The Chisme Corner with Vee Rivera
Episode Title: The One That Made Me Cry
Date: October 8, 2025
Host: Vee Rivera (Sonoro)
Episode Overview
This heartfelt episode of The Chisme Corner is, in Vee's words, "a love letter to motherhood." Vee Rivera invites listeners into her world as a Latina mom, content creator, and unapologetic chismosa, blending unfiltered personal stories and mother-daughter moments with plenty of laughs, reflection, and even a few tears. The episode touches on the joys and bittersweet growth of raising her daughter, the importance of chosen family and friendships, and what it means to embrace your own path in motherhood. Vee also dishes on pop culture drama and wraps with a wild Chisme Confessions listener story.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Life Updates, Friendships & Creative Work
[02:10 - 09:00]
- Vee reflects on a hectic, joyous week packed with her daughter's birthday party and a special photo shoot.
- She highlights her friendship with Mari, a fellow Latina influencer and creator of the "1989" shades brand.
- Emphasizes the value of genuine support, rare in the influencer space.
- “That is my—I feel like we’re like cousins. I really do. I feel like she’s like my long lost Boricua cousin.” [03:40]
- The duo's beach photoshoot becomes an adventure with funny mishaps:
- An oddly placed beachgoer, a dramatic seagull snatching snacks, and literal "cactus balls" everywhere.
- “It was like dodging landmines – those little things got stuck to our skin!” [09:00]
- Vee reminisces about her love for modeling, its creative spark, and the shift in priorities after becoming a mom.
- “Once I had Vivi, it just was not a priority to me anymore. I just went into full-blown mom mode…” [11:40]
2. Throwing “The Emotional World Tour” Birthday Party
[13:30 - 23:00]
- Vee organized a big, “emo themed” 10th birthday party for her daughter, Bibi (“Vivi”), filled with activities and personalized merch.
- “They got candy, Croc charms, there was little mochis…We were all tatted up. I still got my tattoo on right now—it says ‘sad.’” [15:45]
- She jokingly swears off hosting future house parties after the chaos of preteens running wild.
- The party is a hit—her daughter and all her friends consider it “the best day ever.”
- “Bibi was like, ‘This was, like, the best day ever.’ She kept hugging me. She was so thankful.” [18:20]
3. Motherhood & the Bittersweetness of Growing Up
[23:01 - 34:45]
- Vee describes a morning breakdown filled with nostalgia as Vivi turns 10, reflecting on how fast childhood goes.
- “It made me so emotional just to look at her and think of the fact that she’s ten years old. I feel like I’m grieving her baby years…” [25:18]
- Relates the moment to Toy Story and the shift from childhood innocence to the early stages of independence (from unicorns to Stranger Things posters).
- “It’s like watching that part in Toy Story… Everything’s going from pink and unicorns to now Stranger Things posters—and Olivia Rodrigo!” [27:30]
- She reflects on motherhood as “a fucking blur,” grieving the baby years but recognizing this new phase as a chance to deepen their bond.
- “I had to think of it as—I'm not losing my baby girl, it’s just meeting the incredible young person that I helped shape.” [32:10]
- Vee gets candid about feeling judged for only having one child and stresses that family size is a personal choice:
- “Some of us are truly meant to pour everything into one child. And that’s just as valid, just as beautiful, just as complete as any version of motherhood.” [33:55]
- She affirms that two things can coexist: you can love where you are and still miss what’s passed.
- "You can feel both peace and nostalgia. Like, that's what I'm feeling." [34:40]
4. Family, Chosen Bonds, and Being an Auntie
[34:50 - 39:30]
- Vee appreciates the deep presence of her parents in Vivi’s life, contrasting it with her distant paternal grandparents.
- She gives love to the “rich auntie” life and the deep relationships she has with her niece, reflecting on being a role model for the next generation of girls in her family.
- “There’s just something about being an auntie that hits so different. It’s a different kind of love from your kids, but also the same.” [37:10]
- “I have two girlies looking up to me and following my every move… I love it. I would not have my life any other way.” [38:30]
5. Pop Culture Chisme: Cardi B vs. Nicki Minaj
[40:10 - 45:10]
- Vee reacts to the unexpected reignition of beef between Cardi B and Nicki Minaj.
- “I couldn’t believe the beef sparked up again after, like, what, six, seven years?… Get over it.” [41:05]
- Calls out toxic fanbases for fueling the drama.
- “I really do, I’m that person that feels like fanbases are so toxic and can become cult-like.” [41:50]
- Acknowledges both artists’ contributions, but is disappointed in recent online behaviors—especially attacks involving children.
- “Where are the people around her telling her this is not okay?... It gave me such a bad taste in my mouth.” [43:30]
- Dreams of the two icons collaborating and laments unnecessary competition among women.
6. Chisme Confessions: Fake Friend Betrayal
[46:00 - 53:50]
- Vee reads a listener’s story about betrayal: a “ride or die” friend turned out to be secretly communicating and possibly hooking up with her ex behind her back, all while being supportive to her face.
- The “friend” even gave her child the same name as the listener's daughter.
- Vee feels for the confessor, discussing the unique pain of healing from a partner while co-parenting, and betrayal by both partner and friend.
- “You kinda got backstabbed twice… That whole story just sucks.” [51:30]
- Gives advice on boundaries, letting go, and reframing the experience as freedom from unnecessary drama.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Friendships in the Industry:
- “That's why I don’t even talk to a lot of people in this space. But the people I do meet have been really genuine. Those are the people I want to learn from and grow with.” [04:10—Vee]
- On Her Daughter Growing Up:
- “I feel like ten is just this invisible milestone… She’s not a baby anymore but she’s also not a teen yet.” [25:52—Vee]
- “Motherhood really is like a blur. Like one minute you’re packing snacks, picking out bows, next everything’s changing.” [26:58—Vee]
- On Societal Pressure for More Kids:
- “My uterus has nothing to do with you. Motherhood is not one size fits all.” [33:45—Vee]
- On the Auntie Life:
- “There’s just something about being an auntie that hits so different. It's a different kind of love from your kids, but also the same.” [37:10—Vee]
- Pop Culture Tea:
- “I love Cardi. I just love her… If they could just stop the beef and collab? It would be so dope.” [44:55—Vee]
- On Chisme Confessions (Listener Story):
- “I can’t even imagine. You kinda got backstabbed twice… Just try to have an amicable relationship. This man is not your problem anymore, and you’re blessed you found this out.” [51:16—Vee]
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Intro & Beach Photo Shoot: [00:01 – 12:30]
- Bibi’s “Emotional World Tour” Birthday Party: [13:30 – 23:00]
- Motherhood, Growing Up, Grieving the Baby Years: [23:01 – 34:45]
- Family, Being an Auntie, Chosen Bonds: [34:50 – 39:30]
- Pop Culture Tea: Cardi B & Nicki: [40:10 – 45:10]
- Chisme Confessions—Fake Friend Edition: [46:00 – 53:50]
Episode Takeaways
- Motherhood is a journey full of joy, heartbreak, nostalgia, and growth—and every path (including being "one and done") is valid.
- Chosen family and genuine friendships are priceless, especially among women navigating creative and influencer spaces.
- Letting go (of pressure, of the past, of toxic relationships) is essential for growth and peace.
- We all need safe spaces to laugh, cry, vent, and celebrate the messiness of life—something Vee offers weekly to her listeners.
Next Episode Tease:
Vee promises a special guest—her daughter Bibi—on the next episode for more heart, humor, and chisme.
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