Best Filipinx Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 236: Storytelling with Randy Ribay 54:57

12d ago54:57

54:57

https://thisfilipinoamericanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tfal-episode236.mp3 In this episode the TFAL crew has a conversation with author Randy Ribay. The crew has discussed Patron Saints of Nothing multiple times, so this conversation was long coming. In fact, we thought we had already spoken to Randy Ribay! So glad we got to have this conv…

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Episode I - Pilot 40:03

16d ago40:03

40:03

Welcome to our pilot episode! In this episode we give you a bit of background on our relationship experiences within marriages, living with partners and what it's like to be dating in our late 30's. We give you context why we decided to create this podcast to share our own personal experiences and hope it invites conversation within the community. …

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Episode 235: Joke Lungs w/ Vincent Collyer & Charles Collyer 59:15

26d ago59:15

59:15

https://thisfilipinoamericanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tfal-episode235.mp3 In this episode Producer Mike and Elaine have a conversation with TFAL graphic designer Vincent Collyer and his brother Charles Collyer about Charles’ experience with a surprise diagnosis of lung cancer. Charles explains how a post Tough Mudder run lead to a rib inj…

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Episode 234 – Dirty Kitchen with Jill Damatac 56:17

1M ago56:17

56:17

https://thisfilipinoamericanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/tfal-episode234.mp3 In this episode the crew has a conversation with author and filmmaker, Jill Damatac, who shares her journey from the Philippines to the States to the UK all through the lens of an undocumented immigrant. Instead of a traditional cookbook, which predominantly focuses…

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Episode 233 – Ryan and Joe Talk Fatherhood 56:41

2M ago56:41

56:41

Amidst the chaos, we still have hope. A couple of weeks ago, Ryan and Joe had a conversation about being relatively new dads. With Father’s Day approaching, the two TFAL dads discuss their experiences navigating fatherhood and all that it entails. Listen as they talk about how their identities changed as new responsibilities came, how they unconsci…

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Episode 232 | How Did You Get Here? (Hex Hector Mix) | Gaysians with Mike Curato 52:45

2M ago52:45

52:45

https://thisfilipinoamericanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/tfal-episode232.mp3 TFALpodcast kicks off PRIDE month with a conversation with author and illustrator Mike Curato. In this episode Elaine and Producer Mike learn about Mike Curato’s journey with Gaysians, Curato’s first graphic novel for adult audiences. Curato is best known for Little…

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S6E10: Mother’s Day Reflections - Love, Loss, and Lessons 17:13

3M ago17:13

17:13

In this heartfelt short episode, I reflect on Mother’s Day and share personal memories of my mom, who passed away in 2018. Growing up in the Philippines, we didn’t have much, but my mom understood the value of education and invested in our future the best way she could. Her sacrifices helped pave the way for my journey to the U.S., where I found ca…

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Episode 231 – Meeting the Moment: A Conversation with Los Angeles City Councilmember Ysabel Jurado 57:08

3M ago57:08

57:08

https://thisfilipinoamericanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/tfal-episode231.mp3 On Election Day 2024, while most of the level-headed American public mourned the re-emergence of the far-right orange man, local folks in Los Angeles had a moment of electoral triumph with the victory of Ysabel Jurado to the Los Angeles City Council. Jurado is the f…

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Gandang pang Miss U? Alamin kay Miss Universe-Bahrain Shereen Ahmed! 1:15:37

3M ago1:15:37

1:15:37

Grabe ang beauty and wit overload in this very special episode with none other than Miss Universe-Bahrain Tita Shereen Ahmed! Half Pinay, half Bahrani, Queen Shereen takes us through her nakaka-lokang prep for the highest level of beauty pageants and spills all the deets on what it really takes to become Miss Universe! #hellomamsirshow #missunivers…

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S6E9: Five Fun Facts about the month of MAY 6:03

3M ago6:03

6:03

Why is May named after a Roman goddess? What’s the real story behind May Day? And did you know May wasn't always lucky for weddings? In this episode of Kiss My Mike, we uncover five surprising and fascinating facts about the month of May — plus a bonus fact you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a trivia fan, history lover, or just curious about th…

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S6E8: Could Cardinal Tagle Be the Next Pope? A Queer Filipino's Hope for the Future of the Church 7:59

4M ago7:59

7:59

In this episode of Kiss My Mike, I dive into why Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle has captured my heart and hope as a potential future pope. As a queer Filipino, seeing someone who not only shares my heritage but also speaks with compassion and inclusivity—especially toward the LGBTQ+ community—means the world. I talk about his powerful sermons where he…

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S6E7: Reflecting on Pope Francis' legacy for LGBTQ Christians: Who Am I To Judge? 10:17

4M ago10:17

10:17

As a queer Filipino American who believes in Christ, I’ve had a complicated but deeply personal journey with faith. Today, I want to reflect on Pope Francis — what he’s done, what he represents, and what it all means to people like me. From his groundbreaking "Who am I to judge?" moment to his inclusive stance toward LGBTQ+ individuals—including tr…

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S6E6: Easter Reflections as an LGBTQ Filipino American | Faith, Identity & Belonging 15:37

4M ago15:37

15:37

In this episode, I open up about what Easter means to me as an LGBTQ Filipino American and a Christian. How does being LGBTQ shape my experience of Christianity? What challenges and joys come with holding these identities together—especially around big holidays like Easter? I also reflect on the differences in how Easter is celebrated in the Philip…

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Episode 230 – TFAL x Dear Flor – A Conversation with Lisa Angulo Reid 45:38

4M ago45:38

45:38

https://thisfilipinoamericanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/tfal-episode230.mp3 In this episode TFAL’s Elaine and Producer Mike have a conversation with Lisa Angulo Reid, founder of Dear Flor @lovedearflor. Dear Flor’s mission is to bring Filipino culture to the world, one flavor at a time. Lisa shares her journey as an entrepreneur and how she…

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Why-oh-WYWY! The Best Indie Band in the UAE are Kabayans? 1:17:56

4M ago1:17:56

1:17:56

Usapang music mamsirs! Kilalanin ang isa sa pinaka-malupet na Indie-Alt band natin dito sa Dubai, ang WYWY! Dreampop couple X and Mckie Alvarez talks to our favorite Titos about the ins and outs of making music in the Middle East, performing for Dubai Tourism at mga nakaka-proud at nakaka-windang na experiences nila on and off the stage. Tara tamba…

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Episode 229 – Filipinx Studies and its Radical Possibilities with Allan Lumba 1:13:20

4M ago1:13:20

1:13:20

In this TFAL episode, Joe talks to Dr. Allan Lumba, writer, researcher, historian, and professor at Concordia University in Montreal, about potential of Filipinx Studies to inspire our community to fight for a better world. Listen how he developed into a brilliant scholar focused on Philippine Studies, the growing number of Filipino and Filipino Am…

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Episode 228: TFAL talks Animation with Bobby Pontillas (Rise Up Animation) 1:10:24

4M ago1:10:24

1:10:24

https://thisfilipinoamericanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/tfal-episode228.mp3 The TFAL crew is no stranger to the world of animation. In episode 28 (TFAL talks Voice Acting (and Secrets & Fears)), the crew had a conversation with voice actors Eric Bauza (@bauzilla) and Earl Baylon (@earlybgoode). While Producer Mike and Elaine were on their t…

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S6E5: What makes a friendship last? And as we get older, do we get wiser? | KissMyMike PODCAST 43:00

4M ago43:00

43:00

Two Filipinos. One lasting friendship. In this episode, I catch up with my college best friend, Jocy Dollison-Walla. We met as student assistants in College at De La Salle University (Manila) and bonded during our shifts at work (while in school) —now years later, we reflect on how our friendship has stayed strong despite the distance. We talk abou…

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#94: Ugaling Squammy? 1:29:07

5M ago1:29:07

1:29:07

Ano nga ba kasi ang mga ugaling "squammy" ? At paano naman natin masasabing ang isang tao ay lumaking "burgis" kumpara naman sa mga ambisyosong middle class? Samahan ang mga favorite titos at titas at tulungan nyo silang mag define what is squammy and what is burgis in this fun but medyo disturbing episode! Don't say we didn't warn you! Tune in na!…

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#93 DJ sa Umaga, Lakwatsero sa Gabi! 1:16:22

5M ago1:16:22

1:16:22

Sobrang wasak na episode kasama si Ram ng ( Sama Ka! ) Kwentuhan tungkol sa buhay bilang travel content creator at radio presenter sa UAE—plus mga throwback sa college days sa Pinas at walang katapusang kabaliwan at kulitan sa mundo ng content creation! Follow: ► Facebook - / hellomamsirshow ► Instagram - / hellomamsirshow ►Tiktok - / ucfdtftszlonr…

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S6E4: "Art as an Act of Activism" featuring Filipino American filmmaker, GIO ESPIRITU! 34:19

5M ago34:19

34:19

New Episode of Kiss My Mike: "Art as an Act of Activism" In this powerful episode, I sit down with Filipino American filmmaker GIO Espiritu, a groundbreaking storyteller whose creative vision is deeply shaped by her journey as a bisexual, once-undocumented immigrant Filipina mom and survivor of a Biblical doomsday cult. Her award-winning films like…

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#92 Weird Experiences sa Japan! 1:39:38

5M ago1:39:38

1:39:38

Part 2 ng Japan episode namin, Sobrang masayang kwentuhan about weird and unexpected experiences namin sa Japan. #podcastersofinstagram #japantrip #japan🇯🇵 #japan #japanesefood #filipinopodcast #philippines #ofwlife #OFW #WCW #dubai

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May Himala sa Dubai! 1:00:26

5M ago1:00:26

1:00:26

Our Rivermaya Reunion concert experience in DUBAI Our Rivermaya Reunion concert experience in DUBAIAng episode na ito ay para sa mga true fans ng Banda ng Bayan! Nanuod kami ng Rivermaya concert at shinhare namin ang aming experience at take tungkol sa buong event. Grabe, sobrang saya lang talaga! follow: ► Facebook - / hellomamsirshow ► Instagram …

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Episode 227 – Coming Home for the First Time – Elaine and Producer Mike go to the Philippines 1:04:12

6M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

https://thisfilipinoamericanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/tfal-episode227.mp3 Is it truly “More Fun in the Philippines? Well technically not any more, because that marketing campaign ended in 2023. Now it’s “Love the Philippines”, but do we? They say there’s “no place like home” (which is especially fitting, since this is episode “227”… look …

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S6E3: Step Into Your Power feat. Trans Filmmaker & Artist, Jade Phoenix 40:56

6M ago40:56

40:56

🔥 New Episode Alert! 🔥 In this powerful episode of Kiss My Mike, I sit down with trans filmmaker and artist, Jade Phoenix to discuss: ✨ The current political climate and how recent executive actions are attacking the trans community. ✨ The history of discrimination and how these tactics have been in place for a long time. ✨ How Jade and the communi…

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Episode 226 – Filipino American Masculinity 1:26:54

6M ago1:26:54

1:26:54

For generations, society has taught Filipinos and Filipino Americans what our specific gender roles should be. For men, masculinity is usually associated with ideas of strength, competition, emotion-less, family responsibilities, and protection. At times, these concepts can create narrow definitions of manhood and can pigeon-hole heterosexual men i…

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S6E2: The Best Movies of 2024 50:42

6M ago50:42

50:42

Best Movies of 2024 Anora, Wicked, The Substance, Conclave, A Complete Unknown—these are just some of the critically acclaimed films from 2024! Check out the latest episode of Kiss My Mike, featuring special guest Charles Gray, a FilAm filmmaker based in California. We dive into our favorite movies and performances from last year, breaking down the…

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#91 Japan, Jafun! sagot sa Kalungkutan 1:03:54

6M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Happy New Year mga mamsir! Nag kwentuhan kami about our recent trip sa Japan at mga exciting na experiences namin from food trip to sightseeing at mga weird experiences namin from the Land of the Rising Sun. Gusto na naming bumalik. Haay!Follow:► Facebook - / hellomamsirshow ► Instagram - / hellomamsirshow ►Tiktok - / @hellomamsirshowListen:►Spotif…

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S6E1: 2025 Advocacies in support of LGBTQs, AANHPIs, and other minority groups 20:22

7M ago20:22

20:22

A Call for Advocacy I’ve always tried to steer clear of politics on my podcast and social media. But you know what? Staying silent isn’t an option anymore—not when policies are being set into motion that directly affect me as an LGBTQ+ Filipino American immigrant (and now, a proud U.S. citizen). CHECK OUT MY FIRST PODCAST FOR 2025: LGBTQ+ and AAPI …

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Episode 225 – Sexual Pleasure with Goddess Cecilia 1:03:57

7M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

Did you know that men from the Philippines prior to colonization wore penis pins and rings in order to pleasure their sexual partner during intercourse? Yes, many of our ancestors had all kinds of sex toys and pleasure enhancers. In many ways, being open to sex and sexual pleasure can be seen as a form of anti-colonialism. Everyday, many Filipinos …

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#90 Goodbye 2024, Hello 2025! 1:07:45

7M ago1:07:45

1:07:45

Happy new year mamsirs! Kahit nakakatamad, nagrecord pa din kami, kaya heto na ang pinaka-unang episode ng taon kung saan pinagusapan namin ang mga happenings, at lessons learned mula 2024, at syempre mga new goals at resolutions for 2025. Maraming maraming salamat sa patuloy nyong pagkikinig! Cheers to more HMSS episodes! Comment below kung ano pa…

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#89 Paskong Pinoy Christmas Special! 1:08:01

7M ago1:08:01

1:08:01

Maligayang Pasko mamsirs! Sobrang nakakamiss ang Paskong Pinoy! Kumusta ang Noche Buena? Nag-iinit na ba kayo ng spaghetti sa ngayon? Anong pinaka unang memories nyo of Christmas? Chillax muna at maki-tambay with our favorite tito and titas! Follow:► Facebook - / hellomamsirshow ► Instagram - / hellomamsirshow ►Tiktok - / ucfdtftszlonrcpmd0jzyzgq L…

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Episode 224 | Living with the Land – A Conversation with Dennis Arguelles 38:24

8M ago38:24

38:24

Episode 224 | Living with the Land – A Conversation with Dennis Arguelles This past fall, TFALpodcast’s Elaine took a California Naturalist Training Institute course with Community Nature Connection (CNC). CNC offers this course to anyone who aspires to be a steward of the land. CNC also offers customized trainings like: Backpacking 101 Camping CA …

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S5E6: 2024 Year End Recap (Special Podcast Episode) 23:19

8M ago23:19

23:19

2024 Year-End RECAP — Kiss My Mike Podcast! This year was a whirlwind of pop culture, movies, and major events — and I’m breaking it ALL down in my latest podcast episode! Watch the full video on YouTube and the audio on Spotify, Apple, or your favorite app! Here’s what I’m covering: The impact of AI on entertainment (and beyond!) The best movies o…

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#88 Common Courtesy 1:15:00

8M ago1:15:00

1:15:00

Binubuksan mo ba ang regalo sa harap ng nagbigay? Ok bang i-taas ng paa habang kumakain? Anong uunahin mong kubyertos? Usapang Manners Mamsirs! Join us in another insightful and fun episode where we discuss common courtesy and some Do's and Don'ts pag dating sa Etiquette. Basic yan mamsirs! Follow:► Facebook - / hellomamsirshow ► Instagram - / hell…

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#87 I'll _____myself nalang! 1:05:56

8M ago1:05:56

1:05:56

Isang mainit na usapan about cheating in relationships triggered ng viral pasabog na screenshots ng isang galit na ex GF, accusing young actress Maris Racal and ang ka-love team nyang si Anthony. Iwasan nyo ang tukso mamsirs! Comment down below kung alam mo ang sagot sa fill in the blanks ;) 🔔 Don't Forget: Like the video if you enjoyed it! Subscri…

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#86 Dubai Dating Disasters 1:03:45

8M ago1:03:45

1:03:45

Gaano ba kahirap ang maging single sa Dubai? Ano nga ba ang mga weird and super interesting interaction na naeexperience nila? Yan ang super interesting discussion namin sa special episode na ito with Tita Ritz. Mabuhay ang mga SingleComment down below kung single ka pa rin Lezgo!🔔 Don't Forget:Like the video if you enjoyed it!Subscribe to our chan…

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Episode 223 – TFAL x Toronto – Sounds of the 6ix with Pantayo and Ruru 1:12:25

8M ago1:12:25

1:12:25

https://thisfilipinoamericanlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/tfal-episode223.mp3 If it’s a music episode, you know Producer Mike is behind it! In our 3rd and final episode in our Toronto series, we got to get a hangout with Michelle and Kat, two members of the “queer Filipinx kulintang gong punks” crew Pantayo whose incendiary yet soulful music …

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#85 So gusto mo parin mag Canada? 1:58:45

9M ago1:58:45

1:58:45

Naku eto na ata ang pinaka mahaba naming episode dahil sobrang na miss namin si tito Lewis. Kwentong migration from Dubai to Canada, mga challenges, adjustments at kung ano ano pa.🔔 Don't Forget:Like the video if you enjoyed it!Subscribe to our channel for more episodes.Hit the bell icon to receive notifications whenever there's new content.Share y…

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Episode 222 – TFAL x Toronto: Politics and Golf with the Honourable Rechie Valdez and Rise Bogey League’s Adam Robles 1:09:04

9M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

We continue our Toronto series with discussions on two very important issues that affect us – politics and golf. As with every visit to another city, we love to talk about the local political scene. Here to talk to us about Canadian politics is Member of Parliament and Minister of Small Business Rechie Valdez. She was elected to the House of Common…

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#84 Raket Realities: Freelance Life ng Isang Pinoy Creative 1:05:39

9M ago1:05:39

1:05:39

Mga freelance stories namin mula Pilipinas hanggang Dubai: barat budgets, matinding kompetisyon sa kapwa creatives, at mga nakakabaliw na client horror stories. 😅 Wasak to the Bones! Comment down below kung anong paborito nyong sapatos. Lezgo!🔔 Don't Forget:Like the video if you enjoyed it!Subscribe to our channel for more episodes.Hit the bell ico…

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#83 Sole Mates: The Pinoy Sneaker Obsession 🔥👟💯 1:04:14

9M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

Bakit nga ba paborito ng mga Pinoy ang kicks? Alamin ang mga kwento ng first sneaker purchase namin at iba't ibang kwento tungkol sa sneaker culture dito sa Pilipinas at sa UAE. Tunay na usapang kultura at passion para sa sapatos—swak na swak para sa lahat ng sneakerheads!Comment down below kung anong paborito nyong sapatos. Lezgo!🔔 Don't Forget:Li…

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Episode 221 – TFAL x Toronto: Welcome to “Torono” with Carlo De La Fuente and Alia Rasul / Pinay Collection with Jovie Galit 1:05:22

10M ago1:05:22

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In honor of Filipino American History Month, the TFAL crew goes to Canada!!! A couple of weeks ago, we had the wonderful opportunity of visiting our neighbors FAR north, Toronto!!! It’s been a while since we’ve traveled to another city, so we made the most of it! During our short trip, we got to meet some awesome kababayan! For the next few episode…

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#OneBS Ep.11 Trending to Trapo? 45:00

10M ago45:00

45:00

In this episode, pag-uusapan namin ang pagpasok ng mga vloggers at celebrities sa mundo ng pulitika. Sila ba'y para sa bayan o para sa sariling interes lang? 🤔 Kasama rin sa diskusyon ang kontrobersyal na tanong ni Miriam Defensor Santiago: Dapat bang mga taxpayers lang ang may karapatang bumoto? Ang talamak na vote buying sa pinas at, meron nga ba…

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#82 Pidal at Tawa: Cycling Culture sa UAE with Mark De Leon 🚴😂 56:26

10M ago56:26

56:26

🎉 Special Episode Alert! | Kasama si Mark De Leon 🚴‍♂️✨Sa isa na namang special episode ng Hellomamsir Show, kasama namin ang very special guest na si Mark De Leon! Pinagusapan namin ang current cycling culture, mga cycling gears at kung mahal nga ba ito. Tinalakay din namin ang importance ng mga grupo at ang konsepto ng Gaijin, at ang mga differen…

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#81 Pinoy Food Fame, Where Art Daw? 1:00:27

10M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Bakit nga ba hanggang ngayon, parang hindi pa rin kilala ng mundo ang pagkaing Pilipino? ‘Yan ang sinubukan naming sagutin sa episode na ‘to ng Hellomamsir Show—warning: baka mapagpadeliver ka ng Pinoy Food habang nakikinig! Don't forget to Follow and Message us at @HellomamsirShow on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok Subscribe on our Youtube Channel…

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Episode 220 – Island Women Rise – Ask Tita Faith w/Faith Santilla 41:22

10M ago41:22

41:22

Last but most certainly not least in our series of Island Woman Rise episodes, we have returning guest Faith Santilla! This episode is a wee bit different in that we call it “Ask Tita Faith” where Faith answers questions from TFAL listeners. Will this be something we do in the future? ABSOLUTELY! Will we start to have conversations about perimenopa…

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#80 Golden Utang na Loob ni Carlos Yulo 49:28

10M ago49:28

49:28

Sa episode na ito, tinalakay namin ang konsepto ng Utang na Loob, mga relasyon sa pamilya, at kung paano natatabunan ng family issues ang tagumpay ng ating Golden Boy na si Carlos Yulo.Don't forget to Follow and Message us at @HellomamsirShow on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok Subscribe on our Youtube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/HellomamsirSho…

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Episode 219: Island Woman Rise – Collective Wisdom w/Kimmortal 56:38

10M ago56:38

56:38

Continuing our Island Woman Rise series with a lovely conversation with Filipino-Canadian Kimmortal! The TFAL crew shares how we tried to reach out to Kimmortal in 2019 when we traveled to Vancouver, BC. The interview did not pan out because the universe had other plans for us. They share their journey as an artist with the TFAL crew and we manifes…

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Episode 218 – Island Woman Rise – Keepin It Klassy 38:40

10M ago38:40

38:40

What what? Another episode of TFALpodcast? Yup. This time the TFAL crew chops it up with Klassy, the youngest artist on the Island Woman Rise line up. Klassy shares her journey as a Historic Filipinotown kid with a talent for drawing and writing lyrics. Find out which TFAL crew member has tattoos done by the talented artist! Listen to GOOD SEEDS by…

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