Two Adings

Happy AAPI Heritage Month! Kicking off the month (and wrapping up bc we're late to the party) at Two Adings with an episode all about ~home~ What is “home” anyway??? A really good song by Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros? Yes. In this episode, Marielle and Krystal discuss what time away from home has shown them and their process of “working through” the ups of having your own life and the downs of missing places and people who feel like home. *this episode is uncut

Your two adings are back with the ~long pushed off~ episode surrounding their religious journeys. From cradle Christians to curious crystal investors, Marielle and Krystal discuss their own experiences with the church and how it has shaped some of their perspectives now.

Hey… after some life living and romanticizing, Marielle and Krystal talk about the way the world conspires to bring them back to their Fil-Am identity. From spontaneous Fil-Am driven events to simple instances of happenstance, the two adings are re-inspired and feeling good this FAHM.

Alexa, play all I want by Olivia Rodrigo because all we want is some real diversity in the media. This week, Marielle and Krystal revisit representation in Hollywood and media in general. Where are the brown skin Filipinos on screen? Is being half-Filipino only cool if the other half is white? And I think we all can agree no one is doing it like the king himself Bretman Rock.

So we know a girl, who knows a girl, who knows a girl... or however networking works. This week Marielle and Krystal are joined by special guest, Ann of @brownannbeautiful! They discuss what networking is including all of its wonders and work it takes, as well as how being part of the Fil-Am community helps form these great connections.

With it being the 26th episode, Two Adings is well into its 20s. In this episode Marielle and Krystal discuss the life lessons they've learned so far into their 20s revolving around friendships, the self, and more. Self reflection on your personal journey is good and can be fun, but like SZA said, "Good luck on them 20 somethings."

Happy anniversary to all of us! In this episode, Marielle and Krystal reflect on their favorite moments and celebrate their growth in the past year of Two Adings. Whether you’re a new listener or have been with us from the very—rough— beginning, we cannot thank you enough for joining us this past year!

Welcome to Two Adings (pronounced ah-dings)! A podcast about a couple of 20-something fine yung pinays sharing their experiences as first generation Fililpino-Americans trying to get through life.

A little more than a year into the pandemic, Marielle and Krystal discuss how it has affected their mental health. The two adings talk about when they were first made aware of mental health, how it’s perceived in the community, and what personally helps them.

With a world full of so much happening all at once, it's hard for things to make sense. In this episode, Marielle and Krystal talk about all the ~things~ going on in the world and their 2am thoughts. Touching on representation, the Scammys™, and navigating coping mechanisms. It's a doozy. Also, shoutout @ David!

Let’s keep it real, Marielle and Krystal are losing it during the pandemic and the only thing they’re holding onto by a thread are live shows. They share their favorite live show moments and what about a live show really makes it life changing. Come cry with them.

Alexa, play That’s What Friends Are For by Dionne Warwick. In this episode, Marielle and Krystal discuss what friendship means to them and how their views have changed, and are still changing, as they navigate their 20s. In conclusion, they tested positive for missing the homies.

Love. Luv. Lurrvvvee. However you say it. Whatever it means to you. Spread it! In this episode Marielle and Krystal rank their top Filipino love songs, talk expectations, and define what love means to them—for now.

The Asian Kid Guilt is real, but what does that even mean when you’re “grown” now? Marielle and Krystal take you on a trip, a feels trip if you will, and share their experiences and first instances with Asian Kid Guilt and what that means to them. Also, Krystal’s ready to throw hands.

It's 2021! New year, same old superstition. Open the windows and set up your 12 round fruits. Marielle and Krystal start off the new year by getting into some classic Filipino superstitions. Where do these Filipino superstitions come from? What are some common ones in the Filipino community? Is Krystal’s house haunted? These are the real questions that the two adings touch in this episode.

Let's unpack this year before we get to the gifts under the tree! Marielle and Krystal talk about Christmas memories and traditions from church tings to how they get to feeling festive. They also get sentimental taking a look back at this wild year and look forward to what the new year will bring (no pressure tho, 2021).

It’s the holiday szn and you know what that meeaaansss? Backhanded comments from relatives we see twice a year! In this episode, Marielle and Krystal get into Filipino beauty standards and how it’s affected them personally, spiraling into a journey of reflection and self love.

Pack up your balikbayan boxes because Marielle and Krystal are taking you on a little trip down memory lane. In this episode, Marielle and Krystal revisit the Philippines...kind of. They share some fond and funny memories from playing in the rain and getting rebonded hair on the mother island. No emotional baggage here, just snacks and shampoo.

Wrapping up FAHM 2020 with a lil celebration! In this week’s episode, Marielle and Krystal walk you through a typical Filipino party. From the shoes at the front door to building the perfect party plate to the random baby sleeping in your cousin’s room. -and then something about filipino hospitality and fun stories-

Kain na! This week, Marielle and Krystal are joined by Erik Quiocho, co-founder/co-owner of Kasama Cà Phê (and also Krystal’s cousin) who offers insight on the Filipino food movement. They go over the rise of Filipino food and the well deserved moment it’s having as well as some *spicy* food opinions.

SURPRISE! A little bonus episode for y'all. In this episode, Marielle and Krystal discuss The Debut (2001), a movie following a young Filipino-American boy who has been out of touch with his Filipino culture and goes against the grain of his father's expectations. The movie takes place the night of his sister's debut/cotillion, highlighting traditional Filipino party moments like the smorgasbord of Filipino food laid out, line dancing, and dramaaaaaa. Needless to say, Marielle and Krystal had many thoughts and feelings and this is now a Dante Basco fan account.

Grab a seat on the carpet and sit criss cross applesauce, it's story time! In this episode, Marielle and Krystal review a handful of intentionally Filipino stories from the film The Debut to the novel America Is Not the Heart and more. The representation! The breakthroughs! The long road we still have to go. 

How much Filipino-American history do we actually know? Not much, apparently! In this episode, Marielle and Krystal deep dive into Filipino-American history. They discuss the sacrifices and hardships of the first Filipinos to step foot onto America, the manongs who fought for union wages, the activism behind the International Hotel, and of course, all the thoughts and feelings that grow from learning about these events. 

A charcuterie board of an episode! We made it to 10 episodes y'all. Who'da thought? Not us! Enjoy this recap episode where Marielle and Krystal look back and reflect on this podcast journey, discuss their favorite topics thus far, and talk about a whole lot of something!

This week, Marielle and Krystal continue to add on to their never-ending identity crisis and talk about common Filipino stereotypes. Are they stereotypically Filipino? Do stereotypes define who we are as Fil-Ams?? Who knows!!! (not us, but we good y'all)

This episode is kind of all over the place, and that's okay! Who isn't??? This week, Marielle and Krystal talk about the Filipino core value of kapwa (kahp-wah) and how that relates to their upbringings in church. Growing up in the church is a Time™ but it shaped these gals are and they're doing just fine!

This is what dreams are made of - riding the fine line of trying to make your parents proud by being financially stable and dropping everything to move to a remote Greek island and sing ABBA songs. This week, Marielle and Krystal bring on special guest and good pal, Megan Lopez, to talk her journey in fulfilling her baking dreams while also trying to follow the path her parents set out for her. *cue in perfect by simple plan*

And the crown for Miss Representation goes to the Brown Pinays! In this week's episode, Marielle and Krystal discuss the woes of being represented in the media, but not really. They talk about Hollywood's movement towards diversity, the first time they "saw themselves" on screen, and shoutout the baddest b of them all - Miss Manny Santos.

We just want an ounce of range and talent. Is that too much to ask??? This week, Marielle and Krystal are talking MUSICALS. This episode has to do with a whole lot of nothing and everything.

We have our very first guest! This week, Marielle and Krystal are joined by Vanessa Carr, one of Marielle's oldest and closest friends. We're answering the hard hitting questions like, "who's your favorite Jonas Brother?" and "what's your favorite One Direction song?", and diving into Vanessa's experiences growing up half-Black, half-Filipino in the Fil-Am community.

Comb down your bangs and grab your ukulele, we’re revisiting what is arguably one of the most influential eras of YouTube. This week, Marielle and Krystal get deep into the OG Asian-American creators that paved the way for little noobs like us. We’re talking about AJ Rafael, Ryan Higa, HappySlip, Wong Fu Productions, etc, etc. It was a Cultural Reset™.

Time to settle in and unpack, y’all. This week, Marielle and Krystal discuss their Filipino-American upbringings, Marielle takes you on her journey of self-acceptance, and they try to figure out what even is a "-American”.

In this episode, Marielle and Krystal talk about life in quarantine, Krystal gets promoted from “my friend’s little sister” to “friend”, and they address the infamous question, “what are you?”

Welcome to Two Adings (pronounced ah-dings)! A podcast about a couple of 20-something fine yung pinays sharing their experiences as first generation Fililpino-Americans trying to get through life.