4 Million Filipinos: Fil-Am Origin Stories

Beauty, Bias, and Breaking Barriers: A candid interview with Fil-Am Influencer Zeauxi

Zeauxi, a multi-talented Filipina-American artist, joins us to discuss her journey navigating the entertainment industry. From her early days singing in choir to her current success as a model, actress, and musician, Zeauxi shares her experiences and insights.
We delve into the challenges of being a multi-hyphenate artist, the importance of staying true to oneself, and the complexities of beauty standards and representation. Zeauxi opens up about her experiences with racism and microaggressions, and how she has learned to embrace her Filipino heritage.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the arts, entertainment, and the experiences of Filipino Americans in the creative industries.

Hustle, Heritage, and Higher Learning: Steve Raquel’s Filipino-American Dream

In this episode of 4 Million Filipinos, Manolo and Bing chat with Steve Raquel, a Chicago based Clinical Assistant Professor at the Gies College of Business, University of Illinois, and President of IOV Media about his journey from corporate success to shaping future leaders. They dive into identity, career pivots, and the evolving Filipino-American experience—covering everything from breaking barriers in marketing and academia to reconnecting with their roots. A powerful conversation on success, heritage, and paying it forward!

Punching Above His Weight: Kurt Griarte on Manny Pacquiao, Acting, and Filipino Pride

In this episode of the 4 Million Filipinos Podcast, hosts Manolo Almagro and Bing Kimpo return after a two-year break to talk with actor and writer Kurt Griarte. Kurt shares his journey from growing up in the Philippines to pursuing acting and storytelling in the U.S. He discusses his passion for Filipino representation, challenges breaking into the industry, and his upcoming script on Manny Pacquiao’s rise to global fame. The conversation highlights cultural pride, perseverance, and Kurt’s dedication to inspiring future generations of Filipino creatives. 

Katy Zapanta vs. Broadway: Racism in the Theatre Industry Part 2

Katy Zapanta - is a Dramaturg, writer, choreographer, and podcast host currently based in NYC. in this part 2 of a 2 episode interview, Katy shares more details on what is was like landing a dream job as an assistant for a company producing a Broadway musical based on the KPOP phenomenon, which - ends up closing early after only 44 preview performances + 17 regular performances. Katy talks about the inherent racism she encountered in the Theatre industry, and what it was like to "take on" the New York Times, Chief Theatre Critic - Jesse Greenehttps://playbill.com/article/kpop-producers-respond-to-new-york-times-review-requesting-apology-from-jesse-greenLinks:https://www.katyzapanta.com/abouthttps://linktr.ee/katyzap

Katy Zapanta vs. Broadway: Racism in the Theatre Industry Part 1

Katy Zapanta - is a Dramaturg, writer, choreographer, and podcast host currently based in NYC. in this part 1 of a 2 episode interview, Katy shares her origin story, what it was like growing up as an a child of a filipino father and an white-american mother in suburban Pittsburgh, how she found her passion in the Theatre industry, what is was like landing a dream job as an assistant for a company producing a Broadway musical based on the KPOP phenomenon, and how things didn't exactly work out as she hoped as she discovers just how much inherent racism exists on the "Great White Way"Links:https://www.katyzapanta.com/abouthttps://linktr.ee/katyzap

Jo Koy’s Movie ”Easter Sunday” A hit or miss for Filipino Americans?

The one where the guys unpack all the reasons for negative reviews from the Fil-Am community for Jo Koy's recent movie Easter Sunday. where Jo Koy stars as a man returning home for an Easter celebration with his riotous, bickering, eating, drinking, laughing, loving family, in this love letter to his Filipino-American community.

An interview with Fay Darmawi, Producer of the Upcoming Film ”Sa-Amin: Our Place”

Special Episode: A Discussion with Fay Darmawi, Producer on the upcoming Film "Sa-Amin: Our Place" A documentary about the untold story of Filipinos in San Francisco’s South of Market neighborhood, the cultural heart of the Filipino-American community. It's the story of how Filipino activists, artists and intergenerational families are claiming a right to the city, battling against displacement caused by urban renewal, real estate speculation, and tech booms. It features powerful interviews of current residents and community leaders covering decades of organizing, including Teresa Dulalas who challenged eviction after eviction; teacher and parent, Tina Alejo, who fought to keep open the Filipino bilingual program; and Janine Lacap, part of the next generation of leaders. https://sfurbanfilmfest.com/https://saaminfilm.com/Help Support the Film- https://www.supportourstory.com/sa-amin-our-place

Never Forsaken, The Finale - A Filipina’s Story of Faith, Courage + Survival During WWII

A young filipino woman's account of faith, courage, and survival during and after World War II. In this multi-episode series, we'll hear the story of Marion Ghent (as told by her Daughter, Cindy Scott) In this episode, we learn about how Marion finds her father's American family, migrates to the USA and eventually graduates from College - and return to the Philippines. Get the book on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Never-Forsaken-gripping-account-survival-ebook/dp/B08MQVZPD1

Never Forsaken Pt. 3 - A Filipina’s Story of Faith, Courage + Survival During WWII

A young filipino woman's account of faith, courage, and survival during and after World War II. In this multi-episode series, we'll hear the story of Marion Ghent (as told by her Daughter, Cindy Scott) In this episode, she shares the story of how her mom survived in the rainforest on-the run from the Japanese invaders, learn the miraculous story of how she reconnects with her father's American family, then migrates to the USA to live among the family and complete her education. Get the book on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Never-Forsaken-gripping-account-survival-ebook/dp/B08MQVZPD1

Never Forsaken Pt. 2 - A Filipina’s Story of Faith, Courage + Survival During WWII

A young filipino woman's account of faith, courage, and survival during and after World War II. In this multi-episode series, we'll hear the story of Marion Ghent (as told by her Daughter, Cindy Scott) In this episode talks about what it was like hiding among the Muslims on Mindanao, becoming a POW, and escaping the Japanese. Learn the miraculous story of how she reconnects with her father's American family, then migrates to the USA to live among the family and complete her education https://www.facebook.com/Never-Forsaken-105544414659721/