In this episode, Melissa, Juju, and Vinnie reunite to break down a wild week of personal revelations and cultural milestones. The crew gets candid about the pressures of "adulting," personal health scares, and the complex relationship they each have with their own vices—from coffee and nicotine to gambling and hallucinogens. Melissa finally shares the long-awaited resolution to her New York travel saga, exploring how a series of stressful lies eventually smoothed over into a lesson about trust and divine timing. To wrap things up, the trio dives deep into a passionate analysis of the most recent Super Bowl, focusing heavily on the historic, unapologetically Latino halftime performance by Bad Bunny that left them emotional and inspired to live more authentically.In this episode we cover:The Struggle of AdultingFavorite Presidents & Political HistoryPersonal Health & Lab ResultsSleep SchedulesVices and AddictionsEdibles & HallucinogensThe New York Trip RevealSuper Bowl CommercialsBad Bunny’s Halftime Show

In this episode of Pa LA Calle, we’re trying to figure out why it’s 80 degrees in Los Angeles during the "winter" while the rest of the world freezes. Juju opens up about his journey with diabetes and puts his blood sugar to the test by taking a spicy ginger shot live on the show. We also get into a heated debate about the best Super Bowl party foods (and what makes you look cheap), spiral down a rabbit hole about Chinese Zodiac signs, and make some live phone calls to find out what men actually want for Valentine's Day.LA Weather vs. The World: Dealing with heatwaves in winter and Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction.Super Bowl Talk: Betting the "firstborn child" on Seattle, the dynasty of the Patriots, and the hatred for East Coast teams.The Food Debate: Top 4 Super Bowl foods, the tragedy of "seven-layer dip," and judging people who only bring Little Caesars or sandwiches to a party.Health & Diabetes: Juju breaks down his A1C levels, the effects of a "cheat day" in Puerto Novo, and how stress/emotion spikes blood sugar.The Ginger Shot Experiment: Melissa brings in a ginger shot to see how Juju's glucose monitor reacts to natural roots.Chinese Zodiac Paranoia: Discovering our signs (Rabbit vs. Horse vs. Goat) and why Melissa is terrified of the "Year of the Horse."Valentine’s Day for Men: We call some of the people that are close to us to ask what men really want for V-DayDating & Maturity: The math behind age gaps in relationships and why women mature faster than men.The College Dilemma: A deep dive into parenting, the pressure of university tuition vs. trade schools, and Vinnie’s personal story of getting through Cal State LA.Let It Be: Learning to let go of control when it comes to your kids' futures.

Welcome back to another chaotic and heartfelt episode of Pa LA Calle! This week, we are all over the place—literally. Melissa is convinced a cheap magnetic light from the internet is melting her phone and is fresh off getting her stitches removed (with some questionable medical advice attached).We also take a moment to get serious and address the heavy news week, discussing the impact of recent ICE raids on our community, the importance of voting, and how to manage "doomscrolling" fatigue without losing your humanity.But it wouldn’t be us without the laughs. We transition into some spicy Valentine's Day advice for the fellas, a wild debate about "retirement plans" (which somehow turns into a conversation about IUDs and Costco Plan B), and we pick sides in the Brooklyn vs. Victoria Beckham family feud.In this episode:The Magnet Conspiracy: Melissa bought a magnetic selfie light that she swears is overheating her phone, sparking a debate on whether magnets actually ruin modern screens or if Melissa just needs a new phone.Melissa’s Medical Update: Melissa shares the painful experience of getting her stitches removed and questions why her doctor is pushing for physical therapy for a finger injury.Community & Mental Health: A raw and honest conversation about the current political climate, the stress of the news cycle, and why it’s okay to protect your peace while still staying informed and active.Valentine’s Day Rules: The crew lays down the law—The "Retirement Plan" Scare: Melissa reveals she got her IUD removed, leading to a hilarious (and panicked) discussion about accidental pregnancies, vasectomies, and the "Russian Roulette" of retirement planning.Pop Culture Deep Dive: We discuss Kanye West’s recent apology and break down the "Peltz-Beckham" wedding drama. Is Brooklyn a spoiled brat, or did Victoria Beckham pull a monster-in-law move with the dress?Word of the Week: "Privilege." We talk about recognizing it, using it for good, and leading with love in difficult times.👇 Let us know in the comments: What is your dream retirement plan? Are you moving to the beach like Melissa, or just trying to survive the week?Don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more weekly chaos!#PaLACalle #Podcast #BeckhamDrama #ValentinesDay #MentalHealthAwareness #VinnieMack #MelissaRios

Episode 82 of Pa’ La Calle Pod is here, and let’s just say… the vibes are heavy, the pants are high, and the secrets are coming out! 🕵️‍♀️ Kicking things off with a heated debate on "high waters" and the science of sagging, the crew quickly pivots to a much more serious note.Juju gets incredibly vulnerable and shares a life-changing health update. He breaks down the wake-up call, the medication journey, and the reality of navigating a "sugar-coated" world. Meanwhile, Melissa was sporting a massive hand wrap the other day and puts Vinnie and Juju to the test with Two Lies, One Truth about how she got her stitches. Is she a master storyteller or just a master liar? 🤥👀The conversation moves from personal health to public personas as the crew dives into the "natural vs. lab-grown" debate—from IVF and surrogacy to those massive engagement rings on your feed. Plus, Juju tells a "diva" JLo story you have to hear to believe!👖 The Great Pant Debate: Are Melissa's pants too short or is she just too tall? 🍭 Juju’s new reality with Metformin and curbing the carb cravings. 🖐️ The Lefty Struggle: Melissa learns the hard way that the world (and deodorant) isn't built for lefties. 💎 Lab-Grown Drama: Why are women "hating" on lab diamonds and "unnatural" pregnancies? ⛪️ Mega Church Madness: Breaking down the Duski parody and pastors in Dior. 🏈 Fernando Mendoza’s Story: Indiana’s QB, a national title, and a touching tribute to his mom. 🚫 The Diva Protocol: Juju's behind-the-scenes encounter with JLo’s five-person handler chain. 🍿 Thanos Snap Dilemma: If your "snapped" spouse comes back 5 years later and you’re remarried… who are you choosing? 🤨💬 Question of the Week: It’s been 5 years since the Thanos snap. You’ve remarried and have a new life, but your old spouse suddenly reappears. Do you go back to your "one true love" or stay with your new family? Drop your choice in the comments! 👇#PaLaCallePod #HealthUpdate #JLoDiva #RelationshipDilemmas #LabGrownDiamonds #ThanosSnap #LeftHandedProblems #PodcastLatino #VinnieMack #MelissaRios #JuJu

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We are BACK for Season 6 of the Pa LA Calle podcast! Melissa Rios, Juju, and Vinnie return to the mics after the holiday break to catch up on everything from Golden Globes snubs to wild internet theories.In this jam-packed season premiere, the crew kicks things off with a reaction to Amy Poehler’s Golden Globe win for best podcast. We then dive deep into what’s dominating our social media feeds. Vinnie breaks down a mind-blowing NFL conspiracy theory involving the San Francisco 49ers' Levi's Stadium, an electromagnetic field, and their endless string of injuries (including George Kittle).Melissa brings the heat with a major "Chismosa" segment, breaking down the shocking influencer divorce of Christie and Desmond Scott. This leads to a fiery hot take on why you need to stop taking relationship advice from social media couples and the reality of "business marriages."Later, we tackle the rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence.We discuss the need for AI disclaimers, struggles with ChatGPT changing faces in photos, and how creators can use AI tools like DaVinci Resolve for editing instead of just brain-rotting on content.Finally, the team gets vulnerable with personal check-ins about holiday struggles, car disasters, and new DJ gigs. We wrap up by revealing our collective New Year’s resolution word for 2026: STRUCTURE. It’s time to stop relying only on talent and start putting in the calculated effort.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Let us know your favorite podcast in the comments below.Topics Covered in This Episode:Golden Globes reaction: Amy Poehler and podcast awards.The Burnt PeanutThe wild NFL conspiracy theory about the 49ers stadium and injuries.TikTok & Instagram algorithms: What’s on our feeds?The hilarious story of the unwanted manatee collection.Deep Dive: The Christie and Desmond Scott influencer divorce and infidelity.HOT TAKE: Why you shouldn't trust online relationship advice.The impact of AI on creativity, music, and podcast editing.Personal life updates: Dealing with setbacks and saying "yes" to new opportunities.The 2026 Word of the Year: Implementing STRUCTURE in life and work.

It’s the Season Finale of Pa’ La Calle Pod! 🎉 The crew kicks off Episode 80 with Melissa’s wild story about her husband waking her up yelling “The Russians are coming!” — aka World War III pranks. That chaos leads into a real convo about Veteran’s Day, military “life hacks”, and how for many, the army feels like the only way out.Then it gets personal 👀 — the hosts reveal their toxic traits (perfectionism, manipulation, and overconfidence). Melissa even issues a formal apology to Yaritza y Su Esencia after hearing their collab with Rosalía, sparking a spicy debate about authenticity vs. culture vultures.The crew also exposes the facade of the entertainment industry — fake followers, bots, and scams 👻 — and how hard it is to stay real in a world built on filters.Plus:🏠 Vinnie reveals his parents’ house was used for a Cuco music video🍕 The “blank canvas” pizza topping debate (pineapple wars!)🎤 Fuerza Regida concert recap — was JOP playing favorites?🧙‍♀️ The Wicked dilemma: Should Vinnie wait two weeks to watch it with Melissa?🤫 Melissa’s secret trip she hasn’t told her husband about 👀🙏 Juju opens up about his life changes🎁 A heartfelt holiday message: “Presence over presents.”💬 Question of the Week:Should Melissa tell her husband about the Dallas trip… or let him find out later? Drop your take in the comments 👇#PaLaCallePod #PodcastLatino #MelissaRios #FuerzaRegida #Rosalia #YaritzaYSuEsencia #LatinoPodcast #ToxicTraits

Welcome to Episode 79! The crew is ecstatic, stressed, and emotionally wrecked after the Dodgers won the World Series in a historic Game 7! They break down all the incredible moments, from Miguel Rojas's throw to Will Smith's tag and Kershaw's redemption. In other big news, Juju shares some vulnerable, major news about a change at his radio job and the inspiring encounter that gave him perspective. Plus, Juju hosts a "goodbye" pizza party with a live review of the famous Prince Street Pizza, the crew debates "themed" Christmas trees, and Juju shares a spooky ofrenda ghost story.In this episode, we cover:⚾ DODGERS ARE WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS! A full, emotional recap of the historic win.🤯 Game 7 Breakdown: The stress, Miguel Rojas's throw, and Will Smith's game-winning tag.🙏 Karma & Redemption: Discussing the Astros cheating scandal, the "Evil Empire" persona, and Kershaw's playoff legacy.💼 Juju's Big News: Juju shares that he has been "demoted" from the afternoon show and discusses his future.An Inspiring Encounter: How a 21-year-old stranger gave Juju the perspective he needed after a bad week.🍕 Pizza Review: The crew taste-tests Prince Street Pizza (and Melissa needs her Hot Cheetos!).👑 Sexiest Man Alive: Debating People Magazine's choice.🇯🇵 The Shohei Ohtani Secret: Does he really need an interpreter?🎄 Christmas Tree Drama: Melissa's family wants a traditional tree, but she demands a theme!👻 Ghost Story: Juju shares a spooky story about his grandma's ofrenda and a tamal.😢 Season Finale Announcement: 🤔 What was your reaction to the Dodgers' World Series win? And what's your take on "themed" Christmas trees vs. traditional family ones? Let us know below! 👇👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!#palacalle #Episode79 #Dodgers #WorldSeries #DodgersWin #LAFC #Juju #PrinceStreetPizza #PizzaReview #SexiestManAlive #ShoheiOhtani #ChristmasTree #GhostStory #Podcast

Welcome to Episode 78! The crew finally reveals their epic Harry Potter Halloween costumes – Voldemort, Harry Potter, and Draco Malfoy! To celebrate spooky season, they dive deep into the wizarding world, ranking all the movies, discussing favorite moments, and revealing why Melissa chose Voldemort. They also bravely tackle the disgusting Bertie Bott's Every-Flavour Beans challenge (spoiler: rotten egg is ROUGH). Plus, the hosts chat about Halloween traditions, costume secrecy, current trending costumes, and the best Halloween songs (Billboard's list gets roasted!).In this episode, we cover:🎃 Halloween Costume Reveal: The crew debuts their Harry Potter group costume!⚡️ Ranking the Harry Potter Movies: The hosts give their definitive (and differing) rankings from worst to best.🛍️ Costume Shopping: How easy (or expensive) was it to put together their looks?🐍 Voldemort's Vibe: Melissa explains her choice and shows off Nagini.🤫 Costume Secrecy: Why are people so secretive about their Halloween costumes?🍬 Bertie Bott's Bean Challenge: The crew risks it all tasting jelly beans flavored like earwax, vomit, and rotten eggs!👻 Halloween Plans & Candy: Are people really giving out less candy this year?🎶 Top Halloween Songs: Debating Billboard's Hot 100 Halloween list (Thriller at #22?!).😂 Who's Funnier? An update on the ongoing poll between Melissa and Juju.🤔 Niche Costumes: Are costumes like Bob Dylan or Peggy Bundy too obscure?🤔 What's YOUR ranking of the Harry Potter movies? And what's the worst Bertie Bott's bean flavor you've ever tasted? Let us know below! 👇👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!#palacalle #Episode78 #Halloween #HalloweenCostume #HarryPotter #HarryPotterRanking #BertieBotts #BeanBoozled #FunnyPodcast #Podcast