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In this episode we discuss the documentary podcast Forgotten: Women of Juarez. The story is narrated by journalists Monica Ortiz Uribe and Oz Woloshyn. This investigation takes place in the border town of Juarez, Mexico where hundreds of women over a span of 30 years disappeared and later turn up dead with signs of being raped and assaulted.  We discuss and provide an overview of the final Episodes 6 through 10.

In this episode we discuss the documentary podcast Forgotten: Women of Juarez. The story is narrated by journalists Monica Ortiz Uribe and Oz Woloshyn. This investigation takes place in the border town of Juarez, Mexico where hundreds of women over a span of 30 years disappeared and later turn up dead with signs of being raped and assaulted.  We discuss and provide an overview of Episodes 1 through 5.

In this Episode we reminisce about Birthday parties and celebrations. Raul talks about how birthday parties were celebrated growing up Mexican. He shares his memories from his first piñata birthday party and the infamous Corona beer truck. Kristi talks about the birthday parties she had growing up and her favorite birthday party as an adult. Grab your favorite beverage and get ready to celebrate with us.

In this episode we discuss the rise of "Cancel Culture" and how it has become a trend in Social Media platforms. We discuss our views on this subject and how we react when we hear or read views we don't agree with. Kristi talks about the nicknames she has amassed during her career and Raul shares his nickname. Raul talks about his past experience of being segregated at a restaurant during a visit to Atlanta. Kristi explains how a google search might have placed her on the FBI watchlist. Raul and Kristi discuss Femicide and Raul briefly talks about "Forgotten: Women of Juarez" which is a podcast series on femicides in Juarez, Mexico that began in 1995 and spanned two decades.

In this episode we discuss five more questions that were sent to us by our friend Miranda. Raul explains the drama surrounding the Gamestop stock and the battle between the Billionaire backed Hedge Funds and the Reddit subgroup WSB (Wall Street Bets). Kristi talks about why she would like to live in Europe and her love affair with Turkey Club sandwiches. Raul goes into a deep explanation of tacos and rants about bologna. We also read some of the answers to the questions posted by some of our listeners.

In this episode we answer and discuss questions that were sent to us by our fabulous friend and listener Miranda. Raul explains why he wants to visit North Korea if he was invisible for a day. Kristi talks about why she would like to sit next to Keanu Reeves on the plane. We also read the answers to the questions posted by some of our listeners. Kristi tells us about her new code word "Waffle House" and the meaning behind it and you don't want to miss out.

In this episode Raul & Kristi review the first week of 2021. They discuss the riot at the U.S. Capitol Building and how the world is looking at America. Raul talks about how his goal of working less hours for 2021 has gone in the first week. Kristi discusses her week one progress on her journey to eating healthier and losing weight. They both review the first episodes of 2021 (Episodes 6 & 7) and why Episode 7 has become Kristi's favorite.

In this episode we are joined by special guest and fellow podcaster Mara Blalock. Mara is the host of Fried Crime & Biscuits a true crime podcast. We discuss how she became a true crime podcaster and the five cases Mara summarizes on her podcast. We also discuss haunted places and her new podcast episodes Spooks and Gravy that will venture into the paranormal. Raul talks about the "Casa Verde" or "Green House" that he grew up in when living in Mexico and the paranormal activity that went on inside the house for many years. 

In this episode we are joined by Mara Blalock, fellow podcaster, and discuss various topics about our experiences in 2020. We talk about our Christmas celebrations in 2020 and how we celebrated as kids. Kristi shares her story of the Christmas Eve Elf that came bearing gifts during her childhood. Raul discusses how Christmas was celebrated growing up Mexican. We all share our New Year resolutions and goals for 2021.

In this episode we talk about our first summer jobs, the Jeep community and the Jeepholes that come as part of the package. Raul talks about growing up Mexican and dealing with a Mexican mother's triple threat disciplinay arsenal, La Chancla, El Cucuy , the Robachicos and growing up without Santa Claus.  He also talks about his experience getting caught crossing the U.S. border illegally.