Weddings! They’re supposed to be the "happiest day of your life"... so why do they inspire so much stress, scrutiny, and existential dread? From the absurd cost to the vague standards of "tradition" to the social politics and not-so-subtly gendered pressure to make every detail deeply personal yet universally beloved, modern weddings are a minefield of overt ... Show More
Apr 29
Overthinking About "Healthy" Relationships
What does a healthy relationship actually look like, and who gets to decide? This week, Amanda is joined by relationship expert Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh (@dr.saranasserzadeh) to overthink "healthy" relationships. Together, they unpack why “healthy” can feel impossible to define, and ... Show More
45m 24s
Apr 15
Overthinking About Insecurity
What if the antidote to insecurity isn’t looking inward, but reaching outward? This week, Amanda is joined by psychiatrist and attachment expert Dr. Amir Levine to overthink insecurity; where it comes from, why it can feel so consuming, and how it shapes the way we love. Together ... Show More
34m 59s
Apr 1
Overthinking About Doing Your Own Research
“Do your own research.” It sounds empowering… so why does it so often lead us straight into confusion, conspiracy, or complete information overload? This week, Amanda is joined by pharmacist and science communicator Dr. Harini Bhat (@tilscience) to overthink what it really means ... Show More
50m 37s
Apr 2025
Aubrey’s Bridal Update! Real Talk on Expectations, Wedding Planning & Preparing for Marriage
<p>The bride is back! Victoria’s best friend of 20 years, Aubrey Gavello, spills the tea on all things wedding planning and what it’s really been like stepping into her bridal era. They dive into the highs and lows of planning a wedding, the traditions Aubrey’s keeping (and skipp ... Show More
46m 3s
Feb 2025
How to Plan a Wedding w/ Remi’s Celebrity Wedding Planner
<p>This week on <em>Pretty Basic</em>, Remi is joined by her wedding planner—and viral Tiktok sensation—Jason Rhee! They dive into the glitz and chaos of wedding planning, from wild industry secrets to the biggest “zilla” moments. Jason spills on his dream wedding, the craziest w ... Show More
1h 12m
May 2025
#120 - It’s Wedding Week! My Reflections and Intentions Before the Big Day
It's officially wedding week! 🎉💍 In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my wedding season — from setting intentions before my bridal shower and bachelorette, to navigating unexpected bumps, practicing presence, and learning how to receive love and support from tho ... Show More
22m 56s
Oct 2025
Why Weddings Have Lost Their Meaning with Stephen Jenkinson
I sit down once again with Stephen Jenkinson to explore his latest work on matrimony, ritual, and the mothering of culture. We talk about how weddings have lost much of their meaning, what it means to return to vows with real weight, and how ritual can nourish not just a couple b ... Show More
1h 9m
Sep 2025
Wedding “Rules” Are Dead, with Jaleigh Friend of The Friend Club
<p>#212. Forget everything you think you know about wedding planning. Jaleigh Friend, founder of The Friend Club and veteran of 1,500+ couple consultations, is here to demolish the outdated rules keeping your wedding from feeling authentic. We’re talking about which traditions yo ... Show More
48m 25s
May 2025
Spend Smarter This Wedding Season: Travel, Tipping, and More, (featuring The Knot)
Learn smart ways to budget for your wedding and how to navigate tipping expectations without overspending. What money lessons did you learn from your mom? How can you budget for a wedding without overspending — especially when your family is helping with costs? Sean and Elizabeth ... Show More
36m 10s
Jul 2025
Wedding Season Is Triggering—Listen To This If You're Comparing Your Timeline To Others
#199: Feeling behind? You're not alone. In this honest solo episode, Josie dives deep into the anxiety that hits when your feed is full of engagements, wedding invites flood your inbox, and you’re wondering if you’re somehow “late” to your own life. Whether you’re 22 and single o ... Show More
22m 19s
Mar 2025
Heath and Mariah’s Wedding Regrets!
<p>On this episode of <em>Pretty Basic</em>, we’re joined by the newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Hussar—Heath and Mariah! They’re fresh off their wedding day and spilling all the details, from picking the most important parts of planning to skipping a wedding planner and letting family h ... Show More
1h 34m