Not Loveline Podcast Summary

Episode: STAYING OUT OF DRAMA OFFICIALLY!!!...UNLESS? 👀
Hosts: Tana Mongeau & Trisha Paytas
Date: February 2, 2026

Episode Overview

On this episode of Not Loveline, Tana and Trisha dive into navigating drama, boundaries, and personal growth as internet personalities trying to “stay out of drama... officially – unless?” The conversation drifts between pop culture, internet trends, fashion faux pas, the realities of red carpet events, relationships (from anxious attachment to polyamory), social media honesty, and candid listener advice questions. As always, the tone is self-aware, chatty, introspective, and unfailingly funny, with the hosts weaving relatable anecdotes and self-deprecating humor throughout.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Staying Out of Drama…Kind Of

• Both hosts reflect on their current desire to avoid drama, acknowledging they're still attracted to it (02:07–02:33).
• Tana: “I swung the pendulum very far...I am completely drama free. I am Mother Nature. I want to be more chill. But...that tiny little baby version of her is still in there, you know?” (02:07)
• Trisha: “I'm definitely in my peace era, but I do have a podcast where all I do is talk about gossip.” (02:34)
• They discuss the cycle of gossip, being the center of internet attention, and the fatigue that comes with it.

2. Fashion, Style & Internet Aesthetics

• Discussion about current outfits (leg warmers, ballet flats), fashion mishaps, and online shopping fails (03:44–06:09).
• Tana shares her experience with rented diamonds and the anxiety over possibly losing them:
  “I can’t wait to return them. That's why I'm keeping them on my body because...I don’t want them to get lost in my abyss of a house” (06:32–07:04).
• Both reveal their reluctance to wear or keep expensive jewelry publicly or even at home due to anxiety about loss (08:32–09:48).

3. The Reality of Red Carpet Events & LA Culture

• Tana gives a behind-the-scenes look at attending Paris Hilton’s "Infinite Icon" premiere, describing the awkwardness, discomfort, and performativity (12:07–19:03).
• Memorable moment:
  “Movie premieres are so dystopian... everyone’s sitting in these things that they can’t sit in... when I’m with my friends, I’m in stained sweats... but here I can’t move in this dress I’m sewn into” (13:27).
• The hosts bond over red carpet insecurities, photographer demands, and trying to edit unflattering Getty Images.
  Tana: “The Getty holds no bounds. The Getty has zero forgiveness.” (15:51)
• Trisha admits to feeling overwhelmed and drained by big events, even as she’s grateful to attend (19:21–19:40).

4. Crafting, Creativity, & Internet Trends

• Lighthearted discussion on vision boards, crafts, and not being naturally “crafty” (25:29–27:12).
• Warm shout-out to Paige’s new podcast “Flopcast” and enthusiasm for new creators: “Podcasts are so fun. I tell everybody they should start podcasts.” (28:07, Trisha)
• On social media trends, especially content that combines storytelling with mundane tasks as a way to engage the ADHD generation (24:47).
  • Tana: “ADHD... dual stimulation helps. I’ll be better at cleaning if I’m also watching something.”

5. The Ebb and Flow of Podcasting & Online Content

• Tana considers re-engaging with podcasting in a “peaceful” way:
  “I want it to be peaceful. That’s on me… I’m making sure that whatever it is…” (29:58)
• Both note the challenges of creating consistently authentic online content, and the pressure to follow trends vs. following personal passions (57:04–57:18).

6. Listener Call 1: Anxious Attachment & Starting a Podcast (46:26)

• Danny asks for advice on coping with anxious attachment and podcast topic ideas.
• Tana:
  “With anxious attachment, you have to do the opposite of what you want to do... [when] my anxious attachment is telling me ‘he’s not surfing, he’s doing something else...’ I have to train my brain… Do the opposite. I’m not going to send the text. I’m going to believe him.” (48:12–49:06)
• Trisha: Suggests the benefit of spending time together, but recognizes the need for independence.
• Both recommend for new podcasts: Be authentic; let your passion lead; share your real opinions; and consistency matters.
  • “To make it in this industry... authenticity, you must lead with it first.” (56:18, Tana)
  • “I love when people just talk about their lives!” (59:25, Trisha)

7. Trends: Polyamory, Swinging, and Unusual Relationships

• Hosts discuss recent celebrity disclosures and viral stories about non-monogamous relationships (63:06+), expressing intrigue and confusion:
• Tana:
  “The hypocritical loyalty is, like, what I don’t understand, and, like, how they be loyal to him, but he doesn’t have to be loyal to them.” (65:55)
• Trisha: “I respect it, but I don’t get it. I literally can’t get it... I get fisting, but I don’t get polyamory.” (65:29)
• They speculate about celebrity motivations and imagine the logistics and dynamics of such arrangements.

8. Fitness, Body Image & Self-Deprecation

• Both talk candidly about their struggles with fitness routines, body image insecurities, and motivation (87:16–88:48).
• Tana: “A goal of mine is to be more fit this year... but it's hard, I have to fight demons to get myself to be consistent.”
• Playful banter about bad photos, TikTok fitness gadgets, and routines being the key to improvement.

9. Listener Call 2: Sober Living in Social Situations (78:19)

• Maile asks about handling sobriety while others party.
• Tana: “I had to hit a rock bottom to see what it did to me… Even if I'm missing out on a certain caliber of life, the cons outweigh the pros for me.” (80:29)
• The hosts agree: find fun in genuine connections and personal interests instead of alcohol; everyone's journey is different and self-awareness is key.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Tana: “I want it to be more chill... but that tiny little baby version of her is still in there, you know?” (02:07)
• Trisha: “We're internet girlies... we love the internet, consume the internet, and we have a lot to say about the internet.” (02:35)
• Tana: “Movie premieres are so dystopian... everyone’s sitting in these things they can’t sit in...” (13:27)
• Trisha: “You need to make this your own merch!” – on Tana’s “bleach and tone” catchphrase (53:08)
• Tana: “To make it in this industry... authenticity, you must lead with it first.” (56:18)
• Trisha: “I get fisting, but I don’t get polyamory.” (65:29)
• Tana: “If Makoa came to me and said he wanted another girlfriend, I’d literally raise hell.” (65:04)
• Tana: “My anxious attachment is telling me... he doesn't want to be with you...I have to retrain my brain.” (48:12–49:06)
• Trisha: “I love when people just talk about their lives... sometimes you just want to listen to someone else’s life.” (59:46)
• Tana: “You can’t write it all off to one photo. Who cares? It's just life.” (86:52)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 01:10 — The hosts discuss being constant “hot topics” and internet fatigue.
• 03:44 — Leg warmers, ballet flats, and Target fashion talk.
• 06:32 — Borrowed diamonds anxiety.
• 12:07 — Dystopian reality of movie premieres and the Grove experience.
• 15:51 — Unforgiving Getty Images and editing scandal.
• 19:21 — Why red carpets are exhausting, not glamorous.
• 24:47 — Internet trends: storytelling while multitasking.
• 28:43 — Shoutout to Paige and the “Flopcast.”
• 29:58 — Tana grapples with starting a new podcast.
• 46:26 — CALLER: Advice for anxious attachment & podcasting content.
• 48:12 — Tana’s practical tip: “Do the opposite” for anxiety in relationships.
• 56:18 — Tana’s rule: “Authenticity first” in social media.
• 63:06 — Opening up about polyamory, swinging, and celebrity relationships.
• 78:19 — CALLER: Staying sober when others are drinking.
• 80:29 — Tana’s reflection on sobriety and finding new definitions of fun.
• 87:16 — Fitness, body image, and getting into routines.

Tone & Language

The episode is breezy, overshare-y, and frequently self-deprecating. Both Tana and Trisha balance vulnerability with exaggerated humor and a “just internet girlies talking” vibe. The language is casual, irreverent, and peppered with pop-culture references.

For Listeners Who Haven’t Tuned In:

• This episode is a candid, often funny peek inside Tana and Trisha’s real lives—beyond the influencer façade.
• They cover fame fatigue, red carpet realities, boundaries with gossip/drama, creative passions, and the weirdness of celebrity romance trends.
• Their advice for listeners centers on authenticity, self-awareness, and being gentle with yourself as you grow—whether in podcasting, relationships, or life.
• If you love pop culture tea mixed with vulnerability and a healthy dose of “we’re figuring it all out,” you’ll find this episode rich, relatable, and delightfully chaotic.