MeSearch: Featuring Filipino Perspectives

With an academic and professional background in journalism, Trace Gaynor wears many hats. He is a singer with a cappella boyband, the Filharmonic, and content producer for MYX News and One Down Media. One of Trace's most controversial pieces for One Down Media has more than 300K views on Facebook. It's called, "Is Mixed Filipino Better for TV?" In this episode we delve deeper into this question an...

Dr. Dominic Laureano is a higher education professional and doctor of education. His expertise is in trust building amongst Filipino American leaders in non-profit organizations. Read more of Dr. Laureano's research HERE .  Stay connected with us at https://www.mesearchpodcast.com/ and via social media (@mesearchpodcast): Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeSearchPodcast Instagram: https://instagr...

THIS IS THE SEASON TWO PREMIERE! Thank you to all our friends and family for giving this podcast a shot. In this episode, we talk about Filipino American History Month and share our excitement for what's to come in season 2 of MeSearch.  If you enjoy MeSearch, make sure to subscribe, rate us, and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Stay connected with us at https://www.mesearchpodc...

THIS IS THE SEASON ONE FINALE!  Thank you to all our friends and family for giving this podcast a shot. In this episode, we recap some of our most memorable moments. We also share feedback from our listeners and we answer your questions about how we're feeling after more than 20 episodes of mesearching and interviewing trail blazers, business leaders, and bosses in the Filipino American commu...

Gregory Pacificar advocates for vulnerable communities through film. He’s worked on films, documentaries, and other multimedia projects that emphasize the stories of marginalized populations. His directorial documentaries include, “La Familia” and “Mangosteen.” He’s also a co-host of the GAM Chat podcast featuring the perspectives of three gay Filipino men. This episode explores Gregory’s educatio...

Jeanette Mañgilit Castro is the CEO of Beau Undies, an online retail and subscription company for women’s underwear. With every subscription, Beau Undies also donates pairs of undies to women in need at local shelters. In this episode, Jeanette discusses her family, her take on leadership and communication, as well as her experience with colonial mentality. Make sure to follow @beauundies and visi...

Jackie Ortiz is originally from Chicago, Illinois and relocated to southern California about 7 years ago before launching Pasadena, California clothing brand, Sarap Tees. On saraptees.com you’ll find t shirts, sweatshirts, and hats, that proudly rep the names of some of your favorite Filipino foods. With a professional background in brand development and marketing, Jackie started Sarap Tees as a s...

Christine Gambito is a comedian known also by her screen name, "HappySlip." Arguably, the pioneer of comedic one-person-show style videos on the YouTube platform, Christine's brand of comedy centers the stories of her Filipino family. She was able to parlay her early success on the Internet into live performances, speaking engagements, and comedy tour.  In this episode, Christine discusses ho...

Alexa Alcantara, Krys Geniza, and two other women, are a group of cousins who are behind Bohoe Celebrations. Bohoe Celebrations provides Luxury Boho Pop Up Picnics in the San Diego area. Alexa and Krys discuss what it’s like to work with family and how they turned a business idea into a reality in just a few short months. Make sure to follow them @bohoecelebrations and @bohoe_studio . Book them fo...

Jordan De Guzman (also known as Joseph De Guzman) is a dialogue editor for TV and Film. As such, he's familiar with what it takes to be successful behind the scenes in the entertainment industry. In this episode, Jordan discusses the importance of sound in story telling and we learn about his journey towards recognizing his value to the industry. Follow Jordan DeGuzman on social media, @jrdsound ....

Jason Tanamor has worked in finance, he’s been a comedian, a journalist, and most recently he’s authored a novel that re-imagines Filipino folklore in the landscape of the US. His book, "Vampires of Portlandia," tells the story of Percival, and his Filipino family of aswang who immigrate to Portland, Oregon. In this episode, Jason discusses this book and how writing has played a huge role in Jason...

Jeremiah Abraham is the founder and CEO of Tremendous Communications, a marketing and communications agency with clients across the globe including ABS-CBN, Sony Pictures, and Johnson & Johnson. In this episode, Jeremiah discusses how he made the leap from studying computer engineering at the University of California, Irvine, to becoming an award winning marketing and communications executive,...

Glenn Clancy is a long time friend of MeSearch hosts, Krystle and Dustin. He wears many hats. He’s a musician, producer and audio engineer, and a vocal instructor. In this episode, Glenn discusses how he became his own boss as well as how his approach to teaching vocal students has changed over time. Are you interested in working with Glenn? Reach him at glennaudio@mac.com or shoot him a text at 7...

Nino Llanera is a producer, entertainment journalist, and host for programs like Tayo News of The Filipino Channel, as well as Afterbuzz TV. In this episode, Nino chats to MeSearch about his start as an actor and his journey into the niche of entertainment journalism for Filipino audiences across the globe.  Follow Nino and his work @ninollanera . Stay connected with us at https://www.mesearc...

Jay Arella is the co-founder and president of Creative Alchemy, where software engineers develop web applications for organizations of all sizes. In this episode, Jay discusses how he was able to navigate the waters of starting his own business and how his family and friends played a role in his career trajectory. Learn more about Creative Alchemy and contact Jay at creativealchemy.org . Stay conn...

Roslynn Alba Cobarrubias is the Global Head of Music and Talent as well as the head of myx for Philippines conglomerate, ABS-CBN. As a leader for ABS-CBN, she was responsible for the successful re-launch of myx, which is the biggest, global platform that celebrates the next generation of Filipino artists, creatives & filmmakers alongside international stars.  In this episode, Roslynn disc...

Jemma Phillips is a personal trainer based in the San Jose, California, area operating in partnership with a health and medical professional network including chiropractor and massage therapist practitioners to provide personal training and fitness education to patients who need additional support.  Jemma has worked in fitness and media for years and shares her journey towards building her ow...

Happy Holidays! MeSearch hosts, Dustin and Krystle, respond to some fun as well as serious questions submitted by MeSearch listeners:  What do you do for fun when you're not podcasting?  What's something you wish Filipinos (in the Philippines) would know about Filipino Americans? What are your favorite foods to eat during the holidays? What is one tradition you do for the holidays? ...

VJ Rosales, also known as VRO, is a member of the Filharmonic, an LA-based professional Filipino American a cappella group that started on NBC’s “The Sing Off” in 2013. Over the years, VRO and the Filharmonic have appeared in the film "Pitch Perfect 2," made regular appearances on the "Late Late Show with James Corden," as well as performed throughout the United States and abroad.  In this ep...

Willis Salomon, otherwise known as @willisthegorilla, is a fine arts and fashion photographer as well as an installation artist based out of Southern California’s inland empire. Willis is currently a board member at the Artlands Gallery, a non profit creative hub in Redlands which aims to showcase the talent that the inland empire has to offer. We discuss how Willis grew into his artistry, his ins...

Grayson Villanueva is making a name for himself in the music industry, specifically behind the scenes as a jack of all trades in the niche market of a cappella music. Aside from being a musical artist himself, he is an a cappella music arranger, audio engineer, video producer, and social justice advocate. Some of his most recent work with Warner Records and Acapop! KIDS has him editing videos that...

Manny Garcia is making a splash in the health and wellness scene as a prominent yoga instructor and movement therapist. Alongside other Yoga Instructors in the Chicago area, Manny helped launch the Collective Yoga Co-Op. The Collective Yoga Co-Op supports the community by providing weekly virtual classes and hosting accessible pop-up yoga classes throughout Chicago. Additionally, hear how Manny an...

Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Francesca Fernandez McKenzie is an actor, producer, educator, and graduate of the Yale School of Drama.   Francesca is now embarking on a mission with other teaching artists to make acting classes, coaching, and consulting, accessible to BIMPOC (Black, Indigenous, Mixed or Persons of Color) via "Encompass Collective." MeSearch welcomes Francesc...

Cousins, Rose Buado and Jennifer Redondo-Marquez, are authors of In Her Purpose: 40 Principles of Asian Women Redefining Success on Their Own Terms. These Fil-Am women turned 40 interviews into a book and a business during the COVID19 pandemic. They’re now offering career guidance and professional growth programs that help people re-imagine how they look at their career, their business, and their...

Hello; it's nice to meet you! Get to know co-hosts, Dustin Domingo and Krystle Tugadi. They discuss their lived experiences as Filipino Americans and share stories of how their ethnic identity shaped their educational and career pathways.  Stay connected with us at https://www.mesearchpodcast.com/ and via social media (@mesearchpodcast): Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeSearchPodcast   &nb...