Pretty Problematic with Ali and Alex

This week Ali shares her story alone, while Alex is out of the Country. She dives into some Hot Takes including Layla coming out, another spectacle from Dakota and Taylor, and the amazing World record set by Kelsey Pfendler! Then she shares her story of trauma with the loss of her father at the age of 15. She shares how it affected her then and how it still affects her now. She talks about navigat...

In this Episode Ali and Alex put on their tin foil hats to dive into some popular internet conspiracy theories! They start the show with some hot takes on the possible airing of the Bachelorette (again) and then talk about Miranda's new single " F U For That". They also touch on some Tiktok videos of Jelly Roll going viral in the worst way. The hosts then dive into the Selena Gomez conspiracy theo...

Hosts Ali and Alex return to their usual format for episode eight of Pretty Problematic, framing the night as a weekly “girls’ night” with games and opinions. Their hot take centers on reports that Jelly Roll and wife Bunnie XO are divorcing despite talking publicly about having a baby; they argue she supported and “built” him for 10 years and believe he’s using misaligned religious values as a co...

In this episode, we explore the perspectives of a male listener, T, on dating, social media's impact on relationships, and love. Join us for honest insights into modern dating norms, red flags, and building meaningful connections. Key Topics: The impact of social media on trust and insecurities in relationships Expectations around gender roles and financial contributions Red flags in early dating...

Ali and Alex focus in on their Mormon mission experiences in Chile after briefly discussing concerns about celebrities’ extreme weight loss, including Ariana Grande on her tour and other actresses. They describe culture shock at the Mexico City MTC, language immersion, tough living conditions (propane for hot water, limited money for food, washing clothes by hand), and highly strict mission rules...

Ali and Alex record episode five of “Pretty Problematic” after multiple tech and scheduling issues, with Alex returning from a Wyoming reunion, illness in the household, and Ali’s son recovering from surgery. They discuss getting online hate after a TikTok criticizing Drake, responding to comments about their looks, intelligence, and cheap podcast equipment, and reframing the podcast as exposing b...

Ali and Alex return for episode 4, catching up after a hectic week involving family visits, Ali’s son’s surgery, and Alex’s last week at her job. They discuss how social media numbers create an illusion that’s hard to comprehend and segue into “hot takes,” criticizing James Charles for attacking a former Spirit Airlines employee who asked him to promote her GoFundMe, then posting an apology two we...

Is Self-Care Turning Into Self-Destruction? In this episode, we talk about the dark side of wellness culture, beauty standards, toxic diet trends, Botox, Ozempic, postpartum body pressure, and whether modern “self-care” is actually becoming self-destruction. We also discuss friendship dynamics during toxic relationships and the pressure women face online to look perfect. Disclaimer: This episode i...

This week’s episode dives deep into modern dating culture, divorce trauma, healing after toxic relationships, Mormon dating culture, and the terrifying reality of dating apps in 2026. Hot Takes of the Week • Alix & Alex Drama Still nothing to report. Moving on. • Taylor Frankie Paul A judge granted more parenting time through June. Bachelorette air date rumors are swirling — the hosts are rooting...

Join Ali and Alex in their debut episode as they introduce themselves and share their journeys from LDS missions to navigating life’s ups and downs. This episode sets the tone for a raw, open discussion on personal stories, internet drama, and the realities behind influencer culture. In this episode: Both hosts share their backgrounds, including experiences with faith, marriage, and personal growt...