Pretty Basic with Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz

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 nightmare no one saw coming. We're convinced being Maid of Honor deserves its own vacation. Grab your favorite drink and maybe a stress ball... because after this episode, you might...

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, Remi gets absolutely humbled by a six-year-old (like... fully outplayed), and we're officially entering the era of realizing our TV crushes are now... too young for us. Cool! Love that! We're also chatting celebrity sightin...

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 (yes, really), and answering all of your juicy questions. From the biggest arguments they've had as newlyweds to what they've learned about being a true team, they open up about...

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), Botox updates, nostalgic VHS memories, and a Toy Story 5 iPad “villain” that has everyone questioning screen time habits. Listen & enjoy! Sponsors: EVERY YEAR AFTER: Watch Every Yea...

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, and the pressure of making someone else’s big day perfect. We also dive deep into our listeners bridal Q&A questions sharing everything we’ve learned from being brides, bridesm...

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 unite) to fantasy worlds that completely consume your life, we’re diving into the stories currently taking over our group chat. Then, we put our friendships (and maybe ourselves) und...

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 your nervous system. Then, Alisha takes us through the emotional rollercoaster of thinking she found her first gray hair… only to discover it was actually something much worse. Can yo...

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, hormonal acne, parasocial relationships, and the moment Alisha swiped her card at lightning speed for one very important reason. We can’t wait for you to listen! Sponsors: TRU FRU:...

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, feeling more confident in her 30s, dating with intention, and the small relationship things she can’t wait for someday. Plus, she shares her thoughts on Devil Wears Prada 2, Euphoria,...

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 hotel tea, travel hacks, and even some oily skin science (because what would a PB episode be without a little beauty tip). This episode has all the stories you don’t want to miss. Sponsor...

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 met her husband—and yes, it involves summer camp energy, woo woo crystals and an enemies-to-lovers trope… which you know we love. And if you didn’t know… Kaylee is pregnant (6 month...

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 everything from VIP compound life and brand trip surrealness to the performances that actually lived up to the hype. Think: dreamy house vibes, private chefs, emotional full-circle moment...

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 NYC leg of the tour, living her best plus-one life while sharing solo adventures around the city. Remi also shares some exclusive behind-the-scenes moments from the tour. Back in LA,...

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 emotional abuse to prenups, divorce, and why leaving a relationship is never embarrassing. Plus, we introduce a brand new segment: “We Listen & We Judge,” where we react to your situat...

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 the journey of turning passion into a project, plus the pressure (and payoff) of putting something so personal out into the world. We also get real about creativity, social media bu...

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 officially stepping back into the dating world. After a breakthrough therapy session, she gets real about what’s been holding her back, what she’s truly looking for in a partner, and...

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 and ADHD genes. She shares what it all means for her life, the lifestyle changes she’s already made, and the surprising ways those shifts are already making a difference. We also...

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 reached out to an ex. 👀 Remi reminds her of the golden rule: if he wanted to, he would — and the girls unpack what it really means to let the men come to you. We’re also doing o...

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 alarm-gate, art classes, and why we’re fully convinced the FBI is listening at this point. Alisha just got back from living her absolute best life at Disney for an entire week as a plus one —...

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 the actual hell happened in between. From full beat glam to clean girl vibes, we’re unpacking the evolution of our lives, our content, and our frontal lobes (which, btw… were absolute...

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 two HUGE announcements, recapping her birthday weekend, and sharing her elite nighttime hack (Ms. Remi is thriving). And just a reminder to those questioning it: we’re not creepy, w...

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 now Remi’s assistant (???), Alisha’s Bad Bunny hotel moment, and how Dove low-key pimped out Alisha’s room. Alisha also made a new BFF (sorry, Rem), Remi and Cal had a Kendric...

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 spilling all the behind-the-scenes tea on how it came together. We’re also catching up on life lately (it’s been a loooonggg time). From what Alisha’s investing in this year (and no,...

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 Year’s resolutions, how this year compares to the past few, and why the  animal of the year  feels a little too spot on 👀. Plus, a life update...

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 Chinese teas—and what’s actually been working for her lately. Then it’s time for a full holiday favorites rundown: the cameras and beauty products we loved this year, what TikTok mad...