Back to the Beach with Kristin and Stephen
Go behind the scenes of everyone’s favorite iconic hit MTV reality TV series, “Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County,” with OG cast members, Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti, as they rewatch episodes for the first time in 18 years. The former sweethearts relive their high school experiences, break down the truth of what happened on and off camera, including which fights were real, which hookups got complicated, and of course, what really happened in Cabo. Tune in every Tuesday for new episodes of Back to the Beach with Kristin and Stephen, a Dear Media Original podcast.
Episodes
The day has finally arrived: the Back to the Beach Series Finale. Let’s go back, back to the beginning one last time as our hosts say goodbye to their two seasons of Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County. They reflect on making the podcast, learning more about each other nearly 20 years after their relationship, and answer a few final voicemails.
Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Our hosts relive some emotional goodbyes and look back on wrapping production on Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County. And Kristin explains how many college classes she actually attended.
Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Stephen and Kristin experience watching a breakup that isn’t their own! And we find out how the Laguna Beach crew convinced Kristin to film pick-up scenes toward the end of summer. Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Cast members from both Seasons 1 and 2 reunite to raise money for victims of a landslide in Laguna Beach, California. But drama between Lauren and Jason dominates the episode and our hosts are here to explain. Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Jessica is here and ready to talk about her ‘toxic’ behavior in Season 2. Our hosts are finally getting her side of the story and how she feels looking back on the cast’s high school graduation, and Laguna Beach as a whole.
Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Laguna Beach’s resident Bad Boy, Jason Wahler, is in the hot seat and nothing is off-limits. Jason shares what happened with Alex M, Jessica Smith, and Lauren Conrad. He also opens up about his struggle with alcoholism and its impact on his reality television career and after.
Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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A new, unlikely LB couple forms at a backyard BBQ. Kristin and Stephen break down this new duo’s first date and their own opinions on the pairing. Also, recording this episode in Nashville reminds Stephen about a music video he starred in years ago. More on that too. Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Put on your boutonnieres and corsages, it’s prom time, again! Kristin and Stephen dish on all the promposals, the outfits, and, of course, the drama at the dance.
Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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We’ve come to the dreaded “fiesta” episode. Kristin walks us through her brief interaction with Jessica’s new crush and what she did off-camera to fix it. And Stephen recalls his first kiss with Lauren Conrad.
Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Rumors are flying in Laguna Beach, California and our hosts are here to dispel, confirm, and possibly start some new ones. Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Our hosts sit down with one-third of Season 2’s love triangle, Alex Murrel, now Alex Johnson, to find out just how long she and Jason dated, what their friendship was like before the show, and who really were friends behind the scenes. Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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We’re back in Cabo, but this time the drama doesn’t involve our hosts. However, we can guarantee that as the tequila begins to flow, so do… so many feelings... Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Back to the Beach Pro Tip: You don’t have to be friends with everyone. So let’s reflect on this episode’s tense scenes and love triangles with that particular gem in mind. Also, did Kristin get into USC?
Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Pack your North Faces and Uggs, we're going to Mammoth! It’s Ski Week for Laguna Beach High School seniors. Our hosts look back at fun in the snow and how crazy these trips got. Also and equally important, how do Kristin and Stephen feel about puzzles nowadays?
Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Valentine’s Day is finally here on Back to the Beach and there’s a lot to clear up. Stephen explains why he gave out so many bouquets and Kristin talks about staying friends with her exes. Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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It’s time for a good old-fashioned high school dance, biz-natches! Let’s critique the asks, the hair extensions, and, of course, the grinding. Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Much to her surprise, Kristin discovers she’s still embroiled in Talan and Taylor’s brewing romance. And despite being a slow week on the show for Stephen, our host admits to a short-lived fling Kristin never knew about. Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Kristin and Stephen sit down with the very suave and hilarious Talan Torriero. And he helps our hosts finally settle a long-standing dispute from Season 1. Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Stephen looks back on a very different trip to Mexico than he’s used to while Kristin investigates what really happened to him south of the border. And, did Stephen ever consider joining The Hills? Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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Our hosts enjoy a spirited debate on cheating while looking back at Jessica and Jason’s tumultuous and short-lived relationship. Plus, find out why scenes filmed in cars were generally the most authentic… Hosted by Kristin Cavallari and Stephen Colletti.
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