gatherings that linger long after the dishes are cleared. This podcast is our love letter to it all.
So, What Can You Expect?
Each week, Brittany and I will invite you into our world of meaningful decor, gracious hospitality, and heirloom living. Think of it as a cozy porch chat with friends who get your love for vintage linens and bundt cake pans.
We’ll cover everything from:
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The art of hosting without perfection
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Decorating with pieces that tell a story
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Our favorite seasonal traditions and new trends
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Heirloom recipes with modern twists
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Heartfelt conversations about life, legacy, and making space for what matters
And yes—there will be laughter, a few rabbit trails, and probably more than one story that starts with “You’re not going to believe this…”
Meet Your Hosts
I’m Melissa, founder of Home with a Twist, where I share the joys of hosting with intention, cooking comfort food, and making your home feel like a hug. Brittany is a writer and curator of cozy, sentimental style who turns everyday spaces into timeless treasures. Together, we bring decades of experience, friendship, and a dash of Southern charm to the mic.
Launch Date + How to Listen
Our first episode drops June 19 but as a subscriber you get to listen to the podcast trailer here, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the conversation. Be sure to follow us so you don’t miss a thing, and follow us on Instagram @thesentimentaltwistpodcast for behind-the-scenes peeks, episode highlights, and fun.
Come Sit with Us
If you love slow weekend mornings, the smell of something baking in the oven, or rearranging your shelves to make room for a new flea market find, The Sentimental Twist Podcast was made for you. We hope you’ll tune in, subscribe, and join us.
Because every good story deserves to be told—and we can’t wait to share ours with you.
Hospitality is in my DNA. I founded Home with a Twist, a daughter’s twist on her mother’s traditions, in memory of my mother to celebrate her life and the gifts she shared with me. Mother loved to celebrate life’s occasions – big and small.