The Brown Bag crew celebrates the end of 2025 by recapping their most chaotic highlights, ranging from Mariah Carey’s viral "Bonnie and Clyde" stories about Tupac to the bizarre "Italian brain rot" taking over the internet. The comedy peaks during a high-stakes Homie Helpline where they debate if a girlfriend should pay to fix the car she keyed during a breakup, followed by the crew roasting Vic for his "one-year tattoo" and Angie for her bread-induced constipation.

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The Brown Bag crew celebrates the end of the year by recapping their wildest highlights, ranging from Letty's prestigious media award to Concrete's near-death experience choking on a rookie-year icebreaker. The comedy peaks as the hosts debate the "flagrant foul" of putting sour cream on tamales, roast Vic for his one-year anniversary tattoo, and hear a shocking Homie Helpline update from Roberto, who finally called it quits with both his wife and her sister.

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Lo returns to the Homie Helpline for a wild update, explaining how a night of San Pedro shrimp and "drinks on the rocks" led to him getting "vampire marks" from his ex and ghosting a new girl he was supposed to take to church. The squad also roasts Vic after his girlfriend racked up a $100 bill on just kimchi and ramen at a Korean BBQ spot, sparking a heated debate on whether she’s secretly pregnant or if Vic just got "bamboozled".

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The crew tackles a high-stakes Homie Helpline where they debate if a homie should break up with his girl during their anniversary beach trip, eventually suggesting a "firing protocol" that involves parking unmarked cars and making a clean getaway. The comedy continues as the squad gets into a heated argument over whether putting sour cream on tamales is a culinary masterpiece or a "flagrant foul," all while roasting Greg for being a "gentleman of the night" for a woman who already has a boyfriend.

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On today's episode the crew celebrates Concrete's birthday and has an amazing sit down with Snow Tha Product!

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This episode is like a Christmas piñata: it starts with some heavy, heartfelt hits that might bring a tear to your eye, but it eventually breaks open into a chaotic explosion of sweets, laughter, and high-energy debates about things like "live, laugh, love" signs and thongs at Spongebob premieres.

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Federico calls the Homie Helpline furious because he introduced his work crush—who had previously given him a "boo basket"—to his friend, only for the friend to immediately swoop in and steal her away because Federico never shot his shot, leaving him feeling like he brought his own replacement. Meanwhile, the hosts freak out over the bizarre news that the brother of LA Rams star Puka Nacua was arrested for allegedly stealing a Lakers rookie's SUV and being dumb enough to valet it.

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Hector checks in with the Homie Helpline after cutting off the ICE agent he was dating for six months because his undocumented parents did not approve, leading to the devastating realization that he "wasn't the first one to leave her" for that reason,. Additionally, the crew dives into the international chaos stirred up by a British baker living in Mexico who created a culinary controversy by dismissing the country's rich bread tradition and calling their beloved bolillo "ugly rolls",.

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Caller Daisy is losing it after she found her boyfriend's ChatGPT history included "Reasons to cheat," forcing the crew to debate if she should apologize for turning up on him or trust her man who claims it was just a joke with the homies. Plus, the hosts dive into the bizarre story of how Jim Carrey almost quit playing the Grinch due to panic attacks caused by the lengthy makeup process, which required the studio to hire a CIA operative trainer to teach him how to endure torture.

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This week, we try to untangle the mess when Lizzy's man wants to take their four-month-old to see the grandma who threatened to "throw hands" while Lizzy was holding the newborn. Then, we hear confessions during the 'Naughty Forgiveness' segment, where one adorable nine-year-old admits to stealing money just to fund her serious Panda Express addiction.

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Our guy Miguel needs serious help on the Homie Helpline after revealing he knocked up his 40-year-old mom's best friend, Miss Veronica, leaving him stressing about breaking the news to Mom, who desperately wanted a grandchild. Plus, Greg shares the wild details of his very first deep tissue massage, which turned into a horrifying realization that he was getting unexpected work done on his booty.

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Hector calls the Homie Helpline in sheer panic after his beautiful girlfriend of six months confessed she is an ICE agent the moment he tried to make things official, leaving him to figure out how to introduce "the enemy" to his undocumented parents. The hosts also roast the teacher who nervously responded to Khloe Kardashian's flirtatious comment and try to understand why Gelo Ball regretted marrying his side chick over an intense argument about moving to Porter Ranch.

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Christina calls into the Homie Helpline begging for advice on winning back her baby daddy, G, only to hear him and his mother air out their messy 10-year relationship and confirm that G has officially downgraded her to "side piece" status. Meanwhile, the crew dives into the latest hip-hop drama where Ja Rule attempts the "lawsuit angle" after 50 Cent reposts an interview clip alleging Ja Rule and Diddy were seen exiting a room completely nude.

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The Homie Helpline is extra juicy this week as Jazelle seeks advice after being disinvited from her bestie’s Christmas party because the cousin gives her "weird vibes," leading to a full-blown conspiracy theory about her man's past. The crew also investigates why In-N-Out is being a total buzzkill by completely removing the infamous order number 67 from their system.

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This week, we dive into the Homie Helpline to counsel a guy whose 'glow up' has him ready to trade in his loyal wife for a chance at finding an Instagram 'test drive'. Meanwhile, the crew debates whether getting a "fade" haircut makes you officially unprofessional if you’ve somehow managed to hit the big 3-0, according to one viral real estate agent.

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Julio is turning Christmas into a combat sport after drawing his despised beer pong rival—a "lame" baby daddy he fought three years ago—for Secret Santa, forcing the Brown Bag crew to debate whether he should stand on business or finally squash the beef. Additionally, the 'Naughty List' segment exposes the true monsters of the holiday season: parents who leave folded laundry on the floor for the dog to lay on and mothers who refuse to allow hot Cheetos for breakfast.

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Felix calls the Homie Helpline seeking advice about leaving his wife after a big fight, but the Mandita Machine quickly questions the credibility of his story—specifically, the suspiciously brief, two-hour round trip drive for "one beer" with his friend to "decompress" at 3 A.M.. Meanwhile, the crew gives a dire warning: shredded cheese bought at major retailers like Target and Walmart is currently being recalled because it contains potential pieces of metal, meaning listeners should "toss it" if they still have a bag.

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Rachel calls the Homie Helpline feeling majorly slighted and self-conscious after her sister removed their matching Harley-Davidson memorial tattoo—honoring their late father who loved to ride—because her new "red flag boyfriend" thought it was "tacky and ghetto". Then, things get really weird as the crew discusses the explosive Diddy documentary allegations, including a male escort's claim that Diddy hosted annual "freakoffs" on the anniversary of Biggie’s death and allegedly collected bodily fluids.

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The 'Homie Helpline' tackles Joe's moral dilemma after his girlfriend, dealing with serious health issues, gives him a full-on hall pass, leading to chaotic advice about finding a "gold standard lady of the night". Meanwhile, the crew opens up the naughty list nominations, featuring a dad who uses the threat of no presents to procure necessary foot massages from his daughter because his feet are apparently "really bad".

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Evelyn calls the Homie Helpline after trying to get a Real ID revealed her man's identity crisis: he discovered his birth certificate lists his father as Juan Martinez from Mexico, meaning he is only Mexican and not full Salvi as he thought. Meanwhile, the hosts are divided over the US transportation secretary's viral call to "ditch the pajama pants and slippers" while traveling, with some fiercely defending their right to be comfy and others calling the casual airport look "fongo behavior"

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This episode begins by highlighting the 10-year tradition of the viral Thanksgiving gathering between Wanda Dench and Jamal Hil Hinton, which originated from a text message sent to the wrong number. The main discussion revolves around a listener's dilemma asking if it is fair to request that his girlfriend pay for half the cost to fix his keyed car and replace his missing PlayStation—damage she inflicted when she initially caught him cheating—now that they have gotten back together.

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This Thanksgiving week special features a gut-busting eulogy for the perpetually bald-tired Nissan Ultima, honoring its screaming timing belt and drivers who were definite "red flags," followed by a collective horror reaction to the viral monstrosity known as the matcha turkey that resembles Shrek. The crew also help a listener navigate the treacherous waters of the "Homie Help Line," advising her about a "pretty close friend" who asked permission to date her "wonderful man" ex-husband, a level of betrayal the crew suspects has been plotting since the divorce.

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This episode discusses various Thanksgiving practices, ranging from non-traditional holiday meals, such as having only sides or seafood like crab and shrimp, to celebrity favorites like Tom Brady's grandma's biscuits, and the happiness associated with decorating for Christmas as early as November 1st. The main segments feature an emotional listener's dilemma about his girlfriend, who volunteers extensively cleaning and folding clothes but won't clean their shared ADU unless she gets a ring, alongside a powerful announcement detailing the Neighborhood Nip Foundation and Think Watts Foundation's first annual turkey drive, where they plan to give away 5,000 turkeys.

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This Friendsgiving Friday, the crew tackles a messy Homie Helpline advice request from Lai, whose overbearing dad is pocket watching, bullying, and making a weird offer to her fiancé after a car repossession, prompting one host to exclaim: "Your dad's going to heaven, Conto". The show also dives into the drama surrounding the Bus family firings and the wild rumors that 49-year-old Ja Rule was recently jumped in New York, allegedly involving Max B's crew. 

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This episode gets heavy on the "Homie Helpline" as Paulina grapples with the devastating choice between staying with her boyfriend, Raul, who no longer wants children, and sacrificing her dream of being a mother after suffering a loss. The crew attempts to balance the seriousness with chaotic antics, including a stomach-churning "Thumpkin Thursday" pumpkin shake challenge that tasted "exactly like throw up" and a heated debate over celebrity relationships with fans, especially Doja Cat calling her supporters "little ants".

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We tackle Jacob's terrifying dilemma: his "toxica" wife is making deportation jokes and demanding gifts if he wants her signature on his mom's green card application, a situation so bad that a self-proclaimed "toxic" caller tells the wife she needs to "tone down the toxica". Plus, we cover the massive opportunity for a lucky eater to become a $2,000 Las Vegas Thanksgiving buffet judge and celebrate the genius bride who walked down the aisle to the "Thong Song" played beautifully on a harp by Siren Gliss.

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It’s Turkey Trot Tuesday, and the fam is fighting through the pain of mashed potato fallout ("It went in as mashed potatoes came out as gravy") while poor Victor recovers from the shortest 5K ever, having lost massive bets that cost him his son's fandom and forced him into a Cowboys jersey. The 'Homie Helpline' segment tackles a holiday nightmare when a new half-sister wants to crash Thanksgiving, forcing the hosts to debate whether the truth should "come out over the turkey" or if it’s too disrespectful to the family.

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The Homie Helpline delivers a piping hot cup of abuelita chocolate as April’s tia betrays her whole family by going back to the foo who cheated, faked his death, and gave her "an itch she couldn't scratch off"! Meanwhile, the Brown Bag crew debates if Klay Thompson’s poor NBA performance is truly due to his relationship with Meg the Stallion—who was referred to as a "kitty cat" by former NBA players—and they react to Ray J’s explosive counter-suit alleging the Kardashians faked tape drama for ratings.

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One husband, Eddie, calls the Homie Helpline seeking help to win back his wife after his 12-year relationship blew up due to him seeking attention and validation from girls on Instagram. Meanwhile, the crew discusses why the iconic voice of Morgan Freeman is threatening legal action against anyone using AI to mimic his voice for low-budget content, stating, "I don't appreciate it" and is feeling robbed of opportunities.

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The Homie Helpline tackles a chaotic call from a new mom struggling with her "Suegra" (mother-in-law) who is engaging in secret, skin-to-skin bonding with the baby while wearing a "granny bra," leading the mom to worry about boundary issues and feeling totally replaced. Adding insult to injury, the crew judges California for having the most mispronounced "word" being a name (Kali Uchis), while also celebrating the fact that Christmas trees are tariff-free and announcing the huge giveaway of 106 free Tamal kits for the holidays.

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The Brown Bag crew tackles a huge holiday crisis on the Homie Helpline, where a single dad is threatening to cancel Thanksgiving and Christmas because his 22-year-old daughter borrowed $2,000 for parking tickets and tags and still hasn't paid him back. You'll want to listen carefully as the team also reviews the dramatic and suspicious audio from Vic's viral "ringer dinger" chiropractor visit, discusses Kim Kardashian blaming psychics for failing her bar exam, and celebrates the saga of the woman who managed to make it across the Mexico border in a stolen car.

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The "Homie Helpline" takes on heart-wrenching (and infuriating) family drama as Miriam seeks advice on how to retrieve her grandpa's promised car and sentimental items from his controlling new wife, who cruelly told her she'll "get over losing a grandpa". Plus, the crew debates why Target is implementing a creepy new initiative that requires staff to look you dead in the eye and smile from 10 feet away, potentially ruining everyone's human-interaction-free shopping experience.

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The Homie Helpline goes deep into anxiety and technology when Katie asks if she should allow her cheating baby daddy to claim the child conceived during a "POP"-less rendezvous with a married man, fearing that future DNA tests will expose the years-long lie. This chaotic situation inspires listeners to call in and share how Ancestry.com and other tests have already revealed that their own family secrets and paternity questions came to light, often imploding their entire family structure. The crew also discusses major pop culture disappointment as Daddy Yankee suggests he would skip performing the iconic "Gasolina" at the Super Bowl, preferring to promote his new spiritual music to "send a message".

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The Homie Helpline features Joey, who is struggling with immense guilt over potentially missing Christmas for an anniversary trip, as his family reminds him of his sick mother. Then, the crew debates if two years of probation is worse than 20 days behind bars and unpacks the wild news that the classic Matrix code is allegedly based entirely on sushi recipes.

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Tune in to the Homie Helpline where Aaron is agonizing over whether to block his "hater homie" Jason—who went sour after losing his girl and whip—or try to save their 16-year friendship, even though Jason publicly clowned his skills. The hosts also break down the confusing Electoral College using analogies involving the World Series, buying bottle service sections at the club, and throwing a chaotic pizza party.

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The Homie Helpline catches up with Tony, a 27-year-old who admitted to making jokes out of everything, including purposely leaving his shoes out to annoy his now ex-girlfriend, but he plans to join the Marines to prove he's finally a man. Plus, the crew tallies the results of the hilariously divisive Brown Bag Election!

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The Homie Helpline is on fire as Carlos seeks advice on his "anger rights" after his fiancée's stepdaughter asks her mom to be the madrina alongside her ex-husband padrino for a baby baptism, sparking debate over whether he should confront the entire family. We also celebrate the Dodgers' improbable World Series victory against the Blue Jays with reports from the massive parade in Downtown LA (where fans are getting fired for attendance!) while also trolling Drake for talking trash only to see his team lose, and breaking down celebrity breakups and Halloween drama.

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The crew tackles a relationship crisis on the Homie Helpline when Savannah discovers her Christian boyfriend plans to ditch her for a Halloween party hosted by a "lesbian coworker," leading the guys to jokingly advise she should "let him cheat in peace" or just give him a "ring camera around his neck" as a costume. Plus, Alfred Robles delivers a big announcement, Vic reveals his truly bizarre Billy Ray Cyrus costume, and renowned medium AJ Barrera joins the show to connect with spirits and even instructs a caller to fix a bathroom leak.

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The crew dives deep into the Homie Helpline to figure out if Pedro's Tia is protecting him from bad vibes or if the cold spots in the house mean he’s a ghost who doesn’t realize he’s dead. We also break down the confusing word of the year, "67," which apparently can mean anything from "mid" to a chemically relevant insult found on the periodic table.

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The Homie Helpline is swinging into chaos as a father tries to decide whether to participate in the Spider-Man meme costume with his 8-year-old son and his "skinny and single" baby mama, risking an unhappy wife who believes the ex is trying to "catch that web again". Later, the laughter continues when DJ Greg C reveals Concrete’s shocking 2016 past as an LA rapper named "Beretta" (a.k.a. "The Mexican Game") during Wicked Wednesday, and the crew tackles major topics like J. Cole’s $500k lawsuit over a handshake deal and China’s new law requiring certified podcasters.

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The Homie Helpline takes a serious turn as Dom is left "sick to my stomach" after his wife wore a sexy bunny costume where "she had her whole ass out" to a work party featuring her boss as Hugh Hefner, leaving the team to debate whether Dom is simply suffering from "low self-esteem". Things get spooky when the crew recounts their ghostly adventure at the haunted Pasadena Playhouse, where a mini-séance resulted in a mysterious movement of a windchime and the hosts discuss the entity that likes to grab people, leading to the coining of the legendary "Spooky Gucci Touch".

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The "Homie Helpline" gets wild when Sergio realizes he's a victim of "guy logic," admitting he only wants Jenny now that she has turned into a "spooky basket making machine" for other men, prompting the crew to debate if he should engage in this "pretty for the streets" competition. Plus, prepare for an emotional journey as the team ponders the appropriate funeral etiquette after listening to a heart-wrenching eulogy delivered by Sonic the Hedgehog at the service for a 21-year-old cat named Ratchet.

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This week on the Homie Helpline, Sierra faces a ridiculous dilemma: her high-earning husband, who couldn't lend her $200, was caught making several payments up to $500 for escort services, prompting callers to decide if he was actually "scammed" or definitely "slamming". Plus, we discuss the insane "Cheeseman" segment about a famous ghost hunter who discovered mid-recording that his wife had been arrested and charged for conspiracy to commit murder by hiring a hitman, meaning he was very close to permanently joining the spirits he hunts.

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The "Homie Helpline" gets wild as Armando, whose "super churchy" parents are demanding grandchildren, is forced to decide whether to come out as gay or pull up to Thanksgiving dinner with his friend pretending to be his fictional, Jenna Ortega-inspired girlfriend, Carla. Meanwhile, the crew breaks down the crazy news of a Hall of Fame NBA head coach who got caught up in an illegal poker operation tied to the mafia, and they debate whether an interview with R&B star Miguel was interrupted by actual demons.

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The 'Homie Helpline' explodes when Javier reveals his elementary school friend, who owed him $3,500, is flexing expensive World Series tickets, leading the crew to suggest escalating the situation from catching a fade to getting some "get back" by taking a ticket and running up a bar tab. Meanwhile, the hosts debate the ethics of the Vegas Housekeeping Olympics, wonder if Janelle Monae truly is a time traveler who saw David Bowie in the 1970s, and try to keep their composure while discussing Greg's "deep cleaning" facial that required him to remove his shirt...

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The Homie Helpline throws down extreme advice after Marie learns her man was Joker to his ex's Harley Quinn, forcing the crew to debate if "body paint" is the ultimate win in girl warfare. Meanwhile, the crew rants about the new California bill restricting front seat access for older kids and details LeBron James' petty drama with Russell Westbrook. 

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This week on Brown Bag Morning, the Homie Helpline is heating up as Jessica calls in about her machista man who controls her clothing, bans her EDM festivals, and thinks affection is "for simps". The crew offers hilarious, high-value alternatives for Jessica and discusses the easiest ways to secure cash by reselling old school collectibles like used Game Boys, PS2s, and loose Pokémon toys.

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The Homie Helpline features Lorenzo debating if he should donate his "high caliber sperm" to his sister's wife, a situation Robert the 'Uncle Dad' warns could result in financial liability and the awkward creation of "cousin siblings". For anyone whose life has become too complicated by potential twin children or messy family drama, the crew explains Japan's "J?hatsu," or "evaporation" service, where "night movers" assist clients in vanishing without a trace for a few hundred dollars, offering a real-life reset button

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Lucho calls the Homie Helpline after his girlfriend, who previously keyed his car and stole his beloved PS5 following his cheating, took him back, leaving the hosts to question whether a man should be held responsible for his actions before the age of 33. Meanwhile, the crew dissects the absurd revelations from a Kim Kardashian interview, including Kanye West repeatedly giving away her Lamborghinis during "episodes", and they bond over misheard song lyrics, culminating in the hilarious discovery that Fat Joe believes the legendary Bone Thugs-N-Harmony lyric is about his "Uncle Georgia" instead of "Uncle Charles".

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