Pretty Basic with Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz
by Dear Media
Welcome to Pretty Basic, a weekly podcast hosted by digital creators and best friends, Alisha Marie and Remi Parsons. 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!
Episodes
-
Zane’s Sister Answers the Questions We’ve ALWAYS Had
The girls are yapping, the sibling tea is HOT, and Zane isn’t here to defend himself. We’re joined by Zane’s sister, Hidaya, for a girls’ night full of sibling stories, growing up with a famous brother, her journey to pastry school, the WILD reason she got fired from her job, and the reality of...
-
Our Honest Thoughts on The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026
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 mention, Remi’s entering her sourdough era?! … next thing you know, she’ll be naming...
-
Alisha’s Family Had A Hard Goodbye
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 heartfelt goodbye to a very special family member. We love you, Theo. 🤍...
-
Tokyo Travel Stories We Couldn't Put in the Vlogs
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 true meaning of the buddy system, and why Alisha nearly had her own…
more -
We Finally Made It to Bretman’s Hawaii Home
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 favorite Hawaii eats and adventures, to Alisha getting sick and ALL the travel...
-
Pretty Basic takes Disney World!!!
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 we ate to the rides we survived (and maybe didn’t survive 😅) and a very special...
-
ADHD & Relationships
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, he’s still hot), and the very important question of how anyone is supposed to...
-
Alisha’s Hot Neighbor & Being Taken Advantage Of
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 happens when you start feeling a little… taken advantage of. We’re also...
-
The Truth About Parasocial Relationships No One Says Out Loud
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 good happens after 2AM. Remi recaps how she ended up in a random room and why...
-
Airing Out Our Friendship Breakups Online
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 your friends. After all, maybe we should start treating friendships like we do...
-
Alisha Was Just Diagnosed with PMDD...Here's What Happened
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 PMDD diagnosis, learning to stop minimizing her own symptoms, and why sometimes...
-
Addressing The Weirdos On The Internet
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. Plus, we’re getting into the discourse surrounding why the internet seems…
more -
Alisha’s Chicago Bender + Dishonest Beauty Brands
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 Chicago—including a nightmare travel day, flood warnings, why her bill totaled…
more -
An Honest Heart To Heart About The Future of Pretty Basic
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 podcast as we know it. (Don't panic—we're evolving, not disappearing.) Then we catch...
-
Alisha Has to Move!
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 should move to New York... or maybe Japan, we're unpacking (or packing up)...
-
Bretman Rock Spills ALL the Tea You Didn’t Know You Needed
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 became a major turning point, and the surprising realization that finally made him...
-
Alisha’s Dating Era Has Officially Begun
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 happened at the Off Campus party. After all, Alisha has those guys to thank for...
-
Unfiltered Wedding Nightmare Debrief
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...
-
Off Campus + Alisha’s Secret Family
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 realizing our TV crushes are now... too young for us. Cool! Love that! We're…
more -
Remi & Cal’s Biggest Fights, Regrets & Marriage Lessons
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...
-
Alisha Pissed Off The Swifties
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...
-
The Most Awkward Bridal Party Situations Ever
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...
-
The Most Offensive Friendship Hot Takes Yet
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…
more -
The Dark Side of The Internet: Stalkers, Robbers, & Parasocial Fans
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…
more -
We’re in Our 30s… and Scared to Have Kids
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...
-
Being the Only Single Friend… Alisha Solo
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...
-
Remi’s Vegas Surprise for Cal Almost Fell Apart… (There Was Drama)
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...
-
Remi's Childhood BFF Spills All… Love, Pregnancy & Manifestation
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…
more -
Inside Coachella 2026: Bieber Fever, Fights & After-parties
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…
more -
Remi’s Book Tour + Alisha’s Unexpected Solo Trip
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...
-
No Because Why Are You Still With Him…
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...
-
How To Become a Content Creator + Stay Consistent (Q&A)
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)…
more -
Why Alisha Keeps Her Dating Life Private — And Why She’s Ready To Talk!
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...
-
REMI + CAL MOVED! New House + Future Plans
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...
-
Alisha’s Most Embarrassing Moment With a Guy…Q&A
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…
more -
Alisha’s Influencer Boyfriend Trip?! & Post Wedding Weight Gain Talk
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…
more -
2016 YouTube, Hormones in Our 30s & Beauty Eras We Survived
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,...
-
Alisha’s Most Unhinged Fangirl Moment Yet...
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...
-
We Can Laugh About It Now…
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…
more -
We Changed Everything. Welcome to Season 8.
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...
-
New Year, New Chapters
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...
-
Things We Find Chic & The Vlogmas Tea Everyone’s Asking About
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…
more -
Okay, Let’s Talk About Zalisha...
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 levels, fertility and recent heart and gut findings, and how it’s all been…
more -
Mel Robbins Explains Why You’re Losing Friends + How to Stop Self-Sabotage
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 Theory actually is, how to use it, and how your perception of control might actually...
-
This Was… Not What We Expected
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 on the iconic — and super rare — present we got from the Wicked team that quite...
-
The Honeymoon Surprise & Hormones
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 legendary street-market vendor Cal discovered years ago on YouTube. Cal shares his...
-
The Honeymoon Fight & What Really Happened in Kyoto
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 help recap everything that’s gone down since we were last together, starting with...
-
Alisha’s Mom’s Story — Adoption, Addiction & Panic Attacks
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 Basic legend in her own right — Alisha’s mom, Chris! From being told “girls don’t...
-
Greer Grammer Tell-All: You May Think You Know Her, But You Don’t
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 Greer’s ex breaking up with her just two days before Valentine’s Day and her…
more -
From Med School To Pop Star
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 who you are… to becoming the first Vietnamese solo artist to perform at Coachella...
About this show
Welcome to Pretty Basic, a weekly podcast hosted by digital creators and best friends, Alisha Marie and Remi Parsons. 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!
Hosted by
Dear Media