Girls and Gays let’s talk

Trigger Warning: This episode includes open discussions about weight loss, dieting, body image, and mental health. If these topics are sensitive or triggering for you, please take care while listening or skip this episode if needed. Your well being always comes first. In this episode, Marisa and Jorge open up about the good and the bad of weight loss the victories, the frustrations, the unexpected...

We all have friends who’ve impacted our lives in meaningful ways. In this episode, Jorge and Marisa share stories about two friends who changed their lives for the better, highlighting the power of connection, growth, and the people who show up when it matters most. If you or someone you know is struggling with your mental health, please reach out to the crisis hotline. You are not alone.  📞 988...

In this episode, Marisa and Jorge discuss building a community as an adult. Marisa shares how friends holding you accountable and having tough conversations for the sake of protecting the friendship can create space for honest, meaningful connection without it feeling like an attack.  Jorge shares a surprising story about how he went to school with a monk in middle school. Send us Fan Mail

It’s always a good idea to CYA aka cover your ass. In this episode Marisa dives into the wild story of how three coworkers teamed up against her while she was out getting married, only for HR and two bosses to immediately shut it down. Talk about a ruined post-wedding vacation high. Meanwhile Jorge shares the moment a harmless joke got twisted into something completely different and how he later w...

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses grooming, manipulation, and sexual exploitation. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode, Marisa opens up for the first time about her personal experience with online grooming; how it began, what it looked like and how it shaped her understanding of vulnerability and self-worth. Joined by Jorge, the two have an honest and emotional conversation about...

Both Marisssas and Jorge are spilling the tea on Hollywood's most scandalous star! Seven husbands one forbidden love. We're talking about Evelyn Hugos power moves, betrayals and the kind of drama that keeps you up at night.  Buckle up, this isn't just a book talk, it's a full blown emotional rollercoaster filled with spoilers.  Send us Fan Mail

Spotted: drama brewing on both sides of the mic. Jorge’s weekend takes a scandalous turn when his uncle’s ex shows up from Mexico and steals the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Leaving Jorge embarrassed, furious and ready to block for the first time ever.  Meanwhile, Marisa spills a little high school tea of her own. Secrets, shade, and a touch of revenge that she later apologized for. - XOXO...

Sometimes the best conversations happen when you just show up, even when it’s uncomfortable. We went to the No Kings protest with open minds and different political leanings. What started as a curiosity trip turned into a conversation about priorities, perspective, and shared values.  In this episode we unpack what we witnessed how both sides actually overlap more than people think and why the ord...

We all have a story of how our family came to America. In this episode, we open up about the journeys that shaped our roots. 🌎 Jorge shares how his grandmother, once a Mexican solider came to America seeking a better future for her and her children. Marisa talks about her father’s first crossing and sleeping on the streets and eventually building the future he dreamed of. Sandra recounts the emot...

Sometimes, when you compare yourself to others, it gives you the drive to try harder. At other times, it brings you down, so let's talk about it.  Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, Jorge and Marisa attempt to talk about reconnecting with old friends…but their ADHD has other plans. Instead, the conversation takes some unexpected turns: Jorge shares how he surprised his mom with a first-class flight, Marisa talks about needing to get her passport, Jorge talks about needing to put air in his tires, and somehow they start planning a possible day trip to Vegas. I...

In this episode, we dive into the unpredictable world of meeting strangers. Marisa shares her trip to Dallas where she ended up making a new friend. Jorge, on the other hand talks about his own not so great experience with a stranger that took a very different turn. We also reflect on how you never truly know what someone is going through beneath the surface. Marisa opens up about a friend who hos...

Warning: This episode contains mentions of physical and emotional abuse. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please reach out to the hotline below. You are not alone, your safety and well being matter.  Domestic Violence Hotline 📞1-800-799-7233 💬Text BEGIN to 88788 🌐thehotline.org When you're young, your parents can feel like your biggest heroes. But as you grow t...

We are all going through our weight loss journey, but the struggle is still real so let's talk about it with a side of bedbugs and drama. Send us Fan Mail

If you or someone you know is struggling with your mental health, please reach out to the crisis hotline. You are not alone.  📞 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) – Call or text 988  🌐 988lifeline.org  📞 988 Línea de Vida en Español – Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 988 Send us Fan Mail

So a lot of people take things from their old jobs.  Let's talk about those items that stand out.  Send us Fan Mail

In this powerful episode of Girls and Gays Let’s Talk, Jorge Marisa and Sandra explore themes of suicide ideation, survival, and immigration through the lens of three impactful books: Esperanza Rising, Solito, and I AmNot Your Perfect Mexican Daughter. These stories reflect the realities many people face, from mental health struggles to crossing borders alone in search of a better life. We know th...

Let’s talk about the most viral TikTok story at the moment. Sorry about my voice, I'm a little sick.  If you or someone you know is struggling with your mental health, please reach out to the crisis hotline. You are not alone.  📞 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) – Call or text 988  🌐 988lifeline.org  📞 988 Línea de Vida en Español – Llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 988 Send us Fa...

Are online friends real friends?  Do you consider the friends you made online to be your real friends or just acquaintances you know?  Do you share your location with your friends?  Let's talkabout it  Send us Fan Mail

Has AI fooled you? It's crazy how good it's getting that it's getting scary. Many people use it, and its getting hard to tell whats real these days.  Send us Fan Mail

Time to talk about being married and how to make it work and stay together. Sometimes it's best to just end the relationship, but sometimes you can work through things. We are not professionals, so don't actually take our advice.  Tell us about your divorce or how you made it work. Send us a text. Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, we talk about suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. You’re not alone, please take care of your mental health. It's finally time to read your stories and talk about them. Thanks to the listeners who sent us your stories.   Send us Fan Mail

Sandra is finally back to meet Marisa and talk about our favorite books. Tell us about your favorite book, and maybe we'll read it next.   Send us Fan Mail

Got to play it smart, but also have some fun. We talk about what if we won, what we would do so we don't end up broke again.  Just had fun thinking about what if.  Send us Fan Mail

It's time to get real and discuss all the protests we have been watching from all over the USA and the world.  I did relive my childhood trauma of reading things out loud that all dyslexic people will understand, so I hope you enjoy this episode as we talk about current events.  Send us Fan Mail