The Nikki & Brie Show: "Bobs, Brie Mode, & Bonita Buzz"

Date: September 22, 2025
Location: Live from Las Vegas
Hosts: Nikki & Brie Garcia
Special Guest: Michael Dean (Musician, Desert Heat, Old Red)

Episode Overview

In this lively Las Vegas edition, Nikki and Brie celebrate a major milestone for their wine brand, Bonita Bonita, now available at premier Vegas locations like Old Red. The duo dive deep into their entrepreneurial journey, motherhood, the highs and lows of social media, wrestling nostalgia, and even play an on-air drinking game before welcoming performer Michael Dean from Old Red. Expect signature sister banter, raw honesty about life in the spotlight, and plenty of laughs.

Key Discussion Points & Timestamps

1. Bonita Bonita Takes Over Vegas (02:09–05:45)

• Launching in Vegas: Nikki and Brie are excited about Bonita Bonita's expansion into multiple Las Vegas venues, sharing the pride of seeing their wine served at major spots like Old Red, Ghost Bar, Lee’s Liquor, Virgin Resort & Casinos, and more.
• Entrepreneurial Journey: Reflecting on their “eight years in the wine industry,” the sisters discuss the persistence it takes to build their brand.
  • “If you’re an entrepreneur… you’ll understand this finally, you know what I mean? Like, you work really hard for like eight years…” – Brie (05:06)
  • “It is a f***ing finally.” – Nikki (05:17)

2. Sisterly Vegas Shenanigans & Self-Care (05:46–11:19)

• Las Vegas Vibes: The Garcias revel in Vegas energy and share their excitement about visiting Delilah’s, Vegas’ hardest reservation.
  • “Right after this, we have our reservation at Delilah's. We're obsessed with Delilah.” – Nikki (04:24)
• Fashion, Confidence & Sexiness: They love dressing up for Vegas, noticing how couples let loose in the city.
  • “Don’t you love when you come to Vegas? Couples are gonna have the best sex tonight… Sex that they don’t get at home.” – Nikki (10:48)
  • Brie’s tradition: re-wearing her “see-through Vegas outfit.”

3. Navigating Motherhood & Social Media Pressures (06:14–10:33)

• Podcast Crossover Drama: Nikki discusses appearing on Stephanie McMahon’s podcast, which led to online blowback for her comment on dating and introducing someone to her son, Mateo.
  • “I don’t want to introduce anyone to Mateo for years and years…” – Nikki (06:46)
  • “Now I’m a woman who has red flags because I’m choosing not to introduce someone to my kid…” – Nikki (07:08)
• Social Media Fatigue: Brie claims she looks younger because she’s not on Twitter/X, which she says “ages” you. Both reflect on empathy, boundaries, and mental health online.
  • “Why I look younger than my sister is because I'm not on Twitter.” – Brie (08:51)

4. Wrestler Video Game Roast & Brie Mode (14:45–20:01)

• Ugly Avatars: The sisters roast Nikki’s “super ugly” video game character and botched bob haircut, comparing it to Brie's son Buddy’s home haircut.
  • “Your video game character is super ugly. Why’d they give you that weird ass haircut?” – Brie (14:45)
  • “Girl, you look like I was left in a field for years.” – Nikki (16:11)
• Brie Mode Memories: Brie celebrates her “zero standards” Brie Mode era—embracing fun and authenticity.
  • “The greatest heel of the decade is Brie Mode. Hire her.” – Brie (18:04)
  • “I set myself up with zero standards. It’s like the best place to be in life.” – Brie (18:27)

5. "Rhyme or Wine" On-Air Drinking Game (20:01–25:51)

• The sisters compete to rhyme words related to their lives (twin, Bella, wine, party, club). Their good-natured struggle adds levity.
  • “Shot, shot, shots make it hot, hot, hot. But Brie’s about to be not, not, not.” – Nikki (22:54)
  • “So I blow on the dice and then this mice shows up and says, you better think twice.” – Nikki (26:02)
• They prepare to bring on guest Michael Dean, after self-deprecatingly admitting their rhyming “freaking sucks.”

6. Vegas Spotlight: Michael Dean & Old Red (29:06–38:42)

• Live Performing in Vegas: Michael Dean, musician at Old Red and member of Desert Heat, joins to discuss venue vibes, running energetic multi-level shows, curating music for global crowds, and his favorite tracks to perform.
  • “It’s three floors of just non-stop musical fun.” – Michael Dean (30:45)
  • “Ole Red is probably my favorite venue to play… Blake… will just show up randomly and grab your guitar and just play.” – Michael (32:26)
• Event Teases: Nikki & Brie hint at possible future events and “Bella’s takeover Old Red night.”

7. Affirmations & Episode Wrap-Up (37:33–end)

• Michael shares his performance motto:
  • “Stop thinking and start drinking, people!” – Michael Dean (37:46)
• The sisters close by reflecting on the stress-relieving nature of music, celebration, and living in the moment.
  • “Every time at Old Red, I stopped thinking. I start dancing.” – Brie (38:14)
• Michael plugs where to find him: @DesertHeatMusic, @MikeHDean (Instagram) and at Old Red every weekend.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Social Media Judgment:

  • “No one knows my son better than me, his dad, his auntie, all these people. And I know what's best for him.” – Nikki (08:18)

• Classic Sister Banter:

  • “You think you look younger than me?” – Nikki;
    “Yeah, for sure.” – Brie (09:02)

• Vegas Realness:

  • “Leave me here...I don’t need to go anywhere else except drink and listen to country music.” – Nikki (04:20)

• Affirmation for Listeners:

  • “Stop thinking and start drinking, people!” – Michael Dean (37:46)

Fun & Flow Highlights

• The episode is a raucous mix of entrepreneurial celebration, Vegas nightlife glamour, honest reflections on motherhood and fame, and their trademark dry wit and sibling competitiveness.
• The "Rhyme or Wine" game offers a fun, interactive segment that fits the wine-fueled, celebratory tone.
• Michael Dean’s guest appearance adds a local Vegas performer’s perspective, capping the episode on a high-energy note.

Important Segments by Timestamp

• 00:02:09 - Nikki & Brie begin show live from Las Vegas, celebrate Bonita Bonita’s expansion
• 00:06:14 - Nikki discusses Stephanie McMahon podcast controversy, motherhood, social media backlash
• 00:14:45 - Video game character/Haircut roast, Brie Mode memories
• 00:20:01–00:26:14 - “Rhyme or Wine” game
• 00:29:06 - Michael Dean joins, Old Red/nightlife discussion, affirmation

Find More

• Michael Dean & Desert Heat: @DesertHeatMusic / @MikeHDean (Instagram), live at Old Red weekends.
• The Nikki & Brie Show: Find videos and more on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and SiriusXM Stars 109.

Closing Affirmation:
“Stop thinking and start drinking!” – Michael Dean

Summary Tone:
Casual, playful, candid, and empowering—just like Nikki & Brie.