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This Filipino American Life

This Filipino American Life
Filipino Culture
Filipino Community In Hawaii
Maui Fires
Hip-Hop
Comic Books
Settler Colonialism
Cultural Identity
Filipino American Community
Filipino Adoption
Racial Capitalism
Climate Change
Balikbayan Box
Palestinian Liberation
The Bayani Komixtape
The Realest Bayani
Filipino American History
Philippine Folk Dance
Filipino Diaspora
Activism
San Diego Comic Con

A podcast that explores the nuanced experiences of Filipinos in the United States, atbp.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes101Founded10 years ago
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Here Lies Love, the play about the rise and fall of Imelda Marcos as the Philippine dictator’s wife during Martial Law is now playing in Los Angeles. The TFAL crew ha... more

For 10 years, TFAL has been trying to amplify voices from our community, but particular voices from sectors of our community that have been historically overlooked. We are especially attuned to the voices without glitz and glamor, without state-sanct... more

Have you ever dreamed about a TV show with an all-Filipino American cast? What kind of show it would be? Who would star in it? In this TFAL episode, Elaine, Joe, and Producer Mike dream up their ideal TV show by playing The Fil Am Celebrity Draft! Ad... more

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In this episode of the podcast, Kalaya’an Mendoza returns to talk with the crew about community care.  This episode is dedicated to the folks in Minnesota and beyond ... more

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Recent Guests

Carol Ojeda Kimbro
Lifelong political activist, anti-Marcos veteran, educator
Community organizer in Los Angeles; former adjunct faculty at Cal State Fullerton; UCLA alumnus
Episode: Episode 250 – Echoes from the Ditches: A Conversation with a Martial Law Activist
Kalaya'an Mendoza
Activist and community organizer focused on social justice
Episode: Episode 248 – Community Care with Kalaya’an Mendoza
Dom Magwili
Instructor of the Department of Asian American Studies at Cal State University Fullerton and the resident acting teacher for the Los Angeles-based East West Players Theater Conservatory.
Cal State University Fullerton / East West Players
Episode: Episode 246 – Scientific Dragons | Flowers for Dom Magwili
Arthur Yu
Survivor of leukemia and advocate for bone marrow donation.
Episode: Episode 244 – F*ck Cancer with Arthur Yu
Jennifer Delfino
A linguistic anthropologist studying language, discourse, race, and identity.
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Episode: Episode 243 – The Politics of Language with Jennifer Delfino
Dr. Kristine Jan Cruz Espinoza
Assistant professor of counseling at Cal Lutheran University and a friend of the hosts.
Cal Lutheran University
Episode: Episode 242 – Walk This Way : A Camino Conversation with Kristine Jan Espinoza
Stephen Ordonez
Los Angeles-based Filipino American multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, producer, and artist
Episode: Episode 240 | I Know You Got SOL – A Convo with Singer / Songwriter Labit
Chrissa Sparkles
A comedy songstress and musical theater performer known for her songs about dating and social issues.
Episode: Episode 239 – Resistance Pop with Chrissa Sparkles
Skylar Galiarsan
A recent graduate from Loyola Marymount University, interested in cultural advocacy.
Episode: Episode 238 – Filipino American Intergenerational Conversations

Hosts

Joe Bernardo
Co-host of the podcast
Elaine Delalis
Co-host of the podcast
Mike
Producer of the podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 446 ratings
  • Make Is Magic

    Good!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BKooties
    United States2 years ago
  • Feels like chilling at home…

    …or at the house of a childhood friend. This podcast truly captures what it’s like to be a Filipino American who’s knowledgeable, concerned, and interested in their community while also reserving the space necessary to bust their own and each other’s chops. Salamat for presenting a vibrant range of the Filipino-American experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iowawriter321
    United States2 years ago
  • Can you do some shows involving the East Coast?

    This show is great. Learning a lot about West Coast Filipino Americans.

    But, can you do some shows involving the history of Filipino Americans on the East Coast?

    Would like to know more about Filipino Americans on the East Coast their history and maybe some interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    1BLens
    United States2 years ago
  • Proud Filipina

    This show makes me feel like I’m sitting down having chisme with my ates and kuyas. I love the family dynamic and Filipino insider jokes (I laughed so hard at the tinna-pie joke in the thanksgiving episode 🤣🤣🤣) Salamat to the hosts for being so funny and for creating a comfortable space for us lahat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChanelleCamello
    United States3 years ago
  • thank you

    Since moving away from my family and LA for college and eventually a career in biomedical research, I’ve grown quite homesick and more curious about my roots and the experiences of other Filipino Americans. I love the humor , but the serious dives into exploring topics unique to our culture has been revealing and helped with healing. I’ve laughed and I’ve cried. But most of all, I’ve felt seen. Thank you for all your work and being a beacon for our communities.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xandurrrr
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the relatable and humorous content, finding it reflective of their own experiences as Filipino Americans.
There is a strong sense of community among the listeners, who value the podcast for its authentic representation of Filipino culture and identity.
Many remarks point to the dynamic and engaging hosts, contributing to the podcast's welcoming atmosphere.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 244 – F*ck Cancer with Arthur Yu
Q: What was the next step after the diagnosis?
Arthur explained that they began treatment with chemotherapy and searched for a bone marrow donor simultaneously.
Episode 244 – F*ck Cancer with Arthur Yu
Q: How did that journey start with you?
Arthur shared that he was diagnosed with leukemia in March 2023, experiencing unexplained tiredness and a rapid decline in health before seeking medical attention.
Episode 243 – The Politics of Language with Jennifer Delfino
Q: Why do you think language retention is not as emphasized among Filipino Americans compared to other immigrant Americans?
Jennifer stated it may be due to colonial mentality and the perception that one does not need to speak their language to be Filipino American, yet highlighted a puzzle of less generational transmission.
Episode 243 – The Politics of Language with Jennifer Delfino
Q: Where's your family from?
Jennifer shared that her dad is from Manila and migrated after attending college. He fled the Marcos regime and settled in South San Francisco.
Episode 242 – Walk This Way : A Camino Conversation with Kristine Jan Espinoza
Q: How long did it take to complete the pilgrimage?
I completed it in 28 days, which is actually fast for the Camino Frances.

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1. Carol Ojeda Kimbro
2. Kalaya'an Mendoza
3. Dom Magwili
4. Arthur Yu
5. Jennifer Delfino
6. Dr. Kristine Jan Cruz Espinoza
7. Stephen Ordonez
8. Chrissa Sparkles

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