Podcast Summary: The Fame Game with Heidi & Spencer

Episode: Heidi’s Wig-Gate Exclusive: The Man Behind The Mane, Mylan Medrano, on Glam & Gossip
Air Date: October 9, 2025
Hosts: Spencer Pratt, Heidi Montag
Guest: Mylan Medrano (Celebrity Hairstylist)

Overview

This episode dives deep into the glamorous (and occasionally chaotic) world of celebrity hair with rising star hairstylist Mylan Medrano. Through playful banter and candid tales, Heidi and Spencer revisit the viral “Wig-Gate” at the AMAs, explore the realities of styling Hollywood’s elite, and offer honest behind-the-scenes glances at fame, family, and resilience. The conversation is lively, self-aware, and filled with humor and heart.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Mylan’s Journey: Roots and Rise in Hollywood

• Background: Grew up watching his mother work as a hairstylist; obsessed with salon magazines and “Who Wore It Better” features.

  “I watched my mom growing up as a hairstylist, so I grew up around it for like my entire life.” – Mylan (01:28)

• Inspiration: Drawn to pop icons like Katy Perry, Nelly Furtado, Kesha.
• Breaking into the Industry: Started by DM’ing dream stylists via Instagram with his work to find mentorships and assistant gigs.

  “I just made a little message on Instagram DMs, and I just… started sending it." – Mylan (03:23)

• Perfectionism and Drive: Heidi calls out Mylan’s meticulous attention to detail and work ethic.

  "There's just no way you wouldn't be successful, I think, at whatever you did." – Heidi (03:44)

Wig-Gate: Anatomy of a Viral Hair Moment

• The Plan: Mylan pitched doing a wig for Heidi at the AMAs in Vegas; they sourced, colored, and customized a platinum blonde wig.

  "I brought it all the way platinum blonde. It matched perfectly. It was so good... it was viral, and I think it's what we wanted.” – Mylan (05:07)

• Realities & Backlash:
  • On the red carpet, Heidi and Mylan quickly sensed something was off.
  • Social media quickly erupted – initial fashion praise turned into critiques and memes, leaving Mylan feeling shaken.

  “On my story, I had more views than followers... even Bebe Rexha, Selena Gomez... everyone was looking at my story that day.” – Mylan (08:26)

• Standing Firm in the Storm: Heidi reassured Mylan to stand by their creative choice, not bow to haters.

  "We are standing behind it, and we are not letting other people's opinions tear us down." – Heidi (09:06)
  “You stand on what you did, work-wise, and you run with it... I’ve been really appreciative of that.” – Mylan (09:39)

• Budget Realities: Spencer and Heidi clarify that top-tier wigs cost $15,000–$25,000, whereas their version was pulled together on a much lower budget, challenging the narrative blaming Mylan.

  “We didn't give Milan a budget to get a wig, so it's not on his end.” – Spencer (09:50)

Team Dynamics & Viral Moments: Support and Teasing

• Dinner Roast: The AMAs team dinner turned into a playful roast about the worst-dressed list—underscoring how fame turns even mishaps into “moments.”

  “Then Milan just holds up his phone. He goes, ‘Oh my gosh. Worst dress list.’” – Spencer (11:11)

• Fun Facts: Even restaurant managers found the “Wig-Gate” crew the most entertaining of the night.

  “The manager was like, you guys are the most entertaining thing of the night.” – Mylan (12:20)

Artistic Process, Trends, and Aspirations

• Extensions & Glamour:
  • Mylan prefers maximalist, glam looks, using as many hair extensions as needed to achieve that “unattainable” beauty.

  “I love the unobtainable beauty standard. I want to give that." – Mylan (14:07)

• Editorial Dreams:
  • Aims for more editorial, avant-garde projects; finds inspiration in seeing his work on Pinterest and in major publications.

  “I want to start doing more editorial stuff at some point… really crazy, non-wearable hair.” – Mylan (15:41)

• Family Influence: Mylan’s work is a tribute to his mother, whom he continues to collaborate with on ideas and color formulas.

  “Everything I do is for her… she gets to live through me a little bit now.” – Mylan (16:29)

Practical Hair Tips & Pop Culture Musings

• Everyday Hair Advice:
  • Go-to: “super sleek slick back bun” for an easy, chic look; or, outsource to a blow dry bar. (17:41)
• Love Island & Reality TV Glam:
  • Mylan comments on the prowess of reality stars doing their own hair, and jokes about trade-offs in the villa (breakfast in exchange for glam time). (22:22)
• TikTok Virality:
  • Mylan’s TikTok ideas have performed well for Heidi; he’s “on the pulse” of what works. (22:55)

Life in LA, Home After the Fire, and Daily Chaos

• Fire Aftermath:
  • The devastation from the Palisades Fire is a stark reality; the energy and vibe remain affected.

  “When you come here and you see the destruction … it literally looks like a war zone.” – Heidi (32:09)

• Day-to-Day:
  • Family mornings are chaos: glam sessions, kids running wild, Spencer grumbling, all set to zen music.

  “I just don't understand why we can't do Paw Patrol before school.” – Spencer (26:17)

• Construction, Community & Neighborhood:
  • Conversations drift to rebuilding, luxury homes, and encounters with construction crews.

Glam Squad Camaraderie & Mentorship

• Building the Team:
  • Heidi emphasizes the trust, synergy, and warmth between her, Mylan, and their other glam squad members.

  “It's such an intimate, important person that's in your life… I always know the energy is always good, always consistent.” – Heidi (41:42)

Industry Real Talk & Pop Star Image

• Pop Visual Identity:
  • If Heidi was to get a new image: “You’re just total high-end Barbie.” – Mylan (35:20)
• Music Industry Economics:
  • Spencer points to the role of “money and marketing” in pop success, using Sabrina Carpenter and the “Espresso” rollout as an example.

  “At the end of the day, it all comes down to budget.” – Spencer (35:34)

Notable Glam & Pop Culture Takes

• Best Hair in the Game:
  • Mylan’s picks: Kesha, FKA Twigs, Kim Kardashian.

  “Kim always is on the mood board. She looks amazing. Per usual.” – Mylan (40:18)

• Kardashian Stan:
  • “Kim is that girl... But I’m willing to work with any of them.” – Mylan (40:32)

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• “I brought it all the way platinum blonde... it was viral, and I think it’s what we wanted.” – Mylan (05:07)
• “You stand on what you did, work-wise, and you run with it.” – Heidi (09:06)
• “We didn’t give Milan a budget... so it’s not on his end.” – Spencer (09:50)
• “I love the unobtainable beauty standard... I want it to be so glam always.” – Mylan (14:07)
• “Everything I do is for her... she gets to live through me.” – Mylan (16:29)
• “At the end of the day, it all comes down to budget.” – Spencer (35:34)
• “You’re just total high-end Barbie.” – Mylan (35:20)

Important Timestamps

• Beginnings & Inspirations: 01:28–02:39
• Breaking into Industry/Assisting: 03:12–03:44
• Wig-Gate Breakdown: 04:18–11:07
• AMAs Team Dinner/Dynamic: 11:11–12:41
• Editorial Goals & Family Influence: 15:41–16:29
• Quick Hair Tips: 17:41–17:50
• TikTok & Pop Culture: 22:55
• Fire Aftermath & LA Vibes: 32:09–32:58
• Pop Star Image/Industry Commentary: 35:20–36:47
• Glam Squad Camaraderie: 41:42

Tone & Style

• Conversational, honest, and filled with signature Speidi wit.
• Balances bold confidence with moments of vulnerability.
• Mylan is grateful, self-aware, and a touch perfectionistic.
• Heidi acts as hype woman and confidante, gently guiding the discussion and nurturing her team.
• Spencer is cheeky, sometimes skeptical, but honest and supportive.

Final Thoughts

This episode offers a nuanced, tongue-in-cheek look inside the making of viral celebrity moments and the human side of Hollywood’s glam apparatus. Listeners will walk away with a deeper appreciation for the artistry (and risk) behind red carpet looks, the importance of team chemistry, and the reality that behind every headline and meme is a lot of love, pressure, and a little bit of chaos.