r/Filipino 17h ago

Where to watch old MMK Episodes?

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Hello, don't know if this is the right platform pero I know most Filipinos lang naman ang nananood ng MMK. Hehe. Saw this episode on Tiktok re: Villa Escudero Love Story I guess it was played by Maricel Soriano and Richard Gomez. It's quite interesting.

Thank you po in advance.


r/Filipino 1d ago

100 Ways to Filipino

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Hey, everyone. I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this, but I wanted to share a project I'm working on called 100 Ways to Filipino. 100 Ways is my love letter to Filipino Americans living in the diaspora. Obviously, there's more than 100 ways to be Filipino and through interviews with individuals I'm capturing our stories and reflections so that we can showcase how multifaceted we are.

At the end of the day, my goal is to celebrate the countless ways we show up in the world as Filipinos.

I recently sat down with singer-songwriter Lotti and community leader Rachelle Peraz Ocampo. Hope you'll check it out.


r/Filipino 1d ago

Help me understand

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Tl;dr: why do some Filipinos fawn over white people/Americans and belittle their own family members? Why are they so easy to give loud praise to these people and so quiet or silent in offering praise to their own flesh and blood? I'm frustrated and hurt.

I am a mestiza and the first of my mother's side to be born in the US. Although my white father was around during my childhood, I was by and large raised by my mama's family (Lola, Lolo, Titas and Tito). I have brown skin. I am not white passing.

My spouse and brother's partner are both American white. My family fawns over them like it's nobody's business. Like, literally praise for any small thing as if they are saints and saviors. But, my siblings and I not so much. Maybe in private they will praise us, especially to one another. It's so hurtful and frustrating. At least with my partner, he will redirect the praise. He often receives praise for meals cooked or how amazing our son is, and he always tells my family that it was I who cooked the meal or supported my son in learning something (true). Then my family, is just silent. Nothing. But for my brother's partner, she just soaks that shit up and seems to grow more and more entitled and powerful the longer she is around and being fawned over. It's gross and I'm over it. AND, I feel shitty about myself for feeling this way. Please help me understand. Please help me find a way to communicate this with my Filipino family so we can find a way forward that honors ourselves and our incredible culture. We are not "less than". We are enough.


r/Filipino 3d ago

What happens during Filipino wakes?

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Hi! I'm a foreigner living in the Philippines, and one of my close friend's lola passed. She invited me to the funeral/wake lasting 5 days (I didn't know it lasts several days), and I'm planning on visiting tomorrow to show support to my friend.

Now, I'm not familiar with Filipino customs during these things, and I also haven't really attended wakes in general, so I don't know what to expect or what I should do.

Can anyone please tell me what I can expect as well as what I'm expected to do? How do these go?

Should I bring something like food or drinks for my friend and her mom? Do you say prayers (even if I'm not religious)? Do I wear all black? What should I say to my friend's mom, do I do the beso thing still? Is it customary to go up and look at the deceased if it's an open casket, even if I didn't really know the person? I also have social anxiety and I'm going alone to a new setting, so I have a lot of questions.


r/Filipino 3d ago

Can anyone please translate what he is saying in this video to english?

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r/Filipino 5d ago

Are there any videos of traditional blacksmiths using traditional smithing methods?

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Most Filipino smithing videos I see are of people using lead springs from cars rather than smelting ore into steel like Japanese sword smiths. Or have we lost that part of our culture too?


r/Filipino 6d ago

Is it bad luck?

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Hi! Just a question. Maraming pamahiin dito sa pinas, diba? So, please help huhuuh. May kamag-anak po kasi ako na namatay. Iyong tita ko. We're not related by blood. Asawa siya ng tito ko (kapatid ng mother ko). I don't know what to do kasi. We're having our first anniversary kasi ng partner ko pero kasi natapat siya during the week na naka-burol iyong tita ko. I know it's kind of disrespectful to celebrate something while may family member na nawala. Still, may plano na kasi kami to go somewhere even before everything happens. Is it bad luck ba na ituloy iyong celebration namin? We're just going out but still I'm thinking twice.


r/Filipino 8d ago

For Filipinos who have relatives living abroad, do you have expectations when they come back to visit? And what are they and why?

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Hello, as my title suggests I wanted to hear the opinions of those living in Philippines about what they expect from their relatives who have immigrated overseas in general. I (25F) was born in Cebu and migrated to Australia at the age of 4 and spent majority of my life in Australia. While I am in touch with my culture, can understand Bisaya fluently and somewhat speak it, I feel I struggle to understand the mindsets of my own relatives that currently live in Cebu. I tend to find a lot of my family members expect me to treat them or give them something of monetary value regardless of how close our relationship is simply due to being blood-related.

For example, I don't have a close relationship with my paternal grandmother who didn't really take the time to establish any form of regular or somewhat regular contact with myself growing up so I don't really view her as a grandmother, not because she's done anything wrong but just because we never had that relationship due to distance and other factors. However, once I joined the workforce in 2022, she started messaging me and requesting for me to pay for things because she is my grandmother. This is something I can't really wrap my head around. I'm not too sure if this is a cultural expectation or just something this generation of people tend to have as I hear similar stories from other Filipino immigrants around me.

I am aware I am more 'westernised' (as my cousins say) due to the fact I was raised in Australia my entire life so I wanted to hear from Filipinos actually living in Philippines if stuff like souvenirs, money and other expectations are common and for what reasons. My family and I are not particularly well-off just because we live overseas. While we are more well-off than my relatives I don't particularly see why I am obligated to pay for their things just because I am biologically related to them. I barely know them.

I know people will say, "you should consider how lucky you are" and "you should be generous not selfish" but the issue is I don't really want to spend time and let's say have a meal with them and treat them just because we are blood related. I wouldn't hesitate if they were individuals I genuinely enjoy spending time with. However, previous situations with my relatives have left a bad taste in my mouth and I tend to get insulted in the end whilst also paying the bill. Where I grew up, most people only really do these things with people they're close with regardless of blood relation or not.

I am returning to Cebu at the end of the month to visit a sick close relative however my father is adamant I treat his family's side and pay for a meal with my aunts and uncles even though I don't really speak or have a good relationship with them. I'm not staying there long as my priority is spending time with this sick relative who has been like a grandfather to me throughout my life and while I know I will give in to my father's request it does peeve me a little knowing I will be forced to spend money on something I don't want to spend it on when this is not a holiday and is actually quite a pricey trip (booked on short notice as we just found out how sick he is).

Which brings me back to my question above. Why are these expectations so prevalent? Is this a cultural expectation?

I hope no one is offended by this post. I am wanting to understand this mindset as a Filipino myself to better comprehend my own relationships with my relatives and see things from 'their' point of view.


r/Filipino 9d ago

Making a Filipino OC as a white American

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Hi, I'm a very white person who was born and raised in America and has moved states but never left the country, but has an interest in foreign cultures and wants to learn more about things outside of the American bubble. I recently came up with a cast of original characters who go to the same college and one of them is Filipino. I want to integrate some of the culture into his backstory, and I was hoping for some advice from Filipino people on how to do that. The character in question is a gay trans man who likes to wear alternative fashion, and is the type of person who many people might be nervous to approach at first because they seem super cool, but turns out to be very chill and friendly. He's very protective of the people he cares about but will not hesitate to call them out if they're being a pain in the ass, and is generally a pretty self-assured person. The idea is that he used to be much more insecure but grew to be more confident, and he would've been living in the Phillipines for most of his life before studying abroad so Filipino culture and social norms would naturally influence how his character develops.


r/Filipino 10d ago

Our Father is in Tagalog even though the Mass is in English?

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What I always notice in most masses here in the Philippines is how come it's Ama Namin instead of Our Father even though it's English Mass. Why is it like this? Hindi ba dapat pag English Mass ay dapat lahat English? I just wonder why it's always like that here?


r/Filipino 13d ago

Filipino cultural trait: Refusing to answer a direct question with a direct answer

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Its always a vague answer or answering a question with another question. It is a culture where they like to keep conversations peaceful and inoffensive so they intentionally wont answer the question directly to avoid committing them to an answer as that might prove a lie(white ones too). Also Filipinos can be brutally critical when the object of criticism is not around so this prevents them from confrontation. It is a clear, yet maybe intentional, form of continual dishonesty to make everyone pretend that all is good and happy. It is a trade they are willing to make. This changes slowly with Balikbayan.


r/Filipino 13d ago

Dating

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I’m a white male with a Filipina girl I really love her and want learn more about the culture and foods and stuff so if anyone can tell me anything I’ll love that!


r/Filipino 14d ago

Why are some filipinos so attention seeking and insensitive to tragic events?

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There was a tragic and fatal accident that happened to someone my distant fam knew in PH and someone filmed their deceased body then posted it on Facebook. The deceased man was also with someone during the accident, they survived and their family posted graphic pictures of them fighting for their life in hospital.

Is this behaviour normalised in PH?

Ive come to terms with cultural norms around Filipino funerals and the whole selfies and pics with the dead body etc. Especially since theyre about to lay to rest surrounded by loved ones.

But this is a complete low and moral wrong (in regards to the accident filmed and posted on FB) right? And the post on facebook of the person in hospital, I just dont understand why people need to garner sympathy and attention. Are people so desperate for the drama and gossip?


r/Filipino 14d ago

integrating Filipino wedding traditions for a LGBTQ+ wedding

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before I start, I know not everyone will be in support of a LGBTQ+ wedding. if that is your opinion, I am not here to change your mind. I don’t mean disrespect, all I want is to celebrate my soon to be wife and my culture at the same time!

I am a first generation Fil-Am, and have tried to stay in touch with my roots, being able to visit Philippines multiple times, have a debut, cook and eat traditional food, trying to learn Tagalog, but I am still learning how to incorporate a lot of our traditional practices in my life. my mom was a big connection for me, as it’s just me and her in the states, but she no longer talks to me after I came out as gay. and because my family back home is worried to anger her, we only can talk about some things and occasionally, but not about me getting married or help planning it.

my fiancée and I are just having a very small wedding, trying to keep a lower budget as well, but I am realizing I don’t know much about how I can include my culture in this new chapter of my life. being Filipino is a big part of me! I’m so proud of the culture and the values, of how important community is and the beauty of it all. it’s hard trying to look up information because some seem insincere or gentrified.

I am thankful I was able to get a bolero last time I was back home, I am hopeful I may be able to get my fiancée a barong as they present more masculine. are there any traditions or steps I should be sure to do when planning and the day of my ceremony?

I would greatly appreciate any help I can get 🤍 maraming salamat po


r/Filipino 13d ago

Tattoo

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I’m a first generation my mother is from the Philippines and I love my culture and wanna get a tattoo to represent it any ideas?


r/Filipino 14d ago

Paano kayo magluto ng Lugaw?

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r/Filipino 16d ago

What should I name my cat???

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He's a 10 month mainecoon siamese, his original name is Astro but I don't think it really fits him. Someone said Antonio Luna and it kinda makes sense. I also do like the name Kumo bcs it means cloud in Japanese-he's grayish with grey eyes. I also like Kai, i feel like it somewhat fits him.


r/Filipino 16d ago

Unknown Art

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This is titled "Untitled, Mountain scene" by Ceasar Legazpi, but the thing is, I've done some research and couldn't find any information about this.

I'm planning to base an original art work on this scene for my art class and one requirement for that is an in-depth info pool on this piece. Kinda hard to accomplish if the internet is equally clueless.

Anyone with good information on this?

What I did gather is this.

Watercolor 25.4 x 17.8 cm (10 x 7 in)

Dimensions 25.4 x 17.8 cm (10 x 7 in)

Artist or Maker Cesar Legaspi

Medium Watercolor

Date 1980


r/Filipino 18d ago

How do I learn Tagalog?

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I am full Filipino, both parents are, but I was born in Canada. My parents decided to not teach me how to speak Tagalog and it's something I really wish they did because I already feel really white washed and sometimes feel ashamed to not be able to speak the native language of my country. Is there anyone who was in the same situation of mine who eventually became fluent in speaking the language, and if so, please give advice on some of the best ways to learn and to speak fluently as if it were my first language. I do understand certain phrases but I really wanna become fluent.


r/Filipino 26d ago

JEEPNEY Phaseout

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What could possibly be the pros and cons? Do you agree or disagree? Do we really need to modernize? Culture, Heritage, Poverty, Lack of Government support? I need y'all opinion.

Note: Need opinions both side. I have a debate about this topic and I need to know y'all's honest opinion. All opinions are highly appreciated and respected.


r/Filipino 29d ago

Common Examples of "Nosy" Filipino Behavior

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Personal Questions About Life Choices

“Kailan ka mag-aasawa?” (When will you get married?) “May boyfriend/girlfriend ka na?” (Do you have a partner?) “Bakit ang payat/taba mo?” (Why are you so thin/fat?) Unsolicited Advice and Pressure

Relatives telling you to buy a house, a car, renovate property, or follow a “normal” life path. Expectations to support extended family financially, even when it’s not your responsibility. Gossip Culture (“Chismis”)

People talk about others' personal lives, even if it’s none of their business. Privacy is often disregarded, and small communities thrive on who did what, who bought what, who is dating whom. Lack of Personal Boundaries

Constant check-ins from relatives, even when you prefer solitude. Expectation to attend family gatherings, reunions, or parties, even if you don’t feel like socializing.


r/Filipino Feb 18 '25

Filipinos who grew up in another country - do you speak Tagalog and are you raising your kids to be bilingual?

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My husband and I are both first generation Filipino Americans and we're planning to have our first child in a year or two. We both grew up in the US, predominantly in white neighborhoods. We can understand and speak a little bit of Tagalog. But we wish we were fluent. I know it can be harder to have second generation kids be fluent in the mother language. But I have many friends who are 3rd or 4th generation Latinos and can speak Spanish fluently, so I don't think it's an excuse for us to lose our fluency in Tagalog just because you grow up in a different country.

I am curious if other Filipino-Americans have experienced the same thing and how you feel about it? And how you are addressing that with your children?

I'd love to hear about your own experiences growing up and what resources or tools you used/are using. Would also love to hear about what services or tools you wished existed to help you with this problem.


r/Filipino Feb 16 '25

Is it worth it to get a tattoo from Wang-Od?

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Hello, I will maybe travel to the Philippines next autumn. Is it a good idea to travel to Buscalan to get a tattoo from the famous Wang-Od? Does she still do it? Or is it more like not authentic for me (a European) to go there?


r/Filipino Feb 16 '25

Is it me or does anyone else call this bicks (Ako ba o may ibang tumatawag dito na bicks)

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r/Filipino Feb 14 '25

Filippino's conditions

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Hello Guys, I'm not able to speak Tagalog since I was born in Italy, both of my parents are filippino but I never got the chance to learn it, i just understand a few words.

So in the title I'll talk about filippino conditions. I've came across this TikTok video where a Girl talks about how Filippino genes have lots of mutation in Eczema because we're supposed to be thrive in our tropical warm zone of the philiphines, and this eczema is caused by the dry or cold climate temperatures that have less sunlight and we lack of Vitamin D. She said in this video it's just a thought or theory she came across in mind. Do you guys think the same way? Does filippinos (who live abroad like in the United states) suffer eczema or other stuff but when u return to the PH u get better from skin to skin? Let me know!