So… what really happened at Rush? 👀 In Reality Check: Inside the Rush Saga, we sit down with @DCHomos (Jose) and Skip, a former employee, to break down the origins, walk through the timeline, and make sense of the chaos behind one of DC nightlife’s biggest stories. Watch now. Link in bio. ✨ New episodes every 2 weeks — subscribe + stay tapped in. ✨ Listen & Stream + Get Tickets: 🔗 linktr.ee/waitdontdoit ✨ Follow us on social: @waitdontdoitpodcast @reggaetonbrunchdc ✨ Follow the hosts: @NuN...
Mar 20, 2026•29 min•Season 8Ep. 17
In this episode, hosts NuNu Paris and Raffi decode the pop culture “Sagittarius era crisis” hitting some of the biggest names in entertainment — from Taylor Swift’s fan backlash to Jay-Z’s Epstein associations , Nicki Minaj’s political saga , and the Tyra Banks / ANTM Reality Check controversy . We also spotlight larger news moments — like the fallout from a controversial ICE fatal shooting case and a beloved child star’s health update — and ask, what are we really learning? This isn’t astrology...
Feb 20, 2026•54 min•Season 8Ep. 16
In this episode of Wait! Don’t Do It! , we’re talking about what happens when fandom turns into blind loyalty — and why right now is not the time to shut your brain off. From Nicki Minaj’s controversial political pivot and internet rants, to the Grammys becoming a full-blown political stage, we break down what’s actually happening versus what’s just trending online. We unpack Bad Bunny’s historic Grammy win and his powerful “ICE out” speech, what the continued ICE presence across the country rea...
Feb 06, 2026•40 min•Season 8Ep. 15
What does it actually mean to be an adult in 2026? Is it knowing how to cook real meals, keeping up with car maintenance (including discovering—shockingly—that back brakes exist), or having your finances and relationships “figured out”? This week on Wait! Don’t Do It , NuNu Paris and Raffi break down modern adulthood—household skills, transportation, relationships, money, and life planning—while questioning who decided these rules in the first place. We also take time to discuss a recent and dee...
Jan 23, 2026•46 min•Season 8Ep. 14
It’s New Year’s Day, and we’re starting 2026 exactly how we mean to go on — informed, opinionated, and just messy enough. From DC bar drama and unpaid workers, to drag world headlines, billionaire Beyoncé, a historic new mayor in NYC, and America’s upcoming 250th birthday, we break it all down with one guiding principle: accountability matters. Every story ends with the same lesson — wait… don’t drop the ball. ✨ Listen & Stream + Get Tickets: 🔗 linktr.ee/waitdontdoit ✨ Follow us on social: ...
Jan 02, 2026•49 min•Season 8Ep. 13
Let’s be serious — 2025 was a lot . So before we move on, NuNu Paris and Raffi are sitting down to do what we do best: laugh, reflect, and tell the truth. In our final episode of the year, we recap the highs, the heartbreaks, and the absolutely unhinged moments that defined 2025. From sell-out shows, photo shoots, Reggaeton Brunch turning two, and seeing Cowboy Carter live, to job changes, political chaos, grief, growth, and the memes that kept us sane — nothing is off the table. We talk about: ...
Dec 19, 2025•50 min•Season 8Ep. 12
In this episode, NuNu Paris and Raffi dive into DC's messy political shakeup. Bowser is out, and progressive icon Janeese Lewis George is stepping up with the game that proves if you've been paying attention: "WHO VOTED DAT?" We're breaking down the End of the Year trauma, analyzing what your Spotify Wrapped really says about your life, and giving a shady first look at the new gay bar RUSH (or is it CRUSH?). Welcome to our podcast, where we remind you what NOT to do-and this time, we're talking ...
Dec 05, 2025•53 min•Season 8Ep. 11
In this episode, NuNu Paris and Raffi explore who's actually driving our decisions and what the closing of a local staple like Shakers DC reveals about the turbulent future of nightlife. We dive into the cultural phenomena of Wicked vs. the world's problems, and Nicki Minaj's UN speech , asking: are we prioritizing the right controversies, or just looking at what's in our immediate rearview mirror? Welcome to our podcast, where we remind you what NOT to do... and this time, we're talking about t...
Nov 21, 2025•45 min•Season 8Ep. 10
Halloween season is here, and NuNu Paris and Raffi are slicing into the world of horror! From Freddy Krueger to Chucky, the duo breaks down the biggest slasher icons of all time and what not to do if you ever find yourself in a horror movie. Between final girl fantasies and messy monster metaphors, the girls remind us why Halloween isn’t just about fear — it’s about transformation, fantasy, and surviving the drama. ✨ Listen & Stream + Get Tickets: 🔗 linktr.ee/waitdontdoit ✨ Follow us on soc...
Oct 31, 2025•51 min•Season 8Ep. 9
Bad mixes. Empty dance floors. That one dude who requests Bad Bunny… again. In this special episode, Raffi hits the decks with DJ Melina to explore the rhythm, representation, and realness of Latino nightlife. From women fighting for space in a male-dominated DJ scene to the art of curating music that actually reflects the community, they break down how sound becomes identity—and how first-gen Latinos are reclaiming the party. ✨ No NuNu this week, but she’ll be back next week—so don’t change tha...
Oct 17, 2025•29 min•Season 8Ep. 8
The girls are fighting again. In this Hot Topics deep dive, NuNu Paris and Raffi break down the latest chapter in the Cardi B vs. Nicki Minaj rap wars, from chart beefs to shady subs that turned timelines into battlefields. Who is really winning the culture war, and what does this drama say about the state of female rap today? Then we pivot from rap beef to DC chaos with the U.S. government shutdown . What it means for workers, why it keeps happening, and how everyday people are caught in the mi...
Oct 03, 2025•57 min
Wait! Don’t Cuss Out Your Boss Work stress. Awkward emails. That boss who schedules Friday 4:59 pm meetings. In this episode, NuNu Paris and Raffi tackle the chaos of modern work culture—DC edition. From burnout and quiet quitting to the “Great Stay,” we break down what it means to set boundaries without going viral for all the wrong reasons. Plus, our new game Quiet Quit or Capitol Quit? brings the drama with real-life workplace exits that will have you screaming I QUIT… or quietly muting Slack...
Sep 26, 2025•42 min•Season 8Ep. 7
From Jaden Smith running fashion houses to the Parent Trap reunion we didn’t know we needed, this week NuNu Paris & Raffi dive into the headlines serving chaos, nostalgia, and scandal. We’re talking: ✨ Jaden Smith’s new role at Lobito ✨ Parent Trap reunion on DWTS ✨ Cardi B’s 4th pregnancy + Stefon Diggs’ growing family ✨ The heartbreaking story of Trey Reed in Mississippi ✨ Jeffree Star’s comeback era ✨ Kamala Harris’ new book 107 Days ✨ Windsor Castle’s Epstein/Trump protest images ✨ Plus ...
Sep 19, 2025•24 min
Gaslight. Gatekeep. Ragebait. The words didn’t even exist in our daily vocab until the internet shoved them down our throats. Just like D.C. nightlife — same bars, same playlists, same DJs, same “new” bar that closes in six months. In this episode, NuNu Paris & Raffi ask: are we living in a copy-paste culture where nothing feels fresh anymore? It’s messy, it’s current, it’s cultural—welcome to Wait! Don’t Copy & Paste! Subscribe now and follow @nunupariss, @waitraffi on Instagram! 🎧 Lis...
Sep 12, 2025•39 min•Season 8Ep. 6
Crocs? We’ve worn them. We’ve judged them. And sometimes… we’ve defended them. This week, NuNu Paris & Raffi bring in fashion storyteller Dani (@the_Blonde_cat_lady, theblondecatlady.com ) to settle the ultimate debate: are Crocs a crime against fashion—or the underdog hero of footwear? From runway-ready collabs that cost more than your rent to the questionable charm of those little shoe charms, we’re unpacking why Crocs keep crawling back into our closets… and our hearts. Is it irony, peak ...
Aug 29, 2025•53 min•Season 8Ep. 5
Chaos? We’ve lived it. We’ve dodged it. And sometimes… we’ve caused it. This week, NuNu Paris & Raffi break down how to keep your cool when the universe, politics, and your social calendar are all trying you at once. From Mercury Retrograde turning texts into disasters, to Trump’s DC takeover feeling like a low-budget horror sequel, to the whiplash of going from Market Days glitter to back-to-reality blues, we’re unpacking how to survive the chaos without becoming the villain in your own sto...
Aug 15, 2025•49 min•Season 8Ep. 4
Thinking of moving to the nation’s capital? Hold up! NuNu Paris & Raffi take you on a real tour of D.C.—the good, the bad, and the gentrified. From mumbo sauce to metro mess, from queer culture to the loss of Chocolate City, this episode is a love letter and a warning to anyone dreaming of a D.C. zip code. Tune in for hot takes, hometown pride, and two games that’ll have you screaming “IYKYK.” Subscribe now and follow @nunupariss & @waitraffi on IG! 🎧 Listen to the FULL episode and all ...
Aug 01, 2025•1 hr•Season 8Ep. 3
Rejection? We’ve felt it. We’ve feared it. And we’ve definitely taken it personally—until now. This week, NuNu Paris & Raffi get real about the sting of rejection and how to bounce back with grace, delusion, and a little glitter. From not getting cast in dream roles ( NuNu, we're hugging you ) to being passed over in D.C.’s nightlife and fitness scenes, we unpack what it means to be told “no” as queer POC in our 30s. Is rejection always a bad thing—or is it protection in disguise? Plus, we t...
Jul 18, 2025•42 min•Season 8Ep. 2
Wait! Don’t Do the Talking Stage Forever 💬 We’ve all been there—weeks of texting, flirting, maybe even hanging out… but still no official title? This week, NuNu Paris & Raffi are joined by Adam and Christine of the InPress dating app to ask: Why do we stay stuck in the talking stage? From ghosting and breadcrumbing to avoiding the “What are we?” convo, we unpack all the messy reasons modern dating feels like purgatory. Plus, we spill our own talking stage horror stories and play a chaotic r...
Jul 04, 2025•55 min•Season 8Ep. 1
Guess who’s back? Back again! After a messy hiatus, NuNu Paris & Raffi are making their grand return with a brand-new era of Wait! Don’t Do It! 💅🏾🔥 In this teaser episode, we spill all the tea on why we disappeared (hint: life be life-ing), what’s changed, and why we’re coming back louder, unfiltered, and ready to shake things up. Expect the same chaotic energy, fresh hot takes, and a sneak peek at what’s coming this season—think dating drama, nightlife chaos, and navigating the messiness...
Mar 07, 2025•16 min•Season 7Ep. 16
What is your favorite orange drink from the gourmet bodega? If you know, you know that Foxtrot abruptly closed in DC, and our dynamic duo, NuNu Paris & Raffi, discuss the concept of gourmet bodegas amidst the constant gentrification of major cities. Follow #WDDIPODCAST on IG @waitdontdoitpodcast and @NuNuParisYall. Listen to the FULL episodes of this and previous seasons of Wait! Don't Do It! on Apple Podcasts & Spotify: http://linktr.ee/waitdontdoit....
Apr 26, 2024•59 min•Season 7Ep. 15
Brunch. A magical experience of flowing drinks, good friends, and talking sh*t! NuNu Paris & Raffi discuss brunch culture, favorite brunch spots in DC and their toxic brunch traits. Follow #WDDIPODCAST on IG @waitdontdoitpodcast and @NuNuParisYall. Listen to the FULL episodes of this and previous seasons of Wait! Don't Do It! on Apple Podcasts & Spotify: http://linktr.ee/waitdontdoit.
Apr 19, 2024•38 min•Season 7Ep. 14
We stared at the eclipse and we still had to go back to work. While economists report we are in a "golden job market", inflation says otherwise and the way these companies are treating employees, we aren't too confident in the future of the economy. This week we talk about toxic work place habits, not paying your phone bill, and being creatives in an ever-changing climate. Follow #WDDIPODCAST on IG @waitdontdoitpodcast and @NuNuParisYall. Listen to the FULL episodes of this and previous seasons ...
Apr 12, 2024•59 min•Season 7Ep. 13
What's scarier: Beyonce announcing another tour or answering a random call!? This week, the dynamic duo, discuss COWBOY Carter, the Pink Friday 2: Gag City Tour, and being misgendered during phone calls! Follow #WDDIPODCAST on IG @waitdontdoitpodcast and @NuNuParisYall. Listen to the FULL episodes of this and previous seasons of Wait! Don't Do It! on Apple Podcasts & Spotify: http://linktr.ee/waitdontdoit.
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 7Ep. 12
Can you believe the stars of Wait! Don't Do It! were once child actors? (At least in their heads) This week, the duo discusses the economy of dating, revelations from "Quiet on Set" , and their experience being child actors. Follow #WDDIPODCAST on IG @waitdontdoitpodcast and @NuNuParisYall. Listen to the FULL episodes of this and previous seasons of Wait! Don't Do It! on Apple Podcasts & Spotify: http://linktr.ee/waitdontdoit....
Mar 29, 2024•54 min•Season 7Ep. 11
Is the dynamic duo calling it quits? The energy feels off in the world as they discuss the strange behaviors encountered in D.C.';s nightlife. Follow #WDDIPODCAST on IG @waitdontdoitpodcast and @NuNuParisYall. Listen to the FULL episodes of this and previous seasons of Wait! Don't Do It! on Apple Podcasts & Spotify: http://linktr.ee/waitdontdoit.
Mar 22, 2024•55 min•Season 7Ep. 10
It's not retrograde but it seems things are hectic! This week, we discuss car issues, Arianna's new album, and the end of the world!? Follow #WDDIPODCAST on IG @waitdontdoitpodcast and @NuNuParisYall. Listen to the FULL episodes of this and previous seasons of Wait! Don't Do It! on Apple Podcasts & Spotify: http://linktr.ee/waitdontdoit.
Mar 15, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 7Ep. 9
A little street walking ain't never hurt anybody! From empowering sex workers and to shaving the entire body, the dynamic duo discuss what's really being sold outside their home. Follow #WDDIPODCAST on IG @waitdontdoitpodcast and @NuNuParisYall. Listen to the FULL episodes of this and previous seasons of Wait! Don't Do It! on Apple Podcasts & Spotify: http://linktr.ee/waitdontdoit.
Mar 01, 2024•46 min•Season 7Ep. 8
From hotdogs to District Dogs, the dynamic duo reflect on the future, compliments and upcoming projects! Follow #WDDIPODCAST on IG @waitdontdoitpodcast and @NuNuParisYall. Listen to the FULL episodes of this and previous seasons of Wait! Don't Do It! on Apple Podcasts & Spotify: http://linktr.ee/waitdontdoit.
Feb 23, 2024•44 min•Season 7Ep. 7
We love an interview moment and what better way to kick off our guest series than with Reality TV content creator @georgiosays! This week, we talk Reality TV, Housewives, and being Paris Hilton's BFF! Follow #WDDIPODCAST on IG @waitdontdoitpodcast and @NuNuParisYall. Listen to the FULL episodes of this and previous seasons of Wait! Don't Do It! on Apple Podcasts & Spotify: http://linktr.ee/waitdontdoit.
Feb 16, 2024•56 min•Season 7Ep. 6
