Podcast by Guro Mike Pana
In this episode I discuss the importance of looking fit, properly dressed, and how looking your best impacts the people you care about.
My buddy Joseph Zoleta of the Black 6 Project showed me that the guys over at This Filipino American Life (TFAL) recently recorded an episode on Filipino American Masculinity. They did a great job and I thought I'd share my thoughts and takes on what they discussed.Leave us a rating and review. Follow us on IG @pinoypatriarchproject
In this podcast I discuss a recent post I shared starring legendary comedian Dave Chappelle, and how a conversation with a fellow Filipino-American resulted in a discussion about the necessity of responsibility of a man to produce and provide.
In this podcast, I discuss the topic of Cultural Appropriation, and why Filipino-Americans need to steer clear of preaching it.
In this episode I explain and breakdown my favorite form of exercise. This is something I feel has been a game-changer for my fitness journey and it is something I want to make sure everyone learns about.
Today is my birthday and I wanted to share a deep thought I had after a conversation with my wife last night.
In this episode I dive into the positive side of having Toxic Titos in your life.
This episode is inspired by a question by one of my Protector Martial Arts students, Lloyd. Here we discuss why Filipino art, fashion, food, and music have been so heavily embraced by younger Filipinos, but Filipino cultural values aren't embraced.
This episode of the Pinoy Patriarch Project covers the importance of hard work, growth mindset, and how I had to teach my oldest boy the importance of both.
In this episode, I get very, very real. I speak about a family tragedy, how it affected my mental state, and how martial arts saved me (and can save you) if you are going through a mental health battle. I speak about my recent mental health battles and how my martial arts background helped me get through it.
In this solo episode I share a recent situation regarding two Pinoy teens I train, why I told them to stop training, and why I'm so passionate about making sure the younger generation of Pinoys has good Kuyas to guide them and hold them accountable.
In this solo episode I break down the importance of a healthy diet. For anyone aiming to be a Pinoy Patriarch, this is something that one needs to prioritize. I talk about how I got shingles at 36 and how I revamped my nutrition game.
In this solo episode I break down why Fitness is essential to becoming a better Pinoy Patriarch. I speak about a personal experience I had with a Pinoy father who was out of shape, and then I give my advice to get started on a fitness journey.
In this solo episode I discuss a true story that occurred yesterday as I was out with my family, and the lessons I've gleaned from it as a husband, father, and protector. I also explain why every Pinoy husband and father needs to have the capacity for violence.
Hello and welcome to the Pinoy Patriarch Project Podcast. I am your host Michael Pana. I am a husband, father of 3 boys, and full-time protector who is on the journey of learning what it means to be the leader of my home, my business, and my community. In this podcast I speak to Filipino and Filipino-American leaders who exhibit strength, honor, and courage who are leaders in their respective fields. In this episode we sit down with Leo Manalo, a Tuhon (master level instructor) in Atienza Kali. He is also a married man with two daughters. He currently is a full-time martial art instructor through Atienza Kali teaches groups in the New York/New Jersey Tri-state area, and recently returned from teaching a seminar in Ireland. I've known Tuhon Leo for over two decades, and in this interview we dig into his childhood as a Filipino immigrant, how his desire to be more masculine and tough brought him into the gang-life, and how training in martial arts led him to the Atienza family, ultimately resulting in his departure from gang-life and toward a more positive path. We also discuss topics such as as marriage and fatherhood, and how our Atienza training helped us in those areas of our lives. I am a huge proponent of martial arts training as a means of finding brotherhood in our ever-divided world. This episode truly shows how the martial arts can be a positive avenue for any young Pinoy who is walking down a negative path. We aim to show how Atienza Kali helped Tuhon Leo become not only a skilled martial artist, but also a better husband, father, son, and friend.
Kevin Estela is a world-renowned Survival Instructor. He is the author of the best-selling book “101 Skills You Need to Survive in the Woods” and is currently the Director of Training for Fieldcraft Survival. He is the son to a Filipino father, one whom he has a deep relationship with to this day. In this episode we talk about his relationship with his Dad, growing up in a Filipino-Polish home, his background in Sayoc Kali, and how the average Pinoy can be better prepared in todays dangerous world.
In this episode I breakdown four common misconceptions regarding Pinoy masculinity, and then go into what it means to a Pinoy man in 2024.
In our first Pinoy Patriarch Project podcast interview we sit down with Carl Atienza of Atienza Kali. He is a Tuhon (Master Level Instructor) within the Sayoc Kali Council of Tuhons and is the leader of the Atienza Kali system. Mike Pana has trained under Tuhon Carl since his late teens, and credits Tuhon Carl for being the epitome of a Pinoy Patriarch. In this episode we discuss his rough upbringing with the martial arts and fighting on the street, as well as his relationship with his late father, his Filipino-American identity, and his wife Dianne.
This podcast is now known as the Pinoy Patriarch Project! In this episode I break down the reason for this change, and what our mission is from the point on.
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What we can learn from the Will Smith Slap-Heard-Round-The-World.
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Be grateful for the Blessings in your life. Don't confuse them for burdens.
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In todays, episode I discuss why we it's possible to take your FMA training seriously, while also keeping it fun.
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In this episode I talk about dealing with life changes. Leave us a review!
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In this episode I share about two experiences that reinforce the idea that martial arts is single-handedly the best activity a young person can do.
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My Kuya Darrvi inspired this episode. Hope it closes out Filipino American History Month strong.
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Today in 1587, the first Filipinos set foot in America. In this podcast, I go deeper regarding what this event means, and why all Filipinos are called to adventure.
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Today is Indigenous People's Day. While I love the intention behind it, I don't celebrate it the way most people think. This podcast details why.
The recent school shooting in North Texas has opened up talks on bullying. In this episode I share my opinions as an educator and martial arts instructor.
In this podcast I discuss a lesson I learned from my teacher this past weekend, and how we can apply it to any aspect of our lives.
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