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Milk & Honeys
Hosted by Kayla Becker · EN
Milk & Honeys" is the perfect blend of raw industry insights and unfiltered realness. Like the ingredients that sweeten and smooth out a cup of tea, hosts Kayla Becker (TV host of 10 years) and Vanessa Curry (model and actress of 10 years) bring their own flavors to the conversation— Together, they spill the tea on what it really takes to live and thrive in LA’s entertainment scene.
So, grab a mug and sip on some Milk & Honeys—because we’re serving the tea with all the right ingredients.
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Episode 55: A Midyear Check-In: Love, Lies and 17 Million Gallons of Water
2d ago00:58:55Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailSomehow 2026 is already more than halfway over, so it’s just Kayla and Vanessa this week for a much-needed catch-up. We’re talking back-to-back water-main breaks in WeHo, Nic and Olandria calling it quits and whether Nicolandria was ever as real as fans wanted it to be. We also get into the latest Married at First Sight and The Ultimatum mess, whether dating shows actually care about the people they cast, Usher’s awkward onstage moment, artists taking fan interactions too far and Netflix’s wild A Toxic Love Story. A little funny, a little heavy and a pretty accurate summary of 2026 so far.
Transcribe →Episode 54: Everyone knows the Getty name. But who is August?
1w ago00:47:21Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week on Milk & Honeys, we're joined by fashion designer, filmmaker and creative visionary August Getty for a conversation that goes far beyond his famous last name. We talk about growing up in one of America's most recognizable families, forging his own identity, coming out, life in Hollywood, the transition from fashion into filmmaking, and what legacy truly means.It's a thoughtful, funny and honest conversation about choosing your own path- even when the world thinks it's already written your story.
Transcribe →Episode 53: Dead Meat: How James & Chelsea Built a Horror Empire
2w ago01:06:45Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailJames A. Janisse and Chelsea Rebecca join Kayla and Vanessa to talk about the love story—and shared love of horror—that eventually became Dead Meat, one of the biggest horror platforms in the world.They take us back to meeting as film students, bonding over horror on their first date and making comedy videos together long before Kill Count put Dead Meat on the map. James and Chelsea open up about discovering horror as kids, moving to Los Angeles, building their channel from the ground up and learning how to balance being a married couple, creative partners and co-owners of a growing company.We also get into the evolution of Kill Count, the horror icons who still leave them star-struck, the incredible community they’ve created and what it feels like to now be two of the most influential voices in horror entertainment.Plus, James and Chelsea give us a preview of the fifth annual Dead Meat Horror Awards, streaming for free this Saturday, July 18 at 3 p.m. PST on the Dead Meat YouTube channel. Tune in to see the biggest films, performances, kills, effects and achievements in horror from the past year honored the way only Dead Meat can do it.And, of course, we put their marriage to the test with First Date or Final Date and some very dangerous horror hot takes.
Transcribe →Episode 52: Nash Overstreet: Then, Now & What's Next
3w ago00:59:53Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailFrom selling millions of records with Hot Chelle Rae to writing and producing songs for artists around the world, Nash Overstreet has spent most of his life chasing music. But what happens after the dream comes true?This week on Milk & Honeys, our longtime friend joins us to talk about the highs of hit records, the realities of life on tour, growing up in one of Nashville's most talented musical families, and how he's continued to reinvent himself as an artist, songwriter, producer, and DJ. We also dive into balancing ambition with happiness, relationships while building a career, songwriting in the age of AI, and why success doesn't always look the way you imagined.Plus, Nash gives us the latest on Hot Chelle Rae's new music, their return to the stage with Warped Tour, and the exciting projects he's releasing this summer.Whether you grew up blasting "Tonight Tonight" or you're simply navigating your own next chapter, this conversation is full of honesty, nostalgia, laughs, and a reminder that life doesn't stop after your biggest success—it just evolves.
Transcribe →Episode 51: You Know the Viral Grinch... Meet Nick Darnell
4w ago00:52:47Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIf you've ever gone down the rabbit hole of those hilarious Grinch videos online, you've probably seen Nick Darnell's work—even if you didn't know it was him.This week, Nick joins Kayla Becker and Vanessa Curry to share the story behind the character, what it was like going viral, and how he's navigating the next chapter of his career as an actor.We talk about his feature film debut in Cotton Candy Bubble Gum, building a career beyond the character that made him famous, the realities of internet fame, and, of course, his Love Island obsession (because we couldn't let him leave without getting his hottest takes).Whether you've been following him for years or you're just discovering who was behind the viral Grinch, this is a fun, honest conversation about taking unexpected opportunities and turning them into something even bigger.🎙️ Be sure to like, subscribe, and let us know in the comments what your favorite part of the episode was!
Transcribe →Episode 50: How Papp Johnson Survived Netflix's Funny AF
Jun 2400:42:28Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week on Milk & Honeys, Kayla and Vanessa sit down with comedian Papp Johnson for a hilarious and surprisingly honest conversation about chasing your dreams in one of the toughest industries on the planet.Papp shares what it was really like competing on Kevin Hart's Netflix comedy competition series Funny AF, including the pressure of performing for celebrity judges, the feedback that stuck with him, and how he handled the highs and lows after the show aired.We also dive into the reality of being a working comedian in Los Angeles, dealing with rejection, staying motivated when success doesn't come as quickly as you'd like, and the goals Papp still has for his career. Plus, Papp opens up about his upbringing, early comedy influences, and the moments that made him fall in love with making people laugh.It's funny, heartfelt, messy, and everything you'd want from a conversation with one of comedy's rising stars.Follow Papp Johnson: @PappmfJohnson
Transcribe →Episode 49: Would Aliens Survive West Hollywood Pride?
Jun 1700:55:31Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week on Milk & Honeys, it's just us girls catching up on life—and somehow we end up discussing everything from birthday reflections and West Hollywood Pride to horror movies, reality TV chaos, and whether aliens are about to make themselves known.We recap our incredible night at Doughbricks' Scary Movie event, share our thoughts on Spielberg's new alien thriller Disclosure Day, and debate if a real-life "disclosure day" is actually coming. Plus, we're diving into the messiest moments from Married at First Sight and the Summer House reunion, discussing friendship betrayals, relationship red flags, and why some breakups hurt more than romantic ones.And of course, we couldn't resist talking about the Romy and Michele reboot (especially since those are also Vanessa's cats' names) and giving our thoughts on the Euphoria finale.Birthdays. Pride. Bravo drama. UFOs. Female friendships. Emotional damage. This episode has it all.Pour yourself a drink and catch up with us.
Transcribe →Episode 48: Emily Pendergast on The Groundlings, Hollywood & Jury Duty: Company Retreat
Jun 1000:49:27Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week on Milk & Honeys, Kayla Becker and Vanessa Curry sit down with comedian, actress, and Groundlings performer Emily Pendergast.Emily opens up about growing up in Ohio, discovering her love for comedy, and making the leap to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment. She shares her journey through the legendary Groundlings program, the lessons she's learned from improv, and what it's really like building a career in comedy in one of the most competitive cities in the world.The girls also dive deep into Emily's breakout role as Amy in Jury Duty: Company Retreat, the wildly successful comedy series that had audiences laughing nonstop. Emily reveals behind-the-scenes stories from filming, creating her hilariously awkward character, staying in character during the elaborate social experiment, and some of her favorite moments from set.They also discuss comedy legends, dream projects, surviving the LA hustle, the realities of working in Hollywood, and why some of the funniest people are actually the most observant.A funny, candid, and inspiring conversation about taking creative risks, trusting your instincts, and finding your place in comedy.Follow Milk & Honeys:Instagram: @milkandhoneyspodcastHosted by:Kayla BeckerVanessa Curry
Transcribe →Episode 47: Miss International Queen USA Lo Colby: Drag, Identity & Negotiating Your Narrative
Jun 300:55:51Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis week on Milk & Honeys, Kayla and Vanessa sit down with Miss International Queen USA 2026, Lo Colby, for an emotional, hilarious, and incredibly honest conversation just ahead of WeHo Pride weekend.Lo opens up about her childhood growing up white and Thai in Hawaii while navigating identity, her coming out journey, chosen family, and how drag helped her find confidence, community, and purpose. The girls also dive into life in West Hollywood during Pride, the chaos and beauty of drag culture, pageantry behind the scenes, dating, performance life, and the pressure that comes with being visible in today’s political climate.They also discuss Lo’s powerful new initiative, “Negotiate Your Narrative,” which focuses on transgender economic empowerment and helping close the wage gap through career education, salary negotiation, and advocacy.Plus: chaotic WeHo stories, worst drag looks, celebrity crushes, Pride memories, and why straight people somehow magically dress better during Pride month.A funny, vulnerable, and important conversation celebrating Pride, identity, resilience, and being unapologetically yourself.
Transcribe →Episode 46: Can Bryant Acosta Make LA Cool Again? (Vote June 2)
May 2700:51:33Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailLA mayoral candidate Bryant Acosta joins Milk & Honeys to talk about EVERYTHING happening in Los Angeles right now — affordability, homelessness, nightlife, creators getting priced out of the city, the Olympics, transparency in City Hall, his controversial “LA NOW” app, and why he believes LA has lost some of its magic.Kayla & Vanessa also get into Spencer Pratt entering the mayoral race, whether LA is still the entertainment capital of the world, dating in LA, Erewhon prices, traffic-induced mental breakdowns, and Bryant’s plan to make the city feel alive again.From Creative Campuses and housing to Hollywood culture and the future of LA, this is one of the most entertaining and unfiltered political conversations we’ve had on the podcast.🗳️ Los Angeles Primary Election: June 2, 2026Make sure you’re registered and get out and vote.Watch & Subscribe to Milk & Honeys wherever you get your podcasts 🍯
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