Not Loveline: "GETTING BACK INTO DRAMA + SHARING OUR TRUTHS"

Podcast Hosts: Tana Mongeau & Trisha Paytas
Release Date: January 19, 2026

Episode Overview

In this episode, Tana Mongeau and Trisha Paytas dive back into the roots of their internet drama days, share honest reflections about their pasts, discuss writing memoirs, and candidly discuss personal growth, relationships, internet culture, and their evolving creative ambitions. The conversation is a blend of lighthearted tangents, deep self-reflection, and advice, all in their signature unfiltered tone.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Revisiting Past Drama & Personal Growth

• The hosts reflect on their "old selves" and how tempting it can be to slip back into old patterns of drama and call-outs.
• Tana describes how she handles urges to respond to drama, choosing restraint and reflection over impulsive reactions.
  • “There’s a little part of her that’s like dormant in there…and you want to fall into old patterns. [...] Then I just, like, didn’t and tried to move on.” (03:40)

2. Creative Collaboration & Sharing Internet Lore

• Tana and Trisha’s creative friendship shines as they reminisce about past content (like restaurant adventures and would-be Beni Hana chef gigs).
• Both share how much they consume and enjoy each other’s content, often appearing back-to-back on each other's For You pages and in TikTok videos.

3. Candid Talk on Internet Relationships and Authenticity

• The pair discuss the complexities of forming relationships in the public eye, navigating what's “real” vs. for content, and how mental health and fame have blurred boundaries.
• Tana admits she once denied her real feelings about Jake Paul, now owning that “two things were true”—genuine feelings mixed with attention addiction:
  • “Your truth: You loved Jake Paul, girl.” (06:16)
• Trisha relates, saying most of her past connections felt transactional or performative. Both note how clarity has come with age and self-reflection.

4. Writing Memoirs & Sharing Their Truths

• Both are deep in the process of memoir writing, discussing challenges around honesty, “bombshell” revelations, the weight of putting truths in print, and protecting the privacy of those mentioned. They’re inspired by other creator memoirs like Jeanette McCurdy’s.
• Tana emphasizes her memoir’s purpose:
  • “There will not even be one sentence in this book that is fluffed for anything. Like, I want it to be factually how everything happened.” (38:23)

5. Drama on the Internet: Responding vs. Restraining

• The hosts discuss how to handle situations where masses are aligned against one person online, and how collective feedback can be constructive, even if delivered harshly.
• Tana: “If the masses are all saying one collective thing, sometimes there is a really good takeaway for you to grow.” (12:29)
• Both stress the difference between helpful critique and bullying.

6. Social Media Generations & Internet History

• Trisha claims her place as an OG mukbanger, joking about generational YouTuber claims. Tana reminisces about early storytime videos and how her own dramatic lens shaped her storytelling.
• Trisha: “I would like to venture that I’m the first American YouTuber to do it.” (23:53)
• They explore the evolution of brand deals, sponsorships, and the business of creating on YouTube.

7. Dealing with Anxiety & Advice Calls

• The hosts take listener calls, offering advice on overcoming dental anxiety (Exposure therapy vs. gratitude reframing) and breaking down the psychology of recurring dreams about abusers:
  • “The real question here has nothing to do with the dentist…it’s how do I get myself to do something that makes me anxious?” (50:35)
  • For dream analysis: “Things that have happened to you stay in your subconscious forever and they manifest in your dreams.” (72:28)

8. Merch, Community, and the Future

• They respond to calls about launches of new merch (especially pajamas), discussing the challenges of quality, middlemen, and plans for future releases.
• Trisha: “We could make some cute pajamas…and we need to make a pajama set for the girlies.” (81:02)
• They fantasize about slumber-party themed live shows and want everyone in coordinated cheetah-print PJs.

9. Parenting in the Spotlight

• Trisha and Tana talk about their children, internet legacy, and dynamics of being public figures’ kids.
• Discussion on how they hope to instill positive values, and how normalized certain things (like going to the dentist) can erase generational anxiety.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

A. On Temptation to React to Drama

• “There’s a little part of her that’s like dormant in there…and you want to fall into old patterns. [...] Then I just, like, didn’t and tried to move on.” — Tana (03:40)

B. Reflecting on Internet Fame and Relationships

• “Everything in my entire life has been that. Up until, like, 31, I was just like, wait...none of this was real. Not the relationships, the friendships.” — Trisha (07:02)

C. On Owning Their Stories

• “Your truth: You loved Jake Paul, girl. That's your funny.” — Tana (06:16)
• “There will not even be one sentence in this book that is fluffed for anything. Like, I want it to be factually how everything happened.” — Tana (38:23)

D. On Handling Criticism & The Masses’ Opinion

• “If the masses are all saying one collective thing, sometimes there is a really good takeaway for you to grow.” — Tana (12:29)

E. Internet Generational Claims

• “I would like to venture that I'm the first...the first American YouTuber to do it.” — Trisha (23:53)
• “David is that person...‘Nobody was doing this before us’…You guys are going to hate to hear about Smosh and the Fine Brothers.” — Tana (24:44)

F. Advice to Listeners

• “The real question here has nothing to do with the dentist…it’s how do I get myself to do something that makes me anxious?” — Tana (50:35)
• “Your story is your story. [...] Truth always comes to light.” — Trisha (39:44)

Timestamps of Major Segments

• 00:00–03:40 | Opening banter, drama temptations, “old Tana,” and friendship
• 03:40–09:51 | Handling call-outs, TikTok, reflection, relationships in the public eye
• 09:51–14:32 | Sober video, Jake Paul, honesty, internet bonds, and book-writing inspirations
• 23:20–25:53 | Mukbang origins, YouTube generations, firsts, and brand deals discussions
• 38:23–41:01 | The emotional intensity & goal of memoir writing
• 43:00–47:59 | Book-writing process, location tips, and dividing stories in books
• 47:59–50:35 | Advice call: overcoming dental anxiety
• 71:23–76:57 | Advice call: dream analysis about an abusive ex
• 78:25–82:07 | Merchandise struggles and ambitions for group PJs & live show plans

Tone and Atmosphere

• Personal: Both hosts are unfiltered and vulnerable, sharing authentic struggles, wins, and worries.
• Reflective yet Playful: Even during serious moments, jokes and pop culture references keep things light.
• Supportive and Empowering: They hype each other up and encourage listeners to pursue honesty and healing.

For New Listeners

This episode offers an engaging blend of nostalgia, advice, and self-disclosure. It’s especially insightful for fans interested in creator culture, internet history, the process (and courage) required for memoir writing, and those navigating the new landscape of online community and authenticity.

Sample Quotes & Timestamps

• “Your truth: You loved Jake Paul, girl. That's your funny.” — Tana (06:16)
• “If the masses are all saying one collective thing, sometimes there is a really good takeaway for you to grow.” — Tana (12:29)
• “Everything in my entire life has been that…none of this was real.” — Trisha (07:02)
• “There will not even be one sentence in this book that is fluffed for anything.” — Tana (38:23)
• “Truth always comes to light…your story is your story.” — Trisha (39:44)
• “I get to go to the dentist, not I have to.” — Tana (54:25)
• “The body keeps the score…certain formative things unfortunately stay in your subconscious forever.” — Tana (72:28)

Final Thoughts

Tana and Trisha offer a masterclass in vulnerability, the highs and lows of being extremely online, and the ongoing process of growth. The episode is packed with both laughs and lessons, making it a must-listen for anyone curious about the evolution of influencer culture and what it’s like to reflect on—and reclaim—their narratives.