Live Love Lab with Heather Gay
141 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 61 ratingsWelcome to Live Love Lab, the behind the scenes podcast from Beauty Lab + Laser. Hosted by Real Housewife of Salt Lake City, Heather Gay and her Real BadAss Business Partner, Dre Robinson. This is your chance to hear about beauty secrets the medical industry doesn't want to share, what it's really like to be a woman in business, and why #BeautyLabbers are passionate about defining what BEAUTIFUL means for themselves. You will hear #Dreather tell their story as female entrepreneurs, snark on the medspa industry, and give you "All The Best! No BS!" about Living, Loving, and Labbing. Join us and see why our philosophy is: Life is Short, Buy the Lips!!
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85: Backwards and in High Heels
August 22, 2023 15:01 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBThere is something magic about women coming together and making things happen. Heather Gay and Dre are tapping into their inner feminist and shouting from the rooftops about the inspiring women in the world who make things happen, and create art, beauty, change, and hope. Join us for all the feels about the power of women! #TheLabLovesYou!
84: The Barbie Episode
August 15, 2023 18:08 - 36 minutes - 49.8 MBThe Barbie Movie is sweeping the nation, and we are ON BOARD! Join Heather Gay and Dre as we discuss the movie, what we loved, what we didn't and how we are ALL Barbie! #TheLabLovesYOU
83: Fatal Flaws And The Wise Critic
July 25, 2023 13:07 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MBHeather Gay wants to talk about fatal flaws, and finding the wise critic who will point them out. Are these personality traits we should change? Or do they make us uniquely us? Go deep with Dreather today as we lovingly critique one another's fatal flaws. #TheLabLovesYou
82: What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Stronger
July 04, 2023 17:06 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBWe are in our feels today, reminiscing about the journey of Beauty Lab and Laser, and the things we never thought we could overcome and did. It's a metaphor for life, and Heather Gay and Dre are here to tell you to "put your feet on the cold tile floor" and keep going. As Kelly Clarkson says, "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger." Don't Leave! And remember, The Lab Loves YOU!
81: PRIDE LGBTQIA+ Media And Why It Matters!
June 27, 2023 18:42 - 40 minutes - 56 MBHeather Gay and Dre are wrapping up Pride Month with a final installment of our PRIDE series with a discussion with our resident Lesbian at the Lab- Elsha! As a Gen Z young adult who came out in high school, representation in the media meant everything to her, and we are thrilled to discuss the impact that Queer media and entertainers have had in her life. The Lab Loves You! Happy Pride!!
80: PRIDE A discussion about mental health and suicide in the LGBTQIA+ Community
June 20, 2023 15:26 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBToday we are discussing a somber and sobering topic: Mental health and the concerning suicide rates among the US teen population, and specifically the LGBTQIA+ community. Pride is a time to celebrate, but also to recognize the mental health crisis that members of the LGBTQIA+ community are 4 times as likely to be faced with. If you are struggling with mental health or are having a mental health crisis, there are resources available for you. Dial 988 to connect to the Mental Health Lifeline, a...
79. PRIDE There's no such thing as EXTRA in June!
June 13, 2023 14:59 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBPride month going strong here at BLL! Heather Gay is full of quippy, witty Pride quotes, courtesy of a mass email she received. But why do two straight girls love to celebrate Pride? Parker from TeamBLL is here to SCHOOL us on why it's important as people and as a business to join in the love. #TheLabLovesYOU
78: PRIDE and Where there is no Gray Area
June 06, 2023 15:57 - 39 minutes - 74.6 MBHeather Gay and Dre are BACK! After a long hiatus to film RHOSLC, go on the Bad Mormon Book Tour, and opening the Riverton location of Beauty Lab + Laser, we have returned and in true Dreather fashion, are here to discuss something weighing on our hearts: Moral relativism and how we navigate conflicts when there is no gray area on either side. We are so proud to be allies, and are here to support our LGBTQIA+ community! Happy Pride Month everyone! The Lab Loves YOU!
77: The surprise Cat Whisperer- Heather Gay tackles moving, holidays and personal growth.
December 13, 2022 18:56 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MBWho knew a Jonah Hill documentary could spur such growth!?! Heather updates us on her life, her move, and what has inspired her lately. Spoiler alert- it's Dr. Stutz!
76: Bravocon and Babadook.
October 25, 2022 19:19 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MBWe have full body chills twice in this episode, in a good way and in a bad way! We're downloading our amazing weekend at Bravocon 2022 and talking about SPOOKY SEASON. Our top 2 moments of Bravocon and alllll the feelings about Halloween, good and bad. #TheLabLovesYou!
75: Get to know the Good Time Girl Heather Gay.
October 05, 2022 14:27 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBEveryone loves the Good Time Girl, and today we get a peek behind the curtains with a little game of Q&A.
74. B*tches and Bros. Two premieres in one week!
September 28, 2022 15:51 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBReal Housewife of Salt Lake City Heather Gay has a big week! Two major premieres are happening! Season Three of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and the groundbreaking LGBTQIA+ themed Rom Com "Bros" are both coming out THIS WEEK! Hear what Dreather has to say about it all in this episode of Live Love Lab.
73. THE BAD BROADCAST. A new sense of self with Madi Murphy.
September 21, 2022 14:52 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBMadi Murphy of The Bad Broadcast joins Heather Gay and Dre to talk about life philosophy, Mormonism and our shared experiences.
72: Accidentally at the Emmys.
September 14, 2022 17:20 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBHeather Gay and Dre go to LA and accidentally stumble upon the Emmys, going on at their hotel! Yes, this is a flex, and we don't hold back on the excitement of all the stars we saw and the shows we love!
71: Clap back! Heather Gay smacks down a DM.
September 06, 2022 21:06 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBDreather loves nothing more than defending our work! Today we dissect a troll DM that attacked our careers and industry. Find out why we are proud of the Lab, the services we provide, and what we really think of some dude who threatened to graffiti our beloved billboards!
70: Beaver dams and busy bloggers. Heather Gay's week in review.
August 30, 2022 23:25 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBGuys, this podcast went a little off the rails. But if you really want to know what's going on in the mind and life of Heather Gay, give this one a listen. Today we download the last week, Heather's position on creating a "Beaver Dam" at a concert, gender identity amongst high power women, and her deep love for the muppets.
69. From the mouths of babes! The return of Ashley and Elsha.
August 23, 2022 15:00 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MBThe first born daughters of Heather and Dre, Ashley and Elsha are BACK! They made their Live Love Lab debut back in 2019, and are back to recap freshman year of college, tell us what has changed, and what will always be constant. The girls give us a candid look at their two different paths, and why they are friends for life!
68. Summer should be fun! Summer highs and lows with Heather and Dre.
August 16, 2022 14:14 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBAre we over-scheduling ourselves and our kids during the summer? Heather Gay and Dre discuss summers past, summer present, and catch up about the week!
67. Good Reads From The Bad Mormon: Heather Gay catches us up on everything that's been going down.
August 09, 2022 12:54 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBWelcome Bach! It's Season 4 of Live Love Lab! Heather Gay and Dre are BACK. Heather is here to catch us up on everything that's been going down this summer, from New York, to Thailand, to The Lab, and she may even have a little story to read us from her upcoming book, "Bad Mormon!"
66. I don't know what's going on, but it's a lot. Heather Gay downloads the week.
February 11, 2022 17:16 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBEven before she was a Real Housewife, Heather Gay was Dre's source to the outside world and all things pop culture. And this week is no exception. We don't know what's going on, but it's a lot. John Mayer said Beauty Lab + Laser AND told everyone to "Be a Heather Gay." Heather's friend Heather McDonald passed out on stage, and the Kardashians continue to be major players in the Pop-Culture-Zeitgeist.
65: The New Normal. How has life changed, for better or for worse, in the Pandemic?
January 19, 2022 15:24 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBThe Pandemic is a polarizing issue. Regardless of your feelings on all things surrounding Covid-19, can we all just agree that it sucks and has changed our lives in varying ways? Heather Gay of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City discusses with Dre, some of the ways that life has changed for her.
64: Agree to disagree. When do you take a stand, and when do you sit it out?
December 31, 2021 16:13 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBHeather Gay and Dre love to wax philosophical... And today is no exception! The holidays have us wondering, what are we willing to debate, when can we employ pure avoidance of topics, and what are the value conflicts that cause you to part with someone you love? Join us for this somewhat tricky discussion, some healthy debate about exercise, and a behind the scenes story from season one of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City! The Lab Loves You!
63. Season's greetings, and seasons beating's. A walk down memory lane with Heather Gay and Dre!
December 23, 2021 18:56 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBReal Housewife of Salt Lake City Heather Gay has party girl voice, but that's not going to stop her from going down memory lane of holidays past. Join us for a little chat about the best and worst of Christmas. The Lab Loves You! Happy Holidays everyone! xo
63. Season's greetings, and season’s beatings. A walk down memory lane with Heather Gay and Dre!
December 23, 2021 18:56 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBReal Housewife of Salt Lake City Heather Gay has party girl voice, but that's not going to stop her from going down memory lane of holidays past. Join us for a little chat about the best and worst of Christmas. The Lab Loves You! Happy Holidays everyone! xo
62. Be Weird. Be Rude. Stay Alive! What true crime and true life has taught us lately.
December 08, 2021 16:33 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBHeather Gay of RHOSLC tells us about her weird and scary experience in Hawaii with a MAJOR CREEP, and it leads us to a discussion we don't get cancelled for. No, we aren't advocating for Karens, but rather, advocating for our own instincts and intuition when it comes to safety. If we've learned anything from the True Crime podcast trend, it's that it's ok to be weird, be rude and STAY ALIVE!
61. #TheLabLovesYou. The origin story of the Lab, and why we will never stray from our core values!
November 17, 2021 14:03 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBBeauty Lab + Laser is on TV! RHOSLC has given the world a peak into life at The Lab, and we want to make sure that as we grow, we are always staying true to who we are. Heather Gay may be a Real Housewife of Salt Lake City, but she will always be the heart and soul of the Lab. We value your TIME, MONEY, EXPERIENCE, and OPINION. #TheLabLovesYou!
60. It's never too late to become who you really are. @Kweerbear, the gay ex-mormon Dad.
November 10, 2021 21:37 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBWhen you're fluent in Bravo and Mormon, it's an instant connection to Heather Gay! Michael Allen (@kweerbear) shares his incredible story with us of how we went from Mormon golden boy, to gay ex-mormon single Dad. We discuss how he navigated a mixed-orientation marriage, why he considered conversion therapy, and how he ultimately embraced who he truly is!! ALL THE FEELS.
59: Dealbreakers. What are the dealbreakers in romantic relationships, friendship, and life?
October 27, 2021 20:25 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBHeather's book "Bad Mormon" was announced, and it has us thinking about the book deal that Liz Lemon on 30 Rock got... "Deal Breakers." Would you end a friendship over an accusation of meddling with caterers? Would you enter into a mixed-faith marriage? Can you be in a friendship that requires a lot of communication? Today, we are discussing our dealbreakers, and the boundaries we need in order to not break!
58: Panning For Gold. What is the difference between a rebound relationship and a second chance?
October 20, 2021 15:18 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBAdele has reminded us that sometime we are panning for gold in a river that has no gold left... for us, at least! Today we are talking about second chances, rebound relationships, and moving on after heartbreak.
57. This podcast is weak as balls. Why do we attribute masculine as strong and feminine as weak?
October 13, 2021 13:04 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBWe are on a soap box today about masculine and feminine traits, and how society has dictated some stuff to us that absolutely doesn't make sense. Listen to Betty White... She speaks the truth!!
56. Coping after loss: What are we willing to do to have closure?
October 06, 2021 17:57 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB*Trigger Warning* This week we are talking about some heavy stuff. Death, loss, suicide, anger, faith, the afterlife, and the things our brains do to cope with loss. We are getting deep and vulnerable here, including processing our own faith transitions and what it means when coping with the loss of loved ones.
55. Hahahaha, No! What changed at the Lab when we said "No" to industry standards.
September 29, 2021 14:47 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBThe Lab Loves YOU! And the Lab LOVES to say "NO" to the things that make us uncomfortable in the Med Spa industry. No secretive pricing, no long waits, no tipping, no commission, no markups on products. This Beauty Lab + Laser focussed episode is all about the Lab and what we love to say no to, to have a business we would want to go to!
54. Beauty Lab After Dark: Does "practice makes perfect" apply to sex and relationships?
September 21, 2021 19:31 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBMalcom Gladwell introduced his "10,000 hour rule" in his book "The Outliers" and we are wondering why do we apply this to business, sports, talents, etc., but not necessarily to sex, relationships, and parenting. Join us for an "after dark" episode where we get real about navigating societal standards for women, broken hearts, and whether or not sex is better after 10,000 hours of practice.
53: New York is always a good idea, especially when it's for WWHL. Our NYC trip!
September 15, 2021 13:51 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBWe want to be a part of it... New York, New York!! Heather Gay took her daughter Ashley to NYC for the filming of Watch What Happens Live! And Dre got to tag along. Join us for a download of our trip, a helpful "just the tip" and the "apple and worm" of our experience. RHOSLC
Food Glorious Food! Singles Snacks and Food Hacks with Dreather
September 07, 2021 20:38 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBWe decided to go for a lighter topic this week, because sometimes life is heavy and our go-to comfort is FOOD. We have a love for food and we are all about sharing the love. We have snacks we only eat when we are single/alone, and the rituals that make us feel safe and at home. And of course, some singing from Heather Gay. Grab an espresso mimosa and enjoy.
52. Food Glorious Food! Singles Snacks and Food Hacks with Dreather
September 07, 2021 20:38 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBWe decided to go for a lighter topic this week, because sometimes life is heavy and our go-to comfort is FOOD. We have a love for food and we are all about sharing the love. We have snacks we only eat when we are single/alone, and the rituals that make us feel safe and at home. And of course, some singing from Heather Gay. Grab an espresso mimosa and enjoy.
51. Ageism in Beauty. When are you too old to be considered sexy?
August 27, 2021 20:27 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBWe are obsessed with Polina Porizkova. She's 56 and #somewherebetweenJLoandBettyWhite. Join us for a discussion about beauty standards for women of all ages, and how our own programming dictates how we feel about ourselves and others! Also, enjoy the first 12 minutes of a serious ADD meltdown. Wouldn't be #Dreather without some serious derailing!
Live Love Lab: Ageism. Can a woman be too old to feel beautiful?
August 27, 2021 20:27 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBWe are obsessed with Polina Porizkova. She's 56 and #somewherebetweenJLoandBettyWhite. Join us for a discussion about beauty standards for women of all ages, and our own programming about this very thing! Also, enjoy the first 12 minutes of a serious ADD meltdown. Wouldn't be Dreather without some serious derailing!
Live Love Lab: Ageism in Beauty. When are you too old to be considered sexy?
August 27, 2021 20:27 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBWe are obsessed with Polina Porizkova. She's 56 and #somewherebetweenJLoandBettyWhite. Join us for a discussion about beauty standards for women of all ages, and how our own programming dictates how we feel about ourselves and others! Also, enjoy the first 12 minutes of a serious ADD meltdown. Wouldn't be #Dreather without some serious derailing!
50. Living our PRIDE with advntrmate Shane Glade-Welch
August 19, 2021 19:36 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBHeather and Shane have been bffs for years, and today we talked all about friendship, connection, and what it means to have pride for the life you're living and embracing who you were born to be.
Live Love Lab: Living our PRIDE with advntrmate Shane Glade-Welch
August 19, 2021 19:36 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBHeather and Shane have been bffs for years, and today we talked all about friendship, connection, and what it means to have pride for the life you're living and embracing who you were born to be.
49. Musical Therapy. Our night with Orville Peck + @FurOnFleek
August 12, 2021 13:59 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBMusic is therapy!! And this episode, we are joined by Shay Ludwig aka @FurOnFleek to talk about his night at the Orville Peck concert. We knew the fringed cowboy country crooner would BRING IT, but we couldn't have predicted how impactful this night would turn out to be.
Live Love Lab: Musical Therapy. Our night with Orville Peck + @FurOnFleek
August 12, 2021 13:59 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBMusic is therapy!! And this episode, we are joined by Shay Ludwig aka @FurOnFleek to talk about his night at the Orville Peck concert. We knew the fringed cowboy country crooner would BRING IT, but we couldn't have predicted how impactful this night would turn out to be.
Live Love Lab: All things Olympics!
August 05, 2021 16:10 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBSometimes we just like to record ourselves talking. And today we wanted to talk about the Olympics. What is happening with the Olympics that we are enraged about, and how proud we are of our fellow Utah participants. Also, Heather gets to brag about how good she is at geography and trivia. Join us!
48. All things Olympics!
August 05, 2021 16:10 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBSometimes we just like to record ourselves talking. And today we wanted to talk about the Olympics. What is happening with the Olympics that we are enraged about, and how proud we are of our fellow Utah participants. Also, Heather gets to brag about how good she is at geography and trivia. Join us!
Live Love Lab: FREE BRITNEY
July 30, 2021 17:22 - 41 minutes - 38 MBHeather has been talking about Free Britney for ages, and Dre is finally on the bandwagon. Join us as we discuss the Free Britney movement and why everyone should be on board.
47. FREE BRITNEY
July 30, 2021 17:22 - 41 minutes - 38 MBHeather has been talking about Free Britney for ages, and Dre is finally on the bandwagon. Join us as we discuss the Free Britney movement and why everyone should be on board.
46. Suddenly Single. Singleness and the family hierarchy.
July 22, 2021 13:48 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBWant to feel single? Go on a family trip with your extended family. Dreather wants to dig into it and talk about what it means to be suddenly single after years of marriage and laugh about both the subtle and more obvious changes in family and friend dynamics.
Live Love Lab: Suddenly Single. Singleness and the family hierarchy.
July 22, 2021 13:48 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBWant to feel single? Go on a family trip with your extended family. Dreather wants to dig into it and talk about what it means to be suddenly single after years of marriage and laugh about both the subtle and more obvious changes in family and friend dynamics.
45. Musical Therapy. Heather Gay from #RHOSLC talks about her night with Kristin Chenoweth!
July 15, 2021 19:10 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MBMusic Can Heal Our Souls! We are gonna get deep, get spiritual, and get real, while Heather Gay from the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City recounts her night seeing Kristin Chenoweth perform at Deer Valley with the Utah Symphony. SO. MANY. TEARS. We believe breakthroughs can happen through music, and this is the proof!! Thank you so much to Kristin Chenoweth and the Utah Symphony for a beautiful night of musical therapy!