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The Colonial Department

Lio Mangubat
Philippines
Philippine Colonial History
Philippine History
World War II
Manila
Galleon Trade
Silk, Silver, Spices, Slaves
Spanish Colonialism
Colonialism
Smallpox
Tom's Dixie Kitchen
Spanish Colonial Period
Sultan Of Sulu
Mickey Mouse Money
Japanese Occupation
Filipino Domestic Workers
Colonial Philippines
Lake Lanao
Ottoman Empire
Typhoon

Lost stories from 🇵🇭 history 🔊 Narrative nonfiction pod 📖 Book version published by @factionpress 📻 Written, produced, engineered by @liomangubat

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When you pulled up to the dock, they were there waiting for you, those holy men of God.

But beyond inspecting ships that docked in the ports of Manila and Cavite for blasphemers and banned items, the Inquisition in the Philippines also investigated ... more

What kind of city was waiting for Dutch scholar Gerret Pieter Rouffaer when he got to Manila?

After more than a decade of occupation, the Americans had given the colonial capital some thorough nips and tucks. Aside from the glimmering roads and shad... more

“There’s a message to it: It’s our responsibility to keep Filipino food popular!”

At the launch for her book What Recipes Don’t Tell: Philippine Food History in Fifty Words, author and historian Felice Prudente Sta. Maria talked to a rapt audience a... more

Sourness, according to Doreen Fernandez, “is a favored Philippine flavor.” Just how sour is sour? “Sour enough to savor, to make the lips pucker and the eyes squint slightly, and yet not too sour—just at the point of perfection.”

In the spectrum of ... more

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Recent Guests

Anya Ong Reyes
Reader of quotations from sources
Episode: S8E3: Nobody Expects the Philippine Inquisition!
Felice Prudente Sta. Maria
Food history scholar and author of What Recipes Don't Tell, Philippine Food History in Fifty Words
Ateneo University Press / historian
Episode: INTERVIEW: Exploring the food history of the Philippines
Karina Bolasco
Editor/Head of Anvil (publisher)
Ateneo de Manila University Press / Anvil
Episode: INTERVIEW: Exploring the food history of the Philippines
Ige Ramos
Graphic designer and panelist
Independent designer / Ateneo Press
Episode: INTERVIEW: Exploring the food history of the Philippines
Marz Aglipay
Printmaker and designer of stamps for the book cover
Independent artist
Episode: INTERVIEW: Exploring the food history of the Philippines
Tom Sykes
Author and researcher with a focus on Philippine history and culture
Author of Tangled Saviors
Episode: INTERVIEW: Twin timelines, entangled histories
Micah Perez
Assistant professor at the UP Diliman Department of History and historical consultant
UP Diliman
Episode: INTERVIEW: Sungka as a wargame?
Eric Ingles
Son of Gustavo Ingles, reflecting on his father's experiences in war.
Episode: Extra Credit: On a prisoner’s life in Japanese-occupied Manila
Albert Samaha
Inequality Editor at BuzzFeed News, investigative journalist, and author of the book Concepcion, An Immigrant Family's Fortunes.
BuzzFeed News
Episode: Special: All about the book 'Silk, Silver, Spices, Slaves'

Host

Leo Mangubat
Writer, narrator, and producer of the podcast; creator/narrator behind the narrative nonfiction series.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • At Last an Engaging Podcast on Filipino History!

    Well produced, engaging, entertaining, all while teaching me more about Filipino history. I’d longed for years for a good podcast on Filipino history, and Lio Mangubat has delivered. Excellent!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FTHEFRICKNNICKNAME
    United States8 months ago
  • Great Production and Content

    This podcast must have taken a lot of effort and time and it shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    filtrippod
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Good Spin-off of Occupy Pilipinas

    Can't wait for the next episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlcedMD
    Philippines5 years ago

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Engaging production quality and storytelling.
Solid indie production with thoughtful guests and insights.
Great depth on Philippine history and culture.
Consistently well-researched and informative.

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INTERVIEW: Exploring the food history of the Philippines
Q: What was the thought behind the structure of What Recipes Don't Tell?
The author explained that the book uses bite-sized essays organized around fifty words, ingredients, and techniques, with sidebars that expand vocabulary and context to help readers understand historical culinary choices.
INTERVIEW: Twin timelines, entangled histories
Q: Could you tell us a little about Kirk's family?
Sykes discusses the character's connection to themes of privilege and fascism, highlighting how Kirk represents the darker aspects of these issues.
INTERVIEW: Twin timelines, entangled histories
Q: What is your history with the Philippines?
He lived in Quezon City from 2009 to 2010 and found it to be an extraordinary experience, enriching his understanding of Filipino culture.
INTERVIEW: Twin timelines, entangled histories
Q: What sparked your love for history?
Sykes shares that his interest in history started from childhood, influenced by extraordinary stories, and evolved into a desire to understand varied perspectives beyond the elite narratives.
INTERVIEW: Sungka as a wargame?
Q: What led to your research on Sungka?
I had previously researched wargaming and found common elements that led me to explore how Sungka might connect to these concepts of strategy and conflict.

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Voice-driven history exploring the Philippines' colonial era and its lasting legacy, with a focus on well-researched narratives, interviews, and cultural context. Episodes cover a range of topics from creator-supported sustainability and indie production models to in-depth discussions of Filipino history, cultural practices, and historic events, often tying them to contemporary identity and heritage preservation. Noteworthy are guest conversations with authors and historians, explorations of traditional games, and historically themed analyses that blend narrative storytelling with scholarly insights, creating a distinctive, indie-history listening experience for curious, educated audiences.

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2. Felice Prudente Sta. Maria
3. Karina Bolasco
4. Ige Ramos
5. Marz Aglipay
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7. Micah Perez
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