In this episode, Carmina and Patch discuss why they bestowed the “Wooga” title on the ilustrados, an esteemed squad of Spanish-colonial-era Filipinos whose aspirations for their country transcended physical, intellectual, and societal borders. Learn how each of their important contributions, alongside fellow ilustrado Jose Rizal’s, became the foundation of Filipino national consciousness.

Learn more: Orientalists, Propagandists, and Ilustrados: Filipino Scholarship and the End of Spanish Colonialism, Philippines' Resistance: The Last Allied Stronghold in the Pacific, Ilustrado, Revolutionaries or Accomplices of the Spanish Empire: The Contested Influence of Filipino Ilustrados on Philippine National Independence (1872-1898), Rizal and the Ilustrados in Spain, El Pacto de Sangre, and A Glimpse Into the Illustrious Life of Pedro Paterno | Tatler Asia.

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How is St. Louis, MO even remotely connected to the Philippines? Carmina and Patch discover the answer in this episode. They discuss why St. Louis came to be known as the "Gateway to the West" and how it became home to approximately 1,200 Filipinos from April to December in 1904. Learn about the haunting stories that echo across time in what is now known as the Philippine Village Historical site, championed by one individual whose singular efforts will ensure that none of the site's former residents 120 years ago are ever forgotten.

Learn more: The Broken Heart of America, The New York Times: Revisiting a World's Fair, Report of the Philippine Exposition Board to the Louisiana Purchase Exposition and official list of awards granted by the Philippine International Jury at the Philippine Government Exposition World's Fair, St. Louis, Mo., Souvenir of the Philippine Exposition, World's Fair, St. Louis, 1904 [microform], Janna Añonuevo Langholz, Philippine Village Historical Site, 1904 World's Fair Revised: One Artist Memorializes Filipino And Indigenous People, YouTube: Revealing the Smithsonian’s ‘racial brain collection’, The Washington Post: Revealing the Smithsonian’s ‘racial brain collection’, How the Post Reported Maura’s Story, YouTube: Searching For Maura | An illustrated investigation, YouTube: At Home In the Philippine Village, Souvenir: Igorot Village, 1904 World’s Fair Revised: One Artist Memorializes Filipino and Indigenous People, A Brief History of St. Louis, A Daring Escape from the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair, and Library of Congress: St. Louis World's Fair: Topics in Chronicling America.

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Carmina and Patch finally get their chance to dive deep into Antique since they first encountered it in Season 1. Their discussion reveals Antique’s 13th century origin and its significance to Philippine history thereafter. Learn about some of Antique’s prominent figures and their undeniable contributions locally and nationally. Finally, discover Antique’s delicious treats and many natural wonders that makes it another “must see” destination.

Learn more: Krruuhaay! Katahum kang Antique – Dante Beriong, Kruhay | Utah State University Chorale | Chorale Music, Kruhay in Vienna Austria, Today in Filipino history, March 13, 1877, Leandro Fullon was born in Hamtik, Antique, Sagisag Kultura – Leandro Fullon, The New York Times, Published March 23, 1901: Panay Insurrection Ended, FilTrip S1, Episode 12: Semana Santa Edition-The Betrayal [time stamp 29:53], Diving org key to start industry, says tourism office, Time Magazine:, Published Feb. 24, 1986 Gangland Politics, Javier, Evelio Bellaflor, Evelio Javier Was 'Swifter Than Eagles and Stronger Than Lions', and A BRIEF HISTORY OF ANTIQUE | Facebook, Honoring the Martyrs of the Culasi/Bacong Bridge Massacre of 1981.


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In this episode about Filipino myths and legends, Carmina and Patch remember Esperidion Arsenio Manuel, who is known as the “Dean of Filipino Anthropology” and the “Father of Philippine Folklore.” Enjoy listening to both well-known and less familiar stories, as well as a modern take on a well-loved classic.

Learn more: Treasury of Stories, Filipino Myths & Folktales, Myths & Legends of the Philippines, Tagalog Deities in Philippine Mythology, The Classic Cast of Characters in Philippine Folklore, Alternative Alamat: An Anthology: Myths and Legends from the Philippines, and Creation Myths from the Philippines.

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In FilTrip’s first episode of Season 3, Carmina and Patch discuss some of the Philippines’ slowly fading traditions. Adding to the episode’s depth are conversations with two special guests, who add perspective to this very important topic. Join Carmina and Patch as they explore origins of some rituals, possible reasons for their slow demise, and what we can all do to keep them alive.

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Carmina & Patch commemorate Filipino-American History Month by recapping the season and celebrating Fil-Am creative achievements. Topping the episode is a shoutout to the rom-com Asian Persuasion, which won the Audience Award at the Soho International Film Festival. They invite listeners to PH Time Is Now virtually or in-person on Oct. 28 to meet Fil-Am trailblazers. Finally, hear about Patch’s Broadway debut and listen to their in-depth review of Here Lies Love!

Asian Persuasion will be released in the Philippines on Nov. 29, 2023. Track @asianpersuasionfilm on Instagram for festival and theater drops.

Register here for PH Time Is Now by Oct. 15 to join Pinoy trailblazers virtually or in person at the Harvard Club of New York on Oct. 28.

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The complete Voltes V Blu Ray disc collection can be found here.

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The Thomasites were sent to the Philippines to educate but their labors did not focus on that singular purpose. Carmina and Patch discuss how their work served America’s imperial vision of benevolent assimilation, the possible personal motivations of leaving the comforts of home for an unknown land, and their innermost thoughts about the Filipino students under their tutelage and the communities in which they lived. Learn about “Philippinitis,” how one Filipino spent (and thrived) for years at a Native American industrial school and the fascinating synopsis of a historical fiction novel, “The Thomasite.”

Learn more: A Brief History of The Thomasites, Frederick G. Behner's "Thomasite Adventure," The Thomasite, Educating the Empire: American Teachers and Contested Colonization in the Philippines, Playing Indian, Playing Filipino: Native American and Filipino Interactions at the Carlisle Indian Industrial School, Victoria Grageda-Smith, The Thomasite, and EMPIRE and EDUCATION.

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After settling the score that she did not imagine Mazinger Z's "pectorally-endowed" opponents from the last episode, Carmina and Patch discover Fil-Am animators making waves in the US before delving into the history of the Philippine animation industry. They also discuss celebrated original Pinoy animations across the spectrum of drama, comedy, and romance. Drop in and learn why Pinoys deserve recognition in this growing and much-loved creative space!

Congratulations to Iti Mapukpukaw (The Missing) for winning three major awards at the 19th Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival: Best Supporting Actress for Dolly de Leon, NETPAC (Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema) Award, and Best Film.

Learn more: The case of the Philippines animation industry, The Philippine Film Animation Industry and Its History of Captivity, LIST: 5 Pinoy animated films and series to watch this Buwan ng Wika, Animation industry poised for transition from outsourcing to original content, Why the Time Is Ripe for Animation in Philippine Feature-Length Films, The Perforation in Philippine Animation Industry: Original Content Full Length Animated Films, 17th Animahenasyon Philippine Animation Festival – Call for Entry 2023, and Re-animating Philippine Cinema: For Filipinos by Filipinos.

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