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This week we get into how we pack and prepare for trips, why being out and about in New York feels so different from life in Los Angeles, and our ongoing mission to get out of the house more.
We also talk about Vic surprising Doni, love languages, and why missing each other might actually be a good thing. Basically, a very random episode filled with travel thoughts, relationship realizations, and a reminder that we probably need more friends.
0:00 Living with Family
2:23 Content we Consume (Anxiety from Euphoria)
9:57 Our Gucci Cruise Trip & How We Travel
16:46 NYC vs LA
22:26 Vic’s Surprise for Doni
25:59 Love Languages
31:15 The Best Night of Our Lives
35:00 We Need More Friends
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The baddies are back and this one is definitely not safe for work.
We're talking toxic turn-ons, insecure men and what hookup culture is like as relationship girls. From a boyfriend getting caught on Grindr to accidentally hooking up with an ex-wife, no topic is off limits. Pour yourself a drink and join us for another chaotic Baddie to Baddie.
0:00 Baddie 2 Baddie begins
1:30 Our Drink of Choice
5:27 Toxic Turn Ons
9:08 Insecure Men: The Signs You’re Missing
12:47 Lost in Translation
15:25 Hookup Culture as a Relationship Girl
18:47 Types of Birth Control
22:05 Caught on Grindr
23:37 The Backdoor Debate
26:00 Sleeping with his Ex-Wife
28:57 How to Recover
31:12 My Friend is Texting My Boyfriend…Now What?
33:50 GNO
35:39 Is it Ever Really Casual?
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Carter’s back for part two! We talk about discovering artists then vs. now, the future of streaming, and why the real power behind what becomes viral is in your hands. Carter also opens up about the politics of music, imposter syndrome, seeing artists finally get their flowers, and what it actually takes to build talent instead of just finding it. Plus the creation of his own label Plot Twist Records and its debut launch “Fourth Strike.”
It's a conversation about trusting your taste, betting on yourself, and what it looks like when you’re brave to go after the life you want.
0:00 Carter Pt. 2 Begins
0:58 Finding Talent vs. Building Artists
4:20 Learning to Trust Your Taste in Music
6:37 Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
8:54 The Sacrifices Behind Success
11:27 Actually Living the Dream
16:10 The Future of Music Discovery
18:20 Why the Audience Has the Power
19:49 The Story Behind “Fourth Strike”
25:26 Building Plot Twist Records
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Today we’re joined by one of our best friends - music executive, interviewer, A&R, and honestly one of the busiest people we know, Carter Gregory. Carter talks about growing up in North Carolina, falling in love with music, and the journey that took him from dreaming about LA to dominating the music industry. We also get into his early assistant days, discovering artists and what it actually takes to make it in music. Plus, a few stories Carter probably wishes we wouldn’t mention.
And considering we barely scratched the surface… there may need to be a part two.
0:00 Carter Gregory Interview Begins
2:12 Who Is “Cartera”?
4:38 Answering the Most Asked Fan Questions
10:07 Carter Doesn’t Watch Our Vlogs + Would He Ever Start One?
13:53 Meeting Queen B
16:01 Being Recognized in the Music Industry
18:25 Cary, North Carolina
23:49 Falling in Love with Music
25:15 MTV’s MADE
31:18 Fitness Culture
34:16 Dreaming of Moving to LA
38:05 The Worst Assistant Ever
42:43 (Almost) Missing Kylie’s Plane
44:52 The Journey into A&R
50:21 Carter’s Sleepover Nightmare
53:38 The Most Memorable Artists He’s Worked With + Testing Vinyls
55:45 Coachella Stories
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After a few days in Miami, we’re finally sitting down to debrief everything - from our nights at Eleven, the viral Greek TikTok that took on a life of its own, Doni’s F1 collaboration, and the car service chaos that couldn't seem to get the location right. By the end of the weekend, we found ourselves asking the most important question: can anyone actually taste the difference of a $1,500 bottle of wine?
0:00 The Miami Debrief Begins
2:30 Met Gala: The Drama, The Trains & The Stairs
8:18 Hotel Footage, Our Event & Strippers
20:45 Who Came to Our Miami Event
22:19 Trying New Glam
24:33 Addressing the Viral TikTok
26:40 Is Expensive Wine Actually Worth It?
31:33 Our Solo Beach Days 33:24 Nahmias x F1
35:20 Miami Car Chaos
40:02 Vic’s Alleyway Emergency Stop
41:33 Stas Parties with Kesha
42:20 Vic’s F1 Weekend Experience
44:27 Inside Met Gala After Parties
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This week, we’re getting into our full wellness routines - the habits, products, and little rituals that keep us feeling our best. From sleep routines and hydration to workouts, skincare, and everything in between, we’re answering your questions and sharing what actually works for us. It’s wellness, but realistic.
0:00 Wellness Episode Kickoff
2:06 This or That: Party Girl Edition
6:42 Life Updates
11:21 Wellness Q&A: IV Therapy
15:55 Debloating & Lymphatic Drainage
19:36 Night Routines & Better Sleep
28:04 Hydration: Electrolytes We Love
32:46 Coffee vs. Matcha
33:48 Vitamins & Supplements
35:01 Diet & Meal Planning
38:56 Lagree & the Megaformer
40:34 Skincare Staples
47:42 Red Light Therapy Rituals
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This week, we’re recapping Coachella - from the moments we planned to everything that wasn’t. We get into your most-asked questions, our favorite performances, and how Vic’s merch somehow missing.
We break down Weekend 1 and how ended up going back for Weekend 2. It’s unfiltered, a little all over the place, and exactly how Coachella felt.
0:00 Coachella Debrief Begins
2:13 Your Most Asked Coachella Questions
6:25 The Bus
7:59 Favorite Performances & Karol G’s Custom Skirt
8:57 Weekend 1 Kickoff
10:31 Desert Footage: Kylie, Doni & Carter
20:22 After Parties, French Toast & Saving Energy
22:13 Festival Fits: Keeping It Casual
23:35 Twinning Moments (VS, Khy & Better Half)
25:02 Inside the Artist Section
29:23 The After Party
31:09 In-N-Out Hallelujah
33:00 Why Vic Didn’t Vlog
33:50 Going Back for Weekend 2
34:42 Sprinter Drop-Off Chaos
36:50 How Vic's Merch Went Missing
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In this week’s Baddie 2 Baddie, we’re answering your calls - getting into everything from dating with no experience to setting standards and handling pressure to have it all figured out. We talk budgeting, starting a business with friends, dealing with online negativity, and how to protect your peace along the way.
It’s advice, real talk, and a few things we needed to hear too.
0:00 Baddie 2 Baddie Begins
2:24 Meeting You All & Hearing the Love
3:49 Sips, Cigs & Packing Tips
8:24 Friendship without Social Media
11:16 Shopping Less, Budgeting Better
16:34 Pressure to Settle Down
20:50 Staying Positive Through Online Hate
25:20 Bachelorette Restaurant Recs
29:18 He Unliked All of my Photos
33:16 Vintage Shopping & Finding the Best Pieces
36:00 Dating Early On & Setting Standards
38:40 Zero Boy Experience
41:05 Starting a Business with Friends
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In this episode, Stas Karanikolaou takes us back to the beginning - opening up about her early life, Greek roots, and the experiences that shaped who she is today. From constantly moving and finding her footing to learning how to fully embrace who she is, Stas reflects on how individuality became her greatest strength.
She shares stories about early dating, navigating her family dynamic, and discovering social media as her path - leading to her first brand deal and eventually the vloggy vlogs she’s now known for. From Anastasia to Stas… and everything in between.
0:00 Interview with Stas Karanikolaou Begins
1:02 Answering Your Questions
9:12 Early Life & Beginnings
11:30 Moving Around: A Life in Transition
12:45 Confidence & Finding Herself
14:55 Growing Up Greek & Sister Bonds
23:00 School Days to Homeschool Life
29:10 @stassiebaby
34:40 The Vlog Era
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In this episode, we sit down with renowned Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Ghavami for an unfiltered look inside the world of aesthetics, beauty, and modern medicine.
We dive into everything from Snapchatting live surgeries to breaking down what people shouldn’t get done, how to know if you’re actually a good candidate, and what really matters when choosing the right surgeon. Dr. Ghavami also unpacks the influence of celebrity inspiration, separating education from unrealistic expectations, and the way we think about aging.
Whether you’re curious about plastic surgery or just fascinated by the culture around it, this conversation pulls back the curtain on everything.
0:00 Dr. Ghavami Interview Begins + His Early Career
4:29 The Most Popular Procedures Right Now
9:10 Surgeries with the Highest Satisfaction Rates
11:45 What NOT to Get Done
14:19 “Liquid Gold” Explained
17:39 Biggest Cosmetic Trends
20:17 The Rise of Mini BBLs
21:22 How to Choose the Right Surgeon
25:09 Inside a 22-Hour Surgery
29:25 Who Isn’t a Good Candidate
32:18 The Lesson Behind Celebrity Inspiration
34:10 Beauty Tips + What to Avoid
41:54 Why Age Is a State of Mind
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Kelsey Calemine joins us for a full-circle convo. From discovering Tumblr at a early age to the moment she found her lane with food content, Kelsey opens up about the story behind her rise.
We get into being homeschooled, how having a creative outlet shaped everything, and the journey that ultimately led to how FatherKels was born.
0:00 Interview with Kelsey Calemine Starts
4:41 Oscars week
10:12 Early Tumblr Days
15:14 Becoming FatherKels
20:56 First Impressions and Life as Roommates
25:03 Mukbangs & Food Content
34:21 FatherFoods
36:49 Crazy Exes
48:03 Rapid Fire Questions
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Welcome to the very first episode of baddie to baddie 💌 This is our new series where you call in and we answer your advice, dilemmas and burning questions. Nothing is off limits.
In today’s episode, we’re getting into trusting your intuition (and knowing when to actually listen to it), the reality of splitting the bill, finding real confidence, and what to do when you feel like you’ve officially run out of dating options at the gym.
0:00 Baddie to Baddie Intro
1:22 Come to DC
3:38 Relocating after College
7:18 Capsule Wardrobe
12:23 Aesthetic Instagram’s
17:42 Dating at the Gym
19:59 Surprise Caller
20:57 Paying in Relationships
24:42 Friendships and Trusting Your Intuition
28:00 Finding Confidence
30:18 Mykonos Girls Trip
32:03 Managing Stress
36:57 Vic’s Proposal Story
40:32 ADL Photoshoot
42:20 Defining the Relationship
46:00 Would you Rather?
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Victoria shares her full origin story - from growing up in Venezuela, building a life in America and falling in love with fashion along the way.
Vic walks us through every stage of her career, from interning at Teen Vogue to working her way up as an executive assistant, and how each step shaped where she is now. We end with advice for anyone chasing something bigger, and what it really takes to go after your dreams.
Chapters
0:00 Who is Victoria Villarroel?
0:34 Growing up in Venezuela
9:45 Life in Trinidad and Tobago
20:26 The American High School Experience
27:15 College + Sorority Life
31:38 Interning at Teen Vogue
40:42 Jenner Communications
45:25 Assisting Kylie
49:03 What’s Next for Vic
51:22 Friendship Rapid Fire Questions
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Devon Lee Carlson joins us to talk Wildflower, working with family, and her life behind the scenes.
From discovering her love of fashion at an early age, Devon recounts her first fashion shows and what it’s actually like to be invited to fashion week.
We also talk about navigating breakups in the public eye and seeing reminders of your ex on(and off)line.
0:00 Devon Lee Interview begins
0:58 This or That game
5:26 Who is Devon Lee Carlson
7:15 Collabs + current projects
9:11 Saying yes and when to reset
14:18 Things we’ve learned from our grandma’s
17:00 Carter’s “Birthgay” party
21:08 The start of Wildflower and working with your family
30:33 The evolution of Devon & Sydney
37:25 Falling in love with fashion + Devon’s first show
43:50 Breakups in the public eye
51:57 Stas & Vic’s strengths
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Our launch party - the planning, the glam, the guest list, and what really happens when you throw something in LA.
From early morning extensions to custom drinks, merch details, and curating the perfect room, we’re breaking down how it all came together and who showed up. Who stayed. Who surprised us. And whether there was any drama (obviously).
We’re also talking LA nightlife now vs. 5–10 years ago, clubs vs. house parties, and the kind of vibe that actually makes a night feel iconic.
00:00 Launch party recap begins
03:12 How the planning + guest list came together
06:45 8AM glam emergency (extensions saga)
10:30 Merch, custom drinks & party details
14:55 Who showed up + who stayed late
19:40 Was there drama?
23:15 Partying in LA: then vs. now
29:05 Vic’s infamous “ran into glass” story
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We watched Wuthering Heights… and it emotionally destroyed us.
What started as a casual movie night quickly turned into a spiral about heartbreak, toxic love, and abandonment. Stas and Vic unpack the movie, the red flags we ignore when we’re in love, and why some relationships feel like they ruin you in the best and worst ways.
They talk past relationships, breakup grief, and whether soulmates are real - or just really intense trauma bonds.
00:00 Welcome back + why Wuthering Heights emotionally destroyed us
01:09 Leaving the theater in a full heartbreak spiral
02:12 Why breakups feel like real grief
05:37 Was their relationship actually toxic?
09:30 Why we stay in relationships that hurt us
12:45 Being drawn to emotionally unavailable people
15:10 When love feels obsessive or all-consuming
19:01 Red flags we ignored in past relationships
20:56 Being “toxica” in relationships
24:00 Jealousy, insecurity, and relationship baggage
27:00 Are soulmates real or just trauma bonds?
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It was only a matter of time… Welcome to the new era of Better Half with Stas & Vic.
After six months of plotting, Pinterest spirals, and a full set makeover (yes, the tiger couch… yes, the pink curtain), Victoria is officially your new co-host. Yin & yang. Type A & Type B. Blue eyes & brown eyes. Same brain, different fonts.
In this episode:
00:00 – We’re back… and introducing Vic (properly this time) 07:42 – How we accidentally spend 5 hours a day on FaceTime 15:18 – Rapid fire: Who’s more likely to… 22:55 – Our first core memories of each other 31:40 – Super Bowl chaos & Vic’s unfiltered take on Bad Bunny 40:12 – Social anxiety, relationships & why you should never dim yourselfThis is your safe space. Your group chat. Your big sister energy. We’re so excited you’re here!
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