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. 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.
Episodes
Latest Episode
June 27, 2026 · 50m
The influence! The artistry! He is the moment. This week on The Pre-Game, it's family first for a special Father's Day episode of the podcast. Roosevelt Brown (Kayla's dad and day one) joins the show to share simple pleasures in fatherhood and stories from Kayla's upbringing. Mexican pizza, anyone? Then, the two share a heartfelt moment remembering Kayla's grandmother and her enduring legacy. It's a beautiful conversation and we're all better for it. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
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Jun 20 · 52m
Read 'em and weep! Love Island alum and America's finest bookworm Jeremiah Brown joins The Pre-Game to talk self-mastery, steamy fantasy novels and navigating overnight fame. Then, Jeremiah shares behind-the-scenes tea on Love Island USA (no sleep, sober challenges, and dissociation when necessary). Plus, spelling bees and sports rivalries! Can you spell SPURS? Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 12 · 56m
Get into all this beauty! This week on The Pre-Game, magnetic model and beauty guru Melinda Melrose struts onto the set to give a masterclass in authenticity, glamour and brand diversity. Then, hot takes on the latest high drama in the beauty community: Patrick Ta's claim and commercialization of transition blushes. We see you, @paintedbyester! Plus, Melinda divulges the worst kiss she's ever experienced. Muah? Nah. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 29 · 40m
Did you know it takes 13 first dates to find the one? Reality TV veteran and Bachelor star Rachel Recchia does and she's joining The Pre-Game to spill the details on what it takes to find love on her new podcast The Dating Debrief. Then, we break down why Rachel is banned from Hinge, why you should never ghost someone, and why the smartest people watch reality television. Plus, why do men have podcasts? We're still trying to decode that one. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 22 · 56m
This week on The Pre-Game, all's fair in love and boxing! Kayla sits down with comedian and actor Malik Bazille to talk dating culture and the chaos he’s witnessed from the front row of modern romance on his digital dating show. We're breaking down thirst traps, location sharing, and Kayla’s Raya profile. She's an astronaut! Plus, we share a few fight stories: a backstage boxing scuffle between Alycia Baumgardner & Claressa Shields and the time Kayla broke an Olympic athlete's ribs. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 16 · 1h 8m
This week on The Pre-Game, Dr. Cheyenne Bryant joins the show for a conversation on her new book Live Your Promise: Escape Your Wilderness, Heal Your Pain, So You Can Manifest the Life You Want with some life coaching thrown in the mix. She's breaking down codependence, compatibility, and cheating in relationships. Plus, Bryant gets personal sharing her experiences with abandonment and rebuilding parental relationships through radical forgiveness. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. Disclaimer: This episode was filmed prior to recent public conversations surrounding Dr. Cheyenne Bryant. During the conversation, Dr. Bryant describes herself as a “life coach and psychology expert.” This episode is intended for conversational and entertainment purposes only. We appreciate open dialogue on The Pre-Game and always encourage our audience to seek guidance from licensed professionals for mental health support and care when needed. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8 · 58m
This week, it's family matters for a very special Mother's Day episode of The Pre-Game! Robin Curry (mother to four beautiful daughters) joins her eldest baby girl to share lessons on unconditional love and how you should text your parents more often. We're talking helicopter parenting, hand-me-downs and rating Kayla's life from her teen years to dating history. Then, we get in the mix with conversations on having kids later, Love on the Spectrum and Robin's work with special needs students. Plus, Robin defends her affinity for Apple Watches, once and for all, and answers the hard-hitting question: Who is your favorite daughter? Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 1 · 54m
Coming to The Pre-Game stage! Jess Hilarious (comedian, actress, and co-host of The Breakfast Club) joins the show to talk her new book 'Til Death Do We Parent. She shares the breakthroughs that led to her blended family, co-parenting dos and don'ts and necessary boundaries. Then, we get in the mix: Age-gap relationships, The Breakfast Club's move to Netflix, and the topics that are off-limits in comedy. Plus, Jess builds the Mount Rushmore of bad baby daddies. We have beef with you, Bradley Cooper! 'Til Death Do We Parent on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Simon & Schuster and Spotify Audiobooks Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 24 · 47m
STORYTIME! This week on The Pre-Game, Kayla is joined by friends Angel "Mac Daddy" Merino & Heather Sanders for a tequila-fueled recap of their Coachella weekend. The trio are talking the good (fashion trends and backstage benefits), the bad (busted bodysuits and breakdowns), and everything in between (Kayla's disappearing act). Then, we breakdown the best and worst artists to take the desert stage. Plus, a comprehensive guide to a successful Coachella: content etiquette, drinks done right, and how to find your way back to your friends, even with bad cell service. Light ice and hold the lettuce! Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 17 · 57m
We love mess! Brandon Kyle Goodman—writer, mental health and sexual wellness advocate, and host of the unfiltered podcast Tell Me Something Messy—joins the Pre-Game for a shameless conversation on relationships, self-work, and p*rnography on Substack. Read'em and weep! Then, we're in the mix: Spring breakups, non-monogamy, and the pros of Lexapro despite cultural stigma. Plus, Brandon teaches us how to build self-trust in four 'easy' steps. Trust us, you don't want to miss this one! Listen to Tell Me Something Messy with Brandon Kyle Goodman on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Follow Brandon's Substack: Messy Mondays. Have a question? Need some advice? Hit The Pre-Game hotline here. We might just play it in a future episode! The Pre-Game is hosted by Kayla Nicole. Need more? Keep up with the show on Instagram and YouTube. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices