IKK Podcast

At some point in our lives, we’ve all been a baklang martyr. We loved too hard, got hurt, healed, and—yes—did it all over again. As we ease into Pride Month, we open up about the times we fell for the wrong people… and how sometimes, it’s within our own community that we feel the deepest cuts.

🎙 Directed by Wel Lunday & Gerald Garma

🎧 Edited by Vain Pescador

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This is not a political analysis.

Ito ay reaksyon lang ng mga ordinaryong bading na ang hanap lang ay maayos at malinis na liderato. Join us as we share our voting experiences and thoughts on Halalan 2025.

Our face-to-face video podcast is still a work-in-progress! Some parts of this episode may have less-than-ideal audio due to technical issues we didn’t catch during recording.

Wag niyo muna kami sukuan—promise, we’ll do better.

Directed by Gerald Garma & Wel Lunday

In this very first face-to-face episode, we reflect on the childhood activities we missed in the pre-tech era—like playing outside, using our imaginations, and just being kids—while also confronting the toxic parenting we experienced, like flogging and other trauma. We dive into how our generation is breaking those cycles for the next generation, offering them a healthier balance of connection, healing, and maybe a little less screen time. Because we turned out fine... but did we?

Director: Gerald Garma

Assistant Director: Wel Lunday

Editor: Vain Pescador

Sometimes, the fight doesn’t stop—it just takes a different shape. In this episode, we talk to Joma Ragragio, who found themselves needing to step back from the frontlines but never truly left the movement. From shifting environments to navigating new ways to advocate, they share their journey of staying connected to their cause.

We talk about ways they’ve stayed involved, and how their past and present work continue to intertwine. Whether you’re in the fight, stepping back, or finding new ways to make an impact, tune in for a conversation about resilience, adaptation, and never really leaving the cause behind.

This episode is powered by VOICE by LoveYourself

Being a doctor is a full-time commitment—but what happens when that passion for healing goes beyond the clinic? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Lou Noblefranca, a dedicated sexual and transgender health physician at LoveYourself, who’s not just treating patients but also making a difference as an HIV counselor.

From breaking down stigma to empowering communities, Dr. Lou shares what inspired him to take on this dual role, how counseling has reshaped his medical practice, and the life-changing conversations happening behind closed doors. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on advocacy, healthcare, and what it truly means to care.

This is episode is powered by VOICE by LoveYourself.

Do we need blood ties or legal papers to call someone family? In this Carfun Quickie episode, we dive into the differences between the family we’re born into and the family we choose. Join us as we share personal stories, laughs, and insights about the people who shaped our lives—both by chance and by choice!

This episode is powered by Pinasahi & Timpla Tayo

Life’s a juggling act—so how do you keep your balance? 🎭 In our comeback episode, we’re diving deep into self-love and the never-ending struggle of balancing passion and work. We’re joined by fellow LoveYourself volunteers who are out here making things happen, sharing their best hacks to slay bothwhat you love andwhat pays the bills—plus, find out what’s in their ultimate starter pack for success! 💼💖 Tune in and let’s figure it out together.

This episode is powered byVOICE by LoveYourself.

To kick-off the Valentine season, we dive into the harmful rhetoric surrounding the declaration of only two genders, as pushed by political figures. We explore how this stance invalidates the existence of the trans community and the real-world harm it causes. But it’s not all doom and gloom—we’re here to spread love, power, and solidarity for trans rights. Join us as we fight back with love, amplify trans voices, and stand strong against hate. It’s time to stand up, speak out, and show that trans lives matter! 💖✨

ℹ️ Carfun Quickie is a podcast within IKK Podcast hosted by Dr. Lou Noblefranca and Ryel Hagoriles. Unlike our regular episodes, Carfun Quickie episodes are unplanned, uncut on-the-road conversations. This series also serves as a breather while we prepare for a new episode or the next season.

Long-time couple and LoveYourself volunteers, Emman and Brey, share their love story and their routine to keep the fire burning for both their love and advocacy.