LA PLATICA

Episode: SEBAS RESPONDS: GETTING PUT IN HIS PLACE
Date: February 16, 2026
Hosts: Sebastian Robles (“Sebas”) & Josh Leyva
Guest: Bretman Rock (recurring reference & voice clips), Master Chief (producer/onscreen personality)

Overview

This lively episode of La Platica centers on community, the impact of Latino culture in media, and self-reflection within the podcast’s own dynamic. Hosts Sebas and Josh take stock of the aftermath of a big guest appearance (Bretman Rock), address comments about banter and “getting put in his place,” reflect on Latin identity in the wake of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show, and field stories from their circle—including near-biking disasters and full-circle career moments.

Throughout, the tone is playful, introspective, celebratory, and deeply engaged with their audience and cultural heritage.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Bretman Rock’s Recent Visit & Guest Impact

• [03:57–07:31]
  • Sebas and Josh express gratitude for their audience helping to get Bretman Rock on the show:
    • “You guys really stepped up and made some noise, made it so he couldn’t not come on the podcast.” (Josh, 04:27)
    • “Even just for me, I’m hyped up to just continue to, to do this and to, to work and, you know, to film and have, you know, great times and great memories here.” (Sebas, 05:22)
  • Reflection on the special energy Bretman brought:
    • “I felt like he was just like the epitome of a podcast guest. So much so that we had the discussion, like, wouldn’t it be incredible if he was a permanent, like, co-host?... Bro, he’s brilliant.” (Josh, 05:31)
    • “He’s honestly been one of my favorite guests we’ve had on.” (Josh, 06:33)
• The segment highlights the chemistry and importance of guests who bring new perspectives and inspire them.

2. Audience Power & Next Guest Aspirations

• [07:22–10:32]
  • Community decides who becomes a guest; focus turns to Becky G, who was often suggested by listeners.
  • Discussion of her impact and vulnerability in her Netflix documentary:
    • “She got down to the nitty gritty of her life in a way I’ve never seen before.” (Josh, 08:12)
    • “She says I'm the most famous pop star nobody's ever heard of. ... That’s the self-awareness and humility I want to talk to her about.” (Josh, 09:13)
  • Plans to respectfully campaign Becky's appearance highlight audience inclusion.

3. Unity, Representation, and Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

• [11:25–24:11]
  • Bad Bunny’s performance is discussed as an inflection point for Latino visibility and broader cultural unity.
    • “I saw this quote where it’s like, we forget that geology is bigger than politics.” (Sebas, 11:31)
    • “At the end of the day…we are the greater good… no matter who says what… love always wins.” (Sebas, 12:01)
    • “He was trying to bring us together. It’s unity. It’s not about one being above the other... love is the ultimate answer.” (Josh, 12:18)
  • Criticism of divisive responses and the effect of political climate on cultural acceptance.
    • “This country was built off immigrants. ... you’re watching this on a phone that was created by an immigrant.” (Josh, 13:26)
    • “That’s why the President…is just such a bad president. He’s the leader of the divide. He brings that energy for other people…” (Sebas, 14:25–14:34)
    • Reference to Ronald Reagan’s quote: “If you’re a foreigner and you come to America, United States, you can become American.” (Sebas, 14:32)
  • Favorite moments from the halftime performance:
    • Bad Bunny calling out every Latin country and intentional cultural references moved both hosts:
      • “He really didn’t miss a country...I wondered if that’s the part he was most stressed about.” (Josh, 19:40)
      • “It was so colorful…and that’s what our culture is.” (Sebas, 22:07)
    • “Bad Bunny is bigger than Bad Bunny. It’s so much bigger than that.” (Josh, 23:37)

4. Stories & Vulnerability: Biking Incident and Master Chief’s Mailman Tale

• [26:07–34:09]
  • Sebas recounts a close call during a morning bike ride; described with humor but acknowledging how quickly things could go wrong.
  • Master Chief shares a poignant full-circle story:
    • Delivered mail addressed to “Josh Leyva” as a mailman, which reignited his creative dream:
      • “That was when, like, my dream came back to me…too. I was like, I don't want to do this, I want to receive mail.” (Master Chief, 31:33)
      • Quitting and then ending up producing on the show caused jokes about fate and “you were meant to be here.”

5. “Getting Put in His Place” and the Banter Dynamic

• [41:48–44:09]
  • Multiple listener comments reference Sebas being “put in his place” during Bretman Rock’s episode.
    • “He grabbed me by my ponytail. Straight put me in my place.” (Sebas, 42:04)
    • “He’s one of us, man…that’s just the culture of like, how we are as people.” (Josh, 42:16)
  • Banter is identified as a sign of friendship and love:
    • “I wonder, like, damn, I can’t believe there’s people that, like, don’t banter like that. Imagine having a friend who you’re just always…nice.” (Sebas, 42:53)
    • “People should know your true intention and your heart.” (Josh, 43:08)

6. Community, Culture & Diversity of Guests

• [57:10–58:28]
  • Affirmation that La Platica is open to a mix of guests, not just Latinos:
    • “We want to…we're not trying to just limit it to Latino guests…we need to hear from you guys. Who do you guys want to have on La Platica?” (Josh, 58:13)
  • Shout-outs to other cultural communities—especially similarities with Armenian culture.

7. Gratitude, Burnout, and The Power of the Audience

• [49:21–51:55]
  • Heartfelt listener comments about how much the podcast means to them:
    • “It’s comments like that that really, you know, hit home and allow me to realize that I absolutely love what I do…Thank you for that.” (Sebas, 49:29)
    • “Doing this podcast…is such a privilege. I feel so lucky… As long as there’s somebody out there that’s willing to listen…I’m gonna keep talking.” (Josh, 50:42)
  • Team chemistry and audience trust are repeatedly credited for the podcast’s success.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-----------|--------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 04:27 | Josh Leyva | “You guys really stepped up and made some noise, made it so he couldn’t not come on the podcast.” | | 05:31 | Josh Leyva | “He’s so witty. He’s so fast. He’s hilarious…He earned my fandom. Forever.” | | 09:13 | Josh Leyva | “She says, ‘I’m the most famous pop star nobody’s ever heard of.’...That’s the self-awareness…” | | 12:01 | Sebas | “At the end of the day…what I got out of that is…love always wins, you know what I mean?” | | 13:26 | Josh Leyva | “This country was built off immigrants…everything that’s great in America has come from immigrants.”| | 19:40 | Josh Leyva | “He really didn’t miss a country…I wondered if that’s the part he was most stressed about.” | | 23:37 | Josh Leyva | “Bad Bunny is bigger than Bad Bunny. It’s so much bigger than that.” | | 31:33 | Master Chief | “That was when…my dream came back to me… I was like, I don’t want to do this, I want to receive mail.”| | 42:04 | Sebas | “He grabbed me by my ponytail. Straight put me in my place.” | | 43:08 | Josh Leyva | “People should know your true intention and your heart.” | | 50:42 | Josh Leyva | “Doing this podcast…is such a privilege. I feel so lucky…As long as there’s somebody out there…I'm gonna keep talking.”|

Important Timestamps

• [03:57] – Recap and reflection on Bretman Rock’s episode
• [07:22] – Community's role in suggesting next guests (Becky G)
• [11:25] – Discussion around Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance, Latino unity, media coverage
• [19:27] – Favorite moments from the Super Bowl halftime show
• [26:07] – Sebas’ near-accident cycling story
• [30:09] – Master Chief’s mailman-to-producer origin story
• [41:48] – Banter and “putting Sebas in his place”
• [49:21] – Heartfelt audience comments about gratitude and showing up despite burnout
• [57:10] – Discussion about expanding the diversity of podcast guests

Tone & Language

The hosts use Spanglish, self-deprecating humor, and a natural, conversational style, fostering a sense of inclusive warmth. Honesty, vulnerability, and occasional rambunctiousness are central—both in their banter and reflections on sensitive topics.

Additional Highlights

• Inside jokes about “life bits” and childhood cartoons (e.g., Powerpuff Girls, Doug, Rocket Power).
• Running gags about who brings more “main character” energy, and affectionate teasing.
• A recurrent call to the audience: “Comment who you want to see!”—with a clear openness to all cultures and backgrounds.
• Moving conversations about gratitude for the opportunity, the value of making "a lot out of a little," and the importance of carrying forward the lessons of unity and love.

In summary:
The episode is a celebration of community, Latino pride (with keen sensitivity to inclusion and unity), and the joys and challenges of public creative work. It balances humor, honesty, and cultural commentary, weaving audience participation and self-reflection into the show’s identity. Whether reminiscing about near misses or reflecting on national controversies, La Platica maintains the spirit of “plática”—real talk between friends, for the world.