Conversations with MM: Esterlinda M. Klug - pioneering research of the Suban-on epic
This is an upbeat conversation with Esterlinda Klug (formerly Malagar) who did the pioneering research on Guman, the folk epic of Dumalinao (the Suban-on people) of Zamboanga in the Philippines in 1971. She also tells us of her life as an immigrant mom and court interpreter based in Maryland. Enjoy!
Conversations with MM: Youth leader Sean Colaljo
Here's a remarkable youth leader, Sean Colaljo, 17, who's a distinguished member of the Institute for Youth in Policy, a member of the Model UN and Academic decathlon, and organizer of his school district's High School for Democrats in America.
Sean, who lives in Rocklin, California, articulates the need for representation of youth in government and the concerns young people of America face today.
Conversations with MM: Dustan Yoder - testimonial on a Near-death experience
Let's take a listen to Mr. Dustan Yoder in a rare conversation about his near-death experience/out of body experience in 2019.
The Near-death experience Research Foundation notes million of cases of NDEs across different cultures and religions, pointing to the assumption that there is consciousness outside the human body.
For Mr. Yoder, a native of Alexandria, VA, the experience convinced him that there is a God and that life should be lived happily and gratefully. He is a proud and happy babysitter grandpa to his only grandson. Take a listen.
Conversations with MM: Michelle Hugo, Restaurant Industry Consultant
Conversations with MM with Restaurant & Food Industry Consultant Michelle Hugo. This was an interview done in December 2023. We're replaying it as it is so compelling and sumptuous. Enjoy!
Conversations with MM: Women & Media with Lumen Castaneda
Women & Media Cafe with Lumen Castaneda, founder of UNIFFIED teachers organization and the 2024 July 4th celebration in Philadelphia, birthplace of America.
Conversations with MM: Cely Deauna, volunteerism and public service volunteer
An inspiring conversation with Ms. Marcela 'Cely' Deauna, Filipino-American leader in Bergen County, NJ who serves at the Bergen County Clerk's Office. She talks of her experience working as a finance person (VP at a local bank) and navigating local politics, motherhood, and racial discrimination early in her life as an immigrant. This is another inspiring conversation! Take a listen.
Happy Father's Day from Awesome Media, Ltd.
Conversations with MM: 126th Phil Independence Day NY; Merly Barlaan & Brandon Melo
We feature the New York celebrations of the 126th Philippine Independence Day and the movers of the upcoming movie Chocolate Hills, Ms. Merly Barlaan and actor-writer-director Brandon Melo.
Conversations with MM: FilAm priest Msgr. Jonas Achacoso
On July 1, 2024, FilAm priest Msgr. Jonas Achacoso leaves his parish of assignment, the Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Woodside, Queens to serve Vatican's Supreme Court, the Apostolic Signatura. Achacoso, a native of Duero, Bohol, has served the Brooklyn Diocese of New York for more than a decade.
He has served as a part-time judge at The Tribunal and liaison to Ecclesial Movements until his assignment in Rome.
Achacoso's doctoral publication “Due Process in Administrative Justice” was recognized and awarded by the Vatican in 2018, developing in him a specialized knowledge and practice of the delivery of administrative justice within the Catholic Church
Conversations with MM: Singer-actor Carla Mongado & International composer Andrew Beall
Enjoy this conversation with sparkling artists Carla Mongado (The Clockmaker's daughter) and Andrew Beall (Song of Solomon, Platinum Girls) as they introduce their duo as Marimba and Voice.
Carla Mongado will be featured in the upcoming Women & Media Cafe launch mini-concert with Andrew Beall in the marimba on June 21, 2024 at the Philippine Center.
Conversations with MM: Women & Media Cristina DC Pastor, Carla Mongado, and Nora Galleros
Celebrating Mother's Day 2024 with Women & Media, featuring journalist Cristina DC Pastor, singer-actor Carla Mongado and CEO of Galleros-Robinson CPAs Nora Galleros.
We feature the upcoming Women & Media Cafe launch too.
Conversations with MM: Carlo Canlas Mendoza, hall of famer FilAm cinematographer of GOMBURZA
Acclaimed FilAm cinematographer Carlo Canlas Mendoza (GomBurZa, Bwakaw, Big Night) details his journey as visual artist for moving images. He chooses the kind of story he works on, and the director too, making sure that collaboration is ensured to create a masterpiece movie. He sees hope in the elevation of Philippine movies, with the rise of independent film makers who are braver in creating movies that are socially relevant and empowering. Way to go, Carlo!
Conversations with MM is now streamed in the West Coast through PHLV Radio Las Vegas on YouTube, PHLV app, Facebook, and Amazon Fire TV. Thank you for this collab, Kuya JoHann and Kuya Rex.
Happy Women's History Month, dear readers! Thank you to artist Luis Caraos for his works of art honoring women featured in our March episodes.
Conversations with MM: Talon Germain, MMA fighter
A close look at the grit and discipline of Mixed Martial Arts fighter Talon Germain in the world of combat contact sports in Sacramento, CA. More than the pursuit of winning, the journey is a formation of character and spirit. He admires world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao and apppreciates his family for the all out support. Way to go, Talon!
"You only live twice" album release March 15, 2024.
They call me the Big New York show
June 23, Sunday at The Birchmere
3701 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA
Starting this year on high gear with guests Fleur Harris, Dennis Madamba, Carla Mongado, Carl Craig, Sharon Rae North, Philippine Consulate General in New York, Fil-Am Press Club of New York.
Thanks for an awesome start of 2024!
#grateful #narrative
Conversations with MM: Multi-awarded Haitian American artist Carl Craig
It's not very often that one gets into a conversation with an artist who articulates with pride one's historical heritage. I've had that privilege just recently, in this conversation with Florida-based multi-awarded artist Carl Craig. His works are of 'Symbolic Expressionism' depicting the culture and people of Haiti with reverence, love, and courage.
Apart from marveling his art, this conversation takes us to the history of Haiti as the geopolitical center of the struggle of native peoples against colonizer France, UK, and Spain, and the birthing of America. Today, Haiti is in an acute challenge of transformation. It takes courage to speak up about these concerns, and Mr. Craig speaks through his art.
Take a listen and be blown away.
Conversations with MM: Carla Mongado, performer and music teacher
Here's a sweet conversation with excellent singer, performer, and music teacher who has just began to spread her wings on the beautiful music she sings, Carla Mongado.
Conversations with MM: Digital illustrator Dennis Madamba
FilAm illustrator Dennis Madamba features his works of art depicting Filipino nurses, doctors, and caregivers at the Tandang Sora Project Exhibit, rendering digital art to complement the stories of care by these health frontliners, as written by Marivir Montebon.
Conversations with MM: Fleur Harris, Editor in Chief of DC Bar
Happy New Year, dear viewers! Our New Year episode is this conversation with Miss Fleur Luntao Harris, editor in chief of The Washington Lawyer, the official publication of the DC Bar. The Washington DC Bar is the mandatory organization of lawyers in Washington DC which has over 100,000 members in the 50 states and abroad. Fleur rose from the ranks, as a part-time copy editor, to EIC. So, here's what hard-core journalism practice can do!
Conversations with MM: Cristina DC Pastor, Jenny Castaneda, Ledy Almadin WOMEN & MEDIA
Thank you, 2023 and welcome 2024! It's our 45th episode to close Conversations with MM 2023. In conversation are Ledy Almadin, executive director of the Philippine American Chamber of Commerce, Jenny Castaneda, treasurer of UNIFFIED New Jersey, and Cristina DC Pastor, founding Editor of The FilAm magazine.
Happy New Year, everyone! May peace and good health be yours!
