Wives on the Island

In this episode of Wives on the Island, Alyssa and Jessica catch up on their recent experiences, including holiday preparations, cookie parties, and family events. They discuss the challenges of sending holiday cards, the joy of attending a Christmas concert, and the fun of a recent Christmas party. The conversation shifts to birthday party etiquette, especially during the busy holiday season, and concludes with a spotlight on Whitney Lovett's upcoming movie. In this conversation, Jessica and Alyssa discuss various topics related to reality TV, including rumors of spinoffs, the authenticity of shows, and the impact of recasting. They reflect on Whitney's Broadway journey and the passing of Selena's father. The discussion shifts to Diddy's documentary, exploring the legacy of Biggie and Tupac, and the dark side of fame and power. They conclude with thoughts on Diddy's influence and the aftermath of his actions.

In this episode of Wives on the Island, Alyssa and Jessica discuss the complexities of holiday traditions with children, exploring whether the season is truly magical or simply exhausting. They share personal experiences, including their own family dynamics and the pressures of holiday expectations. The conversation then shifts to a discussion about the Selena documentary, revealing insights into her life, family relationships, and the impact of her legacy. The hosts reflect on the challenges of parenting during the holidays and the importance of balancing personal dreams with children's aspirations. In this episode, Alyssa and Jessica reflect on various topics, including their thoughts on Selena's legacy, Whitney's Broadway journey, and the recent reunion episode that left them feeling underwhelmed. They discuss the dynamics of relationships, the impact of trauma, and the complexities of parenthood, all while navigating the chaotic world of reality TV. The conversation highlights the missed opportunities during the reunion and the need for more meaningful discussions

In this episode of Wives on the Island, Alyssa and Jessica catch up on their Thanksgiving experiences, family dynamics, and holiday preparations. They share personal stories about their children's health, the excitement of becoming an aunt again, and cultural perspectives on ear piercing. The conversation flows from holiday traditions to parenting challenges, emphasizing the importance of family and cultural practices in their lives. In this episode, Alyssa and Jessica delve into various topics, starting with the evolution of body piercings and the concept of bodily autonomy for children. They share personal experiences and opinions on the appropriateness of piercing children's ears. The conversation then shifts to a surprising revelation about Fruity Pebbles, leading to a discussion about Whitney's recent interview and the public's perception of her. The duo also recaps the finale of Dancing with the Stars, analyzing performances and the impact of fan negativity on celebrities. They conclude by emphasizing the importance of enjoying the entertainment without the toxicity of online criticism.

This week the wives catch up with each other. The topic this week is Love Language. Alyssa and Jessica discuss what they think their love language is and then what it actually is. Take the quiz and let us know what yours is! In regard to pop culture, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion for season 3 is set to air December 4th. Catherine is pregnant with baby number 4 with new husband! The wives recap Prince night of Dancing with the Stars week 10. They wrap up the episode with discussing their plans and preparations for Thanksgiving.

Alyssa and Jessica go episode by episode for the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 3. They talk all the things: Jessi's affair with Marciano, Whitney and Demi leaving just to come back, Layla "finding" her voice", Taylor being the voice of the reason, their love for Jen Affleck, Mayci and Mikayla pregnant, and how Miranda have fans in us now.

We are back with a parenting topic but first Alyssa gives us the details to her Jersey trip and her brother's wedding. Jessica finishes physical therapy and continues her strength training journey. Jessica discusses her distain for early Christmas decorations and music. This got the wives to talking, what is the best Christmas song? The parenting topic is co-sleeping. Pop culture is all about Cardi B giving birth to her baby boy and also Dancing with the Stars recap week 9. Thanks for listening!

Parenting topic will be back next week! This week Alyssa gives her Halloween update. She is also set to take off to New Jersey for her brother's wedding. Jessica has begun her strength training journey! She also shares her daughters' reaction to their holiday card prep. Jonthan Bailey has been announced as this year's sexiest man alive - the wives agree! Anyone think Travis Kelce's ex, Kayla Nicole, was throwing shade at Taylor Swift with her Toni Braxton Halloween costume? Week 8 Dancing with the Stars Recap. The wives finish the episode off with a message to not skip Thanksgiving!

Pop culture had a peak this week so this is a pop culture only episode. This week Alyssa goes over all class mom things she has planned for her son's class. Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard celebrated 12 years of marriage but started controversary over an Instagram caption. Alex Bennett is pregnant with second baby. Alyssa watched first episode of season 7 and the relaunch of King Kylie. This brings up a heated discussion about the Kardashians. We wrap up the episode with our Dancing with the Stars recap of Halloween Night!

Sorry for the technical issue with the video this episode! Alyssa is the last man standing in a sick household. Alyssa's son keeps asking for another sibling. Meanwhile Jessica's Daughter has quite the insult for her. Do you feel like everyone (mostly influencers) are getting boob jobs right now? This week's parenting topic is daycare. Did you use a traditional daycare, in home daycare or no daycare? The wives wrap it up with the Dancing with the Stars: Wicked Night recap.

This week the wives have a catch up with what they have been up to. Alyssa read Secret Life of Mormon Wives' Mayci Neeley's book, "Told You So". Jessica started her aqua therapy. The topic this week is self-care for moms. What do you do to take time for yourself? Jessica and Alyssa discuss the call out from Taylor Frankie Paul. The episode is closed out with a recap of Dancing with the Stars: Dedication Night.

This week, the wives talk about their love - well hate in Jessica's case - for fall. Alyssa went pumpkin picking with her family. Jessica is ready for Aqua therapy. This week's topic is schedules. Getting and keeping your kids on a schedule. Pop culture wise we discuss Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco getting married. Meanwhile, Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman call it quits. The episode ends with a Dancing with the Stars recap.

This week Alyssa explains her daughter's potty training struggles and Disney on Ice experience. Jessica gives us an updated on her fractured tailbone. This week's parenting topic is screen time. Do you allow it? Why or why not? If so, what are your boundaries if you have them? In pop culture, we talk about Bad Bunny being this year's Super Bowl performer. Jessica also gives us the break down of the Nicki Minaj and Cardi B beef. The wives wrap up this episode with a recap of Dancing with the Stars week 3: TikTok Night.

Alyssa talks about her mom's night out and how her son got a big boy bed. Jessica lets us know the serious accident she had during Parents Weekend. Jessica also shares quite the story about her daughter's first college party! The marriage topic this week is about the Mom vs Dad standards in society. Rihanna welcomes baby girl, Rocki. Speaking of Rihanna - Jessica was fooled by AI, no engagement for Rihanna and Rocky for now. The wives finish off the episode with recapping Dancing with the Stars week 2.

This week Alyssa and Jessica are catching up on the same thing - they are drained from their periods. Cycle Sisters once again. This week's topic is about raising children away from family. Both wives moved out of state and away from their family and friends. They talk about both the pros and cons to this. Pop culture is all about Cardi B announcing she is pregnant with her fourth child. This episode is closed with a recap of Dancing with the Stars Week 1!

This week Alyssa and Jessica do not have a lot to catch up on. Alyssa got a stye and Jessica is looking forward to Parents' weekend at her daughter's college coming up. They jump into the topic of Sleepovers. Would/Do you or would not/don't let your children have sleepovers? Both Jessica and Alyssa grew up very differently when it came to sleepovers. The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' moms seem to be taking over this week's pop culture topics. Taylor Frankie Paul is the next Bachelorette. More of the Mormon wives are on Dancing with the Stars and Jessica and Alyssa do the first ever Wives on the Island Dancing with the Star's Draft! The episode is closed out with a recap of the Netflix documentary Unknown Number: The High School Catfish.

This week the wives talk about their week. Alyssa's son turned 5 and she gave an update on her daughter's Oral Immunotherapy journey. Jessica updates us with the bump on her arm and her blood work results. The wives also went to the Chris Brown concert together. This week's topic is bringing gifts to kids' birthday parties. Do you bring a gift or no? Pop culture wise they discuss all the hilarious memes that came out of Cardi B's trial in court. Kate Middleton has blonde hair or is it just a wig? Then the close out the episode with lightly touching on the Dancing with the Stars full cast and partners. Thank you for listening!

Jessica and Alyssa have sent all their kids off to school, from Pre-K 2 to Freshman year of college! Alyssa talks about her class mom duties and her daughter's pacifier struggles. Jessica gives us the breakdown of sending her oldest off to college! The emotions! The parenting topic this week is living life through your kids' eyes. There are many things that bring a newfound happiness when experiencing it through your children. Pop culture this week - we have to talk about Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift getting engaged. Mille Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi adopt a baby girl. Thanks for listening!

The wives talking about how their week feels so long and it is only Wednesday. Alyssa talks about how her daughter is going to miss her first day of school. Jessica talks about needed to get blood work done. The topic this week is how marriage changes after kids. Pop culture wise: Cristiano Ronaldo proposes, Machine Gun Kelly buys his daughter an appropriate car, Demi Lovato performs with the Jonas Brothers and Nelly and Ashanti need to get off our screens

This episode the wives catch up with each other with Alyssa sharing her daughter has started Immunotherapy for her Pistachio/Cashew allergy. Alyssa's son also had his first day of school! Jessica also shares her youngest daughter's first few days of school! Yes, it is school time here in the south! The parenting topic this week is juggling two or more kids. While both of the wives only have two kids, they share the hard times of having two and how they could imagine how it would be even harder with 3 or more kids. The sad news of Brandon Blackstock passing and Jenna Ortega at the "Wednesday" premier. Alyssa also just had to bring up the topic of late celebrities' Instagram accounts being ran by teams/family is sometimes eerie to come across.

Welcome to our first pop culture mini episode! On this short and sweet episode, the wives discuss ESPN firing Shannon Sharpe, Bradley Cooper allegedly ready to propose to Gigi Hadid and Jen, Mikayla and Mayci give birth to their baby girls.

Alyssa took her daughter for blood work for the first time which got the wives talking, do you know your kids' blood type? Jessica has a new show recommendation, Hunting Wives. Everyone seems to be talking about it. Jessica has also been watching other documentaries on Amy Bradley and reports back with more information. The topic this week is mom friends, specifically making and maintaining them. This episode got a little long so a mini episode will be here shortly that is strictly pop culture topics.

This week the wives catch up with each other like always. The topic this week is getting married at a young age, which both Alyssa and Jessica got married in their early 20s. Pop Culture topics were at large discussing Trisha Paytas naming her son Aquaman, E! News being cancelled, the deaths of Malcom-Jamal Warner, Ozzy Ozbourne, and Hulk Hogan and wrapping up the show with a discussion on the Netflix documentary, "Amy Bradley is Missing".

This week the wives just caught up in person so catch up isa short one, but Alyssa is sharing how her daughter had a possible allergic reaction to pistachios. Our topic this week is gaining weight in a relationship, whether it is new relationship weight gain, pregnancy weight gainor anywhere in between it feels like it happens at some point in the relationship (or a few times). The pop culture topics are the Astronomer CEO caught with his co-worker who he is having an affair with at a Coldplay concert and Emma Watson has her license suspended for going 8 mph over the speed limit. Jessica and Alyssa wrap up the episode with talking about how Jessica is preparing for her daughter to go away to college and being a sports mom. Thanks for listening!

This episode the wives talk about their weekends. Alyssa went to the Cowboy Carter Tour and Jessica's youngest daughter got her license! The topic this week is solo parenting. Jessica and Alyssa have a lot of experience solo parenting as their husbands travel often. Pop culture wise they are talking about Love Island USA just like everyone else and Justin Bieber's new music. They also talking upcoming plans of seeing each other and that it is Alyssa's birthday is coming up!

We are back after our week off for vacation. Alyssa talks about her vacation to New Jersey. Jessica gives us an update on her snatched challenge. She also tells us she has found her potential signature scent! The wives discuss the topic of changing your maiden name to your spouse's last name or keeping your maiden name. Pop culture wise - they had to give their opinions on the Diddy trial and verdict. They wrapped up this episode by recapping The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Reunion Special.

The wives have had an emotional week! From Alyssa's son starting soccer camp to Jessica's daughters becoming working ladies. Alyssa and Jessica have 5 must have mom items each to share with you! For the pop culture topics, they discuss Eric Dane's ALS diagnosis and the Call Her Alex documentary. They end with going over 4th of July plans and how they have their daughters' birthdays coming up as well! *PSA* There will be no new episode of Wives on the Island the week of July 4th!

Welcome to episode ten!! We had the giggles this episode. This week the wives catch up with each other where Alyssa discusses her tough time dealing with summer break and Jess talks about the fitness challenge she has started. The topic is about sharing or not to share bank accounts within a marriage. Pop culture this week is Nara Smith is pregnant, runaway zebra and Chris Brown's 20 year anniversary tour, Breezy Bowl XX.

This episode Jessica gives us an update on how her colonoscopy procedure went and what she had to do leading up to it. This week's topic is traditional gender roles within a marriage. Do you fall into the traditional gender roles? Do you like them? For pop culture we discuss the Ace Family drama that has been unraveling over the past couple of weeks after Catherine Paiz has released her book, Dolores, and went on Call Her Daddy to talk about all that is happening as well. We wrap up the episode with chatting about Alex Bennett who has sparked many opinions about her relationship with her boyfriend.

Jessica is back from vacation! Woo! Jessica tells us about her Costa Rica trip and Alyssa goes over her day in Disney. Our topic this week is gentle parenting. We also have a VERY long recap of season 2 of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Enjoy our longest episode yet

While Jessica has been traveling and celebrating her daughter's graduation, Alyssa has invited her sister-in-law Heather to be a guest co-host this week. Heather shares her experience of going through a divorce and what that looks like with children involved. They also discuss books that are going to be made into movies. Wrapping it up with pop culture topics, more Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and Emilie Kiser.

This week the wives update each other of what they have going on in their lives. The topic discussed is working moms. They share their experiences of being working moms and the pros and cons. The pop culture topics are that Rihanna is pregnant and that Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 2 is premiering.

Welcome back to the island! This episode we recap our Tacos and Tequila 5K that was this past weekend! Our topic this week is stay at home moms as Alyssa currently is one and Jessica was one when her children were younger. We wrap up this episode by going over the looks we loved and hated from the Met Gala red carpet and discuss the Bill Belichick and his girlfriend drama.

Welcome back to the island. This episode Alyssa and Jessica talk about mouth taping, P.F. Changs, and Perimenopause. The wives got their first submission for wife wisdom. A wrap up of Love on the Spectrum season 3 is discussed. Close the episode out with pop culture topics of Khloe Kardashian's popcorn release and Shannon Sharp's SA allegations.

Welcome back! This episode we will be discussing Alyssa's matcha experience, Jessica's Savannah trip, a Disney day trip, sharing your location with your spouse, Love on the Spectrum and our pop culture stories: celebs admitting to weight loss medication/surgery and the Blue Origin space trip.

This episode the wives talk about their recent travels to Connecticut and South Carolina, C-Section Awareness Month, and their top two pop culture moments: Love on the Spectrum and Meredith Gaudreau gives birth to baby boy.

Welcome to Wives on the Island. Meet your hosts, Alyssa and Jessica. These co-workers turned best friends will give you the rundown of what to expect when tuning into Wives on the Island.