Pour Minds Podcast
Episode: "Can't Fake It" Ft. India Love
Release Date: January 16, 2026
Hosts: Lex P & Drea Nicole
Guest: India Love
Episode Overview
This lively and candid episode features influencer, model, and streamer India Love as she joins Lex and Drea in a wide-ranging, wine-fueled conversation about internet fame, the pressures of public scrutiny, streaming culture, personal growth, discipline, dating, and more. India opens up about her journey from Tumblr icon to Twitch streamer, her experiences with internet commentary—both good and bad—and her renewed focus on self-betterment and spiritual alignment as she approaches 30.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
India Love’s Rise and Reinvention (02:40 – 06:25)
- Starting Out: India recounts getting her start on Tumblr, influenced by her older sister's love for photography and fashion. She describes this phase as “organic,” with no calculated plans to become an influencer.
"Everything in my life has been, not necessarily in my plans. It’s just something that I’m just organically doing... people are gravitating towards me and it." – India Love (03:50)
- Beyond “Pretty Girl” Stereotypes: India insists on diversifying her career and refuses to be boxed in.
"I'm not just gonna be an actress or a streamer... While I have people who actually give a care to look at me, I'm gonna try to do everything right, and see what sticks." – India Love (04:25)
- Venturing Into Music: India shares how working with Will.i.am shifted her trajectory, starting as a brand ambassador before diving unexpectedly into music thanks to his encouragement.
“Will.i.am definitely did his big one for me... One night he was just like, ‘I see more in you than you’ve probably seen yourself. Would you care to try music?’ And I'm like, why not?” (05:37)
Streaming and Living Unfiltered (06:55 – 14:32)
- Why Streaming? India explains her attraction to Twitch and live formats over edited YouTube content:
"You can’t fake Twitch. You can’t fake being on live... it’s just a vulnerable space... knowing me from a fly on the wall perspective." (08:36)
- Handling Controversy & Content ‘Clippers’: She describes the sometimes brutal, narrative-shaping power of Twitch clippers and the need for a thick skin:
"You never know the narrative they're going to write with the clips they got... Are you strong enough to be like, ‘whatever’?" (11:00)
- Building Resilience Over Time: India opens up about the toll online hate once took on her, including mental health struggles and self-harm, and how spiritual guidance and family support helped her develop resilience.
"I used to cry, I used to scratch my face up... off the shit that Internet hate. I didn’t understand... If it wasn't for God, my mom... I’m a human sponge. I need to soak up as much game as I can to fuel my mind." (11:28–12:03)
Navigating the Streaming Industry (14:32 – 24:21)
- The Streamer Awards Incident: India vividly details her viral, "Kanye West moment" after drinking too much at the Streamer Awards, being encouraged by friends to speak out, and ultimately getting kicked out.
"As a grown lady, you gotta know, like, okay, it’s too many times you doing too much shit... But I definitely know for a fact, like, that was because I was too intoxicated off the drinks." (14:45)
- On Apologizing and Self-reflection: India emphasizes self-awareness and accountability for her actions, noting her public apology and the difference between regret and recognizing poor judgment.
"I don't regret doing it at all, but I was out of pocket for what I did." (20:10)
- Managing Alcohol as a Coping Tool: India shares her decision to take a break from drinking to avoid relying on it for confidence, especially before going live or attending public events.
"For me, I use alcohol as like...I don’t speak unless spoken to...So when I gotta get on live...let me just gas up real quick...But now, I have to prove to myself I’m not all what people say I am." (20:55–21:26)
Age, Maturity, and Growth (24:40 – 28:32)
- Turning 30 and Embracing Maturity: The hosts and India discuss society’s perceptions of age, especially online. India dismisses the idea of “too young” or “too old,” focusing on the richness of lived experience.
"There's no such thing. I'm growing in life... It’s the best pivotal point ever." (25:23)
- Clarity in Your 30s: Lex and Drea share how their 30s brought financial freedom, confidence, and mental clarity, with less concern for trivial things that mattered in their 20s.
"My twenties was a lot of struggle, like, working, trying to figure out what kind of guys I like... Now that I’m here and I know who I am, I can really enjoy my life." – Lex P (27:06–27:31)
- Sex Drive Increase: Drea jokes about the rumored spike in sex drive after 30, and India admits to being on a dating/sex fast as part of her personal and spiritual discipline.
“What God told me is...like, I need you all to myself in this season...I got some shit for you behind this wall. Just get past it.” (30:14–31:16)
Discipline, Privacy, and Community (31:47 – 35:23)
- Developing Discipline: India aspires to apply an athlete’s mindset to her 30s—structured, agenda-driven, and self-focused:
"I look up to athletes...they got a program, they on an agenda...I want to be on that type of time." (31:51)
- Authenticity Online: Lex and India highlight the importance of living genuinely both offline and online, and setting boundaries for what’s shared.
"I didn’t want to be the person where you look on my Instagram, they're like, ‘oh my gosh, she looks like she has her shit together.’ I wanted to actually have my shit together." – Lex P (32:23)
- Value of Real Community: India shouts out her “Love Bug” Twitch community for their loyalty, content suggestions, and support.
"When you got a real community...anything you sell, they gonna be like, ‘No, I'm gonna ride, whatever she's doing...’" (34:47)
Love It or Leave It Game (35:26 – 43:01)
- A lighthearted rapid-fire Q&A where India truthfully shares or pleads the fifth:
- OnlyFans Earnings: Enthusiastically discusses her OnlyFans journey, why she started, and why she quit after it affected her family.
"That broke me...if I know you hear me, yeah, I make so much money on here. I just need another way, Lord...Not even five, six, seven months later, I'm on Twitch." (37:09–38:45)
- Past Relationships: Politely declines to name the best or worst celebrity she dated.
- Friendship with Duke Dennis: “He’s super cool...we have an open line...”
- Brand Offers Regret: No major regrets.
- OnlyFans Earnings: Enthusiastically discusses her OnlyFans journey, why she started, and why she quit after it affected her family.
Dating, Ego, and “The Chase” (44:54 – 48:46)
- Discussion about why men chase women they can’t have, ego motives, lust vs. admiration, and the dangers of attention rooted in conquest.
"I think certain [men] have a delusional mindset of, like, if I apply enough pressure...they just want to say they conquered me. Especially men with money." – India Love (45:07–45:47)
- The importance of vetting motives, the toxicity of group chats, and how women sometimes misread attention.
Advice Segment: Pour Your Heart Out (52:56 – 55:51)
Listener Dilemma: A young woman (21) ponders waiting for her 26-year-old boyfriend who is about to return to jail—despite a tumultuous relationship.
- All hosts’ advice: Don’t wait. India adds:
“It’s okay to love somebody and not be with them...If you really love somebody, you pray for them, wish for the best...That’s the right thing to do right now.” (54:29)
- Emphasis on avoiding entanglement with negative influences, especially at a young age.
Music & Vibes: Bop of the Week (49:31 – 52:53)
- Each shares their current favorite song:
- Lex: “Mr. Recoup” by 21 Savage ft. Drake
- Drea: “Tendonism” by Boss Manil
- India: “Other Boy” by Lil Baby
- Bonus: India recommends “Bad Guys” by Baby Chief (YouTube/Soundcloud only)
Lighthearted Close: Karaoke Time! (56:03 – End)
- India and the hosts belt out “Unfaithful” by Rihanna, with plans to do a karaoke stream together in LA.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
On Resilience & Maturity:
"I used to crash out really silently. I used to cry, ... cut myself. Off the shit that Internet hate...but I was still continuing to push, but like, if it wasn't for God, my mom...I’m a human sponge." – India Love (11:28–12:03)
On Real-Time Streaming:
"You can’t fake Twitch. You can’t fake being on live... it’s just a vulnerable space." – India Love (08:36)
On Learning from Mistakes:
"I don’t regret doing it at all, but I was out of pocket for what I did." – India Love (20:10)
On Authenticity:
"I didn’t want to be the person where you look on my Instagram, they're like, ‘oh my gosh, she looks like she has her shit together.’ I wanted to actually have my shit together." – Lex P (32:23)
On Soul Ties and Caution in Dating:
"Soul ties are a real thing...because that energy be transferable a thousand percent—energy demons, all types of shit..." – India Love (46:28–46:35)
Timestamps for Important Segments
- India’s Start & Reinvention: 02:40 – 06:25
- Transition to Streaming & Internet Authenticity: 06:55 – 14:32
- Streamer Awards Story: 14:32 – 24:21
- Growth in Your 30s: 24:40 – 28:32
- Dating, Fasting, and Spiritual Growth: 28:32 – 31:47
- Love It or Leave It Game: 35:26 – 43:01
- Why Men Chase Women They Can’t Have: 44:54 – 48:46
- Pour Your Heart Out Advice: 52:56 – 55:51
- Bop of the Week: 49:31 – 52:53
- Karaoke Segment: 56:03 – End
Episode Tone
Chill, candid, vulnerable, and humorous—with an undercurrent of genuine advice and big-sister wisdom.
For New Listeners
This episode is rich with real-life lessons, behind-the-scenes industry insights, and a refreshingly honest look at the cost and rewards of living life in the public eye. It’s a must-listen for anyone curious about influencer evolution, Twitch streaming, or simply adulting out loud with real friends and a glass of wine.
Key takeaway:
Authenticity, community, faith, and self-discipline matter far more than internet noise. Live your truth, set your boundaries, and pursue growth on your terms—while keeping a sense of humor along the way.