All Abroad Podcast

There's only one person that can make or break a party and that's the DJ! In this episode, we call them the masters of music because it takes so much skill and experience to get the party started and going all night. Get to know DJ Icy Ice, DJ Rocky Rock, Juts Music, Press Play, and DJ Gerard not Gerarld.... how they got started, what the LA party landscape looks like, how DJs grow and build their brand, and we even asked them some juicy questions like the most ridiculous requests or craziest things that have happened while they're on a job. ALL ABROAD PODCAST is all about uplifting our community by showcasing trailblazers meanwhile talking about Filipino culture across generations. We are all 1st generation immigrants and if you don't know much about us, you can watch our very first episode and learn about our journey from the Philippines to the States!Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Filipino Americans dominate in various fields outside the stereotypical "health care" roles. Marc Anthony shares his role as a daytime tv producer of one of the top talk shows on CBS, The Talk!Currently, on its 13th season in 2022, Marc is proud to have worked his way up from working at Olive Garden to now, spearheading the production of THE TALK on CBS.We are proud to have him on the show as another example of 1st generation Filipinos making waves abroad! Join us, Kat, Meg, and Sweeney - as we get to know Marc and his upbringing and what makes him the award winner that he is!Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Let's get to know our local Los Angeles Chefs aka the MEN IN THE KITCHEN... Some of the best kitchens in Los Angeles must have some Filipino staff or chefs making the magic happen. In this episode, we got to know:Chef FrankChef NigelChef JRChef KevinChef GeneAll Filipinos Chefs from all different walks of their careers. What challenges did they face, how they got into their career, and of course, we played fun games that you can watch on youtube! Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

As millennials and first-generation immigrants from the Philippines, our experiences and perspectives on money have unique similarities and differences. If you've seen or listened to our episodes on season 1, you'll know our stories as children who were left behind by our parents while they work abroad to support us. How did that influence our outlook on money and on life in general?The All Abroad Podcast gals get a little serious about money because we want to inspire other people to get savvy with their financial situations. Most Filipinos get a little squirmy when talking about money but we have to change that. We have to be more open to discussing the best ways we should invest our money. "You're comfortable talking about your money if you're confident with your money."  ~ SweeneyWe want to see everyone win and we hope that this conversation and the ideas we've shared have inspired you. What about you? How has your early experiences with money shaped your money habits now?Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

The first step to improving assertiveness is understanding why we aren't assertive in the first place.Dr. Abby's dissertation during her Doctorate Degree in Psychology was focused on studying Filipinos' behavior regarding assertiveness. "The higher the traditional values, the lower the assertiveness..."Dr. Abby also shared her tips on raising assertive but respectful children. Dr. Abby is a TEDx speaker and we are super proud of her using mainstream platforms to help others become more assertive, especially our fellow Filipinos (kababayans).Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

What does breaking the bias mean to you as a woman? In this episode, we talked about how we are all working and aiming to break biases against women with our special guest, Tessa Albea, from the One Down Media and Kumu USA team.We also talked about our struggles with setting boundaries. We shared vulnerable stories about the times we failed to set boundaries and the times when we succeeded. We also shared times when other people set boundaries on us! :) What boundaries are hard (or easy) for you to set?How are you breaking the bias in your work life or your personal life? We want to know... please share in the comments below.Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

We shared the lessons we've learned in our relationships and past experiences/mistakes. Kat shared lessons from her marriage, Meg shared her lessons from her divorce, and Sweeney shared her lessons from her ended relationships. Happy Valentines Day and the biggest lesson we all agree on is to love yourself through all your ups and downs before you welcome another person in your life. Relationships are work and fortunate are those who have found that special person they're willing to do life with. In the meantime, let's continue to love, grow, and be kind to one another including ourselves. ❤️❤️❤️We love and appreciate you for stopping by, subscribing, and liking our content. Follow us on Instagram to connect with us!Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

How does self-love affect mental health? How do you show yourself, love? How do you know you love yourself?  We ask these questions during this episode and we shared our deepest, darkest, and most vulnerable answers.  This Valentine's Day, let's talk about our mental health and our desires! If you're having suicidal thoughts or you know someone who does, please call US National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255Hours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish.Or visit www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines.Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Carla's impressive outlook on life is definitely a part of her success. Being "different" can make or break you and it's tough to make choices along the way when the odds are against you but continue to do the right thing and remove yourself from toxic situations. She is a proud trans immigrant and first-generation college graduate born and raised in Metro Manila, Philippines and is now based in Los Angeles, California, USA.Tune in to this episode to learn more about how Carla is involved in the Los Angeles Transgender Community. She was also featured on a recent documentary with Lady Gaga.Being a Trans, Queer, Gay, Lesbian, Non-Binary, etc... is tough but we need a better understanding and acceptance that we are all humans despite our differences. Follow Carla's Journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miss.carlaibarra/Also, follow ALL ABROAD PODCAST on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/allabroadpodcastAll of our podcasts are available on all audio platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcast, Audible, iHeart Radio, and more! Search for "All Abroad Podcast" and binge on our first and second seasons!Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

2021 was still challenging and we are hoping for a better 2022. We just want to travel, and looking forward to a mask-less life and Joy's got "damoves" (the moves) to make it all go away! lol!This was a fun episode recapping 2021 and also sharing our hopes and dreams for 2022. Also happy to have a few cameos on this episode with more childhood friends, baby Faith, and our big bro!Watch this episode and watch us answer some random "pageant" questions while drinking some agave lemon drop.Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

"I'm 39 going on 25" - This is how we mostly feel and this is definitely how we act sometimes. Every time we are together, time goes so much faster because we are having so much fun. In this episode, we dug a little deeper into a discussion about "aging" and how we really feel about it. How is it that so many of us in our generation is aging so much better than we remember our aunties were like when we were growing up? What's your secret sauce to staying young? Comment down below. :)Thank you for tuning in. Follow us on Instagram for more content: www.instagram.com/allabroadpodcastYou can also find us on your fave podcast platforms like Spotify or Apple Podcast.Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

It all started with a quick video that went viral and Jeppy's life hasn't been the same ever since! He was a chef one day and a viral sensation the next! Whooowow! :)We sat down with Jeppy to talk about how Tita Che was created and we dove "deep" on who Jeppy really is. What inspired him to keep creating digital content that keeps bringing joy to the Filipino community. We love featuring guests who make Filipinos proud and are proud to be Filipinos. Also, watch till the end for a fun improv the game that we played. Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

How did Rafe Totengco make his dreams of becoming a fashion designer come true?Coming from Bacolod City, Philippines, Rafe chased his dreams all the way to New York and he is now established and even has several celebrities wear his beautiful designs on the red carpet!Rafé Totengco, is an award-winning, New York-based Filipino fashion designer who specializes in women's handbags, shoes, and small leather goods, and men's bags and accessories. Cameron Diaz was unknowingly his first muse. Our season 2 has been packed with amazing Filipinos, who are moving and shaking in their industries. Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

We've enjoyed this conversation with Rosslyn, who is nothing short of amazing with all of the things she's done in her career. QUEEN of all things music, Roslynn has that strong #PinayExcellence mentality that we should be inspired by! Fired up by talented artists, Roslynn has spent a decade working at MySpace and championed for the app to become a music platform. She's worked with celebrities like Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z and so much more. After a life-changing trip to the Philippines arranged by Apl.de.Ap's team with the Philippine Tourism, Roslynn's next chapter in life is to expose the Filipinos to the mainstream as much as she can.  As an executive producer at MYX GLOBAL TV,  Roslynn has helped tell so many stories of Filipinos who are "Making it Abroad" and it was just fitting that we feature her here on our show/podcast as one of the pioneers for putting Filipinos on the map.Sweeney and Kat also opened up about their own Girl Boss experiences and it all leads to us all working together to promote #FilipinoExcellence. Thank you for tuning in and we hope you share in the comments below any part of the interview that moves you. For more about Roslynn, visit her website: https://roslynnc.com/ and follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roslynncPlease follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Jhett Tolentino is a Grammy Award Winner and 3-time Tony Award Winner Producer who grew up in the slums of Iloilo City in the Philippines. Jhett's family was poor and if it weren't for a scholarship he received in high school, he wouldn't be where he is today - a successful Broadway Theater producer. Tune in and get to know more about Jhett Tolentino and how his journey led him to the be the 2nd ever Filipino to win a Tony Award after 22 years when Leah Salongga won for Best Actress in a Musical in 1991. Jhett's humble beginning is an inspirational story that we hope to share with so many dreamers, who are still looking for their calling. We cannot help but feel proud and super grateful that Jhet spent an hour chatting with us about his life, aspirations, insights, and even skincare! Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

OPM is Original Pilipino Music and because Filipino culture is so heavily influenced by romantic songs, we took on the challenge to choose non-love song music. Tune in and find out what songs we chose to sing for you. Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

What have we been up to since we last filmed? Tune in and get all the details... We're going to spill the tea before we get into our next episodes for the rest of season 2.Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Becoming a U.S. Citizen was a pivotal moment for all of us because if you were able to watch episode 19, you would learn that our journey coming to American has not been easy. Our journey to the United States has taken a toll on our families and friendships. Watch this episode to hear our stories on what it was like to swear in during the big ceremony and also, how we kept our friendships alive while we were thousands of miles away.Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

All Abroad Filipinx Podcasters share their journeys and struggle to migrate to the land of opportunity! Everyone's story is different but the goal is the same. To find better opportunities for ourselves. The long process of getting to that final US Embassy interview is a common thread amongst us.Enjoy the stories of our first job epic fails during the first year or two of our lives in America. Our hope is that you won't feel so alone in your own journeys. We hope you enjoy this and please like and comment below and tell us which stories you related to the most!Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

LOVE - a four-letter word that sounds as simple as it is complicated but at the end of the day, we all agreed that a majority of Filipinx are suckers for romance. In this episode, we go into a deep dive on what we've learned about love, what we think about love, and we shared some of our KILIG moments that some of us are embarrassed to admit. We also play some love songs that we had to cut short to avoid copyright issues with good 'ole YouTube. But follow us on Instagram (#allabroadpodcast​) and we will post some of these full version moments. :)You can also listen to us on your favorite podcast platform - we are on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Audible, Google Podcast, Podcast Addict, iHeart Radio, and more!Also, if you enjoyed this, please like and subscribe and share this with your network. Our goal is to spread awareness of Filipino Culture in a unique and "laid back" manner. Song credits:Song 1 - Please be careful with my heart (live) by Jose Mari Chan and Regine VelasquezSong 2 - Kung Maibabalik Ko Lang(Live version) by BudakhelSong 3 - I Want To Know What Love is (live cover version) by Jonalyn Viray instead of Mariah CareyPlease follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

17 Episodes later, we've shared the gist of our upbringing from the Philippines. After discussing Filipino food, dating, school systems, social, and work culture shocks, it all boils down to one big question. How has it all shaped us now? What lasting lessons did our parents bestow on us? Plus, a really deep dive into what we would tell our younger selves if we could go back in time. What would you tell your younger self if you could go back in time?Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Dating is one of the toughest cultures for us to crack when we first moved to America. The Philippines' dating scene is a lot more conservative, family-oriented, and slower-paced compared to the American culture. Dating in the '90s, in a pretty conservative culture means the man has to do a lot of work before getting a woman's attention before deciding that you're a match. There's a lot of "playing hard to get" - because it is all about the chase. There were no dating sites back then so everything relied on organic interactions. We honestly prefer it. We don't think we really got acclimated to the American way but of course, we had to make adjustments to "fit in".  But what was dating like for teenagers who attend an all-girls Catholic school? It can be tricky but if there is a will, there is always a way. :)Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Tell us, if your parents weren't around when you were in your tweens and teens years, how would you have turned out? What kind of person would you be now?Join our Filipina friends: Kat, Joy, Meg, Pauline, and Sweeney as they take you on a journey with their honest and unadulterated stories of how it was like for them not having their parents around when they grew up.It's tough to know how kids would turnout without parental authority. It's to be expected that some kids/teens may rebel and make all the wrong decisions for attention but what kept our All Abroad friends on a straight path? What saved them from taking that wrong turn? It is a question of nature vs. nurture... tune in and find out exactly how your favorite Filipina friends navigated through their teen years unscathed by common teenage mistakes. How is it possible that these ladies led a straight-A life without their parents? How would you have turned out if you grew up without your parents?Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

The technology was definitely limited in the 90's, especially where we were born and raised in Bacolod, Philippines. We reminisce on our experiences with the beta max, VHS, Tamaguchi, Brick Games, Nokia 5150, and more!We also talk about the ways we spent our time when we were bored: prank calling boys and login on the chatrooms to ask for A/S/L's! Although we love our technology now, we are all very grateful that we were not inundated with all the distractions back then! What would life have been in the 90's if we had social media? We share our thoughts. Tell us about your experiences with the same or similar technology! Do you still have these devices?Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Jose Marie Chan's Christmas songs are household must-haves during Christmas in all Filipino homes! Street children carolers are also a great part of our Filipino Christmas culture. Watch us "kill" these Christmas songs! LOL Also, thank you to www.tatang-la.com for sponsoring this episode. The food was absolutely delicious and how we wish we can let you taste or smell the food through the video!Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Riding public transportation as a 3rd grader isn't really the safest idea but some of us had to learn how to find our way back home when our "service" leave us.If you've ever wondered how public transportations work back in the Philippines, this video will give you the best idea as we tell you stories of how we learned how to ride the jeepney for the first time. Tell us about your first time riding the jeepney! :) Did you get lost? Did you have money?Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

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This was podcast was recorded in September 2020 in Los Angeles. We understand that COVID has affected the world differently but these are our thoughts, personal opinions, and experiences. You'll hear different perspectives from four different women (Sweeney, Joy, Meg, Pauline) who all work in different industries (Retail, Hospital, E-commerce, and Nursing Facility, respectively).Follow us on Instagram! Kat will share her experiences on Instagram as she was absent from our podcast recording. If you have any stories or comments, please leave them below. :)Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

We are very open-minded and respectful of different lifestyles and although we do not know it all, we are always open to learning more! MEG is our in-house LGBTQ representative and subject matter expert and in this episode, we share with you some childhood memories and opinions of the Gay community. Back in the 80's and 90's, the term LGBTQ wasn't a "term" yet. We still have a lot to learn and if you want to join in the conversation, please comment below. We would love to hear from you. We filmed this in October in honor of LGBTQ HISTORY MONTH.From https://lgbthistorymonth.com/:​ In 1994, Rodney Wilson, a Missouri high school teacher, believed a month should be dedicated to the celebration and teaching of gay and lesbian history, and gathered other teachers and community leaders. They selected October because public schools are in session and existing traditions, such as Coming Out Day (October 11), occur that month.Gay and Lesbian History Month was endorsed by GLAAD, the Human Rights Campaign, the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, the National Education Association and other national organizations. In 2006 Equality Forum assumed responsibility for providing content, promotion, and resources for LGBT History Month.Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Every culture has a different tradition and in the Philippines, Halloween is celebrated differently. We have All Saints Day and All Souls Day. We even have monsters that look different from the American Culture. Do you have any good ghost stories? Tell us in the comments below!Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Masskara Festival is unique to Bacolod City, Philippines. Watch this episode as our favorite Filipina Friends share their wild memories during Masskara Festival. The ladies talk about the drinking age limits, food they missed, and a little history on why the Masskara Festival got started! Comment below and tell us your memories... maybe we forgot to mention a few things about the festival or maybe you have wilder memories you want to share... don't be shy! We want to read it all! Special shoutout to the Long Beach Bacolod Association here in Long Beach California!Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

FAHM, otherwise known as Filipino American Heritage Month is widely celebrated in California and perhaps other states in the US as well. Filipino Americans are the second largest Asian American group in the nation and the third-largest ethnic group in California, after Latinas/os and African Americans. ~ http://fanhs-national.org/​There are many ways to celebrate or honor FAHM but due to COVID, so many celebrations and festivals have been canceled, postponed, or transitioned virtually. Tune into this episode as Sweeney, Meg, Joy, and Pauline discuss what makes them proud be Filipinas! We are missing Kat as she had a conflict during our recording schedule but don't worry, she will be back soon!Please comment below and tell us what makes YOU proud to be a Filipino?SHOW LESSPlease follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

All Abroad is about five loyal Filipina friends with over 30 years of friendship, who decided to host a Podcast/talk show to talk about our lifestyle back in the Philippines to share their culture and upbringing so others who can relate can enjoy the content and those who are curious about our culture can learn more from our stories! Having nannies (or we call them as Yaya) were typical for mid to high-class families - tune in and learn more about what our personal experiences were with our yayas when we were growing up in the Philippines!Did you have a nanny when you were growing up? What was your experience like? Leave your ode to your nanny below!SHOW LESSPlease follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

All Abrood Podcast is about five loyal Filipina friends with over 30+ years of friendship sharing their humble beginnings from the Philippines to their transition to their lives in the US.In this episode, we share with you our experiences of various disciplinary actions when we were children. Our goal is to give you a great insight into who we are. Some of us were spanked and some of us weren't... we know spanking can be a very controversial topic to some cultures but we are only sharing our stories and points of view from our upbringing. This episode is not meant to offend anyone and I hope you watch or listen to this with an open mind. Tell us about your childhood below. Were you spanked? Were you not spanked? Was it effective? Visit our website at www.allabroadpodcast.com to learn more about us and ways to work with us. Connect with us on social media (Instagram and Facebook): @allabroadpodcastSHOW LESSPlease follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!

Join the 5 loyal childhood Filipina/Filipinx Friends as they introduce themselves and talk a little about their background and how this podcast came about.  Please follow, subscribe, and leave a comment. You can also connect with us on Instagram @allabroadpodcast. Thank you for your support!