Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The episode you’ve been waiting for! I’m joined by Lauren Conrad to talk about it all—from the early 2000s chaos of Los Angeles, paparazzi, and filming The Hills, to the quiet, grounded life she’s built in Laguna Beach today.
Lauren opens up about trust, privacy, motherhood, aging, and why the recent reunion felt like the right—and final—way to close the chapter on her TV career. She shares what it was really like surviving intense public scrutiny, finding peace off camera, and why having creative control this time around was a non-negotiable.
We also get into marriage, beauty, turning 40, living without cameras—and of course, I had to ask her if she’ll be voting for Spencer Pratt in the election.
02:20 — Chaos of the Early 2000s & Life Before Camera Phones
03:11 — Dating Privately While Filming The Hills
04:00 — Trust and Keeping a Tight Circle in Hollywood
04:14 — Secret Roommates: The "Sorority House" No One Knew About
05:53 — Living a Quiet Life in Laguna Today
06:58 — The Hills Reunion: Why the First Day Was the Hardest
08:52 — Why Executive Producer Credit Was a Dealbreaker
09:40 — The Struggles of Seeing Yourself Age on Camera
11:18 — Leaning into Nostalgia Over Drama
11:43 — Butterflies and the Anxiety of Press Tours
13:37 — Turning 40: Throwing a "Laguna Prom" Birthday Party
14:36 — Why Lauren Prefers Privacy Over Social Media
15:23 — Motherhood: Raising "Boy Moms" and Smart Kids
17:04 — Beauty Secrets, Botox, and Facial Massages
17:48 — Clean Eating and Cutting Back on Alcohol
19:33 — The Real Reason Lauren Agreed to the Reunion
20:12 — Closing the Chapter on Her Entertainment Career
21:07 — Reflecting on the Non-Stop Grind of Reality TV
22:13 — Breaking Up with Jason Wahler on Camera
23:31 — The Famous Wedding: Lauren Leaving Heidi & Spencer’s
24:56 — Behind the Scenes of the "Drive Away" Sequence
30:29 — Relationships with the Cast & Reconnecting with Lo Bosworth
33:28 — The Paparazzi Era: Climbing Trees and Backseat Hiding
35:40 — Social Media: Would it Have Made The Hills Better or Worse?
37:34 — Reacting to Viral Skits and "Idiot Shivers"
39:35 — Vulnerability and the Science of the "Ugly Cry"
50:28 — Marriage: A Valentine’s Blind Date
53:09 — The Keys to a Successful Marriage & Parenting
55:13 — Will She Vote for Spencer Pratt?
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The episode you’ve been waiting for! I’m joined by Lauren Conrad to talk about it all—from the early 2000s chaos of Los Angeles, paparazzi, and filming The Hills, to the quiet, grounded life she’s built in Laguna Beach today.
Lauren opens up about trust, privacy, motherhood, aging, and why the recent reunion felt like the right—and final—way to close the chapter on her TV career. She shares what it was really like surviving intense public scrutiny, finding peace off camera, and why having creative control this time around was a non-negotiable.
We also get into marriage, beauty, turning 40, living without cameras—and of course, I had to ask her if she’ll be voting for Spencer Pratt in the election.
02:20 — Chaos of the Early 2000s & Life Before Camera Phones
03:11 — Dating Privately While Filming The Hills
04:00 — Trust and Keeping a Tight Circle in Hollywood
04:14 — Secret Roommates: The "Sorority House" No One Knew About
05:53 — Living a Quiet Life in Laguna Today
06:58 — The Hills Reunion: Why the First Day Was the Hardest
08:52 — Why Executive Producer Credit Was a Dealbreaker
09:40 — The Struggles of Seeing Yourself Age on Camera
11:18 — Leaning into Nostalgia Over Drama
11:43 — Butterflies and the Anxiety of Press Tours
13:37 — Turning 40: Throwing a "Laguna Prom" Birthday Party
14:36 — Why Lauren Prefers Privacy Over Social Media
15:23 — Motherhood: Raising "Boy Moms" and Smart Kids
17:04 — Beauty Secrets, Botox, and Facial Massages
17:48 — Clean Eating and Cutting Back on Alcohol
19:33 — The Real Reason Lauren Agreed to the Reunion
20:12 — Closing the Chapter on Her Entertainment Career
21:07 — Reflecting on the Non-Stop Grind of Reality TV
22:13 — Breaking Up with Jason Wahler on Camera
23:31 — The Famous Wedding: Lauren Leaving Heidi & Spencer’s
24:56 — Behind the Scenes of the "Drive Away" Sequence
30:29 — Relationships with the Cast & Reconnecting with Lo Bosworth
33:28 — The Paparazzi Era: Climbing Trees and Backseat Hiding
35:40 — Social Media: Would it Have Made The Hills Better or Worse?
37:34 — Reacting to Viral Skits and "Idiot Shivers"
39:35 — Vulnerability and the Science of the "Ugly Cry"
50:28 — Marriage: A Valentine’s Blind Date
53:09 — The Keys to a Successful Marriage & Parenting
55:13 — Will She Vote for Spencer Pratt?
A word from our sponsors:
Vivrelle - Go to vivrelle.com and apply for a membership today using referral code HONEST for your first month of membership free - the code will also allow you to skip the Vivrelle waitlist.
Sam Edelman - Visit us at samedelman.com to explore everything you need for spring and get 15% off with code honest15.
Armra - Go to armra.com/HONEST or enter HONEST to get 30% off your first subscription order.
Hiya - Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal, you must go to hiyahealth.com/HONEST.
Wayfair - Way Day is THE sale to shop the best deals in home – we’re talking up to 80% OFF with fast and FREE shipping on everything! Head to Wayfair.com April 25th through the 27th to shop Way Day. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.
Ladder - If you have an iPhone, head to ladder.fit/HONEST and take a quick quiz to find your perfect Ladder plan. Use my link and get a free 7-day trial with NO credit card, and $10 off your first month if you join.
Taylor Farms - Grab a Taylor Farms chopped salad kit. And get your salad together!
For more Let’s Be Honest, follow along at:
Instagram: instagram.com/kristincavallari
TikTok: tiktok.com/@kristincavallari
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCSJqT36l3imYtr_QF6LFNXA
Produced by Dear Media.
Follow Dear Media:
Listen: dearmedia.com/shows
Instagram: instagram.com/dearmediastudio
TikTok: tiktok.com/@dearmedia
Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/dear-media
Shop Dear Media:
shop.dearmedia.com
ABOUT DEAR MEDIA
Dear Media is the largest podcast network focused on amplifying women’s voices and audiences. Founded in 2018, DM hosts 80+ podcasts fronted by top-tier talent and has a following of more than 60M across social channels. DM is building the podcast incubator of the future through a 360-degree business model, providing unparalleled support from concept to editorial, production, distribution, and commerce extensions. Due to its highly engaged and vast consumer audience, the network attracts global brands and digital savvy partners.
