Wazzup Pilipinas!
Most of us would think that podcasting is a very Western concept but really, the Pinoy podcast scene is getting bigger and bigger by the day. Since we’re all in quarantine, now is a good time to immerse yourself in the local podcasting scene.
After listening to more than 200 local podcasts, we present to you 14 podcasts, a healthy combination of popular and new, that we believe are worth listening to.
1.) ADULTING WITH JOYCE PRING
If you’re having trouble navigating through the difficult world of adulting, this is definitely the podcast for you! Multimedia super star Joyce Pring will not only guide you, she’ll also make you realize a lot of things with her amazing storytelling skills, voice, and personality!
2.) WAKE UP WITH JIM & SAAB
Wake up with Jim and Saab (Hosted by Jim Bacarro and Saab Magalona) talks about a variety of topics from parenting to current events. It’s the perfect podcast for people who are looking for that authentic yet funny conversations that is often absent in mainstream media.
3.) CALL TO ARMS
Hosted by sports journalist Nikko Ramos, the Call to Arms podcast is one of the newer shows on this list but is definitely one we just had to include as it can easily be considered as the top sports podcast in the Philippines. If you’re interested in everything and anything basketball-related (sneakers, hoops, movies, etc…) we highly recommend listening to this one.
4.) THE EVE’S DROP
What do you get when you put together 4 of the biggest radio presenters from the country’s most awarded radio station? A whole lot of amazing! The Eve’s Drop podcast is hosted by Delamar Arias, Monica Francesca Tobias, and Gelli Victor and is produced by Jude Rocha. The show is bound to make you laugh, cry, and reflect on your life.
5.) WALWAL SESH
The show’s title and tagline says it all, this is a podcast for the broken hearted (ang podcast ng mga sawi). Listen to Renz Argao, Dr. Gia Sison, and Vincent Orajay, talk about love, life, mental health, and sex. Their funny yet insightful banter will surely get you laughing and learning.
6.) BOILING WATERS
Another show on the list that talks about love and heartbreak, The Boiling Waters Podcast from the creators of Boiling Waters is the show to listen to if you are in need of great relationship advice! Hosted by honest and witty duo known only as Cactus 1 and Cactus 2, this show talks about the aspects of love that you need but sometimes are too afraid to hear.
7.) THE LINYA-LINYA SHOW
Without a doubt, this is one of the best comedy podcasts in the local scene! The Linya-Linya Show hosted by Ali Sangalang is sure to crack you up while also educating you on relevant and current social issues. Joined by multiple guests from different industries (music, health, standup, etc.) you’ll definitely be entertained by this show’s brand of comedy and wit.
8.) THE HALO-HALO SHOW
No local podcast recommendation list is complete without mentioning this dynamic duo it seems, and rightfully so! Radio presenters Rica Garcia and JC Tevez have been podcasting way before podcasting was this popular and they’ve managed to keep their show fresh and relevant. With their Trending Topics and comedic banter, The Halo-Halo Show is a famous “go-to” when it comes to the local podcasting scene.
9.) ANYTHING GOES WITH JOE AND CARLA
If you’ve ever wanted to hear what married life sounds like, Anything Goes with Joe and Carla is a good way to do so. From marriage tips to TV series recommendations, the name of the show delivers on its promise, anything goes! You should definitely listen to this podcast if you want to get golden nuggets of wisdom on life, family, and marriage.
10.) MUNI ON THIS PODCAST
Thought-provoking conversations on environmental issues? Yes please! MUNI on this, a bi-monthly podcast hosted by Jen Horn and Ayen Dela Torre, is a podcast that talks about environmental and other social issues in a way that not only informs its listeners but also give hope and motivation that we can still make the world a better place. Whenever you feel like the world is sh**, MUNI on this podcast will definitely make you feel empowered and capable of making a difference.
11.) INTRAPERSONAL PODCAST
This is probably how most of our 3:00 AM thoughts sound like, only better. The Intrapersonal Podcast by Ryan Joseph is relatable and stands out from the other podcasts on this list because of how short each episode is but it’s definitely not short on making its listeners reflect and feel emotions. Each episode is almost like listening to a song that you can repeat over and over again.
12.) TITA TIBX THE PODCAST
One thing we love about podcasting is it opens much needed conversations on topics that Philippine mainstream media is afraid to tackle like LGBTQIA+ issues, and if you’re looking for funny and meaningful conversation on said issue, this podcast is for you. The #TitaTibx Podcast hosted by Giney Villar and Libay Linsangan is all about the issues and concerns of Filipino lesbians. From gender stereotypes to coming out stories, this podcast is one of the more open and hilarious podcasts in the local scene.
13.) DEBATBLE WITH NINA AND KYLE
If you’ve ever been part of the debate club or just naturally curious on how debaters practice their craft, make sure to listen to this fun podcast! Debatable with Nina and Kyle is all about helping debaters revisit the basics, debate tips and tricks, and basically anything and everything debate related!
14.) THE 80 PERCENT
Easily the top business podcast in the country, The 80 Percent with Fitz Villafuerte is all about learning smart money habits and the proper mindset to achieve financial success. From topics like the fear of losing money when investing all the way to tips on how to make money during the lockdown, this podcast is the podcast to listen to for business minded people who want to learn more.
Of course as we said there are hundreds of other local podcasts available on multiple podcast streaming platforms, so if you want to immerse yourself in the podcasting scene, you’re just one search away. Welcome to the future of media!
Written by Sarah M. Aquino
Music student by day and freelance journalist by night. Mother to 3 dragons and 4 cats. I mostly write about pop culture, music, TV shows, and religion.
sarahmaquino15@gmail.com
Ross is known as the Pambansang Blogger ng Pilipinas - An Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Professional by profession and a Social Media Evangelist by heart.
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