KINIG: The best of Filipino podcasts

by Joanne Bariring / August 13, 2021

 

Have you heard a person or a group of people recording themselves talking about life, relationships, and anything under the sun? Why would you intentionally record your conversation with other people? Don’t worry, this is not to expose anyone – this type of media is called a podcast. Known television personalities, vloggers, bloggers, journalists, directors and many others have started their podcast career way before the pandemic hit. But it was during this time when many have sprouted because they were stuck at home, and saw the opportunity to create content be it by themselves or with friends.

During the varying quarantines, podcasts have been of great help to most people in keeping their sanity. Even if we only hear them, the people behind every podcast build a connection with us through their thoughts and somehow, they become our companions.

If you’re new to podcasts or just looking for recommendations, sit back, relax and plug in your earphones as we’ve put together our must-listen podcasts just for you!

Tsaastrology

Tsaastrologers Bern, Nikki, Inye and VP talks about anything and everything under the sun, moon and stars! Listeners send letters and they read and talk about them in their episode and sometimes with special guests! Commitment issues, relationships, work matters, mental health, and many more.

Is it okay to risk something new? I’m still NBSB, is it because I’m Libra? I’m having trust issues, what do I do? These are some questions sent by their listeners and featured in their episodes. Each episode will make you feel just like when you’re with the barkada – a lot of laughs, kulitan and hear advice and tips from different tsaastrologers. Check out their latest episode here.

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Creepsilog

Started in July 2019 and hosted by Gideon Mendoza and Glenn Tabajeros, Creepsilog has now 180 episodes that discuss a wide range of topics mainly creepy, disturbing and scary. Gideon and Glenn talked about mysterious cases, paranormal events, true crimes, and serial killers. They also have a segment called Slide Into Our DMs where listeners send and recount their own scary experiences. All these topics are kicked around with twisted Pinoy humor! Check out their latest episode here.

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Howie Severino Podcast

Fresh and new! The veteran journalist Howie Severino hosts the newly launched first original podcast of GMA News & Public Affairs. This podcast contains insightful conversations with different guests including local journalists and celebrities. On his pilot episode with Jessica Soho they’ve talked about the famous baby-switching story, her broadcast journalism career, and body shaming. Topics vary depending on Howie’s guests – surviving COVID, pandemic realizations, love for basketball, new discoveries in Philippine history, racial and gender discrimination, community pantries fame and harassment – he offers a lot on his plate!  Check out their latest episode here.

The Linya-Linya Show

Do you miss your friends in the new normal setting? Now that it is hard to bond with friends, The Linya Linya Show will give you a good conversation about the daily experience of Filipinos and the current trends online such as Tumindig with Tarantadong Kalbo, Buhay Bisikleta, Buhay Probinsya at Buhay Maynila, Community Pantry and more relatable Filipino experiences. A good conversation with a ton of laughs – just like the time with your friends! Ali Sangalang hosted and founded this podcast series that started in October 2018. Check out their latest episode here.

Superhuman with Wil Dasovich

Wil Dasovich, a TV personality, model, and vlogger, started his career in the podcast industry by launching SUPERHUMAN with Wil Dasovich in early February 2021. In his podcast, he believes that everyone has great potential and there’s a barrier in most people that hinders them in using their full potential. He explores all ways of navigating through this barrier in hope of breaking free and living their full potential. “Ordinary people doing extraordinary things, that’s what it means to be Superhuman.” Check out their latest episode here.

Paano Ba ‘To: The Podcast

Bianca Gonzales started a podcast early February, 2021 entitled Paano Ba’ To: The Podcast, this is from her bestselling book from 2014. Every week she tackles topics answering “Paano Ba ‘To” questions from listeners’ letters about life, love, relationships, career, parenting and more with her special guest. They aim to share tips and advice that will help to make your life problems more bearable. Check out their latest episode here.

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Boiling Waters PH

Boiling Waters PH talks about relationship matters that people do not usually want to engage in. Interesting, isn’t it? If you want to hear more stories about love and relationships such as: Paano ba manligaw?, NBSB/NGSB!, Iwas Sawi Tips, No Label, Still Single?, or Pinaasa Ka o Inip na mag-antay? – you’ll surely relate to this podcast! They have a lot of guests in their episodes, sharing tips and nuggets of wisdom. Check out their latest episode here.

Wake Up with Jim and Sab

Jim Bacarro and Saab Magalona started one of the first local podcast series back in 2018. They talk about reality shows, experiences in work, relationships, mental health, current events, and more open conversation topics. They do have a wide variety of topics you can choose from like the Anti-Terror Law, defending press freedom, trust issues, and movie recommendations among others. They are also known for their famous Malibag segment wherein listeners send letters about their personal issues and get featured in one of the episodes!  Check out their latest episode here.

Adulting with Joyce Pring

Joyce Pring, a Filipino radio-turned-TV personality and host, created a podcast series in October 2018. In her podcast, she discussed the how-to’s of your 20s, shared tips, and advice in navigating through your 20-something-year old life. How-to’s questions such as – dealing with biggest life transitions, setting healthy boundaries, avoiding impulsive purchase, how to process your emotions and more. Joyce also features guests to talk about creativity, mind, and health in her podcast. She tackles a variety of topics from mental health, relationships, and life learnings. Check out her latest episode here.

B2B: Breakfast to Business

TeamAsia’s first original podcast started in April 2020, hosted by their Managing Director Bea Lim. Episodes talk about life, work and sharing their expertise in bringing brands to the next level experience! There are also special guests – connecting with real people sharing real life experiences of their stories of triumph is a great way to brighten up our day in these crazy times. Check out their latest episode here.

Have you tuned in to any of these podcasts? If not, start now! There is no time to waste listening to these gems as they make us still feel connected despite keeping a safe distance. This season may be tough but with all these creative people with creative contents, sharing different stories from lifestyle to business, makes tough times a little more bearable for us.

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