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Wake Up With Jim and Saab

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Jim Bacarro and Saab Magalona started one of the first local podcasts back in 2018. From debates about trashy reality shows to talking about the importance of voter registration, they have cultivated quite an engaged community who have dubbed them their /podparents/. Jim and Saab may be the ones doing the talking but they definitely make their listeners feel heard. If you're interested in collaborating with our podcast through brand partnerships, advertisements or other collabs, please send an email to our management: info@thepodnetwork.com

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Jim and Saab | The Pod Network

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Latest episode

Jun 5, 2026

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Episodes

Demanding Accountability versus Romanticizing Resiliency with Ali Sangalang 19.11.2020

We back! ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. We go all out in this episode. We define what it means to demand accountability over glorifying resiliency (0:45), we share our thoughts on the recent issues with podninong Ali Sangalang (4:07), and we read out our VIPodkids' entries on some of the most infuriating things the government has done that warrant accountability (23:11). Keep the fire burning and remember that...

HELP! MY BROTHER WON'T STAY HOME and Boblak Face 01.11.2020

We back! In this episode, we talk about black lives matter, the MYMP issue and answer a malibag sender's question: "What do I do with my brother who refuses to stay home despite the pandemic?" We also talk about our latest project that we're launching on November 7! As always, share your thoughts with us on Instagram @WakeUpwithJimandSaab or our exclusive Facebook group! 

What the Health? Let's Talk! 29.10.2020

We back! We give some podrental advice on taking care of your health and your future in this episode. We discuss the bad habits we had when we were younger, how much we've changed and share tips on investing in your future. As always, share your thoughts with us on Instagram @WakeUpwithJimandSaab or join our exclusive intelligent people facebook group! Thanks to our episode sponsor, Manulife. Clic...

I'm Worried My Boyfriend's Friend Is Secretly In Love With Him 18.10.2020

In this episode: - #BananaPatrol update! Our previous episode's malibag sender answers our questions -GIVEAWAY ALERT! Noise cancelling wireless headphones from @cowinPH -A Malibag from Sarah who thinks her boyfriend's friends don't like her and that one of them is trying to break them up. When are emojis considered flirty? 

How To Deal with Social Media Addiction 11.10.2020

Let's face it: we are all officially addicted to our phones and social media. We try to breakdown our bad habits and share some tips in managing this. But remember, DONT TURN OFF NOTIFICATIONS FROM THIS PODCAST ON SPOTIFY LOL. Share your thoughts on Instagram #WakeUpwithJimandSaab 

What to Do If Your Partner Has a Secret Instagram Account 09.10.2020

We back and this may be our dirtiest episode ever. We got a couple of cheaters featured on this episode's malibag submissions. The first one catches her boyfriend with a secret Instagram account to comment and stalk girls. The second one was caught cheating during this quarantine. Share your thoughts with us on Instagram #WakeUpwithJimandSaab 

How to Succeed in Your Job in the New Normal | Gerry Bacarro 30.09.2020

In this episode, we are joined by the guru, Jim's father: Gerry Bacarro! We talk about his journey as a simple boy from Ozamiz, Mindanao who made his way to the top of the corporate world as regional president of Pfizer. He shares tips on how to be a good employee and, when the time comes, how to become an effective leader. He also shares some career advice that can be useful despite the pandemic....

What We're Watching and A Deep-ish Dive on Netflix's The Social Dilemma 24.09.2020

We back! We talk about the shows we've been watching and we give some recommendations. It's a chop suey episode as we talk about: -JGL -The Wire -Succession -PickFlicks/FlickPicks -"Who needs a face shield when you have mommy?" -"Bili tayo ng machine from China, bro" And we end by doing a mini deep dive on The Social Dilemma on Netflix. 

Celebrating Small Victories Despite The Pandemic 18.09.2020

We share the importance of celebrating our victories -- even the smallest ones and look back at our wins during these crazy times. We end the episode with a malibag titled "My Loneliness is Killing Me."  This episode's pretty crazy. We talk about buying fly swatters, late night gigs and so much more! Share your thoughts on Instagram #WakeUpwithJimandSaab

Taking Care of Yourself During This Pandemic 12.09.2020

This is a special episode! We do a malibag then we share some tips on how we’ve dealt with anxiety and other problems during the pandemic. We share ways on how to find hope during this dire situation. We talk about: · Journaling, meditation and gratitude · Exercise and proper food intake · Reaching out to friends in need

White Sand and a Cheating Husband 06.09.2020

It's Monday and we back! We start the episode ranting about the latest news. Then we answer an incredibly juicy malibag where the husband is cheating with his wife's bestfriend As always, share your thoughts with us on Instagram and Twitter #WakeUpwithJimandSaab

The Battles During This Pandemic 30.08.2020

We share our individual battles that we've  gone through since the pandemic happened. We talk about running a business during these troubling times, Saab dealing with an anxious partner and the struggles of parents dealing with a scary world. As always, we'd like to hear from you so share your thoughts on Instagram and Twitter #WakeUpwithJimandSaab

Boomer Thoughts and The Dreaded "Bakit Wala Ka Paring Boyfriend?" 09.08.2020

We back! We do another round of Twitter scrolls to start off the week. We talk about the latest headlines this week including online education, plagiarism, bigotry in private schools and a lot more. We end the episode with a malibag sender that asks "what do you do with relatives who keep pressuring me to have a boyfriend?" Share your thoughts with us on Instagram @WakeUpwithJimandSaab. 

Work From Hope 05.08.2020

We back. We do a round of Twitter Scrolls and try to wrap our heads around all the bad things happening in this world. It's good to know despite all the horrible things going on, we can still manage to get some laughs in. So share a laugh or two with us and find hope in these troubling times. 

Folklore Fitness 26.07.2020

We back! This is another random episode where we talk about Taylor Swift's new album, gatekeepers and some of the things we're been doing to stay fit. Listen to the full episode because we've got some cool stuff from our friends from Titan! If you enjoy this podcast, please support it by subscribing to our show! By subscribing, you’ll never be left out, you won’t have to search for our latest epis...

Attack of the Malandi Officemate 26.07.2020

A malibag episode!! YAAAAY!! Our letter sender asks for help in dealing with her emotions as she believes her fiancé's officemates are being inappropriate. Is it wrong to feel jealous when your partner's co-worker messages them things that are not work-related? Should you confront your partner about it? In the process of answering the letter, Saab spills the tea on a similar situation between her...

Hamilton Deep Dive with Ate Mia 22.07.2020

This is part 1 of our ultra deep dive of the musical Hamilton! Ate Mia joins us for this super fun pod. We talk about Lin-Manuel Miranda, the plot, theme and the music of this phenomenon. Somehow, Ensel Engots makes an appearance. Stay tuned for part 2 and subscribe to the podcast! Share your thoughts on Instagram @WakeUpwithJimandSaab or Twitter #WakeUpwithJimandSaab 

Staying F.R.I.E.N.D.S During The Pandemic 20.07.2020

How do you stay friends when you're all in quarantine? In this episode, we talk about the complications that come with long distance friendships. In true Wake Up With Jim & Saab fashion, we take a looong detour by discussing put-on personas on social media. What's the fine line between putting your best foot forward on your feed and straight-up catfishing? Tell us your thoughts @wakeupwithjima...

All The Terrible News, Meditation and Are You a KJ Partner? 12.07.2020

We talk about the recent ABS-CBN shutdown, rise of COVID cases and how we've been dealing with all these terrible things happening to our country. As a form of relaxation, we answer a malibag. This submission asks the question "KJ ba akong girlfriend?" We share our thoughts. Share yours on Instagram @WakeUpwithJimandSaab and Twitter #WakeUpwithJimandSaab!

Bawal Ba Mang-Bawal? 12.07.2020

How do you forbid your partner from doing something? Is that even okay? Would that even work? We share our own experiences of being told "bawal" by our exes and how we dealt with it.  Share your thoughts on Instagram @WakeUpwithJimandSaab and Twitter #WakeUpwithJimandSaab!

Jugs and Chino of The Itchyworms - The Struggles and Success of Being in a Filipino Rock Band 08.07.2020

Joining us for this episode is Jugs Jugueta and Chino Singson of The Itchyworms -- one of our favorite bands that gave us hits like "Akin Ka Nalang," "Beer," and "Di Na Muli." We fanboy-ed and fangirl-ed throughout the episode as we asked them how it was like for them as young musicians back in the late 90's. What were the pros and cons as compared to today's kids with easy access to technological...

How Do You Stop Hating Someone Who Hurt You? 07.07.2020

Another day, another malibag! This letter sender is a single mom who's been cheated on multiple times by her ex. She asks Jim and Saab how she can stop hating him. Remember, the malibag is open at wakeup@spellsaab.com Share your thoughts with us on Instagram @WakeUpwithJimandSaab and Twitter #WakeUpwithJimandSaab and subscribe to show! 

Trust Issues and Being a Toxic Partner 05.07.2020

How do you move on from a traumatic relationship? Does that spill over to your current relationship? Does that excuse your behavior? In this Malibag episode, Jim and Saab try to answer these questions. If you enjoy this podcast, please support it by subscribing to the show! By subscribing, you’ll never be left out, you won’t have to search for our latest episodes. We’re on instagram @wakeupwithjim...

A Snippet from The New Podcast: Finding Happy with Happy Dad 02.07.2020

Apologies podkids. I have hijacked the feed! Here's a snippet of my new podcast Finding Happy with Happy Dad! Now available on all streaming platforms! Enjoy! 

Random Episode: Basta Bangus and How To Flirt Online 02.07.2020

It's a new chop suey episode! Jim and Saab hangout and talk about the random things. They also answer a question from the malibag! Share your thoughts on Instagram @WakeUpwithJimandSaab and Twitter #WakeUpwithJimandSaab Some weird topics covered:

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