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Last time we spoke about the end of Operation Dan. In Yunnan, by late July, General Wei's Y Force worked to eliminate Japanese garrisons at Tengchong, Mount Song, Pingda, and Longling. The 33rd Army prepared for Operation Dan, anticipating resistance from General Honda's garrisons until September. The fall of Myitkyina prompted Honda to expedite his plans. Reinforcements were expected in Mandalay by September. General Matsuyama's forces, cut off and surrounded, provided support only through radio messages. At Tengchong, Colonel Kurashige vowed to defend against relentless attacks. Chinese forces, after intense fighting and bombing raids, breached the city's defenses. Despite heavy casualties, the Japanese resisted fiercely. Major Kanemitsu's garrison defended Moung Song with dwindling supplies. The Chinese forces employed siege tactics and underground mines to break Japanese strongholds. The Chinese launched coordinated attacks, capturing key positions and ultimately compelling Japanese retreats.  This episode is the Invasion of Morotai Welcome to the Pacific War Podcast Week by Week, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about world war two? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on world war two and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel you can find a few videos all the way from the Opium Wars of the 1800's until the end of the Pacific War in 1945.  After the Marianas fell and Sansapor was captured, the Allies set their sights on their next objectives: the Palaus and Halmahera, slated for simultaneous invasion by mid-September. The Japanese had stationed the 14th Division at Palau and the 32nd Division at Halmahera as their primary defenses. The Halmahera-Morotai area had not assumed much importance to the Japanese until early 1944, when they began to develop Halmahera as a focal point for the defense of the southern approaches to the Philippines. In addition to the 32d Division, the Japanese had on Halmahera innumerable service organizations, and they completed or had under construction nine airfields on the island, most of them in northern Halmahera. On that island they concentrated nearly 30,000 men, including at least 11,000 combat troops.  On Halmahera, General Ishii commanded approximately 11,000 troops to safeguard nine airfields, despite having already lost most of their air power. Meanwhile, Morotai Island was defended by around 500 Formosans of the 2nd Raiding Unit, led by Major Kawashima Takenobu. General Ishii planned to counterattack from Halmahera if the Allies landed on Morotai, but soon realized Allied air and naval superiority would foil these efforts. Following their defeat in the Marianas, Tokyo reassigned the Bonin Area Group directly under its command and placed the Palau Area Group under the Southern Army, leaving General Mugikura's 31st Army to defend Truk and other isolated outposts. General Inoue fortified Palau with elaborate defenses along the coast and inland, manned by 21,000 Imperial Japanese Army (IJA) troops, 7,000 Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) personnel, and 10,000 laborers.  The IJN had by 1944 constructed numerous reinforced concrete blockhouses and bunkers plus dug an extensive tunnel system near the end of the northeast peninsula as well as taking full advantage of Peleliu's natural caves. This elaborate, multi-level tunnel system could shelter 1000 troops. These defenses, tunnels, the airfield, and the many support facilities were built by the 204th, 214th, and 235th Construction Battalions, mostly manned by Koreans and Okinawans. Detachments of the guard forces manned eight 120mm dual-purpose, and about three 200mm coast defense guns. There was no ammunition for the 200mm short guns nor did any ships report being fired on by coast defense guns. The 114th and 126th Anti-aircraft Units manned single and twin-barreled 25mm automatic guns (estimated at 30) and 13.2mm machine guns. A dozen 20mm cannons, removed from destroyed aircraft, were set up on makeshift mounts, mostly around the airfield. His strategy emphasized prolonged attrition over suicidal charges, aiming to exhaust the American forces. In preparation for the intense pre-landing bombardment, Inoue instructed his troops to utilize natural terrain features like coral caves and sinkholes, tactics that proved effective against the advancing Allies.Based in Koror, the Japanese commander stationed Colonel Nakagawa Kunio's 2nd Regiment on Peleliu, the reinforced 1st Battalion of the 59th Regiment on Angaur, and deployed the 15th and 59th Regiments across Babelthuap and other islands. Major-General Yamaguchi Takeo's 53rd Independent Mixed Brigade defended the central islands, complemented by 4,000 personnel from the Imperial Japanese Navy on Peleliu.  Prior to General Inoue's arrival in the Palaus, the defense of the Palaus had been under the command of Vice-Admiral Ito Yoshioka. Upon his arrival on Koror, where he established his headquarters, Inoue appointed Colonel Nakagawa Kunio as Peleliu's new commander, with his 2nd Regiment (Reinforced). Nakagawa was a most able commander, possibly one of Japan's finest defensive tacticians, in the same league as General Kuribayashi on Iwo Jima. Nakagawa would make full use of all his defenses and troops on Peleliu, making the Americans pay dearly for every inch, as he had been ordered to do. Although a very capable commander, the appointment of an Army colonel over a Navy vice-admiral caused a great rift between the Army and Navy on Peleliu, which deteriorated into farce. To resolve matters and calm the Navy down somewhat, Inoue sent Major-General Murai Kenjiro from his headquarters on Koror Island to Peleliu to provide the Army with sufficient rank to satisfy the vice-admiral's honor, although the defense of Peleliu seems, to practical purposes, to have remained in the hands of Nakagawa. It appears that Murai, after inspecting Nakagawa's defensive works and battle plans for the defense of Peleliu, was content to let Nakagawa continue without interference from himself, lending only the weight of his rank to acquire the required cooperation of the Navy elements on Peleliu. Nakagawa, divided the island into four defense sectors, each manned by an infantry battalion. His 1st Battalion, alongside the 14th Division Tank Unit and Engineer Company, served as a mobile reserve for counterattacks against potential landings. Meanwhile, Admirals Nimitz and Halsey had been planning Operation Stalemate, targeting Palau since May 29. Originally slated for September 8, General Geiger's 3rd Amphibious Corps would assault Peleliu and Angaur, with General Hodge's 24th Corps landing on Babelthuap.  Intelligence was gathered by aerial reconnaissance photographs. Also, in June 1944 the submarine USS Seawolf (SS-197) carried out photographic reconnaissance of the invasion landing beaches. A further reconnaissance was carried out by the submarine USS Burrfish (SS-312) on Peleliu and Yap beaches. An 11-man reconnaissance group of underwater demolition team (UDT) frogmen landed on the Peleliu beaches from the Burrfish for closer investigation relating to water depth, location of potholes and sandbars, and obstacles. With thousands of Japanese on the island they understandably did not reconnoiter inland, and the rugged terrain of the interior would come as an unpleasant surprise to the Marines. A similar operation was carried out on the Yap invasion beaches, but this time only two of a five-man reconnaissance team made it back to the pick-up point. After several unsuccessful attempts to locate their missing comrades the remaining two men returned to the Burrfish. After this incident, Admiral Nimitz banned any further missions of this type. Given delays in the Guam operation, Operation Stalemate was canceled on July 7, replaced by Stalemate II.  An unusual staff arrangement was established to plan Stalemate II. IIIAC was committed to take Guam under General Geiger. The IIIAC staff would thus be unable to plan the Palaus operation, which it was to execute. Consequently, Major General Julian Smith, designated to command the Expeditionary Troops, was tasked to plan the operation using his own small staff augmented by some IIIAC staff officers. This temporary planning staff was designated X-Ray Provisional Amphibious Corps. It would plan the operation and IIIAC would execute it – an awkward arrangement, but necessary in order to maintain the increasing tempo of operations. As Commander, Expeditionary Troops, Smith was also to be in control of all ground action in the western Carolines; a position roughly analogous to that of General Krueger of ALAMO Force in the Southwest Pacific. X-Ray was finally dissolved on August 15, 1944. This revised plan scheduled Geiger's forces to land on Peleliu with the 1st Marine Division and on Angaur with the 81st Division on September 15, while the 77th Division remained in floating reserve and the 5th Marine Division in area reserve. Then, on October 8th, the 24th Corps planned to launch an assault on the islands of Yap and Ulithi in the western Carolines. This was aimed at securing an additional airfield and fully neutralizing Truk and the remaining islands in the group. For this operation, Halsey divided his 3rd Fleet into two main echelons: his Task Force 30, which included covering forces such as Admiral Mitscher's Fast Carrier Task Force (now Task Force 38), and Admiral Wilkinson's Task Force 31, the Joint Expeditionary Force. At Peleliu, General Rupertus' 1st Marine Division was to land with five battalions advancing over the White and Orange Beaches on the southwest coast. The 1st Marines were to land on the left, pushing up the western shore to clear Japanese forces from ridges overlooking the airfield; the 5th Marines would land in the center to secure the airfield; and the 7th Marines on the right to capture the southern end of the island. Meanwhile, at Angaur, Major-General Paul Mueller's 81st Division planned a two-pronged amphibious assault. The 322nd Regiment was to land on Red Beach on the northeast coast, while the 321st Regiment would land on Blue Beach about 2000 yards to the southeast. Both forces would then push inland to secure a first phase line approximately 300 yards from the beaches, before continuing their advance west and south. The reserve 323rd Regiment was tasked with a feint landing at Beach Black on the northwest coast, with potential deployment to Ulithi if the Palau operations proved successful. Meanwhile, General MacArthur aimed to establish an airbase in the Halmahera area, strategically positioned between the Vogelkop and Mindanao. This location would provide crucial flank protection against Japanese forces in the Dutch East Indies and support land-based operations for the upcoming invasion of Mindanao. Optimistically, in mid-June, MacArthur had tentatively scheduled the invasion of Mindanao for October 25. Nimitz, however, believed that MacArthur's hope of reaching Mindanao by October 25 was too optimistic. During conferences at Pearl Harbor in July, called at the suggestion of Nimitz to coordinate Southwest and Central Pacific plans for the Morotai, Palau, and Mindanao operations, Southwest Pacific planners learned that less amphibious craft and assault shipping could be made available to them than had previously been anticipated. Moreover, restudy of range and weather factors made it appear somewhat risky to depend upon the ability of Morotai-based aircraft to provide air support for Southwest Pacific forces on Mindanao after carriers had to leave the latter area and before airdromes could be developed there. To obtain adequate land-based air support for the Mindanao invasion force, MacArthur returned to discarded plans to seize air-base sites on the Talaud Islands, about equidistant from Morotai and Sarangani Bay, Mindanao, where the first landings in the Philippines were then scheduled to take place. The employment of amphibious means for the Talaud operation would delay preparations for Mindanao, as would the development of airdromes on the Talauds. Finally, to have the invasion of Mindanao take place much before the middle of November would involve a conflict in timing with anticipated employment of assault shipping and carrier support by Admiral Nimitz for the occupation of Yap and Ulithi in the western Carolines, an operation scheduled for the first week in October. MacArthur therefore revised his program to call for the invasion of Morotai on September 15, the Talauds on October 15, and Mindanao on November 15. As Allied carriers were engaged in the Palau operation, MacArthur needed a target within range of fighters and medium bombers stationed at Sansapor. Thus, Morotai Island was chosen for Operation Tradewind due to its perceived light defenses and ample space for airfield and light naval base facilities. General Krueger selected the 31st Division and the 126th Regiment, totaling approximately 28,000 troops under the overall command of General Hall's 11th Corps, for this operation. Admiral Barbey's Task Force 77, comprising 12 destroyers, 2 APAs, 5 APDs, 1 LSD, 39 LCIs, 12 LSTs, and 12 LCTs, along with a covering force led by Admiral Berkey and an escort carrier force under Rear-Admiral Thomas Sprague, facilitated the amphibious movement. Additionally, Vice-Admiral John McCain's fast carrier group provided support. Anticipating minimal resistance, the landings were planned near prospective airfield sites on the Doroeba Plain in southwest Morotai. General Hall's strategy involved the 155th and 167th Regiments landing on Red Beach on the southwestern coast to swiftly capture the abandoned Pitoe Drome and secure the new Pitoe Airfield site. Meanwhile, the 124th Regiment landed at White Beach, about 1500 yards to the south, to secure the Gila Peninsula and the Wama Airfield site. The reserve 126th Regiment was scheduled to land the following day, with its 1st Battalion initially supporting the 124th Regiment's operations at the beachhead. Both the Palau and Morotai operations were supported by a coordinated strategic air support program. Admiral Hoover's land-based aircraft were tasked with neutralizing Japanese airfields at various islands including Yap, Woleai, Truk, Ponape, Pagan, Bonin, and Marcus Islands. Concurrently, General Kenney's Allied Air Forces reinforced these efforts and targeted enemy air centers in Palau, Mindanao, western Dutch New Guinea, Halmahera, the Talaud Islands, the Moluccas, the Celebes, and the Arafura Sea islands. Additionally, Mitscher's fast carriers embarked on an ambitious campaign, launching strikes from the Bonin and Volcano Islands to the Palaus and Mindanao between late August and the start of the invasions.  This strike had a twofold objective: the temporary neutralization of Japanese airfields on those island groups and, more important, the creation of a diversion on the north preceding stronger attacks against targets in the Philippines and western Carolines. Carrier action in the latter area was to begin on 6 September, with strikes on the Palaus, Yap, and Ulithi. The bulk of the carrier forces was to leave the western Carolines on the afternoon of the 8th to take up positions off Mindanao. Japanese airfields on Mindanao presented difficult targets because they were scattered over that large island, but it was believed that the cluster of airfields and associated installations in the Davao area would provide profitable targets for carrier-based aircraft attacks. The Davao and Sarangani Bay areas, as well as Japanese shipping routes from Davao to Zamboanga and thence north toward Manila, were also expected to provide profitable targets. Strikes against airdromes and shipping in the Mindanao area were to be carried out on 9 and 10 September, while on the 10th and 11th part of the carrier force was to hit the Palaus and Yap-Ulithi again. Rear-Admiral Ralph Davison's carrier-launched aircraft struck Chichi Jima and Iwo Jima from August 31 to September 2. The Fast Carrier Task Force continued with strikes on Yap and the Palaus from September 6 to 8, and on Mindanao from September 9 to 10. Enemy air resistance was surprisingly weak throughout these operations, prompting Halsey to redirect plans for a follow-up attack on Mindanao to the Central Philippines. While the Japanese forces in the Philippines hastened to complete preparations against anticipated Allied invasion, enemy carrier-borne aircraft served sudden warning on September 9 that the date of this invasion was fast drawing near. In the first large-scale air operation by the Allies against the Philippines, an estimated 400 carrier planes staged a devastating ten-hour offensive against southern Mindanao, concentrating their attacks on Davao, Sarangani, Cagayan and Digos. Since Japanese air patrols had failed to discover the enemy task force, the attacks achieved complete surprise and inflicted widespread and severe damage to ground installations, airfields, anchorages, and lines of communication. Reconnaissance units of the 1st Air Fleet immediately flew off search missions, which revealed that the attacks originated from three enemy naval task groups boldly maneuvering in the waters southeast of Mindanao. As per the Sho-Go directives, however, the 1st Air Fleet withheld retaliatory action pending further developments. Ground and naval units in the Davao area were nevertheless ordered on the alert to meet the possible contingency that an invasion attempt would follow the air strikes, and the Japanese armed forces throughout southern Mindanao became tense with expectancy. A feeling of nervousness gripped the weak local forces at Davao and rapidly spread to the large Japanese civilian colony. A wave of wild rumors swept the city. On September 10, a second series of heavy enemy raids aggravated this state of alarm. The city and harbor were reduced to a shambles and communications paralyzed. Panic and civil disorder broke out.  Less than 48 hours after the termination of the raids on Mindanao, the enemy struck again; this time in the central Philippines. On the morning of 12 September, a navy radar picket station on Suluan Island, in Leyte Gulf, broadcast over the general air-warning net that a vast formation of enemy carrier planes was heading westward toward the Visayas. Since the Suluan Island lookout was only about twenty minutes' flying time from Cebu, the air forces there could not be alerted quickly enough to put up an effective defense. By 0920 the enemy planes were already swarming over the Cebu airfields, where the main fighter strength of the First Air Fleet was based following its transfer from Davao. Although the attacks extended over the entire Visayan area and later took in Tawitawi, in the Sulu Archipelago, the Cebu fields appeared to be the principal objective. In the three days over which this air offensive continued, the First Air Fleet suffered damage to 50 Zero fighters on Cebu alone, while in other areas 30 additional aircraft of all types were rendered non-operational. Flight personnel suffered numerous casualties, and training was disrupted. Heavy damage was also sustained by Army air units. The 13th Air Brigade, made up of Type I fighters, was so hard hit that it had to be ordered back to Japan for regrouping, while the 45th Fighter­bomber Regiment was reduced to half strength. In addition, 11 transports totalling 27,000 gross tons and 13 naval combat vessels were sent to the bottom of Cebu harbor.The unexpected weakness in enemy air defenses led Nimitz to reconsider bypassing Yap and Mindanao, instead focusing forces on an early invasion of Leyte. McCain's group continued with attacks on Zamboanga, the Talauds, and Menado en route to Morotai. Meanwhile, between September 1 and 14, Kenney's aircraft conducted heavy raids on Japanese air bases within range of Morotai, effectively isolating the island. Targeted locations included Halmahera, the northern Celebes, Ceram, western New Guinea, and Mindanao. After rehearsals and preparations were completed, Barbey's convoy departed Aitape on September 9. Two days later, they rendezvoused at Maffin Bay with the majority of General Persons' 31st Division. The entire convoy departed the area on September 12, joined the next day by the covering force and escort carriers. The voyage proceeded smoothly, and Barbey successfully reached Morotai on the morning of September 15. Meanwhile, McCain's carrier aircraft conducted a bombing and strafing mission over Japanese air bases in the Manado area, destroying 28 enemy aircraft. Kenney's bombers also struck Japanese air installations on Batjan Island, while Berkey's cruisers and destroyers shelled enemy positions along Galela Bay. Barbey's surface warships conducted a bombardment of the landing area. During the naval and air bombardment, assault ships moved into their assigned positions west of the landing beaches efficiently and without confusion. The initial waves formed quickly and landed the 155th and 167th Regiments on Red Beach at 08:30, followed by the 124th Regiment on White Beach one minute later. Encountering no opposition, the troops swiftly reorganized on shore and advanced toward their objectives inland. By 13:00, the 167th Regiment had secured Pitoe Drome, and by 15:00, Colonel Starr's 1st Battalion had secured Gila Peninsula. Other units also advanced inland, establishing the 2000-yard beachhead line. Although there were some minor skirmishes, the Japanese could not mount significant resistance against the overwhelming Allied force and retreated into Morotai's rugged interior. The day's action resulted in seven wounded among the 124th Regiment and the loss of twelve Japanese soldiers, with one captured. Beach conditions, however, proved unexpectedly poor, severely hindering the unloading efforts. Consequently, starting on September 16, all the LSTs, along with numerous LCTs and LCMs, had to be unloaded at Blue Beach, a favorable landing spot on Pitoe Bay's shores. Simultaneously, as the reserve 126th Regiment was disembarking, Persons resumed advancing inland against minimal opposition. Swiftly, they secured a perimeter around the Pitoe Drome area, spanning over 7000 yards wide and approximately 5000 yards deep. Following this, American patrols were dispatched to eliminate small Japanese groups, radar stations and observation posts were established on various offshore islands and Morotai's coastline, and efforts were made to expand the perimeter to the Sabatai River to accommodate additional bivouacs and supply installations.  Leaving Morotai behind, attention shifts to Burma to explore the aftermath of Operation U-Go. Following the decisive victories at Imphal-Kohima, General Slim opted to pursue retreating Japanese forces toward the Chindwin River, despite the need for rest among his weary British-Indian divisions. Consequently, the 23rd Division spearheaded the pursuit to Tamu, at the head of the Kabaw Valley, where Major-General Charles Fowkes' 11th East African Division took over in early August. Meanwhile, to the south, General Evans' 5th Division pressed toward Tiddim, encountering stubborn resistance from General Tanaka's 33rd Division. Slim's strategy aimed for both divisions to eliminate remaining Japanese forces west of the Chindwin and converge at Kalemyo. Subsequently, the Tiddim road would be abandoned as a supply route in favor of the Kabaw Valley and aerial resupply drops. As a result, the 31st Division, now led by Lieutenant-General Kawata Tsuchitaro, successfully reached Sittaung. Their mission was to cover the withdrawal of other units in the region. Meanwhile, the 33rd Division faced challenges as it conducted delaying actions along the Tiddim road, with the added threat of East African forces potentially cutting off their withdrawal route towards Yazagyo. Japanese delaying tactics were always the same, and the means of dealing with them was also always the same. A crater would be found beyond which the lead infantry would come under fire and would have to be filled or covered using a Valentine bridgelayer, while air strikes would break up the blocking position to allow tanks from 3rd Carabiniers forward to support them. To disrupt Tanaka's communications south of the road, an ad hoc light unit, the Lushai Brigade, was deployed. By mid-August, General Mutaguchi ordered his forces to commence withdrawal towards the Zibyu Range. The 15th and 31st Divisions were directed to cross the Chindwin River by August 25, despite shortages of small boats. At the beginning of the crossing operation, a serious setback was experienced. It had been planned to bring small boats upstream to the crossing area with supplies for the Army and to utilize the same boats to evacuate casualties and heavy weapons south to Kalewa. Because of the enemy air activity over the Chindwin River, it was impossible to bring the boats to the crossing points. As a result, approximately 3000 sick and wounded were forced to cross the river and continue to the rear on foot with increasingly heavy death losses. By August 31, they were expected to reach the eastern bank of the Chindwin, with the 15th Division consolidating along the Pinbon-Pinlebu line by the end of September and the 31st Division reaching Shwebo by mid-October. By the end of August, key command changes occurred following the setbacks of Operation U-Go. Lieutenant-General Katamura Shihachi replaced General Mutaguchi as commander of the 15th Army, while Lieutenant-General Kimura Heitaro took over from General Kawabe as commander of the Burma Area Army. Kimura Heitaro, noted for his strategic flexibility and acumen, subsequently directed the 33rd Army to secure a defensive line from Lashio to Mandalay, safeguarding the right flank of the 15th Army. The 15th Army, in turn, was tasked with holding the Irrawaddy River from Mandalay to Pakkoku, while the 28th Army was assigned to defend the Yenangyaung oilfields, the Arakan coast, and the Rangoon delta. Meanwhile, on September 12, the 33rd Division crossed the Manipur River and proceeded with their retreat towards the Kabaw valley. They left the 215th Regiment to guard the rear at Tonzang, while units of the 5th Division infiltrated the area between Tonzang and Kalemyo to disrupt Tanaka's withdrawal and mount significant attacks against the 215th. By September 20, the Japanese forces were forced back to Tiddim, where the 214th Regiment covered the retreat of the rest of the division. Simultaneously, the 26th King's African Rifles moved east from Tamu to Sittang, crossing the Chindwin River on September 8 to assess enemy strength across the river and prepare bridgeheads for a broader crossing. Encountering unexpectedly strong resistance, they were compelled to retreat back across the river. Under persistent pressure, the Japanese evacuated Tiddim on the night of October 6. Tanaka consolidated his division in the Kalemyo-Kalewa area by the end of October, while pursuing forces captured Fort White and Kennedy Peak. On October 10, the 4th King's African Rifles launched an assault on Leik Ridge, suffering significant casualties but ultimately securing the main hill twelve days later. Meanwhile, after withdrawing from Mogaung, the 53rd Division regrouped at Mawhun by September 10, where they successfully defended against enemy units until the end of the month. They then retreated towards Pinwe and came under the command of the 15th Army on October 5. Following the Quebec conference in September, a strategic overview of Burma emerged: the Combined Chiefs of Staff approved two plans. The first, codenamed Dracula, proposed an amphibious assault on Rangoon with a target date of March 15, 1945. The second plan, Capital, aimed at the conquest of north and central Burma, with General Slim suggesting an overland capture of Rangoon as part of the operation. Initially skeptical, the Americans reluctantly agreed to Dracula, contingent on ensuring that northern Burma received adequate resources. However, due to Allied setbacks at Arnhem and during the Battle of the Bulge, it became clear that reinforcements from the European theater could not be spared for the Rangoon offensive. Consequently, it was announced that the operation would need to be postponed until after the 1945 monsoon season. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. After intense Allied operations in the Pacific, including the capture of the Marianas and Sansapor, attention turned to the Palaus and Halmahera. Japanese defenses were formidable, with significant troop concentrations and elaborate fortifications. Despite setbacks, Allied forces meticulously planned and executed operations, paving the way for further strategic advances in the region.

In today's minisode Chelsea tells us a story from Visayan sea in the Phillippines about a greedy mom whose daughter Aliwan falls in love with the son of sea god Marag-sa-tubig. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/savethemermaids/support

In this episode, let's talk about a creature from Visayan mythology, that are known as failed Aswangs that rise from their graves to kill humans by biting their necks or tickling them to death. Host/Script Writer: Ethan Researcher: Yana Aldana Podcast title suggested by Djhaemy Nazareno Support the podcast: ⁠Patreon⁠ GCASH: 09272811669 Music: The Path of the Goblin King by Kevin MacLeod Link: ⁠https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4503-the-path-of-the-goblin-king⁠ License: ⁠https://filmmusic.io/standard-license⁠ ... Source: https://zombie.fandom.com/wiki/Amalanhig “Amalanhig.” MythMuseum, mythmuseum.weebly.com/amalanhig.html. Accessed 9 Mar. 2022. ·    “---.” Academic Dictionaries and Encyclopedias, en-academic.com/dic.nsf/enwiki/11239918. Accessed 9 Mar. 2022. ·    Clark, Jordan. “MARANHIG: Zombies of the Philippines.” THE ASWANG PROJECT, The Aswang Project, 2 Feb. 2022, www.aswangproject.com/maranhig. ·    “Amalanhig | Myths and Folklore Wiki | Fandom.” Myths and Folklore Wiki, Wikipedia, mythus.fandom.com/wiki/Amalanhig. Accessed 9 Mar. 2022. ·    Leviathan101. “Philippine Folklore † AMALANHIG.” Steemit, steemit.com/scary/@leviathan101/philippine-folklore-amalanhig. Accessed 9 Mar. 2022. https://steemit.com/scary/@leviathan101/philippine-folklore-amalanhig Ramos, Maximo D. The Aswang Syncrasy in Philipine Folklore. Philippine Folklore Society, 1971 Ramos, Maximo D. The Creatures of Midnight. Phoenix Publishing, 1990 Ruiz, Ruel N. Elemental, Engkanto, Atbp. Of Man and Myths https://stoicaswang.wordpress.com/2018/06/12/amalanhig/ https://www.aswangproject.com/maranhig/  http://enraged_demoness.tripod.com/id22.htm

In this episode, we'll explore a creature in Visayan folklore with a body adorned with numerous eyes. Host/Script Writer/Researcher: Ethan Podcast title suggested by Djhaemy Nazareno Support the podcast: ⁠Patreon⁠ GCASH: 09272811669 Music: The Path of the Goblin King by Kevin MacLeod Link: ⁠https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4503-the-path-of-the-goblin-king⁠ License: ⁠https://filmmusic.io/standard-license⁠ ..... Sources: https://ncca.gov.ph/about-culture-and-arts/in-focus/the-ambiguous-voice-of-the-person-and-its-double-in-the-agusanen-manobo-song-ted-em/ https://phspirits.com/daligmata-2/ https://pantheon.org/articles/d/daligmata.html Book: Mga Nilalang na Kagilas-Gilas by Edgar Samar

In The Archival Afterlives of Philippine Cinema (Duke University Press, 2024), Bliss Cua Lim draws on cultural policy, queer and feminist theory, materialist media studies, and postcolonial historiography to analyze the crisis-ridden history of Philippine film archiving—a history of lost films, limited access, and collapsed archives. Rather than denigrate underfunded Philippine audiovisual archives in contrast to institutions in the global North, this book shows how archival practices of making do can inspire alternative theoretical and historical approaches to cinema. Lim examines formal state and corporate archives, analyzing restorations of the last nitrate film and a star-studded lesbian classic as well as archiving under the Marcos dictatorship. She also foregrounds informal archival efforts: a cinephilic video store specializing in vintage Tagalog classics; a microcuratorial initiative for experimental films; and guerilla screenings for rural Visayan audiences. Throughout, Lim centers the improvisational creativity of audiovisual archivists, collectors, advocates, and amateurs who embrace imperfect access in the face of inhospitable conditions. Jen Hoyer is Technical Services and Electronic Resources Librarian at CUNY New York City College of Technology. Jen edits for Partnership Journal and organizes with the TPS Collective. She is co-author of What Primary Sources Teach: Lessons for Every Classroom and The Social Movement Archive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In The Archival Afterlives of Philippine Cinema (Duke University Press, 2024), Bliss Cua Lim draws on cultural policy, queer and feminist theory, materialist media studies, and postcolonial historiography to analyze the crisis-ridden history of Philippine film archiving—a history of lost films, limited access, and collapsed archives. Rather than denigrate underfunded Philippine audiovisual archives in contrast to institutions in the global North, this book shows how archival practices of making do can inspire alternative theoretical and historical approaches to cinema. Lim examines formal state and corporate archives, analyzing restorations of the last nitrate film and a star-studded lesbian classic as well as archiving under the Marcos dictatorship. She also foregrounds informal archival efforts: a cinephilic video store specializing in vintage Tagalog classics; a microcuratorial initiative for experimental films; and guerilla screenings for rural Visayan audiences. Throughout, Lim centers the improvisational creativity of audiovisual archivists, collectors, advocates, and amateurs who embrace imperfect access in the face of inhospitable conditions. Jen Hoyer is Technical Services and Electronic Resources Librarian at CUNY New York City College of Technology. Jen edits for Partnership Journal and organizes with the TPS Collective. She is co-author of What Primary Sources Teach: Lessons for Every Classroom and The Social Movement Archive. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/southeast-asian-studies

In The Archival Afterlives of Philippine Cinema (Duke University Press, 2024), Bliss Cua Lim draws on cultural policy, queer and feminist theory, materialist media studies, and postcolonial historiography to analyze the crisis-ridden history of Philippine film archiving—a history of lost films, limited access, and collapsed archives. Rather than denigrate underfunded Philippine audiovisual archives in contrast to institutions in the global North, this book shows how archival practices of making do can inspire alternative theoretical and historical approaches to cinema. Lim examines formal state and corporate archives, analyzing restorations of the last nitrate film and a star-studded lesbian classic as well as archiving under the Marcos dictatorship. She also foregrounds informal archival efforts: a cinephilic video store specializing in vintage Tagalog classics; a microcuratorial initiative for experimental films; and guerilla screenings for rural Visayan audiences. Throughout, Lim centers the improvisational creativity of audiovisual archivists, collectors, advocates, and amateurs who embrace imperfect access in the face of inhospitable conditions. Jen Hoyer is Technical Services and Electronic Resources Librarian at CUNY New York City College of Technology. Jen edits for Partnership Journal and organizes with the TPS Collective. She is co-author of What Primary Sources Teach: Lessons for Every Classroom and The Social Movement Archive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/film

In The Archival Afterlives of Philippine Cinema (Duke University Press, 2024), Bliss Cua Lim draws on cultural policy, queer and feminist theory, materialist media studies, and postcolonial historiography to analyze the crisis-ridden history of Philippine film archiving—a history of lost films, limited access, and collapsed archives. Rather than denigrate underfunded Philippine audiovisual archives in contrast to institutions in the global North, this book shows how archival practices of making do can inspire alternative theoretical and historical approaches to cinema. Lim examines formal state and corporate archives, analyzing restorations of the last nitrate film and a star-studded lesbian classic as well as archiving under the Marcos dictatorship. She also foregrounds informal archival efforts: a cinephilic video store specializing in vintage Tagalog classics; a microcuratorial initiative for experimental films; and guerilla screenings for rural Visayan audiences. Throughout, Lim centers the improvisational creativity of audiovisual archivists, collectors, advocates, and amateurs who embrace imperfect access in the face of inhospitable conditions. Jen Hoyer is Technical Services and Electronic Resources Librarian at CUNY New York City College of Technology. Jen edits for Partnership Journal and organizes with the TPS Collective. She is co-author of What Primary Sources Teach: Lessons for Every Classroom and The Social Movement Archive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/communications

Happy 2024! While the show is still on a break, I'll be releasing bonus episodes speaking with devotees of various deities and spirits. Today, I share what led me to become a devotee of the Filipino (Visayan) goddess Dalikamata, and I speak with Angelica Cresci, a devotee of Hades, King of the Underworld in the Greek pantheon.Angelica Cresci: https://www.angelicacresci.com/

46: UNDER THE SEA | Magwayen, the Hiligaynon Goddess of the Underworld and of the Sea Talk about a career shift!  How does a Goddess who co-created humanity (the first ever collab) end up being a psychopomp and ruler of the underworld?  What in pre-colonial Visayan belief would make you end up in the “good place,” and what do crocodiles have to do with it? In this episode, we learn about Magwayen's quite unexpected journey, her family, the traditions of the pre-colonial Visayans, dragon battles, and her magical shells.  We also dive into (pun intended) Magwayen's depictions in modern day and how she still continues to inspire from the depths of the underworld and sea.  — The Gods Must Be Crazy is a podcast on Philippine Mythology hosted by friends Anama Dimapilis and Ice Lacsamana, avid mythology nerds and semi-professional gossips. Follow us over at @godsmustbecrazy.pod on Instagram and Facebook for more good stuff. We welcome any suggestions on future topics or episodes.  You can also join us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/thegodsmustbecrazypodcast. You can also find us on Youtube – Gods Must Be Crazy Podcast channel, where we post some of our episodes and interviews. For other inquiries, please email us at godsmustbecrazy.pod@gmail.com The intro and outro music is by Brian O'Reilly (@dendriform on Instagram). — References/Further Reading: https://www.hellapinay.com/article/2016/11/16/magwayen-bisayan-goddess-of-the-sea Visayan Myths of the Philippines, Pinoy-Culture, Philippine Folklore Stories by John Maurice Miller  https://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/local-news/how-the-visayans-honored-the-dead  https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/300558/how-ancient-visayans-revered-the-dead  https://vizayanmyths.blogspot.com/2013/05/magwayen-maguayan.html  https://diwatahan.tumblr.com/post/145514840518/b-i-s-a-y-a-n-m-y-t-h-o-l-o-g-y-s-e-r-i-e-s https://tl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magwayen  https://www.tipplehampercompany.com/gin-bottles/psychopomp-magwayen-gin/ https://www.instagram.com/magwayenbistro/` --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/godsmustbecrazypod/message

Season 1: Act 3Alala (Memory / Worry)DJ In The Dark shares their experiences with an unsettled Toronto. Other Mari tells the story of people you may know.-Content Warnings: Mentions of attempted murder, paranoia, homophobia, religious nationalism, politically charged murder-Songs featured: "Thinkin Blues" "I Ain't Got Nobody" and "Dyin' By The Hour" by Bessie Smith"Ili-ili Tulog Anay", a Visayan lullaby-Hi Nay is a podcast produced by Motzie Dapul and Reg Geli and is licensed under a creative commons attribution noncommercial sharealike 4.0 international license.Today's episode was written and directed by Motzie Dapul, who also plays the role of Other Mari. The role of DJ is played by Yoyi Halago, the role of Donner is played by Leon Johnson, and the role of Evelyn Wai is played by Natalie.-SUPPORT OUR FUNDRAISER: https://ko-fi.com/hinaypodSpecial Thanks to our brand new co-producer, Jesse Goodsell, for continuing to support us and our work!-LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PODCAST: hinaypod.com-SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL! WATCH EPISODE PREMIERES LIVE and chat with other listeners!https://www.youtube.com/HiNayPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arjunan was determined and  even Thilothamai beauty didn't disturb him.

Undas - Evelyn Wai finds secret pages from Elaine O'Domnhall's journal, detailing her time with the unnamed Journalist. Mari tries to guide the partygoers to safety, thwarted by Lori's sadistic game.  - Content Warnings: Strong language, Death, moderately detailed description of mutilation - Songs featured:  "Graveyard Dream Blues" by Bessie Smith "Ili-ili Tulog Anay", a Visayan lullaby  - Hi Nay is a podcast produced by Motzie Dapul and Reg Geli and is licensed under a creative commons attribution noncommercial sharealike 4.0 international license. Today's episode was written and directed by Motzie Dapul, who also plays the role of Mari and Lori. The role of Evelyn is played by Natalie, Abe is played by Matt Gador. The various partygoers are played by our amazing Discord community members: Woxie HC, Rebecca Lynn Scott, Edward McKee, and Alyssa Gimenez. - Transcript: https://hinaypod.tumblr.com/transcripts  Official blog: https://hinaypod.tumblr.com  Podbean: https://hinaypod.podbean.com/  Facebook: https://facebook.com/hinaypod  Twitter and Instagram: @hinaypod - Subscribe to our youtube channel to watch the episode premiere along with other listeners: https://www.youtube.com/HiNayPod - Hi Nay will return in 2023. 

Undas-Evelyn Wai finds secret pages from Elaine O'Domnhall's journal, detailing her time with the unnamed Journalist. Mari tries to guide the partygoers to safety, thwarted by Lori's sadistic game. -Content Warnings: Strong language, Death, moderately detailed description of mutilation-Songs featured: "Graveyard Dream Blues" by Bessie Smith"Ili-ili Tulog Anay", a Visayan lullaby -Hi Nay is a podcast produced by Motzie Dapul and Reg Geli and is licensed under a creative commons attribution noncommercial sharealike 4.0 international license.Today's episode was written and directed by Motzie Dapul, who also plays the role of Mari and Lori. The role of Evelyn is played by Natalie, Abe is played by Matt Gador. The various partygoers are played by our amazing Discord community members: Woxie HC, Rebecca Lynn Scott, Edward McKee, and Alyssa Gimenez.-Transcript: https://hinaypod.tumblr.com/transcripts Official blog: https://hinaypod.tumblr.com Podbean: https://hinaypod.podbean.com/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/hinaypod Twitter and Instagram: @hinaypod-Subscribe to our youtube channel to watch the episode premiere along with other listeners: https://www.youtube.com/HiNayPod-Hi Nay will return in 2023.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Indra after hearing Arjuna's penance felt proud about his son and also decided to test him.

EPISODE 26: THE PRINCESS IN THE TOWER | The Binukot (The Kept Maidens of Visayan Tradition) In this episode, we talk about a character often seen but barely heard in the Filipino epics; whose existence bears witness to an ancient Visayan practice that has almost disappeared today. She is the Binukot, secluded from the community and kept aside from a young age, valued for her fair skin, stunning and fragile beauty, and mysterious allure. Why was such a practice made and how had it endured throughout the years? What was life like for these girls and how did this upbringing affect them as grown women? And why are the fairy tale princesses always locked in a tower? — The Gods Must Be Crazy is a podcast on Philippine Mythology hosted by friends Anama Dimapilis and Ice Lacsamana, avid mythology nerds and semi-professional gossips. Follow us over at @godsmustbecrazy.pod on Instagram and Facebook for more good stuff. We welcome any suggestions on future topics or episodes. You can also find us on Youtube – Gods Must Be Crazy Podcast channel, where we post some of our episodes and interviews. For other inquiries, please email us at godsmustbecrazy.pod@gmail.com The intro and outro music is by Brian O'Reilly (@dendriform on Instagram). --- References: Abrera, Maria Bernadette L. (2008–2009). "Seclusion and Veiling of Women". Philippine Social Sciences Review. Accessed from . https://southeastasiaglobe.com/binukot-women-philippines/ https://www.rappler.com/moveph/177261-binukot-panay-bukidnon-death/ https://www.aswangproject.com/binukot/ https://web.archive.org/web/20150616205724/ http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/25104/publicaffairs/iwitness/huling-prinsesa-last-princess https://ayer428.wordpress.com/2009/01/18/lola-conchita-panay-bukidnon%e2%80%99s-%e2%80%9cbinukot%e2%80%9d/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/godsmustbecrazypod/message

For the Tan family, music is one way to preserve and pass the knowledge of the Visayan dialect to the next generation. #Pamana - Para sa Pamilyang Tan, musika ang isa sa mga paraan upang maipasa nila sa susunod na henerasyon ang wikang Bisaya. #Pamana

Cebu City may have been the first city in the Philippines, but it took a long time for the former capital to look and function as one. Resident Historian Amiel "Cortz" Cortes answers 69 questions to help visualize archaic Cebu City boundaries, subtle racial segregations between the Chinese and Indios, geographical challenges of the Cebu Islands shorelines, and the transfer of Spanish headquarters to Manila Bay that contributed to 200 years of unchecked progress on the island; apart from the strong presence and resistance of various Visayan & Mindanaoan kingdoms and tribes with their chieftains. ABOUT THE EPISODE "Spanish Cebu City and its 200 Years of Unchecked Progress" • CORTZ UNCUT: The 124th Philippine Independence Day Special • Season 3, Episode 33, Rated-PG13 • 69 Questions with #CORTZ Sponsored by Studio Historias, A production service for podcasts, radio, and other online shows. Go to https://about.studiohistorias.com to learn more. ABOUT THE GUEST AMIEL "Cortz" CORTES is a Cebu-based Historical Researcher & Consultant. He graduated with a degree in AB History at the University of San Carlos, Philippines in 2015, and worked as a Program Officer for Research at the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation where he contributed as a Principal Researcher, Indexer, Editorial Assistant, and Field Researcher for various local and regional events, exhibits, academic publications, and other projects. ABOUT THE HOST "ALPHECCA PERPETUA is a KBP-accredited radio broadcaster who executively produces podcasts, radio, and other online shows. An undergraduate student for the Marine Biology program at the University of San Carlos in 2004, she shifted focus and specialization to radio presenting and audio production for both Contemporary-Hit and Rock Radio format treatments as well as live-events hosting starting late 2005. In 2008, she was among the chosen national top 80 participants for I-Witness's first docufest, an award-winning PH documentary TV show for GMA-7 News TV and GMA broadcast network. Today, she continues to develop and co-produce global TOP-100 podcast shows; including the seasonal Cebu-based show for Comedy Talk & Interviews, "Podcast Historias" ABOUT THE SHOW Podcast Historias with @alpheccaperpetua • Presented/Hosted by Alphecca Perpetua • Arranged, Mixed, and Mastered by Alphecca Perpetua • Produced by Alphecca Perpetua & Brent Kohnan • Distributed by Studio Historias • about.studiohistorias.com • Cebu, Philippines 6000 • All Rights Reserved © 2022 DISCLAIMER The assumptions, views, opinions, and insinuations made by the host and guests do not reflect those of the show, the management, and the companies affiliated. A few information in this podcast episode may contain errors or inaccuracies; we do not make warranty as to the correctness or reliability of the content. If you think you own the rights to any of the material used and wish for the material not be used, please contact Studio Historias via email at askstudiohistorias@gmail.com.

"Odette, Omicron, and Geriatric Millennials" BLAST FROM THE PAST (feat. Amiel "Cortz" Cortes) An Excerpt: Season 3, Episode 33, Rated-PG13 "Lay Back" | Music by Brian Withycombe VISAYAS ART FAIR 2021 presented the Visayan arts and culture to the world last November 2021, which housed over 1,000 artworks from 400 artists in over 40 art events; featuring diverse galleries and creatives. ODETTE was a powerful CAT-5 tropical cyclone that hit the Philippines last December 16, 2021. Also known as "Rai," its damages to the Philippines surmounted to a combined total of $1.02bn. One of the highly urbanized cities that got heavily affected and disrupted was Cebu City. And with over 1M residents, electricity and running water were scarce and rationed; also disrupting food, gas, and other supplies distribution until March 2022. The digital working class was also thrown into disarray, whose work heavily depended on connection: electricity and internet; delaying projects to its cancelation while in the middle of a COVID-19 pandemic. OMICRON is a COVID-19 variant as a result of mutation that multiplies 70x faster, but is less severe than its previous strains after a 3rd shot of COVID-19 vaccine or booster. YOLANDA was the deadliest Pacific cyclone that hit the Philippines on November 3, 2013. With an est. damage of $2.2bn, its damages to Tacloban, Leyte was the most destructive with effects likened to a tsunami. Also known as "Haiyan," it also affected Cebu and Bohol two weeks after the 7.2. magnitude Bohol earthquake on October 15, 2013. The MALAY ARCHIPELAGO is an island chain between mainland Indochina and Australia that includes the Philippines. The name was a 19th-century Euro concept that also called it "East Indies" and "Spices Archipelago". ABS-CBN is a Philippine commercial broadcast network. And on May 5, 2020, the company was issued a cease-and-desist order by the government after their network's franchise license renewal application was denied. As an effect, this halted their free-to-air (FTA) terrestrial broadcasting services (e.g., newscasting) in the Philippines, which included the remotest places in the Visayas and Mindanao regions. GERIATRIC MILLENNIAL is an oxymoron for a special micro-generation born in the early 1980s that are comfortable with both analog and digital forms of communication. It was first popularized by author and leadership expert Erica Dhawan through her article, "Why the Hybrid Workforce of the Future Depends on the 'Geriatric Millennial'" last April 22, 2021 on the Medium.com platform. According to UrbanDictionary.com, a geriatric millennial is on the cusp/brink (of social extinction), and are the oldest "breed" of millennial "out there," but still acts like a "true millennial". On the TikTok platform, everyone born after 1998 is now considered "old" by Gen Z content creators and influencers. NET WORTH is the value of all assets minus the total of all liabilities. In other words, it is what's owned minus what is owed. A positive net worth also indicates that one's assets outweigh one's liabilities, and generally means one is on the right track to building wealth. DESCRIPTION: Podcast Historias with @alpheccaperpetua • Presented/Hosted by Alphecca Perpetua • Arranged, Mixed, and Mastered by Alphecca Perpetua • Produced by Alphecca Perpetua & Brent Kohnan • Distributed by Studio Historias • about.studiohistorias.com • Cebu, Philippines 6000 • All Rights Reserved © 2022 DISCLAIMER: The assumptions, views, opinions, and insinuations made by the host and guests do not reflect those of the show, the management, and the companies affiliated. A few information in this podcast episode may contain errors or inaccuracies; we do not make warranty as to the correctness or reliability of the content. If you think you own the rights to any of the material used and wish for the material not be used, please contact Studio Historias via email at askstudiohistorias@gmail.com.

Pandavar reached Kamiyavanam from Hastinapuram. Many kings and sages come to meet them. Vysar advices Arjunan (Visayan ) to seek the pasupastiram from Lord Shiva.

To end season 6, here are 10 Visayan creatures that you may not have heard of. Please enjoy! Host/Script Writer/Researcher: Ethan Podcast title suggested by Djhaemy Nazareno Music: The Path of the Goblin King by Kevin MacLeod Support: patreon.com/tabitabipod | ko-fi.com/tabitabipod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4503-the-path-of-the-goblin-king License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

In this episode, I talked about the famous witch of the Visayan, the Mambabarang. Host/Script Writer/Researcher: Ethan Podcast title suggested by Djhaemy Nazareno Music: The Path of the Goblin King by Kevin MacLeod Sources: http://phspirits.com/mambabarang-1/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Filipino_witches Book: Witchcraft Filipino Style by Nid Anima

All encompassing discussion covering different cultural aspects of the Philippines with a specific focus on the Visayas Archipelago. Out with the old and in with the new. Malipayong bagong tuig.

For this episode, I'm going to talk about Visayan deities particularly the ones in Eastern Visayas. So, please enjoy and I hope you learn something new. Host/Script Writer/Researcher: Ethan Podcast title suggested by Djhaemy Nazareno Music: The Path of the Goblin King by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4503-the-path-of-the-goblin-king License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license -- Sources: https://lifestyle.inquirer.net/156144/a-gem-of-ages-7-island-rock-formations-in-northern-samar/ http://www.traveltothephilippines.info/2019/03/08/padul-ong-festival-tells-the-story-of-the-lady-in-white/ https://www.asj.upd.edu.ph/mediabox/archive/ASJ-12-2-3-1974/don%20hard%20and%20harriet%20hart-juan%20pusong%20filipino%20trickster%20revisited.pdf

Topic: CEO of the Cream City Conservation & Consulting firm, August Ball, shares the strategies that organizations can use to improve their culture and make difficult decisions when people do not fit into the culture. Free https://learn.alextremble.com/courses/Networking (Strategic Networking Course) worth $479 If you would like to be entered to our monthly raffle for a online strategic networking course worth $479 all you have to do is: Step 1: Post a leadership or career advancement question on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or leave a comment on one of my YouTube videos (youtube.com/alextremble) Step 2: Tag me LinkedIn: @AlexTremble Instagram: @AlexDTremble Twitter: @AlexDTremble Facebook: @AlexDTrembleGPS/ Step 3: Add the following hashtag, "TheATshow" to your post Today's guest: August M. Ball is the founder of Cream City Conservation. Her two-prong social enterprise helps organizations attract diverse candidate pools and institute strategies that attract and retain top talent, making their workforce stronger and smarter and their programs more sustainable and relevant. Simultaneously, Cream City Conservation Corps cultivates the next generation of land stewards by introducing and training traditionally underrepresented teens and young adults in ecological careers. With over 15 years of youth program management experience and 10 years of supporting local and national organizations, including appointments to WI Governor Ever's Climate Action Taskforce and the Milwaukee City & County Climate & Economic Equity Taskforces, August has connected thousands of youth and young adults to hands-on service to public lands, outdoor recreation and first time employment experiences in various ecological fields. August received her formal education from UW-Parkside and UW-Milwaukee, having studied Sociology, Community Education and Non-Profit Management.  She has also continued her education informally via organizations such as Center for Diversity in the Environment, Paradigm and the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) A native of Southeastern Wisconsin but citizen of the world, speaking three languages (Visayan pronounced “vee-sai-yan”, Tagalog pronounced “tuh-gah-log” – Filipino dialects, and English), when she is not teaching, August enjoys being a lifelong student and world traveler.

032 — 69 Questions with #VAF2021 (Season 3) | Podcast Historias with Alphecca Perpetua "69 Questions with VISAYAS ART FAIR" Season 3, Episode 32, Rated-GP Podcast Historias with Alphecca Perpetua SPONSORED BY: Studio Historias, Broadcasting & Multimedia Productions www.show.studiohistorias.com As Told By PekPek, Mug Collections by @alpheccaperpetua www.instagram.com/AsToldByPekPek ZANNE SILVA is the HEAD SECRETARIAT & one of the VAF ORANIZERS from CEBU DESIGN WEEK, INC. VISAYAS ART FAIR is a 3-day historical cultural experience uniquely highlighting the three (3) regions from the Eastern, Central, and Western Visayas territories to present the Visayan arts and culture to the world. VISAYAS ART FAIR will feature artworks, talks, performances, and special settings, with a diverse line up of galleries and creatives from all over the Visayas and participation of selected NCR galleries. Let's celebrate creativity and craftsmanship under one venue! VISAYAS ART FAIR has more than 1,000 artworks by more than 400 artists in more than 40 art events, and it's open to the public from Friday to Sunday, November 26 - 28 at the Montebello Villa Hotel, Cebu City. Organized by CEBU DESIGN WEEK, INC (www.fb.com/CebuDesignWeek). VISAYAS ART FAIR is in partnership with the NCCA, the Cebu City Government, OPAV Visayas, SHS-85 Foundation, Cebu Furniture Industries Foundation, INC, and Museums and Galleries Month. Get your tickets at www.ticket2me.net/e/34280. VAF ADMISSION PRICES: 3 Days — P250 1 Day — P100* *50% off for students. Currently admitting kids above 15 years old only. VAF ADMISSION RULES: Tickets will be exchanged with a wristband upon registration and must be worn at all times. Guests may enter and exit anytime of the day, granted that they are wearing their wristbands upon re-entry. All guests, exhibitors, and staff must be vaccinated. Non-vaccinated individuals will have undergo a COVID-19 antigen test and must receive a negative result. The antigen test is priced at P380 and will be at the expense of the guest. Pre-registration of guests online is highly encouraged. SPECIAL MENTIONS: Wenceslao "Tito" Cuevas, ALAB NG SINING by Lloyd Tronco, UNESCO, Kenneth Cobonpue, NCCA, Johanna Michelle Lim, Artisan Spanish Sardines, and more. DESCRIPTION: Podcast Historias with @alpheccaperpetua • Presented/Hosted by Alphecca Perpetua • Arranged, Mixed, and Mastered by Alphecca Perpetua • Produced by Alphecca Perpetua & Brent Kohnan • Distributed by Studio Historias • www.bio.site/AlpheccaPerpetua • Cebu, Philippines 6000 • All Rights Reserved © 2021 DISCLAIMER: The assumptions, views, opinions, and insinuations made by the host and guests do not reflect those of the show, the management, and the companies affiliated. A few information in this podcast episode may contain errors or inaccuracies; we do not make warranty as to the correctness or reliability of the content. If you think you own the rights to any of the material used and wish for the material not be used, please contact Studio Historias via email at askstudiohistorias@gmail.com.

Perhaps the most enduring legacy of the American occupation of the Philippines is the dominance of the English language. It is one of the country's official languages, and most Filipinos claim to speak it, albeit with varying degrees of fluency, which automatically makes it a socio-economic marker. And then there's the accent, which snobs like to pounce on as a further indicator of class and regionality, with the “Manila” accent and diction considered the benchmark that separates the elites from the plebs, the urbanites from the provincials. But why do we make such a big deal about accents, and look down upon those who twist and mangle the English language, not to mention the non-Tagalog speakers who can't quite shed their Visayan accents when they converse in Filipino? We ask FEU Professor Dennis H. Pulido, who has a PhD in Linguistics, Chris Upton, president of John Robert Powers, and writer, editor and entrepreneur Apa Ongpin if accents do matter, or are we still trying to be little brown Americans?

Kevin Pacifico Gonzaga is a Visayan husband, father, Communist and activist currently finishing his PhD in Counselling Psych. For the past several years he has provided free trainings related to firearms, community and self-defence and prepping to people from marginalized communities. He can be reached on twitter @Speakfaithfully

NOTE: This episode is in Tagalog/Taglish in celebration of Filipino Language Month! In which we give you the Story Pitch for our collab with Tabi-Tabi Podcast and Philippine Campfire Stories for Buwan Ng Wika! Also, fingernail multiverses, happier endings and tabloid talk shows featuring deities who hopefully have gone to therapy.   This episode is part of the Buwan Ng Wika collaboration between MeLoreDrama Podcast, Tabi-Tabi Podcast, and Philippine Campfire Stories! Catch the other Philippine stories of Creation as Campmaster Earl of Philippine Campfire Stories drops by Tabi-Tabi Podcast with the Tagalog creation legends, and MeLoreDrama goes camping with a Visayan creation myth over at Philippine Campfire Stories! Links below:   Tabi-Tabi Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5zQR8eDUugYFXPwUtJThX6?si=sMlQ_26aTmSLAVmplwciSA&dl_branch=1 Philippine Campfire Stories: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2YaPAEI7bwJR4JYQAzmPBt?si=nugw2OAyQ9SftCM2ofSboQ&dl_branch=1 MeLore Drama Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6qzIwsxfm8YMuRvMVXPRa7?si=JFidj78jRSKcxPPUE6zS7w&dl_branch=1   We'd also like to thank our patrons Lee, Ellie, Kenneth and Erwin! May you always ever get perfect mani-pedis! If you'd also like to support the show, you can consider being our patron at patreon.com/meloredrama. You can also follow us at Twitter (@meloredramapod) and Facebook (/meloredramapod) or join our Discord server at https://discord.gg/g8EC8Mxj94 . Our episodes are also up on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and anywhere you get your podcasts.   Theme Music:    As I Figure Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/     Music Bed:  Oppressive Gloom Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

NOTE: This episode is in Tagalog/Taglish in celebration of Buwan Ng Wika! In which we celebrate Buwan Ng Wika (Filipino Language Month) with Creation Myths in our Mother Tongue! Ethan of Tabi-Tabi Podcast takes over as a guest host to regale us with Manuvu creation myths! Also, not completely hygienic arts and crafts, celestial PR spins, and Campmaster Earl of Philippine Campfire Stories joining us on the voting panel for which Manuvu deity did it better. This episode is part of the Buwan Ng Wika collaboration between MeLoreDrama Podcast, Tabi-Tabi Podcast, and Philippine Campfire Stories! Catch other Philippine stories of Creation as Campmaster Earl of Philippine Campfire Stories drops by Tabi-Tabi Podcast with the Tagalog creation legends, and MeLoreDrama goes camping with a Visayan creation myth over at Philippine Campfire Stories!  Tabi-Tabi Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5zQR8eDUugYFXPwUtJThX6?si=sMlQ_26aTmSLAVmplwciSA&dl_branch=1 Philippine Campfire Stories: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2YaPAEI7bwJR4JYQAzmPBt?si=nugw2OAyQ9SftCM2ofSboQ&dl_branch=1 We'd also like to thank our patrons Lee, Ellie, Kenneth and Erwin! May your gardens always be prettier! If you'd also like to support the show, you can consider being our patron at patreon.com/meloredrama. You can also follow us at Twitter (@meloredramapod) and Facebook (/meloredramapod) or join our Discord server at https://discord.gg/g8EC8Mxj94 . Our episodes are also up on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and anywhere you get your podcasts.   Theme Music: As I Figure Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

NOTE: In honor of Buwan ng Wika, this episode is in Tagalog/Taglish. Hello, sit back and listen to Earl of Philippine Campfire Stories tell us about the creation of the world, a Tagalog myth. . After that, head over to Philippine Campfire Stories, where the hosts of MeLoreDrama, Ate Denice and Kuya Juabe, relate the account of how the world came to be according to Visayan beliefs. After that, go to MeLoreDrama's podcast and listen to the most recent episode, in which I retell the story of the Creation of the World according to Mindanao's Manuvu beliefs. This is part of our Buwan ng Wika Collaboration. Enjoy listening Host/Script Writer/Researcher: Ethan Podcast title suggested by Djhaemy Nazareno Music: The Path of the Goblin King by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4503-the-path-of-the-goblin-king License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license *Support me? PATREON: patreon.com/tabitabipod

    A simulcast episode with Nerdy Fangirl Podcast, where Ray and I talk about Trese, a Filipino animated series adapted from a comic book illustrated by Kajo Baldisimo and writer Bujette Tan. Ray is a fellow otaku from Cebu, who is currently based in Auckland, New Zealand. We shared our thoughts on the animated series, whilst Ray provided depth and background about the comic book, Filipino mythology, more particularly, the story of the creation based on Cebuano mythology. Stay tuned at the end of the episode where he shares his recommended Filipino authors and their works.       This episode is recorded via Riverside.FM. It's a very cool platform designed for podcasters and creators. Get 25% off on your first 3 months of subscription through this link and key in the coupon code Mediaboard25 upon checkout.   Follow Ray on https://www.facebook.com/raydonn.lim     Zestie survey: I'd like to know you better! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6CVL2QD     Join the zesty community on: Instagram: instagram.com/gleefultalkshow Facebook: fb.com/gleefultalkshow Visit us: www.gleefultalkshow.com   Ways to support Gleeful Talkshow: - Share to your friends - Share on social media - Leave a rating on podcasting platforms and Facebook page - Buy Glee a cup of coffee or two! https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ANQENUPWKT9JS   Transcript:   Ray: And I feel that in the Philippines, we've somehow lost a lot of that connection. Our stories  our myths connect us back to that past, connect us back to the greatness that was Glee: I'm the, bad cop, good cop kind of conversation. Hey Zesties, welcome to the simulcasts episode of the gleeful talk show and the nerdy fan girl podcast. This episode crosses over topics that would fit the two podcasts. So I thought that might as well do a simulcast. Right? And so today we are going to talk about a Filipino animation series adapted from a comic book series, entitled Trese, which is now available on Netflix . So I haven't read the comics yet, but I'm glad to be talking today with my guest slash co-host, who has read the comics and watch the anime as well. He is  currently based in New Zealand, but which is also from my hometown Cebu. Please welcome Ray Don Lim. Hi Ray. Welcome to the show. Ray: Hi glee. Glad to be here. Glee: Great. Thank you for being on the show and yes. So Trese before anything else? We'll try not to be, talking a lot of spoilers. So would that Zesties these will still, we will still like to watch it, but can you talk about what, in a nutshell, on a nutshell, what Trese is about. Ray: So Trese is actually a mid two thousands comics that was created by sir Butch and  Bellissimo. It's basically action detective story that revolves around Philippine mythology. The main character is Alexandra Trese. She is the I believe the Babaylan-Lakambini . Basically she keeps a balance between the human world and the world of the the spirit world, basically in the Philippines. So the anime is a little bit more action oriented than the comics. Let the guys out there know, but it's beautiful. It's something that we could call our own. And it's something that I on a personal note wish could be a little, could be more mainstream, internationally. Glee: Great. so you've mentioned about Babaylan-Lakambini, and I know you are also fascinated about Filipino mythology. So for  for the benefit of our Zesties, So what is buh-bye land beanie or, I mean, these words might be separate on their own. I think? Ray: Yep. So ,Lakambini, I'm not entirely sure. But Babaylan that basically priestess or yeah, priestess in our old times and I might be wrong, but to the best of my knowledge Babaylans can only be women and you know, they are our connection to the gods. So. Yes while our pre-colonial times in the Philippines of men did ruleas Datus, but our women also had very prominent roles. They were basically our connection to the gods. So Trese here is kind of like that connection, I would say to, to the spirit to the gods, especially if you. Read some of the comics or spin-off comics on Trese and definitely also our protector. so. Lakambini. Like I said, I'm not entirely sure. I'll have to Google that, but to the best of my knowledge as well, it might be about warriors or whatnot. Glee: so, Trese, is you know, like a detective, but has in the modern times, but it's like also  in touch with the spirit world. As we mentioned,  mythic logical creatures that was, that was shown there. So if you could share also to us,  what were the, your favorite mythical creature and why you are fascinated with it? Ray: Yeah. So I would say like, well, outside of the anime and thecomics my favorite mythological creature it would be the Encanto. I was tempted to think about Aswangs, to be honest, because that is definitely what we have on the mainstream. But with, with Encantos, they're basically our. Filipino elves. They are beautiful noted as, in fact gorgeous. And they're very good with illusion and deceptive magic, you know, making you believe some somewhere else. And there are, and here's the caveat than that. There are persistent stories about them even to the modern age, especially if you go into the more rural parts of the Philippines. So that's why I could say I have some sort of favoritism over them and some sort of curiosity. You know if you've worked in the Philippines. Yeah. Yep. Glee: Yeah. Yeah. But because interests, I'm not sure where, which one is Encantos. Is that the, the women, the white women with that  with Maliksi? Was Ray: you could Glee: They were not really introduced. Right. Ray: So, um, Glee: there. Right. Ray: Oh, yeah. So the way they are wind spirits and I, yeah. So depending on who you ask, They some might be more Puritan and say that they're Anitos which is, really our, our sort of are sort of equivalent to something ethereal or or spiritual, you know? Glee: Okay. Okay. Interesting. So outside Trese you were already fascinated with Filipino mythology back when you were like, how old. Ray: Let's just say. Probably in my early teens, like I won't deny the of fact that my, that I've read more about Greek gods and maybe a bit number of other foreign foreign inspired, I would say mythology, but. With regard to Filipino mythology, apart from the fact that we discuss it back in our schools when we were younger. I was just fascinated when I went to the library and read a bit about them, read about our creation, myths, both firstly, the Tagalog creation myths, which is more famous. It was about Bathala and a giant snake that he had to kill. And then I, of course being the proud Cebuano, I know that I am, I tried to see if we, as Cebuanos or Visayans had our own creation myth.. And lo and behold, we actually do. And one character in that myth actually appears in a Trese comic spinoff. Now I won't spoil much of it. We can discuss that a bit of that later, but yeah, so that's, I, I just really love reading about stories like this fiction and whatnot and the connection. That it provides to a pre Spanish past. So for the listeners out there, we in the Philippines do learn a lot about  our history when, Spain took over our country. But prior to that, not many as known and whenever we have that opportunity or I have that opportunity to learn more about it through these stories. It's fantastic. And I really love it. Glee: it's good that you mentioned because you know for me, I really haven't tried to read most of them in the libraries. Were they, were they even there in the libraries? Like I haven't noticed, I only would like read like Nancy drew or something, so it's quite embarrassing, but. Ray: No, there is nothing embarrassing about reading and expanding your knowledge and enjoying life through books. Thing with me is I gravitate towards those and it reflects on the kind of anime or shows that I watch, which is why I'm very, I'm very interested in the Marvel cinematic universe. Thor and, you know, trying to see the gods and whatnot, and in our own Filipino setting. I love that Trese anime. I love the Trese comics and I love other books done  by our authors. When I have the chance to read them, of course, we can definitely discuss further about these authors or their books rather, but just to name, drop a few books like  by David Hontiveros they, the thing with David's books is that he tries to steer away from the mainstream. And then you, and once you do your own private research, you realize, well, some of these creatures are actually present in Butuan or Bicol those outside of Metro Manila, and it's amazing that way. So these are just some of the sample. Glee: Great. so can we go back to about the Visayan creation, because I'm not entirely across this topic, so if you could share it to us, what do you maybe read that? You know, at least we would be more appreciative of our creation story. Ray: Okay. No worries. So just a little bit of background or as well for, for our listeners. Glee and I  are from a region called the Visayas , which is south of the Capitol. The Philippines is very diverse. Culturally, if you, if you search that on and our creation myths differs, I would say from the creation myth that most people who might know of. So in the Visayas who our Supreme God is Kaptan rather than, uh Bathala. So Kaptan in it's all power of course created the heavens And then funny thing with this one is. The thing with our myths is that it's very much the same as I would say Western myths we're in our gods are not perfect. Sometimes they're not even immortal. You can have them killed or they can die naturally. And this is what happened in our Visayan myths, where in, I believe a Kaptan's grandchildren decided that. We're powerful or powerful bastards. Sorry for the language. We'll let's go take, take on our grandpa. Of course, grandpa being the old powerful God decided to teach them a lesson and kill them. Funny way to teach grandchildren a lesson. So his grandchildren became the land became the moon, became the sun. In fact it was even noted that the one that became the. The land was the one who led to rebellion. And this is also the interesting part is how we show through our myths that even these gods, again are not perfect. They might even be as human as us because he accidentallykills his innocent granddaughter who was looking for  her brothers. And.  Kaptan shot her with, I believe a lightning bolt. She shattered into a million pieces. And when he finally calms down and regrets, what he did he turns her bodies or the shattered pieces of her bodies into our stars. See, so I see that. So it's like, wow, it's amazing how we are able to come up with these kinds of stories, you Glee: Yeah. Yeah. And you mentioned that there are some similarities with Western mythology. It's just fascinating to me that, before there's no internet. They do not know about the land outside the Philippines and how. Similar or maybe like, there are similarities in a way, which is like, Ray: Yep. I suppose it's just my own thinking that we turn into the divine, those that we are not too familiar with or those that we see that we cannot reach like the sun in many cultures, we see that as we see them as gods. If I'm not mistaken, Bathala uses lightning bolts. And you know, who's a very famous God who uses lightning bolts. So that's how we see things that make us, that keep us in awe that keep us in fear. We see them as gods in the olden days right now, of course we have science, but there's always that beauty of that mysticism and that connection that it gives us to our past, you know, so that's why I enjoy those. Glee: Yeah. Yeah. It's very fascinating. it's good that you have discovered them because it's not mainstream, you know, like looking at  Filipino mythology. And so was this in the libraries before. Ray: I would say yes. I'm not one of those, to be honest, I'm not one of those guys who during recess would, would grab a basketball and shoot some hoops. Like any self-respecting Filipino, I suppose. I do enjoy the NBA watching, my favorite teams win. But then I always found myself in the library, reading about our stories. Always tried to find books that cater to that. And I know it's not Filipino, but Harry Potter made me want to take up writing, So I'm one of those guys who love the fictional world. And I won't lie, maybe because sometimes the real world is not always too good, you know? Glee: Yeah. Yeah. I can really, really relate to that. Ray: Exactly. So there is that. any with books, they say you can go visit the world. I'm going to elevate that argument and say with books, you can see beyond the world that you see in your eyes, So again, it just fascinates me and I continue to be fascinated as, as I move along with my life. Glee: Great. So going deep dive into Trese. what are your thoughts Trese's character?. Maybe thoughts on Trese herself as a character in the comic and the anime. Ray: Okay. So Trese    as a character. Let's just put it out there for me. It was a really good thing that she's, she's there to represent us all.  I would say she's, a great ambassador to our stories and whatnot. And here's something that I've also read with regard to Trese's history. Now, sir, Butch and Kadjo. When they created a TruSeq character, she was originally supposed to be male. And I suppose a lot of people didn't know that, but then I believe it was Sir Butch who, who said. Hey, why don't we make her female? Because if we keep her male, she'll just be like any other action star. And, you know, I think that's also good that we as Filipinos, I suppose, as a callback to our older times where we've, where we do view women at such prominence, we give prominence to the woman right now in the modern world saying that yes, our women are great. Yes. Our women can also kick. alien butts or rather demon butt at this, at this point. Right. So I think that's it. Yeah. Glee: And what I like about in our culture in general is, you know, like Western cultures have really patriarchal society. I mean, we have that one, but the women is not like far behind, I feel. I feel that Filipino women are are strong, or stronger. Ray: Yep. On that point, I don't know if this is real or might be apocryphal, but friends of mine, really good friends of mine who shared, you could say the same passion of reading about our history or whatnot did say that our martial arts Arnis, and it's. Pre-colonial form was also used by our women and a reason why a few, not many people would try to raid us is because when they do and they step into the house, our women would just beat them up. So I don't know if that's true, but I wouldn't be surprised either granting the kind of strength our women have shown throughout the generations. Glee: Yeah. Yeah. Great. And for Trese Trese in itself in the comics and anime, are they depicted differently or what, or what are your thoughts? Ray: No, actually, they're virtually the same, you know? So she strong-willed shifts your strict bossing slash "Ate"  to really, really rambunctious younger brothers or this case. the kambals, the twins. I know they're Demi gods and whatnot, but you see that there's this brother, sister dynamics. And as somebody who's. The middle child with an older sister. I know how fun it can be to just mess with the "Ate". And you can feel that sometimes with the kambals and you've got the Trese who just like, you know what, I'm busy and God, I don't want to deal with you guys, but you're my brothers. I love you. I have no choice, but to love. So I love that. I love that, that it's still there and the anime, you know, Glee: Hmm. And What about the anime voice acting? I know this has um, this has really garnered some mixed opinions. I feel with netizens, but of course this is our, just our thoughts. So do not bash us guys, but yeah. So what are your thoughts? Ray: Okay. So first and foremost I will really claim that Tagalog is not my first language. It is a national language. Yes. I can speak it. I grew up in the Philippines, but like most like already, like many Cebuanos knows our Tagalog is not up to par. I would say, so I favored watching the episodes in English and the thing, but the English ones, I think they Did pretty well in representing it. It was, I would say, it wasn't as great. I should add. It should be, it was serviceable. I like the part where the characters do not sound American. In many cases they do sound Filipino, especially side characters, like captain Guerrero and Lieutenant Tapia with Alex. I know she was done by a Canadian Filipino. Who, who is well-versed in Filipino as well. I think she may have grew up here. Glee: Did she? Ray: I, from the, I'm not sure Did she move to Canada at 19? Glee: sure as well, but yeah. Okay. Please go on. Ray: no, no worries. And yeah, so I think she represented it still very well still serviceable, but with regard to the Tagalog dub, I have seen the comments and I have watched at least one episode just to compare now. the honest truth is that Liza Sobrano the voice actress it felt quite monotonous, her delivery, you know, it didn't have that, the kind of a range emotional range that could have help the, anime. And yes, I know I just watch one episode, but apparently those who watch the full shebang felt the same way as well. Now, again, for me, From a marketing perspective, I get where the producers were coming from. Yes. As an audience member, I wish theyactually got professional voice actors, but see especially for our listeners out of the Philippines Liza Soberano is one of our, I would say one of our premier TV, actresses currently, and for her to have been brought in on a marketing perspective would really generate a lot of buzz would really get people, especially those, not familiar with the comics to, to come in and have a look. Sadly, it didn't work out as, as good as people might've hoped for, but at least it got the word out there. Do I think changes should be made in the next season if we're getting a next season a season two then yes, I do hope. I think we could definitely improve it on, that point, but again, this is nothing against Liza. Uh, Maybe it's a new venture for her, right. What are your thoughts on that one though? Glee: Yeah. So with what you said that the English version Had some Filipino English or the accent might be, I felt not really. They felt, I felt like who was that captain Guerero or I know Anton, the father of Trese, he sounded like Nico Bolzico for me. Ray: Oh? Glee: Nico. Do you know Nico Bolzico? Ray: No, I'm sorry. Glee:  he's not an actor. He is the husband of Solenn Heussaf and so he is not Filipino at all. Like he's Argentinian, but is residing in the Philippines. So he speaks kind of like that. So like maybe like Ray: Latin Glee: Latin American, so, yeah. Yeah. So most of them, I feel that they are more Latin American, which Cause a lot of Filipinos, really are well versed in English. Right. And we have a certain accent English accent as well. I was wondering why they didn't get like maybe professional Filipino voice actors who speak English, English. That's what was running through my mind. Do you have any other thoughts? Ray: Yeah. So like I mentioned earlier again, maybe it was just to generate buzz as well. And now that you mention it, maybe Captan Guerero does have that. I would say Spanish twang partially, but I do still stand by saying that it does have, or they did attempt to give it a Filipino flair because. Filipino or Tagalog, Tagalog English accent. You can really hear it. And to that point of again, voice professional voice actors, I get where they're coming from there. We're just trying to market this and try to make it as international as possible. And if you deliver a movie and say it's an English, and then with really thick Tagalog English accent, it might fall flat. You know? So from a marketing perspective, again, I, I get where they were coming. Glee: Okay. Yeah, I get what you mean on that one then, but anyway, but also with my thoughts on, of course Liza Soberano , I didn't actually know. I didn't know anything about Trese,to be honest, anything at all, then it just showed up in my Netflix, you know, recommendations.  And then when I saw some, some Instagram posts that, oh, it's actually Filipino, then I started it, but I started it in English as well. And I didn't know that there was a Tagalog version then when I switched to Tagalog then yes. Again, I was disappointed to the point that, yeah, I prefer English as well with listening on English and the thing with their Tagalog, subtitles is also different with what they are saying. So it's like, it doesn't reconcile. So, hard though. I was trying to, you know, love that the tagalog version and it's also, the subtitles were wrong or, I mean, not, not the same with what they were saying. And also about yeah. Liza. I actually, if I would hear it, I wouldn't think that it was Liza Soberano  on the mic, which is I mean, kudos to her that she was able to, really do it. Like make a difference with what her normal thing, how was she normally says the Tagalog or something, but still, I agree with being monotonous in a way. And even, my husband was who doesn't speak the Tagalog at all.  you know he heard it and he said like, what, what is that? Acting voice, acting like it's so... It's so dry. Like he was like commenting, like he doesn't know at all anything about it, but he, I was mentioning to him about like, oh, this is Soberano. I know. And she's very popular in the Philippines and whatnot. So, but still, he was even like an outsider who is not Filipino, Ray: Yep. Glee: that it's kind of monotonous and It's just, I feel there's a really big difference. Like maybe it's because it's our first time first time, delivering this to international audience. But if you compare it like series, like game of Thrones, where actors we're not, really popular. Like only few actors were popular there. I think like maybe Cersei or Tyrion. But most of them were not, really, very famous, but then that's how they started. But how Filipinos do it or it's the other way around? I know that's just what I feel, but maybe it's because they wanted it to be marketable in the international audience, which I think again is. Countering it, I feel because if we want to market it into an international audience with the word international, they don't knowLiza Soberano. I know. I don't know. That's just my thoughts, but yeah. Ray: Yup. I get where you're coming from and that's, those are actually pretty good points, but we also have to consider that apart from the international audience, we are also marketing it to our fellow Filipinos and they're trying to get it on a wider demographic. Now, if you're trying to get everyone on board, then that's where that name recall really helps. And. I'll be honest the sad to say sometimes yes, Filipinos do tend to defend to the high heavens our own talent to the detriment of something that could work far more internationally. You know, so yes, there is that point, but I also, we also have to look at it from. Again, from a marketing perspective And of course from a budget perspective, you mentioned game of Thrones. How many millions of dollars can be funneled into that to get people like umTyrion Lannister, Cersei  say the actors through those to come in, we don't have that kind of budget. I think so, Glee: know what I know, what I mean is like, I'm not, not the, the famous ones, but people the Arya and Harrington, they weren't really household names at that time. So, but yeah, I get, I really get what you mean as well that, for a business point of view marketing point of view. Then it would make sense to have, I mean, Liza Soberano course she is a very pretty face. So having that version again, but again, but again, she's not full Filipino again and again. So I would have preferred someone. I don't know, the not bash me Zesties or anyone who's listening to this, but I would prefer someone let's say maybe still a household name, like Kathryn Bernardo or someone who is like really Filipino. Ray: Yeah. Glee: I don't know if, if we want this to be, I mean, it's not that Liza is less Filipino than we are, but I know you get, you know what I mean? Ray: I know, I know what you mean. I really do, but also yeah, Kathryn Bernardo, she also does have some name recall. I'll be honest. I don't watch our teleseryes again. I do avoid them. I do avoid them. Um, And I'm not really into drama, but I, again, I get where you're coming from on that end. Maybe it's yes, let's be honest here. Maybe it's because Liza does have a prettier face and I have seen her try to look like Trese and look, as far as looks are concerned, she does nail it. She really does. And you know, if it was a live action and she presented herself as a, an Alexandra Trese that way. Yeah. she can do it. Definitely.   Glee:  So who is your favorite character in Trese? Ray: So. I would point out just three. Just to, show you why. So, Amie and Hannah of course. I would say from my perspective, are my favorites, the reason being I'm a guy, so. Listeners, please deal with it. like with most guys, I do tend to be attracted to, to go pretty women and I like it and they're wind spirits they're actually, and if I'm going to be more technical, they're actually, have the ability to make things go really fast. And you've seen that in the anime, in the comics they present it that really well as well. So from that end, I do like, I do like that. The other one I would say is Talabugsao the God of destruction. Those who let's say family and friends who know me know for my pension, for liking action flicks or, or fantasy anime. And if anything, they presented Talabugsao really well, violent, strong, all powerful that even the main character truly would have a hard time beating. And I can actually make the argument, especially for those who who've watched the anime. Try not to spoil this, but the way they beat Talabugsao showed just what they needed to do. Just to be well, to get one up on somebody who is virtually indestructible, right. Because he is destruction itself. Right. So I would say that's why Amie and Hannah for it's the guy thing. If I'm going to be serious radon, then it's a Talabugsao.  Glee: Okay. Do you, you mentioned three, so, the wind spirits are two. Okay. Okay. For me, I think I like Captan Guerrero actually at first I thought like, I was like, so skeptical about him. Maybe at first, oh, okay. He's a good guy, but maybe he's not really a good guy because he's too much of a good police.  But yeah, actually on the sixth episode, the whole I'm trying not to spoil that much, but I thought he was actually the bad guy. Ray: Yes, Glee: Like, like he will turn into the bad guy. Ray: I understand it because if you look at a lot of stories, a lot of anime, especially if you, you mentioned earlier game of Thrones, though, those kinds of twists exists. And let me tell you right now, if you are a reader of the comics, you will see a huge twist. One particular character that I think worked out well in the anime that you were saying, just to give you a clue, you're going to go and say really he's a villain in the anime the clues there. Guys support our local people, read the comics. All right. Glee: Yeah. Yeah. Great. Thank you for that. And so any major differences that you can see with the anime and comics? Ray: Hmm. So with the anime, I did feel that it was more action oriented versus that of the comics not to say the comics didn't have its action. In fact, the books that had Talabugsao so had a lot of, of, of action thing with the. comics though, is that it highlights more of Trese detective skills rather than her fighting skills. Also in the comics, Trese uses implements to cast her spells rather than just you know, casting it in thin air. She used less magic and fighting and more with her physical combat, I would say. Let's see what other differences again, there are some crackers with some twists. Just to let you know, Hank the bartender in the diabolical, in the comics? He definitely wouldn't try to dress up to impress a girl. No, he he's not like that. So that's one, that's one thing maybe be with the art style? Well, I would say because in the comics it's really trying, it's say more Filipino. In fact Alexandra Trese looks more Chinese Filipino into comics. And the anime, I get it, that she is drawn that way because we are trying to reach a wider audience. And secondly it's marketed as an anime, right. And in anime wider eyes mean I would say friendlier has a friendlier tone, whereas a smaller eyes is a little bit more shows a little bit more hostility. Glee: Mm. Yes. Yes. And good. That you've mentioned that because I wanted to say as well, the costume of Trese, if this was set in the Philippines, it would be too warm. Ray: Right, right. So I've never thought about it that way, but from Glee: Okay. Ray: Yeah, from my research, she would say, or just soft reading. Sir Budj and Sir Kadjo,  did decide that Trese is to wear that kind of trench coat with that kind of Chinese style buttons or whatnot.  I know it might seem a bit too hot, but again, it does look cool. So maybe that's the Glee: Yeah, it is. It is cool. It is cool. It's just, I'm just trying to be nitpicky here. So yeah. And then also I feel that since I haven't really read the comics. How big the eyes or something. But when I saw Trese as someone who has not read, the comics has no clue and is Filipino. I feel that she's not Filipino looking. That's what I felt when I first saw it. So, and she's also lighter skinned than everyone else there. I feel Ray: Right. That's you could say that, that Glee: I'm nitpicking. So. Ray: No, that's all right. I mean personally, I don't know. I guess I look at Filipinos and we're a mix from dark skin to really light skin that you can't believe that they're, that they're Filipinos. So for me, the way Trese was depicted could be viewed as the modern Filipino. Like, can you truly say that? Right now, as, as a Filipina, you're a hundred percent Filipino, very few can say that. Personally me I'm, I'm Chinese Filipino looking at you I'm I'm thinking already she has Chinese blood, or might even have a bit of Spanish, you Glee: Yeah, my great grandma is Spanish. So. Ray: there we go. So see, there's already that mixture. And Alex, I do feel that  she is a bit on the. Upper strata in terms of a class. So definitely if you notice, if you, if you look at the stereotype upperclassmen in the Philippines, they're usually fair skin, usually. All right. So I think that they were trying to and with a house, like what Trese had, you can definitely see that she's part of upper strata, you know? So Glee: Okay. Yeah. Yeah. Great, great point there. Yeah. I totally agree. So it's just like try and find a nitpick, take something, you know.   Also. was, it explained in the comics about being six child of the sixth child. And because I felt that Trese is 13. Why not 13th child of the 13th child? Ray: Okay. So my mistake so to be honest, it wasn't explained what the mysticism is there on being a six child of a six child is, or maybe it was, and I just forgot about it, Glee: Or maybe a theory. What is your theory? Ray: There have been. Western stories about a seventh child of a seventh child. If I'm not mistaken, there was even a movie about that. And there's some mysticism, there's some story behind that. And I think we might have been bringing that here because certainly I haven't heard about our mythology talking about our six child of a six child. Maybe we just borrowed that element from outside. Glee: Because I was thinking like, oh, her surname is Theresa. Why not 13th child of the 13th child. Yeah. Ray: Good. Yeah. I know now that I, now that I think of it, well, why not? Right. Glee: Right. And so what are your overall thoughts on this? Ray: Yep. So my overall thoughts is that it's an amazing anime, especially if you're a fan of Filipino mythology. Yes. It's, it's not perfect. I will admit to that, but for a first time for a fully Filipino story, it does represent us well. And I really do hope that it translate to more sales for, out for Sir Budj and Sir Kadjo's Trese  books. And of course, other books as well, we do have other great authors who do represent us nicely in that, space. And. I do hope it, it revitalizes  that interest in ourselves, our interest in our own culture. Now as a Filipino living in New Zealand, I get to see firsthand how the, Maori, the local people of New Zealand are very connected to their past are very connected to who they are. And I feel that in the Philippines, we've somehow lost a lot of that connection. Our stories  our myths connect us back to that past, connect us back to the greatness that was, you know, not to say that we're not great Philippines, they're doing very well where we are Australia, New Glee: Hmm. Ray: and wherever. But again things that are our own things that we can be proud of, things that we can look back and pass on to the next generation. These are things that that are valuable and Trese again, I'm hoping, and our authors I'm hoping could revitalize, you know, that interest. Glee: And then what mythology authors or Filipino authors that you could recommend to our Zesties? Ray: Right. So I have prepared a bit of a list, but I'll Glee: Great. We're excited. Ray: Yep. So you might want to have a look at the works of Mervin Ignatio. He's a writer for Sky World. It is actually set in a still in the Trese universe. It's a spinoff, but it goes to a different track. You can think of it. That's another universe, So it's like, you know how in Marvel, they have multiple universes? you can consider it that way now. There's David Hontiveros . And he does have quite a few stories like Parman, Craving, Seroks and Takod. Now thing with this is his books are written. He has a unique style of writing, which sometimes does not work for me, but the kind of stories he presents are. Not your typical bash the enemy in the head kind of thing. There's actually a, he tries to go beyond the common themes and he tries to present stories outside of the mainstream Filipino stories that we know of Craving. For example, is a story about a woman who's part owl that's set in the Philippines. There's Karen. Another author that I, I did like her, her book called Nearmyth. She's Karen Francisco. So it's like a post-apocalyptic Philippines where our mythological creatures have taken over there's. Another one, Eliza, Victoria. And of course here's something that I dredged up from my closet over there. And one of the books that I actually brought from the Philippines, it's called the A Time for Dragons. It's an anthology of Philippine draconic fiction. So it's a good way to introduce yourselves to our Filipino authors at the same time it's dragons and who doesn't like dragons, you know, and a lot of it is set in Philippine setting. Glee: Hmm. Yeah. Great. Thank you for it that Ray. And where can we find, like on the internet these books Ray: In the internet to be fair. I think Lord Google provides. Glee: uh, Ray: a quick Google search would say would really show that a lot of this books that I, mentioned or, authors that I mentioned. You can go to, if you're in the Philippines, you can go to a national bookstore. You can go to other big chain bookstores and just go to the Filipino fiction section. And to be fair, a lot of this books are in English. So if you're like me, you struggle with, you struggle with Tagalog. Then you can get the English versions. If you like to like Tagalog stories, we actually do have good ones. And there was actually one book that I didn't mention. It's called Tabi Po  and it was done by Mervin Monzo. And it's like this. Imagine Noli Me Tangere , that's one of a, that's a Filipino book done by our national hero, but the setting it, but a lot of the characters are actually mythological creatures or to be fair, no one character is in an Aswang. There we go. Glee: Great. Thank you for, yeah. your insights for you. And it was really a very enjoyable conversation. I felt like I'm the, you know, like I'm bad cop, good cop kind of conversation. Yeah. would you like to promote anything where can I are Zesties find you? Ray: For starters, I'm just your regular Joe. So I don't have any sort of platforms or whatnot. I've just lived life accordingly, but I'm in Auckland, New Zealand. Basically you'll find me on Facebook. Just search my name, Ray Donn Masangkay Lim, if you're not talk about these stuff or just have a. Conversation. I'm cool with it. But I will promote again, our authors I'll promote that book. I just shown a time for dragons Trese. I will promote that to the high heavens. Again, these are our stories. These are this is our past, this is who we are as Filipinos. And for your international audience, have a look at what we have to offer. See the similarities that we have to the rest of the world. And you will see that world. Kind of close, in on just how similar All of us can be. Right. Glee: Okay. Great. Thank you so much Ray Ray: thank you as well.      

CONTENT WARNING: Graphic descriptions of body parts, body horror, sexual predation. If you feel that you are not ready to listen to mentions of these, feel free to skip this episode or listen to it another time. Please take care of yourselves, friends!   In which we go hard on the tales of the Tambaloslos, the well-endowed, big-mouthed forest being of Bicolano, Visayan and Mindanaoan myths. Also, a come-vacc, comedy as therapy, and a whole lot of dick jokes.   We'd like to thank our patrons Lee, Kenneth and Ellie for their unwavering support to our show! May you always go long and hard for your dreams!   If you'd also like to support the show, you can consider being our patron at patreon.com/meloredrama. You can also follow us at Twitter (@meloredramapod) and Facebook (/meloredramapod) or join our Discord server at https://discord.gg/g8EC8Mxj94 . Our episodes are also up on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and anywhere you get your podcasts.   Theme Music:    As I Figure Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/   Music Bed:   Hyperfun by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3891-hyperfun License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

A first generation Filipino-American, artist and muralist April Werle tells us about her Montana upbringing as well as how she uses her identity as a Filipino American to drive her art, including merging Montana landscapes with Visayan motifs. She shares how she continues to unpack what it means to be Filipino and why it was important for her to follow her inner voice to become an artist.

Let's talk about pigs, baby. Although, we actually talk a lot more about nothing this episode, sorry. Did you know Flora loves pigs? She does, and she's gonna tell you all about it.   We chat about: Where Visayan Warty Pigs are found. What won't a pig eat? How many warty pigs are there? What even is the difference between pigs, hogs, and boars.

This is the topic were most people don't want to talk about. It's seems OK but it's dysfunctional when it's broken. “sa kadugay sa panahon, karon pa nato makita ang sayop” **************** Disclaimer: This podcast is delivered in English – Bisaya Language, (a local dialect in Philippines, commonly known as VISAYAN). #IMOHA #podcast #IMOHApodcast #Bisaya #Bisayapodcast #culture #newepisode https://web.facebook.com/imohapodcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Qf5vQNP_wBaJQ3aiG_e-Q Voice Message: https://anchor.fm/owen8296/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imohapodcast/message

If you noticed, most Filipinos are single mom, single dad, or domesticated partner or we call that one as live-in partners. They are together for so long but not legally declared as “together”. “ngano kutob rman jud tas balay-balay… ngano dili man jud tinuod.un?” **************** Disclaimer: This podcast is delivered in English – Bisaya Language, (a local dialect in Philippines, commonly known as VISAYAN). #IMOHA #podcast #IMOHApodcast #Bisaya #Bisayapodcast #culture #newepisode https://web.facebook.com/imohapodcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Qf5vQNP_wBaJQ3aiG_e-Q Voice Message: https://anchor.fm/owen8296/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imohapodcast/message

This is the argument between the two Filipino dishes, Adobo Vs Humba. These two yummy dishes are similar the way we cooked but they are commonly misunderstood by most Filipinos. If you are hungry, then let's talk about that. Which is better of the two? “lami ko… kay mura kog adobo” pero “mas lami ka… kay mura kag humba”. **************** Disclaimer: This podcast is delivered in English – Bisaya Language, (a local dialect in Philippines, commonly known as VISAYAN). #IMOHA #podcast #IMOHApodcast #Bisaya #Bisayapodcast #culture #newepisode Visit our other channels: https://web.facebook.com/imohapodcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Qf5vQNP_wBaJQ3aiG_e-Q Voice Message: https://anchor.fm/owen8296/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imohapodcast/message

Stephanie Garma Balón, MA, AMFT (she/her) is a second-gen, Pinay-American, & proud Mama—born/raised on occupied land of the Ramaytush Ohlone people, AKA: Daly City/San Francisco, and of Ilokano & Visayan decent. As an Expressive Arts Therapist at StarVista in North San Mateo County (SMC) providing individual and group therapy to youth, parents, and families, Steph leans on her belief in the transformative healing power of the arts. This inspires her to intentionally integrate ritual, visual art, writing, and poetry in her professional and personal practice, especially as it relates to her continuous decolonial healing journey. Steph's work is rooted in trauma-informed care, narrative & relational-cultural therapeutic approaches. She has over 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector and has an extensive community mental health advocacy background addressing health inequities amongst underserved populations, namely within the Filipinx community. She is a co-chair of the Filipino Mental Health Initiative of SMC, which was awarded a 2.6M grant by the State of California to launch a Social Enterprise Cultural Center for the Filipino American demographic in Daly City.

This is the story of a High school student who loves running, but has a hard time walking because of his disability. He never wins a single race. But he is competing for something and literally a member of a running team, competing from one school to another. This is a well-known story since early 2000 and still inspires millions of people until this day. This is the story of Ben Comen. This is our own interpretation of the lesson he contributed to the world. Part of IMOHA values and beliefs is “OURSELVES – Always starts from within and show commitment” This sounds so selfish when we focus on ourselves alone, but this is a great example of uniting people if we start improving “ourselves” (as individuals). Show your reason, and see who will follow. “kontraha imohang kaugalingon, unya tanawa kung kinsay mudaug” Credit to ESPN **************** Disclaimer: This podcast is delivered in English – Bisaya Language, (a local dialect in Philippines, commonly known as VISAYAN). Voice Message: https://anchor.fm/owen8296/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imohapodcast/message

Why is it that Filipinos are working abroad? The realities of being an OFW will be partially discussed in this episode. Some tips if you are ready to work abroad. “Kung andam nka mu gawas, paminawa usah ni.” **************** Disclaimer: This podcast is delivered in English – Bisaya Language, (a local dialect in Philippines, commonly known as VISAYAN). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imohapodcast/message

For almost 20 years and counting, I have met some people that gave me a reason why I have the courage to donate my blood. “naa bay dagom na murag lansang ka dak.on? mura rag lansang kadak.on” **************** Disclaimer: This podcast is delivered in English – Bisaya Language, (a local dialect in Philippines, commonly known as VISAYAN). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imohapodcast/message

A summary of what happens in 2020 and what are the things that we have experienced and learned during the pandemic. The year 2020 may seem so ruthless to most of us but there is a meaning behind the disaster. Help us turn those bad things that are marked into our hearts and mind into good and actionable ideas for the coming year. “mag tinabangay tag bangon sa umaabot na tuig ug sa sunod na pagsuway” **************** Disclaimer: This podcast is delivered in English – Bisaya Language, (a local dialect in Philippines, commonly known as VISAYAN). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imohapodcast/message

Have you ever lost a valuable item – and one that was not yours? Were you then punished for losing that item, and if so, was the punishment fair? Listen to “The Lost Necklace” and see what lesson we can learn from the story. The original Visayan story was re-told by Facundo Esquivel, a Tagalog who heard the story from a Cebuano friend. Sandaang Salaysay is a podcast series brought to you by Areté and Ateneo de Manila Basic Education. You can listen to the story on Spotify, or stream it for free on Areté Connect where you can access additional learning activities together with the episode. For learning materials: https://arete.ateneo.edu/connect/sandaang-salaysay Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vGM8I5G8UpRBRh2yVdmIj?si=DCggi-CYTWa2SZ5IDhRY1A

Another Sunday, another fun episode! While teacher Cass was away, the naughty boys played! In this episode we discussed about the difference and the similarities between Tagalog and Visayan dialects and the things you shouldn't do during an argument with your partner. Thank you Country Village Hotel for sponsoring this episode!

Little bit of singing... Learning some Filipino and Visayan words.

In which we go high with RPG designer, Actual Actuarial Candidate and #ManilaEncounters progenitor BJ Recio as he regales us with the stories about the Visayan sea and death goddess Magwayen. Also, upper mythology MMA, badass goth moms, and the  value of creating new stories about the many Philippine mythologies.   Thank you very much to our patrons Sin, Ellie, Lee, Pam, Kenneth and our newest patron Kat! May your ride-sharing ferries never cancel on you, should the time come!    If you want to be as awesome as our patrons, consider subscribing to our Patreon account at http://patreon.com/meloredrama. If you like our show, please leave us a review on Apple iTunes or Stitcher — we’d love to know what you think!    Many many thanks also goes to BJ Recio for being our guest! You can support his Patreon at http://patreon.com/nosfecatu. You can also find him on Twitter at @bjrecio and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/nosfectu.publishing/.    Our theme music is “As I Figure” by Kevin MacLeod and our music bed from this episode came from https://filmmusic.io. It’s called "Ice Flow", also by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)   We are recording from Sunny Side Sound Productions in Cubao, Quezon City. 

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Laurice Chiongbian is a new entrepreneur whose 3 year old homecare BPO (outsourcing) business is bringing efficient home health business processes to the States. Listen to Ep48 as Laurice describes how quitting her job in fashion and leaving Hollywood for the Philippines was the spark she needed to create her new reality. Deciding to stay in Cebu and now married with children, the founder of Qavalo has already created 60 jobs and is creating new career paths for local Filipinos. http://qavalo.com/ https://plantationbay.com/ 06:50s Cebu, Philippines and the offices of Qavalo.com 08:01s Greetings in Cebu’s visayan language  08:52s Qavalo, a homecare agency servicing US clients 10:04s Home health as defined by center for Medicare and Medicaid 11:38s Backend home health processes once you’re a homebound patient 14:49s Quality credentialed personnel that review the medical procedures 21:11s Call centers and outsourcing landscape in the Philippines 23:13s Learning English, Tagalog and Visayan in and out of school 28:01s Growing up in California and spending Summers in Cebu. 29:05a Getting burnt out in Hollywood and escaping to Cebu. 35:15s Getting an MBA at the Asian Institute of Management in Manila 37:30s Deciding to go back to corporate world out of grad school, but having Visa issues 40:15s Finding love and staying in Cebu rather than working corporate in Manila 42:30s Staying in Cebu, getting married and having 3 children 45:02s Turning toward entrepreneurship 47:41s Finding the idea for Qavalo using desired lifestyle parameters 51:38s Traveling to Arizona to research the onshore process 54:50s Understanding the big picture, understanding your customer’s your customer 57:38s Dealing with technology not being a techie 1:01:40s Giving yourself mindspace 1:06:15s Realizing you really can create your own reality “Sometimes it’s (embracing a new life) not always propelled by a knowledge of what you do want to do but a strong enough conviction of what you don’t.” “One thing I’ve realized in my 3 years of entrepreneurship is, is you have to give yourself that mindspace.” “I think what the 10 years have really taught me is that you can absolutely create your reality.” Enjoy this episode? Share it with friends! Subscribe in Itunes or Google! Thanks to our Sponsor! https://www.mgshlachter.com/  Reach out for a free consultation.

Today, Marcy finishes up with the Visayan creation myth. As well as tying up some odds and ends..Content warning: passing mention of animal sacrifice after the story (approx 20 minute mark.Don't want to wait for the next story or want to do your own research?Check out Tales of Long Ago in The Philippines by Maximo Ramos or any of his other books. Available on Amazon (or likely through your friendly neighborhood bookseller if you ask. Really, they love helping you with obscure books)THE ASWANG PROJECT - www.aswangproject.comOrPhilippine Folklore Stories (1904) by John Maurice Miller [In the public domain and thus available through the Gutenberg ProjectTranscript available at our website----Music for this Episode by Sounds Like an EarfulSoundslikeanearful.com ----Find us onlinewww.miscellanymedia.onlineTwitter: @MiscellanyMediaTumblr: miscellanymediaTranscript available: www.miscellanymedia.online/transcripts

Today, Marcy has a retelling (part 1 of 2) of another creation story. This one from the Visayan people, the largest enthnolinguistic group in the Philippines.Don't want to wait for the next story or want to do your own research?Check out Tales of Long Ago in The Philippines by Maximo Ramos or any of his other books. Available on Amazon (or likely through your friendly neighborhood bookseller if you ask. Really, they love helping you with obscure books)THE ASWANG PROJECT - www.aswangproject.comOr Philippine Folklore Stories (1904) by John Maurice Miller [In the public domain and thus available through the Gutenberg Project] Transcript available at our website----Music for this Episode by Sounds Like an EarfulSoundslikeanearful.com ----Find us onlinewww.miscellanymedia.onlineTwitter: @MiscellanyMediaTumblr: miscellanymediaTranscript available: www.miscellanymedia.online/transcripts

In this episode we look at the Visayan Warty Pig . We also introduce again our Visit the Zoo 12-Book 120 Animal Anthology book on Amazon.com. We hear our three weekly mystery animal sounds and learn a bit about those mystery animals. We listen to a special and short poem about the animal world. In Zoo News, a special presentation.. Our main website is at http://www.zooanimals.info and my main author website is at http://www.frederickfichman.com. Please help support all things "Visit the Zoo" including ebooks on Amazon.com, print books on Amazon.com, audiobooks on Audible.com, and DVDs on Amazon-CreateSpace-Allied Vaughn-Midwest Tape, and this Podcast by becoming a patron at http://www.patreon.com/visitthezoo. Help us to continue these podcasts and grow the "Visit the Zoo Podcast." Support this podcast

The San Diego Zoo's Monkey Trails is home to Visayan warty pigs and bearded pigs.

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