Basically Besties

It's Time to Talk About Dating... 02.06.2026 46min

This week, we're diving into all things dating, relationships, and crushes. From our most embarrassing moments in front of people we liked to the biggest red flags and icks we'd never ignore, nothing is off limits. We talk about what makes a healthy relationship last, why communication matters, and whether finding "the one" is better than playing the dating game. We also share our thoughts on modern dating, why talking stages are so confusing, our dream first dates, and answer some rapid-fire relationship questions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mean Girls 28.05.2026 7min

In this mini episode, Kat and Deja discuss mean girls and how to handle the heat.... Bestie, put them in the Burn Book. Listen in to hear how Kat and Deja would handle this situation and give their bestie advice! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bestie or Blocked? 26.05.2026 47min

This week’s episode gets real. From awkward “side eye” moments in public to childhood bullying, fake friendships, and online hate, we’re talking about the judgment people project onto others — and how we’ve learned to protect our peace instead of feeding into the drama. Sometimes the best response is standing up for yourself… and sometimes it’s just hitting block. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trust Your Gut, Girl 21.05.2026 10min

On this week's mini episode, one of our listeners' third eye chakra is off... The girls give advice on traveling to different places with your besties, trusting your gut, and making the most of girls trips. Listen in to find out what the girls think you should do when your friends have an unsafe travel plan! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Catching Feels? No, Besties… Catching Flights! 19.05.2026 42min

This week, the girls kick things off with endless rain ruining swim plans, to painful neck injuries, to finding out people have been talking behind their backs. The conversation quickly turns into all things travel as they unpack their very different vacation personalities, upcoming trips across Europe and Japan, and the chaos that comes with nonstop flights and family holidays.They share hilarious stories about overpacking, detailed itineraries, shopping habits, and the emotional attachment to archived fashion, while also getting real about travel safety, backpacker horror stories, and the lessons they’ve learned from traveling overseas. It’s part travel diary, part therapy session, and fully the kind of chaotic bestie conversation you’d expect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Accidents Happen! 14.05.2026 6min

In this week's mini episode, we discuss first time drivers behind the wheel. With Deja practicing driving to get her license, the Besties have the green light to give their honest advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What’s Next for Us… 12.05.2026 43min

This week on Basically Besties, the girls get into everything from travel chaos (including a missed connecting flight) to navigating unexpected internet backlash after posting something a little too relatable. On the business side, they break down what’s next for Sunny De, including an upcoming warehouse sale and why they’ve shifted to a more balanced launch schedule. They open up about building their skincare and deodorant products with sensitive skin in mind, and what it really looks like to juggle school, social media, and running a brand. The conversation turns personal as they talk future goals—whether that’s exploring music, dreaming about motherhood and a more private life, or imagining completely different career paths outside of influencing. They wrap things up with a candid chat about ambition, financial independence, and the women who inspire them to think bigger as they step into their next era.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Family is Forever Changed ft. The Steedman Family 05.05.2026 57min

This week on Basically Besties, we’re joined by the Steman family and get into the different roles everyone plays in the family—who you go to for advice, who brings the humor, and how a mom becomes the emotional backbone not just for her kids, but for everyone in their orbit. But the conversation takes a serious turn when they share a life-altering family accident that changed everything. What started as a normal day ended in a terrifying hospital stay, forcing them to confront how fragile life really is. The experience reshaped their perspective, brought them closer than ever, and even reconnected them with family they hadn’t spoken to in years. This episode is a reminder to hold your people close, let go of the small stuff, and never take a single moment for granted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fighting The Coachella FOMO 30.04.2026 4min

On this week's mini episode, we opened your DM about missing Coachella 2026. Feeling left out is the WORST, but Kat and her cousins tell you guys how to fight the FOMO and ways to remind yourself that you're that girl even if you didn't make it to the desert this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Chaotic Coachella 40th Birthday Takeover! 28.04.2026 35min

This week on Basically Besties, the girls are recapping their Coachella trip! Kat’s cousins, Netty and Lyn, break down why they chose Coachella as their 40th birthday celebration and their honest thoughts on Justin Bieber’s headlining set. From sleepless nights and hours-long traffic just to get into the festival, to Camp Poosh, Revolve Fest, gifting suites, and the wild moment when North West recognized their kids from social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You're Busted: What Keeping Secrets from Mom Really Means 23.04.2026 11min

This week's mini episode dives deep into the emotional psyche of kids keeping secrets from their parents. Polina Marian offers insight on why kids do it and how we can help our children feel safe to tell us anything! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lessons in Love, Motherhood & Moving On ft. Polina Marian 21.04.2026 48min

This week on Basically Besties, Polina (aka @lifewithfivekids) opens up about her journey through early marriage, motherhood of five, and the pivotal experiences that reshaped her life—including a transformative trip to Nepal that led her to reevaluate everything she knew about relationships and ultimately choose divorce. She shares raw insights on emotional intelligence, communication, and what it really takes to build healthy relationships—plus her perspective on dating as a single mom and why she’s embracing a more playful, aligned approach to love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boy, You're Sus... 16.04.2026 6min

This week's mini episode goes out to the besties with boyfriend drama... Avani is deep in your DMs and gives her best advice (and red flags). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fame & Finding Yourself Again ft Avani Gregg 14.04.2026 59min

This week on Basically Besties, special guest Avani Gregg sits down with the besties for one of the most honest and vulnerable conversations yet. Avani takes us back to the beginning, but it hasn’t all been highlight reels. She shares what it was really like being TikTok famous at such a young age and quietly battling public scrutiny as her career skyrocketed.Now, she’s stepping into a new era—actress, fashion designer, and finding love in an unexpected way... Avani gives Deja real bestie advice: learn when to tune out the noise. This episode is all about defining success on your own terms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That's A No-No 09.04.2026 4min

On this week's mini episode, Jonathan sits down with Kat and Deja to answer your confessions from the DMs. Listen in to hear his take on a hot topic... splitting the bill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Setting Standards & Surviving the Drama 07.04.2026 46min

This week, Jonathan gets into what it really means to be a girl dad. From the moment of finding out you’re raising daughters to navigating the rollercoaster of the teenage years, this conversation is equal parts honest and heartfelt. Jonathan talks about the importance of communication, trust, and staying connected—even when it’s uncomfortable. And of course—we go there. Dating, boys, standards, and the role parents play in shaping what their daughters accept (and don’t accept) in relationships. Nothing is off limits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Twinning: Is It The Vibe? 02.04.2026 3min

In this week's mini episode, Jackson and Brooks give the besties advise on style. Is copying a bestie's style flattering or too much? Listen to find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Twin Telepathy to TikTok Fame ft. Jackson & Brooks 01.04.2026 41min

This week we’re joined by viral twin brothers, Jackson and Brooks Harvey. From their “telepathic” twin bond, wild childhood stories (including taking the fall for each other) to arguments sometimes turn into full-on wrestling matches, it’s all part of how siblings communicate and stay close. The boys talk about how posting casually brought them full-blown social media careers—and how that shift has turned their sibling relationship into a business partnership. It's safe to say that Jackson and Brookes are besties for life! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Strict Parents or Built-In Besties? 04.03.2026 5min

In this week's mini episode, our listener asks about living with super strict parents...Yikes. Kat and Deja give their best advice as a mom-daughter duo who are also built-in besties! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Relationship Unfiltered 03.03.2026 37min

This week Kat and Deja get real about sneaking out, late-night Ubers, spending habits, and the growing pains of being a teenage daughter with a bestie and mom wrapped up in one. They open up about how filming hair videos strengthened their relationship, why being an “open book” builds trust, and the lessons they’ve learned about dating, confidence, and communication. From embracing natural curls to calling out red flags, it’s a candid conversation about motherhood, independence, and why they’ll always be best friends — even when they don’t agree. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.