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In this episode about Filipino myths and legends, Carmina and Patch remember Esperidion Arsenio Manuel, who is known as the “Dean of Filipino Anthropology” and the “Father of Philippine Folklore.” Enjoy listening to both well-known and less familiar stories, as well as a modern take on a well-loved classic. 

 
Learn more: Treasury of Stories, Filipino Myths & Folktales, Myths & Legends of the Philippines, Tagalog Deities in Philippine Mythology, The Classic Cast of Characters in Philippine Folklore, Alternative Alamat: An Anthology: Myths and Legends from the Philippines, and Creation Myths from the Philippines. 

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In FilTrip’s first episode of Season 3, Carmina and Patch discuss some of the Philippines’ slowly fading traditions. Adding to the episode’s depth are conversations with two special guests, who add perspective to this very important topic. Join Carmina and Patch as they explore origins of some rituals, possible reasons for their slow demise, and what we can all do to keep them alive.  

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Carmina & Patch commemorate Filipino-American History Month by recapping the season and celebrating Fil-Am creative achievements. Topping the episode is a shoutout to the rom-com Asian Persuasion, which won the Audience Award at the Soho International Film Festival. They invite listeners to PH Time Is Now virtually or in-person on Oct. 28 to meet Fil-Am trailblazers. Finally, hear about Patch’s Broadway debut and listen to their in-depth review of Here Lies Love!

Asian Persuasion will be released in the Philippines on Nov. 29, 2023. Track @asianpersuasionfilm on Instagram for festival and theater drops.

Register here for PH Time Is Now by Oct. 15 to join Pinoy trailblazers virtually or in person at the Harvard Club of New York on Oct. 28.

Visit Here Lies Love’s official website for show details and ticketing information.

The complete Voltes V Blu Ray disc collection can be found here.

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The Thomasites were sent to the Philippines to educate but their labors did not focus on that singular purpose.  Carmina and Patch discuss how their work served America’s imperial vision of benevolent assimilation, the possible personal motivations of leaving the comforts of home for an unknown land, and their innermost thoughts about the Filipino students under their tutelage and the communities in which they lived. Learn about “Philippinitis,” how one Filipino spent (and thrived) for years at a Native American industrial school and the fascinating synopsis of a historical fiction novel, “The Thomasite.”

Learn more: A Brief History of The Thomasites, Frederick G. Behner's "Thomasite Adventure," The Thomasite, Educating the Empire: American Teachers and Contested Colonization in the Philippines, Playing Indian, Playing Filipino: Native American and Filipino Interactions at the Carlisle Indian Industrial School, Victoria Grageda-Smith, The Thomasite, and EMPIRE and EDUCATION.

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After settling the score that she did not imagine Mazinger Z's "pectorally-endowed" opponents from the last episode, Carmina and Patch discover Fil-Am animators making waves in the US before delving into the history of the Philippine animation industry.  They also discuss celebrated original Pinoy animations across the spectrum of drama, comedy, and romance. Drop in and learn why Pinoys deserve recognition in this growing and much-loved creative space!

Congratulations to Iti Mapukpukaw (The Missing) for winning three major awards at the 19th Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival: Best Supporting Actress for Dolly de Leon, NETPAC (Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema) Award, and Best Film.

Learn more: The case of the Philippines animation industry, The Philippine Film Animation Industry and Its History of Captivity, LIST: 5 Pinoy animated films and series to watch this Buwan ng Wika, Animation industry poised for transition from outsourcing to original content, Why the Time Is Ripe for Animation in Philippine Feature-Length Films, The Perforation in Philippine Animation Industry: Original Content Full Length Animated Films, 17th Animahenasyon Philippine Animation Festival – Call for Entry 2023, and Re-animating Philippine Cinema: For Filipinos by Filipinos.

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In this nostalgia-driven episode, Carmina and Patch revisit their favorite childhood cartoons. Top of the list is Voltes V, which Carmina and Patch didn’t realize was a political tinderbox and awakened a deeply buried rage. They also discuss favorite runners-up Paul In Fantasyland (but not so much for Patch) and Candy Candy (which they both adore), to round out their reminiscences. But during their research, they made a surprising discovery about the Philippines’ animation industry – so tune in next time for the fascinating sequel to this episode!

Learn more: Voltes V Full Opening Theme Song With Lyrics, Ferdinand Marcos angered ‘Voltes V generation, Voltes V Intro, Voltes V: A Look Into Its Popularity and Legacy, Where to Watch Full Episodes of GMA's "Voltes V: Legacy" Online, Voltes V & Martial Law In An Artist’s Memory, Revenge of A Martial Law Generation, 6 Robot Anime That Filipinos Grew Up Watching, ‘Voltes V’: What you need to know before watching ‘Legacy,’ PHILIPPINES’ “VOLTES V: LEGACY” TO DEBUT AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2023, The Candy Candy Nightmare, and J-Pop Talk Show – Saturday Night Live.

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Apolinario Mabini was known as "The Sublime Paralytic" but not many know why he is worthy of our reverence as a national hero. Carmina and Patch discuss his many contributions and shed light on different phases of his life. Learn about his trials, his many heartaches, and the very last signature he tragically left behind. Prepare to be amazed at their discovery about a favorite Pinoy band and how Apolinario Mabini lent his name to the group's moniker. Finally, Patch reminds Carmina to keep her pledge for her future lottery winnings!

To learn more: Mabini's Decalogue for Filipinos, Xiao Talks: The Apolinario Mabini Lecture for the National Archives of the Philippines, Dulaang Unibersidad ng Pilipinas: Ang Huling Lagda ni Apolinario Mabini, In Our Image: America's Empire in the Philipines, Apolinario Mabini, A 1920 Biography Of Apolinario Mabini and Mabini. 

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In a unique take on this topic, Carmina and Patch tackle the Philippines' quest for independence from the vantagepoint of America’s political landscape. Much tea was spilled ala-TMZ to explain the long and winding road towards the Philippines’ ultimate freedom from the Americans, including commentary by Mark Twain (yes, THAT Mark Twain) on the matter.

To learn more: US Occupation in the Philippines: the Disconnect between Colonizer and Colonized, and a Different Type of Resistance, A Brief History of America: Contradictions & Divisions in the United States from the Revolutionary Era to the Present Day, Bound by War: How the United States and the Philippines Built America's First Pacific Century, American Interests and Philippine Independence, Honor in the Dust: Theodore Roosevelt, War in the Philippines, and the Rise and Fall of America's Imperial Dream, In Our Image: America’s Empire in the Philippines, and Liberal, Imperial, and Economic Motivation of U.S. Foreign Policy in the Philippines 1898-1946.

Relisten to Season 1, Episode 16: “August 23, June 12, or July 4? The Philippine Independence Saga” to discover why June 12 is the “official” Philippine Independence Day on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen.

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In this episode, Carmina and Patch revisit the Pasig River’s consequential role in Manila's development, its former glory and the reasons for its eventual demise. But all is not lost – they talk about past and current revitalization efforts by government, private, and civic organizations that made great strides in resuscitating the river. However, a new threat is imminent that if unchecked, will unwind decades of progress. Listen in as Carmina and Patch discuss ways to ensure Pasig River's continued road to recovery.

To learn more: Time and Time Again: A Short History of the Pasig River Rehabilitation Project, Bantay Kalikasan: Ilog Pasig - Noon at Ngayon, Decoding the La Madre Statues, Fast Facts: The Pasig of Lore, #IlogPasiglahin, Renacimiento Manila: everything to know about the organisation dedicated to reviving Old Manila, #IlogPasiglahin: A PSA Campaign to Address the Construction of the Pasig River Expressway (PAREX), Why save the Pasig River?, THE RIVER WARRIORS OF PASIG, Revitalization of the Pasig River Through The Years: Bringing a Dying Ecosystem Back to Life, and 10 Amazing Things We No Longer See In Pasig River.

Watch Tindig Arki: Student Summit, a one-day seminar held on May 9, 2023 where speakers from invited organizations gave a talk about environmental justice and climate action to provide a venue where architecture students develop critical thinking in serving the Filipino community using their knowledge of the architectural practice.

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Minds were blown when Carmina and Patch discover that Filipinos, embodied in the Manila Men, were in America BEFORE it was even America! They talk about the mystery that shrouded Saint Malo before it was introduced to the world, the Manila Men's triumphs, and the legacy they left in their generations-long descendants. Listen in as they discuss the Manila Men’s undoubted impact on Louisiana, then and now.

To learn more: Manila Men In The New World, Filipinos In Louisiana, The First Asian American Settlement Was Established by Filipino Fishermen, Manilamen: The First Asian American Settlement, The Fascinating Story of the First Filipinos in America, A Life’s Work Washed Away, My America … or Honk if You Love Buddha, Take Out with Lisa Ling, Episode 1: Mix Mix, The Challenges of Reclaiming Filipino Louisiana’s Centuries-Old History, Filipinos of Saint Malo, and Who were the Manila Men? Filipinos deep in the Bayou!

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Hilarity ensues when Carmina and Patch chat about Pinoy expressions that can only come from a people as colorful and creative as Filipinos. Listen in and just perhaps, you'll pick up a new language!

To learn more: Language as a Historical Product: Drift, Introduction to Philippine English, Puwera Usog Meaning And History, Filipino & Spanish Words: Lost in Translation Part 1, Science Behind Filipino Slang, Mathematics Hugot Lines, Slang Words We Learned 2021, A Secret Gay Language Has Gone Mainstream in the Philippines, Bekimon for beginners, The LGBTQ LANGUAGE of the PHILIPPINES (Gay Lingo), and Gay Filipinos Coin the Coolest Kind of Slang with 'Beki' Talk.

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Carmina and Patch fan-girl over their pick for International Women's Day 2023. They discuss Maria Ressa's genius, both in journalism and more. Join them as they #holdtheline with Maria Ressa.

To learn more: HOW TO STAND UP TO A DICTATOR: THE FIGHT FOR OUR FUTURE, Nobel Prize lecture: Maria Ressa, Nobel Peace Prize 2021, The Nobel Prize: Maria Ressa Facts, A Thousand Cuts (full documentary) | FRONTLINE, International Women’s Day 2023, Maria Ressa on tax evasion acquittal: ‘Today, facts win, truth wins, justice wins’, TIME: Person of the Year 2018, From Bin Laden to Facebook: 10 Days of Abduction, 10 Years of Terrorism, Seeds of Terror: An Eyewitness Account of Al-Qaeda's Newest Center, The Energizer Bunny of Nobel Laureates, Recollections of Maria Ressa During Our HS Years, Journalist Maria Ressa explains ‘How To Stand Up to a Dictator, and Who Is Maria Ressa and What is Rappler?

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Carmina and Patch process their conflicted emotions and dusted off the proverbial cobwebs from their collective memories to discuss the People Power Revolution on its 37th anniversary. They discuss both forgotten and newly-discovered “tea” that will be fodder for future episodes. Join them as they recall the crucial events of this #neveragainneverforget moment.

To learn more: In Our Image: America’s Empire in the Philippines, A History of the Philippines: From Indios Bravos to Filipinos, Culture, Religion, and Moral Vision: A Theological Discourse on the Filipino People Power Revolution of 1986, Timeline EDSA People Power Revolution, How US Derailed Philippine History 1986, The Final Hours: EDSA People Power Revolution | Need to Know, People Power: AN EYEWITNESS HISTORY, THE PHILIPPINE REVOLUTION OF 1986, Footages from EDSA People Power Revolution, Philippines Election: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO), 2 KEY MILITARY LEADERS QUIT AND URGE MARCOS TO RESIGN; HE CALLS ON THEM TO SUBMIT, Why the president could not wait, Regime Change In The Philippines, and WHITE HOUSE SIGNALS ITS SUPPORT FOR 2 MILITARY MEN IN PHILIPPINES.

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Love is in the air!  In this episode, Carmina and Patch discuss Filipino courtship rituals and traditions that range from the endearing to the dangerous. Discover little-known pre-colonial customs and learn about debunked myths about one of the most beloved Filipino courtship traditions.

To learn more: Courtship in the Pre-Colonial Philippines, Pre-Hispanic Marriage Customs, Filipino Dating: Evolution of Courtship in the Philippines, Traditions of Courtship & Engagement in the Philippines, LOVE, COURTSHIP IN FILIPINO CULTURE, DIFFERENT MARRIAGE AND WEDDING CUSTOMS IN THE PHILIPPINES, Harana.PH, 10 Misconceptions About The Custom of Harana, The Pamamanhikan Process: Rules & Script Explained, and 3 Filipino Heritage Dishes.

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This episode dives deep into Binondo’s storied past and equally exciting present. To Patch’s delight and surprise, Carmina shares Binondo's second record-breaking feat, in addition to its claim as the oldest Chinatown in the world. Join them on a “walking tour” through its streets while discussing historical tidbits in its cultural, architectural, and culinary realms. Whether it’s “Gong Xi Fa Cai,” “Kung Hei Fat Choy,” or “Kiōnghì hua'tcái,” all roads lead to the world’s most special Chinatown – BINONDO!

To learn more: The Chinese Mestizo in the Philippines, 10 heritage treasures of Old Manila, The Story of Binondo, the World’s Oldest Chinatown, Most Authentic and Oldest Restaurant in Manila, Savory Restaurant, Getting to Know Chinatown, The Arches of Manila Chinatown, DISMANTLED AND REASSEMBLED! THE HOTEL DE ORIENTE FROM BINONDO TAKE 2! | NOON AT NGAYON SERIES, Calle de la Escolta and Binondo's Economic Significance, ARQUITECTURA MANILA: YOUR GATEWAY TO MANILA’S GLORIOUS ARCHITECTURAL PAST, and Walking Tour On The Oldest Chinatown In The World. 

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Guam has always been in the periphery of Carmina and Patch’s consciousness. In this episode, they discover that the intersecting path of the Philippines and Guam was fated. From pre-colonial to modern times, learn about the little-known connections and encounters (both serendipitous and calculated) between the two "Pacific Cousins." 

 To learn more: Destiny’s Landfall, Ancient History of Guam, Filipinos On Guam, State VS Territory, Cultural Contributions of Filipinos on Guam, HOLY COW! HISTORY: How We Got Guam, and FILIPINO NATIVES IN SEVENTEETH CENTURY MARIANAS.

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Rizal was often referred to as "The First Filipino" and in this episode, Carmina and Patch begin to understand why. They discuss his immense love for the Philippines and his tireless efforts to assert its identity amidst colonial oppression. But that's not all - listen to them talk about his early life, his many loves, and his BFF. Learn, too, about how he was the most productive exile who ever lived.

To learn more: The First Filipino: The Award-Winning Biography of Jose Rizal, Whatever happened to Josephine Bracken? , Dr. Jose Rizal Execution, Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho: Dr. Jose Rizal memorabilia, milyon-milyon na ang halaga ngayon? , Interesting facts about Jose Rizal and Blumentritt, Jose Rizal’s contribution to the development of Philippine agriculture, Salcedo Public Auctions,  and Jose Rizal Myths: The Most Outlandish Rumors About Rizal

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Carmina and Patch talk about Filipino Christmas traditions that both delight and invite further inquiry. Enjoy their reminiscences about childhood caroling, the history of centuries-old practices, and the beloved “King of Filipino Christmas Songs,” Jose Mari Chan. Happy Holidays to one and all!

To learn more: The Little-Known History of the Caroling Tradition, A history of our favorite Filipino Christmas carols, How Filipinos Celebrated Christmas in the Spanish era, The origin of the Spanish Villancicos, from the popular news to Christmas carols, Noche Buena Philippines features Filipino Catholics reenacting the Christmas story, What is 13 month pay? Get a grip on this popular payment, Jose Mari Chan, We ask Jose Mari Chan what he things of each of his hit songs, and PASKO, The Philippine Christmas.

The original official music video with lyrics of “Christmas In Our Hearts” can be found here. 

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Carmina and Patch rediscover Andres Bonifacio and rekindle their respect for the "Father of the Philippine Revolution." Take a listen as they learn more about this remarkable hero, made possible by studies done on Katipunan documents confiscated between 1896 - 1897 by the Archivo General Militar de Madrid that were returned to the National Historical Commission of the Philippines in 1997. They discuss other juicy details like his love life and bromances. Carmina also recalls a Bonifacio poem she innocently recited in her youth, only to learn now of its nefarious undertones. Finally, if your heart can handle it, listen to Chickoy Pura's rendition of Andres Bonifacio's seminal poem, "Pag-Ibig sa Tinubuang Lupa."

To learn more: The most important book of our time, The Light of Liberty: Documents and Studies on the Katipunan, 1892-1897, Bonifacio’s love life, Andres Bonifacio & Gregoria De Jesus: Their Low-Key, Tragic Story, The Untold Story of Andres Bonifacio’s Execution, Xiao Talks: Bonifacio, Unang Pangulo Lecture for the Department of Education (Bonifacio Day 2021) and Editorial:Supremo Andres Bonifacio revisited.

Various versions of "Andres Bonifacio, A-Tapang A-Tao" can be found here.

Listen to the moving rendition of "Chickoy Pura - Pag-Ibig sa Tinubuang Lupa" here.

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In this Side Trip, Carmina and Patch are awe-struck by Cebu's beauty and history. Listen in as they talk about the spectacular festivals and mouth-watering delicacies. They also discuss the trials and achievements of Cebu's very own, Chai Fonacier. Salamat Kaayo, Cebu!

To learn more: The Story of Lapu-Lapu: The Legendary Filipino Hero, It’s More Fun in The Philippines: The Sinulog Festival Fever, A brief history of the yummy Cebu lechon, 11 Reasons Why Cebu Lechon is the Best Pig in the World, IMDb: Chai Fonacier, and 3 Cebuano Artists You Should Stan.

Click here for the Official Trailer of PINAY BEAUTY (She’s No White).

Check out Nocebo’s Official Trailer here. 

Here are just some of the conservation efforts benefitting Cebu: Coastal Conservation and Education Foundation, Soil and Water Conservation Foundation, Inc., Energy Efficiency and Conservation Information Campaign: #EnerhiyangAtin.

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