DaBaddest Radio – Episode: "It's Giving Imposters"

Host: Bretman Rock (with guests Ms. K and Nikki B)
Date: December 11, 2025

Episode Overview

"It’s Giving Imposters" is a lively, candid, and often hilarious episode where Bretman Rock and his close friends, Ms. K and Nikki B, deep-dive into self-care, friendship dynamics, travel stories, and their takes on “hoe era” and hookup culture. With face masks on and hot chocolate in hand, the group leans into their signature vibe: playful, brutally honest, and supportive—even when poking fun at each other. The episode is capped off with a competitive game of “Impostor,” serving up more laughs and quick-witted banter.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Setting the Scene: Self-Care Night In (00:24 – 01:52)

• The episode starts in true DaBaddest style: face masks on, no makeup, impromptu, and cozy.
• The crew decides to embrace self-care for the December kickoff and skip glam, setting a relaxed and intimate tone.

2. Addressing "The Elephant in the Room": Friendship Communication and Drama (01:52 – 06:12)

• Apologies & Group Dynamics: Bretman and Ms. K address a previous miscommunication that sparked drama among fans but was handled and resolved among themselves long ago.
  • "If you felt like I was very dismissive of your feelings, I'm so sorry." – Bretman (03:53)
  • Both stress that disagreements are a normal aspect of family/friend relationships and that their style of banter can seem more dramatic than it is.
  • Ms. K reiterates she never took offense and that fans’ reactions sometimes blow things out of proportion.

3. Travel Tales and Self-Reflection (09:11 – 18:00)

• New York Anticipation: The group talks about their coming trip to New York and memories from past pivotal trips, including the infamous “Versailles trip.”
• Miscommunications on the Road: Ms. K recounts believing she was on vacation during a Europe trip, only to discover conflicting expectations about her role, highlighting the importance of clear communication.
  • "I thought I was here for fun...I didn't think I was working." – Ms. K (13:51)
• Lesson on Boundaries and Checking In: It’s revealed that even among friends and family, talking openly about roles, expectations, and boundaries is necessary for harmony.

4. City Stories: Hookups, Surprises, and Surviving the Road (20:04 – 33:00)

• Tour Life Antics: Each friend shares their most memorable experience from Bretman’s early city tours—ranging from hotel mishaps in San Francisco (encountering prostitutes, getting stuck in an elevator) to wild hookups (Uber drivers and joint-smoking cuties).
• Anecdotes:
  • Ms. K hilariously narrates hooking up with her Uber driver in Detroit.
  • The group recalls getting stuck in an overcapacity elevator before a party and how Nikki silently endured her claustrophobia (25:00 – 25:36).
  • Bretman shares a story about a “straight boy” at a college party and how a harmless joint led to an unexpected make-out (and more).

5. Unfiltered Chat on Hoe Era & Hookup Culture (33:04 – 37:41)

• The trio unpacks their personal “hoe era” stories, opening up about the highs and, especially, the lows—like first hookups and STD test scares.
  • Ms. K shares her cautionary tale of a hookup gone wrong: "I really got scarred...two weeks later, I get a call, and he goes, I just tested positive for chlamydia." (33:37)
• All agree: emotional connection is increasingly important as they mature.
• Candid advice is given: always get tested, know your status, and insist on enthusiastic consent.
  • "Consent and know your status. And girl, have fun." – Bretman (37:42)

6. Self-Care Routines and Wellness Tips (38:09 – 41:44)

• Nikki B: Shopping and solo trips to the beach as essential me-time and grounding activities.
• Ms. K: Driving alone, days at the beach, napping, and listening to one’s body as forms of self-preservation.
• Bretman: Emphasizes sleep as the top form of self-care and the privilege it becomes with increased adulthood responsibilities.
  • "The most important self-care you could do is sleep...getting all eight hours is truly a privilege." – Bretman (41:48)

7. Imposter Game Segment (41:51 – 56:30)

• The group plays a game of 'Impostor,' taking turns guessing a secret word based on clues, leading to contagious laughter, running jokes, and banter about Hawaiian local references, jobs, and favorite snacks.
  • Notable moment: Extensive back-and-forth as they try to catch the imposter—Bretman’s quick deflection and Nikki’s exasperation (45:56–46:28).
  • The segment showcases their competitive side and tight-knit dynamic.

8. Product Recommendations of the Week (56:37 – 57:44)

• Bretman: Bosche and Lomb Lumify eye drops.
• Ms. K: Her favorite clear face mask.
• Nikki B: A lip balm from Korea gifted by Brett (plus a scalp spray as a bonus mention).

9. Closing and Where to Find the Crew (58:44–59:44)

• Shoutouts to Nikki B’s Sea Breeze Collective jewelry, Ms. K’s IG (minskaye), and, of course, all things Bretman Rock.
• "We love you guys and we'll see you next Thursday." – Bretman

Notable Quotes & Moments

• On family candor:
  "In our family, it's like when things get, like, miscommunicated, yes, we butt head...but at the end of the day, we, like, literally talk to each other like nothing." – Ms. K (05:42)

• On “hoe era” culture:
  "You gotta fuck me in the brain." – Bretman (35:44)
  "We all deserve to nut that part. Yes. Nut for everybody." – Bretman (36:00)

• On boundaries and health:
  "Please, please be safe...get tested, know your status." – Bretman (37:06)

• On self-care evolution:
  "Self care is so much more than that. I think the most important self care you could do is sleep." – Bretman (41:41)

Key Timestamps

• 00:24: Self-care face mask night & episode kickoff
• 01:52: Apology and friendship communication segment
• 09:11: Upcoming New York trip & travel nostalgia
• 13:51: The infamous miscommunicated Europe trip
• 20:04: Tour stories and city hookups
• 25:00: Stuck in an elevator at a pre-party
• 33:04: Honest conversation about “hoe era” & sexual health
• 37:42: Consent and safe sex
• 38:09: Discussion on self-care routines
• 41:51 – 56:30: Impostor game and running inside jokes
• 56:37: Products of the week
• 58:44: Plugs for personal socials and businesses
• 59:44: Sign-off

Episode Vibe & Tone

Consistently light, hilarious, and unfiltered, the episode feels like hanging out with your loudest, most loving friend group. Bretman and crew toggle effortlessly between intimate storytelling, brutal honesty, and playful competition, all while driving home messages of self-love, healthy boundaries, and prioritizing your own well-being.

This summary covers the entire content of "It’s Giving Imposters," capturing all major themes, hilarious asides, and memorable lines—perfect for anyone who missed it or wants the highlights in one place.