Like It Or Not

Show host and panel discuss and debate the latest headlines, popular trends, and hot topics that have people talking.

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Like It Or Not: Reading A Newspaper, Workcations, and Tipping At Self-Checkout Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Frank Mallicoat hosts a conversation with three Bay Area natives. Featured on the panel are Radio Personality Antoine Davis, Content Creator C. Lee, and Entrepreneur Sici Cameron. The panel features: - Reading A Newspaper - Self checkout - Tipping at self checkout - 10-minute text response delay - Workcations - Dating someone with no social media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Podcasts Over Radio, Splitting Bill On First Date, and Cross-Genre Music Collaborations Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Tom Vacar hosts a conversation with three Bay Area natives. Featured on the panel are radio host Christie James, comedian Jerry Law, and owner of United Pieces Puzzles Gamel James. The panel features: - Podcasts Over Radio - Podcasts that run longer than two hours - Dating someone with no social media - Mass exodus of people leaving Bay Area - Working in a big city over a small market - Hosting intimate settings over large venues - Cross-genre music collaborations - Radio callers going rogue - Splitting Bill On First Date Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Sneaking Snacks Into The Theater, Drive-In Theaters, and Subtitles Saturday, June 6, 2026

Roberta Gonzales hosts a cinematic conversation all around movie theaters. Featured on the panel are Orinda Theater co-owners Derek Zemrak, Leonard Pirkle, and Repertory Programmer Matias Bombal. The panel features: - Sneaking Snacks Into The Theater - Recliner seats - 20 minutes of movie trailers - Rise of streaming on demand - 3+ Hour movies - Drive-in theaters - AI written scripts - Books turned into movies - Subtitles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Fusion Foods, Meal Planning, and Discount Grocery Stores Friday, June 5, 2026

Gasia Mikaelian hosts a tasty conversation all around food. Featured on the panel are the Barbara Gorin and Jay Kirkland of Guitars Not Guns. The panel features: - Fusion Foods - Being an adventurous eater - Meal Planning - Farmers Markets - Discount Grocery Stores - Buying prepares foods - Eating Leftovers - Finishing someone else's meal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: TV Or Stage, Celebrity Roasts, and Hecklers Thursday, June 4, 2026

Andre Senior hosts a gut busting conversation with three comedians that have great perspective. Featured on the panel are Corde Snell, Miss K Kidd, and Terrell "Big T" Butler. The panel features: - TV or Stage - Social Media Influence - Taboo Topics - Hecklers - Opening up during act - Celebrity Roasts - Sampling Other Comedians - Movies made by comics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Bringing Inspiration Photo, Rotisserie Chicken, and Going To The Same Barber Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Mike Mibach hosts the weekend crew with a conversation that's all about summer. Featured on the panel are Claudine Wong and Mark Tamayo. The panel features: - Bringing Inspiration Photo - Shampoo at the salon - Always going to the same barber - Rotisserie chicken - Chicken Wings - Spicy Chicken Sandwich - Chicken Nuggets over tenders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Butter On The Counter, Drinking From The Milk Jug, and Watering Down Juice Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Gasia Mikaelian hosts a conversation that revolves around the kitchen. Featured on the panel are radio personalities Morris Knight and Christie James. The panel features: - Butter On The Counter - Ketchup in the fridge - Watering down juice - Countertop icemakers - Glasses upside down in the cabinet - Open shelving - Dishes in the sink Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Graduation Ceremonies/Speeches, Digital Yearbooks, and Group Chats Saturday, May 30, 2026

Pam Cook hosts a conversation that's aimed towards the youth. Featured on the panel are Maria Fabia and Finn Conway from United Playaz, and Ephraim Basco Jr. from West Bay. The panel features: - Graduation Ceremonies/Speeches - What's your plan after getting diploma - Digital Yearbooks - Dress codes in high school - Teaching cursive writing - Later start times for school - Mandatory community service in high school - Teens calling parents by their first name - FaceTime calls - Group chats - Binge watching Netflix - Banking in person/online - DIY projects - Astrology - Making your bed everyday - Time travel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Local Celebrity Status, Believing in Astrology, and Nepotism Friday, May 29, 2026

Bryan Gallo hosts a chill conversation that covers a number of topics. Featured on the panel are the official DJ for the Golden State Warriors, DJ D Sharp and rapper King NTG. The panel features: - Local celebrity status - Watching videos of your performance - Smaller venues over large concerts - Believing in astrology - "Tough love" parenting - Nepotism - New music/new rappers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: First Day of Summer Tradition Thursday, May 28, 2026

Claudine Wong hosts the weekend crew with a conversation that's all about summer. Featured on the panel are Mike Mibach and Mark Tamayo. The panel features: - First Day of Summer Tradition - Longest day of the year - Stern Grove Festival - Leaving kids at home alone - Sending kids to summer camp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Outdoor Graduation Ceremonies, Spring Cleaning, and Class Reunions Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Frank Mallicoat hosts a fun conversation with a some talented people. Featured on the panel are comedians Jay Rich and Shea Suga, radio personality Cuzzin Dre, and entrepreneur and talent manager Golddie Williams. The panel features: - Outdoor Graduation Ceremonies - Sitting through graduation speeches - Spring Cleaning - The "Sentimental" Box - Class Reunions - Life before the internet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: "Happy Memorial Day" Greetings, Mandatory Service, and Driverless Cars Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Sal Castaneda hosts a conversation that pays homage to Memorial Day. Featured on the panel are retired servicemen Will Jackson, John Cunnigham Jr., and Stanford Professor Milan Drake. The panel features: - Happy Memorial Day greetings - Mandatory service - Keeping your watch on military time - Shopping at a mall - The move towards a cashless society - Subscription apps services for everything - Working out without music - Silent car rides - Classic hits over new songs - Driverless cars - Filling up tank at 1/2 line Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Road Trips Over Flying, Vacation Outfits, and Being Your Own Boss Saturday, May 23, 2026

Rosemary Orozco hosts a conversation that's all about travel. Featured on the panel are photographer and magician Ramon Piquero, former Police Chief of Antioch Steven Ford, and entrepreneur Ty Tobin. The panel features: - Road Trips Over Flying - Vacation pics - Unplugging during vacation - Vacation outfits - Cruise trips - First Class for long flight - Taking shoes off on plane - Ordering alcohol on plane - Being your own boss - Business with friends - Paying full price Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Meditating, Journaling, and Stress Balls Friday, May 22, 2026

Mike Mibach hosts the weekend crew with a conversation that's all about family. Featured on the panel are Claudine Wong and Roberta Gonzales. The panel features: - Meditating - Breathing exercises - Journaling - Sun Bathing - Stress Balls - Repetitive Tasks - Swaying in Hammocks - Rocking Chairs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Going To The Movies, Music Festivals, and Singing Along At A Concert Thursday, May 21, 2026

Gasia Mikaelian hosts a conversation with three Bay Area natives that's all about entertainment. Featured on the panel are comedian Jay Rich, rapper/film maker Chryssy Cola, and party guru/event host Tino. The panel features: - Going to the movies - Sneaking in snacks - Talking to the screen - Sitting through the previews - Going to concerts - Music Festivals - Seeing bands past their prime - Singing along at a concert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Family Style At Restaurants, Sending Food Back, Recording During Concerts Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Andre Senior hosts a light conversation with a some talented people. Featured on the panel are Executive Chef at 'Picco,' Michael Reyes, Singer K'Nova, and DJ Cilla. . The panel features: - Family Style At Restaurants - No sharing food - Smaller menus - Sending food back - Vinyls popular again - Wired headphones - Music during hikes - Recording during concerts - Livestreaming during concerts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Family Vacations, Family Reunions, and Board Games With The Family Saturday, May 16, 2026

Claudine Wong hosts the weekend crew with a conversation that's all about family. Featured on the panel are Mike Mibach and Mark Tamayo. The panel features: - Family Vacations - Family meetings - Family reunions - Annual family photos - Board games with the family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Air Fryers, Well-Done Steak, and Texting With Emojis Friday, May 15, 2026

Bryan Gallo hosts a hilarious conversation with a some funny fellows. Featured on the panel are Comedians Hannibal Thompson, Frankie Marcos, and Food Influencer Darion Frazier. The panel features: - Air Fryers - Well done steak - Same breakfast every morning - Working out with no music - Going to the movies by yourself - Credit Score/Salary in dating profile - Texting with emojis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Mandatory Community Service in High School, Banning Phones, and 24/7 Hustle Culture Mindset Thursday, May 14, 2026

Sal Castaneda hosts a conversation that's centered around the youth. Featured on the panel are United Playaz Justice Program Coordinator Jason Lacey, Youth Mentor Maverick Ruiz, and Program Manager Charlie Fermin. The panel features: - Mandatory Community Service in High School - Summer jobs for teens - Banning phones during school hours - Using social media for outreach - Zoom meetings - 24/7 Hustle Culture Mindset - Participation trophies in youth activities - The value of a college degree - Learning a trade instead of college - Sneakers with suits - Wearing a tie - White pants Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Like It Or Not: Schmoozing For Success, BART Performers, and Flash Mobs Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Rosemary Orozco hosts a delightful conversation with a different perspectives. Featured on the panel Comedian Tylon Sizemore, Recreation Instructor Stephany "Nany" Vo, and Musician/DJ Alexi Belchere Musician. The panel features: - Schmoozing For Success - Reinvent or become irrelevant - Talking to strangers on BART - BART performers - Flash Mobs - Friends review dating app profile - Letting friends date exes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices