What is Assertiveness? And what is its connection to Mental Health?  

In this episode, learn from I/O Psychologist Dr. Abby Hamilton as she provides background on the I/O practice and the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace. 

In addition, learn about how she relates assertiveness with Filipino culture: why do some Filipinos (both in the Philippines and in the US) lack assertiveness and how is it impacting their personal and professional lives?  There's a lot of useful insights here for both Filipinos and non-Filipinos alike, especially if you are interested in understanding our culture.

In celebration of International Nurses Day held on May 6th, I am featuring two wonderful Filipina nurses to honor their work as a front liner and their commitment to healthcare. 

This is part of my HEALTH & WELLNESS PODCAST series, and in this episode, you'll hear more about their stories and experiences both in the Philippines and in the US.

Guests:

• Elena Gray, ICU Nurse from Maryland. Elena is also an Artist/Photographer/Musician and the Founder of Gray Gal Studios.
• Shane Jimenez, ER Nurse from New Jersey. Shane is also a mom, and an E-commerce Shopify coach.

Honoring Filipino/Filipinx creatives who are making waves in Hollywood -- 4th  part of series.

Special guests:

Alfretz Costelo, Actor & Content Creator. Alfretz studied at the New York Film Academy, The Living Theatre, and The Acting Studio. He has created several content for Instagram TV series, has appeared on a short film called Exodus.

Francis Mabborang, NYC based Filipino artist and creative. Francis is an NYC-based Filipino international multi-hyphenate artist and creative. He has a musical theater background, has trained under the American Musical and Dramatic Academy conservatory program, and has worked on many many theater productions. He is currently creative director and talent manager for LIVIT – a streaming platform which aims to showcase entertainers, performers, influencers and other creatives.

Charles Gray, Writer/Director/Content Creator. Charles is the director of digital content at Character Media and has directed several short films, documentaries, and many other projects that help amplify Asian American voices.

Honoring Filipino/Filipinx creatives who are making waves in Hollywood -- 3rd  part of series.

Special guests:

Matt Groove, actor and stunt performer. He started with a background in Hip Hop dance and is trained in Kung Fu (Wushu) and Filipino martial arts (Kali). He is known for his work on Penny Dreadful: City of Angels, CBS' SEAL Team, and MTV's America's Best Dance Crew Season 7.

Marie Tredway, SAG AFTRA Actor/Performer. Theater Director, Art Activist. Marie is known for her role as Nurse Trini on NBC’s Chicago Med.

Honoring Filipino/Filipinx creatives who are making waves in Hollywood -- 2nd part of series.

Special guests:

Ben Bulatao ACE, Five-time Emmy nominated TV Editor. Most recent credits include Deadliest Catch on Discovery Channel, Jay Leno’s Garage, Storage Wars, and many more.

AJ Calomay, Producer & Editor @LumpiaMovie. Most recent credits include Hunters (Amazon), Mr. Robot, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, Covert Affairs, and many others.

Honoring Filipino/Filipinx creatives who are making waves in Hollywood -- 1st part of series.

Special guests:

Marissa Carpio, SAG-AFTRA Actor & Storyteller, most recently has appeared as Mrs. Patoc on the Netflix movie THE SLEEPOVER with Ken Marino & Malin Akerman. She will be seen next on the upcoming Netflix film DON’T LOOK UP with Meryl Streep, Leonardo Dicaprio & Jonah Hill.

Enrico Banson, Award-winning Film Director & Screenwriter. Founder of Lumos Films whose goal is to shine a light on storytellers from underrepresented communities.

A conversation about beauty, beauty pageants and Filipinism.

Special guests:

Regina Santos, Founder & CEO of DYOSX, a start-up beauty brand focused on promoting beauty with a purpose.

Princess Ryan, former actress and the creator of Maganda Forever, a community organization whose mission is to help others find love, strength, and inner light.

Sensitivity & Trigger Warning.

Listen to us as we talk about our High School and College experiences in the Philippines, as well as how American and Philippine Pop Culture (including movies, music, TV shows, fashion) has helped shape our interests and identities.

Special Guest: Jocy Walla

Stories about immigrating to the US, discovery of "The" Walmart, understanding perspectives between first-gens and 2nd/3rd-gens Filipino-Americans.
Additional themes covered in this episode: racial identity, language, the culture of whiteness and using whitening creams, festivals, and many others.