A Palestinian family finds solace and hope in a small café in Cavite, as they rebuild their lives after fleeing Gaza. Al Bayt, meaning "home" in Arabic, serves more than just food; it serves as a reminder of resilience and the journey to find belonging in a new place. Listen to the heart-wrenching story of escape from war and their mission to share their culture with the world.

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Whether you sing for karaoke nights with family and friends or professionally, it isn’t complete without a “birit” song. In today’s episode we’ll be sharing an episode from the “Musikalikot” podcast where our friend Maisie Joven goes into a deep dive into why Filipinos just love to belt.

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Ever wonder why the Filipino equivalent of Mariah Carey’s “All I want” is Jose Mari Chan’s music? In today’s episode we’ll be going into why his music sounds just like Christmas to us with the help of our friend Maisie Joven over at the “Musikalikot” podcast.

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Ceej shares her delightful journey through Toronto. From the bustling St. Lawrence Market, with its rich history and irresistible cheese selections, to the charming local shops celebrating niche interests and how it all connects to Philippines history.

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From nearly acquiring a rare book to becoming a library member, Sab walks us through her fascinating experiences at the University of Leiden, blending personal anecdotes with intriguing historical insights about the Philippines and beyond.

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In this episode, Ceej reflects on the enchanting yet contrasting experiences of visiting Italy, from the bustling streets of Rome to the hidden charm of Perugia. Through stories of local artisans and the allure of authentic craftsmanship, she explores the deeper romance of travel and the potential for celebrating Filipino artisanship at home.

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Join Sab as she explores the intriguing links between Chinese porcelain, European trade, and the unique cultural exchanges that reveal extraordinary stories of history and globalization.

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Finally on her honeymoon and wandering the streets of New York City, Ceej writes to Sab about the history of Filipinos in America, and our connection to the tragic day that changed the world forever — 9/11.

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Sab takes us along for a day in Tongeren, Belgium — sharing her love for the little things, her favorite parts of being a historian, and how close Tongeren’s antique markets are to our own ukay-ukay.

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As Ceej writes to Sab about her favorite museum in Singapore, we realize just how similar we are to our neighboring Southeast Asian countries, and how shared histories make us feel closer to home — even if we’re thousands of miles away.

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