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Heart of YEG Filipino Community
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HOY! Welcome to HOYtalk where we speak up on Filipino topics that are less commonly talked about (and maybe even taboo) while also amplifying Filipino voices in the community. By the end, we hope to give you more insight on the featured topic so that next time you can - HOY - talk about it!

Episodes

  1. 01/25/2024 ·  Bonus

    Naczyyy Signing with a Label? – Bonus Mini Episode Feat. Naczyyy & Chesca

    We had so many great questions from HOYtalk episode 5 but couldn't fit them all in the episode. That's why we're releasing a mini bonus episode! Watch to find out about Naczyyy's future and more! Find all links to Naczyyy's socials here: https://linktr.ee/Naczyyy Prefer to watch a video? Check out our ⁠⁠Youtube channel⁠⁠: youtube.com/@heartofyegfilipinocommunity Timestamps: (0:00) Intro (0:11) Naczyyy signing with a label? (1:24) Career in music production? (2:53) Future movie/Youtube miniseries? ----------------- Follow Us! Instagram: @⁠⁠heartofyegfilipinocommunity⁠⁠ Facebook: @⁠⁠HOYFilipinoCommunity

  2. 01/20/2024

    Pain to Passion: How Music Saved This Filipino Rapper (Feat. Naczyyy & Chesca) - Episode 5

    When Naczyyy (aka Ryan) moved to Canada at 18, he was hit with devastating news. For this Filipino rapper from Calgary, music became his outlet and escape. Get a behind the scenes look at his story, how he fought the dark times, and how dropping hot tracks became his passion. Plus, we spill the tea on how an unexpected encounter with Chesca, an educational assistant for special needs kids, flourished into a cute love story worthy of being a classic Filipino movie...maybe! 😉 Maraming salamat to Naczyyy for letting us use clips of his music in our talk show! Music/clips used in the episode: Intro: Naczyyy - GSW (Official Lyric Video) with a video clip from Naczyyy - PANGARAP (Official Music Video) Naczyyy - ON GOD (Official Lyric Video) Outro: Naczyyy - WAG (Feat. MJ.G) Find all links to Naczyyy's socials here: https://linktr.ee/Naczyyy Prefer to watch a video? Check out our ⁠Youtube channel⁠: youtube.com/@heartofyegfilipinocommunity Timestamps: (0:00) Intro (1:36) How did you get your rap name? (2:26) How did you get into rapping? (6:33) [Chesca] Why an educational assistant? (8:12) Feelings/experiences when first coming to Canada (14:15) How did you deal with the news and your mental health? (16:33) Were your parents supportive? (17:27) Who influenced your tracks? (18:07) How do you record? (19:14) What gear do you use? (20:39) Challenges in the music industry (23:22) Ez Mil shoutout (23:54) Naczyyy's dream collab (24:25) Trends/innovations in Filipino hip hop (25:42) Let's talk about your relationship! (31:45) What song is about Chesca? (And a song miracle) (33:47) How do you manage the insecurities and LDR? (36:49) What attracted you to Ryan? (39:03) Any upcoming concerts? (39:33) What's Blackstar Productions? (40:48) What do others think of your relationship? (44:20) When's an educational rap dropping? (45:56) Update on Ryan's situation (47:03) Any upcoming tracks? (49:09) Advice from Ryan & Chesca ----------------- Follow Us! Instagram: @⁠heartofyegfilipinocommunity⁠ Facebook: @⁠HOYFilipinoCommunity

  3. 06/16/2023

    Fear to Freedom: A Filipino’s Coming Out Story - Episode 4

    Pierro Amberti has been hiding a secret for years: he’s gay. After struggling to accept his feelings and the fear of coming out, he decided it was time to be free. But in a conservative Filipino household, what fallout will Pierro face – especially from his parents? Prefer to watch a video? Check out our Youtube channel: youtube.com/@heartofyegfilipinocommunity   Timestamps: (0:00) Intro (1:41) Fav ice cream spot (2:50) Least fav Filipino food (3:26) When did you know? (5:52) Was it further back? (7:36) A fearful paradox (9:55) How do you identify? (11:44) Life dating a girl (12:53) Coming out (14:42) Telling family (25:48) The aftermath (27:35) Pierro’s support system  (29:09) What made him come out to family (31:05) Filipino coping mechanisms (35:51) Mindset makeover (39:04) Other things that helped him come out (43:08) Future plans (45:06) Resources for the LGBTQ+ community (49:10) Advice for coming out (50:34) Shoutouts, recap, & outro Pierro’s Resources Queer Edmonton: www.instagram.com/queeredmonton/ Asian Mental Health: www.instagram.com/asianmentalhealthcollective/ (many other pages on social media focus on this topic) Mark E Miller: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkEMiller Bretman Rock: https://www.youtube.com/@BretmanRock   Pierro’s LGBTQ+ Friendly Community Recommendations PACT Coffee: www.pactcoffee.ca Remedy Café: www.remedycafe.ca The Next Act: www.nextactpub.com   Book your next hair appointment with Pierro (not sponsored): www.sohohair.ca ----------------- Follow Us! Instagram: @heartofyegfilipinocommunity Facebook: @HOYFilipinoCommunity

    Fear to Freedom: A Filipino’s Coming Out Story - Episode 4

  4. 06/08/2023

    Mindset Makeover – Bonus Mini Episode w/ Chef Earl Briones

    While famous queer Filipinos like Vice Ganda are widely accepted, what do regular queer Filipinos face? As a slight teaser for next week's episode, this outtake from episode 3 features Chef Earl Briones and April uncovering a harsh reality. They also point out a mindset makeover happening right now in the community. Don’t miss HOYtalk episode 4 where we’ll hear one Filipino’s mindset makeover as he battled with his fear of coming out! Note: When Chef Earl mentions POP, he’s taking about Pinoys on Parliament 2023. Learn more about it here: https://www.kabangka.org/pinoysonparliament Prefer to watch a video? Check out our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heartofyegfilipinocommunity ----------------- Follow Us! Instagram: @heartofyegfilipinocommunity Facebook: @HOYFilipinoCommunity

  5. 04/21/2023

    Chef Earl Briones: The Man Who’s Fired Up to Make a Change - Episode 3

    Chef Earl Briones is a Filipino on fire – not just for his appearance on a Food Network show. Switching from anthropology to a culinary career, he’s hustling to redefine his own story and Filipino cuisine by collabing with Filistix, the Philippine Arts Council, and many others. Listen in on his mission to make a change in the Filipino community, the obstacles he faced, and what advice he has to offer. Prefer to watch a video? Check out our Youtube channel: youtube.com/@heartofyegfilipinocommunity Timestamps: (0:00) Welcome! (1:20) Chef Earl’s Entrance (2:34) The Chef’s Projects (4:01) Anything Else to Add? (4:59) The Shift from Anthropology to Culinary (9:26) Getting into Food Network’s Fire Masters (13:38) Bringing the Community Together & Obstacles (18:43) Personal Challenges (28:32) Culinary Influences (33:47) Adobo without Soy Sauce?! (35:37) Struggles of Bringing Filipino Food to the Forefront (41:02) Chef Earl’s Favourite Dish (43:11) Advice for Aspiring Chefs (47:43) Work in the LGBTQ+ Community (50:55) Mental Health & Burnout as a Chef (55:01) Where to Find Chef Briones ----------------- Follow Us! Instagram: @heartofyegfilipinocommunity Facebook: @HOYFilipinoCommunity

  6. 03/12/2023

    Pipty Shades of Brown - Episode 2

    Filipino skin colours feature pipty (50) shades of brown – likely even more. This episode, we hear experiences and observations from Francis (Panjo) de Grano and Almar Reyes who are on different sides of the skin colour spectrum. How did their lives differ and what have they noticed in Filipino culture? Later, they turn the tables and place our own host in the hotseat!  Prefer to watch a video? Check out our Youtube channel: youtube.com/@heartofyegfilipinocommunity ----------------- Follow Us! Instagram: @heartofyegfilipinocommunity Facebook: @HOYFilipinoCommunity

    Pipty Shades of Brown - Episode 2

  7. 02/27/2023

    [Father's Day Special] Paternally Yours - Episode 1

    Welcome to the first episode of HOYtalk! This was recorded as a pilot and as a special for Father's Day in 2022. On this episode, Eydral and Francis discuss their fatherhood journey and share advice for future fathers who are struggling to find help.  Prefer to watch a video? Check out our Youtube channel: youtube.com/@heartofyegfilipinocommunity ----------------- Follow Us! Instagram: @heartofyegfilipinocommunity  Facebook: @HOYFilipinoCommunity

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HOY! Welcome to HOYtalk where we speak up on Filipino topics that are less commonly talked about (and maybe even taboo) while also amplifying Filipino voices in the community. By the end, we hope to give you more insight on the featured topic so that next time you can - HOY - talk about it!

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  • Creator
    Heart of YEG Filipino Community
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Heart of YEG Filipino Community
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    HOYtalk