Best Chismis Podcasts (2025)

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232: Lessons from Tiktok Success 35:17

3M ago35:17

35:17

Akala namin tapos na ang podcast journey namin… pero after two years, eto na ulit kami! 😅 Sa episode na ‘to, ikukwento namin paano nga ba kami napunta sa full-time content creation, the unexpected lessons from our TikTok success, at mga sikreto behind the scenes na hindi namin usually naikukwento online. Kung curious kayo paano nagsimula lahat (at …

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Bonus Ep: Pinoys on Parliament 2024 and 2025 46:58

3M ago46:58

46:58

Pinoys on Parliament is the coolest and largest youth conference for Filipinos across Canada. Here are some snippets from workshop participants and the community symposium!By CJSR 88.5 FM

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Am I Filipino Enough? Yes Chef! 49:42

6M ago49:42

49:42

Chef Earl Briones wrote "I used to think I wasn't Filipino enough" in an Instagram reel (@chefebriones), and Ryan spontaneously invited him into the studio to chat about it! Listen in as they dig into who Filipinos were before they were forced to be something they're not. They talk about imposter syndrome, why explorers like Christopher Columbus we…

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What’s in a Name? 18:38

6M ago18:38

18:38

In this episode of What’s the Tsismis, Rajah and Jocelyn dive into the perplexing world of Filipino names and nicknames. Why does every family seem to have a Baby, a Bong, or a Boy? What’s the story behind blending parents’ names to create something uniquely Filipino? From funny nicknames to cultural traditions, we explore how our names are a refle…

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The One Where Ryan Gets a Batok Tattoo 20:49

8M ago20:49

20:49

Listen in as Ryan gets a batok tattoo, hand-tapped by by Mayo of Birthmark Tattoos. Mayo recalls how he journeyed into the mountains to meet legendary Apo Whang-Od, the last mambabatok of Kalinga and oldest living tattoo artist at 107 years old. He got her blessing to continue the tradition, and even tattooed her...twice! For Ryan, the process is w…

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Magtanong WTT: It’s the End of a (Student) Era...Now What? Help! 55:48

8M ago55:48

55:48

Listen in while Ryan and Domi overshare for this juicy advice episode! They talk about why they left their careers (and don’t regret it), their journeys to WTT (it's a long story!) the best opening line to meet people (it involves worms), and how to find and connect with your Filipino community (karaoke walk, anyone?) What do you do when your stude…

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Magmahal at Mahalin / To Love and To Be Loved 29:00

9M ago29:00

29:00

Our childhood and teenage years are incredibly formative parts of our lives. As we age, we move to new places, make new friends, expand our horizons and confront hard life lessons. At the same time, we put up boundaries and shed parts of ourselves that no longer serve us. In this episode, “Magmahal at mahalin / To love and to be loved”, Micah explo…

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Magtanong WTT: Where TF Should I Live? Help! 23:08

9M ago23:08

23:08

What do you do when your job is in one place and your friends & family are in another? Do you start a new era in a place away from home? Or do you go back to where your social networks are already established? In this episode, Arianne Barroma joins Ryan Lacanilao to answer a question from a listener. Zophia Brobio moved around a lot as a kid and ha…

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Magtanong WTT: Work Life Ain't It...Help! 22:11

9M ago22:11

22:11

What do you do when you’re deep into your ‘working woman’ era and realize it’s not fulfilling you creatively? In this episode, Rajah Maggay joins Ryan Lacanilao to answer a question from a listener. Romilie Calotes achieved the expected trajectory in her education and career, but work doesn’t feel as inspiring as she’d hoped. She’s exploring creati…

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Bonus Episode: Pinoys on Parliament 2022 32:02

2+ y ago32:02

32:02

Arianne, Julia, Ryan and Micah have a conversation about their experiences as facilitators at the Pinoys on Parliament 2022 Conference. They share their thoughts on family expectations and Filipino representation in the media. This episode also features the reflections and messages from Pinoys on Parliament delegates!…

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The Throwback Episode 58:14

2+ y ago58:14

58:14

Tune in to hear Micah relive her cringe years, including movie theatre makeouts and a day care centre flooding! In this episode, Ryan Lacanilao asks Micah Leonida to throw way back to her junior high years. What did she look like and dress like, and what was her crush situation? What shenanigens did she get up to? Which friends did she lose touch w…

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Kids & Filipino Culture 25:58

2+ y ago25:58

25:58

Cooking spaghetti in a tabo? In this episode we talk about kids learning about their Filipino heritage, as well as the singer of the "Filipino-American National Anthem" Lemonade is getting into writing kids' books. Required viewing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3N_O60lfPg --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chis…

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The Little Mermaid 31:53

2+ y ago31:53

31:53

Last week's trending issue - Halle Bailey as the Little Mermaid draws the ire of white people and Filipinos? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/support

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Why do Filipinos Christmas in September? 23:05

2+ y ago23:05

23:05

Discussing why the Philippines starts the Christmas spirit so earlier every year! In this episode, we will discuss why Christmas is about money and not Jesus, how the original winter holiday in the Philippines has been erased, and how Marvel trailers is editing their content to better fit social media. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, but wat…

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Why Should I Care about Filipino Chocolate? Part 2! 25:40

2+ y ago25:40

25:40

Part 2 of Leo's chocolate journey - recorded after a trip to the Philippines to follow chocolate farmers! In today's episode, we'll discuss if your eyes affect your taste buds, if chocolate can be as necessary in your life as coffee, and how capitalism ruined your opinion of chocolate. Watch along on Spotify! --- Send in a voice message: https://po…

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Why should I care about Filipino chocolate? 15:28

2+ y ago15:28

15:28

Part 1 of Leo’s chocolate journey - recorded before a trip to the Philippines to follow chocolate farmers! In today’s episode, we’ll discuss how everyone loves European chocolate but it’s actually fake, and why Americans don’t know real chocolate anyway. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/messageS…

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Everyone is fighing over "FilipinX" 29:55

3y ago29:55

29:55

Having trended on Twitter because of a tweet by San Diego Comic-Con, the term "FilipinX" is back having to defend itself! So we’re breaking down One Down’s BTT episode about Filipino vs Filipinx. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss how the Philippines is still named after our colonizer, how "Pinoy" is an American term, and how the term "Filipina" sho…

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What If I Hated Easter Sunday? 31:51

3y ago31:51

31:51

Did you hate Easter Sunday? We’re talking why that’s okay (or why you probably actually don’t)! We’re breaking down One Down’s video of Jo Koy’s mother reacting to her son’s standup special. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss if the Easter Sunday cast needed to be full of mixed White Filipinos, if you can compare the movie to a bad Filipino restaura…

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Do Filipino-Canadians actually matter? 28:19

3y ago28:19

28:19

Description: Leo and Trace come to you from Vancouver, breaking down an episode of Breaking the Tabo all about Filipinos in Canada! Trace's cancelable US-centric opinions come to light, discussing Fil-Ams vs Fil-Canadians, how Filipinos in North America need to move to the US to find recognition anyway, and how countries are all fake anyway. Leave …

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The ICYT Episode 45:31

3y ago45:31

45:31

In this episode, Nikki Mendiola chats with “I’ll Call You Tomorrow”s very own- Raeland Mendoza, one of ICYT’s iconic co-founders! Rae has broken into the art scene and cultivated a creative collective here in Edmonton, a place where not a lot of Filipinos have the chance to dream or the stomach to dare. Rae and Nikki dive into the feats, barriers, …

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No, Filipino Americans are not Pacific Islanders - Fight us. 28:07

3y ago28:07

28:07

Breaking down yet another episode of Breaking The Tabo - this time discussing if Filipinos can claim “Pacific Islander.” We’ll be discussing if Filipino labels matter outside of the United States, how to respectfully shut down internet trolls, and we answer the question once and for all - are Filipinos Asian or Pacific Islander? Listen anywhere you…

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The Big, FAT Episode 1:49:12

3y ago1:49:12

1:49:12

In this episode, Nikki chats with two fellow Filipinx pals from her diaspora community here in Treaty 6 territory. Together, they unpack and explore their almost-too-similar experiences with fatphobia, beauty standards, and colourism. Stepping foot into a Filipinx space can be just as daunting to those that are familiar with it, even as much as the…

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Why Filipinos need to go see Jordan Peele’s “NOPE” 23:32

3y ago23:32

23:32

Discussing a new movie out today - NOPE! Make sure to check it out in theaters, and support Fil-Am actor Brandon Perea. In today’s episode, we discuss how Filipinos are so quick to support anyone with one ounce of Filipino heritage, what to do when you can see impending fame coming for you, and how mixed Filipinos seem to keep getting the chance to…

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The Pamana (Inheritance) Episode 33:39

3y ago33:39

33:39

In this episode, Micah interviews her close friends DJ Lubuguin and Michael Earl Golveo about their experiences with familial inheritance. Together, they navigate the interpersonal intricacies that arise between family members as a result of discussions about livelihood, wealth, and familial duty. Central questions woven throughout the episode incl…

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231: Tumbler Review: Hydroflask Aquaflask Starbucks 36:35

3y ago36:35

36:35

In this episode eh irereview natin ang sandamukal na tumblers na nakolekta ko na over the years and how this may help you in your day to day #takotmauhaw lifestyle.

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Is BTS done for good?! 32:52

3y ago32:52

32:52

Today, we talk about the phenomenon of boybands and girl-groups! In today's episode, we talk about the future of The Filharmonic, who will be the most successful breakout of BTS, and what success actually means for these groups. Listen along where ever you get your podcasts! *** DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, …

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The Hangry Episode 38:04

3y ago38:04

38:04

Exploring the blog “I Would Rather Go Hungry Than Eat Filipino Street Food Again!” In this episode Arianne Barroma and Micah Leonida dive head first into the thoughts of North American travellers as they share their negative experiences with Filipino (Street) Food. A blog describes Filipino food as “disappointing” and “fatty”. The authors even go a…

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230: Pano ba Mag-invest? 40:45

3y ago40:45

40:45

In this episode we will share with you how we go about investing para hindi nalang natutulog ang aming pera sa bangko.

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Does everyone really need their own podcast?! 28:04

3y ago28:04

28:04

Today, we’re talking about Filipinos in Podcasting! In today’s episode, we’ll discuss how podcasting is the only new medium actively working to grow people’s attention spans, how cool guests don’t make a cool podcast, and how every BIPOC should have their own podcast. Catch us live on Kumu every Monday evening! *** DISCLAIMER: The views and opinion…

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The SOUR Episode 58:32

3y ago58:32

58:32

In this episode, the WTT team channels the teenage angst and heartbreak from Olivia Rodrigo's SOUR album. When SOUR came out, Arianne Baroma says, "My windows were down, sunroof open, music on full blast, drinking my strawberry milk—I'm angry!" Ryan Lacanilao meets his fellow WTT producers Arianne Barroma, Nikki Mendiola, and Rajah Maggay for the f…

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229: 5 Side Hustles You Can Start This Weekend 33:36

3y ago33:36

33:36

Financial Freedom, Escape the Rat Race at kumita ng sandamukal na pera para may pambili nako ng house and lot at sasakyan. We read entrepreneurial books and listen to interviews on Youtube - and this inspires us to start our own hustle. In this episode we want to share with you 5 side hustles na pwede mo nang simulan this weekend.…

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Defining Philippines Independence Day 20:18

3y ago20:18

20:18

Breaking down a One Down Instagram post! In today’s episode, Trace pitches why every BIPOC should have their own podcast, why you should always agree with every one of One Down’s hot takes, and why Philippines Independence Day isn’t as great as everything thinks it is. Required viewing: https://www.instagram.com/p/CeuewCLpjey/ *** DISCLAIMER: The v…

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Season 4 Trailer: WTT Unhinged 0:57

3y ago0:57

0:57

Psst, did you hear What's the Tsismis is launching season 4 this summer? In season 4, we're going unhinged—it's our sour season. Listen in as we air our grievances, from stories about exes and heartbreak to our reactions to a Filipino food hater. From experiencing fatphobia to family drama around land inheritance. Follow us on Instagram at @whatsth…

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228: Parenting Series Ep 4: Skills You Need as a New Parent 52:20

3y ago52:20

52:20

Mommy and Daddy congrats sainyong safe delivery - Time to go home. Naku po - pano ba hahawakan si baby? Pano ba kumakaen yung mga newborn? Baka magutom siya. In the finale of our parenting series we will share with you 5 skills na we wish na sana natutunan namin before becoming new parents.

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How do you cover traumatic stories in the media? Breaking down a dog-napping 27:14

3y ago27:14

27:14

*Update* Since the time of recording this episode, the suspect in the anti-Asian attack on the Roque family has since been arrested. Today’s episode takes a bit of a serious turn, breaking down One Down’s most recent video around the kidnapping and murder of radio personality Mo Twister’s dog, Bamboo. We discuss why One Down was one of the first to…

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227: Parenting Series Ep 3: Newborn Essentials 48:46

3y ago48:46

48:46

In this parenting series episode 3 we will share with you our newborn essentials na sana nalista namin sa baby shower para di lang puro diaper at damit ang binigay samin. We are minimalist pero we also acknowledge that there are gadgets and essentials that we find necessary para mapadali ang buhay as new parents to a newborn.…

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Are Filipinos Relatable Enough for Hollywood Movies + TV shows? 24:32

3y ago24:32

24:32

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the future of Filipinos in current mainstream movies and TV shows - mainly JoKoy’s “Josep” and FOX’s “The Cleaning Lady”! Discussing if the television industry for dummies, how White opinions sometimes simply aren’t relevant, how Black culture has paved the way yet again, and if white people think Michelle Ye…

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226: Parenting Series Ep 2: How to Find a Kasambahay 38:02

3y ago38:02

38:02

When you give birth to your first child, eh talaga naman iikot ang iyong mundo. From living na kayong dalawang mag asawa - into severely cutting down your personal time and space. This is where you begin to feel crippled and start asking for help. This is why sikat sa ating mga pinoy ang humingi ng tulong sa atin mga parents - mga excited na lolo't…

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Can Filipinos be beautful? 26:47

3y ago26:47

26:47

Headed back to our Chismis roots, and reviewing our latest video episode, "How Bretman Rock and Patrick Starrr are Changing the Makeup Industry". In this week's episode, we'll discuss if the western standard of beauty is achievable at all, how gay men are changing the beauty industry, when being called brave is really an insult. Check us our every …

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225: Parenting Series Ep 1: How To Run a Household 42:52

3y ago42:52

42:52

We learn to be independent, we meet the love of our life, and finally we decide to start our own little family. Pero wala namang nagsabe satin - sa kakamadali ng lahat ng taong nakapaligid satin, kung gano kahirap mag manage ng isang bahay. Walang seminar okaya naman e crash course kung pano ba dapat ginagawa to. Mahirap sya and I now understand wh…

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Leo Joins a P-Pop Group! Reaction to working with BGYO 25:19

3y ago25:19

25:19

Our p-pop series continues! Leo joined as the newest sixth member of BGYO, and we talk the whole transformation process. We discuss which BGYO member does what in the group, the process of growing a p-pop group, and how Koreans and Filipinos influence each other’s pop music. Required viewing: youtu.be/VL58ijjBPRY *** DISCLAIMER: The views and opini…

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224: Why I Stopped Posting on Social Media 44:48

3y ago44:48

44:48

Tumigil nakong mag post sa social media. Pag pasensyahan nyo na ah #gg - Generation Gap. Mga henerasyon na hindi na marunong mag post sa social media. In this episode we will discuss why certain people have opted out of the infinite loop of social media. And why I stopped posting on social media sites.…

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Would Filipinos choose K-POP over P-POP? (feat. Tessa Albea) 29:15

3y ago29:15

29:15

In today’s episode, we talk all things K-Pop & P-Pop as we are joined by Kumu K-Quiz host, Tessa Albea, aka Mother Kumu! Do fandoms care more billboard charts than the artists do? Are there wars between K-Pop and P-Pop fandoms, and is there actually room in the music industry for both genres to succeed? Make sure to follow along wherever you get yo…

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223: Yotube vs Netflix 44:44

3y ago44:44

44:44

There are two types of people in this world. Those who watch Youtube and those who consume Netflix. Saang kampo ka nabibilang? In this episode we will discuss the pros and cons of the two Gian Media Platforms!

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What is it like being Filipino-American in the Philippines? Featuring Jules Cruz of The Filharmonic & Full Court Fresh 18:49

3y ago18:49

18:49

This week, we are debriefing Leo’s three week stay in the Philippines! Special guest this week is Jules Cruz of NBA podcast Full Court Fresh, and this super obscure Filipino-American vocal group group called The Filharmonic. Make sure to follow along wherever you get your podcasts! Follow Jules: https://www.instagram.com/julesecruz/ Listen to Full …

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222: How To Read More Books 36:21

3y ago36:21

36:21

Reading is the habit that you should develop this 2022! Maraming bagay ang pwede mong matutunan with reading, such as investing in a real estate, finding a romantic relationship, or as simple as learning how to cook. Wala parin tatalo sa libro in terms of quality and depth of information that we can get. In this episode we will share with you the t…

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Is Jo Koy’s Easter Sunday just a bunch of Filipino stereotypes? 24:18

3y ago24:18

24:18

Today we are reacting to “hate comments” from the trailer for Jo Koy’s new movie, Easter Sunday - which is the first major studio film to center a Filipino American family. We discuss if a movie is still authentically Filipino if it wasn’t written by a Filipino writer, if Filipino nurse jokes are still funny, and how mixed Filipinos still get first…

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221: We're Pregnant... Again! 32:00

3y ago32:00

32:00

One week nang delayed? Eh di naman kami nagp-pregnancy test? Pano namin malalaman? In this episode we will share with you our Pregnancy Story Number 2!

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Why is money such a taboo topic for Filipinos? Featuring Money Please’s Berna Anat (@heyberna) 35:51

3y ago35:51

35:51

Today we are chismising all about money! Excited to have Filipina financial hype-woman Berna Anat (aka @heyberna) join the show! In today’s episode, we discuss the unscientific theory of “frugal flexing”, why Filipinos have kids as retirement plans, and how we just need to break up with capitalism. Required viewing: https://fb.watch/cQbiogTpxY/ Fol…

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220: One Minute Rule 38:55

3y ago38:55

38:55

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. - Lao Tzu Lahat tayo ay mayroong one minute. Hindi mo pwedeng sabihing wala kang oras o sobrang busy mo. In this episode we will talk about the simplicity and effectiveness of the one minute rule.

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