This week, the Lautners teamed up with Abercrombie to bring you a special episode straight from the Super Bowl in New Orleans! Tay and Taylor kick things off by bringing back Tea Time with Tay , answering your burning questions—like how they stay motivated, who’s the planner in their relationship, their latest franchise binge ( Lord of the Rings ), and tips for making long-distance work. Then, they welcome back a surprise guest: Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson! Coming off a season-e...
Feb 19, 2025•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we’re joined by none other than Jay Shetty - one of the biggest names in wellness and podcasting. Everyone may know who he is, but this week we are diving into his origin story, uncovering the moments that shaped him into the thought leader he is today. Jay takes us through his incredible journey, from what first sparked his interest in monkhood to how his family reacted when he made the life-altering decision to pursue it. He opens up about the challenges of transitioning back to pub...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, Emmy-winning ESPN sports reporter Malika Andrews opens up about her deeply personal journey with mental health - one that led her to spend over three years away from her family in search of healing. She shares how anxiety, depression, and disordered eating shaped her early years, the first warning signs that something wasn’t right, and what ultimately led her to therapy. Malika reflects on her time at a wilderness camp and an all-girls boarding school, the impact of missi...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Tay and Taylor are back with a long-awaited solo episode! The Lautners kick things off with fun Citrus Got Real questions before diving into life updates, including the recent Los Angeles fires and how 100% of donations to The Lemons Foundation will directly support those impacted. Tay reflects on her 30-day alcohol-free challenge and the lessons she learned from the experience, shares some insight into her recent fertility check-in with her OB-GYN, and talks about their commitment to...
Jan 29, 2025•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, we’re joined by best-selling author and podcast host Mel Robbins to dive deep into her transformative "Let Them" theory, the subject of her latest book, which is out now! Mel shares how this simple yet powerful mindset, inspired by a moment at her son’s prom, has reshaped her life and relationships. We explore how focusing on what you can control—your thoughts, actions, and emotional processing—can bring clarity and peace. Mel breaks down how the theory helps you recogniz...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ready to take a fresh path to self-discovery? Every Monday, Jemma brings you a new mantra, breaking it down to show you how you can apply it to your own life. Whether you’re facing a major transition or looking to evolve your everyday routine, Mantra is the podcast for you. Join Jemma every week for reflections, practical tips, and personal insights that’ll inspire you to live with intention and unlock your true potential. Follow Mantra with Jemma Sbeg wherever you get your podcasts. See Privacy...
Jan 20, 2025•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, the Lautners are joined by actress Anna Cathcart! For the first time, Anna opens up about her personal journey with anxiety—from childhood struggles with separation anxiety and a phobia of throwing up to the tools and therapy that continue to help her today. She also shares what it’s been like balancing college life alongside her acting career, how her professors and classmates have responded, and how she’s learned to let happiness and anxiety coexist. Anna reflects on th...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep 53•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to Season 3!! This week, the Lautners are joined by former Bachelor and DWTS Mirrorball champion Joey Graziadei! Joey kicks things off by sharing stories from his childhood, his time living in Nashville, and his love for playing and teaching tennis. He reflects on the emotional rollercoaster of being The Bachelor , from the challenges of sending women home to the pressure of carrying the show, and the nerves of being in the spotlight. Joey also opens up about his Dancing With the Stars e...
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep 52•Transcript available on Metacast Happy holidays, Lemon Drops! This week, the Lautners are bringing you a festive-themed episode featuring Dancing With the Stars pros Rylee Arnold and Ezra Sosa! They kick things off by sharing their holiday plans and reflecting on the evolution of their friendship, from when they first met to how they became so close. The conversation shifts to all things Dancing With the Stars , with Rylee opening up about what this season meant to her—dancing with Olympic medalist Stephen Nedoroscik, making it...
Dec 25, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep 51•Transcript available on Metacast This week, the Lautners took The Squeeze to Detroit, Michigan for an exclusive sit-down interview with Aidan Hutchinson, former Michigan Wolverine and current Detroit Lion, widely regarded as one of the NFL’s best defensive players. Aidan opens up about the moment his record-setting season abruptly ended with a devastating leg injury, breaking both his tibia and fibula. He shares the raw emotions of being carted off the field, the challenges of acceptance and recovery, and what his coach Dan Cam...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep 50•Transcript available on Metacast The Lautners welcome back YouTube star Laura Lee for part two of her exclusive episode! If you missed part one, Laura opened up for the first time about growing up with an alcoholic father, navigating life in severe poverty, and how those early challenges fueled her drive to create a better life. In this week’s part two, Laura Lee reflects on her rise to YouTube fame and the challenges of navigating a public controversy that turned the internet against her. She opens up about the deeply personal...
Dec 11, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep 49•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, the Lautners are joined by YouTube star Laura Lee for an honest conversation about her journey from a chaotic childhood to building an online empire. Laura opens up about growing up with an alcoholic father, her family’s struggles, and how her sister’s teenage pregnancy led her, her mom, and her sister to leave her dad—only to face severe poverty. She shares how those early challenges fueled her drive to create a better life, from posting her first YouTube videos to movin...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep 52•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Tay returns for another girl-talk episode, this time featuring Kelsey Anderson! Kelsey opens up about her upbringing and shares her journey of losing her mom to breast cancer, including the tools that have helped her navigate grief and how her mom’s passing reshaped her perspective on life. She delves into the challenges of transitioning from The Bachelor to life in the public eye, revealing how she and fiancé Joey Graziadei support each other through all of the ups and downs. Kelsey ...
Nov 27, 2024•58 min•Ep 51•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, the Lautners sit down with gymnast and two-time Olympic medalist Stephen Nedoroscik! Stephen starts off by sharing how he discovered gymnastics as a child and when he realized his potential for a career specializing in the pommel horse. He opens up about maintaining a balance between the intense demands of training and his personal life, as well as the mindset that keeps him focused right before competition. Stephen also discusses living with his eye conditions and how th...
Nov 20, 2024•50 min•Ep 50•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, actress and singer Meg Donnelly shares her journey of navigating mental health from a young age. Meg opens up about experiencing anxiety and intrusive thoughts at just eight years old, shedding light on the triggers and how it manifested in her life as a child. She goes on to share how her anxiety has evolved as she’s gotten older, impacting both her career and daily life. Meg talks about the balance she’s found with social media, along with the tools and resources that h...
Nov 13, 2024•59 min•Ep 45•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, the Lautners welcome actress and singer Chandler Kinney! Chandler shares her journey into the world of acting, opening up about her experience with imposter syndrome while singing on Disney Channel’s Zombies and what it was like filming the intense series Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin. She discusses her relationship with social media, the boundaries she sets to protect her mental health, and the importance of maintaining a work-life balance. Chandler also gives us an ...
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep 44•Transcript available on Metacast TW: Suicidal Ideation, Suicide, and Gun Violence In this week’s powerful episode, suicide survivor, mental health advocate, and former professional baseball player Drew Robinson shares his deeply personal journey through mental health struggles. Drew opens up about his childhood and reflects on his love and passion for baseball, candidly addressing how both his upbringing and the pressures of his career contributed to his mental health challenges, including warning signs he didn’t recognize at t...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep 43•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Tay returns for another girl-talk episode with the dynamic duo behind the SHE MD Podcast! World-renowned OBGYN Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and women’s health advocate Mary Alice Haney share the story of how they met and what inspired their passion for creating a podcast focused on women’s health. We dive deep into polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), discussing what it is, how it’s diagnosed, and its root causes. The conversation also covers PCOS diets, their new business Ovii and its innovative ...
Oct 23, 2024•56 min•Ep 42•Transcript available on Metacast This week, The Lautners are joined by social media sensation Jake Shane, better known as octopusslover8! Jake kicks things off by sharing the story behind his famous username and how his witty abbreviations (or nyming) helped skyrocket him to social media fame. He opens up about his experience growing up with undiagnosed OCD, discussing the symptoms he faced and when he finally sought help. Jake walks us through his journey with exposure therapy and how his OCD has evolved as he’s grown older, a...
Oct 16, 2024•51 min•Ep 41•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, the Lautners sit down with country music singer-songwriter Carly Pearce! Carly opens up about her journey into music, reflecting on what inspired her to become a musician and the challenges of starting a career at such a young age. She candidly discusses how she's navigated the pressures of comparison in the music industry, her experience as a woman in country music, and offers heartfelt advice for women aspiring to enter the music industry. Carly also bravely shares her ...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep 40•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Tay returns for another girl talk episode, this time featuring Allison Kuch, creator and host of the Sunday Sports Club podcast! Allison kicks things off by sharing how she met her husband, Isaac Rochell, and discusses her journey to finding an identity beyond being an NFL wife and mother. She candidly reflects on her experiences with pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, emphasizing how taking time for herself and having open conversations with her husband were essential ...
Oct 02, 2024•57 min•Ep 39•Transcript available on Metacast This week’s guest has taken social media by storm and has been the topic of conversation across the country…for the very first time, Whitney Leavitt, MomTok star and “villain” of Hulu's The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, is sharing her story. To begin, Whitney opens up about what life has looked like since the show has aired and tells us how it felt to become the "villain" within the storyline. Whitney reflects on various moments throughout the show, such as the fruity pebbles incident with Demi ...
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep 38•Transcript available on Metacast TW: Sexual Assault and Miscarriage In this week’s episode, the Lautners are joined by Selling Sunset star Mary Bonnet! To start off, Mary opens up about the challenges of being an introvert in the public eye and how she sets boundaries between what she shares with the world and what she keeps private. She discusses her decision to write her memoir, Selling Sunshine , and reflects on her journey through motherhood, from getting pregnant at 15 to facing the heartbreak of miscarriage. Mary also sha...
Sep 18, 2024•56 min•Ep 37•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Tay is back with a solo episode featuring nervous system experts Jennifer Mann and Karden Rabin! They begin by sharing how they met and how their unique backgrounds led them to specialize in the nervous system. Jennifer and Karden explain how our nervous systems are hereditary and passed down from our ancestors, and why they’re now struggling to keep up with modern-day life. They also introduce their new book, The Secret Language of the Body , which outlines their innovative 'AIR' app...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep 36•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, the Lautners sit down with "Love on the Spectrum" star Abbey Romeo and her mother, Christine! Abbey shares her experience of being on the hit Netflix show, while Christine opens up about how she felt with Abbey joining the series. Abbey tells us what it was like growing up with communication disorder autism and shares about her relationship with fellow "Love on the Spectrum" star David! She also explains why Ariel from Disney's "The Little Mermaid" is her favorite charact...
Sep 04, 2024•56 min•Ep 35•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, the Lautners sit down with Loren Gray to discuss her journey from starting on Musical.ly to becoming a social media sensation! Loren opens up about the challenges she faced growing up in the spotlight at such a young age, including dealing with bullying and handling constant comparisons in the public eye. She shares insights on navigating friendships while building her social media presence, the strategies she has found most helpful in caring for her mental heal...
Aug 28, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep 34•Transcript available on Metacast The Lautners welcome back Jaclyn Hill and Jordan Torrey for part two of their exclusive episode! If you missed part one, Jaclyn and Jordan opened up for the first time about their personal experiences with addiction and loss, the boundaries they’ve set to protect their well-being, and the tools that have been critical in their healing journeys. This week, Jaclyn talks about her early beginnings in makeup, what inspired her to start making YouTube videos, and her iconic collaboration with Morphe ...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep 33•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s exclusive episode, the Lautners are joined by Jaclyn Hill and Jordan Torrey! They start off by chatting about how their friendship began, then move on to share their personal experiences with addiction and loss. Jaclyn bravely opens up for the first time about her father's struggles with addiction and the impact it had on her upbringing, while Jordan shares his journey through grief after losing his brother to opioid addiction. Together, they explore the feelings of responsibility...
Aug 14, 2024•59 min•Ep 32•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, the Lautners sit down with former Miss Universe Demi Tebow! Demi starts by sharing what inspired her to compete for Miss South Africa and her deep passion for the philanthropic side of pageantry. She discusses how she managed inevitable comparisons with fellow contestants, opens up about the identity crisis she faced after relinquishing her Miss Universe crown, and explains how her commitment to supporting others became a path to healing herself. Switching gears, Demi bra...
Aug 07, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep 31•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Tay is sitting down for a girl-talk solo episode with former Division I athlete and mental health advocate Victoria Garrick Browne! Victoria opens up about her experiences with mental health as a student-athlete and reflects on how the high pressures of sports can affect mental well-being. She shares invaluable advice for student-athletes on maintaining a healthy headspace and delves into her personal journey with body image and eating disorder recovery. Victoria also discusses the in...
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep 30•Transcript available on Metacast 
