The Ilustrado "Wooga Squad"
In this episode, Carmina and Patch discuss why they bestowed the “Wooga” title on the ilustrados, an esteemed squad of Spanish-colonial-era Filipinos whose aspirations for their country transcended ph...
12 Jun 202433min
The Philippines-St. Louis Connection
How is St. Louis, MO even remotely connected to the Philippines? Carmina and Patch discover the answer in this episode. They discuss why St. Louis came to be known as the "Gateway to the West" and how...
1 Mai 202424min
Kruhay, Antique!
Carmina and Patch finally get their chance to dive deep into Antique since they first encountered it in Season 1. Their discussion reveals Antique’s 13th century origin and its significance to Philipp...
27 Mar 202423min
Filipino Myths & Legends
In this episode about Filipino myths and legends, Carmina and Patch remember Esperidion Arsenio Manuel, who is known as the “Dean of Filipino Anthropology” and the “Father of Philippine Folklore.” Enj...
28 Feb 202429min
Fading Filipino Traditions
In FilTrip’s first episode of Season 3, Carmina and Patch discuss some of the Philippines’ slowly fading traditions. Adding to the episode’s depth are conversations with two special guests, who add pe...
31 Jan 202429min
Season Recap, FAHM, Asian Persuasion, PH Time Is Now & Patch’s Broadway Debut!
Carmina & Patch commemorate Filipino-American History Month by recapping the season and celebrating Fil-Am creative achievements. Topping the episode is a shoutout to the rom-com Asian Persuasion, whi...
11 Okt 202328min
A Behind-the-Scenes Story of The Thomasites
The Thomasites were sent to the Philippines to educate but their labors did not focus on that singular purpose. Carmina and Patch discuss how their work served America’s imperial vision of benevolent...
6 Sep 202333min
A Bright Future for the Philippines Animation Industry
After settling the score that she did not imagine Mazinger Z's "pectorally-endowed" opponents from the last episode, Carmina and Patch discover Fil-Am animators making waves in the US before delving i...
23 Aug 202323min
