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Getting Diagnosed with ADHD in Adulthood + Alisha’s Shadow Work Journey
August 30, 2023
- 40:45
Are you all ready for a restorative and reflective episode? Alisha is on a gorgeous self-healing journey; She’s back in therapy,...
Cancer Updates, Panic Attacks + Taking Breaks
August 23, 2023
- 52:28
This week, Remi is back (THANK GOD). She gives us the latest on her and Shane’s health. The girls unpack how Remi is coping, including...
C*ckblocking Fboys + Your JUICY Confessions
August 16, 2023
- 46:45
Oli is back in the studio this week covering for our girl, Remi! In this Olisha episode, FBoy stories reign supreme. Join the convo at...
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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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Getting Diagnosed with ADHD in Adulthood + Alisha’s Shadow Work Journey
August 30, 2023
- 40:45
Are you all ready for a restorative and reflective episode? Alisha is on a gorgeous self-healing journey; She’s back in therapy,...
Cancer Updates, Panic Attacks + Taking Breaks
August 23, 2023
- 52:28
This week, Remi is back (THANK GOD). She gives us the latest on her and Shane’s health. The girls unpack how Remi is coping, including...
C*ckblocking Fboys + Your JUICY Confessions
August 16, 2023
- 46:45
Oli is back in the studio this week covering for our girl, Remi! In this Olisha episode, FBoy stories reign supreme. Join the convo at...
Remi Was Rushed To The ER + An Emotional Health Update…
August 9, 2023
- 53:04
In this emotional episode, Remi shares some difficult news...
Best Friends Play The Newlywed Game!!
August 2, 2023
- 53:13
This week on Pretty Basic, Alisha and Remi play The Newlywed Game…Get ready for drama and excitement as the girls spill the tea on whose...
Remi's Quitting Social Media?!
July 26, 2023
- 54:38
The girlies are back in the the STU! Remi’s sleep deprivation and Alisha’s ADHD make for a fun and very chaotic episode. They talk about...
Is PB Smarter Than A 5th Grader? AFTER DARK ***DELETED EPISODE***
July 19, 2023
- 46:18
Get ready for one EXTRA special Pretty Basic vault episode. The girls are playing everyone’s favorite game: is PB Smarter than a 5th...
He Got Another Girl Pregnant...
July 12, 2023
- 52:08
We all have an outrageous f-boy story, what's yours? Please let us know in the comments below! ;)TW; This episode mentions pregnancy loss. 51:20
Hooking Up With Your Best Friend's BF?!
July 5, 2023
- 1:00:41
You’re in for a fun episode of PB this week. Remi and Alisha talk about the phenomenon of faking/staging moments on their YT channels...
How To Not Get Invited On An Influencer Brand Trip
June 28, 2023
- 1:01:00
The girlies are back in the studio together and they’re fresh off of the plane from their influencer brand trip to Puglia, Italy with...
REMI SOLO: Letting Go of Feelings For Someone Else
June 21, 2023
- 1:01:52
This week’s episode of Pretty Basic is a therapeutic session with the internet’s favorite big sister, Remi!!!! Settle in and listen to...
What You Don’t Know About Madison Beer!! TELL-ALL PART TWO
June 14, 2023
- 44:07
Get ready for part two of our episode with the incredible, Madison Beer! Join us for the longest and most fun outro ever where the girls...
Madison Beer Tell-All *PART ONE*
June 7, 2023
- 59:47
After a raucous and amazing 2-hour recording session, the long-awaited episode with our new bff, Madison Beer, is here!! The girls chat...
ALISHA SOLO: Living With Depression + Anxiety
May 31, 2023
- 55:29
Alisha's solo episode is finally here. In a mental-health oriented episode, Alisha checks in--how are you really?? She also updates us...
We're Not Ready To Be Parents...
May 24, 2023
- 1:10:42
Hi PB listeners, your besties are back in the "stu" and as delulu as EVER!! Get ready for a very unhinged convo fueled by severe sleep...
Where Our Relationship's At... 4 Years Later
May 17, 2023
- 1:18:21
This week on PB, our honorary co-host, Cal, is back in the studio. After a 2-week-long trip to Japan, Remi and Cal are here in the...
Growing Up In An Asian Household + Dropping Out Of College
May 10, 2023
- 1:15:02
Pretty Basic is kicking this week off with part II of the Sibling Series with Remi’s younger brother, Shane! Remi’s a soon-to-be Aunt...
Growing Up Religious: Purity Culture, Toxic Churches + Sexuality
May 3, 2023
- 52:59
Get ready for the first installment of the two part Siblings Series. This week, we have the co-host of Unsolicited Advice podcast and...
We Were Offered Ozempic?! - Ask PB
April 26, 2023
- 46:07
This week, we have a very special episode for you. Remi and Alisha have a warm and safe, big sister chat on all things friendship, body...
COACHELLA 2023 TELL-ALL!! Rude Influencers, Frank Ocean’s Set + BLACKPINK!!
April 21, 2023
- 1:23:55
The highly anticipated Coachella 2023 episode is finally here. After a long weekend of partying in the desert, the girls went straight...
Coachella 2022 Replay!
April 19, 2023
- 1:00:32
Ahead of our Coachella 2023 episode coming out this Friday, we wanted to revisit our Coachella 2022 episode! Enjoy, and happy Coachella week!
Alisha's Dirty 30
April 12, 2023
- 55:08
This is a very candid episode of Pretty Basic. The girls LITERALLY recorded this episode a few hours after their flight home from Maui....
PB VEGAS TAKEOVER: Eras Tour Edition
April 5, 2023
- 56:33
Are you ready for it, Pretty Basic fans? You know that whenever Remi and Alisha head to Vegas that you're in for a story. The girlies...
De’arra Taylor Tell-All: Can People *Truly* Change, Relationships + Privacy
March 29, 2023
- 53:05
This week on Pretty Basic, we have the amazing Youtuber and CEO, De’arra Taylor. She gets into many topics, including how she moves...
Success Can Feel Lonely: Social Media, Comparison, “We Made It”
March 22, 2023
- 45:38
In this installment of Pretty Basic, the girls talk about how wild this year has been for them, from living out their wildest dreams, to...
When Your Ex Is Obsessed With You
March 15, 2023
- 44:11
A huge thank you to all of our amazing listeners who showed up to The Grove this past weekend, you all are the best! In this episode,...
Sloppy Nights + Taking Your Relationship To The Next Level
March 8, 2023
- 46:31
Coffee and The Grove? Sounds Pretty Basic. Alisha Marie & Remi Cruz’s Pretty Basic podcast is taking over La La Land Kind Cafe at The...
Lana Del Rey FANGIRLED over US?!
March 3, 2023
- 59:04
You guys... YOU GUYS?! I don't think you're ready for this story time. On Wednesday night, we met the one and only Lana Del Rey, and not...
Remi's Going Ring Shopping
March 1, 2023
- 44:59
Get excited for this week’s episode of Pretty Basic because the girls are in a silly, goofy mood. They talk about nepo babies, men’s...
This Put Our Friendship In Jeopardy
February 22, 2023
- 53:24
Get ready for the FIRST GUEST EPISODE of the season!! Remi and Alisha bring on their two best friends, Cal and Oli, to gab and have a...
You’re Cutting Out F Boys in 2023 (And So Are We)
February 15, 2023
- 50:40
Happy Valentine’s week from your favorite girlies over at Pretty Basic. This one is for our single girls who are doing the dating app...
We're BACK: Drunk NYC Hookups, Drew Barrymore, + Drag Queens?
February 8, 2023
- 58:29
We’re back and more BASIC than ever! The girls recount the details of their two-month-long hiatus, Remi’s national TV debut, and get...
Best Of Pretty Basic Season 4
December 28, 2022
- 58:55
Every great season needs a “best-of” episode and Season 4 would not be complete without this cumulative episode filled with highlights...
Pretty Basic Holiday Re-Run: Meghan Trainor
December 21, 2022
- 1:08:09
To celebrate the holiday season and commemorate a year well-spent, the girls decided that this week's episode will be a re-run of one of...
What We Learned In 2022
December 14, 2022
- 48:26
We’re ending 2022 on a high note with this amazing Pretty Basic season finale! The girlies are in their [Real] Housewives Era! They...
Girl Talk With Pokimane: What It’s REALLY Like Dating Other Gamers
December 7, 2022
- 1:19:16
This week on Pretty Basic, Remi and Alisha sat down with their new BFF, Twitch Streamer, and newfound lifestyle girly, Pokimane! Poki...
Vlogmas Drama, Taylor Swift Tickets, + Manifesting D
November 30, 2022
- 54:00
Hello PB listeners! Holiday season is nigh and the PB studio is all decked out. The girls discuss vlogmas prep, the Taylor Swift ticket...
Ashley Tisdale Tell-All! *we're still fangirling*
November 23, 2022
- 1:04:36
We wished for a fabulous guest to have on the podcast this week and our dreams came true! Gracing Pretty Basic with her iconic presence...
Call Him Daddy ft. Chris Olsen
November 16, 2022
- 1:13:01
This week on PB, the girls are joined by the Tik Tok star you’ve definitely seen on your FYP, Chris Olsen. Chris Olsen is a singer,...
How To Get Over Your Situationship
November 9, 2022
- 55:47
It’s time to celebrate! Why? Because Pretty Basic just turned 4 years old. To celebrate another year of PB, the girls filmed a juicy...
Fans Caught Alisha Hooking Up With Someone in Vegas
November 2, 2022
- 49:54
We all know that what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas. And in Alisha’s case, this is especially true. This week on PB,...
Jackie Aina: Evolving With The Times + The Pay Gap Between Black and Non-Black Creators
October 26, 2022
- 1:14:50
This week on PB, the girls are getting down to business with Youtube legend and business-owner, Jackie Aina. As a black creator and...
Dixie D'Amelio Tell-All: Taking Her Relationship Offline, Shaving Her Head, + Recent Diagnosis
October 19, 2022
- 52:34
This week on PB, the girls sit down with internet phenom, Dixie D'Amelio, and chat business with the President of D'Amelio Family...
Eva Gutowski Tell-All: Fake People in the Industry, OG YouTube, 'Literally My Life'
October 12, 2022
- 54:08
Calling all lifestyle girlies!! This week on PB, we have another OG icon, Eva Gutowski. The girls leave no stone unturned: they address...
Is Influencing Harder Than A 9 to 5 Job? (REUPLOAD)
October 5, 2022
- 58:28
This week on Pretty Basic: Alisha tells all about her true feelings concerning her sister Ashley’s flight from the proverbial...
Lauren Giraldo: Talking Sh*t and Playing Would You Rather
September 28, 2022
- 1:00:12
THE genius behind the revolutionary 12-3-30 treadmill workout joins Pretty Basic this week for her first podcast ever. Yeah, that’s...
Remi's Influencer Trip From Hell
September 21, 2022
- 55:36
You know we love a story-time on PB and our girl Remi has a crazy one just for you guys! Remi dishes on the most embarrassing thing that...
Oh We're Worried Darling ft. Tefi
September 14, 2022
- 1:07:50
The PB girls are bringing out the big guns this week with pop-culture maven/enthusiast, Tefi Pessoa. Pretty Pop Culture has NEVER been...
Is It Too Late To Reach Out Again?
September 7, 2022
- 51:46
This week on PB, the girls talk about their recent relaxing trip to Tucson; their biggest fears; Pretty Pop Culture: VMA's, Britney...
Harry Styles SNUCK Into Her Dressing Room!
August 31, 2022
- 1:07:11
Guys, we’re not kidding when we say that this is the FUNNIEST PB episode to date! The unmatched, BRITTANY BROSKI joins PB this week to...
Wet Dreams + Engagement Plans
August 24, 2022
- 47:14
This week on PB, Remi and Alisha catch up and get into many different life updates that have been taking up their time. Remi clears the...
BF vs. BFF: Who Knows Me Better
August 17, 2022
- 55:48
The long awaited rematch is here, continuing the battle to determine who knows Remi better between Cal and Alisha. No base is left...
Claudia Sulewski: The Cost of Internet Fame
August 10, 2022
- 1:16:30
The most iconic influencer, actress and fan-favorite PB guest returns to the show this week: Claudia Sulewski! The girls all catch up...
Is “If He Wanted To, He Would” Toxic???
August 3, 2022
- 46:49
This week on PB, Alisha and Remi respond to listener hot takes that were submitted on Instagram. This episode is mad fun and the girls...
Surprising Remi with Meghan Trainor
July 27, 2022
- 1:07:09
This week’s episode of PB proves that manifestation is REAL. Remi wished it into existence and it happened…her favorite artist, THE...
The Flaws In Our Friendship
July 20, 2022
- 1:05:21
Alisha and Remi are inseparable ride-or-dies, right? Well, this week on PB the girls are putting their friendship to the ultimate test:...
Is Influencing Dead? Emma Chamberlain, Vidcon, and Virality
July 13, 2022
- 1:00:00
It’s time to address the question that’s on every content-creator’s mind: Is this the beginning of the end for influencers? In the wake...
Beauty Scams in the Industry
July 6, 2022
- 55:44
Guys! This is a momentous episode for PB. Why, you ask? Well, the day has finally come (the girls have swapped couches)! PLUS, Remi...
Niki DeMar Tell All: Coming Out, the Toxic Music Industry, and Mental Health
June 29, 2022
- 1:18:53
Get excited because it's Niki DeMar’s first podcast ever!! Niki joins the PB girls on this week's podcast and discusses everything from...
Dating App Red Flags 🚩
June 22, 2022
- 55:46
Sound the alarms! Alisha is officially back on the dating apps. SO, of course the PB girls HAD to dedicate an episode to the infamous...
The Dark Reality of Content Creators' Mental Health: Alisha Addresses Her Depression!
June 15, 2022
- 57:17
The PB girls get super real this week. Alisha talks about how she just hasn't been feeling herself lately and this inspires a...
Questioning Our Relationships With Religion ft. What We Said
June 8, 2022
- 1:12:34
This week the girls are doing a legendary podcast swap: Remi and Alisha are joining forces with Jaci and Chelsey from the What We Said...
This is Going to Break the Internet
May 25, 2022
- 51:10
This week, Miss Remi Ashten is back! If you missed the PB girls last week, no need to worry. Remi and Alisha explain in this week's...
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly of being a Social Media Creator: Egos, Contracts, Management, & Networking
May 11, 2022
- 1:15:34
This week, Pretty Basic is releasing part II of the deep dive into the ins and outs of life as a creator. The girls cover everything...
How To Get Your Dream Job in the Entertainment Industry: YouTube, Digital, Influencing
May 4, 2022
- 47:10
Alisha spills the tea on how to land your dream job in the digital space with her producer/the host of the "Making Moves with TK"...
Remi Opens Up About Her Mental Health
April 27, 2022
- 56:10
Remi gets real about her mental health, and how comparing her struggles to others held her back from opening up. Plus, Alisha addresses...
What REALLY Happened at Coachella 2022
April 21, 2022
- 1:00:01
The girls are back from the desert recapping all of the Coachella madness. From the online hate toward influencers, to fashion hot...
Mean Celebrities, JoJo Siwa, & Wardrobe Malfunctions
April 13, 2022
- 43:08
Alisha spills the tea on throwing her first ever major birthday party! The girls recap their Kardashian launch party experience, give...
Alisha Almost Got BANNED From YouTube
April 6, 2022
- 39:25
Alisha tells Remi about the time she collaborated with Taylor Swift after almost getting banned from YouTube for using her music. Remi...
Pretty Basic REACTS to the Will Smith Oscars Slap
March 30, 2022
- 53:33
The girls are back as Remi tells Alisha all about her first-hand experience attending the Oscars. From seeing all of the top celebs on...
Drunk Vegas Stories w/ Ash & Taryne (Unsolicited Advice)
March 23, 2022
- 1:07:28
This week the girls are joined by Ash & Taryne aka the hosts of Unsolicited Advice aka Alisha's roommates. They discuss Taryne moving...
Josh Peck Got Rejected By THIS Celeb
March 16, 2022
- 1:06:05
The girls chat with childhood fave Josh Peck and his "Male Models" podcast co-host Joe Vulpis. The group discusses Josh's new book,...
Is PB Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?
March 9, 2022
- 58:50
In this hilarious episode, the girls play a trivia game testing their knowledge of history, geography, science, and pop culture with...
He Lied To Me About Another Girl
March 2, 2022
- 46:41
The girls do a full recap of Remi's birthday party that involved leaving Remi behind because she thought her house was on fire. Plus, a...
Introducing: Deux U by Deuxmoi
February 28, 2022
- 01:56
Join the anonymous creator of the pop culture and entertainment news Instagram account @deuxmoi for a weekly podcast featuring an...
What It's Like Losing 2 MILLION Followers Overnight ft. Matt King
February 23, 2022
- 1:09:48
Matt King joins Pretty Basic to chat about his transition from Vine, transactional friendships, Matt and Alisha's shared music video...
Remi Got SCAMMED on a Modeling Job
February 16, 2022
- 45:26
The girls are back for another episode celebrating Remi's birthday month. Remi surprises Alisha with a past child modeling gig, they...
We Caught These Influencers Talking Sh*t About Us
February 9, 2022
- 1:05:50
The one and only Oli joins Alisha and Remi to chat about the inner workings of the influencer world. The trio discusses what is proper...
Why I'm Going Back To My Toxic Ex
February 2, 2022
- 54:54
The girls are back this week talking about what you should when a friend is dating someone toxic. Are friendship interventions effective...
Remi Set Alisha Up on a Blind Date
January 26, 2022
- 41:52
The girls are back for Season 4 of PB!!! Alisha gets real about finding purpose after a chaotic 2021, the girls chat about breaking away...
This Broke Our Friendship
December 15, 2021
- 57:01
Remi and Oli go all in for the season finale! The two get into all things friendship. From how they met, to things that almost ruined...
How Much Is Your Mental Health Worth?
December 8, 2021
- 46:13
Alisha and Remi are recapping and reflecting on their 2021. From launching their brands like Parallel and Cooking with Remi and dealing...
This Podcast Saved Our Friendship
December 1, 2021
- 1:00:16
Remi tells her story about witnessing Pete Davidson & Kim K's love affair. The girls do a Q&A about a ton of topics from trust in...
Alisha Needs To Get Laid
November 24, 2021
- 44:12
You know it's going to be a juicy episode by the title. The girls are talking all about Alisha meeting with a dating coach, plus Harry...
Losing Yourself To Find Yourself
November 19, 2021
- 46:22
The girls have a very special bonus episode this week talking all about identity. They discuss their journey to where they've gotten to...
Setting Boundaries 101
November 17, 2021
- 39:59
We've all found ourselves saying yes or no too little or too often, and we get caught doing things we don't want to, or getting...
Our Opinions on Tana's Drama
November 10, 2021
- 34:51
Remi and Alisha get into a lot of Pretty Pop Culture discussing Ariana Grande's casting in Wicked, Pete Davidson and Kim K dating, and...
What NOT To Do In Bed ft. Wild Til 9
November 3, 2021
- 57:03
Back by popular demand the girls are joined by the one and only LaurDIY and boyfriend Jeremy from Wild Til 9. The crew shares some...
Am I the Problem? Losing Friends + Diet Culture
October 27, 2021
- 33:19
Remi goes solo in the studio this week to chat about receiving an unexpected note on her car, internet hate, people pleasing, how...
C13Features Presents: Treat, Starring Kiernan Shipka
October 26, 2021
- 02:50
A perfect town comes with a terrifying price. From C13Features comes Treat, a podcast movie starring Kiernan Shipka as Allie West, an...
Our Relationship is in Jeopardy
October 20, 2021
- 1:06:46
Remi is joined by her BF Cal to chat about Kim K on SNL, Remi's recent "stalker" encounter, a play a game of Jeopardy where they answer...
I'm Finally Getting Botox
October 13, 2021
- 54:41
Remi & Alisha talk about fan-girling at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic (plus, have we been pronouncing it wrong this whole time?!),...
From Influencing to Million Dollar Brand - Marianna Hewitt & Lauren Ireland
October 6, 2021
- 59:41
Remi and Alisha are joined by the co-founders of the iconic beauty brand Summer Fridays! The girls discuss how they made the transition...
The One Where Remi and Alisha FINALLY Go to Vegas
September 29, 2021
- 43:14
The girls FINALLY hit Vegas together for Life is Beautiful and recap the entire trip! Some wild stories from the weekend trying to do...
After the Friendship Breakup: Mia and Alisha Tell All
September 22, 2021
- 1:05:04
The episode you've all been waiting for. Mia and Alisha follow up on their Truth or Drink video from 2020 and go much deeper on the...
Truth or Drink with Zane & Heath: Unfiltered
September 15, 2021
- 1:06:12
The girls invite the hilarious duo of Zane & Heath in for a Truth or Drink! The crew ranks Vlod Squad podcasts, discusses luxury cars,...
Finally Getting Canceled
September 8, 2021
- 39:44
The girls are chatting about TikTok hate comments (and Alisha accidentally going viral), the resurgence of Twilight, and Remi introduces...
How to Love Your Body + Dating Advice ft. Ava Jules
September 1, 2021
- 48:09
The girls are joined this week by Ava Jules! They dive into it all, including how Justin Bieber influenced the launch of her YouTube...
Help, I'm in Love with My Best Friend
August 25, 2021
- 46:04
It's an advice episode! Remi and Alisha are doing their much-anticipated "Ask PB" where you guys have written in your situations or...
Drama in the Beauty Community & Getting Tipsy w/ Daisy Marquez
August 18, 2021
- 40:55
The girls welcome their first guest on studio: the one and only Daisy Marquez! And with Daisy's wine company, there was definitely a few...
We Got A Studio, Fake Relationships, & Hawaii Hookups
August 11, 2021
- 39:22
Welcome to the first Pretty Basic from the new studio!! The girls walk through the whole process of getting it up and what's to come for...
Girl Talk Part 2: Flirting, Jealousy, & Confidence
August 4, 2021
- 49:33
Back by popular demand the girls are picking up from last week's episode and answering more of your questions! Topics like how to flirt...
TMI Girl Talk: Sex, Dating & Periods
July 28, 2021
- 57:42
It's the conversation you may have felt too awkward to have! The girls are getting into all things TMI this week, but things that need...
Josh Peck: How To Make It in Hollywood, Acting Tips, & Mastering Social Media
July 21, 2021
- 57:05
The one and only Josh Peck joins the girls this week to chat about everything under the sun. From growing up a childhood star with Drake...
Weird Kinks, Saving Lives, & UFO's
July 14, 2021
- 46:59
Remi is back from her trip to Hawaii with some INSANE stories, from meeting a girl who had a date with a guy you’ll have to actually...
Tips On Being Single In Your 20’s
July 7, 2021
- 34:54
Alisha hosts this week's episode! As she is back home getting ready for her best friend's wedding, she's reflecting on the social...
Honest Chat: Cancel Culture, Feeling Drained, & What We're Learning Right Now
June 30, 2021
- 42:05
It’s a Pretty Basic therapy session. Sometimes you just need to talk it out, so the girls are getting vulnerable and chatting through...
No One Showed Up To My Meetup
June 23, 2021
- 54:21
The girls have had some pretty “humbling” (aka embarrassing) moments in their careers as influencers. From uncomfortable encounters with...
How To Deal With Toxic Relationships, Mental Health, and Confidence
June 16, 2021
- 44:41
The girls are catching up and answering all of your questions this week! Ways to improve on mental health, tips on feeling more...
Catching Cheaters On Venmo
June 9, 2021
- 45:23
It’s been a minute! The girls are catching on everything and spilling all the tea. Logan Paul fights and Remi does too?? Alisha catches...
How Alisha Marie & Ashley Nichole Started Their Clothing Brand Parallel Apparel
June 3, 2021
- 50:12
Alisha and Ash have launched their new clothing brand!!! Remi and the sisters sit down to talk about their newly launch athleisure brand...
What Happens In Vegas...Doesn’t Always Stay In Vegas
May 26, 2021
- 42:22
A trip to Vegas becomes ICONIC as Remi runs into a few Pretty Basic fans which turns into one wild night you have to hear to believe....
Nava Rose: Blowing Up On TikTok & Finding Your Niche
May 19, 2021
- 44:14
The girls chat this week with TikTok and fashion legend Nava Rose! She talks about how she draws inspiration for her videos and her...
How To Change Your Life & Love What You Do For A Living
May 12, 2021
- 32:02
It’s easy to get caught in the rut of working your typical 9 to 5 and living for the weekends, trying to save up for retirement to then...
How To Work With Your Dream Brand ft. Thu Do from Summer Fridays
May 5, 2021
- 44:06
Take some notes this week as the girls have a super informative chat with good friend and Sr. Manager of Influencers+Partnerships at...
Breaking Up + Sex In Quarantine
April 28, 2021
- 52:26
This last year has tested a lot of relationships, including Remi and boyfriend Cal. No question is off limits this episode as they share...
The Crazy Lies Of An Influencer
April 21, 2021
- 38:51
Influencers gone wild! The girls are chatting about the ins and outs of what it’s like to be an influencer. What actually happens on...
Weight Gain Post-Pandemic
April 14, 2021
- 37:27
This past year has been really hard for all of us, both physically and mentally. Remi and Alisha have a vulnerable conversation about...
Patrick Starrr: Turning A Social Media Following Into A World Wide Business
April 7, 2021
- 54:28
Beauty and YouTube legend Patrick Starr sits down with the girls! From how he got started in beauty, transitioning into making videos...
This Needs To End: My Experiences With Asian Hate
March 31, 2021
- 48:39
In light of the recent hate crimes against Asian Americans, Remi opens up about her feelings on it all, and shares her experiences. From...
Alisha’s First Dating Experience: Social Anxiety & Dating Apps
March 24, 2021
- 39:44
After staying private about it for years, Alisha finally opens up about her dating life! Why she stayed out of it for so long, reasons...
Women Are F*cking Powerful
March 17, 2021
- 39:50
An ode to women everywhere this week! The girls dive into all of the headlines surrounding women in the news: Meghan Markle, the Britney...
Bretman Rock - Making His Dreams A Reality
March 10, 2021
- 1:02:60
The girls sit down with the one and only iconic Bretman Rock! Bretman talks about everything from growing up knowing he was going to be...
Why Is He Playing Me? Ft. LaurDIY & Jeremy Lewis
March 3, 2021
- 1:10:36
It’s an epic podswap with Wild Til 9 featuring the legend herself LaurDIY and her boyfriend (and recovering f**kboy) Jeremy. The crew...
Current Favorites: Beauty, Fashion, Lifestyle
February 24, 2021
- 48:04
The girls are going through their ultimate Love/Hate list! All of the items they’re vibing with like beauty products, clothing deals,...
We Have Our Own Makeup Palette!
February 17, 2021
- 40:51
The girls are super excited to share all the details about their color palette collaboration with Tarte! Everything that went into...
Maddie & Kenzie Ziegler - Growing Up In the Spotlight, TikTok & Dating in LA
February 10, 2021
- 56:21
Gen Z “it” sisters Maddie and Kenzie Ziegler swing by Pretty Basic! The girls dish on growing up in the spotlight through Dance Moms,...
You Can’t Please Everyone: Friends, Relationships & Parents
February 3, 2021
- 53:11
In honor of Remi’s 26th birthday, she and Alisha discuss the Top 25 things she’s learned in her first 25 years. From major life lessons,...
Olivia O'Brien: Topping Music Charts, TikTok Stardom, & Dating Toxic Men
January 27, 2021
- 48:48
Pop star and TikTok sensation Olivia O’Brien joins the girls! Dishing on everything from her rise to fame, recording over the past year,...
She’s Just Not That Into You
January 20, 2021
- 37:58
Season 3! The girls get caught up after a hiatus from the podcast and a crazy December of Vlogmas. Alisha talks economics of her...
K, Bye 2020: What This Year Has Taught Us
December 23, 2020
- 49:24
The final episode of Season 2! 2020 was a year that nobody could have predicted and was quite a whirlwind for all of us. The girls are...
Natalie Mariduena: From Personal Assistant To Million Dollar Deals
December 16, 2020
- 53:20
The girls welcome the one and only Natalie Mariduena, getting to know the real person behind everything you see in David Dobrik's vlogs...
The Secrets Behind Drama & Vlogmas
December 9, 2020
- 33:57
The girls update us in the midst of Vlogmas, why mental breakdowns are inevitable this time of year, and how to manage them. Plus, both...
Our Opinion On YouTube Fights
December 2, 2020
- 36:53
Remi and Alisha are diving into some Pretty Pop Culture with the Grammy’s coming up and the Jake Paul vs. Nate Robinson fight. Plus,...
How Much We’ve Changed & Our Biggest Regrets
November 25, 2020
- 41:58
100 episodes of Pretty Basic!! The girls are celebrating TWO very big milestones on the show by reflecting on the very beginning of...
Sex Dreams + Scammers!!
November 18, 2020
- 47:07
Remi and her boyfriend take the next step in their relationship, while an interesting dream leads to an incredible gift from Alisha. And...
Emma Chamberlain: Gen Z’s It Girl, YouTube Fame & Dating In LA
November 11, 2020
- 1:06:29
The episode you’ve all been waiting for! The girls are joined by the one and only Emma Chamberlain for a much anticipated hang out. They...
The Secrets We’ve Been Hiding...
November 4, 2020
- 59:36
The girls have felt like they’ve been vague with a lot of things on the podcast in the past, but it’s time to address all those things...
How To Get Over A F*ck Boy
October 28, 2020
- 46:02
We all know those guys that we hate to love and seemingly can never get away from… f*ckboys. How to recognize them, the various levels...
Rickey Thompson & Denzel Dion: OnlyFans, Dating App Nightmares & Iconic Duos
October 21, 2020
- 48:38
This week the girls are joined by the ICONIC duo of Rickey Thompson and Denzel Dion. They discuss their new podcast, share...
Disney Crushed My Dreams
October 14, 2020
- 53:60
The girls are back chatting about some of the dangers of social media, and can David Dobrik’s new app rival Instagram? Plus, Remi shares...
What Your Astrology Sign Says About You w/ Oli Abbas
October 7, 2020
- 33:18
Remi is joined this week by the one and only Oli Abbas! The two spill all the tea on their deep friendship, most wild nights, and...
So You're Having A Quarter-Life Crisis?
September 30, 2020
- 52:39
Our mid-20s can be a really challenging time, especially now. Questioning whether we went to school for the right thing, are on the...
TikTok Stardom + Staying Relevant
September 23, 2020
- 44:20
The girls are total stans of Bretman Rock, Alisha made Truth or Drink very awkward, Addison Rae gets cast in a “She’s All That” remake,...
Drunk Decision Leads To Messy Mistake...
September 16, 2020
- 40:56
Alisha got drunk and edited a video for Remi! The idea was great, the execution and reaction was… a bit mixed. The girls are also...
Wardrobe Malfunctions On A Red Carpet w/ Ashley Nichole
September 9, 2020
- 49:31
The episode you've all been waiting for, the sister episode! Alisha Marie and Ashley Nichole co-host this week and chat on everything...
Addressing Our Internet Beef
September 2, 2020
- 42:01
The girls are back catching up on Alisha’s brand new car, talk about some of their most embarrassing memories, and dive into all the...
Paparazzi, Kpop, & F*** Boys
August 26, 2020
- 47:49
The girls go on a deep dive to decipher some of Taylor Swift’s lyrics, discuss how much celebrities actually work alongside paparazzi,...
To All The Girls Who’ve Been Played Before
August 19, 2020
- 59:00
Remi is joined this week by her boyfriend Cal and gets the full scoop on dating, relationships, and hookups from a guy’s perspective....
YouTube Drama, Felonies, & Starting Beef
August 12, 2020
- 54:56
Lots of drama in the YouTube world with the FBI raiding Jake Paul’s house, the Stokes Twins arrested for a prank video, and did Emma...
No Wonder I’m So Damn Anxious
August 5, 2020
- 47:23
Alisha is back for another solo episode catching everyone up on her dealings with anxiety. From speaking to a psychiatrist and the...
Apparently I’m Sexually Deprived
July 29, 2020
- 44:17
Alisha is back and the girls continue the conversation from last week on how to navigate tricky situations in friendships and...
BFF Breakups…. We Don’t Talk Anymore
July 22, 2020
- 54:06
Remi is joined this week by her best friend Kaylee as they discuss everything related to friendships and relationships. How lifelong...
Charli D’Amelio, Hype House Drama, and Kanye for President?
July 15, 2020
- 32:27
The girls are back with another episode of Pretty Pop Culture. TONS of drama in the TikTok world between Sway and Hype House catches...
Opening Up About My Sexual Assault Story
July 8, 2020
- 52:44
Remi opens up about her experience with sexual assault, and the girls discuss possible coping mechanisms and ways to support others who...
Relationships 101: Exes, BFFs, & Boyfriends
July 1, 2020
- 1:04:22
The girls get into a deep conversation about all things relationships. From acquaintances and co-workers, to best friends, exes, and...
The Pretty Basic Master List: Beauty, Health, & Lifestyle Must Haves
June 24, 2020
- 37:45
Quarantine has been rough for all of us but that doesn’t mean the girls haven’t been finding a lot of things they love! From skin care...
Claudia Sulewski - Fame, OG Youtube, & Stalking Your Crush
June 17, 2020
- 1:02:58
Claudia Sulewski is an OG Youtuber and good friend of Remi and Alisha. She opens up on everything from transitioning into acting, to...
An open conversation about Black Lives Matter
June 10, 2020
- 37:09
A special episode this week as the girls discuss everything around the Black Lives Matter movement, what they’ve learned, and what we...
Don’t Mix Business With Pleasure - Call Her Daddy Drama
May 27, 2020
- 57:07
Big week for drama! The girls dive into all the tea around Call Her Daddy, how business and money can really stake a divide in...
Getting Real AF About Dealing With Anxiety & Mental Health
May 20, 2020
- 44:52
Alisha opens up in a heart-to-heart episode about some of the struggles she’s been going through during quarantine, and why sometimes...
Crazy Baby Names and a Wild Night in Vegas!
May 13, 2020
- 50:60
The girls are back together and catching up over some Pretty Basic Pop Culture: Elon Musk and Grimes’ bizarre baby name, and drama...
One Night Stands, First Impressions, and A Baby?!
May 6, 2020
- 42:20
Remi opens up about her recent feelings of stress and anxiety since quarantine started and talks through the ways she's been able to...
Pretty Pop Culture: Travis Scott, Kim K, and David Dobrik
April 29, 2020
- 45:18
The girls are really missing each other and get into a game of Never Have I Ever (Quarantine Edition) to find out what they’ve really...
Jealousy, Authenticity, and Everything In-between
April 22, 2020
- 39:42
It’s been a minute so the girls are doing a fun Q&A answering all of your questions. Topics like public relationships, manifesting...
Alisha Slides in Celebrity DMs?
April 15, 2020
- 40:43
As quarantine continues Alisha has turned into an accidental chef and Remi’s boyfriend (like most guys) can’t understand why she’s...
Dating, Rejection, & Bumble Boy
April 8, 2020
- 46:02
Dating during a quarantine isn't exactly easy but that's why we have quaranflings! The girls dive into everything about having a fling...
Breakups, Drama, & Banana Bread
April 1, 2020
- 47:50
The girls go deep on dealing with all kinds of breakups, how celebrities deal with their public relationships, and quarantine has gotten...
How We Stay Productive & Motivated While Stuck At Home
March 25, 2020
- 42:51
Being quarantined at home can really be challenging, it’s important we take care of ourselves now more than ever! The girls discuss how...
Pros & Cons Of Dating An Influencer - Q&A With Remi’s Boyfriend
March 18, 2020
- 1:00:60
Remi and her boyfriend Cal go through the dating question gauntlet! Along with TK, they discuss the excitement (and also the growing...
Real Life Struggles During Your 20s...What We Wish We Knew
March 11, 2020
- 50:56
This week, Alisha and Remi get into the hardships you run into in your 20’s. They cover issues like the stresses of moving, the daunting...
How Are All These Influencers Buying a House? Pros and Cons of Buying a House in Your 20's
March 4, 2020
- 55:09
On this week’s episode, Alisha and Remi share a couple of their unpopular opinions, Alisha talks about a pregnancy dream that had her...
Pregnancy & Parasite & TikToks, Oh My!
February 26, 2020
- 42:06
Remi is back! The girls cover Remi’s trip to Tulum, Alisha’s new found TikTok obsession, how they spent their Valentine’s Days, their...
Staying Relevant on Social Media + Expanding Your Team - ft Taylor King
February 19, 2020
- 1:01:35
With Remi out of town for the week, Alisha is joined in studio by the one and only Taylor King! TK interviews Alisha, and they talk...
He Won’t Stop Hitting Me Up To Promote His...
February 12, 2020
- 52:43
In this week’s episode, the ladies cover Remi’s birthday plans, Alisha’s gas station catastrophe, Taylor Swift’s documentary, tips for...
Working With Your Best Friend + Running into Your Ex
February 5, 2020
- 52:35
The girls are back for season two of Pretty Basic! To kick things off, Alisha and Remi introduce a new show segment, then they talk...
Our 2020 Resolutions
December 18, 2019
- 51:30
This is the last episode of season 1 of Pretty Basic! The ladies introduce their final game of the year (spoiler: it's a year's worth of...
The Biggest Moments of 2019
December 4, 2019
- 1:04:34
Alisha and Remi have had a jam-packed week. They went to the "Frozen" and "Charlie's Angeles" premieres, and the "People's Choice...
How We've Changed from the Past
November 20, 2019
- 42:58
Season One of Pretty Basic is ending, so the girls will be releasing episodes every other week through the end of the year. They have an...
How We Deal with Anxiety
November 6, 2019
- 35:48
The girls skip their game today and get into a serious discussion about anxiety and how to function with it. Remi had her first ever...
Losing Someone to Love Yourself: Breakups and Celebrities
October 30, 2019
- 38:19
It’s officially Remi and Alisha’s one year anniversary of Pretty Basic! Remi finds a “one year anniversary” quiz and puts Alisha to the...
I Hope He's Listening to This
October 23, 2019
- 51:46
The girls get nostalgic because they're one year into doing the podcast, if you can believe it. The girls record in the original studio...
Healthy Relationships and How to Maintain Them
October 16, 2019
- 39:34
Alisha and Remi play a game where they figure out different celebrity brands! How would they describe Jeffree Star, Billie Eilish, and...
Expectations and Putting People on a Pedestal
October 9, 2019
- 36:30
Alisha and Remi catch you up on their incredible trip to Japan, and they also try to impress each other with a “speed dating” game. Then...
How This Podcast Changed Us
October 2, 2019
- 30:48
Alisha and Remi do another Q&A session to answer more of your pressing questions! What was the biggest milestone in their friendship?...
Alisha and Remi's Favorite Things
September 25, 2019
- 47:34
The girls play a game of questions so you can get to know them better. Then, they share with you their complete, in-depth list of their...
Are We Down B*****s?
September 18, 2019
- 47:22
The girls play a game of “highs and lows.” Has Alisha finally achieved balance? And why was this past weekend the best of Remi’s life?...
Our First Kisses, Rumors, and Giant Pandas
September 11, 2019
- 57:49
Before their game, Remi and Alisha talk about Rem’s love of dehydrated strawberries and their recent trip to Greece. Then they play a...
Our 25 Dating App Dealbreakers
September 4, 2019
- 32:38
Alisha and Remi talk about their dating dealbreakers, especially when it comes to dating apps. Is it okay to overuse emojis? What about...
Our Worst Personality Traits
August 28, 2019
- 32:39
The girls go over their enneagram tests and what that means for their personalities. How does it help them in their everyday lives? And...
73 Questions with Alisha
August 21, 2019
- 55:34
We flip the switch this week and ask Alisha "Vogue's" 73 questions. But before we can get to it, the girls play a game about fashion...
73 Questions with Remi (Vogue Parody)
August 14, 2019
- 30:31
"Vogue" 73 questions, anyone? Alisha takes the reins and asks Remi 73 questions. What is her her favorite holiday, what angers her the...
Remi Gets a BOYFRIEND?!
August 7, 2019
- 39:38
It’s been a week since they’ve seen each other, so they have a lot to catch up on! Alisha and Remi play a game of “Five Last ____“, then...
Answering YOUR Pressing Questions
July 31, 2019
- 33:06
In this episode of Pretty Basic, the girls start off with a game of Highs and Lows, recapping their high points and low points of the...
Our Unpopular Opinions
July 24, 2019
- 40:00
Alisha and Remi give their unpopular opinions, including Alisha's dislike of Thanksgiving food, and Remi really doesn't like cheese....
The Biggest Struggles of Our 20s
July 17, 2019
- 46:48
The girls take a Buzzfeed "Which YouTube Beauty Guru Are You?" quiz! Which YouTubers will they be? Then they go deep with the legit...
Our Biggest Regrets from Previous Episodes
July 10, 2019
- 39:32
The girls are fresh from their vacation in Anguilla, and are ready to spill all the tea. Then, they take a trip down memory lane and...
The Worst Part About Being Famous
July 3, 2019
- 36:54
In honor of Pretty Basic's new verified Twitter account, the girls answer your most pressing tweets. What do they miss most from before...
How to Feel More Confident
June 26, 2019
- 45:11
The girls answer some questions, like what expression did they overuse in high school? What's the weirdest thing they've ever eaten? And...
The Art of Letting Go
June 19, 2019
- 41:46
The girls play another "getting to know you" game! What was their most embarrassing teenage moment? Which cartoon character did they...
What We Don't Like About Each Other - Being Brutally Honest
June 12, 2019
- 51:05
Alisha and Remi put each other to the test with an honesty quiz! If they were plastic surgeons, what would they change about each other?...
Alisha and Remi's Biggest Fights and Drunkest Moments
June 5, 2019
- 58:58
The girls reflect on their friendship, and play an entire friendship-based game! What's their funniest story together? What are some of...
Alisha Spied on Remi's Dinner Date
May 29, 2019
- 48:08
The girls play a game where their close friends list facts about them, but the girls are just now reading them for the first time! Then,...
Who’s More Likely to... Have a Scandal?
May 22, 2019
- 43:49
Which of Alisha and Remi is more likely to... hold a grudge? Get canceled? Drop $5,000 on a celebrity dating coach? You'll find out when...
Alisha and Remi's "Firsts"
May 15, 2019
- 50:23
It's an episode of firsts! Alisha and Remi discuss their first pets, first concerts, first brand deals, first crushes... and even their...
Pretty Basic Live in Tempe
May 8, 2019
- 1:18:24
Get an inside look into Pretty Basic Live with their show from Tempe, Arizona! They spilled all the tea... live... so prepare to laugh,...
Why Am I Not Enough?
May 1, 2019
- 54:59
The girls are fresh off their four-city mini-tour! They'll give you all the tea on how it went, and they'll also catch you up on weekend...
Alisha and Remi's Most Emotional Coachella Yet
April 24, 2019
- 54:35
The girls come up with a game on the fly - what are their biggest pet peeves? They also catch you up on what happened during the first...
When Girls Are High Maintenance
April 17, 2019
- 47:49
Alisha and Remi kick-off the show by playing "The Secret Game"... and Remi admits to something she was going to take to her grave....
Alisha and Remi's Current Obsessions
April 10, 2019
- 44:44
Alisha and Remi get into their favorites! What YouTubers are they into right now? What about their favorite music? And their makeup and...
How to Be Happy When You're Single AF
April 3, 2019
- 43:41
It's time for a Q&A sesh! What happens when the girls get into arguments? If they hadn't met, where would they be now? And if they were...
Getting Closure and Being Rejected
March 27, 2019
- 49:51
Are Alisha and Remi comfortable running into fans in public? Just how hard is it to unplug when you're a social media influencer? We...
The Hard Truth About Losing a Friend
March 20, 2019
- 53:56
What happened during Alisha and Remi's first live show at SXSW? The girls also clear up some common misconceptions about L.A., and Remi...
Getting to Know the Savage Side of Alisha and Remi
March 13, 2019
- 52:57
ThirsTEA? Remi and Alisha tell stories about each other at their most savage. And make sure to stay tuned for Remi's story about kicking...
Alisha's Recent Dating Life
March 6, 2019
- 45:54
Alisha flusters Remi by playing by "eff, marry, kill" with some of Remi's favorite celebrities. They also discuss their recent trip to...
Dropping Out of College and Following Your Dreams
February 27, 2019
- 53:24
You asked, Alisha and Remi answered! We're taking all your questions, including: what are the girls' favorite qualities about each...
Alisha Got Cheated on and Remi Scaled a Wall
February 20, 2019
- 59:47
Alisha and Remi get into their favorite and least favorite qualities about themselves, what craziness went down at Remchella, and the...
Going Out and Getting Hit On
February 13, 2019
- 42:13
The girls play more games! What were their stupidest purchases ever? And what were their dumbest injuries? Also, they go deep into...
Remi & Alisha's Perfect Guys & Dating Dealbreakers
February 6, 2019
- 39:47
The girls play games where they reveal juicy secrets about each other, guess each other's type of guy, and have their first fight?
Toxic Friendships, Dating, and Heartbreak
January 30, 2019
- 1:06:23
Alisha takes the mic and opens up about what happened in her four-year relationship. She and Remi also take a deep-dive into the meaning...
We Saw the Kardashian's Nutritionist, and Here's What Happened
January 23, 2019
- 43:57
Hello, Pretty Basics! Alisha and Remi are feeling better than ever, and it's all thanks to the Kardashian's nutritionist! The girls go...
Hawaii, Coachella, and Gettin'-It-On
January 16, 2019
- 39:11
Alisha and Remi have high hopes for the new year! Today they talk about their New Year's trip to Hawaii, their Top Five artists to see...
Spilling the Tea on Brand Trips
January 9, 2019
- 38:47
The girls answer listener questions about how influencer-branded trips work, including a story about how Remi almost DIED in Bora Bora....
New Year, New Me (Our 2019 New Year's Resolutions)
January 2, 2019
- 39:24
Happy New Year! What are Alisha and Remi's New Year's resolutions for 2019? They both wrote them down and are ready to surprise each...
The Highs and Lows of 2018
December 26, 2018
- 55:45
2018 was a trying time for everyone, especially Alisha and Remi. The girls recap all their extreme highs and lows - so get your tissues ready!
Boy Drama & Breakdowns
December 19, 2018
- 40:22
Welcome back, Pretty Basic listeners! Today, Alisha and Remi give us an inside look into a recent social experiment Remi did... and they...
The Toxic Life of Being A Social Media Influencer
December 12, 2018
- 47:07
Today’s episode Remi interviews Alisha about her youtube burnout and what lead her to take a 2 month hiatus from posting youtube videos....
The Teams Behind Famous Social Media Influencers
December 5, 2018
- 44:07
In today’s episode Alisha and Remi give us a crazy insight to the people they work with on their teams that help them be full time...
Weight Loss and Slut Shaming
November 28, 2018
- 40:29
In this episode, Alisha interviews Remi all about her weight loss journey. Remi shares her current and past struggles with the...
The First Heartbreak
November 21, 2018
- 40:54
Remi and Alisha recap their trip to New Zealand and open up about their individual insecurities. Remi talks about her first heartbreak...
The Truth Behind the Collabs
November 14, 2018
- 39:09
In today’s episode Alisha spills all the tea about Youtube collabs shes done. Prepare to be shook cause everything is not always as...
Once Upon a First Date
November 7, 2018
- 32:34
Remi tells us about her date the other night, and Alisha tells us about how she was going to crash it. The two also talk about how...
Content, Baby, Content
October 31, 2018
- 44:02
In today's episode, Alisha and Remi talk about the many struggles of being a YouTuber. One struggle in particular is the challenge of...
This is Pretty Basic
October 24, 2018
- 39:60
Episode one of Pretty Basic serves as an introduction to Alisha and Remi, their friendship and of course what listeners can expect from...
Pretty Basic Teaser
October 20, 2018
- 01:59
Join Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz on Wednesday, October 24th for the premiere episode of their brand new podcast, Pretty Basic!