Zerothreetwo Conversations: Interviews with the Creative Class

I had a whole other podcast planned for today, but considering that we are at a weird/pivotal juncture in human history, it didn't feel right to publish the usual interview.

So in this episode, I found the closest COVID-19 non-expert I could find, my wife Stephanie Villarica. She's tasked with keeping our little household happy and healthy. She's much better at keeping up with current events than me, I asked her to carve out time from her very busy schedule to have a conversation about the Coronavirus.

Hope this episode was helpful.

Where to find Steph?

https://www.instagram.com/stepak/

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There are an infinite number of aspects to deal with when running a small business, proof that it is an art in itself. One of the most important aspects is dealing with people. Dealing with customers is one thing, but what about the people who work with you. How do you motivate them to do their best everyday? How do you have them share the same passion? How do you share your why with them?

This was my main takeaway when talking to Chime Bell Osabel, one of the partners of Diet in a Box - a meal subscription box that caters to about 500 customers daily. They've managed to do that because the people in the company share the same purpose. If you can get people in your company to buy into what you are doing or what you want to achieve, then managing becomes so much easier.

In this episode, we talked about the origins of Diet in a Box, on making mistakes, on instilling purpose to the people who work with you, and growing because of purpose.

Enjoy the episode!

SHOWNOTES

Room Eleven

Ahmed Durano

Frank Borces

Borj Go

Diet in a Box

Chef

Lalamove

Where can you find Chime?

https://www.facebook.com/dietinaboxcebu/

https://www.facebook.com/mindsonwheels/

This podcast is brought to you by Destination Specialists Cebu. They are one of the longest standing travel agencies in Cebu. For all our travel needs, go to Destination Specialists, the travel agency that delivers happiness.

When you plan your travels, whether it be for business or pleasure, give Destination Specialists a call at (032) 231 2461 or visit their website at http://destinationcebu.com/.

They have two branches, the first is located in the Upper Ground Level, SM City Cebu North Reclamation Area, Cebu City (above the food court), and another one in 2nd Level North Arcade, Banilad Town Center (above Dimsum Break).

For beautiful travel photos, follow @destinationspecialists on IG. For inquiries, [email protected] or send a message to https://facebook.com/destinationspecialists.

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There are a ton of people who love music. Just go to any gig and you can find them there. But I haven't met many people who love watching shows like Jerros "Jai" Dolino.

Most people know Jai as an amazing drummer. Rightfully so. He's played for countless bands. I'm most familiar with the rock stuff like Urbandub, Sheila and the Insects, Read Between the Lions, and countless other bands. But what people don't realize is that Jai really loves going to gigs. Not to play, he loves watching gigs.

In this conversation, we talked about favorite moments of going to a gig, playing in a gig, having a life in music, the different music scenes, and listening habits today.

Enjoy the episode!

SHOWNOTES

Life is a Video Game—Here are the Cheat Codes

Joaquin Quino McWhinney (Big Mountain)

Aaron Spears Caught Up

Tony Royster

Junx Muana (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Carlo Rodriguez (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Mark Cortes (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Irie Sunday

Sister Nancy - Bam Bam

Binky Lampano

Eraserheads

Rivermaya

19East

Wowee Posadas

Side A

Urbandub

Up Dharma Down

Black Cows

Steely Dan

Pato Banton

UB40

Sting

Sugarfree

Sheila and the Insects

Franco

King Spade

Vandals on the Wall

Gabby Alipe

Bobby Olvido (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Karl Lucente (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Faspitch

Megumi Acorda

Powerspoonz

Junior Kilat

Budoy

Slapshock

Room Eleven

Cattski (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Erwin Batucan

Where can you find Jai?

https://www.facebook.com/jaidolino

https://www.instagram.com/jaidolino/

https://twitter.com/jaidolino/

This podcast is brought to you by Destination Specialists Cebu. They are one of the longest standing travel agencies in Cebu. For all our travel needs, go to Destination Specialists, the travel agency that delivers happiness.

When you plan your travels, whether it be for business or pleasure, give Destination Specialists a call at (032) 231 2461 or visit their website at http://destinationcebu.com/.

They have two branches, the first is located in the Upper Ground Level, SM City Cebu North Reclamation Area, Cebu City (above the food court), and another one in 2nd Level North Arcade, Banilad Town Center (above Dimsum Break).

For beautiful travel photos, follow @destinationspecialists on IG. For inquiries, [email protected] or send a message to https://facebook.com/destinationspecialists.

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Prior to this interview, I did not have a sense of abstract art. I couldn't grasp the idea. As per all my podcast interviews, I was looking for a way to learn more about it.

When I first heard about Sio Montera, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to talk about abstract art. In this episode, it becomes clear quickly that I don't understand that kind of art. I wanted to learn more about it, I wanted to find a way to gain an appreciation for it. But after talking to Sio, I learned so much more than just the mere definition or history of abstract art. I learned about the questions artists need to ask themselves in order to have a long term career.

In this episode, we talked about getting a sense of flow while doing art, an understanding of abstract art, comparing art students today and yesterday, what top artists from Taiwan and the Philippines do, and a lot more.

Enjoy the episode.

SHOWNOTES

Cebu Music Stories

Forgetful Bob

Dominic Dosdos

National Commission for the Culture and the Arts

Mariano "Mar" Vidal

Qube Gallery

Jackson Pollock

Shak Mancao (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Finding the Calm in the Chaos

Where can you find Sio?

https://www.siomontera.com/

https://www.instagram.com/siomontera/

https://www.facebook.com/siomontera/

College of Communication Art and Design UP Cebu Lahug

This podcast is brought to you by Destination Specialists Cebu. They are one of the longest standing travel agencies in Cebu. For all our travel needs, go to Destination Specialists, the travel agency that delivers happiness.

When you plan your travels, whether it be for business or pleasure, give Destination Specialists a call at (032) 231 2461 or visit their website at http://destinationcebu.com/.

They have two branches, the first is located in the Upper Ground Level, SM City Cebu North Reclamation Area, Cebu City (above the food court), and another one in 2nd Level North Arcade, Banilad Town Center (above Dimsum Break).

For beautiful travel photos, follow @destinationspecialists on IG. For inquiries, [email protected] or send a message to https://facebook.com/destinationspecialists.

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Wellness.

That's a word that is thrown around a lot, but I really wanted to get to know what that really meant. Is it self care? Is it finding healthy habits? Is it  finding better ways to think? Is it finding practices that cultivate the mind, body, and soul?

I've always wanted to have a conversation about this. So when I saw that Kymberly Maitland-Smith opened Soul Sierra, a wellness and holistic hub, I knew she was the person to talk to. There have been many times that I've put too much focus on the day to day stresses of life, I've forgotten about what makes life worth living. How do we open ourselves to those experiences?

In this episode, we talked about the difference between mind, body, and soul, meditation, cacao ceremonies, veganism, vulnerability and her personal experience in discovering the world of wellness.

Enjoy this episode!

SHOWNOTES

Happy Bday Steph

Jon Ahmed Durano

Kahlil Corazo

Flowstate

Food Inc.

The Game Changers

Cafe Georg

Planet Vegis

Wellness Land

LiveLife

Lun-haw Vegan Cafe

Persian Palate

Pueblo

Mooshi

Red Lizard

Phat Pho

Hannah Martinez-Florendo (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Windy Gancayco

Michael Ross

Where can you find Kymberly?

https://www.instagram.com/kymberlymaitlandsmith/

https://www.facebook.com/kymberlymms

https://www.instagram.com/soulsierra/

https://www.facebook.com/soulsierra/

https://www.instagram.com/solti.ph/

https://www.facebook.com/staysolti/

https://www.instagram.com/thegardenatsoulsierra/

https://www.facebook.com/thegardenatsoulsierra/

Thank you Jon Ahmed Durano for becoming a Patreon subscriber!

This podcast is brought to you by Destination Specialists Cebu. They are one of the longest standing travel agencies in Cebu. For all our travel needs, go to Destination Specialists, the travel agency that delivers happiness.

When you plan your travels, whether it be for business or pleasure, give Destination Specialists a call at (032) 231 2461 or visit their website at http://destinationcebu.com/.

They have two branches, the first is located in the Upper Ground Level, SM City Cebu North Reclamation Area, Cebu City (above the food court), and another one in 2nd Level North Arcade, Banilad Town Center (above Dimsum Break).

For beautiful travel photos, follow @destinationspecialists on IG. For inquiries, [email protected] or send a message to https://facebook.com/destinationspecialists.

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It's surprising how you can find parallels from two things that on the surface share nothing in common. But you never know what you can learn from other disciplines. This was never more true in this conversation.

This interview was surprising in many ways. First of all, I've never met Phil Bawasanta aka Philtomato, a talented and hard working artist. Phil drew parallels where I was not expecting it. We even talked a little about sports. But as expected, he was delightful. 

In the episode, we talk about how to become a better artist, gestural art, when validation from others is useful, finding flow, and much more.

Enjoy the episode.

SHOWNOTES

Sakimichan

Fred Moore

Zeke Sullano (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

In Your Element

RedHabagat

Joe Rogan

Bernie Sanders

Joe Rogan interviews Bernie Sanders

Gary Vaynerchuk

Jiro Dreams of Sushi

Norman Rockwell

Alphonse Mucha

Andy Warhol

Jean-Michel Basquiat

Bob Ross

Shadman

John Singer Sargent

Kobe Bryant

Old man and the Mermaid

James Jean

kim jung gi

Jay Scott Campbell

Armand Serrano

Where can you find Philtomato?

https://www.instagram.com/philtomato/

https://www.facebook.com/theartofphiltomato/

https://m.twitch.tv/philtomato/profile

This episode is brought to you by Qube Gallery — a progressive art space in Cebu, Philippines providing network and exhibit opportunities for contemporary artists with whom they work closely with and promote beyond the local reach.

Exhibitions on view: Sio Montera's homecoming exhibition entitled FINDING THE CALM IN THE CHAOS curated by Ricky Francisco and VESINDAD by impressionist artist Jose Marie Picornell

The gallery is open on Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10 AM to 7 PM. For viewing or to request a catalogue, contact Pia at 0918 807 4175.

Qube Gallery also presents its exclusive online anniversary show, playfully titled "Past the Seven Year Itch".

Despite this playfulness, this show recalls the past exhibitions of a no-longer fledgling art gallery. Referenced in popular culture, the "seven year itch" refers to the period of unrest that comes after trials, false starts, reboots and introspection to arrive at the realization that the question, "what next?", needs to be addressed. This show is not only a reminder of all that is good but also a commitment to stay on course, mindful of the gallery's significant contributions to the Southern Philippine contemporary art landscape.

Access the online exhibition on artsy.net/qube-gallery

This podcast is brought to you by Destination Specialists Cebu. They are one of the longest standing travel agencies in Cebu. For all our travel needs, go to Destination Specialists, the travel agency that delivers happiness.

When you plan your travels, whether it be for business or pleasure, give Destination Specialists a call at (032) 231 2461 or visit their website at http://destinationcebu.com/.

They have two branches, the first is located in the Upper Ground Level, SM City Cebu North Reclamation Area, Cebu City (above the food court), and another one in 2nd Level North Arcade, Banilad Town Center (above Dimsum Break).

For beautiful travel photos, follow @destinationspecialists on IG. For inquiries, [email protected] or send a message to https://facebook.com/destinationspecialists.

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When I was a kid, I used to play a lot of video games. In fact, it was a problem, I couldn't focus on other things. It felt like the best way to waste time. It was so much fun, but at the back of my mind, I wasn't sure I was getting anything out of it.

Fast forward to today, video games is a real industry. There was even an Esports category in the recently concluded Sea Games. I was curious about this new industry so I talked to the Starcraft II Sea Games Manager, Jess Joaustine "Jack D Reaper" Tamboboy. He's been participating in this sport for years, as a gamer and as an organizer. So when the opportunity to take part as a manager for Team Sibol, it was a no brainer.

We talked about how he got that role, how gaming is today, and how to get those opportunities in Esports.

Enjoy the episode!

SHOWNOTES

Junx Muana (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Mark Cortes (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Rescue a Hero (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Paolo dela Victoria

Room Eleven

Gama Rae (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Tier One Entertainment

Caviar EnDerr

Team Sibol

Forgetful Bob

Philippine Esports Organization

Justin NuksPH

Mineski

Shak Mancao (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Dominic Dosdos

Ethan Ronoel Salazar

Tier One Entertainment Facebook

Where can you find him?

https://www.facebook.com/ustingph

https://twitter.com/_jackdr

https://www.instagram.com/_jackdr/

This episode is brought to you by Qube Gallery — a progressive art space in Cebu, Philippines providing network and exhibit opportunities for contemporary artists with whom they work closely with and promote beyond the local reach.

This month at Qube: Sio Montera's homecoming exhibition entitled FINDING THE CALM IN THE CHAOS curated by Ricky Francisco. Join them for the Artist Reception on Wednesday, February 5 at 6 PM

Also on view is the exhibition VESINDAD by impressionist artist Jose Marie Picornell

For viewing or to request a catalogue, contact Pia at 0918 807 4175

Qube Gallery also presents its exclusive online anniversary show, playfully titled "Past the Seven Year Itch".

Despite this playfulness, this show recalls the past exhibitions of a no-longer fledgling art gallery. Referenced in popular culture, the "seven year itch" refers to the period of unrest that comes after trials, false starts, reboots and introspection to arrive at the realization that the question, "what next?", needs to be addressed. This show is not only a reminder of all that is good but also a commitment to stay on course, mindful of the gallery's significant contributions to the Southern Philippine contemporary art landscape.

Access the online exhibition on artsy.net/qube-gallery

This podcast is brought to you by Destination Specialists Cebu. They are one of the longest standing travel agencies in Cebu. For all our travel needs, go to Destination Specialists, the travel agency that delivers happiness.

When you plan your travels, whether it be for business or pleasure, give Destination Specialists a call at (032) 231 2461 or visit their website at http://destinationcebu.com/.

They have two branches, the first is located in the Upper Ground Level, SM City Cebu North Reclamation Area, Cebu City (above the food court), and another one in 2nd Level North Arcade, Banilad Town Center (above Dimsum Break).

For beautiful travel photos, follow @destinationspecialists on IG. For inquiries, [email protected] or send a message to https://facebook.com/destinationspecialists.

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The Cebu Culture is one of the things I hold dear. It's not perfect, but there are so many individuals making our culture a better place. Of course, when we speak of culture, it's an umbrella term that speaks of many things.

As far as I'm concerned, Sir Junx Muana is one of the OG's in Cebu's cultural landscape. He's had a very important hand in Cebu's music scene. Backyard Studios made a name for itself by recording prominent bands and musicians like Urbandub, Franco, Max Surban, and many many more. He's also had a huge impact on the Cebu outdoor adventure scene. Everyone who has spent time in Cebu knows the brand Habagat - the original Cebu outdoor brand that has made it's mark all throughout the years.

Not many people can say they've had a hand in shaping two distinct aspects of Cebu life. So I was delighted to have Efren "Sir Junx" Muana in the podcast.

Enjoy the episode.

SHOWNOTES

Habagat

Sheila and the Insects

Slapshock

Max Surban

Franco

Mark Cortes (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Sandy Kiamko

Guitarmaking: Tradition and Technology

Adolfo Timuat

Joey Ayala

Where can you find Sir Junx?

https://www.facebook.com/haranaguitars/

https://www.facebook.com/BackyardProjectstudiosandcafe/

This episode is brought to you by Qube Gallery — a progressive art space in Cebu, Philippines providing network and exhibit opportunities for contemporary artists with whom they work closely with and promote beyond the local reach.

This month, Qube Gallery is pleased to present new works by impressionist artist Jose Mari Picornell. This is Picornell's fourth one-man show since the dawn of his career in the 1960s. Jose Mari has succeeded in making his mark in the Philippine art scene without any formal training. However, he was fortunate to have been mentored by Architect Pio Bonilla as an adolescent. He was already dabbling with watercolors when the architect, who considered Picornell a natural-born artist, introduced him to painting with oil. This then became his primary medium to this day.

Like other impressionists, Picornell has developed his own personal manner of depicting the world around him through his choice of colors and the energy he exerts in making his strokes fluid and bold. He practices direct painting or the alla prima method and applies oil colors directly from the tube, without mixing them. Picornell is known to create visually stimulating bodies of work that fuses old Cebu, Philippines with the present.

This exhibition features 14 artworks by Picornell of old colonial houses, street corners, downtown scenes and different snippets of city life in Cebu. It aims to present the viewers with how much has changed over the years and what has remained the same.

For more information or to request a catalogue, contact Pia at 0918 807 4175

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You might be tired of reading this, but it's worth mentioning again and again, the main purpose of the podcast is to learn from other people. Especially those who have been in the creative trenches. That's why I've continued to reach out with the intention to learn something.

During my interview with Myka Arnado, it became clear that she thought a lot about her work. She's a graphic designer who has had the good fortune of working with notable clients. But was it really good fortune? Or was it a matter of figuring out ways to get her work and her name out there? Or was it about focusing on the craft of graphic design and becoming better? Likely a mixture of all these factors?

Let's see.

Enjoy the podcast!

SHOWNOTES

Mark Cortes (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Carla Adlawan (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Music Makers Hack Lab

Tropical Futures Forum (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Royal Club Shanghai

Cebu Design Week Exhibition

Siamese Rat

Mark Deutsch (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Dan Matutina

Create Cebu

Aspace Crossroads

Gabii sa Kabilin

Kidlat (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Daot

Lean Reboja (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Ivan Zaldariagga

Golda King

Ubec Crew

ffffound

Where can you find Myka?

https://www.instagram.com/cmyka.type/

https://www.instagram.com/cmyka.glitch/

This episode is brought to you by Qube Gallery — a progressive art space in Cebu, Philippines providing network and exhibit opportunities for contemporary artists with whom they work closely with and promote beyond the local reach.

This month, Qube Gallery is pleased to present new works by impressionist artist Jose Mari Picornell. This is Picornell's fourth one-man show since the dawn of his career in the 1960s. Jose Mari has succeeded in making his mark in the Philippine art scene without any formal training. However, he was fortunate to have been mentored by Architect Pio Bonilla as an adolescent. He was already dabbling with watercolors when the architect, who considered Picornell a natural-born artist, introduced him to painting with oil. This then became his primary medium to this day.

Like other impressionists, Picornell has developed his own personal manner of depicting the world around him through his choice of colors and the energy he exerts in making his strokes fluid and bold. He practices direct painting or the alla prima method and applies oil colors directly from the tube, without mixing them. Picornell is known to create visually stimulating bodies of work that fuses old Cebu, Philippines with the present.

This exhibition features 14 artworks by Picornell of old colonial houses, street corners, downtown scenes and different snippets of city life in Cebu. It aims to present the viewers with how much has changed over the years and what has remained the same.

For more information or to request a catalogue, contact Pia at 0918 807 4175

This episode is brought to you by ASPACE. In need of a coworking space in the heart of Cebu? Be a part of the indie coworking project of ASPACE Philippines. 

ASPACE Cebu is located at the creative boutique hub of Crossroads Mall, Gov. M. Cuenco Ave, Cebu City. You can call (032) 888 7656. 

https://aspace.work/

https://www.facebook.com/aspacecebu/

https://www.instagram.com/aspaceph/

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When I first started the podcast, it was an excellent avenue to help listeners learn from other people. Most of the interviews in the beginning were about trying to extract knowledge from guests, but later on, I realized that the podcast was a perfect way to share a piece of our history.

I approached my interview with Ceasar Nimor with the hope of learning something new about our culture. He was one of the original dancers of Sinulog, and on top of that, has dedicated much of his life to the study of Philippine folk dance. This allowed a unique perspective on the festival which we all know and love, Sinulog. I've always wondered how Sinulog started, what was the inspiration for it, and how our ancient traditions somehow melded into Filipino Catholicism.

In this episode, we talked about the origins of Sinulog, the stories of what the dance means, how our ancient traditions continue to show today, and how our culture is important.

Enjoy the episode!

SHOWNOTES

Game Changers

Francisca Karias Aquino

Ramon Obusan

Amiel Cortz Cortes (Zerothreetwo Conversations episode)

Casa Gorordo

Melquiades "Myche" Gonzales Jr.

David Odilao

Tomas Osmena

Yap Sandiego Ancestral house

Where can you find Ceasar?

https://www.facebook.com/amirhassan.nimor

https://www.facebook.com/groups/343922946344112/

This episode is brought to you by Qube Gallery — a progressive art space in Cebu, Philippines providing network and exhibit opportunities for contemporary artists with whom they work closely with and promote beyond the local reach.

There are 3 events happening simultaneously at Qube this coming Friday, January 17th at 6PM

First is the artist reception for "Vesindad" by Jose Mari Picornell at the 2nd floor conference area of Qube Gallery. Spanish-Cebuano impressionist artist Picornell takes us on a trip down memory lane through his artworks of old houses and street corners found in Cebu. "We artists see things that other people may not see, such as the broken windows of an old house which tells us about time passing," muses Picornell. Next, the opening of "Ultimatum" by Leopoldo Aguilar at the high space of Qube. Ultimatum is Aguilar's fusion of styles from his early works to his most recent experimentation of motifs. Fearlessly engaging and evocative lines are aesthetically executed through colors and forms, extemporaneously juxtaposed in canvasses.

Qube Gallery will also be launching the first iteration of a special program called The Directors Pick, which features a carefully selected corps de oeuvre from the studios of contemporary Filipino artists. The Directors Pick, conceptualized by Qube's Artistic Director and artist Riel Hilario is a special catalogue of artworks that is compiled and launched every quarter from 2020 to 2021. Selection of artworks are based on the merit of their maker's prestige and maturity in the Philippine Art Scene, which makes the collection worthy of a connoisseur's regard. The accompanying catalogue not only describes each work, but places the art and its creator in the context of art history and culture.

Prologue, the first catalogue and showcase for the Directors Pick will be on view from January 17th at Qube Gallery coinciding with the celebrations of Sinulog Festival.

To rsvp to any of these events, contact Pia at 0918 807 4175

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