Pao and Co.

In this week's episode, I discuss my sobriety journey. Happy listening!Follow me on social:https://open.spotify.com/show/3YcUcOSXwbggNMOnGiGOAl?si=f1f0d7217c5f4e58https://www.instagram.com/paoandcopodcast

I don't like pigeons. That's all.

I'm baaaaaaack. I went MIA, but alas, summer is upon us, and thus a new season of Pao & Co. In this episode, I chat about how inconsistent I have been throughout these past few months. From daily routines, friendships, you name it, I've been out of it. It's time to make a change, and hopefully I can turn things around six months into the year.Follow me on social:https://www.instagram.com/paoandcopodcast

John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette became a national obsession. I watched all of Love Story so we could talk about what it got right, what it got wrong, and what their story still says about fame and identity in this day and age.Please follow me on social!Instagram: @paoandcopodcast

This episode is a thought experiment born from fear and frustration. As misogyny continues to shape our reality, I explore why the idea of a land with no men feels like refuge, and what it says about the world women are navigating today.

No one hands you a manual for watching the people you love grow old. In this episode, I’m diving into the "uncomfortable truths" of aging and caregiving. Watching my mom care for my grandmother was a wake-up call I wasn't expecting—revealing the mental, emotional, and financial toll that hits when the roles of parent and child start to flip. I’m sharing how this experience exposed my own lack of preparedness and why we need to start talking about the reality of the future before we’re right in the middle of it.

I believe that no human is illegal. I believe that everyone has the right to migrate in the hopes of finding a better life, better opportunities, and safety for themselves and their families. Here are some links if you wish to donate:ACLU: https://www.aclu.org/issues/immigrants-rightsFor Puerto Rico: https://ayudalegalpr.org/

In this episode, I’m feeling nostalgic AF. The world feels loud, chaotic, and constantly on edge, so I find myself missing the early 2000s. A time when life felt simpler, joy came easier, and I was truly living my best life. Consider this a soft rewind to a version of the world that felt a little more… normal.Be part of my tribe ✨ Follow me on Instagram:instagram.com/paoandcopodcast

Is it too much to ask to see your favorite artist without selling a kidney?! In this mini-rant, I vent about the chaos of modern ticket buying and mourn the dream of affordable concerts.Be part of my tribe ✨ Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/paoandcopodcast

The RTO mandates are in place, but do they actually serve a purpose? Today, I dive into the "Return to Office" trend and the friction it’s causing. I discuss why these mandates feel less like a "return to normal" and more like a refusal to evolve. We explore:Why remote work isn't just a trend, but a better way to live.The high cost of losing work/life balance.How can we start thinking about the future of work instead of reverting to the past?Be part of my tribe ✨ Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/paoandcopodcast

Yes, I call my dog my child. This mini-rant dives into why pet parents don’t need validation, permission, or opinions about the love we give our dogs.

I attended a speed dating event, so you don’t have to... and I have thoughts. After being out of the game for a while, I stepped outside my comfort zone and tried speed dating. In this week’s episode, I walk you through my entire experience: Who did I meet? Did I make any connections? I share what I learned about myself and the challenges of dating in 2026.

Netflix, we need to talk. In this mini-rant, I share my frustration with shows being released in parts instead of all at once. Binge culture raised me! I’m over the interruptions, the cliffhangers, and the broken viewing experience. Let me watch the whole season in peace.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the Heated Rivalry season finale and… wow. 🔥🔥 This season finale was absolutely everything. If you’re still thinking about the episode as I am, this one’s for you. ✨💖

In this end-of-year episode, I reflect on 2025. The lessons that shaped me, the habits and beliefs I’m leaving behind, and the intentions I’m carrying into 2026.

This week, I’m sharing my thoughts on Eternity, a movie about love, the afterlife, and the weight of choosing just one person forever. I explore the film’s major themes and how it invites us to question the kind of love we’re drawn to versus the type of love we should be aiming for. It’s a reflection on passion versus consistency, and what it means to be loved deeply, quietly, and without conditions.

I don't get the matcha hype. I'm sorry, but nothing can replace the pure magic of a perfect cappuccino. I'm a coffee girly for life, and this episode is dedicated to everyone who feels the same way.

In an age where we're all glued to streaming platforms, I wonder: has streaming completely ruined the movie theater experience? Join me in this week's episode, where I share my thoughts and concerns. Let's save the movie theaters!

Adulting is just paying for car stuff. In this mini-rant, I delve into the shocking yearly costs of car ownership—insurance, maintenance, and gas—and how much money I spend annually. Tune in if your car payment is making you weep. Let's rant about it.

BREAKING NEWS: YOUR GIRL IS STUDENT LOAN DEBT FREE! 🎉After many long and stressful years, I finally made my last payment, and I am officially a free woman. In this episode, I share my student loan journey, the sense of financial freedom I feel, and the tough realities of private student loans.If you are struggling with student loan payments, this episode is for you. There is a light at the end of the tunnel.

AI: I use it, you use it — everyone is using it. In this week’s episode, I talk about my love for ChatGPT, how it’s become an everyday tool I rely on, what worries me about it, and how it’s shaping the way we think.And yes, I used ChatGPT to edit this description. 🙈

“In this week’s episode, I share my personal experience with burnout—what led me to my breaking point and how I’m recovering now. Burnout is something so many of us face at some point in our lives, so let’s talk about it.”

Unpopular opinion: I don’t like Christmas. This week, I break down why the holiday stress, expectations, and noise make it my least favorite time of the year.

Who else is sick of passwords?

What’s Bugonia really about? Bees, power, and the end of humanity — in today’s episode, we break it all down.

Introducing mini-rant episodes dropping weekly. Today’s quick rant is about social media burnout, endless scrolling, and realizing how much time I’ve wasted doomscrolling. It’s time to touch some grass.

I gave dating apps another try- mostly out of curiosity and maybe a little boredom. This time, I was abroad, which was interesting. In this week’s episode, let’s talk about what I found, how the vibes have changed, and whether the future of dating is still digital or shifting back to IRL.

In this premiere episode, I dive into the beautiful chaos of traveling - because if we are being honest, we all love to discover new places but getting there? That’s another story. From airport delays, cramped flights, to missing luggage, I’m talking all about the not-so-glam side of travel and why the journey itself can sometimes test your patience more than the destination inspires you.