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FilTrip
FilTrip is a tribute by Carmina and Patch to the Filipinos, their traditions, and idiosyncrasies that make the Philippines the most unique country in the world. Join them as they reconnect to their roots and introduce the Philippines through their trips! See https://www.buzzsprout.com/privacy for Privacy Policy.
Podcasting since 2021 • 56 episodes
FilTrip
Latest Episodes
Lost for Words
What does it feel like to witness one’s mother tongue in the throes of extinction? As Carmina and Patch discover, there are many of the almost 200 Filipino languages that are endangered. Yet, there is hope. There are revival efforts afoot in th...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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29:20
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Habagat, Amihan, Ants and Elephants
What do the love story of Habagat & Amihan have to do with ants and elephants? Carmina and Patch discuss the mythology of the Philippines’ monsoons, how early Filipinos dealt with this phenomenon, and current day views about climate change....
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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28:26
Pinoy Summer Tales
Summer vacation is months away in the US but it’s in full swing in the Philippines! Carmina and Patch talk about popular summer activities, both today and in their childhood. Their conversation covered famous summer destinations, fiestas & ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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22:31
Balagtas: The Rebel Poet
Carmina and Patch discover just how colorful a life Balagtas lived. They discuss how artfully Balagtas infused the spirit of resistance in his famous masterpiece, “Florante at Laura,” by including themes and characters that defied the times in ...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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29:56
Malacañang Through the Ages
Carmina and Patch explore Malacañang’s beginnings, when it’s appropriate for the letter “g” to make an appearance at the end of its name, and its myths & legends. Dive in with them as they discover why Malacañang is a symbol of both traditi...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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30:12