Taralets Talk: The Filipino Expat Chronicles
Episodes
S4 Ep. 1: Immigrant Life and the Pressure to Overwork
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re officially back! In this episode, we talk honestly about why we stepped away—and why that break was necessary. From burnout and family hospi...
S3 Ep. 13: Answering Burning Questions About the Filipino Culture
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the answers to some Quora questions about Filipino culture by listening to our last episode of Season 3. In this episode, we explored the va...
S3 Ep. 12: Conversations About Intercultural Marriage with Zaini Hassan & Kevin Perez
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have questions or concerns? We’d love to hear from you. Email: [email protected] you enjoyed this episode, please give us some love by rat...
S3 Ep. 11: The Road To U.S. Citizenship: A Personal Reflection
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is a personal reflection of Mark's journey to becoming a U.S. citizen. It tells the story of how he and his wife overcame the chal...
S3 Ep. 10: Crypto, Stock Market & Inflation Advice for Balikbayans With Kevin Perez
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, we discuss investments and impart advice to Filipino immigrants who want to get started in stocks and cryptocurrencies. Our ...
S3 Ep. 9: A True Kapamilya with Maria Cristina Viloria
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ABS-CBN—the largest media and entertainment company in the Philippines—shut down its operations and went off the air in 2020.In this episode, we w...
S3 Ep. 8: Money Talk: Handling Our Expenses
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode aims to help Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) handle their finances. Different countries have different sets of financial laws and rules....
S3 Ep. 7: Rookie Expat Mistakes
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Deciding to move to a new country is one thing - but making rookie mistakes can set your experience back. In this episode, we talk about some of the m...
S3 Ep. 6: Moving to & Working in Malaysia with Princess Nanaman
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you considering moving to and working in Malaysia? Then this episode is for you! Princess Nanaman, a Filipina expat who lived in Malaysia, will s...
S3 Ep. 5: US & Philippines Urban Legends, Real Ghost Stories & More
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to our Halloween special episode where we discuss some of the scariest urban legends from both the US and the Philippines. Hear personal storie...
S3 Ep. 4: How To Deal With Culture Shock When You Migrate
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Culture shock can be an obstacle for new expats trying to adjust to the new environment, but understanding the different stages can help make the tran...
S3 Ep. 3: Adapting to Life in New Zealand with Geraldine Pinlac
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are so many things people don't tell you when you're preparing to migrate, and in this episode, Geraldine aims to fill in some of those gaps. Ge...
S3 Ep. 2: What is Filipino Colonial Mentality?
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do Filipinos have "colonial mentality" traits?In this episode, we offer our take on the prejudices we have. How much of it affects our views of oursel...
S3 Ep. 1: How to Keep Your Feet in Two Cultures
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you an immigrant who has difficulty keeping your feet in two cultures?As Filipino expatriates, we understand that integrating into a new culture c...
S2 Ep. 14: Top Traits & Skills You Need As An Expat
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Immigrating can be a stressful experience when you're moving internationally. Trust us, we've been through it—and we have some great advice to help ...
S2 Ep. 13: Pain Management in the US & How to Thrive in Life with a Disability with Kevin Perez
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Taralets Talk, Navy veteran Kevin Perez returns as a guest for the second time to share his experience and knowledge about pain man...
S2 Ep. 12: Bayanihan: An Evolving Filipino Culture
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bayanihan spirit is a value and reflection of how we Filipinos behave around each other. When there are calamities, we lend a helping hand and the bes...
S2 Ep. 11: Here’s What You Need to Know Before Going to Dubai
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How well do you know Dubai? To many people, it's a country that you only layover in. But if you ever decide to stay and live there, chances are travel...
S2 Ep. 10: What We Miss Most in the Philippines
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For Filipinos who grew up in the Philippines, aside from family and food, there are many little things you know you will always be homesick for. You n...
S2 Ep. 9: My Experience Living in Cambodia with Rye Gutierrez
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Taralets Talk interviews Rye Gutierrez, a very grounded Filipino immigrant who's been exposed to different cultures and lived in different countries. ...
S2 Ep. 8: Things We Like Most About USA and Dubai
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Moving to a new country is more than just taking in the sights and sounds with wide-eyed wonder. It's about observing your new environment from all an...
S2 Ep. 7: How to Be Happy as a New Pinoy Expat
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Loneliness. It's universal—no matter where you are from or who you are. In this week's episode of Taralets Talk podcast, we talked about the problem...
S2 Ep. 6: How to Adjust Your Expectations When Migrating (and What Our Experiences Taught Us)
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Migration can be both exciting and stressful. Sure, there's a lot you need to figure out when you're relocating: from getting your visa, finding a pla...
S2 Ep. 5: A Reflection of a Filipino Immigrant Teacher with Melojeane Carillo Zawilinski
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Teaching in the United States presents unique challenges to Asian immigrant educators. These challenges find reverberation in the classroom, where Asi...
S2 Ep. 4: The Two Sides of "Utang na Loob"
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Utang na loob is a Filipino term that describes the feeling of indebtedness. It gives the recipient an unspoken responsibility to remember the favor. ...
S2 Ep. 3: Depicting Different Types of Balikbayans
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are different types of immigrants in the U.S. In this episode, the hosts discussed what they are and how Bel became a permanent resident. They a...
S2 Ep. 2: A Look Inside a Filipino Migrant Mother’s Heart with Jam Tapia
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Parent(s) who move abroad for greener pastures is not uncommon to Filipino families. But do we truly understand their drive for success, their sacrifi...
S2 Ep. 1: Filipino Resilience: Ang Buhay Ay Weather Weather Lang
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Resilience - the word has been thrown time again to describe Filipinos when faced with the strongest typhoons. Join Bel, Lennette, and Mark as they ta...
S1 Ep. 14: Dear New Year's "Resolutioner": This Is Why We Are Saying "Nah"
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all know that it is the time of year again, where some of us make our resolutions for next year. And while most people can stick with them - many f...
S1 Ep. 13: Christmas in the Philippines vs. Overseas (Filipino Immigrant Experiences)
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What makes Christmas different in the Philippines? How do we celebrate Christmas when we're so far away from home? For Filipino immigrants, Christmas ...
S1 Ep. 12: The Prejudice Against Filipinas Dating Foreign Men
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Filipinos, it's time to break the mold! In this episode, we're going to talk about all things love and relationships. We will go beyond the stereotype...
S1 Ep. 11: The Power of Our Words
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it important to think before we speak?Not many people realize or understand that because our words have weight, it leaves a lasting impact on o...
S1 Ep. 10: Communication & Dealing With Sensitive Issues
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you sometimes find yourself in difficult conversations where the other person disagrees with what's true for them? You can improve your communicati...
S1 Ep. 9: How I Discovered I Was Adopted Part 2 with Bel
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you've never had the opportunity to talk with someone who is adopted, this is for you. In this episode, Bel talks about her experience growing up u...
S1 Ep. 8: How I Discovered I Was Adopted Part 1 with MJ
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
MJ described growing up feeling different and constantly asking her Mom about herself and why she doesn't resemble anyone in the family. Listen as she...
S1 Ep. 7: Surviving an Abusive Relationship and Dealing With Trauma With Rowena
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
No person should ever suffer through an abusive relationship. In this episode, Rowena reveals her wounds for the first time as she describes the day s...
S1 Ep. 6: Busting Assumptions about Filipinos Living Abroad
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As Filipino migrants, we've all heard assumptions about what our life is like abroad. These misconceptions have implications and may often lead to dis...
S1 Ep. 5: Changing the Tenor of Her Faith for Marriage
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"It's not easy," she said. Lennette recounted her journey from a single Catholic woman to a now-married woman of the Islamic faith. She disclosed the...
S1 Ep. 4: Deported & Locked Up Abroad
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to get approved for a US visa from certain countries, including the Philippines. But does having a visa guarantee you entry to the country w...
S1 Ep. 3: Loving a Filipina & Her Culture with Kevin Perez
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What qualities make a foreign man fall in love with a Filipina? Bel's husband, Kevin, grew up in Hawaii - where there is a large Filipino community - ...
S1 Ep. 2: Leaving Out of Our Comfort Zone
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself outside your comfort zone and stepping into uncharted territory? What do you do when you have to leave the familiar for a...
S1 Ep. 1: Our Podcast Fears & Goal
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We introduce episode one of the podcast to talk of our vision for the show, including concerns - pouring our views and putting ourselves out there des...
Taralets Talk Trailer
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Taralets Talk Podcast is a safe space where we want to forge new connections by talking about personal experiences, confronting random issues, and exc...