The Squeeze

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 experience, including his first reaction to being asked to join, his request to be paired with someone in a healthy relationship, and how the show affected his life and relationship with Kelsey Anderson. Plus, he reveals memorable moments dancing with Jenna Johnson and gives us a sneak peek into his time on the DWTS tour!

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 the unique challenges of transitioning from child star to professional actress and how her time on XO, Kitty has shaped her both personally and professionally. Plus, she gives an exciting sneak peek into what fans can expect in Season 2 of XO, Kitty!

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 recognize where others stand in your life, let go of unnecessary control, and find the peace that comes with learning to "let them" be who they are. She also offers practical advice for implementing the theory in your own life and reflects on how it has profoundly impacted her own relationships!

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 celebrating life’s little moments this year and not letting them pass by unnoticed! They also chat about their recent movie franchise marathon date nights, starting with Harry Potter and then diving into Twilight—complete with Taylor sharing what it was like watching the Twilight movies back for the first time in years and revealing his favorite film in the series. Finally, they both reflect on their goals and intentions for 2025!

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 missing out on her teen years, and whether being sent away helped or made healing harder. She also discusses how horseback riding became a powerful tool in her recovery, offering her a sense of peace and connection when she needed it most. Malika dives into the self-care practices that keep her grounded and why she sees mental health as an ongoing journey rather than a “before and after” story. Finally, she reveals one moment in her life she wishes she could go back to and what she'd say to herself.

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 public life after leaving monkhood, the resilience it took to push through over 40 job rejections, and how mindfulness found its way back into his life - leading him to teach weekly meditations to his colleagues. We also explore the pressure of "practicing what you preach" in the wellness space, the role of humility in continuous growth, and a simple 5-4-3-2-1 mindfulness technique you can use today. Plus, Jay shares about his first-ever live tour, On Purpose.

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-ending leg injury, Aidan shares where he’s at in recovery, what it was like watching from the suite, and the mentality heading into the 2025 season. Plus, Taylor talks about his deep dedication to the Lions, Aidan reflects on meeting Tom Brady for the first time, and he shares his outlook on the coaching staff changes—explaining how keeping the core group of players together will set them up for continued wins next season.

Tay is back for another girl-talk episode, this time featuring actress Bailee Madison! They dive into Bailee’s journey—from booking her first role at a young age to balancing school while working and why she never felt like she missed out on the "normal" high school experience. She opens up about the challenges of playing so many different characters during her formative years, whether she ever struggled with her identity, and how she stays true to herself. Bailee also gets real about her mental health during the first season of PLL: Original Sin, what it was like portraying a character who endured intense trauma, and whether she found it hard to separate herself from that. Plus, she shares her go-to self-care tools, reflects on the ongoing challenge of reminding herself that she is enough, and gives a glimpse into what’s next for her!

What better way to celebrate Galentine’s than with a little girl talk?! For this week’s episode, we gathered women from all four corners of the internet—Gen Z creators, Mormon MomTok, beauty OGs, and Bachelor alums—for a fun, deep, and sometimes spicy conversation about dating, love languages, first kisses, biggest icks, and more. Featuring Lexi Hensler, Victoria Garrick Brown, Mikayla Matthews, Mayci Neeley, Jessi Ngatikaura, Anna Sitar, Rachel Nance, Natasha Bure, Kelsey Anderson, Daisy Kent, Jaclyn Hill, Laura Lee, and Manny Gutierrez, no topic was off-limits—from worst dates to the best advice for a healthy relationship. And in the end, they all had to answer one question: If you had to recommend one thing that’s helped your mental health, what would it be?

Tay is back for another girl-talk episode, this time joined by Morgan Riddle—social media star and girlfriend of tennis player Taylor Fritz! Morgan opens up about her journey with anxiety and depression, her first introduction to mental health, and the impact of losing her grandmother to suicide. She shares what it was like growing up with a single mom, how her anxiety first showed up, and the tools that help her navigate it today—including therapy, working with a life coach, and her go-to strategies like a “Worry List” and biting into a lemon. Morgan also gets candid about life on the tennis tour, adjusting to traveling nearly year-round, and how she and Taylor make time for their relationship. Plus, she addresses the criticism she faces from older tennis fans, the wildest things said about her, and the biggest misconceptions people have.

In this week’s episode, Dylan Efron joins the Lautners to talk about his experience on the hit TV show The Traitors and how he's been navigating his mental health since the show's success! To begin, Dylan opens up about the challenges of his packed schedule, especially with less time for fitness and the outdoors—two things that have always kept him grounded. Dylan shares how he fell in love with adventure, the role fitness plays in his well-being, what people can expect from his upcoming travel videos on YouTube, and how he balances screen time while constantly on the go. Then, he takes us behind the scenes of The Traitors, revealing his strategy, favorite moments, who he was most excited to meet, and what downtime really looked like in the castle. Finally, could more reality TV be in his future…maybe Dancing with the Stars?

This week Tay is sitting down with Rachael Kirkconnell for a vulnerable conversation about healing after heartbreak and stepping into this new chapter in her life! Rachael opens up about what life has been like since her breakup—navigating the transition to living alone, facing the fear of being on her own, and how she works through those lonely moments. She shares her thoughts on her recent Call Her Daddy episode, how she feels about it two months later, the public’s response, whether her perspective has shifted, and if she and Matt have spoken since it aired. Rachael also talks about the possibility of friendship in the future, the importance of love languages, what she’s looking for in a future partner, and whether she’s ventured back into the dating world. She also shares the self-care tools that have helped her protect her mental health, talks about her new clothing collab with Showpo, and reflects on what she's most proud of in herself!

This week, the Lautners are joined by singer and songwriter Christina Perri! Christina starts from the very beginning, sharing what led her parents to seek therapy for her at just eight years old, what those early sessions looked like, and how she felt about it all at such a young age. She reflects on the unhealthy coping mechanisms that developed in her late teens and early twenties, her struggles with drugs and alcohol, what ultimately led her to choose sobriety, and offers powerful advice for anyone dealing with addiction or facing the fear and shame of relapse. She also walks us through the whirlwind of when “Jar of Hearts” took off after airing on So You Think You Can Dance and how it catapulted her career. From there, we explore her journey through motherhood—navigating postpartum depression, miscarriage, and stillbirth—and how she approached those conversations with her daughter. Christina opens up about grief, the toll child loss can have on a marriage, etc.

This week, Tay is back for another girl talk episode—this time with singer-songwriter Natasha Bedingfield! She opens up about growing up in a musical family, how she found her way into music, and the role her supportive parents played in helping her pursue her dreams. Natasha shares the excitement and challenges that came with sudden fame, and how she’s learned to stay grounded while on the road. We talk about the often-overlooked reality that fame and fortune don’t make you immune to mental health struggles, including her personal experience with prenatal depression and the tools that helped her through it. Natasha also reflects on how motherhood has reshaped her perspective, why she once felt like she “was too much of a parent” as a child, and how she’s now learning to embrace more play in her life. Plus, we dive into the legacy of her song Unwritten, its recent resurgence in 'Anyone But You', and what’s coming next for her!

In this week’s episode, the Lautners are joined by Nichole Schmidt—mother of Gabby Petito—for a brave and honest conversation about the murder of her daughter. Nichole begins by sharing Gabby's vibrant personality and the moment she knew something was wrong when Brian returned home without her. She discusses filing the missing persons report, the overwhelming reach of Gabby’s story, and the heartbreaking confirmation of her daughter’s death. Nichole reflects on how her grief has evolved over the past three and a half years, the hardest parts of coping, and how her other children are navigating their own grief. She talks about the challenges of mourning publicly, the painful “what ifs,” and what to say—or not say—to someone who is grieving. We then dive into the Netflix documentary American Murder: Gabby Petito, the failures of law enforcement, and Nichole’s last interaction with Brian’s family. Nichole also shares the mission of the Gabby Petito Foundation.

This week, Tay and Taylor are back for a solo episode packed with life updates! They kick things off by celebrating the launch of The Squeeze merch and reflecting on last week’s powerful conversation with Gabby Petito’s mother, Nichole Schmidt—sharing their thoughts on domestic violence, grief, and the importance of continuing these conversations. From there, the Lautners dive into more updates, including a reminder to book your next dermatologist appointment, Taylor’s latest sleep-talking saga, and their most recent TV and movie marathon featuring Severance, Paradise, Adolescence, and Million Dollar Secret. They chat about their newest hobby—gardening—and share thoughtful responses from Lemons by Tay’s “What is 1 thing you learned in therapy?” post, touching on everything from letting go of control to embracing emotional vulnerability. They wrap things up with a fun round of Citrus Got Real!

In this week’s episode, Tay is back for another girl talk episode with actress and comedian Christina Kirkman! Christina begins by talking about competing in the “R U All That?: Nickelodeon's Search for the Funniest Kid in America” competition and winning the highly coveted spot as a regular cast member on All That at just 10 years old. She shares the reality of stepping into Hollywood so young, why she ended up leaving Nickelodeon, and the identity crisis that followed as she struggled to detach from the “All That girl” label. Christina opens up about how bullying and burnout led her to pivot toward broadcast journalism in college, but after an internship at Comedy Central, she found her way back to acting. She also talks about learning that she needs alone time to process and recharge, her experience balancing social media and the anxiety that can come with it, her habit of using comedy as a mask, and how her new podcast is helping her reconnect with herself in a more honest way.

In this week’s episode, the Lautners are joined by Chad Franke for a conversation about growing up on YouTube as part of the massively followed family channel 8 Passengers, created by his mom, Ruby Franke. Chad opens up about the early days of vlogging, when the channel began to take off, and what it was like having his childhood shared with millions. He reflects on how personal struggles were often turned into content, and how the shift from casually being on camera to having moments staged for engagement began to affect him. Chad talks about the #FreeChad movement, sparked by concerns over his living situation, and what it was like watching the Hulu docuseries Devil in the Family for the first time. He also shares about the last time he spoke to his mom, the letters she’s sent, his relationship with religion and God, and the gradual realization that what was happening wasn’t okay. Chad discusses his close bond with his siblings and dad, his current relationship with social media.

In this week’s episode, Dancing With The Stars pro Val Chmerkovskiy returns (two years after he and Jenna Johnson were among our very first guests!). Val opens up about growing up in Ukraine until age eight, immigrating to Brooklyn, and what that huge life shift felt like as a kid. He shares when dance first entered his life, how it evolved from a creative outlet to a career, and what it’s like to keep that passion alive when it’s also your job. He talks about working alongside his wife Jenna as pros on Dancing With The Stars, their shared Emmy nomination for a tribute to Len Goodman, and how they navigate turning off “work mode” at home. Val also speaks about how fatherhood has shifted his perspective and deepened his appreciation for his own parents’ sacrifices. Plus, he gives us the inside scoop on filming Hulu’s Got to Get Out, how the experience challenged him, and the friendships he formed with his fellow castmates.

In this week’s episode, Tay is back for another girl-talk conversation with The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Mikayla Matthews! Mikayla bravely opens up about growing up in a chaotic home as one of seven siblings, navigating childhood trauma, and the sexual abuse she endured starting at age six. She shares how the aftermath of that trauma still affects her marriage today and the therapy, tools, and self-awareness that have helped her begin to heal. Mikayla talks about becoming pregnant at 16, what happened when she finally told her mom the truth, and where their relationship stands today. She also reflects on how her skin struggles impacted her self-worth, the importance of learning each other’s love languages in a relationship, and how she and her husband continue to support one another. Mikayla touches on her thoughts on fellow The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Whitney Leavitt’s appearance on the podcast, then shares what she’s most proud of in herself.

In this week’s episode, Tay is back for another girl-talk conversation, this time with Netflix's Cheer star Morgan Simianer! Morgan kicks things off by sharing how she met her husband, their engagement story, what she’s loving most about married life, and her favorite moment from their wedding day. She then opens up about her early childhood, from the pain of her mom leaving to living alone in a trailer so she wouldn’t burden anyone. Morgan reflects on the role her grandparents played in giving her stability, the moment she finally felt safe, and whether she’s in touch with her biological parents today. She dives into how her upbringing shaped her relationships, what healing has looked like for her, and the biggest hurdle she’s had to overcome. We then shift into her cheer journey, from trying out for Navarro to becoming a fan favorite on Cheer, and how she navigated the sudden public attention and its impact on her mental health.

In this week’s episode, the Lautners are joined by actress Brianne Howey! Brianne opens up about where her passion for acting began, her time studying at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, and the shared connection she and Taylor have from appearing on Scream Queens. She shares how becoming a mom has transformed her approach to mental health and self-care, especially while juggling a demanding filming schedule far from home. Brianne reflects on losing her own mother to cancer at 21, how that loss shaped her, and what it’s been like to now raise a child herself. She also talks about her therapy journey, the moment she knew she’d found the right therapist, and the advice she’d give to new or future parents. Plus, she gets candid about being part of Ginny & Georgia (a show that doesn’t shy away from topics like anxiety, abuse, and self-harm), how filming season 3 differed from earlier seasons, and whether playing Georgia has brought healing in unexpected ways.

In this week’s episode, Tay is back for another girl-talk episode with content creator and beauty advocate Golloria! Born in South Sudan, Golloria opens up about her early experience as a refugee, the bullying she faced growing up, and how she found confidence and community online. She shares where her love of beauty began, the moment she made her first viral “darkest shade” video, and the brands she believes are truly doing the work when it comes to inclusivity - starting with Rhode and Hailey Bieber. Golloria gets honest about maintaining integrity as a creator, the boundaries she sets with social media to protect her peace, and whether launching her own beauty brand could be in her future. Plus, she answers the Lemon 7, including the moment she’d go back to, her favorite form of self-care, and the most misunderstood thing about her!

In this week’s episode, the Lautners are joined by Dancing with the Stars’ reigning Mirrorball champion, Jenna Johnson! Jenna shares where her dance journey began, when she knew she wanted to pursue it professionally, and how she keeps the passion alive even when dance is also her job. She opens up about working alongside her husband, Val Chmerkovskiy, on DWTS, how they create boundaries between work and home, and her experience winning the most recent season alongside Joey Graziadei — plus, what made him such a special partner. Jenna also gets candid about motherhood: how it’s shifted her priorities, the parts she didn’t expect, and how she’s learning to navigate “mom guilt.” She opens up about her miscarriage journey, the emotions that followed, when she realized she needed therapy, and the anxiety around trying to conceive again. Jenna also offers heartfelt advice for women facing miscarriage or infertility, then shares what’s next for her!