Taralets Talk: The Filipino Expat Chronicles
Taralets Talk is a Filipino podcast that chronicles the joys, heartaches, and rewards of being an immigrant.
Hosted by three Pinoy expats. Join Bel, Lennette, and Mark in this seasonal podcast packed with culturally rich tidbits and tips for Filipinos curious about what it's like living abroad.
Connect with us:
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: @taraletstalkpodcast
Taralets Talk is sponsored and produced by Disenyo.co LLC
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 42
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2022
S3 Ep. 13: Answering Burning Questions About the Filipino Culture
Discover the answers to some Quora questions about Filipino culture by listening to our last episode of Season 3.
In this episode, we explored the varied Filipino traditions and culture. We dive into…
S3 Ep. 12: Conversations About Intercultural Marriage with Zaini Hassan & Kevin Perez
S3 Ep. 11: The Road To U.S. Citizenship: A Personal Reflection
This week's episode is a personal reflection of Mark's journey to becoming a U.S. citizen. It tells the story of how he and his wife overcame the challenges of his deportation back to the Philippines…
S3 Ep. 10: Crypto, Stock Market & Inflation Advice for Balikbayans With Kevin Perez
In this podcast episode, we discuss investments and impart advice to Filipino immigrants who want to get started in stocks and cryptocurrencies.
Our recurring guest, Kevin, will cover some of the bas…
S3 Ep. 9: A True Kapamilya with Maria Cristina Viloria
ABS-CBN—the largest media and entertainment company in the Philippines—shut down its operations and went off the air in 2020.
In this episode, we want to share our guest, Maria Cristina Viloria's expe…
S3 Ep. 8: Money Talk: Handling Our Expenses
This episode aims to help Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) handle their finances. Different countries have different sets of financial laws and rules. So as immigrants, we need to manage our expenses…
S3 Ep. 7: Rookie Expat Mistakes
Deciding to move to a new country is one thing - but making rookie mistakes can set your experience back. In this episode, we talk about some of the most common mistakes made by new immigrants and ho…
S3 Ep. 6: Moving to & Working in Malaysia with Princess Nanaman
Are you considering moving to and working in Malaysia? Then this episode is for you!
Princess Nanaman, a Filipina expat who lived in Malaysia, will share with us what she experienced when she first m…
S3 Ep. 5: US & Philippines Urban Legends, Real Ghost Stories & More
Listen to our Halloween special episode where we discuss some of the scariest urban legends from both the US and the Philippines. Hear personal stories of paranormal activity and why we should always…
S3 Ep. 4: How To Deal With Culture Shock When You Migrate
Culture shock can be an obstacle for new expats trying to adjust to the new environment, but understanding the different stages can help make the transition smoother. Listen to this episode as we di…
S3 Ep. 3: Adapting to Life in New Zealand with Geraldine Pinlac
There are so many things people don't tell you when you're preparing to migrate, and in this episode, Geraldine aims to fill in some of those gaps. Geraldine is a Filipina who migrated to New Zealand…
S3 Ep. 2: What is Filipino Colonial Mentality?
Do Filipinos have "colonial mentality" traits?
In this episode, we offer our take on the prejudices we have. How much of it affects our views of ourselves or others? And how much of it is linked to ou…
S3 Ep. 1: How to Keep Your Feet in Two Cultures
Are you an immigrant who has difficulty keeping your feet in two cultures?
As Filipino expatriates, we understand that integrating into a new culture can be difficult. But not impossible! In this podc…
S2 Ep. 14: Top Traits & Skills You Need As An Expat
Immigrating can be a stressful experience when you're moving internationally. Trust us, we've been through it—and we have some great advice to help you start fresh and reinvent yourself.
In this last …
S2 Ep. 13: Pain Management in the US & How to Thrive in Life with a Disability with Kevin Perez
In this episode of Taralets Talk, Navy veteran Kevin Perez returns as a guest for the second time to share his experience and knowledge about pain management in the US for the disabled. He shared his…
S2 Ep. 12: Bayanihan: An Evolving Filipino Culture
Bayanihan spirit is a value and reflection of how we Filipinos behave around each other. When there are calamities, we lend a helping hand and the best of what we can offer. We are known to put the w…
S2 Ep. 11: Here’s What You Need to Know Before Going to Dubai
How well do you know Dubai? To many people, it's a country that you only layover in. But if you ever decide to stay and live there, chances are traveling or working there brings its own sets of chall…
S2 Ep. 10: What We Miss Most in the Philippines
For Filipinos who grew up in the Philippines, aside from family and food, there are many little things you know you will always be homesick for. You never really appreciate these things until you mov…
S2 Ep. 9: My Experience Living in Cambodia with Rye Gutierrez
Taralets Talk interviews Rye Gutierrez, a very grounded Filipino immigrant who's been exposed to different cultures and lived in different countries. Despite being in many places and his long list of…
S2 Ep. 8: Things We Like Most About USA and Dubai
Moving to a new country is more than just taking in the sights and sounds with wide-eyed wonder. It's about observing your new environment from all angles and getting to know the people and the cultu…