On this week’s episode of Pretty Basic, Remi is joined by her fiancé, Cal, for a hilarious dive into the male psyche. They’re spilling guy secrets you’ve always wondered about but never dared to ask—like what really gives them the ick, why they secretly love taking orders, and whether they actually think about nothing (spoiler: maybe).From breadcrumbing and ... Show More
Nov 12
Alisha’s Mom’s Story — Adoption, Addiction & Panic Attacks
<p>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. </p><p>This week’s guest is a Pretty Basic legend in her own right — Alisha’s mom, Chris! </p ... Show More
1h 43m
Oct 2024
Simple Ways to Feel Sexier Today, with Raeann Langas & Kristina Zias
<p>#167. The girls from The Confident Collective are on Note to Self to discuss feeling SEXY. Feeling sexy in your own skin can be complicated for many of us (I know it has been a journey for me, thus far), we’re talking about a few things that make us feel sexy pretty much immed ... Show More
1h 12m
Sep 2024
Why Chase Men Like They’re The Prize? - On Cheating, Being a 'Pick Me' & Dating Lessons ft. Lisa Gilmore
EP97: When it comes to dating, we’ve seen it all—and now we’re ready to spill. In this episode, Lisa and I are unpacking the wild lessons we’ve learned from our dating adventures. We’re diving into the non-negotiables we swear by, the red flags we’ll never ignore again, and why t ... Show More
47m 37s
Feb 2025
ASK P: Learning to Live for Yourself, Remedies to Feeling Stuck, & Seeking Closure After a Breakup
<p>#186. In this month’s installment of ASK P, a segment where I do my best to answer listener Qs, we’re discussing relationships, independence, mental health & breakup aftermath. </p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW PAYTON:</p><p><a href="https://instagram.com/paytonsartain" rel="n ... Show More
53m 59s
Nov 2024
How to Be a Confident Queen
<p>Answering listener questions about confidence when it comes to work, relationships, friendships, and dating. Plus, navigating the ending of an adult friendship.</p><p><br></p><p>A word from my sponsors:</p><ul><li>ServPro - Visit <a href="http://SERVPRO.com" rel="noopener nore ... Show More
43m 26s
Feb 2025
Oversharing About Wedding Planning, Mental Breakdowns, Keeping the Spark Alive, & More
<p>#185. In a rare turn of events, we are doing a Q&A episode today. You’re being nosey, I’m (happily) oversharing about all things wedding, relationships, mental health, & more. This episode is meant to make you feel a little better about yourself as I share how not-toge ... Show More
50m 55s
Apr 2024
Workplace Affairs, Copycat Friends, & Dating Athletes (ASK P)
<p>#142. In today’s installment of ASK P, we’re fielding questions about workplace affairs, being a long-distance daughter, dating athletes and dealing with a life copycatter. </p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW PAYTON:</p><p><a href="https://instagram.com/paytonsartain" rel="noopener ... Show More
37m 8s
Jul 2024
Solving Listener Dating Scenarios — Part 2
<p>We're back with more listener scenarios and ladies... I can't believe some of the things you are going through! Let's break down guys making excuses for us not to meet their friends, staging coincidental "run-ins", living with someone before marriage, what you have to do to ba ... Show More
47m 52s