Join Cristy and Rachel as they hilariously navigate the juggling act of adulthood while clinging to their tradition of 'mandatory makeup' sessions! From middle school memories to modern womanhood, they blend humor, chaos, and friendship in a relatable way that highlights the comedic tension of keeping up with life and friendly commitments.

The Hilarious Chaos of 'Mandatory Makeup'

Despite being lifelong besties, Cristy and Rachel juggle the absurdities of pandemic life to carve out time for each other. Discover how they navigate living close but feeling miles apart, and keep the friendship alive!

Besties in the Age of Social Distancing: Making Friendship Work

Ever had one of those nights where your dog's mysterious noises send you running to the kitchen, knife in hand? Join Cristy and Rachel as they hilariously recall those spooky evenings filled with unexpected frights, all in the name of fun and friendship! Perfect for fellow Halloween enthusiasts who appreciate a dash of humor with their goosebumps.

Freaky Dog Sounds: My Knife-Wielding Nights!

Join Cristy and Rachel as they dive into a personal encounter that left them curiously unfazed. Did past experiences trigger a comedic calm in the face of the unknown? It's a blend of humor and psychology, discussing 'Signs'-like creatures and speedy mysteries!

The Alien Encounter That Was More Bizarre Than Scary

When Cristy encounters an enigmatic beast, the line between reality and imagination blurs. Listen as we spin a hilarious yet eerie encounter that's equal parts whimsical and spine-chilling.

Was It a Coyote or Something Spookier?

Ever seen a big guy tiptoe like a ninja? Bryson's epic scare prank on Ryan is the funniest thing you'll watch today. From ninja moves to flailing arms, this prank will have you in stitches! Who knew big boys could jump so high?

When Giants Tiptoe: The Hilarious Scare Prank

Cristy takes us back to a hilarious Halloween memory when her dad's monster disguise left her and cousin Neely fleeing for their lives. Who knew a gorilla costume could incite such chaos and nostalgia? Listen in for a hearty dose of humor and childhood terror!

The Halloween Prank That Terrorized Two Little Princesses

Cristy and Rachel recount a spine-chilling yard encounter where the dogs' barking stops after a speedy 3-foot creature vanishes into the woods. Did we just experience a suburban Bigfoot sighting? 🐾🤯 #PetMysteries #CuriousCreatures

Did Our Dogs See Bigfoot?

Christy plans the ultimate scare prank on Ryan, exploiting his phone addiction! Will she succeed in making him jump out of his skin? Stay tuned for this hilarious showdown as she strategizes the perfect moment for the prank of the decade.

Scare Prank Plot: Christy vs. Ryan

Discover the hilarious and heartfelt moment when Cristy and Rachel proved that true friendship means being ready for anything—even tornadoes at dawn! Tune in for tales of chaos, comedy, and camaraderie from the women of Mandatory Meet Up.

Tornado Panic at 4:35 AM: Friendship Goals Unlocked!

Welcome back! Rachel and Cristy catch up, take time to recognize Breast cancer awareness month, and continue spooky season with more ghost stories!

The grey man of Pawley's Island, South Carolina has been spotted walking the beach before impending storms, warning whomever may see him to take shelter. We discuss the legend and lore around this mysterious figure!

We share some of our personal experiences with the paranormal!

Resource to self examine for signs of breast cancer:

https://www.breastcancer.org/screening-testing/breast-self-exam-bse

Mandatory Meet Up - Episode 2

Hey Y'all! We are Cristy and Rachel, two best friends in our 30s who decided to start a podcast!

In this episode we give you a little bit of insight into who we are and discuss our goals for this pod. We hope you will join us each episode!

We also wanted to celebrate Spooky Season with some South Carolina legends and haunts with some personal experiences thrown in!

Find us on social Media:

Tiktok @ Mandatory Meet up

Instagram @ Mandatory Meet Up!

If you are able, please help support those that have been affected by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton:

https://www.gofundme.com/s?q=first+responders&c=2&time-period=

https://www.gofundme.com/f/fuel-helicopters-to-save-nc-mountain-communities

https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-hurricane-milton-victims-in-tampa

Mandatory Meet Up - Episode 1

Two millennial Moms, who have been best friends since high school, share their life experiences growing up and living in the Southern US. 

Cristy Ramos and Rachel Thessen (@mandatorymeetup) · Zencastr

Cristy Ramos and Rachel Thessen (@mandatorymeetup)

Hi! We are Cristy and Rachel, two best friends in our later thirties who decided to start a podcast! 

We will be sharing life experiences as mothers in the southern U.S., talking about mental health and our personal experiences, and sharing funny stories. We want to foster a fun and safe community for others to engage with us and each other.

Find Us on Social Media - @ Mandatory Meet Up 

Tiktok and Instagram!

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Mandatory Meet Up - Episode 2

Mandatory Meet Up - Episode 1