Philling In The Gaps

Hi guys! I know, I totally ghosted you for, like, a whole month! Don't worry, I'll explain it here, and throw in some updates too! Enjoy! And I'm sorry.Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

The controversy surrounding World War II has escalated significantly due to the recent disclosure of previously classified stories from that era. Throughout history, governments have consistently demonstrated a tendency to downplay or ignore certain sensitive matters. Instead, these events are focused on highlighting and celebrating specific anniversaries. It seems that they selectively prioritize certain aspects while disregarding others.Some historians and research institutes have not devoted sufficient attention to the most horrifying aspects of the war and the Japanese occupation. The primary focus has been on the revolutions of 1896 and 1898, as well as the subsequent Philippine-American war.So, join me on this journey to check out what our fellow countrymen went through in the Philippines during World War II, specifically the Battle of Manila.Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*Asian Stalingrad - The Battle of Manila 1945 (Mark Felton Productions YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

In the Philippines, the only cult leader that I know of is Apollo Quiboloy. And I know this is a bit argumentative, but in my opinion, however you want to put it, the church that he founded was basically a cult. So imagine my surprise when I heard about this cult that's been blowing up on social media lately. It's all happening in Surigao del Norte, Philippines. So, what is it about? Is it really a cult? And who's behind it? Well, join me as I delve into the details that I've found so far about the Socorro Bayanihan cult.Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*Victims testify against alleged Socorro cult at Senate hearing | The Final Word (CNN Philippines YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

What if I told you that there was this super intense anti-drug campaign in the Philippines that ended up screwing over thousands of people and leaving a bunch of kids without parents or traumatized? This is the shocking reality of the Philippines, under President Rodrigo Duterte's regime. This episode takes you on a journey through this dark chapter of Philippine history, dissecting the War on Drugs and its catastrophic effects on the Filipino people, particularly the innocent children. I delve into the background, development, and impact of this war, highlighting the human rights abuses.Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*Exclusive: Philippines president Duterte to continue war on drugs (Al Jazeera English YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

Get ready to dive deep into one of the worst moments in Philippine history—the Manila Hostage Crisis. We're going to check out the crazy chain of events that made Rolando Mendoza, a decorated police officer, go all extreme and deadly. We're also going to dive into all the screw-ups and crazy decisions that made things worse and caused a ton of violence. It's going to feel like you're right there in the middle of it all, hearing all the panicky talks, seeing the government mess up, and feeling the tension of the whole standoff. In this episode, I'm going to break down every painful choice, false move, and fatal miscalculation in all the juicy details. And let me tell you, it's actually pretty clear that the government messed up big time, leading to the tragic loss of innocent lives.Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*Hostages die in Manila bus siege (Al Jazeera English YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

Join me as we dive into the nitty-gritty of electoral fraud and political scandals in the Philippines. Let's uncover the not-so-pretty truth together!So, this episode is going to take you through the whole mess of the Hello Garci affair that happened almost twenty years ago. It was a big deal that shook up the whole country. I'm going to talk about these super interesting recorded conversations between ex-President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo and ex-COMELEC director Virgilio Garcilliano. They totally reveal some shady stuff about trying to fake election results.Also, as I navigate through this crazy political maze, I'll break down what election fraud is and take a closer look at its sneaky tactics. Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*05 More than 1M (Jim Sarthou YouTube Channel)*House speaker Arroyo, mahaba at masalimuot ang naging takbo ng political career (GMA Integrated News YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

So, how much do you actually know about the not-so-great or, let me just say, the darker parts of Philippine history? Get ready to be freaked out as I dig into the shocking Maguindanao Massacre of 2009 and all the major consequences that went down because of it. This episode also talks about how cronyism works in the Philippines and how it can lead to these unspeakable crimes, like this massacre, by getting into all the power dynamics going on behind the scenes.Throughout this episode, we're going to dive into the whole political scene in Maguindanao province, the place where the Ampatuan clan has been calling the shots since 2001. It's going to be interesting, trust me. I also discuss the awful incidents surrounding Ismael "Toto" Mangudadatu and Datu Andal "Unsay" Ampatuan Jr. You won't believe the crazy stuff that went down with Mangudadatu! He had this totally heroic political career where he tried to take on the Ampatuans with no fear at all. But let me tell you, things got really tragic real quick after that. Tensions were through the roof, I'm telling you. Lastly,  I talk about how hard it is to get justice by talking about the Ampatuan family's arrest and trial. Get a sense of the pain and anger of the victims' families as I also talk about their 10-year fight for justice. And on the 13th anniversary of the tragic massacre, I take a moment to reflect and emphasize the challenges faced in seeking justice in the Philippines.Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*Maguindanao massacre: The children it left behind (CNN Philippines YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

Even though it's been almost ten years since the multi-billion-peso pork barrel scam was discovered and tens of thousands of people took to the streets to protest, the issue has not been put to rest. Using a network of fictitious nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), Filipino businesswoman Janet Lim-Napoles is believed to have planned the pork barrel scam for at least ten years. In July 2013, various news outlets reported on a scam to send P10 billion from lawmakers' Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) to fake projects in return for huge bribes. But the question now is this: where are we now with this infamous scam?Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*Corruption, collusion in pork barrel scam (Rappler YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

In the Philippines, karaoke is practically a religion. There are probably ten karaoke bars in each barrio, and they all stay open till dawn. Most of us Filipinos can sing rather well, and singing is something that we enjoy doing. Also, the worst thing a Filipino can do is sing off key, and we can definitely sense when music is good. And so singing off-key appears to be an unpardonable crime, and it seems like someone should die for it.Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*Mark Joseph Bande YouTube ChannelSupport the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

Pepsi Philippines began including the numbers 001–999 on the inside of bottle caps in 1992. Each night, on television, the corresponding winning numbers were announced. At first, it was really successful, but then something unexpected happened that seriously hurt the Pepsi-Cola Company. How? And why?Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*The 90s Pepsi Contest That Turned Deadly (Bloomberg Originals YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

My new miniseries, titled "Lest We Forget," will explore the darkest side of Philippine history. I'm talking about fatal disasters, tragic events, absurd scandals, disturbing controversies, and some of the unseen chapters of our nation's history that were left out of our textbooks. Dark history is extremely important and has completely formed our culture, even if we don't realize it...sometimes.Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm MusicSound Bites:*Typhoon Haiyan in Philippines is One of the Most Powerful Ever Recorded (ABC News YouTube Channel)*Manila Film Center tragedy manifests Marcoses neglect to workers, Leody De Guzman says (ABS-CBN News YouTube Channel)*MV Doña Paz disaster sa 1987 ABS-CBN yearender (ABS-CBN News YouTube Channel)*Families of SAF 44 continue to cry for justice (CNN Philippines YouTube Channel)*House speaker Arroyo, mahaba at masalimuot ang naging takbo ng political career (GMA Integrated News YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

The unimaginable happened in the Philippines' 2022 presidential election, which had been anticipated for a long time. In June, Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr., son of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr., succeeded the controversial Rodrigo Duterte as president. The recent electoral victory of Bongbong in the Philippines is significant. Since his father, Marcos Sr., was in power for 21 years, including 14 years of martial law, this is effectively the first time a genuine democracy has existed in the Philippines. But those who were there at the moment of martial law were going crazy over it. His father was a horrible dictator. His mother's extensive shoe collection was legendary. So how did Bongbong, or 64-year-old Ferdinand Marcos Jr., become the frontrunner in the Philippines' presidential election on May 9? Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*FULL SPEECH: President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. inaugural address (Manila Bulletin Online YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

On May 10, 2016, Rodrigo Duterte, who was 71 at the time, won the presidential election in a five-way fight with 39% of the vote. He was an engaging speaker who didn't mince words and occasionally crossed the line into outright profanity. As mayor of Mindanao's largest city, Davao, he had likewise done an excellent job. Keeping the peace was his top priority as mayor of Davao, therefore he earned a reputation as a tough, effective leader who didn't waste time worrying about the constitutional rights of suspected criminals. About 12,000 Filipinos lost their lives in 2018 alone as a direct result of his "war on drugs." Regardless, he continues to enjoy massive popularity in the Philippines among Filipinos of all ages, backgrounds, and socioeconomic statuses. His popularity consistently hovered around 50%. And, given his poor and problematic background with human rights, the issue today is: how is this even possible?Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*Rodrigo Duterte on drugs, death and diplomacy | Talk to AI Jazeera (AI Jazeera English YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

During Noynoy Aquino's six years in office, from 2010 to 2016, the Philippine economy expanded, but he also faced charges of elitism. His government fell short by making people feel like they weren't in the "cool kids' club," which fostered a culture of exclusivity. This lack of transparency also gave critics a voice. Some feel Noynoy was effective in his efforts to modernize the economy and combat corruption, while others claim he didn't go far enough.Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*http://rtvm.gov.ph - Inauguration Of President Benigno S. Aquino III June 30, 2010 (RTVMalacanang YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

In the post-Edsa era, the "Hello, Garci" controversy could characterize the longest and most scandal-ridden presidential tenure. The recording, which was made public a full year after the 2004 elections, features Arroyo asking then-Election Commissioner Virgilio Garcillano if she would still lead the count by more than 1 million votes. In order to win a million votes, she had to defeat Fernando Poe Jr. Arroyo apologized for her "lapse in judgment" in a well scripted broadcast "I am sorry" address prepared by Malacanang, although she did not accept wrongdoing. Was that, however, enough to win back the confidence of the Filipino people in her?Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bites:*05 More than 1M (Jim Sarthou YouTube Channel)*House speaker Arroyo, mahaba at masalimuot ang naging takbo ng political career (GMA Integrated News YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

Vice President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo served under President Joseph Estrada from 1998 to 2001. She made history by being the first woman to hold that job. Despite the country being in shambles due to the political and economic crisis and other pressing issues, Estrada abandoned Arroyo. She had a hard time winning over the trust of the Filipino people and the investors because of this. Additionally, she had to bring in more money in order to improve the standard of living in the Philippines. Simply put, it was Arroyo's job to get the Filipinos back on their feet. However, a group of insurgents made her life a living nightmare and made it difficult for her to do what she wanted to do during her first term as president.Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*WRAP Evacuations from complex, army and rebel bites, Arroyo deadline (AP Archive YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

The Estrada government has always had a bad reputation for being corrupt, favoring family and friends, fighting between themselves in politics, failing to achieve their stated aims, and so on and so forth. Although they claimed Estrada would help the poor, they did little to implement the government program and actually make a difference in people's lives. It's a shame that after serving as president, Estrada will be known not as the man who did the most for the poor and disadvantaged, but as the first Philippine leader to face impeachment.Music:*Dark Woods by Colorfilm Music*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*PHILIPPINES: ESTRADA IMPEACHMENT TRIAL BEGINS (AP Archive YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

After the historic term of Corazon C. Aquino, Fidel V. Ramos served as president of the Philippines from 1992 to 1997 and played a crucial role in the revolution that overthrew the Marcos regime. Once considered a cruel Marcos supporter, Ramos was hailed as a national hero and ushered in a period of economic prosperity after he abandoned the dictator. There are, however, unanswered questions, such as whether or not it is true that Ramos was involved in the horrific tortures that occurred under Martial Law. Could he ever make amends for his wrongdoings?Music:*24hr News by O2 Studio*Dark Woods by Colorfilm MusicSound Bite:*PHILIPPINES: PRESIDENT RAMOS' SPEECH PRAISES ECONOMIC GROWTH (AP Archive YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

To many, the election of Corazon "Cory" Aquino signaled more than just the end of Marcos' authority; it also represented the triumph of democracy over dictatorship. The idea that Cory would one day be running the country never occurred to her. She had her fair share of faults as president, but she was undeniably one of many people who banded together to fight against the Marcos administration. With the turmoil surrounding Cory's presidency, how are we to make sense of the role she played in bringing democracy back to our country?Music:*24hr News by O2 Studio*Dark Woods by Colorfilm MusicSound Bite:*President Corazon Aquino - First 100 Days Interview | June 1986(DemokrasyaTV YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

Martial law was imposed on the Philippines by former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. from 1972 to 1981. As most Filipinos can attest, the period of Martial Law was a dark one for our country. Some say martial law was a time when the government harassed and tortured people, while others say everything went right, from crime rates going down to people acting in the right way, making it hard to tell if martial law was a good or bad idea.Music:*24hr News by O2 Studio*Dark Woods by Colorfilm MusicSound Bite:*SYND 26-9-72 PRESIDENT FERDINAND MARCOS PROCLAIMS MARTIAL LAW (AP Archive YouTube Channel)Support the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

Filipinos voted for Ferdinand Marcos in 1965, and he became president. The Philippines during that time was admired as a model of Third World governance and economic success. His presidency coincided with a period of unprecedented economic growth in the Asia-Pacific. It was the biggest and fastest economic growth the world has ever seen. The majority of people of his time believed Marcos to be one of the most intelligent and thoughtful lawyers and political leaders in all of Asia. When martial law was declared in 1972, it was with the promise that the country would follow the economic development models of its neighbors. These positive developments occurred simultaneously, but then a national tragedy struck.Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioSupport the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

Macapagal's call for improved living conditions and governmental services for the Filipino people seemed genuine. He declared that he would be the president of both the rich and the poor. He also promised to rid the country of corruption and make it a better place to live. The question now is whether or not he actually succeeded in addressing the most pressing social and economic issues facing the Philippines during his presidency. And how about corruption?Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioSupport the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

In my last episode, I mentioned that President Magsaysay died in an airplane accident on March 17, 1957; Garcia, who had been elected vice president in November 1953, succeeded him. In the 1957 presidential election, Garcia came out on top, making him the eighth president of the country and the fourth president of the republic since its independence in 1946. His "Filipino First Policy," was a key initiative in realizing and securing Philippine economic independence and sovereignty.Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioSupport the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

Many Filipinos consider the administration of President Magsaysay to have been one of the least corrupt in recent memory. The years of his presidency are commonly referred to as the "Golden Years" of the Philippines. During this time, the Philippines' economy thrived, the military performed admirably, and the country's sports teams, cultural traditions, and foreign policy were recognized around the globe. The Philippines placed second on a list of the most orderly and well-managed Asian nations. Magsaysay's time in office was supposed to end on December 30, 1957, but a plane crash cut it short.Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioSupport the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

After serving as president of the Philippines, Elpidio Quirino is now largely forgotten. Although Quirino served longer in office than both his predecessor and his successor, he is not as well remembered. Many historic events, however, occurred during his presidency. Listen up to learn more!Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioSupport the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

This is the continuation and the conclusion of my year-end special "The Philippines in 2022," in which I discussed the first six months of the year in the last episode. Laws changed, disasters occurred, and so on. This episode is about what happened in the Philippines from July to December of last year. Enjoy!Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioSupport the showGet a shout-out in an upcoming episode! Help me continue making great content for listeners everywhere. Go ahead, click the link for more details: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2027631/supportFollow me on:IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

You guys, happy new year! Before I continue with my mini-series "Reality Check," I thought I'd give you guys a special year-end two-part episode as a way of saying THANK YOU for sticking with me on my podcast journey. In this episode and the next, we'll go back in time to see what happened in the Philippines in the year 2022. Enjoy!Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioIf you have any suggestions and helpful feedback, or even if you just want to reach out, email me at phillinginthegaps@gmail.com.IG: https://www.instagram.com/philandrewpodcast/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/philandrewpodcast

The Philippines was still reeling from the end of World War II when Roxas took office as the first president of the country's third republic. But what, exactly, did Roxas achieve during this dreadful time? Listen up to find out more!Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite: *President Roxas Philippines meets Truman and gives speech Newsreel PublicDomainFootage.com (PublicDomainFootage YouTube Video) Nigerian AmericanA podcast that explores the stories and experiences of Nigerian-Americans.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyIf you have any suggestions and helpful feedback, or even if you just want to reach out, email me at phillinginthegaps@gmail.com.IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifestorieswithphilandrew/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086699611274

One of President Osmeña's most significant legacies to the Philippines is the maintenance of cordial relations between the governments of the United States and the Philippines. He recognized the value in cultivating mutually beneficial relationships in order to help the Philippines recover economically after World War II. So, the President worked to keep their friendship and good will while leading the government-in-exile in Washington, and he continued doing so after he returned to the Philippines. Listen up to find out more about what he has done in our country, the Philippines.Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite: *Presidents' Speech Part 2 (President Osmeña, Roxas, Quirino and Magsaysay) (A History Channel (Teacher Gilbert YouTube Video) The Fred Pinto PodcastHow can we better harness human ingenuity toward living the good life? Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyIf you have any suggestions and helpful feedback, or even if you just want to reach out, email me at phillinginthegaps@gmail.com.IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifestorieswithphilandrew/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086699611274

It's not surprising that Filipinos refer to Jose P. Laurel with terms like "cat's paw," "servant," and "collaborator." Given that the Japanese used him as a puppet president during WWII, it seems reasonable to assume that this is the case. However, a lot of people seem to have forgotten that he was one of the most successful Filipinos ever because of the things he did during those difficult times. Was he really a puppet? Or a patriot?Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*Philippines President Jose P. Laurel declares a war against the USA and UK - September 23rd 1944 (A History Channel (Not Gossip) YouTube Video)The Fred Pinto PodcastHow can we better harness human ingenuity toward living the good life? Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyIf you have any suggestions and helpful feedback, or even if you just want to reach out, email me at phillinginthegaps@gmail.com.IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifestorieswithphilandrew/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086699611274

To continue my new miniseries entitled "Reality Check", join me as I explore and dig deeper into the history of Philippine presidential leadership, discussing each president's background, career highlights, setbacks, and failures. And as you listen along, I dare you to ask yourself, "Who is the best president?"Music:*24hr News by O2 StudioSound Bite:*[CC] Philippine President Manuel Quezon gives a speech in the US - 1942 (A History Channel (Not Gossip) YouTube Video)The Fred Pinto PodcastHow can we better harness human ingenuity toward living the good life? Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyIf you have any suggestions and helpful feedback, or even if you just want to reach out, email me at phillinginthegaps@gmail.com.IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifestorieswithphilandrew/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086699611274

This is the second half of the premiere episode of the brand new "Reality Check" series. From the Philippine Revolution to the events leading to World War II, Phil discusses the fascinating history of the Philippines in this episode. Listen to find out more!Music:*Tchaikovsky - Arabian Dance (From the Nutcracker Suite) by Leo Symphony Orchestra*24hr News by O2 StudioThe Fred Pinto PodcastHow can we better harness human ingenuity toward living the good life? Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyIf you have any suggestions and helpful feedback, or even if you just want to reach out, email me at phillinginthegaps@gmail.com.IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifestorieswithphilandrew/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086699611274

This is the premiere episode of the brand new "Reality Check" series. From prehistoric times to the events leading up to World War II, Phil discusses the fascinating history of the Philippines in this episode. So, how did the Philippines get started? Was it actually to our advantage that the Spanish and the Americans colonized the island? Listen to find out more!Music:*Tchaikovsky - Arabian Dance (From the Nutcracker Suite) by Leo Symphony Orchestra*24hr News by O2 StudioIf you have any suggestions and helpful feedback, or even if you just want to reach out, email me at phillinginthegaps@gmail.com.IG: https://www.instagram.com/dontlistentophil/FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086699611274

In this new series, "Reality Check," Phil will delve into the Philippines' fascinating and heartwarming history, as well as the mind-boggling controversies and conflicts that occurred decades, even centuries ago. Stay tuned!

Phil's discussion of P-pop, or Pinoy pop, continues. This episode of the new miniseries "Musika ng Pilipinas," focuses on the P-pop artists—both well-known and up-and-coming—who are currently shaping the landscape of the Philippine music industry.

Many people, not just in the Philippines but all over the world, are fans of P-pop acts. A new generation of Filipino artists is on the rise, and the world needs to get ready for them before they take over the world. There are, however, many people who, for lack of a better word, hate them, especially among Filipinos. The similarities between P-pop and K-pop are undeniable; both genres share a similar aesthetic in terms of clothing, choreography, music production, and even the visual presentation of promotional materials like music videos, posters, and album covers. And with just a quick glance at them, you can't help but wonder: is P-pop really just a K-pop rip-off?

Hip-hop in the Philippines has been around longer than anywhere else in Southeast Asia, and maybe even all of Asia. This is due to the fact that the Philippines was an American colony in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The result was that the Philippines became a hotbed for hip-hop before any other Asian country, including Japan. But before we get into the history of hip-hop in the Philippines, we should learn where it all began: in the South Bronx of New York City.

Continuing the miniseries "Musika ng Pilipinas," this is Part 2. Phil will be discussing the history and development of the iconic Manila Sound and Original Pilipino Music in this episode (OPM). Why did the Manila sound disappear? Is there ever a chance to bring it back? Listen up to find out more!

If there's one area in which Filipinos consistently excel, it's the music industry. Phil discusses the history, cultural context, and current state of Philippine music. This is the first episode of Phil's multi-part series "Musika ng Pilipinas," in which he explores the rich history and variety of Philippine music.

The discussion of lesser-known Philippine mythical creatures continues. Have you ever heard of the Sarangay? How does the Gawigawen sound? Phil discusses the origin, some intriguing tales, and other aspects of these fascinating creatures that are unknown to the majority of Filipinos.

Phil talks about some mythical creatures from the Philippines that most people probably don't know much about. Some people say that you shouldn't underestimate these things because they might surprise you one day and show you what they can really do. Do you have any suggestions or just anything you want to say? Reach out to me and send an email to dontlistentophil@gmail.com

In this final part of the Filipino Toxicity series, Phil discusses some of the unhealthy or destructive expectations that are upheld by Filipino families. Family dynamics in the Philippines have been compared to a "toxic" Filipino culture. Close family ties are put to the test when relatives feel free to talk about a family member's looks, job, marital status, or private life. This is how happy family gatherings can turn into things you hate. Do you agree? Reach out to me: dontlistentophil@gmail.com

This episode continues Phil's discussion of "Filipino Toxicity." He discusses generational gaps, the toxic "pasalubong" culture, and the reluctance of some Filipinos to discuss internalized racism.Reach out to me if you have something to say: philampong@gmail.com

We have all done one or two (or more) of the bad things that Filipinos do that will be talked about here. Even though these bad traits don't change the fact that Filipinos are a great people, it's sad that they keep bringing us down as individuals and as a country. So, for our own good and the good of our country, we must get rid of the following bad habits and ways of thinking.