IKK Podcast

This Pride Month, we celebrate the power of community, hope, and collective action. Join us as fresh voices and seasoned advocates come together to talk about HIV/AIDS awareness, advocacy, and building a more informed and compassionate society. From years of experience to the passion of new volunteers, this episode reminds us that every generation has a role in ending stigma and creating spaces wh...

This Pride Month, we’re joined by Buboy Borbe, a queer entrepreneur and community builder, for a conversation on creating spaces where people can feel seen, safe, and celebrated. In this episode, Buboy shares his journey as a queer founder, the challenges and opportunities of building a business rooted in inclusivity, and why creating meaningful impact goes beyond tapping into the "Pink Peso....

Ever wondered how communication can drive real change? In this episode, we sit down with Mayora Ron Bugarin , Lead of VOICE by LoveYourself , to explore how he uses Development Communication to champion the causes he cares about. He shares the lessons he’s learned, the impact he aims to make, and what it takes to be an effective communicator in creating real change. Get ready for an insightful con...

This episode was chaotic in the best way possible — and what better way to celebrate our 100th episode than with laughter, stories, and heart? We sat down with AHF Athena to dig into how they keep volunteers active and thriving. From the funny detours to the heartfelt reflections, it’s a mix of energy, insight, and community love. Tune in for a milestone episode that shows how volunteering can be...

From tigang to Tamagotchi reset, this listener’s daddy fantasy was one for the books. 💦 We break down what it means to give in to a hoe phase, why rough nights can feel like healing nights, and how balancing thrill, pleasure, and safety keeps the fantasy fun — not fatal. Powered by VOICE by LoveYourself

Ever wondered what happens when passion meets peligro? In this episode, we read a listener’s spicy story about an outdoor escapade in a graveyard that almost ended with them getting caught. From the thrill of the moment to the chills of a close call, we unpack not just the excitement but also the lessons behind it—why awareness, safer choices, and respecting our own limits matter just as much as e...

What happens when your wildest fantasy finally comes true? In this episode, we read a letter from someone who dives deep into their BDSM experience — from the thrill of being bound to the freedom of living out desire without fear. But this isn’t just about kink. We unpack the stereotypes around BDSM roles and how they’re often unfairly tied to gender. Can a femme be a dom? Can a masc-presenting pe...

Four years strong — and we wouldn’t be here without the people who believed in our vision. To mark our 4th anniversary, we’re sharing greetings and reflections from some of the key people who helped shape, guide, and strengthen our journey. This is our tribute to the community, mentors, partners, and mga Abyan who continue to inspire us to keep going — padayon lang, always .Thank you for being par...

Ano yung highest karat record mo? With Bryan Galvez, an avid IKK Podcast listener, we unpack a shared sunrise-to-sunset sexperience. Along the way, we talk about why tuning in to your body matters, how consent keeps the vibe safe and sexy, and what it means to fully enjoy pleasure without guilt. This episode is powered by VOICE by LoveYourself. #IKKPodcast

What’s your weirdest outdoor experience? In this episode, an anonymous listener spills about an unexpected kink encounter. We also share quirky trivia about a well-known cruising spot up North and give you some practical tips to help keep yourself safe. This episode is powered by VOICE by LoveYourself

This episode, we read a listener’s letter about their Grindr love story. Plus, we share some real-talk tips on staying safe when meeting or hooking up with people from the app. Kung curious ka kung may forever nga ba online or just here for the chismis, we’ve got the story for you. This episode is powered by VOICE by LoveYourself.

What happens when queer curiosity meets a lack of guidance? In this episode, we share the story of a young queer student who explored sex at an early age — not out of rebellion, but out of confusion, desire, and a lack of real information. We unpack why many young people, especially LGBTQ+ youth, find themselves navigating intimacy too soon, too alone. And we ask: What if they had been empowered w...

What was the past year like for our reigning Royalties? What lies ahead after the crown? In this powerful series finale, we celebrate their journeys, their growth, and the reasons they’ve earned their titles time and time again. One last deep dive before the next chapter begins. — The MXLY 2025 Series is made possible through the support of the MXLY Team, headed by Jheiy-Jheiy Simbulan, IKK Podcas...

In this special series, we collaborate with Mx LoveYourself to spotlight the 2025 royalties. We sit down with each candidate to get to know their stories—not just as volunteers, but also as individuals beyond LoveYourself. From their passions and advocacies to the lives they lead outside the organization, we dive deep into what makes each of them shine. Special thanks to Victoria by LoveYourself a...

In this special series, we collaborate with Mx LoveYourself to spotlight the 2025 royalties. We sit down with each candidate to get to know their stories—not just as volunteers, but also as individuals beyond LoveYourself. From their passions and advocacies to the lives they lead outside the organization, we dive deep into what makes each of them shine. Special thanks to Victoria by LoveYourself a...

In this special series, we collaborate with Mx LoveYourself to spotlight the 2025 royalties. We sit down with each candidate to get to know their stories—not just as volunteers, but also as individuals beyond LoveYourself. From their passions and advocacies to the lives they lead outside the organization, we dive deep into what makes each of them shine. Special thanks to Victoria by LoveYourself a...

In this special series, we collaborate with Mx LoveYourself to spotlight the 2025 royalties. We sit down with each candidate to get to know their stories—not just as volunteers, but also as individuals beyond LoveYourself. From their passions and advocacies to the lives they lead outside the organization, we dive deep into what makes each of them shine. Special thanks to Victoria by LoveYourself a...

In this special series, we collaborate with Mx LoveYourself to spotlight the 2025 royalties. We sit down with each candidate to get to know their stories—not just as volunteers, but also as individuals beyond LoveYourself. From their passions and advocacies to the lives they lead outside the organization, we dive deep into what makes each of them shine. Special thanks to Victoria by LoveYourself a...

In this special series, we collaborate with Mx LoveYourself to spotlight the 2025 royalties. We sit down with each candidate to get to know their stories—not just as volunteers, but also as individuals beyond LoveYourself. From their passions and advocacies to the lives they lead outside the organization, we dive deep into what makes each of them shine. Special thanks to Victoria by LoveYourself a...

In this special series, we collaborate with Mx LoveYourself to spotlight the 2025 royalties. We sit down with each candidate to get to know their stories—not just as volunteers, but also as individuals beyond LoveYourself. From their passions and advocacies to the lives they lead outside the organization, we dive deep into what makes each of them shine. Special thanks to Victoria by LoveYourself a...

What do you get when a patient, a few friends, and some very open-minded visitors end up in one hospital room? An episode you’ll never forget. Joined by IKK-proclaimed sexpert Denis Cruz to help us break down the kinks, the red flags, and the realness, we read a listener’s wild sexperience and unpack the kinks, the logistics, and the lessons. Plus: safe sex and HIV testing reminders — because we’r...

We’re back! Before we dive into this season’s featured sexperiences, we’re kicking things off with a virtual kwentuhan on why sex education matters . In partnership with VOICE by LoveYourself , we’re joined by Denis Cruz , Program Manager at LoveYourself, as we unpack common misconceptions, challenge the stigma, and talk about how honest, inclusive sex ed can make a real difference. Want to share...

At some point in our lives, we’ve all been a baklang martyr. We loved too hard, got hurt, healed, and—yes—did it all over again. As we ease into Pride Month, we open up about the times we fell for the wrong people… and how sometimes, it’s within our own community that we feel the deepest cuts. 🎙 Directed by Wel Lunday & Gerald Garma 🎧 Edited by Vain Pescador #IKKPodcast

This is not a political analysis. Ito ay reaksyon lang ng mga ordinaryong bading na ang hanap lang ay maayos at malinis na liderato. Join us as we share our voting experiences and thoughts on Halalan 2025 . Our face-to-face video podcast is still a work-in-progress! Some parts of this episode may have less-than-ideal audio due to technical issues we didn’t catch during recording. Wag niyo muna kam...

In this very first face-to-face episode, we reflect on the childhood activities we missed in the pre-tech era—like playing outside, using our imaginations, and just being kids—while also confronting the toxic parenting we experienced, like flogging and other trauma. We dive into how our generation is breaking those cycles for the next generation, offering them a healthier balance of connection, he...