Bayanihan Circle's Podcast - Living and working in The Philippines

Listen to Nina as she joins Oli and Paul for today's podcast. Nina shares her passion for photography and how COVID has impacted online businesses (including hers) and where opportunities lie for those that are brave and committed enough to follow their dreams despite the pandemic.

Natalia joins the podcast to talk about her fund-raising experiences while living in The Philippines. Natalia shares her love for lechon and the struggle that her partner had when trying to find vegetarian meals!! A worthy listen for anyone who is surfer and is interested in knowing a little more about which islands to visit in The Philippines. 

Don't let the bubbly exterior fool you! Kris is a determined businesswoman who has found a cause in SmartCT that delivers hope for the future generations across the world. If you want to be inspired, listen to Kris. 

Shane is an ex-pat from the UK who has found a home in The Philippines. He is the coach of the Nomad ladies soccer team and is going amazing things to improve the ladies game at the grassroots level. Highly recommended listening for anyone involved in football.

Apart from being one of the funniest and down-to-earth guests that have been on the podcast, Jeff has a real drive and purpose in seeing businesses succeed in The Philippines. He is a devout supporter of the local economy, and speaks in glowing terms of his team here. A great listen, especially when Jeff and Oli exchange their football views!!

Ardy Abello is welcomed on the podcast by Oli and Paul as he shares his stories about The Philippines. Ardy recounts tales from his youth and provides insights on how he has driven change in his diverse businesses during COVID.

The wonderful Francis Kong joins Paul and Oli as they talk about Francis' early experiences as he grew up, his driving force in making him the person that he is today and what continues to keep him humble, honest and driven. A must-listen for anyone who is looking to find their passion, purpose and increase their productivity.

Saul joins Oli and Paul on today's podcast to share his experiences of living and working in The Philippines.

Saul is a Spanish ex-pat who moved out in 2014. Since then, Saul has started up a thriving online flower delivery service that has now expanded into Vietnam with even more South-East Asis Countries on the horizon in 2020.

Share Saul's journey from Lazada to his current situation and his passion in all things tech and flower related.  He sums up The Philippines in one sentence by saying "For me, The Philippines really means opportunities, great weather and a nice, comfortable life".

Mica joins Oli and Paul on today's podcast as she shares her love of music and how after a 13-hour stop-over she has now been in The Philippines for over 5 years.

Mica's passion for the local music scene can be heard on this podcast. Listen to how she tells her story of how she started here, found love and a family with her husband and her beautiful 2-year-old daughter.

A girl from Manchester who is making good In The Philippines, a worthwhile listen for anyone who has an interest in the local music sense.

Mica sums up The Philippines by simply saying "It is my home. We have been able to have as a family here, I have friends who are now family. I have been able to learn a lot about business and I have been able to grow as a DJ and producer"

"Spiders are a way of life"

-Dondi Carrillo

Tune in as Dondi shares the benefits of working and the advantages of living in the Philippines as a local. He also talks about his everyday challenges in outsourcing during the pandemic.

We then talk about Dondi’s love for spiders and his passion for cycling. He shares his top 3 amazing places to visit in the Philippines as well.