Best Luzon Podcasts (2024)

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Camp Toccoa: One Camp's Big Impact on World War II 24:41

3M ago24:41

24:41

Join 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm for this special presentation originally given during the dinner banquet for Toccoa, Georgia's famous 2023 World War II Weekend. Jeremy was invited to speak on the impact that Camp Toccoa had on both the airborne and the outcome of the war. Attending the dinner were several Children of Currahee, …

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PFC Manuel Pérez, Medal of Honor - One Paratrooper's Assault on Fort McKinley in 1945 52:31

3M ago52:31

52:31

Join 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm as we discover the story of Private First Class Manuel Pérez, a Paratrooper from the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 11th Airborne Division, whose incredible actions on February 13, 1945 would earn this Angel the Medal of Honor. As one newspaper put it, "he fought with the strength of one hund…

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Private Elmer Fryar, Medal of Honor - One Angel's Incredible Fight on Leyte in 1944 38:23

3M ago38:23

38:23

Join 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm as we discover the story of Private Elmer Fryar, a Paratrooper from the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 11th Airborne Division, whose incredible actions on December 8, 1944 would earn this former Marine the Medal of Honor. Elmer's story has never been fully told like this before and it is an h…

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Sa 6.5 Milyong Kasapi ng Build, Build, Build 5:55

7M ago5:55

5:55

Kung binabasa mo ito at bahagi ka ng Build, Build, Build Team, kung wala ka, hindi tayo makagagawa ng 29,264 kilometrong kalsada, 5,950 na mga tulay, 11,340 na mga estrukturang pang-iwas ng baha, 222 evacuation centers, 150,149 na mga silid-aralan, 214 na mga paliparan, at 451 na mga daungan. Ang Pilipinas ay nasa mas magandang katayuan ngayon dahi…

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General Joseph Swing, the Father of the 11th Airborne Division - Part 1 53:44

11M ago53:44

53:44

In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm delves into the life of Major General Joseph May Swing, the Father of the 11th Airborne Division. Known as "Jumping Joe" to his men, General Swing is a legend in America's airborne history and this episode will cover the first half of his military service, including his …

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The Legacy of the 11th Airborne Division - 2023 11th Airborne Association Speech 25:19

11M ago25:19

25:19

This speech was given by 11th Airborne Division historian and author Jeremy C. Holm on September 14, 2023 at the 2023 11th Airborne Division Association Reunion held at Sam's Town Gambling Hall and Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Jeremy was honored to address the 11th Airborne Division Angels from WWII to today in attendance, as well as their wives, fa…

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The 11th Airborne Division in World War II - Roanoke, VA Lecture 1:17:40

12M ago1:17:40

1:17:40

This episode is a recording of a lecture on the 11th Airborne Division in World War II given by show host, historian and author Jeremy C. Holm in Roanoke, Virginia in 2021. Jeremy's grandmother lives in Roanoke and the lecture was given for her community to honor her efforts to preserve the history of the Angels from World War II through today. In …

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A Platoon Leader's Perspective - Interviewing WWII Paratrooper 1LT Andrew Carrico of the 511th PIR 1:37:04

1y ago1:37:04

1:37:04

In this episode, show host and historian Jeremy C. Holm shares the first interview he ever performed with one of the 11th Airborne Division Angels, his own grandfather 1LT Andrew Carrico of Company D, 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment. Originally recorded on September 30, 2010, Jeremy sat down with "Andy" to discuss his early days in the United Sta…

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Remembering Private Delbert "Bob" Hayes 40:20

1y ago40:20

40:20

In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne historian Jeremy C. Holm honors PVT Delbert "Bob" Hayes of Valparaiso, Indiana. Private Hayes served in the 11th Airborne Division in Company D of the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment before he was killed on August 12, 1945 at Lipa, Luzon during World War II. Valparaiso's VFW Post 988 is named after thi…

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Task Force Gypsy: The Last Airborne Operation of World War II 41:14

1y ago41:14

41:14

In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm discusses the final Allied airborne operation of World War II, Task Force Gypsy. Jeremy is excited to share with you the history of this often-overlooked airborne operation from June of 1945. In this video you'll learn about the 11th Airborne Division's mission to seal o…

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Japan's Surrender and The 11th Airborne's Landings at Atsugi 54:21

1y ago54:21

54:21

In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm covers the Angels' often-overlooked involvement in the historic surrender of Japan. This will include how the 11th Airborne was the first full Allied unit to land on Japan during their daring landings at the Atsugi airfield on August 30, 1945. The Angels then formed an H…

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When Angels Fell in World War II 33:34

1y ago33:34

33:34

In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm tells the full story of the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment, the "Pacific Theater's Band of Brothers." Jeremy's grandfather, 1LT Andrew Carrico, served in the 511th PIR during the war as a Platoon Leader and Company Executive Officer. After a lifetime of talking about …

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Rod Serling, the Twilight Zone and the 11th Airborne Division 55:18

1y ago55:18

55:18

In this episode, show host and 11th Airborne Division historian Jeremy C. Holm recounts the military service of Rod Serling, "Hollywood's Angry Man", who served in the 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 11th Airborne Division, during World War II. You'll learn about Rod's exploits as a Paratrooper in the Pacific Theater as the Angels fought to libe…

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11th Airborne Division Facts in 11th Minutes 13:13

1y ago13:13

13:13

In this introductory podcast, historian and show host Jeremy C. Holm provides us with 11 fascinating pieces of 11th Airborne Division history from World War II through today in just 11 minutes... give or take. You'll learn about the 11th Airborne's first days at Camp Mackall, North Carolina in World War II as well as their bloody campaigns to liber…

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Hotspot with Jason Dy [VIDEO] 30:28

1+ y ago30:28

30:28

For today’s episode, Jason Dy serenades us with his new song, "Ulit-ulit." Moreover, he talks to us about how he feels about being in the music industry for eight years, what moment in his music journey he will never forget, and his experience with his first song under Star Music. Jason also shares with us the process and story behind "Ulit-ulit." …

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Hotspot with Kiko Estrada and Phoebe Walker [VIDEO] 29:23

1+ y ago29:23

29:23

In this episode, we get to chat with Phoebe Walker and Kiko Estrada about their locked-in experiences and their roles in the film "Ang Sapul". Moreover, they mention how much they appreciate the LGU's efforts to help the entertainment industry. Also, Kiko and Phoebe will be answering some hot seat questions regarding their respective experiences in…

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Hotspot with Poppert Bernadas [VIDEO] 31:03

1+ y ago31:03

31:03

In today’s episode, Poppert Bernadas joins us for a chat and performs his brand-new song, "Bitaw." Poppert shares to us how he feels amidst the blessings he is receiving, how he started performing in theater, the story of his The Voice Blind Audition piece, and his journey as a singer and performer.Poppert also talks about what keeps him motivated,…

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Hotspot with G22 [VIDEO] 27:35

1+ y ago27:35

27:35

Today we got to know the members of G22: AJ, Alfea, Bianca, and Jaz. They discuss their pre-debut activities, how they joined the group, their training experiences, and the origin of their fanbase name.They also share their favorite song, how they resolve conflicts within the group, the pressures of the p-pop industry, the obstacles they had to ove…

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Hotspot with Nikko Natividad [VIDEO] 17:29

1+ y ago17:29

17:29

In this episode, Nikko Natividad speaks about his vacation and his close relationship with his family and friends. He also discusses his experiences at work and the development of his relationship with his co-stars in his recent projects, ""Working Boys 2: Pick Your Daddy"" and ""Kurdapya”. Moreover, Nikko talks about the motivation behind his cont…

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Hotspot with the Dream Chasers and Hosts of PIE Channel [VIDEO] 9:01

1+ y ago9:01

9:01

In this episode, we get to catch up with some of the Dream Chasers such as Prince Encelan, Macky Tuason, Steel Theone, and DJ Villaver. Prince talks about his fan meetings and what to look forward to in his vlogs. While the other Dream Chasers talk about their current and future endeavors. We also get to meet some of the PIE Channel hosts and guest…

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Hotspot with Ryza Cenon and Joseph Marco [VIDEO] 27:27

1+ y ago27:27

27:27

In this episode, we get to catch up with some of the Dream Chasers such as Prince Encelan, Macky Tuason, Steel Theone, and DJ Villaver. Prince talks about his fan meetings and what to look forward to in his vlogs. While the other Dream Chasers talk about their current and future endeavors. We also get to meet some of the PIE Channel hosts and guest…

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Hotspot Bag Raid with Sela & Gabb [VIDEO] 14:46

1+ y ago14:46

14:46

In today’s HOTSPOT episode, Gabb and Sela reminisce about their journey in MNL48 and express how thankful they are for being able to host after leaving their former group. They also reveal what they look forward to whenever they host and share their thoughts on fans being protective of their idols. Lastly, Jhai Ho surprises Sela and Gabb with a bag…

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Hotspot with Vivoree [VIDEO] 26:00

1+ y ago26:00

26:00

In this episode, we talk with Vivoree Esclito about her experience hosting the show "Pak na Pak! Palong Follow", how she handles her work schedules, and the story behind the process of making her new song, "Matapang". She also discusses her previous love experiences, the lessons she learned, her greatest fear, and what gives her strength in difficu…

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Hotspot with Xyriel Manabat [VIDEO] 26:18

1+ y ago26:18

26:18

For this episode, we discussed with Xyriel Manabat her role in “Dirty Linen” as “Tonet”, how she prepared herself for the role, and how she got the role to begin with. Xyriel expresses gratitude for the warm welcome she received from netizens after taking a break from acting, and she describes her coworkers in “Dirty Linen”, both on and off the set…

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Hotspot with Lovi Poe [VIDEO] 22:23

1+ y ago22:23

22:23

In today's episode, we talk with Ms.Lovi Poe about what prompted her to become a Kapamilya and how magical her experience has been since becoming one. She also expresses gratitude for being a part of "Batang Quiapo," which is one of her late father's (Fernando Poe Jr.) works, and the top three artists she would like to work with in the future. For …

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Hotspot with Sab [VIDEO] 17:30

1+ y ago17:30

17:30

For the last episode of January, we are joined by Sab who talked about her experiences on being part of Star Magic's US tour. The artist also mentioned which local artists she would like to collaborate with. Sab shares the backstory of her newest song "Happy you stayed", which is inspired by her High School friends. Sab also stated that "Peace over…

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Hotspot with Jeremy Glinoga [VIDEO] 32:40

1+ y ago32:40

32:40

The Musician Jeremy Glinoga is our guest for this episode, which talked about which moments in The Voice Teens would he like to relive again. Jeremy also opened up about his realizations in being part of The Voice, and how it opened up new opportunities for him. Jeremy speaks on which performer he looks up to the most. The artist also mentions how …

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Hotspot with Jennica Garcia [VIDEO] 40:24

1+ y ago40:24

40:24

For this episode of Hotspot, we have Jennica Garcia who talked about how she combined hard work and the perfect timing to redirect her path in life. The actress also gave insights about her dance scene which garnered attention in Dirty Linen. Being an actress and a Mom, Jennica emphasizes the importance of time management when it comes to balancing…

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Hotspot with KDLex [VIDEO] 30:17

1+ y ago30:17

30:17

In this episode of Hotspot, we are joined by KDLEX as the love team talk about how they manage stuff like comparisons and fan wars. Having more projects together, the two are bound to feel a deeper connection with each other. Alexa mentioned that Balance is one thing that she learned from KD. On the other hand, KD now plans more attentively, which …

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Hotspot with Gabb and Sela [VIDEO] 12:39

1+ y ago12:39

12:39

In this episode, we are joined by Sela and Gabb, who are former members of the Filipino Idol Group MNL48. The two are now hosts in Dream Maker: Pause and Play, as they also share their insights in seeing the trainees and how similar their situations were back then. Sela and Gabb then shared how they transitioned from Performing into landing Hosting…

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Hotspot Roadtrip with Gillian Vicencio and Kurt Mendoza [VIDEO] 10:34

1+ y ago10:34

10:34

"For this episode of Hotspot Road Trip, DJ Jhaiho is joined by Gillian Vicencio and Kurt Mendoza, as they satisfy their cravings by going to Tondo to eatsome Lomi Batangas. The three also talked about which types of exotic food were they able to try out, and their answers were Crocodile, Bayawak, and Frogs. The three talked about how spontaneous tr…

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Hotspot with Gillian Vicencio [VIDEO] 7:06

1+ y ago7:06

7:06

In this episode of Hotspot, DJ Jhai Ho is joined by Gillian Vicencio as they roam around Dapitan to look for different decorations as she is planning to renovate her room. The actress also mentions her opinions about having another project with Yves Flores, which is her co-star in 2 Good 2 Be True. Gillian opens up about their relationship, openly …

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Hotspot with Kaori Oinuma [VIDEO] 30:50

1+ y ago30:50

30:50

For today's episode, we are chatting with the former PBB housemate Kaori Oinuma as she shares the backstory of why she pursued a career in Showbiz. Kaori also talked about the struggles she and her mother faced before her rise to success. As she recalls the amount of pressure celebrities face in dealing with social media's spotlight, Kaori talks ab…

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Hotspot with Gabo Adeva 34:20

1+ y ago34:20

34:20

The tiktok personality Gabo Adeva joins us for another episode, and shared how he reached the peak of fame during the first quarter of the pandemic. Gabo also talked about the issues he faced and how those mistakes shaped his personality into becoming a better person. In this episode, the actor and tiktok personality brought up the ups and downs he…

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S3 Ep. 13: Answering Burning Questions About the Filipino Culture 41:10

1+ y ago41:10

41:10

Discover the answers to some Quora questions about Filipino culture by listening to our last episode of Season 3. In this episode, we explored the varied Filipino traditions and culture. We dive into our opinion of OFWs as modern-day heroes, unpacking our deep love for our culture and traditions—including revealing toxic traits all too familiar to …

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Hotspot with Chloe Redondo 22:08

1+ y ago22:08

22:08

In this episode we are joined by the singing artist Chloe Redondo, wherein she shared how her career took off with the help of her family. Chloe talks about how she handled the rejections she's faced over the years, and she also mentioned how she worked on her social media content during the pandemic. The singer recalls the worst hateful comment sh…

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S3 Ep. 12: Conversations About Intercultural Marriage with Zaini Hassan & Kevin Perez 53:03

1+ y ago53:03

53:03

Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: hello@taraletstalk.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rating or reviewing our show on iTunes or Spotify. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook Taralets Talk is sponsored by Disenyo.co LLC | DISCLAIMER: The opinions, beliefs, and viewpoints expressed …

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Hotspot with Cheena Crab 36:46

1+ y ago36:46

36:46

In this episode we are joined by the Comedian and Showbiz personality Cheena Crab, wherein she shared which year she started in the Showbiz life. In this 1 on 1 interview, Cheena mentioned her childhood experiences and how she handled her younger years. The actress also mentions which other Showbiz figures she became friends with over the years. At…

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S3 Ep. 11: The Road To U.S. Citizenship: A Personal Reflection 44:06

1+ y ago44:06

44:06

This week's episode is a personal reflection of Mark's journey to becoming a U.S. citizen. It tells the story of how he and his wife overcame the challenges of his deportation back to the Philippines on a tourist visa and later took a spousal petition route to be with her. Learn from Mark's experiences and find out what you need to do if you're int…

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Hotspot with Johannes Rissler 30:22

1+ y ago30:22

30:22

In today's episode, Johaness Rissler talks about his journey from modelling, acting, and being involved with music. The actor/model mentioned how his modelling career started and how he eventually used that opportunity to try more things in life. Johannes also spoke about his relationship with his Mother, which got better over the years. The model …

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S3 Ep. 10: Crypto, Stock Market & Inflation Advice for Balikbayans With Kevin Perez 49:59

1+ y ago49:59

49:59

In this podcast episode, we discuss investments and impart advice to Filipino immigrants who want to get started in stocks and cryptocurrencies. Our recurring guest, Kevin, will cover some of the basic knowledge you need to make informed decisions when it comes to investing—including tips on understanding inflation and how it affects rates in the P…

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Holothuria scabra 8:48

1+ y ago8:48

8:48

Holothuria scabra or sandfish is locally known as teripang in indonesia, gamat in malaysia and balat here in the philippines it is considered as the highest valued tropical sea cucumber species but it is one of the most commercially exploited aquatic species in southeast asia. Sea cucumber is a multi-million dollar industry especially in food busin…

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Hotspot with Enzo Almario 40:32

1+ y ago40:32

40:32

In today's episode, Enzo Almario shares his humble beginnings about his singing career. The singer also stated what he would say to his younger and past-self, which went through a lot of hardships. Enzo speaks about the disbandment of his former group "iDolls" and recalled the trials they've faced at the start of their journey as a trio. The singer…

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S3 Ep. 9: A True Kapamilya with Maria Cristina Viloria 39:44

1+ y ago39:44

39:44

ABS-CBN—the largest media and entertainment company in the Philippines—shut down its operations and went off the air in 2020. In this episode, we want to share our guest, Maria Cristina Viloria's experience as an employee at ABS-CBN before the shutdown and what the implications were for her family after being laid off. Have questions or concerns? W…

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Hotspot with Fana 35:25

1+ y ago35:25

35:25

In this week’s episode we are joined by the Young Artist Fana, who talked about what pushed her into pursuing a career in the music industry. She also mentions how shows like The Voice and Idol Philippines opened opportunities for her growth. Fana shares how she handles the setbacks she’s experienced over the years, and recalls how her parents felt…

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S3 Ep. 8: Money Talk: Handling Our Expenses 44:43

1+ y ago44:43

44:43

This episode aims to help Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) handle their finances. Different countries have different sets of financial laws and rules. So as immigrants, we need to manage our expenses well. Join us as we tackle the common problem of overspending and how to stay within your budget. Learn helpful tips on how to save money and make the…

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Hotspot with Gillian Vicencio 35:13

2y ago35:13

35:13

Gillian recalls her childhood and explains how her experiences have molded her into being the person she is today. The actress also talked about how happy she is with people recognizing her as "Tox", the character she plays in 2 Good 2 Be True. The actress expressed how fortunate she is in working with KathNiel, and how the cast contributed to a he…

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S3 Ep. 7: Rookie Expat Mistakes 37:06

2y ago37:06

37:06

Deciding to move to a new country is one thing - but making rookie mistakes can set your experience back. In this episode, we talk about some of the most common mistakes made by new immigrants and how you can avoid them. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: hello@taraletstalk.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please give u…

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Hotspot with Nicole Cordoves 10:57

2y ago10:57

10:57

Nicole Cordoves shares her preparation process as she is now a host of PIE Channel's several segments. The beauty queen also talked about how much she enjoys her current state of life as a host. She also explained the difference between Dr Care and Pasok Mga Suki, which are two segments she is involved with. Nicole also mentioned the fun chemistry …

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S3 Ep. 6: Moving to & Working in Malaysia with Princess Nanaman 42:47

2y ago42:47

42:47

Are you considering moving to and working in Malaysia? Then this episode is for you! Princess Nanaman, a Filipina expat who lived in Malaysia, will share with us what she experienced when she first moved there. As well as three tips if anyone is considering working abroad. Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: hello@taralet…

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