The Pre-Game with Kayla Nicole

<p>Everyone knows the best part of any night out is the pre-game. You know the vibes – feels like a hype session in the bathroom mirror. From group chat debriefs to deep dives into the latest headlines (with a drink in hand, of course). The Pre-Game with Kayla Nicole is exactly that: the party before the party. Each week, we’re diving into all the things you and your homegirls actually talk about, from pop culture tea and beauty secrets to those ‘what would you do?’ scenarios that have you screaming at your phone.</p><p><br></p><p>It’s unfiltered, hilarious, and has just the right amount of chaos, served with a splash of tequila and zero apologies. So grab your gloss, pour up, and let’s pre-game.</p>

Life Update: New York Fashion Week, Tribe Therepē, and Breezy Bowl L.A.

This week on The Pre-Game, I am taking you down one of the wildest weeks of my life! From the runways of New York Fashion Week, to my first-ever event for my wellness brand Tribe Therepē. And most anticipated - the literal stage of the Chris Brown concert seen all over your timeline. I don’t spare any details. I dig into the DMs to answer your questions: Was I randomly selected to take the Breezy Bowl stage? What is my core workout? What do I wear on my legs to make them SHINE? Get the full 3-step routine. Plus, my bid for Dancing with the Stars.The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

09-20
27:34

The Evolution of Melvin Gregg: Ego Death, Fatherhood, and Life on Screen

This just in! Actor, producer, and creator Melvin Gregg joins The Pre-Game for a behind-the-scenes look at his life off set. From his breakout days as Vine’s biggest starts to stealing scenes on Peacock’s The Paper, Melvin breaks down everything from auditions to the ego death necessary to succeed in Hollywood. There are no small parts! Plus, Melvin talks family, fatherhood, and the key to protecting your peace.The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

09-05
01:12:03

Heather Sanders on Building Businesses, BFF Drama, and How To Stay Unbothered

This week on the Pre-Game, we are standing on REAL business with multi-hyphenate boss Heather Sanders. We break into the birth of Sorella Boutique, reflections on her beef with a former BFF, and what it takes to be an influential mainstay on social media from the very beginning. Y’all remember Tumblr? Plus, we get personal on this one. Heather opens up about her life postpartum and how building her family was the best decision.The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

08-29
01:00:05

Cheating, Courtside Tea, and Reality TV Drama: Ty Young Tells All

This week on The Pre-Game, former WNBA player and reality tv star Ty Young pulls up and gets real about the green dildo stunt that had everyone talking and why all press is good press when it comes to growing the league. We dive into NFL fans clutching pearls over male cheerleaders, the surprising truth about gender roles in lesbian vs. straight relationships (yes, Ty wants dinner waiting too!), and the messy reality of cheating. Plus, Ty opens up for the first time about the Drew Sidora drama, drops fresh details about her past with Mimi, and spills a splash of Love & Hip Hop tea. It’s raw, it’s funny, it’s unfiltered—just the way we like it.Get into Ty Young's clothing line, TY1GEAR.The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

08-22
01:02:02

Gender Roles In Dating, Spotting Abuse, & Your Wildest Icks

This week on The Pre-Game, I’m pouring it all out — no chaser. First, we’re diving into the messy truth about gender roles in dating, relationships, and society. Are they outdated, or do some still serve a purpose? Then we get serious, breaking down the early warning signs of an abusive relationship — because sometimes the red flags aren’t as obvious as we think.But it’s not all heavy. We open the hotline to hear YOUR biggest icks — and wow, you delivered. From friendships that don’t reciprocate your energy, to men with bad breath, nothing was off-limits. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the real talk, or both, this episode will have you nodding, side-eyeing, and maybe rethinking who gets your time and energy. The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

08-16
56:24

Feed the Feeling, Get Lucky: Les Alfred’s Manifestation Masterclass for Gym Baes, Career Pivots and Purposeful Living

This week on The Pre-Game, Les Alfred—wellness queen and host of She’s So Lucky—pulls up for a raw, woo-woo-meets-realness convo on what it actually takes to build a life you love. We talk best-case-scenario journaling, manifesting through pleasure (yes, including that Big O energy), and why your next man might be spotting you at the gym. Les shares the power of healing in private, having kids (or not) on your own timeline, and the hard truths about building a brand online. Plus: the trick to living a “lucky life,” the one piece of advice she’d give to any entrepreneur, and why you should never take directions from someone who’s never been where you’re going.The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

08-01
04:13

Sun, Sex, & Closure: My Euro Summer and Lessons in Love

It’s just you and me this week, friend. I’m recapping my Summer 2025 Euro adventures — from dancing through the nights in Ibiza to chasing sunsets in Mykonos, plus the career wins that made this season even sweeter. I also open up about wanting a little romance (yes, the heart is soft again) and how attending a friend’s wedding made me believe in love one more time.Then, I take your calls: we’re talking friends with benefits, losing your virginity, learning how to move on from him for real this time, and the underrated power of giving yourself your own damn closure. This one’s part vacation recap, part heart check, and fully unfiltered. Let’s get into it.Need more of the show? Keep up with The Pre-Game on Instagram and YouTube.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

07-25
50:35

Scene Stealer & Space Taker: Jaylen Barron on Owning the Role—On Set and in Life

This week on The Pre-Game, actor Jaylen Barron pulls up for an unfiltered conversation about life in the spotlight and behind the scenes. From hilarious improv moments to the emotional toll of carrying intense roles, Jaylen opens up about what it really means to be a Black woman taking up space in Hollywood. We dive into her recent role in the Aaron Hernandez series and how leading with empathy helped her portray a character wrapped in real-life pain. Plus, we get into the pressure to “do all the things” in relationships—and why she’s done performing for love. Because real love? It sees your worth without an audition.Need more of the show? Keep up with The Pre-Game on Instagram and YouTube.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

07-18
01:07:48

Softness In Strength: Ella Halikas on PCOS, Grief, & the Power of Showing Up REAL

This week on The Pre-Game, Sports Illustrated curve model and creator Ella Halikas joins us for a conversation that will bring you to tears. We talk about everything from navigating the LA nightlife scene to living with PCOS, building body confidence, and why being unapologetically authentic is her greatest flex. She opens up about the recent loss of her brother, the silent heartbreak of loving someone battling addiction, and why being open about her pain is a necessary part of her healing. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to “stay strong” or felt like you needed permission to be seen in your full humanity, this one’s for you.Need more of the show? Keep up with The Pre-Game on Instagram and YouTube. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

07-11
01:06:37

Mind Your Business & Wipe the Baby: Shaniece Hairston on Double Standards, Dating, and Doing the Work

This week on The Pre-Game, Shaniece Hairston pulls up and gets real about the audacity of calling women “hoes” for dating high-profile men, why gender roles are officially flipped, and whether women proposing is empowerment or a plot twist too far. Shaniece also clears the air on people questioning her personal life—including their opinion of her child’s father — with a simple message: mind your business. Plus, we get into parenting in the real world, why fatherhood is more than photo ops, and her love for wellness, yoga, and staying grounded. It’s unfiltered, grown, and a splash of spiritual.Listen to Shaniece Hairston on the 'Drop the Lo Podcast'The Pre-Game with Kayla Nicole is produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

07-04
58:18

The Price to Leave You: Nicole Walters on Business, Boundaries & Becoming New

This week on The Pre-Game, we’re chatting it up with powerhouse entrepreneur, and truth-teller Nicole Walters. From walking away from a marriage and Fortune 500 business that no longer served her, to calling out business partners who refuse therapy - Nicole is in her no bullsh*t era and it shows.She breaks down what it really takes to be a better businesswoman including: how to sell with confidence, delegate your $10 problems when you’re worth 10k, and how to build a brand that brings in $1K a day.We also touched on the pressure to perform online, and why doing life (or business) halfway just isn’t an option. She gets raw about divorce, legacy, and what it really means to grow — even when that growth means leaving someone behind.If you’ve ever questioned whether the life you want is worth the fallout, this one’s for you.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

06-27
01:06:09

The Power of the Pivot: Mistakes, Mindset Shifts & Second Chances

This week, it’s just you and me! I’m unpacking the power of the pivot: in career, in character, and in connection. From owning a major misstep by having a Trump supporter on the show, to confronting the ways I’ve been unlearning old behaviors and outdated beliefs, this episode is about growth in real time. And yes… I’m also spilling a little tea on how to get that old thing back — but this time, with clarity and intention. If you’ve ever had to start over, say “I got it wrong,” or rethink what you really want… this one’s for you.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

06-20
44:12

No Holes Barred: Weezy on Kinks, Survival, & Doing Love Her Way

This week on The Pre-Game, I’m chopping it up with the one and only Weezy — podcast pioneer, sex-positive powerhouse, and now, author of No Holds Barred. We get real about everything: her bold new book, embracing love through non-monogamy, finding freedom in BDSM, and the deeply personal story of surviving sexual assault. Weezy opens up like never before, and nothing is off limits. This episode is for every woman reclaiming her voice, her pleasure, and her power.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

06-13
01:01:28

From Top Model to Top Boss: Tatiana Elizabeth on Motherhood, ANTM Drama & Building Her Empire

This week on The Pre-Game, I’m catching up with my girl Tatiana Elizabeth — model, entrepreneur, and founder of Skin Buttr. We dive into her jaw-dropping experience on America’s Next Top Model and the behind-the-scenes conditions that still haunt her. She opens up about what it’s really like balancing business and motherhood as a young single mom, and yes… we get into the baby daddy drama too. From beauty to burnout to building her brand, this convo is real, raw, and all the way empowering.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

06-06
58:44

Out My Cave & Into the Chaos: Flirting, F-Boys & Finding My Voice

After hiding out and healing, your girl finally stepped outside—and let’s just say, I still got it. In this solo episode, I talk about shaking off the recluse energy and tapping back into my flirty, fun, feminine self. But it doesn’t stop there! For the first time ever, I opened up the Pre-Game Hotline and y’all did NOT disappoint. We unpacked the heartbreak of finding out your “man” has a whole-ass girlfriend, the complicated reality of interracial love and when a white partner crosses the line, and how to build unshakable confidence from the inside out. This one’s messy, vulnerable, and full of gems. Pour a drink—let’s get into it.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

05-30
56:19

Weight Loss and Wellness Hacks They Don't Want You To Know (But We’re Telling You Anyway)

Think there’s a secret to dropping weight overnight? This week on The Pre-Game, I sit down with my longtime trainer G to break down the biggest myths in the fitness game. From the truth about Ozempic to the rise of “cozy girl” workouts (yes, you can work out in pj’s), we’re getting into what actually works — and what’s just hype. Plus, G shares his go-to hacks for handling panic attacks when your body’s stressed and your brain’s spiraling. It’s the wellness wake-up call you didn’t know you needed. Let’s talk about it. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

05-23
56:43

Mama’s Boys, Worst Dates, AI Boyfriends: Bestie Talk With Georgie

Buckle up, because this week I’m joined by my real-life bestie Georgie for a juicy deep-dive into all things love, friendship, and the wild world of dating. We’re talking our biggest icks in friendships, why a mama’s boy might actually be a green flag, and the absolute worst dates we’ve ever suffered through. Oh—and yes, we went there: falling in love and getting freaky with your ChatGPT boyfriend. It’s unhinged, hilarious, and a little too real. Tap in and pre-game with us!Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

05-16
54:59

Nazanin Mandi: Overcoming Grief and the Determination to Bloome

On this episode of The Pre-Game, Nazanin Mandi gets real about the quiet battles behind the beauty. We dive into the unspoken weight of grief, the sting of loneliness, and what it truly means to bloom after breakdowns. With grace and raw honesty, Nazanin opens up about her personal evolution and how she’s rewriting her story in this season of life. This is the conversation you didn’t know you needed—until now.Bloom into your most authentic self with Nazanin Mandi's You Bloome. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

05-09
56:50

Kamie Crawford on Matcha Tariffs, Mental Health, and the Power of the Pivot

This week on The Pre-Game, I am joined by multi-hyphenate star Kamie Crawford for a hilariously honest conversation on her career, keeping relationships private, and learning when to walk away from things that no longer serve you. Plus, Kamie breaks down the science behind freezing your eggs and the price you pay to house your future family. This episode is sure to bring you to tears—from laughter and the matcha tariffs coming to a cafe near you. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

05-02
01:13:00

Vinny Guadagnino: Grief, Green Flags & Who’s Picking Up the Tab

On this episode of The Pre-Game, we’re joined by reality TV star, Vinny Guadagnino. He opens up about the emotional loss of his dog, the comfort new cat brings, and the little things that still matter—like who picks up the bill on a date. Plus, Vinny gets real about what he’s looking for in a woman. It’s heartfelt, cheeky, and peak Pre-Game energy.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

04-25
51:19

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