Digest

This episode of Grape Therapy features Caitlin Bristol, the host of Off the Vine, as she shares her story of going viral with the phrase "Hawk to a." Caitlin discusses how the phrase originated as a joke between her and her cousins and how it eventually went viral. She talks about the challenges of dealing with online negativity and the constant stream of questions she receives, including the infamous "Do you actually spit on it?" Caitlin also reflects on how being raised by her grandmother shaped her into the person she is today and how she plans to feature her in a future cooking episode. She discusses her thought process behind going viral and how she's turned it into a business opportunity, including her plans for a podcast and her merch line. Caitlin shares her perspective on the internet's ability to turn on people quickly and how she deals with the pressure of being in the public eye. She talks about her desire to separate herself from the "Hawk to a" persona and build a brand around her own values, including her love for pickles and her desire to be known for being a good person. Caitlin recounts some of the craziest fan interactions she's had, including a woman who fell on her at a club appearance and a man who sent her an unsolicited dick pic. She discusses her dating life and her aversion to affection, as well as her relationship with her boyfriend, Pookie. Caitlin reflects on her high school experiences and how she's dealt with people from her past reaching out. She describes herself as a "pitbull in a cricket's body" and shares what sets her off. Caitlin talks about her previous job at a spring factory and how she adjusted to her new life after going viral. She shares her dream of having a lake house and living a peaceful life with her grandmother. Caitlin discusses how her daily life has changed since going viral, including the constant stream of new experiences and how she values her peace and quiet. She discusses her potential interest in reality TV, including Chopped and Dancing with the Stars, and her passion for supporting animal shelters and anti-bullying initiatives. Caitlin addresses the misconception that she's an "industry plant" and shares her belief in conspiracy theories. She also reveals her hidden talent for driving a forklift. Caitlin recounts her interaction with rapper Young Gravy, who DMed her and then posted a TikTok about her. She discusses how she handled the situation and her perspective on the whole ordeal. Caitlin discusses her business plans and her upcoming podcast, sharing her thoughts on the name of the podcast and her vision for its content.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction and Sponsors

This episode of Grape Therapy is sponsored by The Defender, Land Rover, Audible, and Apartments.com.

00:00:21

Caitlin Bristol's Journey: From Small Town to Viral Sensation

Caitlin Bristol, the host of Off the Vine, shares her story of going viral with the phrase "Hawk to a." She discusses how it happened, her initial reactions, and how she's navigating her newfound fame.

00:04:13

Dealing with Fame and Online Criticism

Caitlin talks about the constant stream of questions she receives, including the infamous "Do you actually spit on it?" She also discusses the challenges of dealing with online negativity and how she copes with it.

00:06:22

The Influence of Family and Childhood

Caitlin reflects on how being raised by her grandmother since she was nine months old shaped her into the person she is today. She discusses her close relationship with her grandmother and how she plans to feature her in a future cooking episode.

00:08:14

The Origins of "Hawk to a"

Caitlin reveals that the phrase "Hawk to a" originated as a joke between her and her cousins. She discusses how it evolved and how it eventually went viral.

00:10:20

Building a Brand and Business

Caitlin discusses her thought process behind going viral and how she's turned it into a business opportunity. She talks about her plans for a podcast and her merch line.

00:12:10

Navigating the Internet and Mental Health

Caitlin shares her perspective on the internet's ability to turn on people quickly. She discusses how she deals with the pressure of being in the public eye and how she prioritizes her mental health.

00:14:05

Future Goals and Aspirations

Caitlin talks about her desire to separate herself from the "Hawk to a" persona and build a brand around her own values. She shares her aspirations for the future, including her love for pickles and her desire to be known for being a good person.

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Q&A

• How did you go viral with the phrase "Hawk to a"?

  It happened organically at a Zach Bryan concert. I was singing along, and someone caught it on video. It went viral, and I've been navigating the fame ever since.

• How do you deal with the constant stream of questions and online negativity?

  It's definitely a challenge, but I try to focus on the positive and ignore the negativity. I also have a great support system, which helps me stay grounded.

• What are your future goals and aspirations?

  I want to build a brand around my own values, including my love for pickles and my desire to be known for being a good person. I'm also excited about starting my own podcast.

• What's the craziest fan interaction you've had?

  There was this woman who fell on me at a club appearance. She was hammered and couldn't speak. It was a bit chaotic, but thankfully, everyone was okay.

• How do you navigate your personal boundaries, especially when it comes to affection?

  I'm not a very affectionate person, and I have strong boundaries. I'm very careful about who I let into my personal space.

• What sets you off?

  I get really annoyed by certain noises, like people chewing, and bad drivers. I also have a list of things that grind my gears, like men doing Pilates.

• What's something we don't know about you yet?

  I'm actually really good at driving a forklift. I used to do it at my old job, and I really enjoyed it.

• What's your business plan for the future?

  I'm starting a podcast, and I'm also working on expanding my merch line. I'm excited to see where this journey takes me.

• What is the guest's favorite thing to do?

  The guest loves to come up with names for companies, podcasts, or other things.

Show Notes