MAD Talks Podcast

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How does one face their fears? Why not try volunteering?!

In this episode, Small J and Lady J engaged with a good conversation with Kuya Christian, a volunteer who seemed so fearful in the beginning, but eventually mustered the courage to serve and make a difference, thanks to I am MAD.

Have a listen as he relives the MADgical experience of MAD camps and activities, in which, in his own words, he described as an opportunity where everyone has an equal opportunity to lead — all you need is your heart.

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How important is it to tackle Mental Health nowadays? Mustering the courage to share her personal experiences and challenges, Ate Nikki shared the value that an organization (and a family!) like I am MAD can bring light to individuals who are going through challenging times.

Being super prepared and passionate about what she'd like to share, she left our hosts Lord Jay and especially Big Jay dumbfounded - something that doesn't happen often!

Listen to this episode and be enlightened on why mental health matters — and how volunteerism can help with your mental health.

Below is a list of resources and contact details should you need mental health support in the PH:

* bit.ly/FreeOnlinePsychServicesPH

* tinyurl.com/CMHSuicidePrevention

* mentalhealthph.org/Services

* ncmh-is.com/directory

* in-touch.org

* silakbo.ph/help

* Free for Landline Users: 1553

* NCMH Crisis Hotline: 0917 899 USAP (8727) or 7 989 USAP (8727)

* Free & anonymous 24/7 Crisis Line by In Touch: 8893 7603, 0917 800 1123, or 0922 893 8944

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How important is it to tackle Mental Health nowadays? Mustering the courage to share her personal experiences and challenges, Ate Nikki shared the value that an organization (and a family!) like I am MAD can bring light to individuals who are going through challenging times.

Being super prepared and passionate about what she'd like to share, she left our hosts Lord Jay and especially Big Jay dumbfounded - something that doesn't happen often!

Listen to this episode and be enlightened on why mental health matters — and how volunteerism can help with your mental health.

Below is a list of resources and contact details should you need mental health support in the PH:

* bit.ly/FreeOnlinePsychServicesPH

* tinyurl.com/CMHSuicidePrevention

* mentalhealthph.org/Services

* ncmh-is.com/directory

* in-touch.org

* silakbo.ph/help

* Free for Landline Users: 1553

* NCMH Crisis Hotline: 0917 899 USAP (8727) or 7 989 USAP (8727)

* Free & anonymous 24/7 Crisis Line by In Touch: 8893 7603, 0917 800 1123, or 0922 893 8944

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In this episode, we join the rest of the world in celebrating Pride Month. In I am MAD, we are proud to say the we are inclusivity and we value diversity as ever. Facilitated by our three resident podcasters (that's right, not just two!) Small J, Lord Jay and Lady J, we explored the value of inclusiveness and diversity amongst our volunteers and beneficiaries, with mighty proud Kuya Vonn. He sends a very important message to all our listeners, and that is, as long as you have the heart and the passion to serve others, you belong with us. "You're welcome here, you can join anytime, you can volunteer anytime!"

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In this episode, we join the rest of the world in celebrating Pride Month. In I am MAD, we are proud to say the we are inclusive and we value diversity as ever.

Facilitated by our three resident podcasters (that's right, not just two!) Small J, Lord Jay and Lady J, we explored the value of inclusivity and diversity amongst our volunteers and beneficiaries, with mighty proud Kuya Vonn.

He sends a very important message to all our listeners, and that is, as long as you have the heart and the passion to serve others, you belong with us. "You're welcome here, you can join anytime, you can volunteer anytime!"

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I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Armed with this well known mantra, our guest for this episode, Kuya Jap, has taken a major leap of faith by deciding to work and be based in another country.

Joining us all the way from Japan (Ohayou!), he considers MAD as his second family; referring to people in MAD as major influencers for him to believe in himself, take risks and be stronger in making life decisions. Listen as Big Jay and Small J share stories with Kuya Jap, our engineer (or engiFAR?!) from Japan!

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I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Armed with this well known mantra, our guest for this episode, Kuya Jap, has taken a major leap of faith by deciding to work and be based in another country.

Joining us all the way from Japan (Ohayou!), he considers MAD as his second family; referring to people in MAD as major influencers for him to believe in himself, take risks and be stronger in making life decisions. Listen as Big Jay and Small J share stories with Kuya Jap, our engineer (or engiFAR?!) from Japan!

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The Family that Serves Together, Stays Together!

This is a proven statement by the Butad sisters (or shall we say, family?) of I am MAD. Having their strong faith as their core, it was never difficult for them to extend themselves and share their blessings to others through acts of service.

And I am MAD has been fortunate to have them as passionate volunteers, so passionate that they even brought their whole family in one MAD camp (How awesome is that?!). Know more about their stories as the power duo of Big Jay and Lord Jay engage with them in this fun-tastic episode!

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The Family that Serves Together, Stays Together!

This is a proven statement by the Butad sisters (or shall we say, family?) of I am MAD. Having their strong faith as their core, it was never difficult for them to extend themselves and share their blessings to others through acts of service.

And I am MAD has been fortunate to have them as passionate volunteers, so passionate that they even brought their whole family in one MAD camp (How awesome is that?!). Know more about their stories as the power duo of Big Jay and Lord Jay engage with them in this fun-tastic episode!

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How hard is it to feel good and do good in our world nowadays? As it turns out, it isn't that difficult! In this episode, BigJay and LordJay dig deeper into "Feeling Good and Doing Good" with ever graceful Kuya Jake, a respected teacher who is known for his humor and diva-ish quirks.

Starting as a MAD Builder (with BigJay) of I am MAD Naga in 2015, Kuya Jake has really come a long way and helped the organization in may ways possible. Curious about why some kids in one camp were too shy to interact with him (Hint: It has something to do with his fair skin)? Find out about this and more by listening to this episode!