Best Rizal Podcasts (2024)

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076. Kiyoshi Kurosawa: License to Live 57:53

11h ago57:53

57:53

In the first of our deep cut picks for our Kiyoshi Kurosawa series, Ben introduces the others to Kurosawa’s License to Live (1998) because he really needed to talk to somebody after a stunning ending. Eli digs into the film’s comedic sensibilities, finding similarities with fellow Japanese director Takeshi Kitano, while Wilson finds himself “so sad…

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Trailer: What is the Colonial Dept.? 1:57

39m ago1:57

1:57

Are you ready to plunge into the archives of Philippine history?

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP22-We Live in Unprecedented Times 22:08

4h ago22:08

22:08

On the latest episode of Miscellaneous and Brown Erick shares his thoughts about President Biden stepping out of the race and the Democratic party's quick coalesce to Vice President Kamala Harris. Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @chrismayomateoBy erickesteban@me.com

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Special: The book launch... live! 25:44

1h ago25:44

25:44

Last weekend, the book version of this podcast, 'Silk, Silver, Spices, Slaves', was launched in a small event at Book Bar SG along Duxton Road in Singapore. Of course, I got into a funny little accident right before it happened. Listen to scenes from the Singapore book launch here! My publisher and I talk about how the book came into being, how The…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP21-Agents of Chaos 49:03

3h ago49:03

49:03

On this Miscellaneous and Brown Monday episode, Erick and Chris try to breakdown this chaotic week with the assassination attempt on Trump and today's breaking news about Trump's Vice Presidential pick. Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @chrismayomateoBy erickesteban@me.com

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075. Kiyoshi Kurosawa: Cure 1:15:14

2h ago1:15:14

1:15:14

In this episode, the Deep Cut trio delve into the captivating world of Kiyoshi Kurosawa with his breakout hit, Cure (1997). Tune in to the beginning of a mega series on Kurosawa: director for hire and the master of nightmares. Ben and Wilson find themselves at odds as Ben's annoyance with the film's villain fails to dampen Wilson's thirst for him. …

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP20-What is Project 2025? 1:04:32

4d ago1:04:32

1:04:32

On the latest Miscellaneous and Brown Erick and Chris try to figure out what Project 2025 really is? Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @chrismayomateoBy erickesteban@me.com

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A lake a day will keep the doctor away 17:23

4d ago17:23

17:23

Welcome to "A Lake a Day Will Keep the Doctor Away," where I recount a remarkable week-long vacation exploring a different lake each day with great friends. Our days were filled with biking scenic trails, fishing in tranquil waters, paddling amongst the mountains and floating down rapids, while our kids reveled in outdoor adventures and evenings we…

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Special: All about the book 'Silk, Silver, Spices, Slaves' 5:48

5d ago5:48

5:48

Special episodes take you behind the scenes at The Colonial Dept.! In this bonus bit, I walk you through the book version of this podcast, which is entitled Silk, Silver, Spices, Slaves: Lost Tales from the Philippine Colonial Period, 1565-1946. What's inside? How did I make it? How can you get it? Hopefully, I get to answer all your questions here…

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Healing today for a brighter tomorrow 14:36

11d ago14:36

14:36

Hey everyone, welcome to today's episode where I'm diving into a topic close to many of our hearts: healing generational trauma. I'll chat about how working on ourselves isn't just good for us, but it can also stop passing down old wounds to our kids. But here's the deal—our healing journey won't magically fix everything for our children. They're o…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP19- Justice Deferred is Justice Denied 58:16

13d ago58:16

58:16

Listen to Erick and Chris respond the the recent decisions from MAGASCOTUS and the path forward for progressive political pop culture Pilipinos. Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @chrismayomateoBy erickesteban@me.com

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP18- Presidential Debate Reaction Special 58:19

27d ago58:19

58:19

Listen to the Miscellaneous and Brown debate reaction episode where Erick and Chris welcome Kyla Aquino Irving from the media team of FilAms for Biden and give her a recap of this week's debate and the path forward for progressives. We also settle the debate for Filipino Americans who is the bigger FilAm Icon Ernie Reyes Jr. or Dante Basco. Follow …

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074. Luca Guadagnino: Challengers 1:25:50

15d ago1:25:50

1:25:50

Game. Set. Match. The boys tackle the hottest movie of the season and kick off a Luca Guadagnino series with our review of his latest film CHALLENGERS. This episode (recorded pre BRAT) sees Eli comparing Guadagnino to the iconic Charli XCX, Wilson explaining how all roads that lead to Challengers also lead to his own life, and Ben saying he wants t…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP17 Miscellaneous Mondays 1:02:30

20d ago1:02:30

1:02:30

Sorry for no episode this Friday. We are switching our weekly upload date from Friday to Monday. Listen to the latest episode where Erick and Chris discuss the Ken and Friends Pop Out Show in Los Angeles, the upcoming Presidential Debate and who will be Trumps' VP pick. Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @chrismayomateo…

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Treat every day as if it's a miracle: Amanda Ferrin 1:02:12

24d ago1:02:12

1:02:12

In this heartfelt episode, Candace and Amanda swap stories from childhood and some recent stories. They are both story tellers and each share their perspective on what drives them to continue their work. In Amanda's miracle message, she talks about how it's not the fame or the spotlight, but that it's about reaching that one person who needs to hea…

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Episode 79: Jose Rizal Pt. 3 1:12:33

1M ago1:12:33

1:12:33

Damn, who's that guy over there in the corner? Oh man, you say he's a doctor? And a writer? And in trouble with the Spanish government? And he bangs all the high-class ladies? And he-- oh. Oh, he says the alcohol wasn't free. Oh, he's making me pay for his meal. Ah. Well then, this could only be the conclusion to the most illustrious Jose Rizal!…

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Follow your heart into the wild unknown: Emily-Jane Sarroff 45:47

25d ago45:47

45:47

Ever feel like you're living for everyone but yourself? Today's guest, Emily- Jane Sarroff, had a moment of realization that changed everything. Tune in to hear her inspiring journey from following others' expectations to pursuing her true passions. Emily-Jane’s mission is to show entrepreneurs that the possibilities of what they can achieve in lif…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP16- Miscellaneous Brown Mental Health 41:56

1M ago41:56

41:56

Listen to a very special episode of Miscellaneous and Brown where Erick welcomes Charlie Wilson, stand-up comedian actor and entrepreneur to the One Too Studios. The two comedians talk about how they maintain their own mental health whilst juggling the ever changing landscape of entertainment and comedy and the world we inhabit. Follow your hosts @…

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The Inspired Leader: Ally Stone 54:16

1M ago54:16

54:16

In today's episode, Ally talks about the journey that led her to become the inspired leader that she is today. She shares the highs and the lows and what it was that ultimately created such a great culture within the teams she would build, that others admired and wanted to replicate. Ally Stone has been a partner and leader in the hospitality indus…

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Special: The book version of this podcast is now live… and so are the remastered eps! 7:09

1M ago7:09

7:09

Special episodes take you behind the scenes at The Colonial Dept.! In this bonus bit, we talk a bit about my book Silk, Silver, Spices, Slaves (order here). I also announce our new remastered episode initiative—take a listen at the teaser inside! Follow us on IG: @thecolonialdept Follow us on TikTok: @thecolonialdept Email us: thecolonialdept@gmail…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP15- "No History, No Self. Know History Know Self." -Jose Rizal 57:20

1M ago57:20

57:20

Listen to the latest episode of Miscellaneous and Brown where Chris turns the tables and interviews Erick! “He who does not know how to look back at where he came from will never get to his destination.” -Jose Rizal Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @chrismayomateoBy erickesteban@me.com

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Episode 78: Jose Rizal Pt. 2 1:05:40

1M ago1:05:40

1:05:40

This poor dude might've actually done less damage had he just been left the hell alone. Sure they say the pen is mightier than the sword, but Jose Rizal seemed content to let sleeping Spaniards lie once he found out how much trouble he was in. Unfortunately, the people around him would force his environments to change, and his life to be forever al…

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A miracle story 25:58

1M ago25:58

25:58

In today's episode, Candace shares a little snippet of the way in which her and Amanda Ferrin's paths have crossed. She talks about how in being a part of Amanda's Miracle Movement has forever changed the life of her students and that if they ever go through a hardship or know someone else who does, that they will believe in the possibility of a mi…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP14-This is Your King?!?! 51:28

2M ago51:28

51:28

Special Trump's Guilty Celebration double episode day! Erick and Chris react to Trump's 34 guilty convictions in his New York hush money trial and discuss the current state of Filipino American politics. Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @chrismayomateoBy erickesteban@me.com

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP13- The Neverending Story of Generation X 59:29

2M ago59:29

59:29

Erick welcomes Corbette Pasko known for her GenX Updates on TikTok and Instagram @corbette and share the never-ending story of Generation X and their Chicago to California comedy journeys. Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @chrismayomateoBy erickesteban@me.com

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP12- Inside the Room Where it Happens 55:12

2M ago55:12

55:12

Erick welcomes Filipino American political consultant Robbie Abelon to Miscellaneous and Brown. Robbie shares his story from his first summer job as a Congressional Page to become an integral part of progressive Filipino American politics in California and across the country. Robbie shares his insight on the upcoming election and the current state …

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The path home 20:40

2M ago20:40

20:40

In today's episode, Candace shares a journey that led her home to herself. Candace Dunaway is the Host of the All Things Relatable podcast. Candace practices daily gratitude and believes that this practice is the key to living a joyful life. Candace sees the world through an optimistic lens and looks for the silver linings, even in the most difficu…

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Episode 77: Jose Rizal Pt. 1 1:20:16

2M ago1:20:16

1:20:16

Sometimes you gotta be the change you wanna see in the world. And sometimes, you gotta piss off a whole lot of people to do it. Join us as we talk about the early life of the Philippines' foremost national hero, Jose Rizal, as well as his terrible finances, his bad housemate manners, and which side of his pants he hung his hog. Salamat!…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP11- The Culture Vulture Paradox 33:27

2M ago33:27

33:27

Listen to the latest episode of M&B where Erick welcomes back his Canna Kuya Co-Host Mitch Narito! We discuss the rap beef the capture the zeitgeist and how Kendrick Lamar's victory of the culture vulture Drake relates directly to the army of Caucasian Content Colonizers frequently propped up by Filipino American Media outlets. Just Google the word…

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Honour the season you are in 10:41

2M ago10:41

10:41

In today's episode, Candace talks about honouring the season that you are in and how she is currently rewriting old patterns so that she is living her truth. Candace Dunaway is the Host of the All Things Relatable podcast. Candace practices daily gratitude and believes that this practice is the key to living a joyful life. Candace sees the world th…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP10- What the Culture is Feeling! 45:27

2M ago45:27

45:27

It's on like VOLTRON!!! Welcome my new co-host/writer/producer Chris Mateo, listen to his story as the lead of digital for FilAms for Biden and his dreams of becoming a sitcom comedy writer. Listen until the end to hear Erick's breakdown of the Kendrick versus Drake beef and we also listen and discuss that Macklemore joint as well. Follow your host…

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Take what you want and leave the rest 5:05

2M ago5:05

5:05

In today's episode, Candace shares the message that's been on her mind lately, take what you want and leave the rest. Candace Dunaway is the Host of the All Things Relatable podcast. Candace practices daily gratitude and believes that this practice is the key to living a joyful life. Candace sees the world through an optimistic lens and looks for t…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP9- The Real on Rescheduling 44:02

2M ago44:02

44:02

Sorry for missing last week's upload but Miscellaneous and Brown is back with a new working computer and a mission to understand the rescheduling of cannabis and to officially share a history of the jokes Erick Esteban has written over the unfortunate almost eight years we had to deal with the orange one. Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @ch…

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Assume nothing - question everything 8:42

2M ago8:42

8:42

In today's episode, Candace shares a funny story of when she let her brother take the first ride on her brand new dirt bike. Candace Dunaway is the Host of the All Things Relatable podcast. Candace practices daily gratitude and believes that this practice is the key to living a joyful life. Candace sees the world through an optimistic lens and look…

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Extra Credit: On the Minnan-Manila Trade 4:48

3M ago4:48

4:48

Let’s take a look at the other side of the Galleon Trade. In this week's episode of Extra Credit, we track the exchange between the Philippines and Minnan—as well as the Chinese who made it happen. (Listen to S5E13 before listening to this one!) The book version of this podcast is called Silk, Silver, Spices, Slaves: Lost Tales from the Philippine …

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Soar to new heights 3:19

3M ago3:19

3:19

In today's little minisode, Candace shares a message that she needed to hear and hopes that it lands with you too. Candace Dunaway is the Host of the All Things Relatable podcast. Candace practices daily gratitude and believes that this practice is the key to living a joyful life. Candace sees the world through an optimistic lens and looks for the …

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S5E13: Union Jack & Union Jade 14:22

3M ago14:22

14:22

From 1762 to 1764, the British invaded and occupied Manila. When they left and returned the capital to Spain, the Castilians turned their wrath on the Chinese community, calling them traitors, apostates, and collaborators. But what was the real score? Follow us on IG: @thecolonialdept Follow us on TikTok: @thecolonialdept Email us: thecolonialdept@…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP8- A High History of Cannabis 46:47

3M ago46:47

46:47

Happy 4/20/24!!! Erick Esteban cannabis advocate and cultivator wanted to share his other podcast with this Miscellaneous and Brown audience on this his favorite holiday and the latest episode of the Canna Kuya podcast where he and Mitch share the history of cannabis so far. Don't miss the HIGH-larious episode of the Canna Kuya podcast and special …

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Get out of your comfort zone: Daryl Hudak 57:34

3M ago57:34

57:34

In today's episode, Daryl shares the story of his recent solo unsupported trek up in the north, one that he seeked out and one that changed him. He talks about how he had to consciously decide to accept support from the locals and how much their simple acts of kindness meant to him. Daryl shares about the challenges he faced along the way, which be…

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Episode 76: Federico Garcia Lorca 1:31:43

3M ago1:31:43

1:31:43

Hey kids, you wanna get mad about the shitty injustices of the world? You wanna hear the story of a brilliant poet whose life had to end because of how he was born? Wanna hear our perfect pronunciations of Spanish words? Then join us this episode as we delve into the short, sporadic life of one of Spain's most famous poets, Federico Garcia Lorca!…

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Extra Credit: On the 1933 Case That Upheld a Filipino-White Marriage…For Two Months 5:00

3M ago5:00

5:00

In California, sympathetic judges allow a Filipino man to marry a white woman—at least until a new state law arrives. In this week's episode of Extra Credit, we check out the Roldan v. Los Angeles County case. (Listen to S5E12 before listening to this one!) The book version of this podcast is called Silk, Silver, Spices, Slaves: Lost Tales from the…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP7- Another One! 45:13

3M ago45:13

45:13

Listen to the latest episode of Miscellaneous and Brown as Erick Esteban welcomes Robert Aguilar Bulatao another Filipino American running for office. Robert is running for a seat on San Leandro California City Council, District 6. He shares his story being diagnosed with leukemia and learning the financial perils of the American healthcare system.…

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Turning poison into medicine: Sierra Sophia Mercier 59:23

3M ago59:23

59:23

In today's episode, Sierra shares very openly and vulnerably about the muddled relationship that she had with her skating coach back when she was in her teens. Sierra shares how it is through the messiness of this relationship and it's ending that started her on the path of her healing journey. Sierra talks about how a buddhist practice helped her …

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Episode 75: Sun Tzu 58:48

4M ago58:48

58:48

TW: Torture; You ever have your boss ask you to make a manual of your process at work but really you know they're just trying to understand what the fuck it is you do? While we may not know the story behind the author to a great extent, we fully understand the purpose of his work. Unfortunately a little too well. Join us as we delve into "The Art o…

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S5E12: Who Can Mister Filipino Marry? 15:31

4M ago15:31

15:31

In the early decades of the 20th century, scores of young Filipino men began migrating to the United States to work. In their spare time, they dressed in their best suits and nattiest shoes, then hit the clubs. But when these dance-hall romances blossomed into marriages with white women, the law stepped in to stop them. Central to the plaintiffs’ l…

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Miscellaneous and Brown EP6 - Yes We Can! 29:40

3M ago29:40

29:40

Listen to the latest episode of Miscellaneous and Brown where your host Erick Esteban welcomes Jessica Caloza running to be the first Filipina to be elected to the California State Assembly. Jessica shares her stories from the campaign trail and the motivations behind her historic run for office. Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @chrismayoma…

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You can't outsource YOUR knowing 7:36

3M ago7:36

7:36

Today's episode was inspired by a conversation that Candace recently had with a friend who is at a crossroads and is feeling unsure of what path is the right one in moving forward. Candace Dunaway is the Host of the All Things Relatable podcast. Candace practices daily gratitude and believes that this practice is the key to living a joyful life. Ca…

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Extra Credit: On Rizal, “Agent of Bismarck” 4:23

4M ago4:23

4:23

After publishing Noli Me Tangere, Jose Rizal gets red-tagged… er, German-tagged by the Spanish authorities! In this week's episode of Extra Credit, we check out the accusations against Rizal, and how he responded to them. (Listen to S5E11 before listening to this one!) The book version of this podcast is called Silk, Silver, Spices, Slaves: Lost Ta…

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Miscellaneous & Brown EP5 - How did we get here? 39:55

4M ago39:55

39:55

Listen as your host Erick Esteban shares his story starting out in Chicago and what motivates his comedy creativity and activism. Share your story share our story. And Stay tuned for new guests visiting the One Too productions studio and sharing there story. Follow your hosts @erickestebancomedy & @chrismayomateo…

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One small kindness 17:37

4M ago17:37

17:37

In todays episode, Candace is reminding us that when an opportunity to share one small kindness presents itself, take it. Candace Dunaway is the Host of the All Things Relatable podcast. Candace practices daily gratitude and believes that this practice is the key to living a joyful life. Candace sees the world through an optimistic lens and looks f…

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