Shows
Coffee & ChaosWhat Do You Bring to the Table?Lexie joins Tom and Aline to discuss (or argue) one of the hottest relationship topics on social media.
2026-01-221h 04
Smart GirlThis Is How We Do It: Third Spaces On Campus feat. Lexie PinedaSend us a textWhat if campus events felt less like ceremonies and more like sanctuary? We sit down with Doctora Alexia Fernanda Pineda Soto to rethink how universities design gatherings for first-generation students—from the invitation to the furniture to the final song. Our conversation moves past turnout metrics and prestige speakers to something deeper: events as living archives that teach belonging, honor family, and affirm first-gen wisdom as academic power.We trace the origin story of LMU’s First To Go program and the student-led practices that shaped it: cafés where stories lead...
2025-12-1942 minCoffee & ChaosThe ONE THING Women Want from a Man!Alina, Trina and Lexie give their takes on the man traits that women value most.
2025-06-261h 04Coffee & ChaosTell Me Thursday: The True Crime EpisodeAlina and Lexie move to Set A to talk about true crime, from the Menendez brothers to the lady who allegedly forgot she ran over her boyfriend ... and a little Diddy and Chris Brown throw in for good measure.
2025-05-2252 minCoffee & ChaosThe Chase: Can Men Still Pursue Women the Old-Fashioned Way?Tom and Lexie join Alina and Trina to discuss the change in how men court women in 2025. At the same time, how does classic romance clash with female entitlement pushed by social media?
2025-02-271h 04Coffee & ChaosHoliday Dating: How Long Before They're Invited to Family Dinner?Alina, Solomon and Lexie dive into the "rules" for bringing new SO's around for special family events.
2024-12-0550 minCoffee & ChaosHow Much of a Say Do Non-Baby Daddies Have?When stepdads enter the picture, are they given full parental rights, or do they have to earn them? Lexie and Alina share some very pointed views on the subject!
2024-05-301h 00Coffee & Chaos2 Moms, 2 Dads on Raising Tomorrow's MenFresh back from Mexico, Alina leads Tom, Lexie and Niz in a discussion on what's necessary to create strong men in a society that tells kids to conform. How can we raise boys to manhood with all of their "man" traits intact?
2024-04-2552 minCoffee & ChaosThe Pet Peeves We Love to HateLeaving the toilet seat up? Bringing the car back on empty? Alina welcomes the crew in to talk about their worst pet peeves, plus your responses from Instagram. Tom brings a whole list, and Lexie chimes in with some pretty specific pet peeves on dating!
2024-03-0444 min
For The GenerationFinancial LiteracyWelcome to the 2nd episode of the 3rd season of For the Generation Podcast! In this episode, we go over financial literacy topics with the wonderful Patricia "Patty" Guttierez, an emerging finance professional, an LMU alum, and a dear friend of the First To Go community. Patty shares with us a little about herself, how her family and her first-gen identity played a role in her career trajectory, and some crucial tips and tricks to help students in their financial literacy journey. Memo will once again be joined by Alexia Fernanda Pineda-Soto, also known as Lexie, the First To...
2020-10-1349 min
For The GenerationFirst-Gen Leaders and Social Justice AdvocacyWelcome to the 1st episode of the 3rd season of For the Generation! In this episode, we had the amazing opportunity to interview the great Raven Yamamoto, a first-gen OG and dedicated activist. We'll be going through their leadership journey, the importance of campus organizing, and how being a first-gen student empowers their activism. Memo will be joined by a temporary co-host, Alexia Fernanda Pineda-Soto, also known as Lexie, the First To Go Program Coordinator at LMU. We hope this episode inspires you to continue your own journey through leadership and activism. Stay tuned for our next episode! Enjoy!
2020-10-011h 27