An advice apocalypse: ¡Hola Papi! author JP Brammer and Kai Cheng Thom

Because sometimes even Kai needs a few quick tips

Xtra’s advice-giver extraordinaire Kai Cheng Thom and columnist, “¡Hola Papi!” author and oversharer John Paul Brammer talk about overcommitting during the pandemic, how they handle situationships, why it’s so hard to take your own advice — and more. 

It’s our latest in the video series “Ask Kai: Quick Tips for the Apocalypse,” offering relationship advice for those in a hurry…even advice columnists.

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