In this episode, Carmina and Patch begin by exploring the Eid al-Fitr Festival but unexpectedly went on an emotional rollercoaster while discussing the history of Islam in the Philippines and the long struggle of our brothers and sisters in Mindanao. 

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For additional reading: History of Muslims in the Philippines, The Islam Religion In The Philippines (expertscolumn.com), Muslim Mindanao Dances, The Muslim Filipinos: Their History, Society and Contemporary Problems, and The Moro War: How America Battled a Muslim Insurgency in the Philippine Jungle.  

View these to learn more: What's It Like Being A Muslim In The Philippines?, The Lumad’s Story, Is the Philippines kind to Muslims?, The Story of the Filipino: Bangsamoro, The Bangsamoro Opportunity (Full Documentary), Rethinking Filipino Food by Going to Muslim Mindanao | Fork the System, Mindanao Mosaic - The Bayanihan Philippine National Folk Dance Company, and Filipino Muslims Celebrate Eid al-Fitr. 

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Carmina and Patch delve into their collective recollection of Holy Week customs and process their childhood traumas. In doing so, they discover a new understanding for this aspect of Philippine culture. Patch is feigned horrified by Carmina’s “betrayal” in an unexpected twist.

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For additional reading: What is Holy Week, This Visayas Town Once Reviled Judas Iscariot By Setting His Dick on Fire, Palm Sunday’s Palaspas, Overview: Holy Week traditions in the Philippines, Every year a Filipino man marks Good Friday with an actual crucifixion, and Liberation Theology in the Philippines: Faith in a Revolution. 

To see the carroza discussed in this episode, go to timestamp 3:47: Miyerkules Santo procecion Balayan Batangas 2019.

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Carmina and Patch test their (rusty) knowledge about the history of the Philippine presidency. They also discuss how Patch’s guilt trip shaped this episode, the importance of selecting the right leader, and what each of us can do to ensure that everyone is armed with knowledge and insights about who should lead the Philippines into the future.  SPOILER ALERT: you’ll be tickled pink about their pick!

UPDATE: Head to Episode 14, recorded on May 8 & 9, for the outcome of the elections. 

Click here for a full replay of Comelec's PiliPinas presidential candidate debate and click here for clips.

Click here to view The Kingmaker  for free on YouTube.

Click here to view A Thousand Cuts  for free, courtesy of @PBS.

Click here to learn more about A Rustling of Leaves: Inside the Philippine Revolution.

Go to Tsek.ph for your fact-checking needs related to the 2022 Philippines elections.

Go to ph.rappler.com by @rappler for a one-stop landing page for candidates' track records, experts' opinions, and the latest news.

For additional reading: Philippine Elections 101: What is at Stake?, @mightymagulang Today in History-Martial Law, Philippine Politics and Society in the Twentieth Century, Gobyernong Tapat: A look at Robredo’s platform and the people around her, and ‘Vote for good governance, not personalities,’ Fil-Ams urge.

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Carmina and Patch share their discoveries in their search for pre-Hispanic Manila and its storied past. Learn about some surprising facts about the impact to Filipinos and the Filipinos’ impact to the world because of the Galleon Trade.  

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For additional reading: Looking for the Prehispanic Filipino and Other Essays in Philippine History, A History of the Philippines: From Indios Bravos to Filipinos, The Link That Kept the Philippines Spanish: Mexican Merchant Interests and the Manila Trade, 1571-1815, Flaunting It: How the Galleon Trade Made Manila, circa 1571 - 1800, SYNERGY: From Manila to Acapulco, and In Our Image: America’s Empire in the Philippines.

Go to Manila Tourism for information on travel to Manila and It's More Fun in the Philippines for information on travel elsewhere in the Philippines.

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Carmina and Patch embark on a business trip to learn more about just a few of the many inspiring Filipino entrepreneurs making waves in the global market. Join their exploration of these individuals’ journeys to success! 

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For additional reading:  Where in the world is Dado Banatao? | Philstar.com, Loida Nicolas Lewis, Loida Lewis, Fil-Am lawyer, business icon, philanthropist, human rights advocate, Furne One – Everything Cebu, Who Is Fashion Designer Michael Cinco, Josie Natori - Forbes, Monique Lhuillier | Fashion Designer Biography (famousfashiondesigners.org), Memories of Philippine Kitchens, 25 years after: Amy Besa & Romy Dorotan on the pains and glory of being New York restaurateurs, Dale Talde, Chef Alvin Cailan, and Auro Chocolate.

View these to learn more: Dado Banatao: Success Story of Filipino inventor and tech innovator, A Farmer’s Son, Sheila Lirio Marcelo, Founder & CEO of Care.com | MAKERS, and The Burger Show.  

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In this episode, Carmina and Patch talk about the popular Chinese New Year traditions that many Filipinos await with much anticipation. They also explore the complex role of the Chinese in Philippine history and their deep influence in our culture. 

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For additional reading: World's Oldest Chinatown, Hokkien Loan Words in Tagalog, Top 10 Chinese Surnames in the Philippines, The Chinese Cultural Influence on Filipino Cuisine, 8 Things You Should Know About The Lucky Red Envelope, The Chinese Mestizo in Philippine History, The Massacre of 1603 Chinese Perception of the Spanish in the Philippines, The Chinese Mestizos and the Formation of the Filipino Nationality, and Ma Mon Luk.

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This episode delves into the origins of Filipino names and surnames. Patch, whose full nickname is Patchot (or so we thought), drops a bomb that Carmina has been mispronouncing her name for decades! They also  also have a lively discussion about the Filipinos’ penchant for unique names and nicknames.

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For additional reading: How Filipinos Were Forced to Change Their Names, The Catalogo, Narciso Claveria, and Thoughts on Filipino Surnames, Find Your Family Name in This Catalog of Historical Surnames From the Spanish Colonial Era, The Philippines, A Global Studies Handbook, Why Filipino names are quirky, expressive and rich with culture and history, Bong-Bong and Spaghetti '88: Why Filipinos choose such unique child names, and Exploring the Filipino Psyche Day 22: “Names.”

View this to learn more: Rated K: Weirdest names you'll ever hear but real!


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In this episode, Carmina and Patch binge on Philippine liquor history, customs, and trivia. Learn about local spirits such as “lambanog” and “tuba” and pick up a couple of tasty facts about “pulutan.” Listen in as Carmina surprises Patch with some delightful treats! 

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For additional reading: Tagayan Sa Quezon Province, From arack to alak: How our wines and spirits figured in key moments of our history, Practices And Values Of Lambanog Drinking Culture, Pulutan! Filipino Bar Bites, Appetizers and Street Eats, How Andrew Tan Made Emperador The World’s Number One Brandy, Balut: Fertilized Eggs and the Making of Culinary Capital in the Filipino Diaspora, History of the Philippines: From Indios Bravos to Filipinos, and Sisig: The Tragic History Behind Our Favorite Pulutan.

To learn more about the Itik Festival, watch Victoria, Laguna Itik Festival.

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Carmina and Patch discuss popular Filipino New Year’s Eve traditions that attract luck and prosperity for the upcoming year. Reminisce about the watusi and learn about the various "innovative" fireworks you can find only in the Philippines. 

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For additional reading:  13 Quirky Filipino New Year Traditions, 12 Filipino New Year’s Eve Traditions & Superstitions, In 1844, the Philippines Skipped a Day, And It Took Decades for the Rest of the World to Notice, The History of How Bulacan Became the Country's Fireworks Mecca, and Don’t Light Up.

View these to learn more: African Dance - Watusi Tribe and The Orlons - Wah Watusi.   

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Did you know that the Filipino Christmas season begins in September? Carmina and Patch explore amusing facts about the season during a Holiday Trip to the Christmas Capital of Asia.

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For additional reading: The First Nativity Scene Was Created in 1223,  Everything You Need To Know About The Catalan Caganer,  How The Dutch Edam Became A Christmas Tradition In The Philippines, Looking Back At The First Simbang Gabi In The Philippines, and  Battle Queso DeBola: Marca Pina or Marca Pato.

Learn more: Pope Francis celebrates Simbang-Gabi, Giant Lantern Festival and Belenismo sa Tarlac - Home | Facebook.  

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