In this episode of the LatinX Angeleno Podcast, Gaby and Lucio dive deep into SoCal/L.A.'s diverse landscapes, sharing their personal picks for the best and worst neighborhoods and cities. From the sunny shores of Malibu to the sprawling streets of the Inland Empire and the hidden gems of the SGV and Orange County, join them as they discuss what makes each area unique—and where they wouldn’t want to live. Whether you're an L.A. native or just curious about the region, this episode is packed with insights and anecdotes that will make you see L.A. in a different light.

In this episode of the LatinX Angeleno Podcast, Gaby and Lucio explore the highs and lows of their experiences with Latinx cultural stigmas, their personal relationship with weed, and candid reflections on cannabis. This episode, reminiscent of a fantastic smoke session, runs a bit longer than usual, giving you the chance to unwind and delve into the conversation. So, roll one up, sit back, and enjoy the ride.

In their return episode, Gabby and Lucio delve deep into their unique and contrasting educational journeys within the vibrant landscape of Los Angeles. They share their personal experiences, challenges faced, and triumphs achieved while navigating the city's diverse educational opportunities and systems. They explore themes of diversity, equity, and the pursuit of academic and personal growth.

Gabby and Lucio discuss the historical significance of the 6th Street bridge in light of its current re-opening, headlines, and the community's reaction to it.

Gabby & Lucio criticize and wax poetic about all things Dodgers while taking a jab at Boston sports teams and honoring what makes the Dodger fan experience a profound, meaningful, and culturally important one. 

Gabby and Lucio reflect on their childhood and teenage summer experiences in Los Angeles and make sense of the beauty of summer as aspiring adults. They discuss what makes an L.A. summer unique, culturally relevant, and joyous. Learn about how they navigated staying cool, made questionable teenage decisions, and wax poetic about their love for the beach.

In this episode, Gabby and Lucio discuss how food has impacted their acculturation/assimilation experience while highlighting favorite foods, L.A. restaurants, guilty pleasures, and of course, their love for King Taco. All with the background sounds of an East L.A. summer evening. Enjoy!

In our introductory episode, we learn a little about Gabby & Lucio, how they met, and where, and how they grew up in Los Angeles. They compare and contrast their own experiences and discuss what it means to be LatinX, Mexican, and/or Angeleno. Finally, they preview future episode topics. Please join us as they explore all things LatinX and Angeleno.