The Coakley Collection

Disclaimer: More than one bottle of wine was consumed during this loving conversation between Chris and Ashley in a San Francisco hotel.

What starts as a deep dive into Chris’s career as a federal agent quickly spirals into a masterclass in wine-fueled wisdom, questionable career advice, and the fine art of parenting through sheer improvisation. Along the way, Ashley asks the questions she's always wanted—about his job, their wedding, and whether or not he has ever, in fact, taken someone down in his underwear.

From tactical training to toddler negotiations, the conversation reveals that the real secret to happiness is marrying someone who can make you laugh until you cry... or at least until you lose count of how much wine you’ve had.

Chris, this one’s for you.

The one and only Peter aka Popi aka Pedro Martinez sat down to share the stories, memories, and moments that have shaped his life—and, in turn, shaped you. From the beautiful chaos of growing up as one of nine siblings to the deep love and admiration he has for his own family today, this conversation is a window into the man who has always been in your corner.

He reflects on some of his favorite Uncle Jimmy memories, the best friend he was lucky enough to call family, and the weight of that loss. He shares the serendipitous way he met PamPam, how he almost messed it up, and the not-so-subtle nudge from Mia that got him back on track. And when it comes to you and Kate, he doesn’t hold back on what he admires most, the moments that have meant the most, and just how proud he is of the people you’ve become.

Through it all, one theme kept emerging: gratitude. Popi says he feels like he "fell in a tub of butter"——which, as it turns out, is a very good thing. His stories reveal a man blessed beyond measure by the people he’s loved and the life he’s lived. And if you take away one thing from this interview, it’s how much of that gratitude is reserved for you.

Chris, buckle up—this is Your Mom™ like you’ve never heard her before.

Pam Coakley—aka the Burgalhoff, aka PamPam, aka Pamelita—sat down to tell stories, drop wisdom, and confirm once and for all that she has, in fact, always been this cool.

She takes us back to her wild, free-spirited childhood in Lafayette, California, where late-night swims, epic adventures, and sleeping outside every single night were just part of the norm. She also reflects on the deep love of her father, the challenges of growing up with a struggling mother, and how those early experiences shaped the way she parents—and grand-parents—today.

And of course, she talks about you. What it’s meant to be your mom, what she admires most about the person you’ve become, and why she still might love your kids just a tiny bit more than she loves you. 

Full of humor, warmth, and classic PamPam energy, this conversation is a reminder of why life is just better when she’s around.

So grab a glass of wine (or let’s be real, a margarita), press play, and enjoy this front-row seat to the legend that is Pam Coakley.