Let's Be Honest with Kristin Cavallari

Episode: Why I Can't Date An Actor with Justin Anderson
Date: November 11, 2025

Episode Overview

In this candid and energetically honest episode, Kristin Cavallari sits down with her best friend, celebrity hair stylist Justin Anderson, for a playful “Sip or Spill” game that dives into dating, friendships, reality TV, and what it means to show up authentically in life. From ranking ex-boyfriends and debunking online rumors to a hilarious roast of actors and real talk on relationships, the duo keeps things both heartfelt and hilarious. This episode captures the unmistakable chemistry and deep connection between Kristin and Justin while offering listeners inside access to their most personal and unfiltered conversations.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Sip or Spill: Questions & Candid Answers

(Initiates at 03:39)

• Kristin and Justin take turns asking each other revealing and sometimes uncomfortable questions. If one refuses to answer, they have to sip their Kahlua Dunkin Caramel Swirl drinks.
• They've been best friends for years, and their banter is full of playful teasing and genuine affection.

2. Living in Nashville & Chosen Family

(04:05–07:03)

• Justin discusses his love for Nashville as a home base because of Kristin, despite missing some aspects of bigger cities.
• On why he remains in Nashville:

  “...I can't move away from you until you're in, like, a serious relationship. And when your kids are, like, out of the house, I just really can't. ...There's no way that the universe could have kept you and I away from each other." — Justin (06:02)

• They value their chosen family and neighborly bonds and acknowledge the ‘string theory’ of twin flames.

3. Reality TV, Old Tweets, and Reunions

(07:34–09:20)

• Kristin would rather do a “Hills” reunion than read her old tweets on stage, though she feels she never tweeted anything regrettable due to fame-induced caution.
• They reminisce about Laguna Beach and Very Cavallari, with playful roasts about Kristin’s old hair.

4. Reflecting on Past Relationships

(09:22–11:16)

• Justin suggests Kristin might nostalgically miss the ease of her relationship with Mark, though not the relationship itself:

  “Like, I think you felt something. Like, it was, like, young puppy love. ...I think that probably sometimes you're like, oh, we were so sweet and cute. It was so easy.” — Justin (10:00)

• Kristin confirms she doesn't miss Mark romantically but acknowledges his physical attractiveness, to which Justin jokes, “Maybe I answered for myself because I sometimes miss Mark.”

5. Friendship Dynamics & High Maintenance Habits

(18:17–21:15)

• Discussion on who’s higher maintenance; both agree Justin is, mainly due to his partner Scoot’s doting care and his own self-described expectations.
• Kristin is praised for her adaptability and laid-back nature.
• Justin’s favorite thing about Kristin:

  “You really put the time in [with friends] and make it a priority. ...the reason your friend group is so small is because you really treat them all so special.” — Justin (19:51)

• Least favorite: Kristin isn’t lazy enough to binge-watch with him.

6. Dating Patterns and Advice

(21:17–24:58)

• Kristin asks for dating feedback. Justin believes she’s authentic, but cautions that she and he both get very excited about new crushes, which can be overwhelming for men:

  “You and I love love so much…and I think that, at this point, you get to a point where…you have to pull that back a bit because they take that as, ‘this woman wants to marry me tomorrow,’ you know?” — Justin (22:35)

• Kristin is working on “pulling back a little, even when I’m excited, because I know my pattern.”

7. Can Men and Women Be Just Friends?

(25:28–26:35)

• Both agree it’s challenging for straight men and women to be ‘just friends’ unless certain dynamics are “off.” Kristin remarks, “I don’t think so,” and Justin jokes,

  “That’s why gay guy and girl is so good. I’m obsessed with you. I don’t want to touch your pussy at all.” — Justin (26:00)

8. Why Kristin Can't Date an Actor

(26:52–29:49)

• Kristin admits attraction to Brandon Splinter (post-Stagecoach), but would never date an actor:

  “...Typically, actors are very insecure, and I think that's why they become actors, because they're seeking outside validation. ...A lot of them can be just really cheesy and just a bunch of nerds. Tell you how I really feel.” — Kristin (27:19)

• Justin and Kristin riff on the perceived “dorkiness” of Hollywood actors, the artificiality of their public personas, and why the mystique is fading post-social media.

9. Celebrity Salon & Wild Stories

(30:14–33:20)

• Justin recalls off-the-wall celebrity client stories, including doing a well-known, eccentric actress’s hair while she was “butt naked,” as well as other client horror stories.
• Both agree Justin should write a tell-all book (with aliases).

10. Rumors, Plastic Surgery, and Taking Care of Yourself

(37:52–42:24)

• Kristin addresses online rumors about her plastic surgery, recognizing that some false claims can actually be flattering,

  “I was really mad about it at first. ...You were the one who was like, it’s actually a compliment. ...Yeah, she thinks I’ve had a ton of work done when I haven’t.” — Kristin (38:45)

• They take aim at online ‘experts’ who critique celebrity looks without knowledge, emphasizing the importance of health, positive relationships, and self-care.

11. Justin on His Partner, Scoot

(43:10–45:32)

• Justin gushes about Scoot’s kindness and patience, but jokes about Scoot’s slow pace getting ready:

  “He’ll bring three huge suitcases, and he’s trying different outfits on when we’re going to dinner on vacation. ...he takes forever when he gets dressed.”

12. Rapid-Fire Q&A with Kristin

(45:48–51:28)

• Overrated Trend: Kristin struggles to keep up with trends but admits she now loves what she once disliked (like baggy jeans).
• Who She Texts Most: Unsurprisingly, it’s Justin.
• Toxic Trait:

  “Getting men to fall in love with me and then dropping them like flies.” — Kristin (46:54)

• Biggest ick in a man:

  “I really don’t like when a guy talks about his money… It’s so gross.” — Kristin (48:42)

• Underrated skincare tip: Gua sha.
• Most annoying social media flex: Private jet posts and humblebrags; home and car flaunting.

13. Final Sips & Spills

(51:28–52:09)

• Justin cheekily asks if Kristin has ever hooked up with someone who’s been to jail (“not a criminal, but…”). They never quite answer—leaving listeners with a laugh and the perfect “sip or spill” tease.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “We really are like twin flames. Like, you are a huge part of, like, you’re my twin flame…there’s no way.” — Justin (06:25)
• “I think there’s still something cute about Mark to the both of us… but I think that probably sometimes you’re like, oh, we were so sweet and cute. It was so easy.” — Justin (10:00)
• “I won't date an actor.” — Kristin (29:49)
• “Getting men to fall in love with me and then dropping them like flies.” — Kristin (46:54)
• “I’m obsessed with you. I don’t want to touch your pussy at all.” — Justin, on why gay men and straight women make the best platonic friends (26:00)
• “You are the queen of being authentic. Right. So you show up exactly how you are.” — Justin (21:52)
• “That’s my favorite thing… how much effort you put into the relationships in your life…you really treat them all so special.” — Justin (19:51)
• “I think humble brags are really annoying. … Anyone who posts on a private plane, too. … News flash.” — Kristin (49:52)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Sip or Spill Game Begins: 03:39
• On Living in Nashville & Friendship: 04:05–07:03
• Reunions & Old Tweets: 07:34–09:20
• Reflecting on Past Relationships: 09:22–11:16
• Friendship Dynamics: 18:17–21:15
• Dating Patterns & Pulling Back: 21:17–24:58
• On Male-Female Friendships: 25:28–26:35
• On Dating Actors: 26:52–29:49
• Celebrity Clients and Tell-All Tales: 30:14–33:20
• Online Rumors & Surgeries: 37:52–42:24
• About Scoot: 43:10–45:32
• Rapid Fire Q&A: 45:48–51:28
• Final Spills: 51:28–52:09

Tone & Style

The episode flows with the easy rapport and balance of playful teasing, candid admissions, and genuine vulnerability that defines Kristin and Justin's friendship. Language is direct and sometimes explicit, but always undercurrented with love and mutual respect.

For New Listeners:

This episode epitomizes the "Let's Be Honest" promise—no filter, no shame in oversharing, and always a good laugh. If you want to hear Kristin and Justin on why dating actors is off-limits, what makes for real friendship, or how to own your quirks (and your skincare routine), this one’s for you.