Podcast Summary

Let’s Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa

Episode: Lola Consuelos: Favorite Daughter (Re-Release)

Release Date: December 18, 2025
Guests: Kelly Ripa (Host), Lola Consuelos (Daughter), Albert Bianchini, Jan Chile

Episode Overview

This episode features a candid, funny, and heartfelt conversation between Kelly Ripa and her daughter Lola Consuelos. Billed as the "most requested guest," Lola opens up about moving to London, her family dynamics, navigating young adulthood, social media, music, and life lessons from her famous mom. Listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at their close relationship, peppered with playful banter and genuine affection—offering both laughs and meaningful insights.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Lola as the “Most Requested Guest”

• [02:30] Kelly introduces Lola, highlighting her status as the podcast’s “most requested” guest, which Lola assumes is only because “someone dropped out.”

  • Quote, Lola [02:50]: “I basically am assuming… someone had dropped out and that's why you guys are trying to lure me into this room.”

• Lola attributes listeners’ interest to her social media presence, and shares amusing anecdotes about internet trolls and provocative posts.

  • Quote, Lola [03:53]: “I wore a T shirt… that said, ‘do my boobs look big in this?’ …I did wear this top just to be provocative and… scare away some of the hating grannies.”

2. Life in London & Adulting

• [05:32] Lola discusses moving to London after graduating from NYU. She outlines the appeal of London life versus New York and details the nerve-wracking process of moving alone.

  • Quote, Lola [06:08]: “London just has a charm… It’s so beautiful. London life is great. I could not be happier.”

• Kelly and Lola recount the apartment search, focusing on safety concerns and Lola’s anxieties.

  • Quote, Kelly [11:13]: “If you’re going to live so far away… I did the responsible parent thing and asked questions.”

• Lola shares her neighborhood highlights, including her habit of sending her parents daily photos of a “chic” retirement home.

3. Lola’s Relationship & Invisible String Theory

• [14:02] The conversation turns to Lola’s significant other, coded as “Cass,” and how they met.

  • Quote, Lola [15:31]: “The invisible string theory… the idea that you and your partner… have had an invisible connecting string in some… form, whether that be places…”

• They both grew up vacationing on the same small island but met later, illustrating her belief in “destiny.” Their families have since become close, even vacationing together.

• Lola humorously recounts not liking Cass at first, but now they’ve been together almost four years and their families have blended seamlessly.

  • Quote, Lola [18:01]: “We did not like each other when we first met… but we got it all out of our systems.”

4. Parental Guidance & Adult Friendship

• [35:21] Discussion about the evolving mother-daughter relationship—from “mom” to “friend.”

  • Quote, Lola [36:06]: “When I went to university… the only people I could speak to were my parents. So many times in my life… I’m now like, ‘Oh my God, I completely get it.’”

• Lola appreciates foundational advice from Kelly, including “being nice and respectful and kind,” as well as the underrated value of perspective from older generations.

  • Quote, Lola [49:58]: “The basics of just being nice and respectful and kind… has definitely gotten me far.”

5. Navigating Fitness, Family Standards & Self-Image

• [39:45] On the impact of growing up in a fit, health-conscious family, Lola is candid about the pressures and eventual gratitude for her upbringing.

  • Quote, Lola [39:45]: “When you have a lot of fit people around you… it can be very… stressful. It can, you know, make you less confident…”

• She’s now found joy in her own fitness journey, particularly enjoying Pilates and the gym in London.

  • Quote, Lola [42:30]: “Now fitness is a huge part of my life. I love going to the gym…”

• Family friends and cohosts reassure Lola about her beauty and journey.

6. Sibling & Family Dynamics

• [29:40] The unique energy Lola brings to the family, contrasted with her brothers, Michael and Joaquin.

• Scenes from a (literal) family group text—Fam, innit—and how everyone stays in touch, including various side chats.

• Funny horror-movie hypothetical: who would be the first to investigate or run? Lola says she’d knock herself out to avoid drama, Michael would appear armed with a bejeweled cane, and Joaquin has become “lethal” post wrestling at Michigan.

7. Music Career & New Releases

• [26:00] Discussion of Lola’s upcoming EP (“unreleased”, “never released”, “waiting to be released”—all suggested names). No release date, but she’s excited about her new musical direction and hopes for younger listeners.

• She encourages listeners to share her music on TikTok and across platforms, seeking a broader (especially youthful) audience.

  • Quote, Lola [27:00]: “I need the 14 to 20 range to be bumped the f--- up.”

8. Memorable Family Stories & Advice

• [47:03] Vacation memories, such as the infamous “pantsing” incident at JFK, where her friend Kyle pulled down her sweatpants (and underwear!) in the Delta terminal.

  • Quote, Lola [48:56]: “Lola, you would think… immediately would reach to pull it up. Lola stood there stunned for what felt like 10 minutes, looking around to see who saw…”

• Kelly’s best advice that initially seemed “like bullshit” but proved true:

  • Don’t wear leggings as pants.
  • Responding calmly to drama lets things resolve themselves.

• The episode closes with mutual expressions of pride and love.

  • Quote, Kelly [51:16]: “I’m very proud of you.”
  • Quote, Lola [51:19]: “You're the best mom in the whole entire world.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-----------|---------|-------| | 03:53 | Lola | “I wore a T shirt…that said, ‘do my boobs look big in this?’…I did wear this top just to be provocative…” | | 06:08 | Lola | “London just has a charm…It’s so beautiful. London life is great. I could not be happier.” | | 11:13 | Kelly | “If you’re going to live so far away from us… I did the responsible parent thing and asked questions.” | | 15:31 | Lola | “The invisible string theory…[means] people destined to be together are connected by an invisible string…” | | 18:01 | Lola | “We did not like each other when we first met each other…we got it all out of our systems.” | | 36:06 | Lola | “I actually want—I didn’t really want anyone else's opinion but my parents…in most cases your parents actually have your best interests at heart.” | | 39:45 | Lola | “When you have a lot of fit people around you… it can be very… stressful. And make you less confident.” | | 42:30 | Lola | “Now fitness is a huge part of my life. I love going to the gym, which I could never imagine myself saying.” | | 47:03 | Kelly/Panel | [Pantsing story: complete retelling with group laughter.] | | 49:58 | Lola | “The basics of just being nice and respectful and kind, I think has definitely gotten me far…that should be a baseline of respect.” | | 51:19 | Lola | "You're the best mom in the whole entire world." | | 52:26 | Kelly | “…It’s like such a point of pride to know that I have, like, this hardworking, intelligent, beautiful and just extraordinary, extraordinarily kind person that I raised…" |

Important Segments (Timestamps)

• 02:30-03:53 – Lola enters, social media talk, what makes her different as a Consuelos child
• 05:32-07:40 – Moving to London, handling anxiety, apartment hunting
• 14:02-20:14 – Relationship beginnings, invisible string theory explained, family integration
• 26:00-27:55 – Lola’s new music, thoughts on audience and release timing
• 29:37-34:44 – Family dynamics, group texting chaos, hypothetical horror-movie roles
• 35:21-37:32 – Transition in parental relationship, value of advice, adult friendship
• 39:45-42:48 – Addressing family fitness pressure, body image, self-acceptance
• 47:03-49:39 – Family vacation stories, airport “pantsing” incident
• 49:58-51:16 – Best advice: kindness, letting go of drama, affirmations of mutual pride

Overall Tone & Style

• Unfiltered, warm, comedic, and affectionate
• Lola displays honest self-reflection, sharp wit, and plenty of playful roast energy with her mom and the show team
• The dynamic between Kelly and Lola oscillates between classic mother-daughter banter and “friend” rapport

For New Listeners

This episode offers unvarnished insight into both the glitzy and grounded aspects of the Consuelos family, filtered through Lola’s eyes and Kelly’s loving perspective. Topics range from vulnerability and anxiety to internet trolls, family texts, formative advice, and hilarious travel stories. If you want to hear about the realities of coming of age in a famous family—with relatable struggles, laughter, and heartfelt moments—this is a can’t-miss conversation.

To hear more from Lola, stream her music on all major platforms. And if you’re a parent, don’t be surprised if your kids are among her newest fans!