Rare Breeds
Karsyn Elledge and Caitlin Waltrip, two lifelong besties bonded by shared chaos and famous families, dive into the hilarity and heartbreak of navigating life after growing up in NASCAR's spotlight. They share unfiltered takes on messy nights out and adulthood, bringing real, raw, and ridiculously funny conversations. This podcast offers a unique perspective on girlhood, mixing humor with meaningful moments.
Episodes
If You’re Asking If You Should Text Your Ex… Text Your Therapist
Clearly, we learned nothing from last week’s episode… because, like Karsyn, Caitlin and white-water rafting don’t mix. On this episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn Elledge and Caitlin Waltrip dive into their Emotional Purse – Karsyn was up until 2 a.m. at Hickory Motor Speedway, and the encounters she experienced were anything but normal.
In Messy Draft this week, the girls detail five things they’d ba
Caitlin Waltrip Didn’t Know What Bowman Gray Stadium Was…
You’re gonna need a life jacket, paper towels, and a lid on your cup of wine for this episode of Rare Breeds. Karsyn Elledge details a rocky trip to Colorado that was both fun and fearful after a rafting trip sent her rolling through the rapids… without a life jacket. Caitlin Waltrip’s Emotional Purse is $80 lighter this week after her son refused to lose a claw machine game. In Messy Draft, the g
They Warned Caitlin… Then A Security Guard Escorted Her Out
Grab your wine, a cozy blanket, and your favorite chair… because we’ve got a lot to cover in this week's episode of Rare Breeds. Life-long best friends Karsyn Elledge and Caitlin Waltrip start things off with a hectic Emotional Purse – Karsyn spent a weekend at the racetrack where a few drinks and a trailer nap quickly turned chaotic at 3 a.m. Caitlin spills the tea on a high school field trip to
Caitlin's Son Snuck Out... But Not For What You Might Think
Karsyn's HOA president reached out to us... and we still can't believe what the message said. Caitlin Waltrip and Karsyn Elledge unpack it all in a diverse Emotional Purse to kick off the show. Caitlin details her son's attempt at sneaking out, and Karsyn found high heels designed for a squatty potty. In Messy Draft, the girls detail their top five most irrational fears. After, we dive into a bran
Places We’ve Cried (Ranked)
Need breakup advice? You’ve come to the right place. On today’s episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn Elledge and Caitlin Waltrip jump right into their Emotional Purses. Caitlin successfully hosted a triple date with her sons and their girlfriends, while Karsyn gives an update on the "short man." In Rarely Reality, the girls react to the Love Island USA finale and look ahead to the cast’s reunion. Whose
Get Real… Taylor Swift’s Wedding Was Everything It Should’ve Been
It’s hot, we’re bothered, and we can’t not spend $100 every time we leave the house. But, Karsyn doesn’t have any heartbreak to report – instead, on this episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn’s HOA apparently has a problem with clovers in her yard, and Caitlin’s son accomplished a major goal on July 4th. Rarely Reality returns this week, and the girls go DEEP discussing Love Island USA’s upcoming finale.
He Might Be 5’2, But This Ain’t No Short Story
Karsyn’s dating life has been awfully quiet… until now. On this episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn and Caitlin open an Emotional Purse with plenty of highs and lows. Karsyn details an out-of-nowhere breakup that she never saw coming, while Caitlin describes her son’s adventure to create a gift basket for his crush.
A new segment, Rarely Reality, debuts this week, and the girls are all in on Love Isla
Our Way Too Early Love Island Winner Predictions
We’re back, better than ever, and just in time for Love Island USA… Karsyn Elledge and Caitlin Waltrip return after a summer break just as the hit reality show is getting good. The girls kick things off by emptying their surprisingly joyful Emotional Purse. Karsyn is an auntie now (sort of) and can’t believe a man would willingly wear flip flops to his child’s birth. Meanwhile, Caitlin spent most
These Unmatched Feelings Will Get You Nostalgic
After a week off, we’re back for another episode of Rare Breeds. Karsyn and Caitlin jump right into a chaotic Emotional Purse where Karsyn accidentally buys an undersized lawn chair and immediately regrets it. Caitlin looks ahead to baseball season with her kids as Karsyn recaps an underwhelming experience at a Titanic Museum. Messy Draft’s topic this week is “Unmatched Feelings,” and it has us fe
Text Him... Even If He Doesn't Have Legs
We went to a Magic Mike show at a bar that took raunchy to a whole new level. Let’s recap it! On this episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn and Caitlin reminisce on a girl’s trip to a local bar that they never could’ve imagined. Caitlin’s Emotional Purse gets real when she details an embarrassing moment at a gas station. Messy Draft follows as we detail things that aren’t illegal, but we think they shoul
10 Signs You Grew Up Southern
Karsyn lost her debit card, Caitlin finally watched the Kentucky Derby, and someone got chlamydia... If you're looking for variety, this episode of Rare Breeds has it. Karsyn literally empties her Emotional Purse, admitting she lost her debit card. Caitlin gets complimented at the liquor store before admitting she's never watched the Kentucky Derby — until now. Karsyn recalls her own trip to the K
Should I Date My Ex-Situationship's Roommate?
Some hills are worth dying on. In our case, they're expected. On this episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn Elledge and Caitlin Waltrip dig deep in their Emotional Purse as Karsyn prepares for a ground shaking (literally) Bruno Mars concert. This week's Messy Draft has the girls debating the hills they'll forever die on — including ranch dressing at every restaurant and double texting (it's a standard, y
Our List of Underrated Forgotten Songs Will Shock You
Is Dakota Mortensen really stepping out of the spotlight, or is this just the beginning? On this episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn Elledge and Caitlin Waltrip dive into Mortensen’s public statement amid his return to social media. The girls recap an uncharacteristically tame weekend trip to a cabin where moving a mattress became a back breaking affair. In Messy Draft, Karsyn and Caitlin display just
Is Alix Earle and Alex Cooper's Feud Just A PR Stunt?
We’re sick with Bieber Fever… so naturally, it’s time to talk about Coachella. Karsyn Elledge and Caitlin Waltrip return on this episode of Rare Breeds and talk Justin Bieber’s Coachella performance that healed a generation. Alix Earle is back in the spotlight, and her drama with Alex Cooper sparks an age-old question: Is the drama just a PR stunt? Karsyn then recounts a life-changing dating story
Could We Live The Amish Lifestyle?
Would you rip off your own shirt sleeves to have toilet paper in the woods? For Karsyn, when you gotta go, you gotta go. You'll need your wine glasses (or plastic cups) for this episode of Rare Breeds. Karsyn and Caitlin kick things off discussing Dakota Mortensen's removal from other reality TV shows. Caitlin recalls her first soda bar experience and, needless to say, she wasn't impressed. The gi
Never Judge A Girl By Her Broken Nail
Did Karsyn really drink $1,000 wine for free? We'll let you be the judge. Grab your wine glasses, because this episode of Rare Breeds sees Karsyn and Caitlin regroup to talk even more Bachelorette drama and whether or not we'll ever see this season of the beloved sitcom. Karsyn thinks this could be the real end of MomTok. Caitlin reminds us why you should never judge a girl by her broken nail in a
Mormon Wives Drama, Celebrity Exes & Skid Marks
Bachelorette drama, celebrity ex-husbands, and skid marks. If you’re looking for range, this episode of Rare Breeds has it all. Karsyn and Caitlin break down the upcoming Bachelorette season being cancelled and what that might mean for the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives future. Plus, Miley Cyrus called Alex Cooper “creepy” at the Hannah Montana 20-year reunion, and Karsyn has all the tea. In Text Hi
Guide to Proper Bachelorette Party Etiquette
On today’s episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn and Caitlin dive into the big life questions—like where all the cover bands disappeared to, and the unspoken rules of splitting bills on a bachelorette trip.
Caitlin somehow made it back from spring break in one piece… despite losing her car keys on day one. Karsyn, on the other hand, may have cracked the code on her future retirement plan—and, funny enoug
People Will Do Anything But Break Up
On this week’s episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn and Caitlin are celebrating their 15-year friend anniversary…on Facebook. Caitlin releases some childhood trauma from being told she “takes up too much space spiritually,” and Karsyn details her chaotic start to record day. In our pop culture update, Karsyn reveals she went to Zendaya’s Sweet 16, what guys the new bachelorette, Taylor Frankie Paul, wil
SOS…Caitlin is Chaperoning a Field Trip
On today’s episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn and Caitlin debut their new studio, and the tea is as hot as ever. Karsyn recaps her weekend, which started with unplugging a restaurant’s lights and ended up at Charlotte’s most well-known dive bar. Caitlin previews her upcoming chaperone duties for her son’s school field trip, and the two list out everything they hate in this week’s Messy Draft. Plus, tw
Hear Me Out…Unhinged Crushes
After a week off, Karsyn and Caitlin are back for another episode of Rare Breeds, and they have a lot to talk about. Karsyn & Caitlin recap their eventful week in Daytona, which included meeting some celebrities on the grid. We introduce a new segment, which means absolute chaos, as the girls play Hear Me Out, a segment dedicated to their weirdest and most unhinged romantic crushes. Plus, they giv
Sloppy On The Slopes & Going A.W.O.L.
Karsyn returns from her ski trip, which was almost over before it started, and Caitlin has to deal with a snowstorm of her own in NC. The girls get into the best & worst fits from the GRAMMYs, especially Chappell Roan's dress that had two points we wanted to cover... Next up, things get heated in a Text Him or Wreck Him when video games & Valentine's Day are brought to the table. In Ask Rare Breed
Kissing My John Cena Poster
Kissing John Cena, caviar taste test, and Margot Robbie co-dependency, this episode of Rare Breeds has serious range. Karsyn updates us on Chicago Man, and if there’s a future reunion brewing, Alix Earle has a new reality TV show that we’re all excited for, and what’s up with Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi? In Text Him or Wreck Him, Caitlin might have got AI Catfished, a bride-to-be hates her enga
P.T.O. Prepare The Others
This week on Rare Breeds, chaos is fully activated. Karsyn gives us an update on Chicago Man, and Caitlin is handing out unhinged but somehow solid relationship advice. We debate whether Pitbull is actually a lifestyle, why couples who cook together are cringey, and how to spot the psycho friend who’s low-key trying to steal your man. There’s a deep dive into the ever-confusing Brooklyn Beckham dr
Man vs. Commitment
On today’s episode of Rare Breeds, it’s Caitlin’s birthday, and the confetti is flying. Karsyn and Caitlin dig into what’s really in their emotional purses this week, before Caitlin flips the script and puts Karsyn in the hot seat to prove she’s truly her best friend.In Text Him or Wreck Him, listeners write in for advice on handling the “pick me girl” in the friend group—and how to stop being the
I Need a Happy Dad & a Good Boy
Karsyn and Caitlin are back for another episode of Rare Breeds. It’s 2026, and Caitlin is participating in Dry January…for the first 20 minutes of today’s show. Karsyn is bringing back having an arch-nemesis, and we’re listing what’s in and what’s out for us in 2026, including posting daily updates on Instagram, celebrity couples, and more! In Text Him Or Wreck Him, one listener needs advice on wh
My Man Dressed Up as Santa…I Got The Ick
On today’s episode of Rare Breeds, our luck is starting to change! Karsyn is now the proud owner of a slushie machine, and Caitlin won a porch swing at the holiday Christmas party. We have Caitlin try the “say the word on beat challenge”, a listener got the ick from her situationship getting roasted by 10-year-olds dressed as Santa, and Karsyn is looking for love on New Year’s…under a table with s
Hot Girls Build Legos Too
On today’s episode of Rare Breeds, Karsyn and Caitlin are basically FBI investigators, as they try to find out if the Alix Earle breakup is real or fake. Karsyn reveals she’s big into Legos, as every hot girl is, and Caitlin recalls one Christmas where the family hired a real-life Bad Santa, father and son edition. In Text Him or Wreck Him, Caitlin gives one listener advice on how to deal with a M
Our Spotify Wrapped Exposed Us
Rare Breeds is back after Thanksgiving break, and things picked up right where they left off. Karsyn does a deep dive into her Spotify Wrapped recap, which may have revealed why she feels older than she is. Then Karsyn and Caitlin learn a new term used to call someone who uses Snapchat, and they're NOT thrilled about it. Ask Rare Breeds is back, where Caitlin helps all our male listeners with Chri
Tall Men: Because You Can't Climb a Shrub
Rare Breeds is back, and Karsyn has breaking news to share involving an old situationship and a Hinge profile. Caitlin debates why there's no need to wash your feet in the shower, and are joint bachelor and bachelorette parties the move? In Text Him or Wreck Him, we help a listener get over being "the other girl" in an engagement love triangle, and why liking other girls' bikini pictures is the wr
The Shocking Text Sent to the Family Group Chat
Rare Breeds is back, and things go off the rails fast. Caitlin reveals the shocking picture somebody sent in her family group chat, Karsyn pulls a prank on Caitlin in public that may lead to an all-out prank war, and Karsyn and Caitlin recap their day at the Renaissance festival. We talk about why the wife making more money than the husband is iconic, a person’s hobbies can tell a lot about them,
Rubbing Is Racing and So Is My Anxiety
Welcome to Rare Breeds, the unhinged group chat you can’t mute. Today we run a chaotic “Which Quarterback Are You In Relationships?” quiz, crown a backup QB2, and psychoanalyze the “other girl” era. We plan our full send to the Renaissance Festival with costumes, knives, and turkey legs, confess why adult roller coasters now equal acid reflux, and break down the Louvre heist like hot-criminal somm
Situationships Are Out. Define It Or Dip.
Welcome to Rare Breeds. We’re talking dealbreakers, situationships, and why you need to define the relationship like a grown adult. We drag run club cult energy, debate the face-down phone move, and serve petty justice ideas that are legal but gloriously annoying. We hit weddings, ADHD photographers, UTIs, and the very real phenomenon of being a homebody until the bar hits. Plus, the line of the d
The Voicemail That Launched Chaos
Rare Breeds is back with pickle martinis and pure chaos. We drop breaking tea about a cheating saga, play What’s Your Next Move with messy scenarios, and crown new champions in Petty Court. The voicemail soldier goes undercover to pull receipts. Girl code stays undefeated. If you love unfiltered female friendship, reckless honesty, and practical petty, this episode is your new comfort show. Subscr
We’re Not Healing, We’re Rebranding
Nashville chaos, drive-by detective work, and full-throttle honesty. This Rare Breeds episode dives into small-town hot-girl theory, why casino culture needs beginner tables, and a messy situationship investigation that unfolds in phases. The crew puts wild listener stories on trial in Petty court, from forklift revenge to Craigslist personals, then drafts the ultimate main character energy moves
Are Men's Toes Public Enemy No. 1?
Rare Breeds dives into the ultimate red flag list: flip-flops at the bar, J-name trauma, navy sheets, and the eternal question of men’s toes in public. We spiral through a mystery concert booked while drunk, a Costco parking vengeance arc, and your chaotic “text him or wreck him” submissions. Plus hangxiety cures, Hot Cheeto girl anthropology, and a guy-stuff quiz that exposes zyn double-deckers a
Pimpalations 3:16: Don’t Burn Bridges
Rare Breeds dives straight into chaos this week. We start with a TSA meltdown and $15 airport wine, then jump into Petty Court to rule on blocking the ex’s dog and spoiling a Marvel movie for a ghoster. An “ideal girlfriend” quiz crowns one Hot Potato and one Ideal Girl, we swap legendary Halloween costumes, and we draft the worst ways to cancel plans. Text Him or Wreck Him returns with weekend gh
Petty Court Is Now In Session
Rare Breeds is back with Karsyn and Caitlin bringing the chaos, cocktails, and unfiltered girl talk. This episode kicks off with a hilarious “toxic girl” guided meditation (think Shania Twain on TouchTunes, wine glass in hand) before diving into a weekend recap full of messy drama: a $24 strip-club ATM fee, a $200 Casa Azul tequila bottle with nonstop bell-ringing, and a situationship that acts li
She Swallowed Her Kid’s Tooth. We’re Not Okay.
Karsyn and Caitlin go full Rare Breeds with a chaotic birthday kickoff, an unbelievable “I swallowed my kid’s tooth” story, and a heated takedown of the viral Dubai chocolate bar. We hit celebrity tea, Sunday Funday mistakes, and the sacred right to Irish-exit a concert.Our “Text Him or Wreck Him” inbox is stacked: the group-hang date that detoured past the ex, the no-veggies guy, and the silent t
Welcome to Rare Breeds: Starting Messy, Staying Messy
Welcome to Rare Breeds, the podcast where chaos meets confession. In our very first episode, Karsyn and Caitlin dump out their “emotional purses” — from fantasy football wins and family Facebook drama to Waffle House love stories and karaoke crimes at the Ultimate Bar & Grill. We debut our “Text Him or Wreck Him” segment, draft the worst party fouls of all time, and debate what’s delulu vs what’s
Rare Breeds - Coming Soon
Join Karsyn Elledge and Caitlin Kinnard every week as they unpack the heartbreaks that wreck you, the nights that heal you, the laughter that saves you, and the messy middle where we’re all just trying to keep it together.It’s bold. It’s unhinged. It’s real as hell. Welcome to Rare Breeds it's the heartbreaks that wreck you, the nights that heal you, the laughter that saves you, and the messy midd
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