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When Legacy Finds You | A Conversation with Artist Walter Redondo on Tennis, Creation, and a Life Well Played
What's the protocol when you discover someone with your relatively uncommon last name, "Redondo," whom you've never met? I've always assumed I was acquainted with all my relatives. However, in recent years, I've received inquiries about museum exhibits featuring tennis legends with the Redondo surname, prompting me to wonder about a possible connection.
How the Cu Sisters Built a Multi-Million Dollar Brand Reinventing Oral Care with COCOLAB
COCOLAB was founded by sisters Dr. Chrystle Cu and Catherine Cu. Dr. Chrystle Cu, a dentist, is passionate about enhancing oral care products. Catherine Cu, an artist, contributes her design expertise to the business.
The Sweet Side of Heritage | Chef Danielle Comerford’s Taste of Home in Netflix’s 1 in 7641
Chef Danielle Comerford, explores the rich culinary heritage of the Philippines in Episode #3: Kain Tayo of the Netflix docuseries 1 in 7641. The episode follows Comerford as she journeys through Bacolod, Pampanga, and Ilo-Ilo, sampling diverse local dishes.
Half Black, Half Pinay, Entirely Her Own: The Rise of Jae’roze Tate
Jae'roze Tate is a Filipino African American musical artist who blends English and Tagalog in her rap lyrics. Born and raised in the Philippines, she later moved to the United States for higher education.
From PBA Legend to Tech Visionary | FilAm Jared Dillinger’s Next Big Play
Professional basketball player turned media-tech entrepreneur. Jared Dillinger played in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) for 18 years and won 9 PBA championships throughout his career.
Between Two Worlds | Filipina American Host and Filmmaker Megan Reyes on Finding Home Through Soccer
A sports marketing professional, award-winning host and multi-hyphenate creative, has added filmmaker to her list of accomplishments. Her passion lies in expanding soccer's reach by sharing stories that highlight identity, culture, and belonging.
The Future of Surfing Is Here - and He’s Filipino American | Meet Titus Santucci, the First FilAm on the USA Junior National Surf Team
Imagine your mother not only allowed but encouraged you to pursue your passion by taking a non-traditional educational path. Instead of fully quitting school, you could attend online — a normalized option, especially post-pandemic — while actively pursuing your dreams.
This One Conversation Could Change How Filipino Americans Think About Money
Generational wealth is something that we are not so familiar with in the Filipino community, but it’s something that we should all aspire and strive for – not only for our personal gain, but for the betterment of our future and our families.
Finding Pamilya Through Podcasting | This Filipino American Life Holds Strong to its Roots
What happens when you put a 4 Filipino friends and microphones together in a room? You may think it's time for karaoke, but in the case of our LA-based friends, it means a podcast.
Chef EmManuel Garcia Is Remixing Filipino Food at Baba’s House and Oakland’s newest speakeasy 13 Orphans
Baba's House appears unassuming from the outside. A restaurant occupies the downstairs, but venture upstairs to find a mahjong den with multiple tables. From there, a secret passage leads to the 13 Orphans Speakeasy bar.
Cartoons, Kicks, and Community Power: Inside FilAm Artist Cesar Cueva’s Layered Exhibit
It’s rare that Filipino-Americans get the opportunity to pursue their passion, yet alone, receive their parents' support. With the encouragement of his family, Cesar Cueva was able to build a career in the arts.
Filipino Art Doesn’t Have to Be Traditional And Abstract Artist Keith Lapuz Proves It By Making Art That Hits Different
Rising artist and a proud graduate of California State University, Sacramento, Keith Lapuz channels his heritage into his symbolic works and honors his roots while pushing the boundaries of contemporary art.
Filipino, American, and Caught in Between | How ’90s Rap Icon Butch Velez and Masta Plann Gave the Diaspora a Beat
The 1990s was a golden era, particularly for music. Inspired by Sidney Shaw's iconic question in the movie, Brown Sugar: "When did you fall in love with hip-hop?" – I had my moment, interviewing the OG, Butch Velez, AKA Tracer One, of Masta Plann.
Filipino Flavor, Jersey Grind | Inside Ayala Coffee’s Feel-Good FILAm Vibe
Starting as a pop up coffee cart, Ayala Coffee has grown into a top-ranked cafe in downtown New Jersey. To learn more about Ayala and what they’re serving up in the East Coast.
Filipina-Owned Mostra Coffee Hits a Home Run as the Official Coffee Partner of the San Diego Padres
When Mostra Coffee officially partnered with the San Diego Padres as their proud coffee partner at Petco Park, it was more than a business win—it was a full-circle moment for co-founder Jelynn Malone, a proud Filipina-American, entrepreneur, and lifelong Padres fan.
What Do You Do When AI Comes for Your Art? Graphic Novelist Choz Belen’s Answer: Create Louder
When we last spoke to Choz Belen, he was already deep into the creative process of building an original universe. Now, we’ll hear how this era of uncertainty sparked something new — something bold, personal, and completely unexpected: the birth of 3NJ.
How FilAm Actress Jessalyn Wanlim Went from Juilliard to Netflix’s No. 1 Show Running Point
Filipina actress Jessalyn Wanlim opens up about her role on Netflix’s hit series Running Point, her Filipino roots, motherhood, and breaking barriers in Hollywood. A must-read for Gen Z and millennial Filipino Americans.
Who is Kuya Istilo? Meet The Fil-Am Fashion Enigma We Never Saw Coming
You must be just as curious to figure out who is this man with that good hair, dripped out in all of this fashion, rocking the barong Tagalog in non-traditional ways? Or you’ve probably told yourself, “I wish I could wear that or I could never rock that outfit."
How This Rare ‘Dinosaur Egg’ Sea Salt is Taking Over the Internet and the Woman Behind Its Comeback, Filam Entrepreneur Lennie Dicarlo
Xroads Philippine Sea Salts is the official distributor of the asin tibuok aka the “dinosaur egg”, which is one of those products that have existed for generations, but is now getting the limelight that it deserves.
Meet the Chef Behind the Viral Dubai Chocolate, Nouel Catis, and How His Brand SNA’AP Is Crafting Million-Dollar Magic
They say the way to a human’s heart is through the stomach. According to Chef Nouel, that is false! He believes the way to a human’s heart is by tugging on one’s heritage to draw connection and nostalgia