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 be ruling your life. She dives into the million little things you don’t need to hold onto, the daily habits that transform your energy, and the single most valuable insight you NEED to know to become the best version of you.And by the end… you’ll understand exactly why you (and your mother) really need to read this book!The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About by Mel Robbins - https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/Follow Mel:https://www.instagram.com/melrobbins/https://www.instagram.com/themelrobbinspodcast/https://www.youtube.com/@melrobbins/videosSponsors::CHASE: Head to Chase.com/holidayscams for tips, tools, and resources to help keep your finances safe.THE REALREAL: Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to TheRealReal.com/basicCASAMIGOS: Sign up for Casamigos email updates to join the House of Friends, get hosting inspiration, and enjoy $5 off your first Casamigos order on TheBar.com. Just head to Casamigos.com to sign up to join the House of Friends and get $5 off your first Casamigos order on TheBar.com this hollday.SHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/basicGOOGLE SHOPPING: #sponsored Shop the 100 products that made our year by visiting g.co/shop/holiday100FACEBOOK: Let's reconnect this holiday season with Facebook.SQUARE: Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/prettybasicSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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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 literally made us gasp. Plus, Remi shares her full-circle fangirl-turned-friendship moment that proves magic is very real.Grab your broomstick (or your latte) and buckle up — it’s a wickedly good episode. ✨Sponsors: FACEBOOK: Let's reconnect this holiday season with Facebook. SKIMS: Shop our favorite pajamas at SKIMS.com and if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list - the SKIMS Holiday Shop is now open at SKIMS.com.CASAMIGOS: Sign up for Casamigos email updates to join the House of Friends, get hosting inspiration, and enjoy $5 off your first Casamigos order on TheBar.com. Just head to Casamigos.com to sign up to join the House of Friends and get $5 off your first Casamigos order on TheBar.com this holiday.COLUMBIA: Head to columbia.com to get your hands on an Amaze Puff jacket—they’re tough on cold, soft on you.RAKUTEN: Start all your holiday shopping at rakuten.com or get the Rakuten app to start saving today! Join today for a new member welcome bonus after minimum qualifying purchases. Terms and conditions apply. Your Cash Back really adds up!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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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 absolute dream day at a Korean head spa, finally reveals his color analysis results, and dives into the newest trend: body analysis.We get into Korean mall culture, why Baskin Robbins is elite in Seoul and all the Korean-owned brands they fell in love with. Then Remi and Cal hop on a bullet train to Pocheon, where they ultimately discover… their new favorite Korean city?!Plus: why Remi’s taking progesterone, Alisha calling in from Tokyo with her own travel tea, and of course — their must-try Korean BBQ spot. Sponsors: GOOGLE SHOPPING: #sponsored Shop the 100 products that made our year by visiting g.co/shop/holiday100CHASE: Head to Chase.com/holidayscams for tips, tools, and resources to help keep yourfinances safe.SHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/basicCOTTON: Learn more at TheFabricOfOurLives.comFACEBOOK: Let's reconnect this holiday season with Facebook.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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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 Remi’s honeymoon in Hawaii including where slowing down was harder than expected, We’re talking: unexpected emergencies, the now-legendary pool boy moment, a dramatic room swap, and a good-luck sign that may or may not hint to the future. Meanwhile, Alisha shares the chaotic saga of her self-appointed “brand trip”: starting with a Bentley, to her adventures in Kyoto, wild fog machines, the noodle incident, and her pretty epic inner monologue that kepts us all entertained. . She also opens up about mid-flight scare — and why she’s decided this is officially someone else’s problem.Sponsors: CASAMIGOS: Sign up for Casamigos email updates to join the House of Friends, get hosting inspiration, and enjoy $5 off your first Casamigos order on TheBar.com. Just head to Casamigos.com to sign up to join the House of Friends and get $5 off your first Casamigos order on TheBar.com this Friendsgiving.SKIMS: Shop our favorite pajamas at SKIMS.com and if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for everyone on your list - the SKIMS Holiday Shop is now open at SKIMS.com.CHASE: Head to Chase.com/holidayscams for tips, tools, and resources to help keep your finances safe.THEREALREAL: Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to TheRealReal.com/basicCOLUMBIA: Head to columbia.com to get your hands on an Amaze Puff jacket—they’re tough on cold, soft on you.FACEBOOK: Let's reconnect this holiday season with Facebook. RAKUTEN: Start all your holiday shopping at rakuten.com or get the Rakuten app to start saving today! Join today for a new member welcome bonus after minimum qualifying purchases. Terms and conditions apply. Your Cash Back really adds up!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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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 play drums” to booking professional gigs at 15, she’s been proving people wrong since day one. Chris opens up about being adopted and the powerful phrase she’s lived by: “I was selected, not expected.” We get into it all — nature vs. nurture, panic attacks, faith, and the journey that made Mama Marie the powerhouse she is today.This episode is full of those “ohhh that’s where Alisha gets it from” moments. Stay till the end to hear the rockstar Momma Marie in action— with clips of her jamming on the drums.Sponsors: VIVRELLE: Go to vivrelle.com and apply for a membership today using code PRETTYBASIC for your first month of membership FREE - the code will also allow you to skip the Vivrelle waitlist.SHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/basic.CASAMIGOS: Head to tinyurl.com/margsandmargs for your own Casamigos Margs & Margs Pairing Guide todayTHE REALREAL: -- Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to TheRealReal.com/basicCOLUMBIA: Head to columbia.com to get your hands on an Amaze Puff jacket—they’re tough on cold, soft on you.FACEBOOK: Let's reconnect this holiday season with Facebook.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
About Pretty Basic with Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz
Welcome to Pretty Basic, a weekly podcast hosted by multi-hyphenate creators and best friends, Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz. 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!