The Adobo Collection Podcast

On this episode, we are blessed with an excessive and awesome display of friendship. One of our host, Mary, invited her best friend to join us for EP 22. Trishabel Cabico, a self-confessed coffee addict, photographer, communication student and a certified Baguio pips, is keen to share her experiences on the local coffee spots here in Baguio and Benguet. She tells us what are her standards in choosing a hang out place, properly considering that she's still a student. One that surprised us was her "Omakase" counter-part-like experience of a waiter/barista in one of her top choice coffee shop.  Check out what happened and tell us what you think about this conversation by sending us a message or posting a comment on our Facebook Page: facebook.com/theadobocollectionpodcast

Spots mentioned on this episode are:

TSOKOLATERIA BAGUIO

UNDER THE TREE BOOK CAFE

VINTAGE CAFE

THE FLOWER CAFE

ARCA'S YARD

BEAN'S TALK BISTRO

HATCH COFEE BAGUIO

It's been two months since our last episode. We were dried out, exhausted, busy of our personal schedules and unproductive as a team. We hate to admit it, but it's part of a creative journey to stumble upon days like these. It is part of the enigmatic vortex sucking down ideas from our productivity soul. The important thing is that we are back and recharged. Part of our recuperating regimen was to munch on some of the amazing food that is sprouting nowadays. It's as if a culinary explosion happened while the world is suffering from this pandemic. It's as if the restaurateur god suddenly broke loose and sprinkled encouragement to all chefs, making them open up places for people to be cured of the psychological toll that this pandemic has imparted to us. 

Today's episode is the pilot for our "Food Stop Series." Our 21st episode is something special since we have a local creator Rachel, who manages her page "Chubby Shell Dyornal." She reviews, makes videos, streams and writes content that focuses on local hangout spots in Baguio City. 

We talked about new and old places, spots where some not aware of, our comfort places that offer us some food blanket when we are hungry of nourishment. Some of the places mentioned here are: Cafe' Sabel in Ben Cab Museum, 2D Cafe', Cafe Moto, Oishi Ramen Bai Baguio, American Rib House, Craft Burgers by BrrGrr, White Canvass, Le' Blume and Yolk Korean Egg Sandwiches.

Please enjoy this episode. 

It all started with nightmares, sweats and catching of breath which progressed to anger and dependency to alcohol. All of which we see in people suffering from PTSD. What may have caused this symptoms to Emcy has been kept deep inside of her for years. Listen to her story and understand her advocacy. For people out there who are in similar situation, we hope that you'll find strength not necessarily to speak up but to realize that you are not alone in this fight. 

Disclaimer: Some of the names and details of individuals in this episode were removed or bleeped to protect their identity and maintain their privacy. There are also some parts of this episode that might trigger or harbor some strong emotions. If you feel that you are not capable to handle such, please feel free to skip or stop playing this episode.  

Listen to this simple conversation with The Adobo Collection's Marco and Steffie, where they talk about the current books that they're reading, what is their reaction to The Social Dilemma and what do they prefer when reading books (Kindle or Paperback)? A laidback topic to keep us calm amidst the chaos brought up by this pandemic.

We have not posted anything for three weeks and this is an episode that brought us back to the cycle of creativity. It reminded us of what our purpose is and what we really love doing. Books play a major role in our lives and it molded us to what we are now. Our ate Coleen helped us realize how these information coded on pieces of paper affected our personality. 

There's a myth as shown in the Bee Movie that states: there's no way that bumblebees should be able to fly. It's wings are too small to get its fat little body off the ground. The bee, of course, flies anyways. Because bees don't care what humans think is impossible. This is definitely not a fact but it's good to see it as a motivation for us to do more of what we are capable of, to exceed our limits and to think that we can be the best of who we are. The idea of humans reaching the ceiling of possibilities is non-existent.

Listen to our Ate Coleen talk about how powerful human will is. 

March is National Women's Month and we spent time with Jade P. Leung from Young Women Initiatives and Pagkakaisa ng Kababaihan para sa Kalayaan to share insights on topics such as: the struggles of many Filipinas in the modern times, methods to combat VAWC cases, the dissent of many against Duterte's sexist remarks, gender-related discrimination, and the positive effects of Feminism. 

This close to 2-hour episode gives you a picture of a 21st century woman and her fight to achieve a glorifying-stature of empowerment. We encourage you to listen and be part of You Win's and Kaisa Ka's programs and advocacies. 

Joneiley Borromeo was 15 when she got pregnant of her first daughter. Listen on how she describes her struggles of a difficult but fruitful journey as a teenage mom. 

Let this story take you to a dimension where most of us fail to understand. This is what this episode encourages, especially for March is considered the National Women's Month in the Philippines. We want to empower our teenage mothers who are being looked down and judged by some fraction of this society. Joneiley is a perfect example of a woman who stood up and proved to everyone that the term "teenage mom" is synonymous to "strength." 

Coleen believes on on John Maxwell's take on success- being able to find your key strengths. Listen to her explain more on this as well as answer the question "How does success look like?" Let this inspiring pilot for our mini-segment be a guiding light for your journey through growth. 

This is Adobo Talks, a mini-segment under The Adobo Collection Podcast: which aims in connecting an individual to the society. No questions, no hosts, just pure idea. 

We have been producing material for almost four months now and we are very thankful of the overwhelming support that we are receiving from everyone. This podcast has served as a therapy for all of us during these times of pandemic, that it makes every episode so exciting to create and publish. 

We do understand that most of our episodes are almost an hour or two in length and not everyone has the luxury of time to listen in our discussions, this made us create the Adobo Talks. Adobo Talks is a mini-podcast series under The Adobo Collection Podcast that aims to provide voice to individuals who want to share about anything, any topic that resonates to them. We are hoping to find people who want to inspire, motivate and educate others of whatever cause or advocacy they have. This is what the world needs and we have to do it now for time and energy will never be limitless. 

The Adobo Talks produces episode every week or as often as possible. It will showcase speakers who will share their ideas for 5 to 20 minutes, no questions, no hosts and no limits on what the presenters want to say. Its primary aim is to help people connect their ideas to the society and initiate freedom of sharing. 

If you want to be part of this project, share your opinion and be a speaker, please send us a message on Facebook or email us on the following email addresses: [email protected] or [email protected]