Pa LA Calle Podcast

Melissa Rios, Vinnie Mack & Juju
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2 Radio Hosts & 1 DJ. What can go wrong? Pa LA Calle Pod brings you real talk, big laughs, and stories you won’t forget — from the streets, for the streets! Hosted by radio personalities Melissa Rios and Juju, plus DJ Vinnie Mack, it’s the perfect mix of humor, lifestyle, and relatable moments that keep listeners coming back for more.

  1. 10h ago

    Pa LA Calle Ep #93 | Back to the Grind

    Episode 93 of Pa LA Calle is officially here, and the conversation gets wildly off the rails early on. Vinnie is fully embracing his new barista era with his at-home espresso machine, while Juju survives the ultimate stomach scare after a rough reaction. Meanwhile, Melissa recounts her recent trip across the border to Mexicali for healthcare, sparking a deep dive into the crew's top taco spots and their absolute worst fast-food letdowns. From debating what qualifies as "feminine" energy to challenging the listeners to a 20-minute daily walk, the trio leaves no stone unturned as they finally lock in this year's top-secret Halloween costume. Topics Covered: 00:00:00 Intro: The Latte vs. Macchiato Debate 00:05:40 Juju's GLP-1 Bathroom Nightmare 00:12:29 Melissa's Mexicali Trip & Parasite Cleanses 00:19:55 National Taco Day: LA to TJ 00:28:04 Fast Food Guilt & TikTok Reviews 00:35:48 Embracing Our "Feminine" Hobbies 00:48:27 Peptides, Ozempic, & Managing Diabetes 00:58:26 The 20-Minute Daily Walk Challenge 01:14:36 The Secret 2026 Group Halloween Costume

    Pa LA Calle Ep #93 | Back to the Grind

  2. Oct 1

    Pa LA Calle Ep #92 | We're Back

    We're finally back for Episode 92 of Pa LA Calle! After an unintentional five-month hiatus, Vinnie, Juju, and Melissa reunite in the studio to catch up on everything that’s gone down since April. We’re laying it all out on the table, from the true story behind the sudden format change and layoffs at Cali 93.9 to how we’re each navigating life after radio. Grab a drink and join us as we talk career pivots, finding new passions, hitting reset on our goals, and what the future holds for the crew. Topics Covered: Sports check-in: The NFL has kicked off and the Dodgers heading into playoff season. Halloween is upon us Where we've been for the last five months and the real reason for the break Walking through the day we got let go Juju's short-lived Fourth of July Radio DJ debut Vinnie finding a renewed passion for DJing Melissa keeping the layoff a secret from her parents Melissa's pivot into acting and surviving a 12-hour Paramount commercial shoot in the heat

    Pa LA Calle Ep #92 | We're Back

  3. Apr 2

    Pa LA Calle Ep #91 | The Season Finale

    In this episode of Pa LA Calle, the crew gets together to dive into nostalgia, pop culture, race, and getting older. What starts as a debate over Disney stars and millennial icons quickly spirals into deeper conversations about racism, identity, generational shifts, and why everything today feels like a remake. Along the way, the trio unpacks parenting debates, quinceañera traditions, Disney trips gone wrong, and the struggle of adapting to a culture that’s changing faster than ever. Topics Covered in this Episode: Disney Channel Nostalgia: Culture, Race & Assimilation The Power of Nostalgia The Digital Shift & Getting Older Parenting & Quinceañeras The Rhinestone Communion Suit Disneyland Hype Culture vs. True Fans Drinking Habits Stranger Danger Gender Privilege & Real-World Safety Street Smarts & Survival Rules Mexico Travel Myths Season Finale & Announcement Thank you for watching! Please remember to like, comment and subscribe!

    Pa LA Calle Ep #91 | The Season Finale

  4. Mar 26

    Pa LA Calle Ep #90 | Gut Feelings

    In Episode 90 of Pa LA Calle, we dive into everything from the cost of Brujeria to hilarious, sweat-inducing bathroom emergencies on the freeway. We also unpack the chaos of large family trips to Disneyland, the drama of LAX pickups, and how to set boundaries with plus-ones. Finally, we get real about modern dating standards, why you should never settle, and overcoming the self-doubt of starting a new business.Topics Covered in This Episode:Debate the cost of curses, Brujeria, and how it all connects to religion.Jinxes are real or just the power of your own mind.Why we always default to celebrating our wins with heavy food and alcohol.Melissa shares her stressful bathroom emergency on the 210 freeway after eating way too much.The guys confess their own embarrassing storiesWe break down the chaos of massive family trips to Disneyland versus kid-free outings.Melissa explains the drama behind refusing to pick up her sister from LAX.Family dynamics and when it's acceptable to tell a plus-one to stay home.We get real about dating app fatigue, testing potential partners, and why you should never settle.Overcoming the imposter syndrome of starting a business by focusing on day one instead of day 100.Make sure to like, comment and subscribe!#palalcalle #podcast

    Pa LA Calle Ep #90 | Gut Feelings

  5. Mar 19

    Pa LA Calle Ep #89 | So Sensitive

    In Episode 89 of the Pa LA Calle Pod, the crew kicks it over tacos, food trauma, and Latino traditions that spark real debates. From forcing kids to eat, birthday cake face-smashes, and piñatas, to kickbacks, alcohol at parties, bachelor trips, and relationship boundaries — this episode is funny, honest, and very opinionated. Topics covered: LA taco rankings debate Trying foods you’re scared of Food trauma from childhood Kids vs adults trying new foods Birthday cake face-smashing Teens, alcohol, and supervision “Cool parents” vs strict parents Alcohol at baby showers & parties All-girl baby showers Bachelor vs bachelorette trips Being “outside” Insecurity vs respect in relationships Words changing meaning over time 👇 Comment your take — sensitive or valid?

    Pa LA Calle Ep #89 | So Sensitive

  6. Mar 12

    Pa LA Calle Ep #88 | Read the Room

    In Episode 88, the toes are out and the crew is ready for summer! Melissa shares a wild story about getting shushed in church, but the real highlight of the week is her stand-up comedy debut. From last-minute walkout songs to pre-show jitters, the team breaks down what it takes to get on stage. Plus, Vinnie and Juju talk about the hidden stresses of being a DJ, Melissa accidentally gets a worker in trouble, and the group debates the ultimate dream: a four-day workweek In this episode we cover: Getting shushed in church Melissa’s stand-up comedy debutThe 10-second walkout song panic The hidden stresses of DJing The accidental snitch Vinyl vs. Laptop DJing Teacher surveys Four-day work and school weeks Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe!

    Pa LA Calle Ep #88 | Read the Room

  7. Mar 5

    Pa LA Calle Ep #87 | Take the Wheel

    In Episode 87, the crew gets honest about seasonal depression, creative burnout, and the pressure to always be productive—even in sunny Southern California. What starts as a conversation about winter slumps and motivation turns into a layered discussion on functional depression, midlife spirals, and knowing when not to make major life or business decisions. As always, the episode balances depth with humor, swerving into pop culture debates, conspiracy theories, pet-owner icks, teaching kids how to drive, and a viral moment featuring the McDonald’s CEO casually reviewing a new burger like a food influencer. Topics we get into: Seasonal depression in SoCal and why January–February hits harder than we admit Functional depression vs. being “fine but empty” Creative burnout, procrastination, and guilt over not being productive Why winter might be a no-big-decisions zone Regretting impulsive career resets during emotional lows Midlife crisis thoughts, timelines, and existential pressure Who’s your Spider-Man? (Tom Holland vs. Tobey Maguire vs. Andrew Garfield vs. 90s cartoon) Spider-Man Noir, Nicolas Cage, and upcoming Marvel hype World War III memes, conspiracy culture, and coping through humor Pet-owner icks: dog birthdays, daycare updates, strollers, and boundaries Teaching your kids how to drive How kids pick up your bad driving habits instantly The viral clip of Chris Kempczinski reviewing McDonald’s new burger Corporate branding, authenticity, and why fast-food marketing feels different now Make sure to like, comment & subscribe!

    Pa LA Calle Ep #87 | Take the Wheel

  8. Feb 26

    Pa LA Calle Ep #86 | smut&stuff

    In this episode of Pa LA Calle Pod, the crew reunites after a missed week and immediately spirals into everything from gum etiquette and being sick with Influenza Type A, to smut books vs porn, parenting struggles, and awkward conversations about sex. The chaos continues with concert stress at SoFi Stadium, family dynamics, generational trauma, and why nothing in LA is ever quick or easy.In this episode we cover: Gum etiquette and being offended when you’re not offered anyMissing an episode due to getting sick Keeping score over sickness, injuries, and sympathy pointsSmut books vs porn and how men vs women experience desireAudiobooks, fantasies, and why buildup mattersJudging porn while secretly enjoying spicy booksParenting moments that get way too awkwardKids misunderstanding affection and what “sex” isWhen and how to have the birds & the bees talkGenerational trauma and how parents raised us differentlySoFi Stadium stress, parking nightmares, and long walksConcerts becoming all-day events in LAFamily stress during outings (especially with parents)

    Pa LA Calle Ep #86 | smut&stuff
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2 Radio Hosts & 1 DJ. What can go wrong? Pa LA Calle Pod brings you real talk, big laughs, and stories you won’t forget — from the streets, for the streets! Hosted by radio personalities Melissa Rios and Juju, plus DJ Vinnie Mack, it’s the perfect mix of humor, lifestyle, and relatable moments that keep listeners coming back for more.

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  • Creator
    Melissa Rios, Vinnie Mack & Juju
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Melissa Rios, Vinnie Mack & Juju
  • Show Website
    Pa LA Calle Podcast

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