Taralets Talk: The Filipino Expat Chronicles
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsTaralets Talk is a Filipino podcast that chronicles the joys, heartaches, and rewards of being an immigrant.
Hosted by three Pinoy expats. Join Bel, Lennette, and Mark in this seasonal podcast packed with culturally rich tidbits and tips for Filipinos curious about what it's like living abroad.
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Taralets Talk is sponsored and produced by Disenyo.co LLC
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Episodes
S3 Ep. 13: Answering Burning Questions About the Filipino Culture
December 28, 2022 22:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBDiscover the answers to some Quora questions about Filipino culture by listening to our last episode of Season 3. In this episode, we explored the varied Filipino traditions and culture. We dive into our opinion of OFWs as modern-day heroes, unpacking our deep love for our culture and traditions—including revealing toxic traits all too familiar to Filipinos. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please gi...
S3 Ep. 12: Conversations About Intercultural Marriage with Zaini Hassan & Kevin Perez
December 21, 2022 22:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBHave questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook Taralets Talk is sponsored by Disenyo.co LLC | DISCLAIMER: The opinions, beliefs, and viewpoints expressed by the hosts and guests on this podcast do not necessarily represent or reflect the official policy, opinions, beliefs, and viewpoint...
S3 Ep. 11: The Road To U.S. Citizenship: A Personal Reflection
December 07, 2022 22:00 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBThis week's episode is a personal reflection of Mark's journey to becoming a U.S. citizen. It tells the story of how he and his wife overcame the challenges of his deportation back to the Philippines on a tourist visa and later took a spousal petition route to be with her. Learn from Mark's experiences and find out what you need to do if you're interested in coming to the United States or becoming a citizen. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: hello@taraletstalk...
S3 Ep. 10: Crypto, Stock Market & Inflation Advice for Balikbayans With Kevin Perez
November 30, 2022 22:00 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBIn this podcast episode, we discuss investments and impart advice to Filipino immigrants who want to get started in stocks and cryptocurrencies. Our recurring guest, Kevin, will cover some of the basic knowledge you need to make informed decisions when it comes to investing—including tips on understanding inflation and how it affects rates in the Philippines. So whether you're a beginner or an experienced investor, a Filipino or not, this episode will have something for you! Have ques...
S3 Ep. 9: A True Kapamilya with Maria Cristina Viloria
November 23, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBABS-CBN—the largest media and entertainment company in the Philippines—shut down its operations and went off the air in 2020. In this episode, we want to share our guest, Maria Cristina Viloria's experience as an employee at ABS-CBN before the shutdown and what the implications were for her family after being laid off. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our sh...
S3 Ep. 8: Money Talk: Handling Our Expenses
November 16, 2022 22:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBThis episode aims to help Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) handle their finances. Different countries have different sets of financial laws and rules. So as immigrants, we need to manage our expenses well. Join us as we tackle the common problem of overspending and how to stay within your budget. Learn helpful tips on how to save money and make the most of your income. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, pl...
S3 Ep. 7: Rookie Expat Mistakes
November 09, 2022 22:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBDeciding to move to a new country is one thing - but making rookie mistakes can set your experience back. In this episode, we talk about some of the most common mistakes made by new immigrants and how you can avoid them. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook Taralets Talk is sp...
S3 Ep. 6: Moving to & Working in Malaysia with Princess Nanaman
November 02, 2022 21:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBAre you considering moving to and working in Malaysia? Then this episode is for you! Princess Nanaman, a Filipina expat who lived in Malaysia, will share with us what she experienced when she first moved there. As well as three tips if anyone is considering working abroad. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify. Follow us on S...
S3 Ep. 5: US & Philippines Urban Legends, Real Ghost Stories & More
October 26, 2022 21:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBListen to our Halloween special episode where we discuss some of the scariest urban legends from both the US and the Philippines. Hear personal stories of paranormal activity and why we should always listen to our gut feelings. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook Taralets T...
S3 Ep. 4: How To Deal With Culture Shock When You Migrate
October 19, 2022 21:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBCulture shock can be an obstacle for new expats trying to adjust to the new environment, but understanding the different stages can help make the transition smoother. Listen to this episode as we discuss the four main phases of culture shock and what attitude you can adopt to acculturate to a new country. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iT...
S3 Ep. 3: Adapting to Life in New Zealand with Geraldine Pinlac
October 12, 2022 21:00 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBThere are so many things people don't tell you when you're preparing to migrate, and in this episode, Geraldine aims to fill in some of those gaps. Geraldine is a Filipina who migrated to New Zealand with her family after she graduated High School. Though it's been more than ten years since she and her family made the big move, in that time, she learned a lot about what it takes to make it as an immigrant. Listen as Geraldine shares her wisdom and how her perspective changed after living in...
Season 3 Episode 2: What is Filipino Colonial Mentality?
October 05, 2022 21:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBDo Filipinos have "colonial mentality" traits? In this episode, we offer our take on the prejudices we have. How much of it affects our views of ourselves or others? And how much of it is linked to our colonial past? Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook Taralets Talk is sp...
S3 Ep. 2: What is Filipino Colonial Mentality?
October 05, 2022 21:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBDo Filipinos have "colonial mentality" traits? In this episode, we offer our take on the prejudices we have. How much of it affects our views of ourselves or others? And how much of it is linked to our colonial past? Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook Taralets Talk is sp...
S3 Ep. 1: How to Keep Your Feet in Two Cultures
September 28, 2022 21:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBAre you an immigrant who has difficulty keeping your feet in two cultures? As Filipino expatriates, we understand that integrating into a new culture can be difficult. But not impossible! In this podcast episode, we explored the challenges of cultural integration, how to adjust to a new culture—while maintaining your cultural identity living in a foreign country, and making the most of your experiences as an immigrant. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: hello...
Season 3 Episode 1: How to Keep Your Feet in Two Cultures
September 28, 2022 21:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBAre you an immigrant who has difficulty keeping your feet in two cultures? As Filipino expatriates, we understand that integrating into a new culture can be difficult. But not impossible! In this podcast episode, we explored the challenges of cultural integration, how to adjust to a new culture—while maintaining your cultural identity living in a foreign country, and making the most of your experiences as an immigrant. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: hello...
S2 Ep. 14: Top Traits & Skills You Need As An Expat
June 22, 2022 21:00 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MBImmigrating can be a stressful experience when you're moving internationally. Trust us, we've been through it—and we have some great advice to help you start fresh and reinvent yourself. In this last episode for the season, we discuss some personality traits and skills that have helped us successfully embrace our new lives abroad. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or revie...
Season 2 Episode 14: Top Traits & Skills You Need As An Expat
June 22, 2022 21:00 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MBImmigrating can be a stressful experience when you're moving internationally. Trust us, we've been through it—and we have some great advice to help you start fresh and reinvent yourself. In this last episode for the season, we discuss some personality traits and skills that have helped us successfully embrace our new lives abroad. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or revie...
Season 2 Episode 13: Pain Management in the US & How to Thrive in Life with a Disability with Kevin Perez
June 15, 2022 21:00 - 37 minutes - 51 MBIn this episode of Taralets Talk, Navy veteran Kevin Perez returns as a guest for the second time to share his experience and knowledge about pain management in the US for the disabled. He shared his views on what you need to do when diagnosed with chronic pain, the professional care or help he received, and how to support those suffering from chronic pain. Episode highlights: What spinal stenosis is and what can worsen it. How he discovered he suffers from spinal stenosis. Pain and d...
S2 Ep. 13: Pain Management in the US & How to Thrive in Life with a Disability with Kevin Perez
June 15, 2022 21:00 - 37 minutes - 51 MBIn this episode of Taralets Talk, Navy veteran Kevin Perez returns as a guest for the second time to share his experience and knowledge about pain management in the US for the disabled. He shared his views on what you need to do when diagnosed with chronic pain, the professional care or help he received, and how to support those suffering from chronic pain. Episode highlights: What spinal stenosis is and what can worsen it. How he discovered he suffers from spinal stenosis. Pain and d...
Season 2 Episode 12: Bayanihan: An Evolving Filipino Culture
June 01, 2022 21:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MBBayanihan spirit is a value and reflection of how we Filipinos behave around each other. When there are calamities, we lend a helping hand and the best of what we can offer. We are known to put the welfare of others before ours and stand united through times of adversity. In this episode, we talked about bayanihan on a global scale and how self-centeredness can threaten our long tradition of helping others. Reference & article title mentioned in this episode: Bayanihan: The Culture That ...
S2 Ep. 12: Bayanihan: An Evolving Filipino Culture
June 01, 2022 21:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MBBayanihan spirit is a value and reflection of how we Filipinos behave around each other. When there are calamities, we lend a helping hand and the best of what we can offer. We are known to put the welfare of others before ours and stand united through times of adversity. In this episode, we talked about bayanihan on a global scale and how self-centeredness can threaten our long tradition of helping others. Reference & article title mentioned in this episode: Bayanihan: The Culture That ...
S2 Ep. 11: Here’s What You Need to Know Before Going to Dubai
May 25, 2022 21:00 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBHow well do you know Dubai? To many people, it's a country that you only layover in. But if you ever decide to stay and live there, chances are traveling or working there brings its own sets of challenges. This episode aims to show what it's like living or traveling in Dubai; and what rules you should follow to avoid getting into trouble. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating o...
Season 2 Episode 11: Here’s What You Need to Know Before Going to Dubai
May 25, 2022 21:00 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBHow well do you know Dubai? To many people, it's a country that you only layover in. But if you ever decide to stay and live there, chances are traveling or working there brings its own sets of challenges. This episode aims to show what it's like living or traveling in Dubai; and what rules you should follow to avoid getting into trouble. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating o...
Season 2 Episode 10: What We Miss Most in the Philippines
May 18, 2022 21:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBFor Filipinos who grew up in the Philippines, aside from family and food, there are many little things you know you will always be homesick for. You never really appreciate these things until you move overseas and miss them every day. It is easy to take things for granted. We know this feeling so well. Join us in this episode as we share the simple pleasures we miss back home. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episod...
S2 Ep. 10: What We Miss Most in the Philippines
May 18, 2022 21:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBFor Filipinos who grew up in the Philippines, aside from family and food, there are many little things you know you will always be homesick for. You never really appreciate these things until you move overseas and miss them every day. It is easy to take things for granted. We know this feeling so well. Join us in this episode as we share the simple pleasures we miss back home. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episod...
S2 Ep. 9: My Experience Living in Cambodia with Rye Gutierrez
May 11, 2022 21:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBTaralets Talk interviews Rye Gutierrez, a very grounded Filipino immigrant who's been exposed to different cultures and lived in different countries. Despite being in many places and his long list of accomplishments, Rye stayed humble and loyal to his culture. In this episode, Rye shared his experience living in Cambodia—the good and bad things he experienced there. He also advised young Filipinos struggling or trying to get ahead in their career. Episode highlights: Reasons why he and...
Season 2 Episode 9: My Experience Living in Cambodia with Rye Gutierrez
May 11, 2022 21:00 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBTaralets Talk interviews Rye Gutierrez, a very grounded Filipino immigrant who's been exposed to different cultures and lived in different countries. Despite being in many places and his long list of accomplishments, Rye stayed humble and loyal to his culture. In this episode, Rye shared his experience living in Cambodia—the good and bad things he experienced there. He also advised young Filipinos struggling or trying to get ahead in their career. Episode highlights: Reasons why he and...
S2 Ep. 8: Things We Like Most About USA and Dubai
May 04, 2022 21:00 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBMoving to a new country is more than just taking in the sights and sounds with wide-eyed wonder. It's about observing your new environment from all angles and getting to know the people and the culture. In this episode, we shared our first hand experience living in the USA and Dubai, discussing things we appreciate in the countries we now call home. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love ...
Season 2 Episode 8: Things We Like Most About USA and Dubai
May 04, 2022 21:00 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBMoving to a new country is more than just taking in the sights and sounds with wide-eyed wonder. It's about observing your new environment from all angles and getting to know the people and the culture. In this episode, we shared our first hand experience living in the USA and Dubai, discussing things we appreciate in the countries we now call home. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love ...
Season 2 Episode 7: How to Be Happy as a New Pinoy Expat
April 27, 2022 21:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBLoneliness. It's universal—no matter where you are from or who you are. In this week's episode of Taralets Talk podcast, we talked about the problems expatriates may face: from feeling homesick and isolated to facing difficulty understanding the society around them. Episode highlights: Reasons why a person wants to move Barriers that keep ex-pats happy Personal experiences of cultural differences Helpful tips to help ex-pats be happier Feature Quote: “It is not the most intelle...
S2 Ep. 7: How to Be Happy as a New Pinoy Expat
April 27, 2022 21:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBLoneliness. It's universal—no matter where you are from or who you are. In this week's episode of Taralets Talk podcast, we talked about the problems expatriates may face: from feeling homesick and isolated to facing difficulty understanding the society around them. Episode highlights: Reasons why a person wants to move Barriers that keep ex-pats happy Personal experiences of cultural differences Helpful tips to help ex-pats be happier Feature Quote: “It is not the most intelle...
S2 Ep. 6: How to Adjust Your Expectations When Migrating (and What Our Experiences Taught Us)
April 20, 2022 21:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBMigration can be both exciting and stressful. Sure, there's a lot you need to figure out when you're relocating: from getting your visa, finding a place to live, or figuring out how much of your stuff you want to bring with you. But for most people, the biggest challenge of moving abroad isn't any of those things. It's feeling happy in their new environment. Listen to today's episode—set yourself up for success, and increase your chances of happiness in a new country. Reference Material...
Season 2 Episode 6: How to Adjust Your Expectations When Migrating (and What Our Experiences Taught Us)
April 20, 2022 21:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBMigration can be both exciting and stressful. Sure, there's a lot you need to figure out when you're relocating: from getting your visa, finding a place to live, or figuring out how much of your stuff you want to bring with you. But for most people, the biggest challenge of moving abroad isn't any of those things. It's feeling happy in their new environment. Listen to today's episode—set yourself up for success, and increase your chances of happiness in a new country. Reference Material...
S2 Ep. 5: A Reflection of a Filipino Immigrant Teacher with Melojeane Carillo Zawilinski
April 13, 2022 21:00 - 44 minutes - 61 MBTeaching in the United States presents unique challenges to Asian immigrant educators. These challenges find reverberation in the classroom, where Asian culture tends to hold teachers in much higher regard and are well respected than in other parts of the world. However, not only do immigrant teachers have to adapt to a new culture but also to regulations that govern a country's education system. In today's episode, we talked with Mrs. Zawilinski about the challenges foreign-born teachers l...
Season 2 Episode 5: A Reflection of a Filipino Immigrant Teacher with Melojeane Carillo Zawilinski
April 13, 2022 21:00 - 44 minutes - 61 MBTeaching in the United States presents unique challenges to Asian immigrant educators. These challenges find reverberation in the classroom, where Asian culture tends to hold teachers in much higher regard and are well respected than in other parts of the world. However, not only do immigrant teachers have to adapt to a new culture but also to regulations that govern a country's education system. In today's episode, we talked with Mrs. Zawilinski about the challenges foreign-born teachers l...
Season 2 Episode 4: The Two Sides of "Utang na Loob"
April 06, 2022 21:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBUtang na loob is a Filipino term that describes the feeling of indebtedness. It gives the recipient an unspoken responsibility to remember the favor. Listen to this latest episode as the hosts shared their different points of view and issues of this deep-rooted Filipino trait called utang na loob. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify....
S2 Ep. 4: The Two Sides of "Utang na Loob"
April 06, 2022 21:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBUtang na loob is a Filipino term that describes the feeling of indebtedness. It gives the recipient an unspoken responsibility to remember the favor. Listen to this latest episode as the hosts shared their different points of view and issues of this deep-rooted Filipino trait called utang na loob. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify....
S2 Ep. 3: Depicting Different Types of Balikbayans
March 30, 2022 21:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBThere are different types of immigrants in the U.S. In this episode, the hosts discussed what they are and how Bel became a permanent resident. They also poked fun at each one by tackling different "Balikbayan" (Filipino immigrant) traits—which can either be annoying or inspiring to their families and friends. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTune...
Season 2 Episode 3: Depicting Different Types of Balikbayans
March 30, 2022 21:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBThere are different types of immigrants in the U.S. In this episode, the hosts discussed what they are and how Bel became a permanent resident. They also poked fun at each one by tackling different "Balikbayan" (Filipino immigrant) traits—which can either be annoying or inspiring to their families and friends. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTune...
Season 2 Episode 2: A Look Inside a Filipino Migrant Mother’s Heart with Jam Tapia
March 23, 2022 21:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBParent(s) who move abroad for greener pastures is not uncommon to Filipino families. But do we truly understand their drive for success, their sacrifices, and their longing? Jam is a mother of two and an admirable person to interview. In this episode, she shared how much it meant to her to be closer to her daughter. Her loving and genuine personality comes out throughout the episode as she shared words of wisdom for anyone struggling with showing affection and discussed her dream of her fam...
S2 Ep. 2: A Look Inside a Filipino Migrant Mother’s Heart with Jam Tapia
March 23, 2022 21:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBParent(s) who move abroad for greener pastures is not uncommon to Filipino families. But do we truly understand their drive for success, their sacrifices, and their longing? Jam is a mother of two and an admirable person to interview. In this episode, she shared how much it meant to her to be closer to her daughter. Her loving and genuine personality comes out throughout the episode as she shared words of wisdom for anyone struggling with showing affection and discussed her dream of her fam...
Season 2 Episode 1: Filipino Resilience: Ang Buhay Ay Weather Weather Lang
March 16, 2022 21:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBResilience - the word has been thrown time again to describe Filipinos when faced with the strongest typhoons. Join Bel, Lennette, and Mark as they talk about how you can overcome these challenges - by sharing personal stories of struggles and triumphs. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | ...
S2 Ep. 1: Filipino Resilience: Ang Buhay Ay Weather Weather Lang
March 16, 2022 21:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBResilience - the word has been thrown time again to describe Filipinos when faced with the strongest typhoons. Join Bel, Lennette, and Mark as they talk about how you can overcome these challenges - by sharing personal stories of struggles and triumphs. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | ...
Season 1 Episode 14: Dear New Year's Resolutioner: This Is Why We Are Saying "Nah"
December 29, 2021 22:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBWe all know that it is the time of year again, where some of us make our resolutions for next year. And while most people can stick with them - many find themselves falling off track by January or February when things get tough, and they cannot keep up anymore because life always seems so much more challenging than we realized in December! But don’t worry; in this episode, we will share what we learned to be more successful in achieving our goals. Reference Mentioned: Tony Robbins: WHY...
S1 Ep. 14: Dear New Year's "Resolutioner": This Is Why We Are Saying "Nah"
December 29, 2021 22:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBWe all know that it is the time of year again, where some of us make our resolutions for next year. And while most people can stick with them - many find themselves falling off track by January or February when things get tough, and they cannot keep up anymore because life always seems so much more challenging than we realized in December! But don’t worry; in this episode, we will share what we learned to be more successful in achieving our goals. Reference Mentioned: Tony Robbins: WHY...
Episode 14: Dear New Year's Resolutioner: This Is Why We Are Saying "Nah"
December 29, 2021 22:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBWe all know that it is the time of year again, where some of us make our resolutions for next year. And while most people can stick with them - many find themselves falling off track by January or February when things get tough, and they cannot keep up anymore because life always seems so much more challenging than we realized in December! But don’t worry; in this episode, we will share what we learned to be more successful in achieving our goals. Reference Mentioned: Tony Robbins: WHY...
Season 1 Episode 13: Christmas in the Philippines vs. Overseas (Filipino Immigrant Experiences)
December 08, 2021 22:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBWhat makes Christmas different in the Philippines? How do we celebrate Christmas when we're so far away from home? For Filipino immigrants, Christmas is when we feel more sad and homesick. It can be especially challenging to feel like we're part of the celebrations back home. But even though we're away from our families and loved ones, we still create our own little Christmas traditions that make us feel close to home. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: hello@...
S1 Ep. 13: Christmas in the Philippines vs. Overseas (Filipino Immigrant Experiences)
December 08, 2021 22:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBWhat makes Christmas different in the Philippines? How do we celebrate Christmas when we're so far away from home? For Filipino immigrants, Christmas is when we feel more sad and homesick. It can be especially challenging to feel like we're part of the celebrations back home. But even though we're away from our families and loved ones, we still create our own little Christmas traditions that make us feel close to home. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: tarale...
Episode 13: Christmas in the Philippines vs. Overseas (Filipino Immigrant Experiences)
December 08, 2021 22:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBWhat makes Christmas different in the Philippines? How do we celebrate Christmas when we're so far away from home? For Filipino immigrants, Christmas is when we feel more sad and homesick. It can be especially challenging to feel like we're part of the celebrations back home. But even though we're away from our families and loved ones, we still create our own little Christmas traditions that make us feel close to home. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star ratin...
S1 Ep. 12: The Prejudice Against Filipinas Dating Foreign Men
December 01, 2021 22:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBFilipinos, it's time to break the mold! In this episode, we're going to talk about all things love and relationships. We will go beyond the stereotypes and debunk misconceptions about Filipinas who marry or date men of different racial backgrounds. Lennette and Bel will share their firsthand experiences and thoughts on what it's like to date outside of their culture. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected] If you enjoyed this episode,...