
Hi Nay, literally translated to “Hi Mom”, is a supernatural horror fictional podcast about Filipina immigrant Mari Datuin, whose babaylan (shaman) family background accidentally gets her involved in stopping dangerous supernatural events in Toronto. Written, directed, produced, and created by Motzie Dapul and co-created by Reg Geli.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 214 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionArtsPerforming Arts | |||

Hi Nay B Sides 1.14 - Episode 90: Paggising (Awakening), Episode 91: Pantangi (Proper Noun), Episode 92: Darating (Incoming)
Motzie Dapul (Mari Datuin, various) and Edward McKee (Danny Boyd) talk about... cancer? And the nature of Elders, especially... more
Darating (Incoming)
Donner encourages Mari to use Manfred's spell. Mari is a bit more reluctant to kill every Elder.
A newly empowered Cold Ghost makes his way towards Toronto.
Content Warnings: Brief descriptions of flaying
NOTE: Short story hi... more
Pantangi (Proper Noun)
Salai reflects on the power of names, after finding the one the Benefactor tried to hide.
Mari tells Donner and Laura the truth about her magic, her work... and the nuclear option gifted to her by Manfred D'Arce.
Content W... more
Paggising (Awakening)
Youtuber Sal escapes Clarence Thompson's cabin. But he's not the only one who does.
Content Warnings: Mass death, corpses, implied torture and gore, falling
Guest starring Taylor Michaels as Sal.
BECOME A PATRON and get bonu... more
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The way Ashvin says “Hopefully not a horror movie :-)” in ep 24
Count me hooked! A great podcast, beautifully voices, suspense, mistery and so much more! Thank you for a great time!!
Fantastic show glad to have found it
Really rad Canadian horror through a Filipina lens. Tbh that lens makes it feel more Canadian. It's super creative and I love the premise through the phone calls and recordings.
Hi Nay helped me realized I love horror and why. This in-depth, spooky story is one part found family, one part Filippino folklore mixed with the horror of the unknown(and rich people), and one part hilarious. It’s a labour of love that will keep you hooked all the way down to the pit!
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A supernatural horror audio drama set in Toronto that centers on a Filipina immigrant, Mari Datuin, whose Babaylan lineage pulls her into protecting the city from supernatural threats. The show blends Filipino folklore, immigrant family dynamics, and queer representation with inventive storytelling formats (phone calls, recordings, radio segments) and a strong, community-driven production model. Notable traits include a persistent urban-mystery arc, a diverse cast, and a production ecosystem that relies on listener support, live premieres, and cross-promo partnerships. It probably appeals to fans of culturally rooted horror, character-driven narratives, and serialized world-building that rewards long-running engagement.
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Hi Nay launched 6 years ago and published 214 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Hi Nay include:
1. Jeffrey Reddick
2. Faustina Fetamine
3. David Ault
4. Tatiana Gefter
5. Aud Andrews
6. Edward McKee
7. Nick Lives
8. Peter Lewis
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