Better Half with Stas & Vic
kylie jenner: keeping up with our best friend - ep. 26
our next guest needs no introduction… but to us, she’s just our best friend. Stas has known Kylie since 2009, and Victoria actually used to work for her—which is how we met. today, we’re skipping the Kylie everyone thinks they know and getting into the Ky we know and love. we’re talking her love for cats, what really happened at her birthday party, her Knicks wardrobe, the infamous laptop story, and why the internet thinks we secretly hate each other. basically, it’s less of an interview and more of a best-friend catch-up. welcome to the group chat x 0:00 Interview with Kylie Jenner Starts 1:57 Rapid Fire Questions 6:15 The Boots Story 11:06 Princess Poker Kitty Party 18:48 The Internet Thinks We Hate Each Other 24:45 The Laptop Story 31:16 Friend Dates & The Knicks 40:56 Who Runs Your Social Media? Shop Amika: https://loveamika.com/collections/color Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://www.speakpipe.com/Baddie2Baddie Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@BetterHalfPodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
dr. thais aliabadi: endometriosis, freezing your eggs, and everything we wish we knew sooner - ep. 25
Today we're sitting down with one of the most respected OB-GYNs in the country, Dr. Thais Aliabadi, to have the conversations every woman deserves to hear but so many of us were never taught. After Stas’ own experience with endometriosis, we wanted to understand why conditions like endometriosis and PCOS can be so difficult to diagnose, what symptoms women should be paying attention to, and how to become a better advocate for yourself when you know something is off. Dr. A walks us through testing, treatment options, and why women’s healthcare should never be one-size-fits-all. Whether you're in your 20’s, 30’s, 40’s, trying to have kids, trying not to have kids, or just trying to better understand your body, this conversation is packed with information every woman (and honestly, every man) should know. 0:00 Interview Starts 1:29 Who is Dr. A? 6:00 Endometriosis 18:00 Testing & The Importance of Listening to Women 22:36 Becoming Your Own Advocate 26:40 PCOS and PMOS 38:00 Treatments 46:50 Freezing Your Eggs 56:35 Testosterone & Hormone Levels 1:00:05 Finding the Right Doctor — Every Patient is Different 1:06:30 How She Does It Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://www.speakpipe.com/Baddie2Baddie Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@BetterHalfPodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
conspiracy theories: don't come for us - ep. 24
we’re talking aliens (and asking the important questions, like whether they drink), questionable TikTok sources, the Mandela Effects that have us questioning our entire childhoods, and why knowing the actual truth about the universe might require all of us to be medicated. basically: we have questions. we have very few answers. did we educate you? probably not. did we entertain you? we sure hope so. 0:00 Episode Begins 1:17 Answer Your Questions 3:00 Current Events 6:17 Aliens 18:17 Pyramids 21:44 Sirens 24:25 Bermuda Triangle 26:00 Our Phones Are Listening to Us 34:30 Mandela Effects Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://www.speakpipe.com/Baddie2Baddie Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@BetterHalfPodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
baddie 2 baddie: the boys are calling - ep. 23
welcome back to Baddie 2 Baddie - the check-in where nothing is off limits. this week, we're handing the mic to the boys. since so many of you listen with your man, we asked you to call in with your biggest questions, hot takes, and relationship dilemmas. from tight jeans and scalding-hot showers to green flags, friendships, and what actually makes women lose interest... no topic was off the table. think your question should be next? drop it below or call into Baddie to Baddie - this series is here to stay x 0:00 Baddie to Baddie begins 0:40 Current Events 11:17 Why Are Your Jeans Tighter Than Mine 14:35 The Urge to Point Things Out 16:32 Attitude Check 19:26 The Chase? What Chase? 22:40 Biggest Fears 24:53 I Want My Guy Friends Back 29:30 Messy Sleeping Arrangements 31:50 Hot Ass Water 34:05 Lost Interest & Green Flags Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://www.speakpipe.com/Baddie2Baddie Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@BetterHalfPodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
wedding szn: love is in the air - ep. 22
it's officially wedding season! this week we're diving into all things weddings from destination vs. local ceremonies, combined bachelor/bachelorette trips (are we into it?), dream bridal parties, and every little detail we'd want on our big day. we also share where we're shopping for the perfect wedding guest dress and answer some of your questions along the way. whether you're planning a wedding, attending five this summer, or just here to romanticize everyone else's - welcome to the chat x 0:35 Where We’ve Been 3:26 Answering Your Questions 6:02 Fourth of July Recap: The Hampton’s and Vic’s Game Night 12:20 Wedding Season is Here 20:20 Finding The Perfect Wedding Guest Dress 24:20 We Were Out Late 29:11 Dreaming Up Our Weddings 37:20 What’s Coming Next Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://www.speakpipe.com/Baddie2Baddie Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@BetterHalfPodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
justine skye: Collide, CANDY & creating her own lane - ep. 21
our friend Justine Skye is back and she’s updating us on her most fun era yet. we get into leaning into dance music, discovering a sound that feels true to where she is now, and creating the CANDY EP. she also opens up about working with Kaytranada, the way music brings people together, and preparing to take CANDY on tour. 0:00 Interview with Justine Skye Begins 0:36 Growing Up Online & Learning to Express Yourself 3:50 Discovering a New Sound 8:20 CANDY 13:29 Collide’s Life On TikTok and Trusting the Fans 18:55 Why Music Is the Universal Language 25:00 Creating with Kaytranada 28:20 Taking CANDY on Tour come see Justine on the CANDY tour! 7.26 ATLANTA, GA 7.28 BROOKLYN, NY 7.31 WASHINGTON, DC 8.02 LOLLAPALOOZA | CHICAGO, IL 8.04 LOS ANGELES, CA 8.06 SAN FRANCISCO, CA Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://www.speakpipe.com/Baddie2Baddie Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@BetterHalfPodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
deep into the justine skye lore - ep. 20
This week we're joined by singer, songwriter, actress, and longtime friend Justine Skye. From growing up in Brooklyn and navigating the music industry at a young age to building a career on her own terms, Justine opens up about the experiences that shaped her both personally and professionally. We talk about being bullied in school, the lessons she learned from watching her mom work in entertainment, redefining success, and the moment she realized no one was going to build her career for her. Plus, we revisit how we all became friends—including Vic's infamous vibe check. 0:00 Interview with Justine Skye Begins 4:11 The Start of Summer 6:37 The Virgo Mindset 9:50 Why Justine Hates the Hamptons 12:30 Love Island is Our Sport 15:20 Rapid Fire Game 19:30 How We Met & Vic’s Vibe Check 24:54 The Art of the Mute Button 27:46 Growing Up in Brooklyn, School & Being Bullied 32:23 Lessons from Her Mom & Redefining Success 36:05 Understanding the Industry & Building a Team Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://www.speakpipe.com/Baddie2Baddie Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@BetterHalfPodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
two hot new bombshells have entered the villa - ep. 19
Support Venezuela: https://linktr.ee/JuntosPorVzla We got a text!!! Today we're diving into the cultural phenomenon that has somehow convinced what feels like the World to spend their summer watching strangers flirt, cry, couple up, and completely destroy each other's trust on national television: Love Island. Whether you're fully caught up, getting your spoilers from TikTok against your will, or have absolutely no idea what Casa Amor is, don't worry we're breaking it all down. 0:00 Love Island Recap Begins 4:41 Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going 5:35 Rapid Fire 8:50 Love Island the Group chat 9:54 Spoiler Warnings 11:40 Dating Brothers 14:10 We Have Questions 16:40 Favorite (and Least Favorite) Islanders 19:00 The Heart Rate Challenge 22:50 Casa Amor & Move Night 28:43 Casa vs Villa 36:12 We Want an Islander Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://www.speakpipe.com/Baddie2Baddie Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@betterhalfpodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
the start of summering: alo, kylie cosmetics & stas’ birthday - ep. 18
summer is officially underway! this week we're recapping the start of summering - from the alo yacht and stas' birthday in st. tropez to the kylie cosmetics brand trip. we're sharing what really happened on vic's live, how we almost got scammed, why the police were called, and the travel chaos that comes with trying to live out of a suitcase. plus, we talk our favorite books lately, overweight baggage fees, and why we've learned we absolutely cannot pack together. 0:30 Current Events 4:13 the alo boat LIVE 12:00 Stas’ Birthday in St Tropez 23:00 Vic’s Journey 27:45 Mexico City 31:39 Back in the Studio 33:10 Books We Love 37:45 Better Half: The Drink 39:20 Kylie Cosmetics Brand Trip 46:50 Overweight Bag Fees & Why We Can’t Pack Together 53:15 Alien Movie Night Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://www.speakpipe.com/Baddie2Baddie Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@betterhalfpodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
we need to get out more - ep. 17
This week we get into how we pack and prepare for trips, why being out and about in New York feels so different from life in Los Angeles, and our ongoing mission to get out of the house more. We also talk about Vic surprising Doni, love languages, and why missing each other might actually be a good thing. Basically, a very random episode filled with travel thoughts, relationship realizations, and a reminder that we probably need more friends. 0:00 Living with Family 2:23 Content we Consume (Anxiety from Euphoria) 9:57 Our Gucci Cruise Trip & How We Travel 16:46 NYC vs LA 22:26 Vic’s Surprise for Doni 25:59 Love Languages 31:15 The Best Night of Our Lives 35:00 We Need More Friends Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://sayhi.chat/baddie2baddiebetterhalf Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@betterhalfpodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
baddie 2 baddie: drunk advice is still advice - ep. 16
The baddies are back and this one is definitely not safe for work. We're talking toxic turn-ons, insecure men and what hookup culture is like as relationship girls. From a boyfriend getting caught on Grindr to accidentally hooking up with an ex-wife, no topic is off limits. Pour yourself a drink and join us for another chaotic Baddie to Baddie. 0:00 Baddie 2 Baddie begins 1:30 Our Drink of Choice 5:27 Toxic Turn Ons 9:08 Insecure Men: The Signs You’re Missing 12:47 Lost in Translation 15:25 Hookup Culture as a Relationship Girl 18:47 Types of Birth Control 22:05 Caught on Grindr 23:37 The Backdoor Debate 26:00 Sleeping with his Ex-Wife 28:57 How to Recover 31:12 My Friend is Texting My Boyfriend…Now What? 33:50 GNO 35:39 Is it Ever Really Casual? Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://sayhi.chat/baddie2baddiebetterhalf Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@betterhalfpodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
carter gregory: fourth strike, plot twist and making it in music - ep. 15
Carter’s back for part two! We talk about discovering artists then vs. now, the future of streaming, and why the real power behind what becomes viral is in your hands. Carter also opens up about the politics of music, imposter syndrome, seeing artists finally get their flowers, and what it actually takes to build talent instead of just finding it. Plus the creation of his own label Plot Twist Records and its debut launch “Fourth Strike.” It's a conversation about trusting your taste, betting on yourself, and what it looks like when you’re brave to go after the life you want. 0:00 Carter Pt. 2 Begins0:58 Finding Talent vs. Building Artists4:20 Learning to Trust Your Taste in Music6:37 Dealing with Imposter Syndrome8:54 The Sacrifices Behind Success11:27 Actually Living the Dream16:10 The Future of Music Discovery18:20 Why the Audience Has the Power19:49 The Story Behind “Fourth Strike”25:26 Building Plot Twist Records26:40 Behind Set List Interviews Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://sayhi.chat/baddie2baddiebetterhalf Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@betterhalfpodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
carter gregory vs CARTERA - ep. 14
Today we’re joined by one of our best friends - music executive, interviewer, A&R, and honestly one of the busiest people we know, Carter Gregory. Carter talks about growing up in North Carolina, falling in love with music, and the journey that took him from dreaming about LA to dominating the music industry. We also get into his early assistant days, discovering artists and what it actually takes to make it in music. Plus, a few stories Carter probably wishes we wouldn’t mention. And considering we barely scratched the surface… there may need to be a part two. 0:00 Carter Gregory Interview Begins 2:12 Who Is “Cartera”? 4:38 Answering the Most Asked Fan Questions 10:07 Carter Doesn’t Watch Our Vlogs + Would He Ever Start One? 13:53 Meeting Queen B 16:01 Being Recognized in the Music Industry 18:25 Cary, North Carolina 23:49 Falling in Love with Music 25:15 MTV’s MADE 31:18 Fitness Culture 34:16 Dreaming of Moving to LA 38:05 The Worst Assistant Ever 42:43 (Almost) Missing Kylie’s Plane 44:52 The Journey into A&R 50:21 Carter’s Sleepover Nightmare 53:38 The Most Memorable Artists He’s Worked With + Testing Vinyls 55:45 Coachella Stories Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://sayhi.chat/baddie2baddiebetterhalf Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@betterhalfpodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
stas & vic take Miami - ep. 13
After a few days in Miami, we’re finally sitting down to debrief everything - from our nights at Eleven, the viral Greek TikTok that took on a life of its own, Doni’s F1 collaboration, and the car service chaos that couldn't seem to get the location right. By the end of the weekend, we found ourselves asking the most important question: can anyone actually taste the difference of a $1,500 bottle of wine? 0:00 The Miami Debrief Begins 2:30 Met Gala: The Drama, The Trains & The Stairs 8:18 Hotel Footage, Our Event & Strippers 20:45 Who Came to Our Miami Event 22:19 Trying New Glam 24:33 Addressing the Viral TikTok 26:40 Is Expensive Wine Actually Worth It? 31:33 Our Solo Beach Days 33:24 Nahmias x F1 35:20 Miami Car Chaos 40:02 Vic’s Alleyway Emergency Stop 41:33 Stas Parties with Kesha 42:20 Vic’s F1 Weekend Experience 44:27 Inside Met Gala After Parties Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://sayhi.chat/baddie2baddiebetterhalf Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@betterhalfpodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
our wellness routines - ep. 12
This week, we’re getting into our full wellness routines - the habits, products, and little rituals that keep us feeling our best. From sleep routines and hydration to workouts, skincare, and everything in between, we’re answering your questions and sharing what actually works for us. It’s wellness, but realistic. 0:00 Wellness Episode Kickoff 2:06 This or That: Party Girl Edition 6:42 Life Updates 11:21 Wellness Q&A: IV Therapy 15:55 Debloating & Lymphatic Drainage 19:36 Night Routines & Better Sleep 28:04 Hydration: Electrolytes We Love 32:46 Coffee vs. Matcha 33:48 Vitamins & Supplements 35:01 Diet & Meal Planning 38:56 Lagree & the Megaformer 40:34 Skincare Staples 47:42 Red Light Therapy Rituals Baddie 2 Baddie Phoneline: Need advice only a baddie can give? Have some tea to spill or a story to share? Send us a voice note to be featured on the show: https://sayhi.chat/baddie2baddiebetterhalf Follow Better Half: https://www.instagram.com/betterhalfpodcast/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@betterhalfpodcast https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588018913258 https://www.youtube.com/@betterhalfpodcast Follow Stas: https://www.instagram.com/staskaranikolaou/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@stassiebaby?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@Staskaranikolaou Follow Vic: https://www.instagram.com/victoriavillarroel/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@victoriavillarroell?lang=en https://www.youtube.com/@victoriavillarroel By submitting a voice message, materials, or story, you understand and agree that your submission may be featured on this podcast. You grant Better Half with Stas & Vic a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide license in any and all media to use, edit, publish, and distribute your audio submission and any related name/information in our podcast episodes, videos, and promotional materials across all platforms. You represent and warrant that the content you submit is solely owned and controlled by you, that you have the right to grant this permission, and the permission of no other person is necessary for our use. You acknowledge your voice message, story, and materials shall not defame, disparage, invade the privacy of, portray in a false light, or violate the rights of any person. You will indemnify and hold harmless Better Half and its parent corporation, partners, producers, and talent (including Stas & Vic) from any claims or damages that arise from our use of your submission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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