Let’s just say... this episode kicks off with a pregnancy scare and only gets more unhinged from there. We dive into all the highs and lows of womanhood — from Remi missing her period just weeks before the wedding to navigating mood swings, period pain, and the wild science of alternating ovaries. She gets candid about taking pregnancy tests and wondering if she’s actually ready for motherhood. We also get into some real talk about dating with zero expectations, being single in your 30s, and boosting serotonin in the weirdest ways. Plus, we chat about meeting fellow PCOS “cysters” and debate the very important topic of Labubu vs. Sonny Angel. It’s raw, relatable, and the kind of girl talk we all need.Sponsors:Taylor Farms: Grab a Taylor Farms chopped salad kit. And get your salad together!Uber: Whatever it is, big or small, Uber is on the way. So you can be on your way to what matters most to you. Uber. On our wayHappy Thursday: Visit DrinkHappyThursday.com/PRETTYBASIC CELEBRATE RESPONSIBLY®.21+CONTAINS ALCOHOL. Blissy: Get better sleep, hair and skin with Blissy and use PRETTYBASIC to get an additional 30% off at blissy.com/PRETTYBASICCalm: Calm is offering an exclusive offer of 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription at calm.com/PRETTYBASICProduced by Dear Media.See 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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Remi and Alisha Move to New York!!!
We’re basically New Yorkers now… well, kinda. We’re dishing on all the NYC chaos — from our favorite hidden gems to Cal’s full-on panic attack that ended with a missed flight (you truly can’t make this stuff up). Cal and Oli eventually made it to the city, and Cal decided to go big with his biggest purchase ever. We also got to meet YouTube’s CEO (casual) and speak at the iconic NewFronts event in front of the top execs in the industry! You can’t stop these OG YouTubers 😉Sponsors:Taylor Farms: Grab a Taylor Farms chopped salad kit. And get your salad together!Uber: Whatever it is, big or small, Uber is on the way. So you can be on your way to what matters most to you. Uber. On our waySimply Pop: Go to cokeurl.com/simplyPOP to find out where you can try SimplyPopSkims: Checkout the SKIMS Ultimate Bra Collection and more at https://www.skims.com/prettybasic #skimspartnerProduced by Dear Media.See 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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We Survived Remi’s Bachelorette in Vegas (Barely)
Buckle up, besties—this episode is a wild ride through the most iconic Bachelorette weekend ever: Remi’s bach bash turned accidental brand trip in Vegas! From pre-party brunches to nightclub chaos with Zedd—and yes, Lance Bass—it was nonstop vibes and, dare we say, peak lucky girl syndrome. We spill on everything: the Magic Mike moment that got Alisha on stage, beach club contamination drama, shady Instagram bots, and how past Remi totally looked out for future Romy. Plus, we talk hookups, bachelorette games, and the one new celeb DM Alisha had to unsend. Vegas is a mindset... and after this trip, we may never recover—but we’ll certainly rally for the wedding!Stay tuned for Remi's iconic Bachelorette swag bag giveaway on @prettybasicofficial instagram!Sponsors:Taylor Farms: Grab a Taylor Farms chopped salad kit. And get your salad together!Uber: Whatever it is, big or small, Uber is on the way. So you can be on your way to what matters most to you. Uber. On our waySimply Pop: Go to cokeurl.com/simplyPOP to find out where you can try SimplyPopHappy Thursday: Visit DrinkHappyThursday.com/PRETTYBASIC CELEBRATE RESPONSIBLY®.21+CONTAINS ALCOHOL. Produced by Dear Media.See 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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Alisha Lied To Ashley About Her Engagement…
This week on Pretty Basic, Alisha is joined by a very special guest—her newly engaged sister, Ashley! We’re spilling all the behind-the-scenes moments from Ashley’s dream proposal, including how Alisha played a hand in delaying it altogether. From signs from the universe (hello, ladybug!) to the chaotic way Alisha and her manager got Ashley to the big moment, nothing is off-limits. We also dive into the emotional spirals of the “waiting season,” Ashley’s big crash-out moment, and all the little details that made the engagement unforgettable. Oh—and did we mention we went to a Beyoncé concert? Speaking of Beyoncé, CÉCRED gave us a code for you guys! Use code ‘pretty basic’ for free shipping and 10% off when you shop on https://cecred.com/Sponsors: Rakuten: Get the Rakuten app NOW and join the 17 million members who are already saving! Cash Back rates change daily, see Rakuten.com for detailsSkims: Check out the SKIMS Ultimate Bra Collection and more at https://www.skims.com/prettybasic #skimspartnerTaylor Farms: Grab a Taylor Farms chopped salad kit. And get your salad together!Uber: Whatever it is, big or small, Uber is on the way. So you can be on your way to what matters most to you. Uber. On our waySimply Pop: Go to cokeurl.com/simplyPOP to find out where you can try SimplyPopProduced by Dear Media.See 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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1:14:05
Our Offensive Hot Takes!
On this week’s episode, we’re packing our bags and heading straight into bachelorette chaos, bridal showers, and all things wedding. Remi’s getting all mushy over Cal’s sweetest moments, while Alisha’s out here threatening to spill wine on people. From wild bachelorette ideas to the age-old debate: strippers, yes or no? Plus, we play a little “hot takes” game — girlhood, haters, lazy guys, and why male-dominated podcasts give us the ick. God forbid a girl wants to have fun!!OOTDs: Alisha OOTD: White Tank: https://bit.ly/4jUIeuqBomber Jacket (similar): https://bit.ly/4cPfYa8Burgundy Skort: https://bit.ly/4lN4bgF Remi OOTD: Full Outfit Links: https://liketk.it/5cqJZSponsors: Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with RocketMoney. Go to RocketMoney.com/prettybasic todayASTR the Label: Visit astrthelabel.com and use code PRETTYBASIC at checkout for 15% off your order.Simply Pop: Go to cokeurl.com/simplyPOP to find out where you can try SimplyPopHappy Thursday: Visit DrinkHappyThursday.com/PRETTYBASIC CELEBRATE RESPONSIBLY®.21+CONTAINS ALCOHOL. Taylor Farms: Grab a Taylor Farms chopped salad kit. And get your salad together!Uber: Whatever it is, big or small, Uber is on the way. So you can be on your way to what matters most to you. Uber. On our wayProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
About Pretty Basic with Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz
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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