Shows
The Millennial ProfLiving Unapologetically 205 w/ Francis MirandaEver been afraid to do something you want because of what other people might say? Are you too self-conscious of their opinions of you? Do you find yourself apologizing on impulse when you feel like you've disappointed them? Do you even apologize for simply being who you are? It's this kind of overapologetic anxiety that often causes to live too safely. But how can we overcome this?I spoke to my good friend Francis Miranda, all the way from Boston, MA, about his personal advocacy of living an unapologetic life. And you'll be surprised to find that it actually means...2022-02-2847 min
The Millennial ProfCreativity in the Workplace 204 w/ James JavierA world of data, deliverables, processes, and protocols can be quite dreary and repetitive. It seems that there's no space to let your creative juices flow and do things "outside of the box." That couldn't be farther from the truth! Even the most established corporate settings can be a space for you to let your hidden talents shine.This week, I'll be speaking to @mrjamesjavier who's one of my closest childhood friends and an all-around Mr. Competent and Mr. Talented! James (or JV, as I call him) is a certified public accountant, but also a singer, choreographer, theater actor, bookworm...2022-02-2156 min
The Millennial ProfStaying Strong 203 w/ Benj and Rina Ilagan (A Valentine's Day Special)Love is in the air this week on The Millennial Prof Podcast! With Valentine's Day coming up, many people are eager to spend time with (and money for) their special someone. But not every day is roses and chocolates. Relationships take work, compromise, and a whole lot of maturing. No matter how scary those things might seem, the rewards reaped for staying committed are definitely worth the effort. Nothing like good ol' stability! But how do you know that you've found that person to be stable with?I'll be with Benj and Rina, two good friends and former classmates, to...2022-02-1347 min
The Millennial ProfSacrificing For Your Dreams 202 w/ Alyssa Koa, Mikko Canlas, and Sofia ReyesGOT DREAMS? Anyone can dream, but not everyone is willing to pay the price of making their dream a reality. Achieving the life you want in the future means sacrificing something expedient today. How do you know that the sacrifice is worth it? How can you still live a balanced life without being too attached to your dreams? What can keep you going?Join me this week as I talk to Mikko, Koa, and Sof who started medical school just last year. Hear them share what motivates them each day to sacrifice for their dream to be a doctor one...2022-02-0652 min
The Millennial ProfProgress is like a Slow Cook 201You come into every new year with unbridled enthusiasm for your life goals. But what happens when progress doesn't follow your timeline? What can keep you going when you feel like nothing is happening?Join me as I share about how I rediscovered cooking and what I learned about life in the process, particularly, the value of patience and just keep it going.2022-01-3019 min
The Millennial ProfThe Proper Place of Self-Love 113Today's culture promotes the importance of loving one's self. This has been especially important at a time when the pressure to succeed is tremendous, the tendency to compare one's life to another's is strong, and mental health issues are often undervalued.But is it possible to love one's self too much? Does self-love have a purpose that goes beyond just having a positive view towards one's self? Is self-love the greatest love of all? Allow me to share my thoughts about this in this week's podcast episode.2021-11-2114 min
The Millennial ProfBig Life Lessons from a Small Business 112 w/ Selena YuJoin me and another ex-student and now good friend, Selena Yu, for our first November episode.Far from dampening her culinary dreams, Sel thrived during the pandemic with the launch of her small business Yuyu's Kitchen PH. Her cereal tres leches cake and revel bars have been consistently well-reviewed. I sat down with her to talk about what she learned about herself, her dreams, her family, taking criticism,nand the value of hard work throughout this entire process of starting and running her business.Whether you're thinking of putting up a small business yourself or just pursuing any dream you...2021-11-1456 min
The Millennial ProfDo What Scares You 111 w/ Nikki VicenteFor young adults like us, fear is no longer triggered by goblins and ghouls, but by the future!Letting go of our comfortable past is scary, but sometimes it's necessary if we want to experience personal growth.Join me and fellow podcaster, the host of "From Nikki, With Love", my good friend and former student Nikki Vicente, as we talk about taking risks and overcoming the fears that keep you from being the person you want to be.2021-10-3142 min
The Millennial ProfReflections on Vulnerability 110 W/ Maia Dapul"Conceal, don't feel." The world tells us to be careful not to show our weak side. We have roles that we need to fulfill and people look up to us. What will others think of us when they see that we don't always have our lives together? But does vulnerability really show weakness? Or could this be the key to unlock a deeper inner strength and security?My former student and now very good friend Maia Dapul and I talk about why vulnerability, even though it's difficult and uncomfortable, is actually NECESSARY to be your authentic self and to make...2021-10-1749 min
The Millennial ProfLiving Independently 109 w/ Ina BaylonEvery young adult imagines what life is going to be like away from their family home. What growth opportunities could be there in that newfound freedom? At the same time, what challenges need to be surmounted when going into a largely unknown phase in one's life, especially after spending many years in the comfort of family and friends?Join me and my Merville friend, Ina Baylon, who took the biggest risk of her life so far by moving to Singapore ON HER OWN in the MIDDLE OF A PANDEMIC. Here she tells her turbulent one-month preparation to leave the country...2021-10-0348 min
The Millennial ProfManaging Long-distance Relationships 108 w/ Justin MarianoMany couples find long-distance relationships extremely difficult. It seems that there are not a lot of success stories. But what can we learn from those who did succeed and even managed to make their relationship even stronger in spite of the distance? Fasten your seatbelts for a serious talk about love, commitment, trust, and making things work!I'm going to be joined by one of my great childhood buddies, Justin Mariano. We're going to talk about how he managed to keep his relationship with his wife Carla intact and flourishing through the challenges that came with spending...2021-09-2654 min
The Millennial ProfThe Dangers of People Pleasing 107Allow me to share with you my thoughts about this widely discussed behavior which is also, in my opinion, one of our most self-destructive tendencies. The reason why people pleasing is so hard to overcome is because we cannot seem to distinguish it from genuine mature loving. In this episode, I will propose a way we can tell the two apart. When we stop this obsessive desire to please people, then we can begin to live more authentically, and therefore, more peacefully.2021-09-1923 min
The Millennial ProfBody Issues 106 w/ Dr. Monica CeballosWe’ve all struggled with body issues, most especially during this pandemic. This difficulty is not just on a cosmetic level, but also on a medical level. But what makes it so hard for us to overcome emotional eating and keep to a regular exercise habit? Do we need to change the way we approach taking care of our bodies such that it becomes more rewarding rather than punishing? Why is fitness an act of self-love?Join me and my friend Doc Monica as we talk about her fitness journey, the struggles that came with it, and the spiritual significance of...2021-09-121h 11
The Millennial ProfUsapang Trabaho 105 Part 2 w/ Rianna Bengzon, Bianca Esguerra, Mikee Jazmines, Arvin Parungao, and Czarina VillaramaWhat makes a good boss? What is the kind of work environment that we can thrive in best?Join me in PART 2 of this roundtable episode with former students and current good friends Rianna Bengzon, Bianca Esguerra, Mikee Jazmines, Arvin Parungao, and Czarina Villarama as we reflect on jobs, bosses, work environments, and career changes in our first (of possibly many) USAPANG TRABAHO discussions.2021-09-0543 min
The Millennial ProfUsapang Trabaho 105 Part 1 w/ Rianna Bengzon, Bianca Esguerra, Mikee Jazmines, Arvin Parungao, and Czarina VillaramaThinking of leaving your job? What are the factors to consider if we should stay or leave our current workplace? And are millennials/gen z-ers really leaving their jobs too rapidly? Surely these are things young adults think about almost all the time!Join me in this TWO-PART froundtable episode with former students and current good friends Rianna Bengzon, Bianca Esguerra, Mikee Jazmines, Arvin Parungao, and Czarina Villarama as we reflect on jobs, bosses, work environments, and career changes in our first (of possibly many) USAPANG TRABAHO discussions.2021-08-2956 min
The Millennial ProfLove Languages 104Join me on this solo flight episode as I reflect on love languages, what we often get wrong about them, and why availability is, in my opinion, the first love language.2021-08-2222 min
The Millennial ProfDealing with Criticism 103 w/ Macky del RosarioGetting criticized for your work or for anything meaningful you do is not usually a pleasant experience, especially when you've dedicated so much of your time and effort to it. How do we deal with criticism without letting it affect us too deeply? Why is feedback important to self-development and self-knowledge? Join me and one of my college constants, PR Professional and Marketing Professor Macky del Rosario as we talk about criticisms and why we need to learn how to take them well.2021-08-1554 min
The Millennial ProfOld Failures and New Beginnings 102 w/ Serge GabrielWe are often afraid to try new things because of the fear of failure. How can we find the courage to venture out of our comfort zones and live the best life we can? How do we deal with failure and why can we consider failure “good”? Join me and one of my best buddies in the world, spoken word poet and philosophy professor, Serge Gabriel, as he shares his experiences and reflections about failure and courage.2021-08-0849 min
The Millennial ProfRegrets 101We all have regrets in life. We've all done stupid things in the past that we're now sorry for. But don't you find it annoying when those shameful memories of your mistakes creep up randomly in your consciousness, and you feel terrible all over again? In this episode, allow me to suggest ways in which we can deal with our regrets and use them as the "seeds" of our personal maturity. 2021-08-0126 min
The Millennial ProfExpectations 100 (Trailer)What can you expect from The Millennial Prof podcast? Give this a quick listen!2021-08-0106 min