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.

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!

1h 41m
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

1h 42m
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?

1h 16m
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!

1h 20m
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!

1h 18m
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)

1h 26m
Feb 12

Pa LA Calle Ep #85 | Unapologetic

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

1h 31m
Feb 5

Pa LA Calle Ep #84 | Heating Up

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.

1h 11m

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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.

Creator

Melissa Rios, Vinnie Mack & Juju
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

91
Rating

Explicit
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© Melissa Rios, Vinnie Mack & Juju
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Pa LA Calle Podcast