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Kiss My MikeS6E9: Five Fun Facts about the month of MAYWhy is May named after a Roman goddess? What’s the real story behind May Day? And did you know May wasn't always lucky for weddings?In this episode of Kiss My Mike, we uncover five surprising and fascinating facts about the month of May — plus a bonus fact you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a trivia fan, history lover, or just curious about the calendar, this one’s for you.🎧 Hit play, subscribe, and join me for a fun dive into the magic and meaning of May.#KissMyMike #FunFacts #MonthOfMay #P...2025-05-0106 minKiss My MikeS6E8: Could Cardinal Tagle Be the Next Pope? A Queer Filipino's Hope for the Future of the ChurchIn this episode of Kiss My Mike, I dive into why Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle has captured my heart and hope as a potential future pope. As a queer Filipino, seeing someone who not only shares my heritage but also speaks with compassion and inclusivity—especially toward the LGBTQ+ community—means the world.I talk about his powerful sermons where he calls out discriminatory language against LGBTQ people, his alignment with Pope Francis' spirit of openness, and why his leadership could be a continuation of the progress we've seen. Plus, how exciting (and historic!) would it be to h...2025-04-2307 minKiss My MikeS6E4: "Art as an Act of Activism" featuring Filipino American filmmaker, GIO ESPIRITU!New Episode of Kiss My Mike: "Art as an Act of Activism" In this powerful episode, I sit down with Filipino American filmmaker GIO Espiritu, a groundbreaking storyteller whose creative vision is deeply shaped by her journey as a bisexual, once-undocumented immigrant Filipina mom and survivor of a Biblical doomsday cult.Her award-winning films like ALLY 3000 and Legacy tackle patriarchy, generational trauma, and societal bias—all with humor and heart. We also talk about her latest projects, including MAID TO SHINE, a romantic com...2025-03-1034 minKiss My MikeS6E3: Step Into Your Power feat. Trans Filmmaker & Artist, Jade Phoenix🔥 New Episode Alert! 🔥In this powerful episode of Kiss My Mike, I sit down with trans filmmaker and artist, Jade Phoenix to discuss:✨ The current political climate and how recent executive actions are attacking the trans community.✨ The history of discrimination and how these tactics have been in place for a long time.✨ How Jade and the community continue to thrive despite these challenges.✨ Using art as activism—expressing identity, resistance, and resilience through creativity.✨ Teaching queer...2025-02-1740 minKiss My MikeS6E2: The Best Movies of 2024Best Movies of 2024 Anora, Wicked, The Substance, Conclave, A Complete Unknown—these are just some of the critically acclaimed films from 2024!Check out the latest episode of Kiss My Mike, featuring special guest Charles Gray, a FilAm filmmaker based in California. We dive into our favorite movies and performances from last year, breaking down the most memorable cinematic moments—including the stunning cinematography in Conclave, Anora, and Dune: Part Two.We also share our thoughts on the actors and actresses nominated this year. Who are your top picks? Drop your...2025-02-0350 min
Yellow GlitterFamilial Acceptance & Self-Love with Mike Talplacido In this episode of Yellow Glitter podcast, we're joined by Mike Talplacido. Mike Talplacido is a queer Filipino-American artist based in North Carolina. He is the author of Kiss My Mike, a memoir detailing his life as a gay Filipino immigrant navigating self-discovery and acceptance in America. In this episode, we chat about: Acceptance and what it means to be gay in an immigrant household Unlearning the colonized mindset and the pressure to assimilate as an Filipino-American Navigating family and writing your own story of self-love Radical acceptance and unconditional love of your entire personhood Y...2025-02-031h 09Kiss My MikeS5E6: 2024 Year End Recap (Special Podcast Episode) 2024 Year-End RECAP — Kiss My Mike Podcast! This year was a whirlwind of pop culture, movies, and major events — and I’m breaking it ALL down in my latest podcast episode! Watch the full video on YouTube and the audio on Spotify, Apple, or your favorite app!Here’s what I’m covering: The impact of AI on entertainment (and beyond!) The best movies of 2024 — and my personal faves! The breathtaking Solar Eclipse in April A look at the US Elections...2024-12-1923 minKiss My MikeS5E3: Rommel Rojas (LA-based Actor & Screenwriter)Check out this new episode with LA-based actor and writer, ROMMEL ROJAS!Rommel was born and raised in Davao, Philippines. He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication and pursued a career in advertising. When the opportunity arose, he moved to the US in 2004. When his corporate stint ended in 2014, he rediscovered his passion in storytelling and attended both UCB and Elizabeth Mestnik Acting Studio for his training. He is a Meisner trained actor and a member of the Company of Angels theater group. His experience in film includes a short film, entitled Centerpiece, whe...2024-02-1523 minKiss My MikeS5E2: Post-Sundance Blues with ACHIM MENDOZA (Filmmaker)Check out this new 'Kiss My Mike' podcast episode featuring ACHIM MENDOZA.Achim is queer ex-Filipino-soap-opera-translator-turned-filmmaker, Achim’s passion for film started in his teens, when Marilou Diaz-Abaya, a renown Filipino director and National Artist, offered to mentor him. As a teenager, Achim would fly back and forth between his hometown of Davao and Manila to attend her classes. Back in the Philippines, he helped create “Stages Sessions,” a YouTube channel that focuses on indie Filipino musicians and poets. His 2021 musical short “Connection” was screened at the 38th Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival and was nominated for Best S...2024-02-0531 minKiss My MikeS5E1: What's in & What's out in 2024!Happy New Year Everyone!Check out this latest podcast episode to kickoff Season 5. In this episode, I share my thoughts on what's in and what's out in 2024!Hope you all enjoy it!2024-01-1210 minKiss My MikeS4E12: A Sweet Tooth interview with Carlin JamesCheck out this brand new podcast episode featuring CARLIN JAMES.Carlin is an LA-based, Filipino-American actor who has appeared in shows like Better Call Saul, American Crime Story, and It's always sunny in Philadelphia.Carlin's new short film "A Sweet Tooth" will have its premiere at FilmQuest on November 3rd and FilAm Creative Film Festival on November 4th.About A Sweet ToothLogline: An overachieving Analyst will do whatever it takes to win a coveted promotion until he's confronted by a hammer-wielding assailant.CAST: Carlin James...2023-11-0107 min