Not So Little with Kendall Vertes

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• The One Where Melissa Tells All 11.06.2026 31min

  Melissa Gisoni is finally sitting down with Kendall for a long overdue conversation about life before, during, and after Dance Moms. Melissa opens up about signing a contract their own lawyer told them not to sign, what the show got wrong, and the one regret she still carries. Plus, Kendall takes Nashville by storm: presenting at the Grand Ole Opry and hitting CMT Fest with her sister.
• The One Where I Walk Miami Swim Week 04.06.2026 33min

  Kendall heads to Miami for her first-ever runway show hosting gig, and brings you along for every nerve-wracking second. From casting with 40 actual models to a surprise hosting gig at the White Fox show, this week pushed her way outside her comfort zone in the best way. Plus, her mom and sister fly in just in time to watch her walk the Luli Fama runway at Miami Swim Week.
• The One With Kait Maniscalco's Throwback Episode 28.05.2026 31min

  We're re-airing one of our favorite episodes this week! Kendall sits down with Kait Maniscalco, sports content creator and founder of Baseball for Baddies, a page dedicated to making baseball accessible for the girlies, the casuals, and the new fans. Kait breaks down how a single question at a Yankees game sparked her whole career, and she shares what it was really like to broadcast live at the World Series.
• The One with Genie Bouchard Off the Court 21.05.2026 45min

  Kendall sits down with former tennis star turned pickleball player Genie Bouchard for a conversation that goes way deeper than sports. Genie opens up about deciding tennis was her calling at nine years old, moving to the US alone at 12 to train, and turning pro at 15. Kendall and Genie bond over what it's actually like to grow up in the spotlight. They get into identity, what it means to walk away from the only thing you've ever known, and what's waiting on the other side.
• The One Where I’m Figuring It Out 14.05.2026 38min

  Kendall opens up about the emotional reality of leaving Pittsburgh and moving to Arizona. She shares why this transition has been harder than she expected, how living back at home changed her relationship with her parents, and the anxiety that comes with starting over at 23. From packing up her childhood bedroom to questioning whether she made the right decision, this episode feels like a real and honest conversation about growing up, burnout, independence, and figuring life out as you go.
• The One with the NFL Draft & Grace O’Malley 07.05.2026 43min

  Kendall hits the NFL Draft red carpet in Pittsburgh for a major “pinch me” moment, taking you behind the scenes from glam to game time. Then comedian and podcaster Grace O’Malley joins Kendall for a hilarious and wide-ranging conversation. They take a trip down memory lane, from meeting on spring break to Grace throwing the first pitch at a Red Sox game. Grace shares how she actually writes down her shower thoughts, the surprising rules she has for ads, and opens up about family dynamics, mental health, and the moments that shaped her sense of humor.
• The One Where Chloe Lukasiak Returns to Dance 30.04.2026 42min

  Kendall Vertes welcomes fellow Dance Moms alum Chloe Lukasiak for a heartfelt trip down memory lane. After months of fan requests, the two Pittsburgh natives finally sit down to discuss their shared childhood, which was spent working long hours under a notoriously "mean" dance teacher. They dive deep into how that high-pressure upbringing shaped their work ethics and why, despite the trauma, they wouldn't change a thing.
• The One with NYC Queen Halley Kate 23.04.2026 48min

  Kendall heads back to college for a nostalgic weekend at JMU and also sits down with influencer Halley Kate. From a chaotic bar night with her roommates to reflecting on how much life has changed since graduation, Kendall gets real about growing up, moving on, and stepping into a new chapter.
• The One With Baseball & Best Friends 16.04.2026 43min

  Happy Opening Day to the Pittsburgh Pirates! Kendall takes you along for the chaos, from last-minute outfit hunting in her dad’s closet to a sold-out game. The vibes are high, the weather is questionable, and the baseball boys are… noted. Then she sits down with her childhood best friend Laney for a full-circle catch-up.
• The One Where I Become Aunt Kitty 09.04.2026 38min

  Kendall heads to Georgia to meet her newborn nephew for the first time. From the emotional moment she holds him to realizing just how much love she didn’t know was possible, she opens up about stepping into her “Aunt Kitty” era and watching her sister become a total supermom in real time. She also shares the wild (and slightly chaotic) story of how she accidentally helped kickstart labor, reflects on what surprised her most about newborn life, and gives a life update of her own—signing a lease and preparing for a big move to Arizona!
• The One Where Christi Lukasiak Spills Dance Moms Tea 02.04.2026 49min

  Kendall brings Christi Lukasiak, best known as Chloe’s mom from Dance Moms, to Not So Little for a hilarious and surprisingly revealing trip down memory lane. Christi shares how she was actually involved in helping shape the show from the very beginning, opens up about what was real versus producer-driven, and tells behind-the-scenes stories that fans definitely haven’t heard before.
• The One With Our First Male Guest: Austin Sprinz 26.03.2026 40min

  Kendall Vertes sits down with Austin Sprinz to discuss viral content strategy, dropping out of college to pursue social media, and how to stay consistent on TikTok and Instagram.
• The One Where Madison Appel Talk Tennis At Indian Wells 19.03.2026 37min

  Kendall heads back to Arizona for a sweaty pickleball showdown with her sister Charlotte, who was a serious tennis player growing up. Then Kendall sits down with tennis player and content creator Madison Appel in Palm Springs for her very first ever podcast interview.
• The One with Paige Hyland After Brooke Hyland’s Wedding 12.03.2026 52min

  Kendall heads to Florida for Brooke Hyland’s wedding and then reunites with Paige Hyland for a nostalgic, surprisingly emotional catch-up that Dance Moms fans will love. She brings us along for the full wedding weekend, from packing chaos and travel moments to sweet reunions with the girls she grew up with. Kendall also opens up about why those bonds have lasted, and how it feels to watch her childhood best friends step into a whole new chapter.
• The One With Gracie Kramer & Waste Management 05.03.2026 40min

  Kendall sits down with gymnast and creator Gracie Kramer to talk about losing her senior season to COVID, the identity crisis that followed, and how she rebuilt her life through content, coaching, and saying yes to scary opportunities… including a wild Martha Stewart stunt job that literally changed everything.
• The One With the Alo Gym & Towel Time 26.02.2026 25min

  Kendall gets stranded in LA after missing her flight and decides to turn the chaos into a reset with a humbling Alo Gym class, complete with leg shakes and a surprise haul from her instructor. After the workout, she sits down for “towel time” and opens up about nonstop travel, homesickness, anxiety before big days, and feeling ready to leave Pittsburgh for a new city.
• The One Where Kendall Walks and Brett Chody Runs 19.02.2026 53min

  Brett Chody joins Kendall for a fun conversation about building a platform, working for her family’s business, and falling back in love with running. She opens up about stepping away from collegiate running at USC, training for the upcoming Tokyo Marathon, and how Bites Run Club went from a spontaneous Instagram story to 1,500 girls showing up.
• The One With the Girl Who Races Cars: Toni Breidinger 12.02.2026 29min

  Kendall sits down with NASCAR driver Toni Breidinger for an inside look at what it’s really like being a woman in a male-dominated sport. They get into how Toni trains, dream sponsorships with brands like Victoria’s Secret and Coach, and what “dumping” means in racing (spoiler: it’s way more violent than getting ghosted). Plus, Kendall checks a lifelong dream off her list with her first-ever horseback ride in Arizona.
• The One With Teala Dunn in LA 05.02.2026 37min

  Kendall is back in California and sits down with Teala Dunn for a long-overdue catch-up. They talk growing up online, booking iconic roles as kids, and why 2016 energy deserves a full comeback.
• The One With Katie Feeney & Football 29.01.2026 35min

  Kendall starts the episode in Pittsburgh with a last-minute scramble from nap to playoff night, squeezing into her Steelers jacket and heading out for dinner before deciding the couch is the best place to watch the game. Then she sits down with sports creator and ESPN social correspondent Katie Feeney to talk career, travel, and finding your place in a male-dominated space.