Pretty Basic with Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz

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1. Our Honest Thoughts on The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026

   21 Oct 2026 · 1 h 20 min · Episode 388

   ATTN: there is pop girl drama and we’re talking about it! On this episode of Pretty Basic, we're unpacking the Miley Cyrus discourse and spilling ALL our thoughts on the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. And did we…

2. Alisha’s Family Had A Hard Goodbye

   14 Oct 2026 · 1 h 16 min · Episode 387

   We're jet-lagged and back at our homes yapping! On this week's episode, we're talking Alisha’s never-ending package saga (at this point, even SHE doesn’t know what to do ), life updates, Victoria’s Secret models, and a…

3. Tokyo Travel Stories We Couldn't Put in the Vlogs

   7 Oct 2026 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 386

   Tokyo diaries continue… ✈️🍣💖 This week, we’re coming to you straight from Japan with a week’s worth of stories: knife shopping, making taiyaki, surviving the most overstimulating experience known to man, debating the…

4. We Finally Made It to Bretman’s Hawaii Home

   30 Sep 2026 · 1 h 17 min · Episode 385

   Hawaii, Japan, best friends, and absolutely ZERO Adderall… 😂 This week on Pretty Basic, we’re coming to you from Japan and catching you up on our Hawaii adventure — from finally visiting Bretman’s home and all of our…

5. Pretty Basic takes Disney World!!!

   25 Sep 2026 · 45 min · Episode 384

   Disney lovers, assemble. ✨ We’re coming to you straight from Disney Springs for a VERY magical BONUS episode of Pretty Basic! We’re recapping our Disney World adventure, from all the shopping and the best Disney food…

6. ADHD & Relationships

   23 Sep 2026 · 1 h 31 min · Episode 383

   We leave for a trip in 15 HOURS… and somehow we’re sitting here recording a podcast. 😂 This week on Pretty Basic, we’re getting into travel chaos, Disney World, Remi’s unfortunate car ride, Alisha’s hot neighbor (yes,…

7. Alisha’s Hot Neighbor & Being Taken Advantage Of

   16 Sep 2026 · 1 h 16 min · Episode 382

   A brand deal of a LIFETIME, a hot neighbor, and a whole lot of “wait… WHAT?!” ✨ This week on Pretty Basic, we’re getting into the wild world behind the scenes of podcasting, the business moves you don’t see, and what…

8. The Truth About Parasocial Relationships No One Says Out Loud

   9 Sep 2026 · 1 h 19 min · Episode 381

   No matter what anyone says, we’re entering FALL, simply because September has an apple next to it. 🍎 AND Romy and Losh are back… and they won’t ever be stopped. However, we’re here to confirm that, in fact, nothing…

9. Airing Out Our Friendship Breakups Online

   2 Sep 2026 · 1 h 11 min · Episode 380

   Friendship breakups, cheating scandals, and a LOT of “girl… WHAT?” 😳 This week on Pretty Basic, we’re unpacking all the Megan Plays drama, a pet story none of us saw coming, and what happens when you grow apart from…

10. Alisha Was Just Diagnosed with PMDD...Here's What Happened

    26 Aug 2026 · 1 h 18 min · Episode 379

    We’re in our take care of ourselves season… allegedly. This week on Pretty Basic, we’re talking all things health, hormones, and what it actually looks like to prioritize yourself. Alisha opens up about navigating her…

11. Addressing The Weirdos On The Internet

    19 Aug 2026 · 1 h 06 min · Episode 378

    This week on Pretty Basic, we’re talking about Remi's career change, how she broke someone’s Tesla, and peak quintessential girlhood— because apparently all it takes is friends, lychee martinis and a bag obsession.…

12. Alisha’s Chicago Bender + Dishonest Beauty Brands

    12 Aug 2026 · 1 h 16 min · Episode 377

    We’re back at home, baby! This week on Pretty Basic, we’re getting back to the roots of the pod and catching up on everything we missed while living our separate lives. Alisha recaps her absolutely insane trip to…

13. An Honest Heart To Heart About The Future of Pretty Basic

    5 Aug 2026 · 1 h 11 min · Episode 376

    This week, we're getting very real. We open up about why Pretty Basic has felt different lately, the honest conversations we've been having behind the scenes, and why we almost thought it might be the end of the…

14. Alisha Has to Move!

    29 Jul 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 375

    This week, we're getting real about the workout slump, wellness, and Alisha's crazy house situation that sent her into a full-blown spiral. From trusting your gut and who your dog(s) like to convincing yourself you…

15. Bretman Rock Spills ALL the Tea You Didn’t Know You Needed

    22 Jul 2026 · 1 h 30 min · Episode 374

    Bretman Rock is officially back in the Pretty Basic studio, and somehow every time he visits, there's a brand new life update. 💅 This week, Bretman talks the breakup that changed everything, why their Japan trip…

16. Alisha’s Dating Era Has Officially Begun

    15 Jul 2026 · 1 h 30 min · Episode 373

    Alisha has entered her dating era (!!!) and is sharing all the details from her first date... yes, actually! We recap Oli's birthday (and no, he's not turning 21... but let's all pretend, okay?) and spill what really…

17. Unfiltered Wedding Nightmare Debrief

    8 Jul 2026 · 1 h 00 min · Episode 372

    This 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…

18. Off Campus + Alisha’s Secret Family

    1 Jul 2026 · 51 min · Episode 371

    This 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 and we're officially entering the era of…

19. Remi & Cal’s Biggest Fights, Regrets & Marriage Lessons

    24 Jun 2026 · 1 h 12 min · Episode 370

    Remi'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…

20. Alisha Pissed Off The Swifties

    17 Jun 2026 · 58 min · Episode 369

    This 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),…

21. The Most Awkward Bridal Party Situations Ever

    10 Jun 2026 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 368

    This 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,…

22. The Most Offensive Friendship Hot Takes Yet

    3 Jun 2026 · 1 h 05 min · Episode 367

    This 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…

23. The Dark Side of The Internet: Stalkers, Robbers, & Parasocial Fans

    27 May 2026 · 1 h 06 min · Episode 366

    This 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…

24. We’re in Our 30s… and Scared to Have Kids

    20 May 2026 · 1 h 05 min · Episode 365

    This 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,…

25. Being the Only Single Friend… Alisha Solo

    13 May 2026 · 45 min · Episode 364

    This 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,…

26. Remi’s Vegas Surprise for Cal Almost Fell Apart… (There Was Drama)

    6 May 2026 · 1 h 30 min · Episode 363

    This 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…

27. Remi's Childhood BFF Spills All… Love, Pregnancy & Manifestation

    29 Apr 2026 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 362

    This week on Pretty Basic, Remi’s bestie Kaylee Kunka is here for a full catch-up and spills all the high school lore, mysterious injuries, and bestie throwback stories. We also get the absolutely wild story of how she…

28. Inside Coachella 2026: Bieber Fever, Fights & After-parties

    22 Apr 2026 · 1 h 16 min · Episode 361

    This week on Pretty Basic, it’s a full post-Coachella recap—and somehow that’s only half the chaos. We are fresh off the desert (slightly delusional, a little raspy, but still cute and composed) and breaking down…

29. Remi’s Book Tour + Alisha’s Unexpected Solo Trip

    15 Apr 2026 · 1 h 29 min · Episode 360

    This week on Pretty Basic, Remi is fresh off the final stop of her cookbook tour and recaps the whirlwind experience—from fans waiting out in a literal downpour to surreal full-circle moments. Alisha joins her on the…

30. No Because Why Are You Still With Him…

    8 Apr 2026 · 1 h 04 min · Episode 359

    This week on Pretty Basic, we’re catching up on everything—from Remi checking off a major bucket list moment with her Smosh appearance to a deep convo on relationships—covering everything from toxic patterns and…

31. How To Become a Content Creator + Stay Consistent (Q&A)

    1 Apr 2026 · 1 h 09 min · Episode 358

    It's official... Remi is a published author! She takes us behind the scenes of her brand new cookbook—from years of recipe testing and creative burnout to building confidence in her true art form: cooking. We dive into…

32. Why Alisha Keeps Her Dating Life Private — And Why She’s Ready To Talk!

    25 Mar 2026 · 51 min · Episode 357

    This week on Pretty Basic, we’re catching up on everything—from Alisha’s dating life to current food obsessions and what it really means to be on your own timeline. Alisha opens up about a major personal shift: she’s…

33. REMI + CAL MOVED! New House + Future Plans

    18 Mar 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 356

    Hey pretty babes! It’s Wednesday, which means we’re back with a brand new episode This week, Alisha opens up about some major health updates and the results of recent tests—including what she learned about dementia…

34. Alisha’s Most Embarrassing Moment With a Guy…Q&A

    11 Mar 2026 · 1 h 11 min · Episode 355

    This week on Pretty Basic… Alisha just got her extensions moved up and is officially feeling like a brand new woman. Naturally, that confidence led to a very Valentine’s Day-coded moment… when she may or may not have…

35. Alisha’s Influencer Boyfriend Trip?! & Post Wedding Weight Gain Talk

    4 Mar 2026 · 58 min · Episode 354

    This week on Pretty Basic, first things first… we got new monitors, so if we look slightly unwell, cross-eyed, or like we’re staring into your soul — just know it’s just us checking ourselves out. 🎥 We talk…

36. 2016 YouTube, Hormones in Our 30s & Beauty Eras We Survived

    25 Feb 2026 · 1 h 08 min · Episode 353

    This week on Pretty Basic, we’re time-traveling a whole decade — if you had a flower crown in 2016 and now own beige linen pants… this one’s for you. We’re chatting about who we were in 2016, who we are now, and what…

37. Alisha’s Most Unhinged Fangirl Moment Yet...

    18 Feb 2026 · 1 h 07 min · Episode 352

    This week on Pretty Basic, Alisha’s Pilates princess era is fighting for its life after a Super Bowl weekend that included a fangirl moment and phone issues that nearly sent her over the edge. Meanwhile, Remi is making…

38. We Can Laugh About It Now…

    11 Feb 2026 · 1 h 06 min · Episode 351

    This week on Pretty Basic, we’re covering everything—from the insecurities of being the tall girl to behind-the-scenes Grammys and BU content you didn’t see online. We’re unpacking what was actually real, why Heath is…

39. We Changed Everything. Welcome to Season 8.

    4 Feb 2026 · 54 min · Episode 350

    Season 8 is here—and Pretty Basic is entering a new era. Things might look a little different around here 👀 During our break, we worked hard to build a new, improved, and more grown PB set—and in this episode, we’re…

40. New Year, New Chapters

    31 Dec 2025 · 50 min · Episode 349

    It’s our New Year’s Eve episode and we’re closing out the year by reflecting on what was — and getting excited for what’s next as we head into 2026. We’re talking words of the year, whether we actually kept our New…

41. Things We Find Chic & The Vlogmas Tea Everyone’s Asking About

    24 Dec 2025 · 53 min · Episode 348

    Ho, ho, ho 🎄✨ it’s a Pretty Basic Christmas episode, and we’re getting cozy, reflective, and just a wee unhinged. Alisha talks about getting older, the new health routines she’s been leaning into—from acupuncture to…

42. Okay, Let’s Talk About Zalisha...

    17 Dec 2025 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 347

    This week on Pretty Basic, we’re catching you up on everything—because life lately has been A LOT and we are officially in the thick of Vlogmas. Alisha opens up about some personal health updates, including hormone…

43. Mel Robbins Explains Why You’re Losing Friends + How to Stop Self-Sabotage

    10 Dec 2025 · 1 h 45 min · Episode 346

    Today on Pretty Basic, we are joined by the ICONIC Mel Robbins — best-selling author, motivational powerhouse, and host of one of the top (and we mean TOP) podcasts in the world. Mel breaks down what the Let Them…

44. This Was… Not What We Expected

    3 Dec 2025 · 1 h 26 min · Episode 345

    We’re fresh out of the theater and giving our honest thoughts on Wicked Part 2 — the moments we loved, the moments we loathed, and everything in between (because you know we’re not holding back). We’re also spilling…

45. The Honeymoon Surprise & Hormones

    26 Nov 2025 · 1 h 47 min · Episode 344

    We are BACK with Cal for Part 2 of the honeymoon extravaganza — and this week, Remi and Cal take us through their Korean adventures: from Remi fully fangirling over a pop star on their flight to tracking down the…

46. The Honeymoon Fight & What Really Happened in Kyoto

    19 Nov 2025 · 1 h 37 min · Episode 343

    Guess who’s BACK and more unhinged than ever? We are finally reunited — Remi fresh off her honeymoon and Alisha fresh off the brand trip she was not invited to… so she just crashed it instead. Cal joins the chaos to…

47. Alisha’s Mom’s Story — Adoption, Addiction & Panic Attacks

    12 Nov 2025 · 1 h 44 min · Episode 342

    This episode includes discussions of domestic violence, addiction, and heavy mental health topics. Please listen with care or feel free to skip if these topics are triggering for you. This week’s guest is a Pretty…

48. Greer Grammer Tell-All: You May Think You Know Her, But You Don’t

    5 Nov 2025 · 1 h 21 min · Episode 341

    This week, Alisha sits down with her new roommate (and actress you definitely know), Greer Grammer! 💕 The two spill all about how they met, their first impressions, and what it’s really like living together. From…

49. From Med School To Pop Star

    29 Oct 2025 · 1 h 19 min · Episode 340

    This week, we’re joined by the one and only Thuy 🤍 (and today is her birthday!) We get real about everything — from growing up Vietnamese in the Bay Area, navigating family expectations, and learning to be proud of…

50. Fertility, Friendships, & Figuring It All Out

    22 Oct 2025 · 49 min · Episode 339

    This week, Remi’s going solo and getting real about everything she’s been navigating lately — from where she’s at mentally to how she handles negative comments now versus back in the day. She opens up about her ongoing…