Best Chismis Podcasts (2024)

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Bonus Episode: Pinoys on Parliament 2022 32:02

1y ago32:02

32:02

Arianne, Julia, Ryan and Micah have a conversation about their experiences as facilitators at the Pinoys on Parliament 2022 Conference. They share their thoughts on family expectations and Filipino representation in the media. This episode also features the reflections and messages from Pinoys on Parliament delegates!…

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The Throwback Episode 58:14

1y ago58:14

58:14

Tune in to hear Micah relive her cringe years, including movie theatre makeouts and a day care centre flooding! In this episode, Ryan Lacanilao asks Micah Leonida to throw way back to her junior high years. What did she look like and dress like, and what was her crush situation? What shenanigens did she get up to? Which friends did she lose touch w…

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Kids & Filipino Culture 25:58

1+ y ago25:58

25:58

Cooking spaghetti in a tabo? In this episode we talk about kids learning about their Filipino heritage, as well as the singer of the "Filipino-American National Anthem" Lemonade is getting into writing kids' books. Required viewing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3N_O60lfPg --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chis…

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The Little Mermaid 31:53

1+ y ago31:53

31:53

Last week's trending issue - Halle Bailey as the Little Mermaid draws the ire of white people and Filipinos? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/support

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Why do Filipinos Christmas in September? 23:05

1+ y ago23:05

23:05

Discussing why the Philippines starts the Christmas spirit so earlier every year! In this episode, we will discuss why Christmas is about money and not Jesus, how the original winter holiday in the Philippines has been erased, and how Marvel trailers is editing their content to better fit social media. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, but wat…

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Why Should I Care about Filipino Chocolate? Part 2! 25:40

1+ y ago25:40

25:40

Part 2 of Leo's chocolate journey - recorded after a trip to the Philippines to follow chocolate farmers! In today's episode, we'll discuss if your eyes affect your taste buds, if chocolate can be as necessary in your life as coffee, and how capitalism ruined your opinion of chocolate. Watch along on Spotify! --- Send in a voice message: https://po…

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Why should I care about Filipino chocolate? 15:28

1+ y ago15:28

15:28

Part 1 of Leo’s chocolate journey - recorded before a trip to the Philippines to follow chocolate farmers! In today’s episode, we’ll discuss how everyone loves European chocolate but it’s actually fake, and why Americans don’t know real chocolate anyway. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/messageS…

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Everyone is fighing over "FilipinX" 29:55

1+ y ago29:55

29:55

Having trended on Twitter because of a tweet by San Diego Comic-Con, the term "FilipinX" is back having to defend itself! So we’re breaking down One Down’s BTT episode about Filipino vs Filipinx. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss how the Philippines is still named after our colonizer, how "Pinoy" is an American term, and how the term "Filipina" sho…

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What If I Hated Easter Sunday? 31:51

1+ y ago31:51

31:51

Did you hate Easter Sunday? We’re talking why that’s okay (or why you probably actually don’t)! We’re breaking down One Down’s video of Jo Koy’s mother reacting to her son’s standup special. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss if the Easter Sunday cast needed to be full of mixed White Filipinos, if you can compare the movie to a bad Filipino restaura…

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Do Filipino-Canadians actually matter? 28:19

2y ago28:19

28:19

Description: Leo and Trace come to you from Vancouver, breaking down an episode of Breaking the Tabo all about Filipinos in Canada! Trace's cancelable US-centric opinions come to light, discussing Fil-Ams vs Fil-Canadians, how Filipinos in North America need to move to the US to find recognition anyway, and how countries are all fake anyway. Leave …

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The ICYT Episode 45:31

2y ago45:31

45:31

In this episode, Nikki Mendiola chats with “I’ll Call You Tomorrow”s very own- Raeland Mendoza, one of ICYT’s iconic co-founders! Rae has broken into the art scene and cultivated a creative collective here in Edmonton, a place where not a lot of Filipinos have the chance to dream or the stomach to dare. Rae and Nikki dive into the feats, barriers, …

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No, Filipino Americans are not Pacific Islanders - Fight us. 28:07

2y ago28:07

28:07

Breaking down yet another episode of Breaking The Tabo - this time discussing if Filipinos can claim “Pacific Islander.” We’ll be discussing if Filipino labels matter outside of the United States, how to respectfully shut down internet trolls, and we answer the question once and for all - are Filipinos Asian or Pacific Islander? Listen anywhere you…

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The Big, FAT Episode 1:49:12

2y ago1:49:12

1:49:12

In this episode, Nikki chats with two fellow Filipinx pals from her diaspora community here in Treaty 6 territory. Together, they unpack and explore their almost-too-similar experiences with fatphobia, beauty standards, and colourism. Stepping foot into a Filipinx space can be just as daunting to those that are familiar with it, even as much as the…

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Why Filipinos need to go see Jordan Peele’s “NOPE” 23:32

2y ago23:32

23:32

Discussing a new movie out today - NOPE! Make sure to check it out in theaters, and support Fil-Am actor Brandon Perea. In today’s episode, we discuss how Filipinos are so quick to support anyone with one ounce of Filipino heritage, what to do when you can see impending fame coming for you, and how mixed Filipinos seem to keep getting the chance to…

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The Pamana (Inheritance) Episode 33:39

2y ago33:39

33:39

In this episode, Micah interviews her close friends DJ Lubuguin and Michael Earl Golveo about their experiences with familial inheritance. Together, they navigate the interpersonal intricacies that arise between family members as a result of discussions about livelihood, wealth, and familial duty. Central questions woven throughout the episode incl…

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Is BTS done for good?! 32:52

2y ago32:52

32:52

Today, we talk about the phenomenon of boybands and girl-groups! In today's episode, we talk about the future of The Filharmonic, who will be the most successful breakout of BTS, and what success actually means for these groups. Listen along where ever you get your podcasts! *** DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, …

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The Hangry Episode 38:04

2y ago38:04

38:04

Exploring the blog “I Would Rather Go Hungry Than Eat Filipino Street Food Again!” In this episode Arianne Barroma and Micah Leonida dive head first into the thoughts of North American travellers as they share their negative experiences with Filipino (Street) Food. A blog describes Filipino food as “disappointing” and “fatty”. The authors even go a…

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Does everyone really need their own podcast?! 28:04

2y ago28:04

28:04

Today, we’re talking about Filipinos in Podcasting! In today’s episode, we’ll discuss how podcasting is the only new medium actively working to grow people’s attention spans, how cool guests don’t make a cool podcast, and how every BIPOC should have their own podcast. Catch us live on Kumu every Monday evening! *** DISCLAIMER: The views and opinion…

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The SOUR Episode 58:32

2y ago58:32

58:32

In this episode, the WTT team channels the teenage angst and heartbreak from Olivia Rodrigo's SOUR album. When SOUR came out, Arianne Baroma says, "My windows were down, sunroof open, music on full blast, drinking my strawberry milk—I'm angry!" Ryan Lacanilao meets his fellow WTT producers Arianne Barroma, Nikki Mendiola, and Rajah Maggay for the f…

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Defining Philippines Independence Day 20:18

2y ago20:18

20:18

Breaking down a One Down Instagram post! In today’s episode, Trace pitches why every BIPOC should have their own podcast, why you should always agree with every one of One Down’s hot takes, and why Philippines Independence Day isn’t as great as everything thinks it is. Required viewing: https://www.instagram.com/p/CeuewCLpjey/ *** DISCLAIMER: The v…

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Season 4 Trailer: WTT Unhinged 0:57

2y ago0:57

0:57

Psst, did you hear What's the Tsismis is launching season 4 this summer? In season 4, we're going unhinged—it's our sour season. Listen in as we air our grievances, from stories about exes and heartbreak to our reactions to a Filipino food hater. From experiencing fatphobia to family drama around land inheritance. Follow us on Instagram at @whatsth…

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How do you cover traumatic stories in the media? Breaking down a dog-napping 27:14

2y ago27:14

27:14

*Update* Since the time of recording this episode, the suspect in the anti-Asian attack on the Roque family has since been arrested. Today’s episode takes a bit of a serious turn, breaking down One Down’s most recent video around the kidnapping and murder of radio personality Mo Twister’s dog, Bamboo. We discuss why One Down was one of the first to…

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Are Filipinos Relatable Enough for Hollywood Movies + TV shows? 24:32

2y ago24:32

24:32

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the future of Filipinos in current mainstream movies and TV shows - mainly JoKoy’s “Josep” and FOX’s “The Cleaning Lady”! Discussing if the television industry for dummies, how White opinions sometimes simply aren’t relevant, how Black culture has paved the way yet again, and if white people think Michelle Ye…

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Can Filipinos be beautful? 26:47

2y ago26:47

26:47

Headed back to our Chismis roots, and reviewing our latest video episode, "How Bretman Rock and Patrick Starrr are Changing the Makeup Industry". In this week's episode, we'll discuss if the western standard of beauty is achievable at all, how gay men are changing the beauty industry, when being called brave is really an insult. Check us our every …

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Leo Joins a P-Pop Group! Reaction to working with BGYO 25:19

2y ago25:19

25:19

Our p-pop series continues! Leo joined as the newest sixth member of BGYO, and we talk the whole transformation process. We discuss which BGYO member does what in the group, the process of growing a p-pop group, and how Koreans and Filipinos influence each other’s pop music. Required viewing: youtu.be/VL58ijjBPRY *** DISCLAIMER: The views and opini…

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Would Filipinos choose K-POP over P-POP? (feat. Tessa Albea) 29:15

2y ago29:15

29:15

In today’s episode, we talk all things K-Pop & P-Pop as we are joined by Kumu K-Quiz host, Tessa Albea, aka Mother Kumu! Do fandoms care more billboard charts than the artists do? Are there wars between K-Pop and P-Pop fandoms, and is there actually room in the music industry for both genres to succeed? Make sure to follow along wherever you get yo…

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What is it like being Filipino-American in the Philippines? Featuring Jules Cruz of The Filharmonic & Full Court Fresh 18:49

2y ago18:49

18:49

This week, we are debriefing Leo’s three week stay in the Philippines! Special guest this week is Jules Cruz of NBA podcast Full Court Fresh, and this super obscure Filipino-American vocal group group called The Filharmonic. Make sure to follow along wherever you get your podcasts! Follow Jules: https://www.instagram.com/julesecruz/ Listen to Full …

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Is Jo Koy’s Easter Sunday just a bunch of Filipino stereotypes? 24:18

2y ago24:18

24:18

Today we are reacting to “hate comments” from the trailer for Jo Koy’s new movie, Easter Sunday - which is the first major studio film to center a Filipino American family. We discuss if a movie is still authentically Filipino if it wasn’t written by a Filipino writer, if Filipino nurse jokes are still funny, and how mixed Filipinos still get first…

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Why is money such a taboo topic for Filipinos? Featuring Money Please’s Berna Anat (@heyberna) 35:51

2y ago35:51

35:51

Today we are chismising all about money! Excited to have Filipina financial hype-woman Berna Anat (aka @heyberna) join the show! In today’s episode, we discuss the unscientific theory of “frugal flexing”, why Filipinos have kids as retirement plans, and how we just need to break up with capitalism. Required viewing: https://fb.watch/cQbiogTpxY/ Fol…

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Filipino Parents Translated 21:09

2y ago21:09

21:09

Back with another episode discussing a recent One Down Instagram post! We’ll be discussing if insults equate to love, how sliced mangos don’t really work as an apology, and how far we should bend over backwards to empathize with our parents. Check it out, follow us on Instagram, and join the chismis Required viewing: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cap…

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Why Are Asian Movies Obsessed with Generational Trauma? Reviewing Everything Everywhere All At Once 22:39

2y ago22:39

22:39

SPOILER WARNING : for Everything Everywhere All At Once, starring Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, and Stephanie Hsu. In today's episode, we discuss why there are so many multiverse movies right now, if a movie really can be three genres all at once, and why generational trauma is so trendy right now. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spot…

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Bonus Episode: Pinoys on Parliament 29:59

2y ago29:59

29:59

We're super excited to share this bonus episode with you! This is for all the Pilipinx youth out there. If you're a student, figuring out your career, or a young professional working on your skills, this is for you! Pinoys on Parliament provides mentorship, workshops, and a community of amazing people to support you through your journey. Ryan Lacan…

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Are We to Blame for the "All Filipinos are Nurses" Trope? 28:10

2y ago28:10

28:10

Breaking down another episode of Breaking The Tabo - this time discussing if Filipino and Asian tropes are true... and if we're to blame for them. We'll be discussing why Filipinos don't really care about the nurse stereotype, how nail salons became inherently Vietnamese in America, and how jokes about Asians can turn into a slippery slope of viole…

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Redefining Utang Na Loob: How much do we owe overseas Filipino workers? 22:29

2y ago22:29

22:29

Breaking down another episode of Breaking The Tabo - this time discussing oversea Filipino workers (OFWs) and what utang na loob really means! In today's episode, we chat embarrassing understandings of what utang na loob means, if OFWs are only as valuable as their paycheck, and how far you'll go to deal with toxic relatives. Listen anywhere you ge…

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Do You Really Need to Go to College? 28:40

2y ago28:40

28:40

In today’s episode, we talk all things college! We’ve got a Trojan (Trace) and a Bruin (Leo) to discuss if college is all that it was cracked up to be. Catch us reacting to our cringiest college performances, and ask if it was worth it at all. Required viewing - Leo’s Dance Performance: https://youtu.be/ssPaRTMFsPM Trace’s Singing Performance: http…

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Can a movie be “too Filipino”? Reviewing Fabulous Filipino Brothers 22:33

2y ago22:33

22:33

In today’s episode, we review the “Fabulous Filipino Brothers,” a movie by the Basco family! We discuss if this movie is considered “too Filipino,” why they left out “the sister” from the Fabulous Filipino Brothers, and why Leo’s favorite character is actually none of the brothers. Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0hHFX1pU0U…

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Is it Turning Red or Turning White? Feat. Grayson Villanueva 28:46

2y ago28:46

28:46

In today’s episode, we discuss why Filipinos are seen as Korean stand-ins, why starring in a Disney movie still leaves your Filipino mom unimpressed, and how Turning Red is essentially the same story as Hulk but for teenage girls. Featuring Grayson Villanueva, who plays Tae Young of 4Town in the movie! Required viewing: https://fb.watch/bQkwmfMVxL/…

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Is Filipino Food Inherently Unhealthy? 29:40

2y ago29:40

29:40

Breaking down another episode of One Down's ""Breaking The Tabo!"" In this week's episode, we discuss if Jollibee can be the next Chipotle, why Tagalog culture monopolizes Filipino representation in media, and if adobo is the only FIlipino food that really matters. Required viewing: https://fb.watch/bGM9vjjR4c/ --- Send in a voice message: https://…

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Will FOX cancel a Filipino-led show after 1 season? Reviewing Cleaning Lady! 36:13

2y ago36:13

36:13

In today’s episode, we talk about the trailer and pilot of FOX’s show The Cleaning Lady! We discuss white privilege even when you’re an immigrant, if having a largely Filipino cast is a recipe to be cancelled after one season, and why the Jollibee on screen made Trace roll his eyes. Required viewing: https://fb.watch/bwbH31q7MF/ Like The Cleaning L…

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We Talk About Bruno - Why do Filipinos love Disney’s Encanto? 37:34

2y ago37:34

37:34

In today’s episode, we discuss why Filipinos love Encanto and Coco more than Mulan and Raya, why Disney+ not being available in Asia is a bigger deal than you’d think, and why we’re shocked We Don’t Talk About Bruno is as popular as it is. Required viewing: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZIpUswr16V/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spo…

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Did we just cure racism?! (Reacting to AJ Rafael + VJ Rosales of The Filharmonic) 32:40

2y ago32:40

32:40

Reacting to AJ and VJ reacting to the Chismis (how meta)! In today's episode, we talk about how America loves all white guys with guitars, and how the US gaslights people of color into believing racism is over.Required viewing: Filipino Artists React to “Are Filipinos Marketable in Music?” feat. AJ Rafael & VJ Rosales: https://fb.watch/beAuDv0eDA/ …

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Why Do Filipinos Reject Fil-Ams? 37:09

2y ago37:09

37:09

Breaking down One Down's most viral video ever! Discussing why Filipinos reject famous Filipino-Americans, if Hollywood is the cure to racism, and why Tita's are always ~the main character~ in Filipino stories. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spot…

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Is body-shaming engrained in Filipino culture? 47:15

2+ y ago47:15

47:15

Being body-shamed in public, being shy about our body image, and how no weight is ever good enough for your titas. Featuring special guest, Tessa Albea aka “Mother Kumu”! Required viewing - https://fb.watch/aYGkEbCapw/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcast…

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Broadway will forever be racist, change Lauren’s mind (feat. Lauren Gaynor) 40:19

2+ y ago40:19

40:19

Discussing how Broadway comes from minstrelsy, if Lin-Manuel is a good singer, and if we should just scrap Broadway and start from scratch. Featuring our first ever guest - Lauren Gaynor, writer of this episode (and Trace's sister!) Required viewing: https://fb.watch/aPhAkEyfLu/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/c…

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Do all Filipino movies just suck? 41:11

2+ y ago41:11

41:11

Chatting if all Filipino movies are just plain bad, if a movie can be too diverse, and reacting to a real live hate comment! Required viewing: https://fb.watch/aG3L8HsfsM/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/supp…

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Did Filipinos steal Hip Hop from the Black community? 35:48

2+ y ago35:48

35:48

Discussing whether hip-hop is *actually* Filipino-American culture, why European dance is the gold standard, and if poorly spoken Tagalog is worth speaking at all. Required viewing: https://fb.watch/awN7VF9imU/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spot…

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Are Filipino Aliens Exciting?! Filipinos in Marvel [Spider-Man: No Way Home SPOILERS!] 33:46

2+ y ago33:46

33:46

Going viral on Instagram, do Filipino aliens count as representation, and why taking out the subtitles for Ned's Lola is game changing. Check out the Instagram post we are discussing: https://www.instagram.com/p/CXzfWp7v0AF/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/messageSupport this podcast: https://p…

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Did You Hear that the Christmas Season Begins in September? 56:36

2+ y ago56:36

56:36

Did you hear that the Christmas season begins in September? . . . . Well, at least for Filipinos it does! In today’s holiday special, Ryan Lacanilao and Nikki Mendiola look back at their favourite Filipino traditions during the holiday season—from decoration, mass, and food! A Filipino Christmas is like no other! Feasts, music, festivals, karaoke, …

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Is Bretman Rock the new Kim Kardashian? 31:22

2+ y ago31:22

31:22

Pinoy-baiting, Bretman Rock, and (surprise!) The Sing-Off is rigged. Required viewing: https://fb.watch/9OSEttJRcY/ Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, and follow us on Spotify! Thank you!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chismis-cancelled/messageSuppor…

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Do we only care about Black Filipinos when they're famous? 18:24

2+ y ago18:24

18:24

Back after the Thanksgiving break! Hyping up HER and Saweetie more often, embarrassing Tagalog pronunciation, and subliminal messaging getting you to eat McDonald's 3 times week Required viewing: https://fb.watch/9Fm8h5I5j9/ Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, and follow us on Spotify! Thank you!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out info…

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