The Super Secret Bestie Club

Gadiel Del Orbe is back in the Bestie Club, bringing hilarious stories, unfiltered laughs, and plenty of Spanglish chaos. From life in New York to navigating bicultural identity and the wild moments that come with it, Curly, Maya, and Gadiel catch up on everything that's happened since his last visit—and share a few unforgettable stories along the way. Maya Murillo and Curly Velásquez...

Comedian, host, and content creator Xanic joins the hosts for a hilarious conversation about their worst dating experiences, relationship dealbreakers, and what they're still hoping to find in love. Expect plenty of laughs, relatable stories, and honest takes on modern dating. Maya Murillo and Curly Velásquez are the hosts of the Super Secret Bestie Club with production support by Karina Ri...

This week, creator, entrepreneur, and author Zoya Biglary joins us to talk coming out, confidence, identity, and building a wildly successful brand. From Shark Tank to LGBTQ+ advocacy, Zoya shares her journey of living authentically—and looking fabulous while doing it. Maya Murillo and Curly Velásquez are the hosts of the Super Secret Bestie Club with production support by Karina Rive...

Curly and Maya welcome author Julissa Arce for a great conversation about staying rooted, navigating bestie disputes, and chasing success without losing yourself. From becoming a Goldman Sachs VP while undocumented to inspiring others through her work, Julissa shares the wisdom, humor, and honesty that make her our Bestie of the Week. Maya Murillo and Curly Velásquez are the hosts of the Su...

Curly and Maya sit down with producer and podcast powerhouse Becca Ramos to uncover what really makes a podcast stand out. Drawing from her experience producing hit shows at iHeartMedia, Becca shares insights on storytelling, audience connection, creative collaboration, and the behind-the-scenes work that turns a good idea into must-listen content.  Maya Murillo and Curly Velásquez are...

Love doesn't always look the way we expect. In this episode, Ivana joins the conversation to explore the different ways people fall in love, whether it's slowly over time, instantly, unexpectedly, or through deep friendship. Together, they share personal stories, discuss modern dating experiences, and unpack how our ideas about love evolve as we grow. Maya Murillo and Curly Velásquez are th...

In this episode our dynamic duo dives into the highs and heartbreaks of love, life as a popstar, and the messy inspiration behind writing songs about past lovers with Fehr Rivas. From toxic romances to rockstar fantasies, the conversation gets honest, dramatic, and a little too relatable, exploring how heartbreak turns into hits and why love always finds its way into the music. Maya Murillo and Cu...

Award-winning Colombian-American comedian Esteban Gast joins the pod for a hilarious and thoughtful conversation on climate, comedy, internet culture, and finding purpose in chaos. From running an eco-community to hosting “Do You Even Care?”, Esteban brings his signature mix of irreverence, optimism, and existential humor. Maya Murillo and Curly Velásquez are the hosts of the Su...

Curly and Maya are joined by friend, former BuzzFeed partner-in-chaos, and certified wildcard Joyce Louise-Jean for what might actually be their most unhinged episode yet. From derailed stories and accidental oversharing to nonstop roasting and questionable life advice, absolutely nothing stays on track (and that’s exactly the problem 😝). Or the magic. Either way, expect pure chaos, way too...

Does it all! She’s a musician, fashion designer,  lifestyle influencer who lives between LA and Paris and takes us on her adventures from putting up stain glass to nailing tapestries to her walls (super cute I promise) — she is a growing musical artist but already has been making clothes for the likes of zendaya Haley Bieber and Kendal Jenner and also Rosalia There’s nothing...

In this episode, actor Orlando Pineda shares his journey from Colombia to Los Angeles, opening up about the sacrifices behind chasing his dreams. From leaving home at 18 to building a rising career on screen, he reflects on what it really costs to succeed vs not letting great opportunities go. The conversation dives into a universal question: what happens when love and ambition pull you in differe...

In this heartfelt episode, Maya and Curly sit down with her mom to celebrate 25 years of the Crafty Chica empire, from its humble beginnings to a full-blown creative movement. They revisit pivotal moments, including a wild first-novel cover fiasco, and reflect on how creativity shaped a life and career. At its core, the episode honors a beloved best friend on their birthday, weaving together glitt...

Curly and Maya sit down with Ryan Lu, the king of turning “delulu into trululu”, to unpack manifestation, main-character energy, and how a former paraeducator built a wildly iconic life online and beyond. From Rare Beauty collabs to unapologetically “gaslighting the universe,” Ryan shares how confidence, chaos, and protecting your peace might just get you everything you wan...

Madison De La Garza reflects on growing up in the spotlight as Desperate Housewives’ Juanita Solis and how she’s reshaping her career beyond child stardom. Now a director and screenwriter, she opens up about Hollywood, identity, and her bold new chapter in genre filmmaking. Maya Murillo and Curly Velásquez are the hosts of the Super Secret Bestie Club with production support by...

Curly and Maya sit down with actor and storyteller Chris Rivas for a deep (and delightfully cosmic) conversation on manifestation and the metaphysical. The trio explores what it really means to believe you can manifest anything ✨ Maya Murillo and Curly Velásquez are the hosts of the Super Secret Bestie Club with production support by Karina Riveroll of Sonoro Media in partnership with iHea...

In this episode, our hosts Curly and Maya sit down with actor and storyteller Cesar Camacho to unpack the all-too-relatable struggle of watching your best friend date someone who’s just… the worst. Blending humor with real talk, Cesar brings his perspective as a Mexican American creative and rom-com protagonist in “& They Were Roommates” web series to explore loyalty,...

In this episode Curly and Maya sit down with Richard La Nalgona—poet, dancer, and comedian—for a conversation that blends love, manifestation, and sobriety with humor and honesty. Things take a reflective turn as they share what they’d want for their own funerals and how we choose to be remembered. Raw, funny, and unexpectedly deep, this episode is about living fully—and le...

What happens when a viral psychic sits down with us and opens the line to the other side? 👻 In this episode, our hosts are joined by psychic Adela Lavine. She breaks down how her readings actually work, what messages our ancestors might be trying to send us, and why the spirit world might have more opinions about our lives than we think. And of course… we have to ask the important question...

Curly and Maya welcome a larger-than-life guest ALLLL THE WAY FROM TEXAS — Jose, Not Juan — the mega-viral sensation winning hearts (and tias) across the internet. With over half a million followers and a knack for blending Latino culture, bestie energy, and his iconic pink-haired abuela persona, Jose spills the tea on how he turned cultural storytelling into a full-blown career. Maya...

Today our guests we’re joined by beloved actress Chelsea Rendon — a 5’2” powerhouse Latina and longtime friend — to talk messy love stories, questionable choices, and what we learn from them. From her life in Hollywood to unforgettable moments off-screen, Chelsea brings honesty, humor, and the kind of real talk you only get from someone who’s truly loved by ever...

This week, the hosts welcome Brooklyn-born comedy powerhouse Andrew Santiago, a Puerto Rican scene-stealer who went from studying theater in Brooklyn to chasing stardom in Los Angeles. Andrew breaks down his signature philosophy: if you can make someone laugh, you’re already halfway to getting laid. He teaches the hosts how humor becomes the ultimate flirtation strategy. Maya Murillo and Cur...

In this episode our hosts are joined by Naomi Hearts — a TRUE LA girl and proud Plus Size, Latina, fashion model trans woman. From her first job at a movie theater to launching her career during the 2020 pandemic on Twitch and TikTok, Naomi built a community of over 1 million followers. It’s a powerful conversation about confidence, resilience, and embracing our bodies — fupas an...

In this episode, Curly and Mara are joined by Joanna Hausmann—OG creator, Flama and Pero Like icon. From Joanna Rants to writing for Disney’s Hamster & Gretel, balancing activism, comedy, and mommy life, Joanna reflects on what it meant to build Latino digital culture from the ground up—and where it’s headed next. A funny, nostalgic, and powerful love letter to Latino i...

In this episode, we’re joined by the people’s princess of personal finance herself—Vivian Tu, aka Your Rich BFF. With over 3.8 million followers, Vivian breaks down money in a way that’s judgment-free, empowering, and somehow even a little hot. We talk about confidence and how to step into your rich baddie era without feeling overwhelmed, confused, or talked down to. 💸✨ M...

On today’s episode, our hosts are joined by puppeteer Andrew Cano to talk about his unexpected journey, creative grit, and what it really means to lean into being the “weird kid.” From finding purpose through puppets to proving that your oddball passions can actually pay off, Andrew shows how embracing what you love can set you up for success. Maya Murillo and Curly Velásq...