Épisodes

  • The Hot Mess Of…Being A BookToker
    Apr 13 2026

    Hello Besties!

    Welcome back to another episode of THE HOT MESS PODCAST!


    April 25, 2026 J.L. will have her first Barnes & Noble book signing at the Cheshire, CT location from 12pm-2pm. She will have LOVE ME AGAIN, available for purchase. Please come support! Let’s have a time! Thank you & we can’t wait to see you there!


    B&N Cheshire

    1991 Highland Ave

    Cheshire, CT 06410


    In this episode, J.L. is joined by Kat from @_kathyeria📚🇵🇷_ on TikTok! The ladies discuss Kats path into Booktok, the importance of highlighting BIPOC & Latinee authors, rapid fire questions, advice for aspiring book creators, and so much more!!


    For more info on Kat, her book hauls, and author lives, please follow her on:

    IG @_Kathyria_

    TikTok @_Kathyria📚🇵🇷_


    For updates on the podcast, new book releases, and appearances.

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    Enjoy this episode and have a great week!


    LOVE ME AGAIN is available on bookshop.org, Amazon, and Barnesandnoble.com


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    1 h et 25 min
  • The Hot Mess Of…Staying True To Yourself
    Apr 6 2026

    Hello Besties!


    Welcome back to another episode of THE HOT MESS PODCAST!


    April 25, 2026 J.L. will have her first Barnes & Noble book signing at the Cheshire, CT location from 12pm-2pm. She will have LOVE ME AGAIN, available for purchase. Please come support! Let’s have a time! Thank you & we can’t wait to see you there!


    B&N Cheshire

    1991 Highland Ave

    Cheshire, CT 06410


    In this episode, J.L. Fills us in on her busy weekend. From updates on her writing, to watching the Mario new movie, to how a comedy show inspired her!


    For updates on the podcast, new book releases, and appearances.

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    Enjoy this episode and have a great week!


    LOVE ME AGAIN is available on bookshop.org, Amazon, and Barnesandnoble.com


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    30 min
  • The Hot Mess Of…Living In The Manosphere
    Mar 24 2026

    Hello Besties!

    Welcome back to another episode of THE HOT MESS PODCAST!


    April 25, 2026 J.L. will have her first Barnes & Noble book signing at the Cheshire, CT location from 12pm-2pm. She will have LOVE ME AGAIN, available for purchase. Please come support! Let’s have a time! Thank you & we can’t wait to see you there!


    B&N Cheshire

    1991 Highland Ave

    Cheshire, CT 06410


    In this episode, J.L. shares 2 of her near death experiences that happened this week. Also, she has a guest! Jason “J.P.” Polanco (J.L.’s hubby) is back and discussing Netflix’s new documentary, INSIDE THE MANOSPHERE.


    For updates on the podcast, new book releases, and appearances.

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    Enjoy this episode and have a great week!


    THE LAWYER & THE THIEF, and THE LAWYER & THE STALKER are both available on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited.


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    48 min
  • The Hot Mess Of…Mourning Adult Friendships
    Mar 14 2026

    Hello Besties!

    Welcome back to another episode of THE HOT MESS PODCAST!


    In this episode, J.L. is giving an update about her spiritual journey. She gives her views on the alarming trend of pastors making people feel guilty for the amounts they are donating instead of giving 10% to church when you’re living paycheck to paycheck.


    What are your thoughts?


    The main topic: mourning and healing from the death of an adult friendship.


    J.L. gets personal and shares steps to healing from the demise of a friendship.


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    For updates on the podcast, new book, and appearances.

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    Enjoy this episode and have a great week!


    THE LAWYER & THE THIEF, and THE LAWYER & THE STALKER are both available on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited.


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    40 min
  • The Hot Mess Of…Being A Hot Mess PT2
    Mar 11 2026

    Hello Besties!!!

    Welcome back to another episode of THE HOT MESS PODCAST.


    In this episode, J.L. says no to an outline and bounces from thought to thought.

    She reflects on the seasons changing, her fitness journey, Bridgerton and the annoying 2 year wait for the next season.

    Damn you Shonda Rhimes!!!



    APRIL 25th 2026 J.L. WILL BE BARNES AND NOBLE IN CHESHIRE, CT FROM 12p-2p SIGNING BOOKS!!!!


    THIS IS NOT A DRILL!! IF YOU ARE ABLE TO, PLEASE STOP BY TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT!!! THANK YOU!!!


    Visit jlpolanco.com for updates on the podcast, new book releases, and appearances.

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    Enjoy this episode and have a great week!

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    33 min
  • The Hot Mess Of…Filming in PR, and ANTM
    Feb 28 2026

    Hello Besties!

    Welcome back to another episode of THE HOT MESS PODCAST!


    In this episode, J.L. Is joined by her husband, Jay!


    They are picking up where they left off in the last episode and go on to discuss Bad Bunny’s first leading film role in the historical drama, Porto Rico and the corrupt Governor of PR who refused to let the movie be shot on the island.


    J.L. And Jay also discuss the hot mess express that is Tyra Banks and the ANTM doc on Netflix.


    Visit jlpolanco.com for updates on the podcast, new book releases, and appearances.

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    Enjoy this episode and have a great week!


    To purchase LOVE ME AGAIN, please visit https://bookshop.org/p/books/love-me-again-j-l-polanco/f43bdf13ee3adda9?ean=9798985771701&next=t


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    52 min
  • The Hot Mess Of…A Family Vacation
    Feb 25 2026

    Hello Besties!

    Welcome back to another episode of THE HOT MESS PODCAST!


    In this episode, J.L. Is joined by the man, the myth, the legend…her husband, Jay.


    They are hunkered down after the recent blizzard and recap Benito Bowl (yes, it’s a month later and we’re still talking about it), and the cultural significance and personal connections they felt.


    They discuss their desires to learn about their culture and J.L. is starting Spanish lessons.


    J.L. And Jay go on to discuss their family trip to Puerto Rico.


    Visit jlpolanco.com for updates on the podcast, new book releases, and appearances.

    Follow on Instagram @j.l.polanco

    Follow on Tik Tok @jlpolanco

    Enjoy this episode and have a great week!


    To purchase LOVE ME AGAIN, please visit https://bookshop.org/p/books/love-me-again-j-l-polanco/f43bdf13ee3adda9?ean=9798985771701&next=t


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    1 h et 3 min
  • The Hot Mess Of…The Super Bowl and 90’s Rom-Com
    Feb 14 2026

    Hello Besties!

    Welcome back to another episode of THE HOT MESS PODCAST!


    In this episode, J.L. reviews and gives her insights on the Super Bowl Half Time Show AKA Benito Bowl. She discusses the cultural significance and the controversy surrounding it.


    Later in the show, J.L. discussed the hot mess that is YOU GOT MAIL.

    In this 90’s rom com, J.L. points out the toxicity that she never notices as a teenage viewer.


    We are in Love season.


    And I have the perfect book for Valentine Love season that I wrote. LOVE ME AGAIN, is a second chance romance between a husband and a wife. Jovi finds some questionable text messages on her husbands phone. Since their marriage was already struggling, this was the straw that broke the camels back.

    But Scott isn’t ready to give up. In his desperation he refuses Jovi’s demand for a divorce and he demands they attempt marriage counseling. Through a series of flashbacks, We are taken through their up’s and down, giving us an inside view of a twenty year relationship. Through family gatherings, their attempts to reconnect with each other and rediscovering themselves, we are taken on their journey of loving each other again. Love Me again is available on bookshop.org, amazon, and barnesandnoble.com.



    Visit jlpolanco.com for updates on the podcast, new book releases, and appearances.

    Follow on Instagram @j.l.polanco

    Follow on Tik Tok @jlpolanco

    Enjoy this episode and have a great week!


    To purchase LOVE ME AGAIN, please visit https://bookshop.org/p/books/love-me-again-j-l-polanco/f43bdf13ee3adda9?ean=9798985771701&next=t


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    34 min