The Pre-Game with Kayla Nicole

BET Media House 2026: Chloe Bailey, Vic Mensa, Muni Long & More 03.07.2026 1ч 25мин

Are you ready for an extra special episode of The Pre-Game? We are fresh off the 2026 BET Awards and we had a time at BET Media House. 15 interviews with your favorite artists, influencers, and culture-makers on Black excellence, rhinestones off the runway, hot takes on reality TV, and some iconic BET Awards moments. #BETAwards #BETMediaHouse Follow The Pre-Game Guests: Kym Whitley Vic Mensa Chloe Bailey Lucky Daye Muni Long Bino FLO Reginae Carter Ari Fletcher Jason Lee Ken the Man Queen Naija La Biggie Jacquees Deante Kyle Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Special Father-Daughter Pod with My Dad 27.06.2026 50мин

The influence! The artistry! He is the moment. This week on The Pre-Game, it's family first for a special Father's Day episode of the podcast. Roosevelt Brown (Kayla's dad and day one) joins the show to share simple pleasures in fatherhood and stories from Kayla's upbringing. Mexican pizza, anyone? Then, the two share a heartfelt moment remembering Kayla's grandmother and her enduring legacy. It's a beautiful conversation and we're all better for it. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeremiah Brown on Romance Novels, R&B's Finest & Life After Love Island USA 20.06.2026 52мин

Read 'em and weep! Love Island alum and America's finest bookworm Jeremiah Brown joins The Pre-Game to talk self-mastery, steamy fantasy novels and navigating overnight fame. Then, Jeremiah shares behind-the-scenes tea on Love Island USA (no sleep, sober challenges, and dissociation when necessary). Plus, spelling bees and sports rivalries! Can you spell SPURS? Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Beat with with Melinda Melrose! Beauty Tips, Bad Kissers & Transition Blush Bandits 12.06.2026 56мин

Get into all this beauty! This week on The Pre-Game, magnetic model and beauty guru Melinda Melrose struts onto the set to give a masterclass in authenticity, glamour and brand diversity. Then, hot takes on the latest high drama in the beauty community: Patrick Ta's claim and commercialization of transition blushes. We see you, @paintedbyester! Plus, Melinda divulges the worst kiss she's ever experienced. Muah? Nah. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reality TV Romance & Datings Debriefs with Rachel Recchia 29.05.2026 40мин

Did you know it takes 13 first dates to find the one? Reality TV veteran and Bachelor star Rachel Recchia does and she's joining The Pre-Game to spill the details on what it takes to find love on her new podcast The Dating Debrief. Then, we break down why Rachel is banned from Hinge, why you should never ghost someone, and why the smartest people watch reality television. Plus, why do men have podcasts? We're still trying to decode that one. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Malik Bazille on Modern Dating, Boxing Beef & Kayla's Raya Profile 22.05.2026 56мин

This week on The Pre-Game, all's fair in love and boxing! Kayla sits down with comedian and actor Malik Bazille to talk dating culture and the chaos he’s witnessed from the front row of modern romance on his digital dating show. We're breaking down thirst traps, location sharing, and Kayla’s Raya profile. She's an astronaut! Plus, we share a few fight stories: a backstage boxing scuffle between Alycia Baumgardner & Claressa Shields and the time Kayla broke an Olympic athlete's ribs. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life Coach Dr. Cheyenne Bryant on New Book, Abandonment & Accountability in Relationships 16.05.2026 1ч 8мин

This week on The Pre-Game, Dr. Cheyenne Bryant joins the show for a conversation on her new book Live Your Promise: Escape Your Wilderness, Heal Your Pain, So You Can Manifest the Life You Want with some life coaching thrown in the mix. She's breaking down codependence, compatibility, and cheating in relationships. Plus, Bryant gets personal sharing her experiences with abandonment and rebuilding parental relationships through radical forgiveness. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Disclaimer: This episode was filmed prior to recent public conversations surrounding Dr. Cheyenne Bryant. During the conversation, Dr. Bryant describes herself as a “life coach and psychology expert.” This episode is intended for conversational and entertainment purposes only. We appreciate open dialogue on The Pre-Game and always encourage our audience to seek guidance from licensed professionals for mental health support and care when needed. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Mother's Day Heart-to-Heart with My Mom 08.05.2026 58мин

This week, it's family matters for a very special Mother's Day episode of The Pre-Game! Robin Curry (mother to four beautiful daughters) joins her eldest baby girl to share lessons on unconditional love and how you should text your parents more often. We're talking helicopter parenting, hand-me-downs and rating Kayla's life from her teen years to dating history. Then, we get in the mix with conversations on having kids later, Love on the Spectrum and Robin's work with special needs students. Plus, Robin defends her affinity for Apple Watches, once and for all, and answers the hard-hitting question: Who is your favorite daughter? Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jess Hilarious on Co-Parenting, Comedy & Nightmare Baby Daddies 01.05.2026 54мин

Coming to The Pre-Game stage! Jess Hilarious (comedian, actress, and co-host of The Breakfast Club) joins the show to talk her new book 'Til Death Do We Parent. She shares the breakthroughs that led to her blended family, co-parenting dos and don'ts and necessary boundaries. Then, we get in the mix: Age-gap relationships, The Breakfast Club's move to Netflix, and the topics that are off-limits in comedy. Plus, Jess builds the Mount Rushmore of bad baby daddies. We have beef with you, Bradley Cooper! 'Til Death Do We Parent on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Simon & Schuster and Spotify Audiobooks Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coachella Magic with Angel Merino & Heather Sanders (Busted Bodysuits & Breakdowns) 24.04.2026 47мин

STORYTIME! This week on The Pre-Game, Kayla is joined by friends Angel "Mac Daddy" Merino & Heather Sanders for a tequila-fueled recap of their Coachella weekend. The trio are talking the good (fashion trends and backstage benefits), the bad (busted bodysuits and breakdowns), and everything in between (Kayla's disappearing act). Then, we breakdown the best and worst artists to take the desert stage. Plus, a comprehensive guide to a successful Coachella: content etiquette, drinks done right, and how to find your way back to your friends, even with bad cell service. Light ice and hold the lettuce! Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love, Lasers & Lexapro with Brandon Kyle Goodman 17.04.2026 57мин

We love mess! Brandon Kyle Goodman—writer, mental health and sexual wellness advocate, and host of the unfiltered podcast Tell Me Something Messy—joins the Pre-Game for a shameless conversation on relationships, self-work, and p*rnography on Substack. Read'em and weep! Then, we're in the mix: Spring breakups, non-monogamy, and the pros of Lexapro despite cultural stigma. Plus, Brandon teaches us how to build self-trust in four 'easy' steps. Trust us, you don't want to miss this one! Listen to Tell Me Something Messy with Brandon Kyle Goodman on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Follow Brandon's Substack: Messy Mondays. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jackie Aina on Changing the Standard of Beauty, Concealer Brows & Beauty in Black 10.04.2026 1ч 3мин

This week on The Pre-Game, we go beyond the surface with OG beauty veteran Jackie Aina Asamoah. Jackie joins the show to talk about laying the foundation for makeup artistry online, her luxury home and fragrance brand FORVR MOOD and how influencers are here to stay (whether we like it or not). We stir things up a bit for In The Mix: Thievery by AI influencers, Cardi B's Grow-Good Beauty and a breakdown on the latest Summer House drama that shook the culture. Team Ciara! Plus, what makeup trend does Jackie Aina hope never comes back? Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beauty, Brains & BODY with Confidence Queen Achieng Agutu 03.04.2026 53мин

Strike a POSE! This week on The Pre-Game, confidence curator and Sports Illustrated supermodel Achieng Agutu joins the show for a laugh-out-loud conversation on self-worth, Scorpio sisterhood and how to serve it to the camera. From Kenya to college (multiple degrees) to the catwalk, Achieng bares it all! She sharing her personal hair journey and how it feels to be under 30 and thriving! Plus, how does Rihanna smell so damn good? Achieng muses on the one-and-only RiRi's signature scent. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bozoma Saint John on Building Brands, Beverly Hills & How to Be Your Boldest Self 27.03.2026 56мин

Let's get down to business! Bozoma Saint John is an author, entrepreneurial powerhouse, and an all-around badass. This week on The Pre-Game, Boz breaks down everything, from how to build a career based on authenticity to life beyond corporate titles. We're talking motherhood, fertility, friendship, learning to love after loss, and the key to a FLAWLESS wig. Plus, behind-the-scenes tea on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and the show's upcoming reunion. Diamonds are forever and this episode is timeless! Wigs For Bigwigs, Bundles For Bosses, Haircare For Her. Eve by Boz. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cari Champion Wants YOU to Watch Women's Sports 20.03.2026 53мин

This week on The Pre-Game, decorated sports journalist Cari Champion with coverage you can count on! From Magic City Night at the Atlanta Hawks to the deal or no deal of the WNBA's collective bargaining agreement (they've since reached a deal), Cari's schooling us on the latest on and off the court. We get into Cari's longstanding career, the importance of female friendships, and why you should be watching women's sports. Plus, Cari defends her hottest take: Ketchup on tacos. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LIVE! On Stage with Toni Braxton. 13.03.2026 29мин

"Who do you think I am?" AUDACIOUS. Come with me behind-the-scenes to center stage at the Kia Forum with the legend and icon herself, Toni Braxton. Extended choreography, full wardrobe, and one pair of four-inch heels. Then, you asked and I answered your questions on friendship drama and dating app dilemmas. Plus, how in the hell do you help a man with his personal hygiene? Practical advice by ME! Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Be a (Reformed) Heartbreaker with Harry Jowsey 06.03.2026 41мин

Everybody say LOVE! This week, Australia's finest reality TV titan Harry Jowsey joins The Pre-Game to talk healing, heartbreak, and spit takes. Harry breaks the fourth wall to spill some behind-the-scenes tea on his new Netflix dating show, Let's Marry Harry, and his upcoming cameo on The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Then, Harry chronicles his journey to self-love. All roads lead through ayahuasca (and therapy)! Plus, what's the real cost of reality television? It's more than you think. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Next Best Man in R&B: JayDon 23.01.2026 44мин

This week on The Pre-Game, we're putting you on to the multitalented JayDon. He's a triple threat and a rising star in R&B, certified fresh by legends like Chris Brown and Usher. We break down his new album, 'Me My Songs & I, and discuss the transition from childhood star to adult artist. Plus, JayDon shares insights into his personal life, musical inspirations, and future plans, including his upcoming tour. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Need workout essentials or more fitness advice? Visit tribetherepe.com. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wellness Q&A: Nutrition, Haircare & All Things Fitness 17.01.2026 57мин

This week on The Pre-Game, you asked and we answered all of your burning questions on fitness, nutrition and wellness. We're working out the practical tips for structuring your exercise routine, while prioritizing your mental health and self-love. The body is tea when the mind is right! Plus, balancing fitness with a busy schedule and how to love your hip dips. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Need workout essentials or more fitness advice? Visit tribetherepe.com. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Year, Better Me 09.01.2026 42мин

Happy New Year and welcome back to The Pre-Game! We're kicking off the year and catching you up on a few holiday escapades, from family trips in Big Bear to New Year's shenanigans in Miami. Then, we're tackling 2026 trends. What's in? What's out? Kiss those Apple Watches goodbye, babe! Plus, wellness tips that will have you holding off on that morning cup of coffee and setting attainable goals for lasting change. A new year for the best us! Don't miss out on the laughter, honesty, and inspiration in this first episode of the year! Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices