Barangay Abroad

"Courage" — madaling sabihin, pero ibang level pag ikaw mismo yung nag-pack ng bags at umalis ng bansa! Alistair and Diane pondered upon some quotes about the courage it takes to move abroad. Laban ka ba o bawi?

IG, FB, LinkedIn, TikTok, Youtube, X — what's your social media poison? Alistair and Diane go deep on social media habits (Pinoy vs. EU/Dutch style) plus the real talk on screen time, oversharing culture, and whether being an OFW makes logging off even harder!

Being an OFW doesn't mean leaving your Pinoy roots behind. Alistair and Diane shares how they carry their Pinoy Pride when you're living abroad. Tune in and maybe you'll find a little of yourself in their stories!

Alistair and Diane opened up about one of the hardest parts ng pag-alis — keeping the friendships you built back home. But distance doesn't have to mean drifting apart — they share how they stay connected and keep those friendships alive even with different timezones!

Alistair and Diane talked about exploring their first home, the Philippines, and their new home in the Netherlands — the places they wished they had visited before leaving the Philippines, their travel tips and how they plan to explore new places in the Netherlands/Europe.

Alistair and Diane swap notes on their hobbies in PH and NL. From the activities they do for fun to the activities they do to discover their identity. This episode asks the big question: do you do your hobbies to unwind, or do you it to find yourself outside your home country? Abangan kung paano nila tinatrato ang kanilang mga hobbies!

Totoo bang mas malaki ang sweldo mo abroad — o mas malaki lang ang gastos? In this episode, Alistair and Diane talk about money — if it was a motivation to move, the real costs of living abroad, the financial struggles they've faced as Overseas Filipinos, and the money tips they're actually practicing today.

Visa stress? You're not alone! Alistair and Diane talked about the realities of traveling as a Philippine passport holder — from the headaches of visa approvals to the workarounds that actually help. Where you were born shouldn't determine how far you can go, apply lang sis!

Let's talk about Filipino stereotypes — the good, the bad, and the "totoo ba 'yan?!" . Ano ba ang usual stereotypes for Pinoys? Do you agree or disagree? Alamin ang aming POV in this episode!

Alistair and Diane talked about their experiences with the healthcare system in the PH and NL - their preventive or reactive care and shared some health scares abroad. As usual, they ended with some wais tips on how to maximize and navigate the different healthcare systems.

Alistair and Diane get into an unexpected but relatable topic — weather. From how it shapes everyday life abroad to the emotional side of adjusting to a new climate, they share personal experiences, practical advice, and tipid tips for anyone navigating life under a different sky.

Alistair and Diane talked about working with each other as friends para sa podcast na ito — how they made both new and old friends abroad, and tips on how to make friends as OFWs!

Alistair and Diane dive into their language-learning journeys — from mastering Dutch, the official language of the Netherlands, to finding a deeper appreciation for their native Filipino tongue and hence launching their podcast in Taglish! Along the way, may mga tips din sila para sa mga gustong matuto ng bagong wika!

Alistair and Diane talks about their work and life in the Philippines and Netherlands - the differences, pros/cons and everything in between. As usual, nag share sila ng learnings nila on surviving work crisis abroad!

Diane and Alistair talks about the real OFW food journey — their favorite foods, learning how to cook and tips for cooking for the first time. Because no matter where we are in the world, lagi tayong babalik sa rice cooker. 🍚 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow @barangayabroad on Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and X so you never...

In the very first episode of Barangay Abroad, your hosts Diane and Alistair introduce themselves, share why they started this podcast, why they chose to move abroad, and dive deep into their own first day stories — from the flight, to landing, to waking up the next morning na OFW ka na officially. Watch out for stories and tips para sa mga gusto ding mag OFW! --------------------------------------...

Welcome to Barangay Abroad! Ang mga kuwento ng tawa, luha, saya at hirap ng mga Overseas Filipinos. First 2 episodes dropping on April 1! Stay tuned mga ka-Abroaders!