Toob Talks

In this episode, Sebass and I talk about what it's really like to leave Texas and build a life somewhere new. From culture shock and sky-high rent to making friends as an adult and dealing with family asking when we're coming back home, we share the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of life away from Houston. We also discuss the strange feeling of outgrowing parts of home while still loving it deeply. If you've ever moved away from where you grew up, this episode is for you.

My co-host Jose and I look back at our favorite moments from 2025—from the best memes to the songs we had on repeat and the pop culture moments that took over. It’s a little late, but the nostalgia still hits. We relive what defined the year for us and what everyone was talking about. This episode has been sitting in our draft folder, and we’re finally putting it out now. 🎙️

Jose and I dive into our history with Facebook—how we first got on it and what it meant back then. We talk about the features we used the most, from Marketplace to the classic move of poking people. It’s a nostalgic look at how the platform shaped our early internet years. This episode sat in our draft folder for a while, but we’re finally sharing it now.

My co-host Jose just turned 30, so we dug into our draft folder and finally released an episode that somehow never made it out. We talk about leaving our 20s behind—the chaos, the lessons, and the pressure to have life figured out. It’s a candid conversation about what actually changes when you step into a new decade.

In this episode, we dive into our wild adventures in Cancún and the Mexican Caribbean. Coco Bongo parties, questionable tan lines, and whether those excursions are actually worth the hype. We debate which beach truly reigns supreme. It’s a full vacation recap with all the laughs.

In this episode, we get real about feeling down—how often it hits, what it looks like, and how we deal with it. We talk about our go-to rut busters, spotting when a friend’s not okay, and the little things that help when the sad creeps in. It’s honest, a little vulnerable, and somehow still funny. Because sometimes, laughing through it is part of the cure.

In this episode, we take a nostalgic trip through our favorite malls—breaking down our go-to stores, food court must-haves, and weekend rituals. We ask the big question: Are malls dying, or are they just evolving with fewer pretzel samples? From Hollister hoodies to Orange Julius brain freezes, nothing is off-limits. It’s a love letter to the ultimate teenage hangout spot.

In this episode, we relive our chaotic prom experiences. From the awkward buildup and sky-high expectations to the forgotten corsages and questionable dance moves. We talk pre-prom nerves, the weird pressure to make it a “night to remember,” and the wild after-party scenes that sometimes outshone the dance itself. Was it worth the hype? Maybe not—but it sure makes for a good story

In this episode, we delve into our personal experiences with hurricanes while growing up in Texas, specifically, the chaos of Ike and the devastation of Harvey. We also get into tornado alley anxiety, surprise earthquakes, and the way Texas storms love to show up uninvited. From last-minute H-E-B runs to losing power mid-shower, it’s all here. Weather may be unpredictable, but laughing about it is guaranteed.

This episode is all about that wild ride from your last semester of college to the moment real life hits. We relive the stress, the senioritis, the celebrations, and the awkward limbo after graduation. From job hunts to hot take tips on how to survive post-grad life, we’re saying what everyone’s thinking. It’s funny, honest, and might make you feel better about not having it all figured out. 🎓