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Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 013: Was there cheating in the 2022 elections?Was there cheating in the 2022 Philippine elections? Hey guys, it's been two weeks since the elections, and people still have QUESTIONS. For this episode, let me again invite you to listen to another installment of NAMFREL Huddle, a live conversation we did over Twitter Spaces with the NAMFREL National Secretariat Team. NAMFREL Huddle is a weekly limited series on Twitter by the National Citizens' Movement for Free Elections, and for this episode, we explored with our guests the topic of possible fraud in the elections. We talked a LOT of other stuff about the elections, so make s...2022-05-241h 26
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 012: A More Transparent Vote CountHey people! It's only a few days before the May 2022 Philippine Elections. For this episode, let me again invite you to listen to another installment of NAMFREL Huddle, a live conversation we did over Twitter Spaces with the NAMFREL National Secretariat Team. NAMFREL Huddle is a weekly limited series on Twitter, and for this episode, we talked about how ordinary citizens, affiliated with any election-related organization or not, can help make the vote count more transparent. We also discussed important points that voters should keep in mind before heading to the polls. The Real Life and Postcard Views podcast...2022-05-071h 06
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 011: Election ObserversHey listeners! The May 2022 Philippine Elections are happening in a week's time. As many of you know, I am an election observer, and in the Philippines, I belong to NAMFREL, or the National Citizens' Movement for Free Elections, which is an election monitoring organization. For this episode, let me again invite you to listen to another installment of NAMFREL Huddle, a live conversation we did over Twitter Spaces with the NAMFREL National Secretariat Team. NAMFREL Huddle is a weekly limited series on Twitter, and for this episode, we talked about what exactly election observers are, what they -- or...2022-05-021h 02
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 010: How will machines count our votes?Hey listeners! The May 2022 Philippine Elections are just around the corner, and as in past elections, our votes will be counted by machines. But how will these vote counting machines actually count our votes? For this episode, let me again invite you to listen to another episode of NAMFREL Huddle, a live conversation we did over Twitter Spaces with the NAMFREL National Secretariat Team. NAMFREL Huddle is a weekly limited series on Twitter, and I hope you could listen to us live when you got the time. The Real Life and Postcard Views podcast, hosted by ME, Paolo Maligaya.2022-04-251h 06
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 009: Good Match for the Job?Happy Easter guys, happy Resurrection day! I know, I wasn't able to post anything for almost two months. I guess I underestimated how busy I was going to get. As many of you know, my work is related to Philippine elections, and things are really heating up less than a month before the polls. For this episode, let me invite you to listen to one of the things we have been working on. This is the first episode of NAMFREL Huddle, a show that we did live over Twitter Spaces, and for this one, we talked about how important...2022-04-181h 10
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 008: Talking MoviesHi, how are you? I hope you and your family are doing OK. For this episode, I am going to talk about movies, more specifically, the 2022 nominees for the Academy Award for Best Picture. I'm going to tell you what I think about each of the nominees, and which one I think could win the top prize. So grab some popcorn and listen, and stay for a post-credits sequence (wink wink). The Real Life and Postcard Views podcast, hosted by ME, Paolo Maligaya.Visit my website: https://paolomaligaya.org/2022-02-2126 min
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 007: Seasons In HaikuHey everyone. How are you? I do hope you and your family are feeling safe and healthy. Valentine's Day is fast approaching, so I figured we should talk about...poetry. It's that, or heart disease, so poetry it is! For this episode, we are again joined by professor, poet, and author Alvin Cruz. So set aside some time, because we are going to rhyme! (And I'm sorry, that's really bad!) The Real Life and Postcard Views podcast, hosted by ME, Paolo Maligaya.Get in touch with Alvin Cruz through his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehaikupoet/2022-01-3159 min
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 006: Election Volunteers Wantedsurely hope you are ok and that you and your family are in good or in better health. You know that this year is election year in the Philippines, and election period has officially started. For this episode, I'm going to talk about how you can get involved in the coming elections by being a non-partisan observer. Non-partisan what? What's that again? Exactly. You have to listen, and I hope you will sign up as a NAMFREL volunteer after listening. The Real Life and Postcard Views podcast, hosted by ME, Paolo Maligaya. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube...2022-01-2418 min
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 005: Reasons to CelebrateIt's Christmastime. The malls are open, the decorations are out, we're even allowed to see each other face to face. But having lived through almost two years of the pandemic, with many of us still facing grief, loss, financial issues, and anxiety, do we still celebrate? Is there any reason to celebrate Christmas this year? For this episode, we are joined by friends -- a psychologist, a poet, a writer-editor and mom, to help us sort out our thoughts and feelings, and find joy in this season despite the challenges. Join us for this special Christmas conversation, with Danny...2021-12-201h 34
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 004: Improving Philippine ElectionsHey listeners! For this episode, I am wearing my election observer hat, and we'll be talking about how the Philippine automated election system (or the AES) can still be improved. We are going to be a bit techie this time, but listen well, because the fate of the country could depend on those vote counting machines. The Real Life and Postcard Views podcast, hosted by ME, Paolo Maligaya.2021-12-0657 min
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 003: Water BaptismGuess what? We finally have our first guest! For this episode, I am joined by Pastor Ray Diaz of Victory Fort Bonifacio, as we explore the significance of water baptism in the lives of Christians, and to answer some questions of those like me who are just starting our walk with Christ. Check it out! The Real Life and Postcard Views podcast, hosted by ME, Paolo Maligaya.2021-11-2145 min
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 002: Story TimeWe're going to change things a bit, and on this episode, I read two stories from Philippine folklore, specifically, from the Igorots of northern Philippines. Join me for a quick story time. The Real Life and Postcard Views podcast, hosted by ME, Paolo Maligaya.2021-11-1807 min
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 001: Random QuestionsWish you had spent more time doing something when you were younger? What do you find strange in the opposite sex? What do you do to make the world a little better? On this episode, I answer some random questions, and I wonder how you're going to answer them on the spot without embarrassing yourself. Check it out! The Real Life and Postcard Views podcast, hosted by ME, Paolo Maligaya.2021-11-1815 min
Real Life and Postcard ViewsEp. 000: I Have A Podcast!Hey guys, I'd like to invite you to check out my podcast. It's called Real Life and Postcard Views, and on this very first episode, I lay down what this is all going to be about. Come, join me as I start this journey. The Real Life and Postcard Views podcast, hosted by ME, Paolo Maligaya.2021-11-1805 min