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Pretty Basic with Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz
Hosted by Dear Media · EN
Welcome to Pretty Basic, a weekly podcast hosted by multi-hyphenate creators and best friends, Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz. From TMI conversations about dating to big sister chats on how to feel more confident to the dark reality of influencing; each week you'll be left wanting more "content, baby, content." New episodes every Wednesday!
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Unfiltered Wedding Nightmare Debrief
4d ago00:59:57Tap to summarizeThis week, it's finally time for the full wedding debrief! 💍 Alisha survived being Maid of Honor... barely. 😅 We spill all the behind-the-scenes chaos from Ashley's wedding, from unexpected emergencies to one wedding nightmare no one saw coming. We're convinced being Maid of Honor deserves its own vacation.Grab your favorite drink and maybe a stress ball... because after this episode, you might need one (we know Alisha does). 🤍Sponsors:DUNKIN: Head to Dunkin’ today and find your favorite Refresher! Limited time offer.BIOPTIMIZERS: Make this the year you finally get your sleep, your energy, and yourself back. Head to bioptimizers.com/prettybasic and use our code PRETTYBASIC to get 15% off any order.RIDE OR DIE: Some friendships are bulletproof. Ride or Die premieres July 15th on Prime Video.PLAN B: Find Plan B at a retailer near you or order online or through your favorite delivery app today. Visit PlanBOneStep.com for more.SKIMS: Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of our favorite bras and underwear at skims.com/prettybasicSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Remi Got Scammed + Alisha’s Secret Family
2w ago00:54:20Tap to summarizeThis week on Pretty Basic, it's one of those episodes where we somehow cover everything and absolutely nothing at the same time. 💖 Alisha's been hosting her family from Japan, Remi gets absolutely humbled by a six-year-old (like... fully outplayed), and we're officially entering the era of realizing our TV crushes are now... too young for us. Cool! Love that!We're also chatting celebrity sightings, why auntie life is low-key the best life, and all the random tangents that somehow become our favorite conversations.Grab your emotional support drink, a little treat, and come catch up with your internet besties. 🫶✨Sponsors:LULULEMON: Shop at lululemon.com. New styles drop all the time and the colors go fast, so don’t wait. And if something doesn’t work for you, free returns, always. RIDE OR DIE: Some friendships are bulletproof. Ride or Die premieres July 15th on Prime Video. RESORTPASS: Visit resortpass.com/prettybasic to get $20 off your first booking of $100 or more. SQUARE: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/prettybasic!#squarepodSKIMS: Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of our favorite bras and underwear at skims.com/prettybasicSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Remi & Cal’s Biggest Fights, Regrets & Marriage Lessons
3w ago01:12:16Tap to summarizeRemi's husband Cal is back on Pretty Basic, and a lot has happened since his last appearance. 💍🏡✨The newlyweds are celebrating almost one year of marriage, officially unpacking the last moving box in their forever home (yes, really), and answering all of your juicy questions. From the biggest arguments they've had as newlyweds to what they've learned about being a true team, they open up about the realities of marriage beyond the highlight reel. They also share home-buying advice, unexpected moving stress, dream house features, and the little moments that have made this new chapter feel so special. Grab your favorite drink and settle in for a cozy catch-up with the Parsons. 🏡Sponsors:SHOPIFY: See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/basicCROCS: Visit Crocs.com or a store near you to find your perfect pair of classic clogs.BIOPTIMIZERS: Make this the year you finally get your sleep, your energy, and yourself back. Head to bioptimizers.com/prettybasic and use our code PRETTYBASIC to get 15% off any order.MALIBU: Get Ready with Malibu Pink! Find Malibu Pink at a retailer near you. Must be 21 or older to purchase. Please drink responsibly. For additional information, visit MalibuDrinks.com and follow @MalibuDrinksUS on IG, or @Maliburum on TikTok.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Alisha Pissed Off The Swifties
4w ago00:57:53Tap to summarizeThis week on Pretty Basic, Alisha Marie breaks down her truly unhinged night out in Hollywood—and the real reason the swifties are mad at her. ✨ We also get into dressing for your Venus sign (whatever that means), Botox updates, nostalgic VHS memories, and a Toy Story 5 iPad “villain” that has everyone questioning screen time habits. Listen & enjoy! Sponsors:EVERY YEAR AFTER: Watch Every Year After. Now streaming on Prime.LULULEMON: Shop at lululemon.com. New styles drop all the time and the colors go fast, so don't wait -- free returns, always.MALIBU: Get Ready with Malibu Pink! Find Malibu Pink at a retailer near you. Must be 21 or older to purchase. Please drink responsibly. For additional information, visit MalibuDrinks.com and follow @MalibuDrinksUS on IG, or @Maliburum on TikTok.CROCS: Visit Crocs.com or a store near you to find your perfect pair of classic clogs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →The Most Awkward Bridal Party Situations Ever
Jun 1001:13:26Tap to summarizeThis week on Pretty Basic, Alisha is officially in full Maid of Honor mode as Ashley’s wedding countdown gets very real. 💍 From dress fittings and bachelorette planning to wedding websites, awkward money conversations, and the pressure of making someone else’s big day perfect. We also dive deep into our listeners bridal Q&A questions sharing everything we’ve learned from being brides, bridesmaids, and maid of honors.Sponsors:CROCS: Visit https://Crocs.com or a store near you to find your perfect pair of classic clogs.BIOPTIMIZERS: Make this the year you finally get your sleep, your energy, and yourself back. Head to https://bioptimizers.com/prettybasic and use our code PRETTYBASIC to get 15% off any order.EVERY YEAR AFTER: Watch Every Year After. Now streaming on Prime.OGEE: Thanks to today’s sponsor, Ogee: A higher standard for beauty. Go to https://ogee.com/PRETTYBASIC and use code PRETTYBASIC to get 20% off certified organic makeup that performs like luxury.MALIBU: Get Ready with Malibu Pink! Find Malibu Pink at a retailer near you. Must be 21 or older to purchase. Please drink responsibly. For additional information, visit https://MalibuDrinks.com and follow @MalibuDrinksUS on IG, or @Maliburum on TikTok.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →The Most Offensive Friendship Hot Takes Yet
Jun 301:05:12Tap to summarizeThis week on Pretty Basic, we’re catching up on everything from identity crises over shoe sizes and clothing labels to our latest obsession: book-to-screen adaptations. From hockey romance heartthrobs (Off Campus fans unite) to fantasy worlds that completely consume your life, we’re diving into the stories currently taking over our group chat.Then, we put our friendships (and maybe ourselves) under the microscope with a game of "Would You Be Offended?" The answers reveal way more about us than expected as we unpack friendship etiquette, social media expectations, petty grievances, and the little things that can quietly get under our skin.It's a chaotic mix of book talk, hot takes and friendship debates — dare we say, Pretty Basic at its finest. 💕✨Sponsors:EVERY YEAR AFTER: Watch Every Year After. Streaming June 10th, only on Prime.CROCS: Visit Crocs.com or a store near you to find your perfect pair of classic clogs.MALIBU: Get Ready with Malibu Pink! Find Malibu Pink at a retailer near you. Must be 21 or older to purchase. Please drink responsibly. For additional information, visit MalibuDrinks.com and follow @MalibuDrinksUS on IG, or @Maliburum on TikTok.SKIMS: Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of our favorite bras and underwear at skims.com/prettybasicSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →The Dark Side of The Internet: Stalkers, Robbers, & Parasocial Fans
May 2701:05:46Tap to summarizeThis week on Pretty Basic, we spiral from favorite seasons and serotonin levels to the very real fears of living life online. 🌷☀️🍂 And yes, we’re breaking down the internet theory connecting your favorite season to your nervous system. Then, Alisha takes us through the emotional rollercoaster of thinking she found her first gray hair… only to discover it was actually something much worse. Can you guess what? 👀The conversation takes a deeper turn as we chat about the scary reality of parasocial relationships online, influencer safety, the horror stories that come from posting in real time, and the fine line between sharing your life and protecting your peace in today’s internet culture.Sponsors: TRU FRU: Find Tru Fru now in the freezer aisle at your local grocery store!CROCS: Visit Crocs.com or a store near you to find your perfect pair of classic clogs. MALIBU: Get Ready with Malibu Pink! Find Malibu Pink at a retailer near you. Must be 21 or older to purchase. Please drink responsibly. For additional information, visit MalibuDrinks.com and follow @MalibuDrinksUS on IG, or @Maliburum on TikTok.OGEE: Thanks to today’s sponsor, Ogee: A higher standard for beauty. Go to ogee.com/PRETTYBASIC and use code PRETTYBASIC to get 20% off certified organic makeup that performs like luxury.NUULY: Just go to nuuly.com and enter the code prettybasic at sign up to get $28 off your first month.SHOPIFY: See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/basicSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →We’re in Our 30s… and Scared to Have Kids
May 2001:05:10Tap to summarizeThis week on Pretty Basic, we’re recapping the ultimate girls’ day turned chaotic Hollywood weekend — from celebrity-filled million-dollar house parties in the Hills to candy store blackouts. We dive into stress hives, hormonal acne, parasocial relationships, and the moment Alisha swiped her card at lightning speed for one very important reason.We can’t wait for you to listen!Sponsors:TRU FRU: Find Tru Fru now in the freezer aisle at your local grocery store!MALIBU: Get Ready with Malibu Pink! Find Malibu Pink at a retailer near you. Must be 21 or older to purchase. Please drink responsibly. For additional information, visit MalibuDrinks.com and follow @MalibuDrinksUS on IG, or @Maliburum on TikTok.COTTON: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Being the Only Single Friend… Alisha Solo
May 1300:44:37Tap to summarizeThis week on Pretty Basic, Alisha is back with a solo episode full of life updates, dating app stories, ADHD spirals, and late-night thoughts about literally everything. She opens up about overcoming social anxiety, feeling more confident in her 30s, dating with intention, and the small relationship things she can’t wait for someday.Plus, she shares her thoughts on Devil Wears Prada 2, Euphoria, BookTok obsessions, journaling, lucid dreaming, and the piece of advice that completely changed her perspective on life. And of course… there’s a Momo Bunny unboxing if you wait until the end! 💌Sponsors:TRU FRU: Find Tru Fru now in the freezer aisle at your local grocery store!NUULY: Just go to nuuly.com and enter the code prettybasic at sign up to get $28 off your first month.MALIBU: Get Ready with Malibu Pink! Find Malibu Pink at a retailer near you. Must be 21 or older to purchase. Please drink responsibly. For additional information, visit MalibuDrinks.com and follow @MalibuDrinksUS on IG, or @Maliburum on TikTok.COTTON: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Remi’s Vegas Surprise for Cal Almost Fell Apart… (There Was Drama)
May 601:29:46Tap to summarizeThis week on Pretty Basic, we’re back with a full recap of the ultimate surprise Vegas trip for Cal’s 30th birthday—and let’s just say… the stories are INSANE.We’re sharing all the behind-the-scenes chaos, Vegas hotel tea, travel hacks, and even some oily skin science (because what would a PB episode be without a little beauty tip).This episode has all the stories you don’t want to miss.Sponsors:MALIBU: Get Ready with Malibu Pink! Find Malibu Pink at a retailer near you. Must be 21 or older to purchase. Please drink responsibly. For additional information, visit MalibuDrinks.com and follow @MalibuDrinksUS on IG, or @Maliburum on TikTok.OGEE: Thanks to today’s sponsor, Ogee: A higher standard for beauty. Go to ogee.com/PRETTYBASIC and use code PRETTYBASIC to get 20% off certified organic makeup that performs like luxury.SKIMS: Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of our favorite bras and underwear at skims.com/prettybasicSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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