Coffee & Chaos

It's a hot one! Alina and guest Yaya share some pretty strong views on extra-work activities with close co-workers of the opposite sex. Do these relationships open the door to affairs on the job? Do looks play a part? And does the working environment matter? Solomon, Tom and Tony weigh in!

More than 50 percent of women over 40 will get symptoms, yet few talk about it. The 3 "Inas" -- Alina, Gina and Trina -- and guest Jackie discuss their experiences, fears, and life impact of this midlife condition.

Alina and the gang break out Tony's card game Substance in hopes of turn-by-turn, fun-filled admissions. Instead, they each reveal deep and insightful thoughts they haven't told anyone else. Get your tissues ready!

Fresh back from Mexico, Alina leads Tom, Lexie and Niz in a discussion on what's necessary to create strong men in a society that tells kids to conform. How can we raise boys to manhood with all of their "man" traits intact?

In this age of gender equality and soft girl / guy eras, can the traditional roles of men and women in relationships survive? Alina welcomes the Triple T Team -- Tom. Trina & Tony -- to discuss how women can keep men happy and engaged. Tune in!

Anita and the gang pull out their high-value news source (aka TikTok) to talk about what you're talking about!

This one starts with a story about a toupee and goes off the rails from there! Alina, Tom and Trina welcome guest Niz and get into when -- or if -- you should tell a date about cosmetic enhancements. Also, should it matter if they are temporary or permanent? Chime in below!

Well, not a real Angel, but close! Tony fills in for Tom, and Alina's sis Angel takes to the couch to tackle the subject of life satisfaction in middle age. Are happiness and fulfillment the same thing? And what are the keys to achieving either one?

Steve Linares and Wayne Moore join Alina to promote the upcoming Music By the Sea event spanning 6 Sundays of Summer!

One married, one single, one looking! Alina brings on Trina and Marcella to discuss why it's so difficult to find and connect with the right man. What starts as a blame game turns into some pretty real self-revelation. Stay tuned!

Alina ditches the crew and brings back DJ Daniel Carranza for a one-on-one convo on music and dating past 40. Should the older generation take a practical approach to relationships or emotionally trust the heart -- and should younger generations follow suit? Stay tuned for a fun one!

Leaving the toilet seat up? Bringing the car back on empty? Alina welcomes the crew in to talk about their worst pet peeves, plus your responses from Instagram. Tom brings a whole list, and Lexie chimes in with some pretty specific pet peeves on dating!

Alina brings back Suzanne and Felipe to get updates on their online dating progress, and invites newcomer and anti-online dater Lexi to get her take on the more traditional partner path. Tune in!

Alina wrangles Tom, Stephanie, Tony -- and yes, even Solomon -- into taking The Love Language Quiz, and the results are surprising! Somebody got the lowest possible score in one of the big categories -- you won't believe who!

Why do select women refer to themselves as a "Bomb-Ass Bitch?" Alina welcomes Tony, Tom and newcomer Jimmy to differentiate the B.A.B. from the traditional independent, single women and mothers.

Alina and Steph welcome San Pedro native Daniel to the couch to talk about his experience leaving the neighborhood to become a DJ in Sin City. Of course, you-know-who has to chime in on her fear of leaving San Pedro, and Solomon changes his mind on important advice for Alina. Join us!

Alina and the gang take a different tack on today's show, welcoming child advocate "Black Biden" to the couch. Join us to hear about some of his most dangerous encounters, his relationship with local police, and the laws that are making it harder to punish child predators.

Anybody over 60 or under 15 would classify this episode under Current Events, but to the gang (minus Tom), it's whatever comes across their TikTok feeds. Alina, Steph and Tony get into battling Gramma, Katt's rant, hiding firearms and more!

It's dominated the news over the past year; now our crew weighs in from a community point of view. Coach Ron joins Alina, Steph and Gina to discuss if transgender inclusion should stop at competitive, non-coed sports. Is it a question of equality vs. evolution?

It's our last episode before the big holiday! Alina and Steph bring back Tony and Gina to debate fake vs. real trees, the best holiday dishes, preferred presents and the tried-and-true tamale. Dig in!

It's our last episode of 2023! Tom and Tony join the girls to sum up a year of change, and strategize for more fulfilling lives in the coming year. Grab your New Year's gear and join the conversation!

Pot and kettle anyone? Alina's made it known that she's against meeting up with an online date for fear of ending up in a basement somewhere. But in this episode, someone close to her spills the tea on a time when she wasn't so careful!

Vivian joins the Alina and Steph to talk about dating older when you're older. They're active enough to keep up now, but when will those extra years start having an effect? Is the race against Father Time worth it? Add your take in the comments!

Tony joins the girls to talk about dating today and in the past (remember “going around” anyone?), and what’s expected at each step. And of course, no dating conversation is complete without talking about the best places for a first date. Solomon weighs in on why Cheesecake Factory might be a bad idea. Listen in!

Alina and Steph welcome Big Rome and Steve as the four touch on the public's perception of union workers. But more important to this group is how they care for and interact with the community. Steve and Rome reveal the origins of their annual toy drive and how it's touched the lives of kids and families. Listen in!