#963. Would you get a facelift at 33? Would you become a parent on your own? 

Spencer Hedges has done both—and he's not holding anything back! This week on Off the Vine, Spencer opens up about becoming a father through IVF and surrogacy, including what the process actually costs, how he chose his surrogate, and why he never felt the need to wait for a relationship to become a dad. He also shares what it was really like to be diagnosed with bipolar disorder, gets candid about his facelift, and reveals why the brow lift recovery was the worst pain he's ever experienced!

Plus, Spencer and Kaitlyn dive into beauty standards, confidence, and the products actually worth splurging on versus the drugstore buys he'd recommend every time!

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#962. Margaret Josephs is entering a brand new chapter... and it does not include The Real Housewives of New Jersey.

For the first time on Off the Vine, Margaret opens up about her decision to walk away after seven seasons, the behind-the-scenes conversations with Bravo, why she actually went back to film before ultimately deciding to leave for good, and whether she'd ever return.

She and Kaitlyn also recap filming Reality Retreat together, share hilarious behind-the-scenes stories from the Dominican Republic, reveal which castmates surprised them the most, and laugh about a few moments they're already nervous to watch back when the show airs.

The conversation goes far beyond reality TV as Margaret gets candid about being misunderstood, the lawsuit that changed her multi-million-dollar business, why she joined Housewives in the first place, building new businesses from the ground up, and what's next—including the other television projects she's already working on!

It's honest, funny, unfiltered, and packed with behind-the-scenes stories you won't hear anywhere else. Enjoy!

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#961. Jaclyn Johnson has built businesses, sold them, bought them back, started over, and learned that success doesn’t always look the way you think it will.

This week, Jaclyn joins Kaitlyn for a refreshingly honest conversation about the highs and lows behind building Create & Cultivate, what it actually felt like to sell the company she poured everything into, and why buying it back became one of the biggest full-circle moments of her career. She opens up about navigating burnout, a breast cancer diagnosis that shifted her perspective, moving back to New York, and the lessons she’s learned through every major pivot along the way.

Plus, Kaitlyn puts Jaclyn’s investor instincts to the test in a game of Invest or Pass, pitching everything from startup ideas to some of the biggest brands we all know as Jaclyn reveals what she’d invest in, what she’d pass on, and why.

Whether you’ve followed Jaclyn for years or this is your first introduction, this conversation goes far beyond business. It’s about reinvention, resilience, taking risks, and finding the courage to bet on yourself—no matter what chapter you’re in.

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#960. Most people know Dhar Mann as the face behind the viral videos that inspire millions around the world. But what you don't always see is everything that happened before the success.

In this episode, Dhar opens up about growing up as the son of immigrant parents, feeling like an outsider, navigating public failure, and why he believes the hardest seasons of life often become the foundation for your greatest purpose. We talk about the businesses that didn't work out, the moment he was ready to quit after creating video after video with little traction, and how one final upload changed everything.

We also get into the serendipitous story of how he met his wife, why he believes every twist and setback in life is leading you exactly where you're meant to be, and the surprisingly funny story behind buying Khloé Kardashian's former home. It's proof that the moments that don't make sense in the moment often end up meaning everything.

Whether you're chasing a dream, picking yourself back up after a setback, or simply trying to figure out what's next, this conversation is a reminder that your biggest breakthrough might be hiding inside the chapter you want to skip!

You can check out Dhar's new podcast "What Happens Next", Out Now!

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#959. Manifestation has become such a buzzword... but what does it actually mean, and why does it feel like it's working for everyone except you?

Gabrielle Bernstein is back on Off the Vine to unpack what manifestation really is, why anxiety, overthinking, and perfectionism could be the very things standing in your way, and how healing your core beliefs can change what you attract into your life.

From letting go of control to calming your nervous system, Gabby shares the mindset shifts and everyday practices that have transformed her own life. Then things get personal as Kaitlyn works through one of her own core wounds live on the podcast, uncovering how childhood experiences may still be shaping the way she shows up in her relationships today.

If you've ever felt like you're doing everything "right" but still not getting what you want, this conversation might be exactly what you needed.

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#958. Somehow the guy who built a career talking about being single... has a girlfriend.

Jared Freid joins Kaitlyn to share how he ended up getting back together with the woman he once broke up with, why writing his new book Walking Red Flag forced him to relive every dating mistake he's ever made, and what finally changed for him when it came to commitment.

From dating apps and first-date hot takes to the "icks" that are actually valid, Jared shares the dating advice women actually want to hear. He also opens up about taking a year off alcohol, why it unexpectedly changed his life, the surprising reason he decided to try Ozempic, and how he's navigating a healthy relationship after years of talking about dating for a living.

If you've ever overanalyzed a text, questioned someone's mixed signals, or wondered if modern dating is just... broken, this episode is for you.

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#957. After spending nearly two decades in the spotlight, Gia Giudice joins Kaitlyn for a candid conversation about growing up on The Real Housewives of New Jersey and navigating life in one of reality TV's most talked-about families.

From dealing with tabloids as a teenager to living through some of her family's most public challenges, Gia reflects on the highs, the lows, and how those experiences shaped the person she is today. She also opens up about moving out on her own, why living alone has been unexpectedly healing for her mental health, and the pressure that comes with being the oldest daughter in a family millions of people have watched grow up.

Gia shares an update on her relationship with her dad and the ongoing effort to bring him back to the United States, talks about gaining Louie as a stepfather, and reveals why viewers will see a more authentic and open version of her on Season 2 of Next Gen NYC.

Plus, details on her new restaurant venture, Il Vero, putting more of her personal life on camera, Bravo hot takes, and a hilarious round of Toast or Roast.

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#956. Hannah Brown is back, and we have a LOT to catch up on!

We kick things off with the diagnosis that had doctors initially thinking Hannah had a double uterus. She shares what they ultimately discovered, how her recent surgery went, and why the experience has changed the conversations she's having about family planning.

Then we talk married life with Adam one year in, their full-blown house renovation (seriously, it's getting the Kris Jenner facelift), and why they'll be living out of their home for months!!

Plus, Hannah shares the real-life inspiration behind her new book Reasons to Be Loved by You—including a storyline inspired by her brother dating her ex's ex. Yes, really!

From fertility and future plans to marriage, home renovations, and relationship drama that somehow turned into a romance novel, Hannah has plenty of updates since the last time she was on the pod.

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#955. It's Kaitlyn's birthday, so naturally she's doing a Solo Dolo and catching you up on everything that's been happening lately!

After asking listeners to submit questions, the conversation goes everywhere—from the reality of starting over in New York and learning to embrace a new chapter, to why some parts of life are feeling more worth protecting these days. Kaitlyn also reflects on turning 41, what she's excited about for the year ahead, and a few dreams she's still hoping to make happen.

And of course, there are plenty of stories. Including a wildly chaotic CMA Fest weekend that involved Snooki, a spontaneous tattoo, dancing on a bar, and an embarrassing moment that still has her cringing.

Think of this one as a birthday catch-up between friends. Let's get into it!

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#954. RaeLynn is manifesting Dancing with the Stars, defending Luke Bryan's viral "AI" song, sharing the country song she wishes she'd written, and revealing why Blake Shelton is exactly who you think he is.

Kaitlyn and RaeLynn kick things off by recapping CMA Fest before diving into all things country music—from dream collaborations and the legendary artists RaeLynn has shared the stage with to songwriting, life on tour, and the moments that shaped her career. They also talk living with Type 1 diabetes, her passion for giving back, and a Justin Bieber confession Kaitlyn definitely wasn't expecting.

Tune in for a conversation that's funny, heartfelt, and proves RaeLynn is truly as sweet as sugar!

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