Help! We Started A Podcast!

Fairytales promised us happily ever after. Modern datinggave us “Shrekking”—the trend where people date down, assuming a lessattractive partner will treat them better, only to end up ghosted, dumped, orwrecked anyway. It’s like trying to outsmart heartbreak with bargain-bin logic,and spoiler alert: it doesn’t work. In this episode, we break down why “Shrekking” isn’t just afunny meme word but a sy...

Melodrama, guilt trips, and emotional receipts — welcome to the Filipino concept of utang na loob. In this episode, we tear apart the cultural debt that makes you say “yes po” even when you’re dying inside. From family manipulation to workplace exploitation and the romantic hostage situations disguised as love, we explore why gratitude can feel more like extortion with a smile. Sarcastic, blunt, a...

 Ever feel like you’re constantly trippingover yourself, sabotaging the very life you want? You’re not alone. Thisepisode dives deep into the inner saboteur we all carry—why it exists, how itoperates, and what it takes to finally start outsmarting it. No shallow peptalks here. Expect stories, science, and unapologetic honesty about what itreally means to be your own worst enemy.

They say “It’s okay not to be okay, basta wag kamagpanggap.” Cute, but let’s be real—every single one of us is pretendinghalf the time. We fake smiles at work, laugh at jokes we don’t get, and answer“I’m fine” while quietly falling apart. That’s not lying—that’s surviving. In this episode,Ryan tears into the guilt trip of “don’t pretend” and flips the cliché on itshead. Because sometimes, masks ar...

Ever wonder if you’d hit “replay” on your life, knowing the happiest momentscome with inevitable heartbreak? Today we explore the ultimate what-if: wouldyou relive love, laughter, and life’s peak moments—even if it hurts again? Weunpack the psychology of nostalgia, the sociology of curated happiness, and thephilosophy of pleasure vs. pain… all with sarcasm, wit, and pop culture cameosfrom Click ,...

Success: the wordthat fuels entire economies, ruins sleep schedules, and makes you buy thingsyou don’t need just to impress people who aren’t watching. In this episode, wedismantle the cultural scoreboard, dig into the psychology of why we chase it,and peek at the philosophers who tried—and failed—to give us an answer. Serious? Yes. Sarcastic? Absolutely. Ultimately, it’s a survival guide foranyon...

What’s the difference between a perfectionist and a procrastinator? Trick question — sometimes, there isn’t one. One delays because it’s “not perfect yet,” the other delays because “there’s still time.” Either way, nothing gets done. In this episode of Help, We Started a Podcast! , we dive into the messy overlap where perfectionism becomes procrastination, and procrastination pretends to be perfec...

Ever been late and blamed “Filipino Time”? Got roasted by Tita about your weight or marital status? Or told, “Sayang ka…” like your worth depends on hitting some imaginary checklist? Yeah, we’ve all been there. In this episode of Help, We Started a Podcast! , I dive deep into the everyday toxic traits that sneak into Pinoy culture—from family pressures and social habits to mentality traps like cra...

Ever liked someone… but just not like that ? Not unattractive, not annoying, just… not your type—physically, emotionally, or energetically. In this episode, we dive into the gray zone of modern attraction: the awkward space between friendship,romantic potential, and that elusive spark that may—or may not—ever appear. We unpack the guilt, social pressure, and polite fibs that come with telling some...

What’s the difference between confidence and cruelty? Why does 'self-love' sometimes feel like emotional terrorism? In this episode, Judge Ryan sits down with April—a communication major turned safety investigator who somehow went from the wine industry to making sure workplaces stay in check—to untangle the messy, glamorous, and occasionally soul-crushing world of narcissism. From romanti...

Ever felt like you were dating someone’s highlight reel instead of a real human being? This episode dives into the world of performative dating—where men flex their “alpha” routines and women curate their “cool girl” personas, all while hiding the messy, complicated truth underneath. We’ll unpack why people perform in relationships, from psychology’s “life is a stage” theory to the ways insecurity...

 Ever feel like you’re carrying someone else’s mess, fixing problems that aren’t yours, or giving advice that nobody asked for? In this episode of Help! We Started a Podcast! , Judge Ryan dives into the delicate art of letting people face their own consequences—aka karma. Wise, sarcastic, and brutally honest, this one’s about observing human stubbornness, preserving your energy, and realizing that...

Melancholy, absurdity, and cosmic pranks collide in this episode of Help! We Started a Podcast . We dive into the sneaky ways modern life makes us feel simultaneously alive and ridiculous—from scrolling through curated perfection to existential crises that hit while brushing your teeth. Sarcastic, reflective, and occasionally absurd, we explore how noticing,laughing at, and surviving life’s little...

Ever feel like everyone else is winning at life while you’re still stuck scrolling, stressing, or staring at the ceiling? Join Ryan as he tears apart social and academic FOMO, exposes the treadmill of credentials, and serves philosophy, psychology, and sarcasm in equal measure. Spoiler: missing out might be the best thing you do today.

Remember when debates had full sentences, pauses, maybe even respect? Yeah, me neither. These days, we’ve traded dialogue for quickfire labels — “tanga,” “loser,” “DDS,” “Dilawan” — instant seasoning for our shallow arguments. In this episode, we unpack why real debate got replaced by verbal speedruns, why it feels good in the moment but leaves everyone dumber, and how we can crawl back to actual...

Ever spent 38 minutes overthinking a single text? Congratulations, you’re human. In this episode, we break down why tiny typos, awkward timing, and messy messages actually make you more charming, why over-curated flirting can accidentally mimic narcissist energy, and how perfect grammar won’t save you if your “perfect” text lands in a void… pala! Packed with sarcasm, unsolicited wisdom, and the oc...

In this hilarious and relatable monologue, Judge Ryan will take you on a deep dive into his own mind, a place where a simple "Quick Chat" can trigger a full-blown internal crisis. He introduces us to Cecil B. DeAnxiety, his brain's personified drama director, and its co-pilot, Toxic Empathy, which causes him to absorb everyone else’s stress. From scripting his own termination over an...

When it’s all said and done, and you're boxed up in a pine casket with a poorly framed photo on display—who’s showing up? The people at your funeral or the pesos in your bank account: which one matters more? In this episode, we dig deep (not six feet deep, relax) into the uncomfortable but necessary question of what really defines a meaningful life. Is it the wealth you stack, the titles you c...

The trauma you carried wasn’t yours to begin with—but what if you could turn it into your power? In this episode, we explore the four-stage journey from pain imposed to wisdom earned. We discusshow to identify the "residue" of childhood trauma, the alchemy of transforming pain in the 'messy middle,' and the radical act of deciding the cycle ends with you. Finally, we explore the...

 Why does your love life feel like a broken record stuck on the worst track? Spoiler: it’s not bad luck—it’s your brain’s stubborn addiction to familiar pain and unhealed childhood patterns. In this episode, we unravel the mess you keep attracting, from the helper complex to invisible players, and why drama feels like love’s ugly cousin. Ready to break the cycle without losing your edge? Tune in f...

Ever feel like the universe is personally trolling your love life? You’re not alone. In this episode of Help, We Started a Podcast , we dive headfirst into the chaos of modern romance Why billions of humans still somehow leave you romantically bankrupt Timing, cosmic mischief, and why the perfect person always seems to move to Ljubljana The elusive “spectrum circle” of people who might actually to...

“It is what it is.” Three little words that can mean you’ve reached Zen… or that you’ve completely tapped out. In this episode, we unpack the world’s most overused shrug—whenit’s real wisdom, when it’s just a lazy cop-out, and how to wield it like a mental power move. From missed deadlines to messy breakups, we’re talking about the moments where acceptance feels like surrender, and when it’s actua...

Ever yelled "Putangina!" after stubbing your toe? Said "f*ck you" in your head during a meeting? Flipped the bird behind someone’s back and instantly felt better? Yeah. Same. In this breather episode, we take a detour from our usual deep dives on psychology and relationships... to talkabout curse words. From the ancient roots of “f*ck” and the middle finger, to the colorful drama of Filipino insul...

“Tell me what you want, what you really, really want…” — iconic words from the Spice Girls, sure. But also the question most people can’t answer without spiraling. This episode isn’t a how-to guide on podcasting. It’s not a checklist of mic setups or branding tips. This is about something deeper—the strange, stubborn gapbetween wanting more and actually doing something about it. It’s about the lie...

Ever feel like yesterday was a total messbut today you might just survive? Spoiler alert: yesterday’s disasters don’t get a replay. In this episode, we break down why each day is like a mini reboot of your life’s messy operating system — and how to stop crying over spilled coffee and start showing up like the version of yourself you might actually like. Sarcasm, sass, and some realtalk ahead. Buck...