Jannelle So-Perkins

Filipina Executive Chef Val of Yamashiro talks women empowerment

In celebration of the #InternationalWomensMonth, we highlight tales of real women making it big in their respective fields–stories of Filipino-Americans defying the odds and making a name for themselves, and moreover, exemplifying the strength of a Filipina. We open this month’s show with the story of Filipino-American Vallerie Castillo-Archer, executive chef of iconic landmark and …

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Herbalaria founder discusses gayuma and traditional healing

SO Cool / By Jannelle So-Perkins

As we cap off the #lovemonth, we sit down with Herbalaria founder Lyn Pacificar, a Filipino-American traditional medicine practitioner, who sheds light on how this practice originated and what it really means to heal with plants and energy—and if #gayuma or love potions work! But does gayuma really work? “I believe in free will,” shares …

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Heart health advocate Jenylyn Carpio shares her survival story and Go Red For Women

SO Inspiring / By Jannelle So-Perkins

In 2005, Jenylyn Carpio had everything going on for her life: she was newly married, had just welcomed an infant; and she was set to finish college. She was 22 years old then, and thought juggling school and family life can be exhausting. “I had fainted and didn’t think any of it. Being a new …

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Mar Dumlao gives a tour of the LA Art Box

SO Local / By Jannelle So-Perkins

To say that the pandemic challenged our lives is an understatement–it has turned the world upside down. It has been life-changing to everyone in many ways, and for Filipino-American Mar Dumlao, being “in the midst of the pandemic, you think about how you want to spend your life.” He was ready to add quality to …

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Bernie Bernardo of LA Art Box on creating a space of representation

SO Local / By Jannelle So-Perkins

“We moved away from this life of not experiencing life,” that’s what Filipino-American Bernie Bernardo shared when asked how it was like moving to the US from the Philippines as a young girl. “It made us resilient. It made me resilient growing up as a young adult,” she shares, describing how their move taught her …

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Fil-Am artist Jefre talks art, heart, and his LA Art Box pop-up exhibit

SO Inspiring / By Jannelle So-Perkins

There are life-changing events that happen to people–those that turn their fates around forever. In Filipino-American artist Jefre’s case, it was when he discovered art, and when he came face-to-face with life and death. #Jefre was 30 years old when he underwent triple bypass surgery, triggered by a heart attack while working at an event …

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Filipino-American thespians conquering the world stage

SO Hot / By Jannelle So-Perkins

When theater is mentioned in a Filipino community, the first name that comes to mind is #LeaSalonga—a household name that came to be when she brought to life characters in Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, and in Disney movies, among others. She has been celebrated for more than just making it to the world stage, but …

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Filmmakers and talents create legacy of Philippine cinema in docu-series Habambuhay

SO Cool / By Jannelle So-Perkins

If you ask a Gen Z youth and a baby boomer what they think about #Philippinecinema, you would probably get a myriad of answers—from their favourite titles, to celebrities they look up to the most, and how they consumed film—er, movies—in their day. It would make for an interesting talk, if you ask us. In …

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These Filipino Artists and Creators Showcase World-Class Talent

SO Cool / By Jannelle So-Perkins

Among the many things that connect Filipinos worldwide, entertainment and the arts might just be two that top the list. From content on social media, TV, print media, and the fine arts, Filipinos are fast making their talents known across the globe. Cases in point are this segment’s guests, starting with @hella.basa creator Arjay San …

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Know the 6 Secrets to Building Your Emergency Fund

SO Rescued / By Jannelle So-Perkins

There’s no better time to get financially ready and stable than now! In our latest #SORescued segment, Financial Rescue President Rod Mercado lets us in on simple yet effective tips to get us started in building an #emergency fund. What’s your personal financial habit that gears you for emergencies? Comment it down below! Loved this …

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