How I Met Your Tia

How did indigenous words become slang? When did entire phrases get chopped down to a single word? And who decided a compliment should sound like an insult? This week we’re diving into the evolution of language, from dichos and double entendres to words that have been through more rebrands than Jennifer Lopez. Simón, güey, language is messy and sometimes so are we.

We dive into zookósis, when animals go wild in captivity and how we get our own mental zookósis in cubicles. From la chamba to the same old rutina, we talk burnout, mental mañas, and how to break free…and we realize, the one way or another it’s always cosa de locos! Ya los gusta la mala vida. Chale!

This week we’re diving into our favorite Second Date Update moments! From ghosting to full-on qué oso behavior, we break down why these dates went left… and then get into some of our own wild, lowkey embarrassing dating stories 👀Talk chisme with us as we unpack the chaos of modern dating, porque honestly… dating is ghetto.

We kicked off with that TikTok asking “¿Flaca o el amor de tu vida?” Obvio, we had to dive into all the “this or that” preguntas. Love or money, peace or passion, and even death ☠️ “Give me liberty or give me death!” Aye! To soon! Spoiler: we’re choosing chisme every time. Let us know what you would pick! Give us a Chansa.

We love some internet chisme…as long as it’s not about us 👀 Houston is going through it with the rodeo turned HOE-DEO and Spring Break outbreaks (oof), Gente out here acting brand new when the bill comes and other chisme + the opinions that nobody asked for 🫠 Puro chisme, sin vergüenza! Grab your cafecito y a comadriar

This episode really asked: did he pass… or have we officially lost it? We start with Chuck Norris and somehow end up in the Mandela Effect spiral, because why do we ALL remember Richard Simmons dying… like twice?? From celebrity deaths that genuinely hit us in the feels to the weird emotional attachment we have to people we’ve never met, we unpack nostalgia, memory, and why our brains be playing games.Also… it gets unserious fast. Tangents, randomness, and straight-up chaos porque clearly we cannot stay focused.It’s giving: sentimental, confusing, and a little unhinged.

The WNBA is finally getting prime-time love on ESPN…as they should, period. Vince asks “but is the demand there?”We get into:​Why visibility = dinero (and opportunity )​Talento vs. marketing (porque TALENT is not the issue)​How media shapes what we think is “popular”​And why “no one watches” might just be a lazy takeIt’s giving chisme, it’s giving debate…Pull up, porque we said what we said. 🗣️

We put Tía Chata Guadalupe Perez Trujillo on the mic and she did not hold back. Dating, culture, made up expectations, nothing was safe. Including a wild convo on AI dating platforms and whether love is officially going digital.If you’ve ever needed tough love with a side of chisme… this one’s for you

Love isn’t one-size-fits-all—especially when your brain is a little picante. In this episode, we get real about dating, communication, and connection with ADHD and other neurospicy traits. From love languages and EQ to missing (or mastering) social cues, we break down what it actually looks like to love, live, and be understood when your mind moves differently. Funny, honest, and a little chaotic in the best way.

An IG post claims there are 10 sneaky ways to influence people. Are they manipulation tactics or just social awareness? We talk about trust, body language, pauses, and why being nice to the waiter might actually say everything about you. It’s psychology meets chisme, peri ojo! Sometimes, te están viendo la cara!

This week we unpack what’s been happening in Mexico around El Mencho, cartel influence, global corruption, and how power protects power from narcos to names like Epstein, Diddy and Chalino Sánchez. From sueños narcos to nightmares. Spicy takes and un poquito de chisme⚠️ Mentions of drugs, violence, abuse, and sensitive content.

On this week’s How I Met Your Tía, we’re talking about that TikTok calling out millennial parents for trying to be their kids’ besties instead of, you know… their parents. From oversharing money stress to venting about adult drama, are we raising emotionally fluent kids or tiny therapists con trauma and hyper independence.

From “entrepreneur” with no LLC to “emotionally available” but ghosting by Tuesday… we’re exposing the little mentiras people tell just to get a shot at amor. Is it strategy or full-on tranza? We’re talking height inflation, filtered faces, fake hobbies, and why everyone suddenly “loves hiking.” If you have stretched the truth poquito, this one’s for you. 💋

Bad Bunny didn’t just do halftime, he repped la cultura on the world stage. 🇵🇷🔥We break down how Benito infused the performance with Latino pride, from Spanish lyrics (sin traducir), to the dancers, designers, and businesses he put on. What symbolism people missed. Why representation hits different. And why choosing love over hate matters when culture gets loud.If you’ve ever felt too Latino or not Latino enough, this one’s for you.Dale play. Estamos aquí. 💃🏽

ChatGPT reads us like a Tía at Sunday dinner.We talk red flags, green flags, and personality traits, then decide if we agree or if la Tía needs to mind her business or if we are delulu. *Bombastic Side-Eye*Self-awareness, chisme, emotional maturity (maybe) and growth… más o menos.

This episode is equal parts reflective and relatable. We talk about making healthier choices while honoring the food we grew up on, because comida is cultura. We start with rapid-fire questions from friends, then open up about discipline (or lack thereof) , body changes, and letting go of the todo o nada approach . We also get honest about what we would’ve done different last year. No perfection. No shame. Just growth, tacos, and learning as we go.

The soft life sounds cute… until your inner voice says, “¿Ya limpiaste?” We talk growing up Latino, the pressure to always be productive, our parents’ packed schedules, and the irony and audacity of Vince having time while the rest of us are unlearning hustle guilt.

From blind loyalty to bad teams (looking at you, Raiders) to showing up for the people we love, this episode unpacks why we stay ride-or-die—as fans, friends, and family—even when it hurts. Fantasy football, bad decisions, and when we and others fall short.

Your favorite Latino besties are back. Holiday customs, superstition, and cultura, decoded…kind of. From mal de ojo and limpias to pineapple on pizza, we break down the why behind holiday traditions and superstitions across cultures. Are these customs rooted in science, survival, religión, or pure chaos passed down by abuelas? In this episode we explore where these beliefs came from, how they evolved, and why we still swear by them, especially during the holidays. Equal parts cultura, history, and humor.

In this solo episode, Vince is Lone Rangering it while Eileen is out of office, and he’s taking a moment to give thanks to the people who shaped him. From family who brought the party, to friends who dropped wisdom, to neighbors who literally saved the day, these are the stories that built him. There are so many people to be thankful for, here are a handful.When I look at all the pieces, the big picture of me makes sense.It’s gratitude, it’s chaos, it’s childhood memories, Marine Corps moments, poker lessons, guardian angels, and a little bit of desmadre — all wrapped into one heartfelt episode. Tune in, feel the nostalgia, and maybe send someone a quick “thank you/ gracias” text today.

Join your favorite Latino besties for a slightly emotional chat about the things we’ve learned, death, old habits, aspirations, and resolutions. Always a little chaotic but we still keep it tranquis.

Are we nosy or just here for the people? Some would call it selfless but curiosity isn’t just killing cats, it’s subpoenaing them. We’re talking jury duty, chisme, and all the times we just had to know what was going on. From courtroom drama to wanting to know why your next door neighbors are fighting. Send us your chisme, we want to talk about it!!

This week your favorite Latino besties, talk about free will, do we really choose our paths, or are we just vibing on autopilot? From karma to la religión, we’re asking: what’s real, what’s destiny, and what’s just us…settling (Chale) Get ready for some existencial chisme ☕️

Eileen and Vince are spilling all the spooky tea. 👻 From cosas paranormales that happened growing up in Latino households (because you know la chancla isn’t the only thing that flies) to creepy encounters that still send chills up their spine . It’s ghosting season and we are not talking about your ex!

This week on How I Met Your Tía, Vince and Eileen talk about what keeps us going when life gets messy, how the jobs we wanted to quit, the people who tested our patience, and those moments that lowkey built our character (even when we didn’t ask for the lesson ).We get into what drives us, when it’s okay to walk away, and why sometimes not quitting is the real flex.It’s equal parts therapy, chisme, and motivational pep talk from your fun Tía and Tío because, aquí no nos rajamos.

Your fave Tio and Tia do a “Latinos React” episode talking about all the random things we do that is “normal”. From never leaving home without a giant botella de agua, to Vince’s borderline obsession el Pumpkin Spice Latte (yes, he’s a PSL girly), Eileen’s weird tacos (no mames). And things we didn’t even think about growing up that are now an actual “thing”.

Ever since Kanye dropped his “Betrayal List,” Vince and Eileen knew it was time to release theirs, porque let’s be honest, we’ve all been betrayed. From knees that give out mid-run and metabolism that clocked out for lunch and never came back, to being ghosted by our favorite snacks at Trader Joes and Apple changing chargers otra vez just to test our faith, nada ni nadie is safe. The duo goes off on the funniest everyday traiciones, adulthood scams, travel fails, fashion regret, and somehow still ends up laughing (and dragging) through it all. Tune in for the chaos, the Palabra del Día, and a reminder that when life betrays you, at least you can put it on the list.

Vince and Eileen catch up on her Berlin adventure: a hot-and-salty marathon, Oktoberfest’s massive “tents,” surprise Spanish everywhere, and solo-travel serendipity. The customer service nightmares to wows. Uber Eats driver (shoutout Kaya!) who delivered tacos. It’s a tour from Germany to Long Beach about hospitality, pride in small businesses, and why a little kindness goes a long way—plus a slangy palabra del día that you can't miss.

In this episode of How I Met Your Tia, Vince and Eileen swap stories about the “little blessings” that felt fancy growing up first-gen—whether it was homemade popcorn for movie night, burritos wrapped in foil at school, or finally getting that three-scoop Thrifty ice cream. They dive into core childhood memories, from Sabado Gigante Saturdays to wanting brand-name shoes, and reflect on how small treats shaped their perspective on family, culture, and gratitude. Sometimes, the simplest moments leave the deepest marks.

On this episode of How I Met Your Tía, we dive into what really counts as “éxito” in relationships. Society loves to measure success by marriage and kids, but long-term friendships, those ride-or-die conexiones rarely get the credit they deserve. We also get real about parejas that drag on too long, when it’s time to let go, and why saying adiós can sometimes be the healthiest choice. Expect laughs, a little chisme, and a lot of corazón as we explore love, amistad, and everything in between.

In this episodio of How I Met Your Tía, we dive into the magic of sports and the recuerdos we’ve built around them, from our first experiences to the viral video of the señora who snatched a foul ball from a family at a baseball game (¡qué mala onda!). We also take a pause for something más serio: September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We share why talking openly matters, and how checking in with amigos y familia can save lives.If you or someone you know is struggling: • 📞 Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) • 💻 Chat via 988lifeline.org • 🌎 For international hotlines, visit findahelpline.comYou’re not alone. La vida is meant to be lived juntos. 💛

In this short solo episode, Vince takes the mic while Eileen takes a "mucho take it easy". Vulnerable and reflective, Vince shares why this podcast has become one of his few safe outlets to express thoughts, opinions, and emotions as a first-gen man. Inspired by the lessons of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse, this episode explores what it means to be vulnerable, to carry adult responsibilities, and to laugh at yourself along the way.

From friendships that fade to grudges that weigh heavy, to the bittersweet moments of caring for a viejo perrito, sometimes life reminds us that holding on too tight only hurts us more. In this episode, we get candid about learning when to fight, when to forgive, and when to simply déjalo ir. Because protecting your corazón means knowing which battles are worth it… and which ones deserve peace instead of pelea.

The streets are alive otra vez, and unfortunately, we are in them 😅 From run clubs to rooftop hangs, we’re breaking down the regreso of IRL and why everyone’s craving connection in the wild. Join us as we laugh through the awkward, the unexpected, and the magical moments that only happen when you actually leave la casa.

We’re talking about being super grateful for what you have pero también knowing when it’s time to move on. Honoring your feelings an realizing that champagne problems, are still problems 🥂 This week, we break down why “stability” can feel like freedom to some and like una jaulita to others, how the old-school mindset of staying at one job forever is shifting, and the guilt of leaving a place where everyone thinks you should be happy. Plus, we play a TikTok that hits way too close to home and reminds us that gratitude and change can totally live in the same corazón.

Love, lies, and LinkedIn chisme.In this episode, we dive into the viral CEO cheating scandal that had social media en fuego. Why do people cheat? Is it ego, opportunity, or just emotional immaturity? From office affairs to matters of the heart, we break down the psychology of infidelity and what it really says about modern love.

Are we rewriting the rules or just making excuses? Vince shares stories of feminist pushback when he tries to be “gentlemanly,” but Eileen calls B.S. saying chivalry is just basic manners. We unpack what real respect looks like, whether feminism actually killed chivalry, and wonder what our old-school tíos would say if they saw the way men are moving now.

In this episode of HIMYTia, the chisme is piping hot as one of our listeners shoots her shot with Tio Vince! She’s trying to be a Tia and we love her for it! Whether it’s love, chamba, or manifesting la vida you want sometimes you just gotta tirar el balazo and hope for the best. In this episode, we’re talking all things shoot your shot: sliding into DMs (sí, romantically and professionally), asking for what you’re worth, and not letting miedo keep you from leveling up. Vince & Eileen break down the art of the bold move, the cringe, the cute, and cómo manejar el rechazo like a pro. Grab your cafecito (or tequila) and let’s get into it porque the universe favors the brave! Échale ganas, mija/o!

What happens when your love life crosses cultural borders? In this episode of How I Met Your Tía, we spill the beans on what it’s really like to date outside your culture. From explaining why your tía keeps calling them mijo to decoding unspoken family traditions, we share our own chisme and challenges. Grab your chanclas and your open mind ,it’s time to talk culture clash, compromise, and why sometimes, love needs subtitles.

This week, your besties get into it , from the Dodgers getting called out for their quiet response to ICE raids, to dealing with deportations, MAGA “friends,” and what it means to feel disheartened in the country we call home 🇺🇸💔We talk chisme, comunidad, and the weird in-between feeling of being first-gen: proud, pissed, and still holding out hope.

Your favorite problematic tío and tía (accidentally on purpose) meet up in Vegas and catch up on their international escapades. Vince spills the family chisme from a trip to La Paz, México while Eileen breaks down her annual girls trip to Panamá y Colombia, including some juicy cultural learnings and a moment of existential spiraling about el capitalismo after visiting the Panamá Canal. It’s geography, generational trauma, and giving main character energy in customs.

We went to the No Kings March and thought we’d just walk, maybe chant, maybe flirt a little. Instead? Tears. Joy. Pride. More tears. It was a beautiful reminder that nuestra comunidad shows up hard — with love, music, and peace ✌🏽. We processed feelings, got emotional (again), and left hoping that we made the Tios and Tias that came before us proud and feeling like their sacrifices were not in vain ❤️‍🩹

*Trigger Warning* In this episode of How I Met Your Tia, Vince and Eileen discuss Femicide; Gender based violence with a large percentage of these crimes happening in Latin America. Your Latino besties discuss recent tragedies, why this is happening and where it stems from while providing resources to spread awareness and to learn so we can recognize warning signs and do our best to protect our mujeres divinas 🫶🏽 We hope you’ll listen and learn with us 😘

What started as a TikTok turned into a whole conversación: can gingers be Black? Can identity surprise us? Can it connect us?This week on How I Met Your Tía, we dive into the unexpected overlap between Afro identity and redhead culture — yes, for real. But más allá del chisme, we’re asking:What makes someone feel like they belong?Can shared experiences build comunidad even when we look different?And why are we so quick to say who’s “in” and who’s “out”?In a time when everyone feels more separated than ever, we're finding humor, curiosity, and connection in the in-between. We end this one with preguntas — not answers — porque that’s where growth lives.

Your favorite first-gen besties are back and no estamos holding back. In this episode, we spill the tea on the best dates that had us in our feelings, the worst ones that made us fake an emergency (you’ve done it too), and the immediate NOs that had us running for the hills. From romantic gestures to ick-inducing ideas (hiking on a first date? Girl, no), we’re rating date ideas and giving unsolicited (and potentially bad) advice! Porque not all dates are created equal, some are chef’s kiss, some are cringe, and some you really have to convince yourself to go on only to find that not everyone deserves a chance.

Your fave first-gen duo is back con otro episodio!This week on How I Met Your Tía, we dive into what’s behind the internet’s new favorite phrases — the B4 movement (Before you F****) , the 4B movement (bye hombres, basically), and how all of this might connect to el male loneliness epidemic.Are women setting boundaries or starting revolutions?Are the bros really not okay?And what does it mean when everyone’s yelling "no new friends!" but secretly wants connection?We break it down with our signature mezcla of chisme, cultural context, and some hard truths. Porque la soledad no discrimina — but maybe your algorithm does.

Your fave first-gen duo está back with chisme on how words age… sometimes like wine, sometimes like leche. We’re talking about palabras that had a glow-up, a cancelation, or a whole new meaning. But like us, there are some oldies but goodies.

Ever freeze mid-sentence trying to remember a word in Spanish… only to realize it might not exist? In this episode, we kick off with a little chisme and spiral into a full-blown bilingual identity crisis. From the weirdest untranslatable words to our funniest “No Sabo” moments, we ask: are we really bilingual, or just fluent in Spanglish and vibes? Tune in for laughs, language fails, and love for the words that say what English just… can’t. *Cue Vince’s dramatic interpretation of a word that’s not that deep*

This week’s episode has so many red flags, it feels like a carnival! Your amigos are back to break down the traits we ignore, excuse, or accidentally romanticize. They dive into tóxicas and toxicos, share personal stories, and debate passion or red flag? 🚩Get ready to judge us because sometimes, it’s not them, it’s us.

🌶️ Spice Level: 9/10 – Emotional prenups, gender roles, and relationship chisme? Sí, this one gets caliente.In this episode of HIMYtia, Vince and Eileen react to a viral social post where a woman declares she won’t marry unless her name is on land and assets. With very different takes from the male and female perspective, they dive into the real conversations behind that statement—discussing societal expectations, infidelity, trust, and ethically non-monogamous relationships in today’s world.And just when things start to simmer down, the show wraps with some juicy, listener-submitted chisme that’s too good not to share. 👀