Hella Chisme Podcast
Hella Chisme Podcast is where unfiltered storytelling meets bold conversation. This show serves up juicy chisme while diving deep into the chaos and beauty of everyday life. From sex, dating, and marriage to pop culture, spirituality, and everything in between — no topic is off-limits.
Through a strong lens on identity, culture, and connection, Dana and friends keep it real for a community of listeners who are curious, culturally fluent, and down for the ride.
Episodes
98 episodes
They Want The Rhythm, Not The Blues, But We Brought The Band Ft. Dee & Fadaka
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. This week, we are wrapping up black history month. We start with some open conversation. Distraction is a tactic and memory is a tool. We open with a Black History Month g...
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Episode 97
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1:36:10
Soft Power, Loud Message
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast.This week, we a celebrating a hundred years of Black history.It deserves more than a nod, it deserves a living practice. We open with a real moment of chaos (yes, a fully...
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Episode 96
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50:07
It’s Giving Hot Headlines & Heavy Truths
Welcome back to another episode of The Hella Chisme Podcast.Fifteen days into 2026 and the vibes are loud, the body’s tired, the headlines are messy, and we’re choosing where to spend our fire. It’s a candid look at health maintenance, r...
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Episode 95
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42:24
Best of 2025
Thank you for a year of fun and crazy conversations. Here are a few clips of the best episodes of 2025. LINK: https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcastIf you’re craving cleaner i...
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Episode 94
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4:49
A Very Hella Chisme Christmas (Virtual Live) Ft. Rian-Louis, Mike and Stef
Welcome to the audio experience of the Virtual Live of the Hella Chisme Podcast.The room felt equal parts cozy and electric the moment we went live holiday lights, clinking glasses, and that end-of-year hum where everything slows down an...
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Episode 93
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2:04:33
World-Wide Chisme: The Streets Are Talking!
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. This week, the GOTDAMN camera froze, the start time slipped, and I almost scrapped the whole plan. Instead, I rebuilt the setup, hit record on my phone, and let the mess b...
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Episode 92
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1:31:22
Artist we Love to Love
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. In this weeks episode welcome back Logan. We discussed cracked manicures, a humid week, and suddenly we’re knee-deep in the albums that raised us. One memory leads to anot...
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Episode 91
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1:21:39
Is ‘Normal’ Sex Dead? Hookup Culture, Kinks, and Compatibility
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. This week, we dig into the messy middle of modern intimacy, when hookup culture skips consent, porn scripts set the vibe, and everyone’s chasing a “10 out of 10” without t...
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Episode 90
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1:06:52
Talk to Me Nice: Communication & Connection with Dr. Marcus Shepard
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. Long story short, my therapist said I’m Stressed, The VMAs said I’m old, and Dr. Marcus said “Communicate Better”Pop culture sets the stage, but the heart of this e...
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Episode 89
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1:27:30
Echoes of the Sapphire Circle
Welcome Back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. We kick off the episode with a Halloween vibe check, balancing real-world heaviness, predatory ICE recruiting, public grief for beloved artists with the pop culture escape...
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Episode 88
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1:13:06
Suckey, Suckey
Welcome back to another episode of The Hella Chisme Podcast. This week the Red lights on, fangs out, and zero apologies, we’re sinking our teeth into the vampire canon that shaped a generation. From Blade’s day-walking swagger to Bu...
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Episode 87
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1:24:54
AI in Podcasting — The Rise of Avatars & AI Co-Hosts
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast, This week we dive into the digital landscape, I think it's time we recognize that things are shifting beneath our feet as AI transforms how we create and consume content. ...
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Episode 86
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29:46
Intimacy Beyond Sex
Welcome back to another episode. This week together we challenge the widespread misconception that intimacy is synonymous with sex, exploring how it actually encompasses emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and physical dimensions of our relatio...
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Episode 85
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1:44:11
Back in My Bag: Life, Burnout, and Fiji Vibes
Welcome Back! I know it has been a minute but we are back with another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. After a rejuvenating break from the podcast world, I've returned with renewed energy and a crystal-clear vision for show. Th...
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Episode 84
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54:48
Carrie, Big, & the Chaos of Dating: Sex and the City Then vs Now
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. This week, we discuss Stefanie's birthday and reflections on relationships, the value of consistency in friendships as she turns 34, plus Dana's exciting experience ...
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Episode 83
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1:41:15
Cowboy Hats and Controversies
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast.This week, we break down the mixed signals around Beyoncé's tour ticket sales and share our excitement for her upcoming concert, plus discuss the shocking allegations against Sh...
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Episode 82
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1:12:55
Navigating Love's Silent Struggles: From Casual Sex to Long-term Relationships
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast.This week we dive into the messy world of dating with hilarious horror stories and brutally honest relationship talk. We share our weekend plans before launching into cringe-wor...
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Episode 81
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1:30:39
Navigating San Diego's Soaring Cost of Living Crisis
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. This week we do a episode reprise where we discuss, the cost of living in America has reached unsustainable levels, with Hawaii topping the charts at a required median inc...
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Episode 80
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53:57
Busy Bee's
Welcome back to another Episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. This week, We get real about finding balance in an increasingly busy world and discuss the challenges of maintaining personal identity while juggling multiple roles and re...
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Episode 79
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54:47
Cheesemake Jeopardy
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. This week, Dana, Stephanie, and special guest Mike discuss everything from personal life updates to pop culture in this laughter-filled live episode recorded despite Merc...
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Episode 78
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1:59:47
Coffee Chat with The Fam
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. This week, we dive deep into America's caffeine culture, exploring everything from traditional coffee and tea to trendy alternatives like mushroom coffee and energy drinks...
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Episode 77
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1:46:38
Angie's Women's History
Welcome back to another episode of the Hella Chisme Podcast. Dana delves into Women's History Month and International Women's Day, exploring the origins, significance, and personal impact of these celebrations on our perspectives of femal...
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Episode 76
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57:32
Double Jeopardy
This week on the Hella Chisme Podcast, Join us for a candid and entertaining exploration of life’s responsibilities! We navigate everything from busy schedules to mental health tips, combined with much laughter. You won't want to miss our Pop C...
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Episode 75
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1:05:21