In Our Own World

Gem and Em tune into the television wormhole and teleport to TV-Landia. From the golden age of flipping through channels to the streaming supernova of today, your favorite space captains explore the series' that have left a mark on the galaxy, how viewing habits have transformed through the years, and the small screen stories that shaped their childhoods. What canceled show would you bring back? A...

Cain Kerner is a modern-day philosopher, musician, and a professional fruit-eater who educates the internet on emotional intelligence. His greatest occupation, however, is to inspire--and today is no exception. Cain shares a soul-stirring account of his journey to sobriety, breaks down his perception of the ego, speaks on mental health maintenance, tells the daddiest jokes to ever dad, and might b...

This week, your favorite intergalactic gals are joined by a trend-setting, trail-blazing, fashion supernova: Karla Martinez de Salas. Once a starry-eyed fashion enthusiast, now Vogue Mexico and Latin America's editor-in-chief--or should we say, commander-in-chic--Karla has broken barriers all over the globe. How did Karla transform her out-of-this-world ideas into fashion statements? What is her s...

Michael Jackson. Lady Gaga. Madonna. Whitney Houston. J-Lo. There is ONE star-studded thread that connects them all: the incomparable Michael Bearden. On this flight, we find ourselves in the privileged company of a musical virtuoso who has worked with over 500+ artists from across the globe. From the South Side in Chicago to the entire world, Michael Bearden's story is one of hard-work, dedicatio...

Flying around in space is already exciting, but today Gem and Em become human canvases for the most licensed artist of all time: Romero Britto. From selling art on the street, to having a castle filled with his art, Britto shares his unbelievable life story and deep love for his craft. How did he break into the art scene? Dropping out of law school, the art of happiness, moon trees, and more. Come...

Gather ye round for an epic conversation about the often controversial, yet beautifully ancient, art-form that is tattoo. And as if navigating these out-of-this world conversations wasn't enough, we decided to do all of it while getting tattooed. Live. For all of you. Local tattoo artist, Chris Guerrero, joins us with his needles and ink, and gives us an all-access pass to the wonderful world of b...

Oh, how we've missed this. Mission Control has once again opened the lines for us to hear from our favorite people: all of you! Space Commanders Em and Gem hear voicemails and read text messages from our Earthlings posing the most intriuging questions we've heard to date. Em creates a brand new word--definition and all--and introduces one of her alter egos. Meanwhile, Gem defends her unibrow and s...

Primos! Actress, comedian, writer, producer, and world-famous internet Abuela, Jenny Lorenzo, comes alllll the way from Jupiter to become our newest IOOW flight crew member. Jenny spills the frijoles on latin humor and its evolution from a niche that catered to a white audience, latin representation in media, the Papi Chulos that constantly cut us off, and Broskis and Brochinas (not to be confused...

Howdy Ho, Space Campers! For all in-tents and purposes, this is a voyage you'll want to prepare for. Join us on an in-depth storytelling invitation to relive the terrifying, hilarious, and unforgettable experience that was "Camp Gem". From rogue armadillos, four failed 911 calls, freezing springs, and a hero in a pirate hat, you'll be glad your attendance is auditory. Let's just say, we're really...

Shhhhhh! You’ll want to grab a pair of headphones for this one. Captains Em and Gem embark on a delicate journey to the realm of static-like physical responses in response to audio stimuli. A.K.A., goosebumps and tingly sensations triggered by sounds. These two music makers compete for which sounds are more pleasing and likely to cause you, our Earthlings, ASMR. Warning: might cause sleepiness, re...

The moment we've been waiting for...Emily's revenge...the Gemterview has arrived. And on a very special day at that: Gem's birthday! What's her biggest fear? If she could right-click a human being, what would the options be? Why is sandwich meat round if bread is square? Has she ever seen a ghost? And more! Featuring: Gemeny Hernandez See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Better, brighter, and cooler than your standard interview, the Emterview takes its place among the stars. Specifically designed for Em by Gem, the purpose was to ask questions we really didn't know the answer to. Like, if she could convince everyone in the world to do one thing, what would it be? Or, what her first words might be after 100 cryogenic years. And, doe she actually  believe in aliens?...

It takes much more than two captains to fly a ship in outer space. One of the most lovable and irreplaceable members of our crew, Cris, joins us on a heart-wrenching flight to share his incredible story. A two time heart transplant patient, he is truly one-of-a-kind. On the first day of 10th grade, Cris' life would change forever. Cris lovingly guides us through his journey to his first (and later...

When they said "reach for the stars", we didn't know that included one of our biggest idols. This week, our captains Gem and Em are joined by cosmic sensation, Allen Stone, for an extremely special flight. After a full-on fangirl moment, where we learn just how important he is to Em's musical career, our captains ask the questions they've always wanted to. Does Allen Stone listen to his own music?...

Your captains have been traversing the multiverse for close to seven years now. But that doesn't mean they don't have more to learn about each other. And what better place to explore than a ship in space? On this intimate flight, Gem and Em play a unique game designed to uncover the universe within. With each question answered, the stars align to unfold stories from their past, dreams of their fut...

¡Bienvenidos! This week, we enter new territory with a special Spanglish episode featuring the “angels of outer space”, Los Abuelos—the charming grandparents of our beloved host, Gem. They steer the Mothership through their captivating story of seeking sanctuary in the Peruvian Embassy in Cuba during a time of political upheavel. Gem’s abuela enchants us with a heartfelt moment as she shares an or...

We couldn't allow the month of June to end without the proper send-off. And what better way to do so than embarking on a quest for knowledge? Nationally recognized LGBTQ+ civil rights advocate, Equality Florida press secretary, and Pulse Nightclub shooting survivor, Brandon Wolf, is an experienced traveler of the legislative terrain. He guides us with ease as we demystify the legislative process i...

Strap on your space helmets, Besties, because we're taking you on a cosmic journey with TikTok star and media personality, Bryan the Diamond. Join us in this intergalactic episode as we dive into the untold stories of Bryan's life, love, and laughter. We kick things off by exploring the celestial bond between Bryan and his beloved grandma. After all, grandmothers are the stars of our galaxies. Eve...

Just like Oz, the artist and celebrity "transformer” Alexis Stone has her own wizard. And his name is Elliot Rentz. This trip takes many stops, and you’re going to love each one. On the first stop, we’ll breeze through the world of Alexis Stone, the reason why she transforms into iconic figures, and the strangest thing Elliot has ever felt attracted to. On the second stop, we take a thrilling turn...

Earth to America. Come in, America...Valdes that is. At first, they were strangers who met online, fighting for the same cause. Only to find out they were "Cuban Cousins" who had known each other their whole lives. On this stellar ride in the Mothership, we have one mission and one mission only: to embrace the importance of serving C.U.N.T.: Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve, and Talent. And on the way,...

Now boarding the Mothership, bound for Everything, Everywhere, but NOT All At Once! (We heard there are vicious trolls there.) There's a full spectrum checklist before departure. Space Commanders Gem and Em catch up on their exciting adventures since Season 1, sharing all the juicy details of their studio upgrades and personal transformations. From Em's shaving preferences, to Gem's difficult enco...

Get ready to blast off into a whole new dimension with the second season of "In Our Own World"! Join Grammy- and Emmy-nominated musician and TV host Emily Estefan and Grammy-nominated songwriter and stylist Gemeny Hernandez as they adventure through the unpredictable moments in their own world. With 30 captivating episodes featuring visits from iconic guests, each week invites you to an outer spac...

Holy kryptonite, Earthlings! Season 1 Finale. For this emotional ride, Commanders Gem and Em reflect on the growth they've had this season, how to show up the right way for a conversation, the impermanence of all things, and the simple beauty of the life around us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are the Three Musketeers...then there are the four of us. Joining your crew this week are two of our friends/playmates/partners in mischief Isabela Merced and Kianah McWilson. You're lucky to be listening in on this special reunion, but we're luckier to be sharing it with you. Mental health, surviving the public eye, and the *best* musical outro yet are just a few of the things waiting for y...

This one is no joke, and neither is our newest passenger...although, you might recognize her from her often hilarious, no-holds-barred moments on national television. Ana Navarro is one of the biggest Latin voices in American politics, a political strategist, commentator, Emmy-nominated cohost of The View, and lifetime Republican. She calls it as she sees it--regardless of party affiliation--and y...