Newbs – The Curious Case of the Filipino Greeting. Kumain Ka Na Ba?

5 08 2009

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So, we’ve learned how to say ‘kamusta’ (or ‘kumusta’ – whichever way you want to spell it), but is there a more Filipino way of greeting people? IS THERE?! Well, indeed there is! Listen in as Cris and Mickey break down this lesson and Jovitt comes in with his four cents on this peculiar Filipino greeting.

A: Oh, hijo. Kumusta ang biyahe?
B: Ok naman po.
A: Kumain ka na ba?
B: Opo.

A: Oh, son. How was your trip?
B: It was ok.
A: Have you eaten?
B: Yes sir.


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Song: “All For A Tuesday” by Taken By Cars

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Tara Lets – Camarines Sur!

23 07 2009

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This month, we join in as Mickey and Jovitt talk about the up and coming tourist favorite – Camarines Sur, better known as CamSur. The culture vulture talks about his trip to this Southern Luzon province and his adventures wakeboarding and kneeboarding in the CamSur Water Complex. So, tara, let’s go to CamSur!

Check out the PDF for helpful translations of the show!

Want to go to CamSur yourself? Head to their website here!

We are grateful to the music of Imago! Galing niyo! No copyright infringement intended. If you like the music, go and support OPM by buying the song legally online or in your nearest music store!





Elementary – Lakbay Tayo! Boracay

2 07 2009

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Manila is the capital of the Philippines… but Boracay is, um, the CAPITAL of FUN. Ok, that sounded lame. But you get the point – Boracay is the place to go to for beach fun and partying. Listen in as Cris and Mickey give Jovitt a call, as the culture vulture enjoys the view in Boracay.

Andito ako ngayon sa Boracay!
Ang ganda ng beach!
Parang pulbos yung buhangin, at ang linaw ng tubig!
Ang dami pang naka-bikini! Wow!
Kaso ang dami ring naka-Speedo! Kadiri.

I’m here right now in Boracay!
The beach is awesome/beautiful!
The sand is like powder!
And the water is so clear!
And there’s also a lot of people in bikinis! Wow!
But, there are also a lot in Speedos. Yuck.


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Want more learning goodness? Check out this PDF!

Music: Da Coconut Nut by Smokey Mountain
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Tara Lets! – Tagaytay

25 06 2009

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In this month’s Tara Lets!, we head south to Tagaytay! Only an hour or two away from Manila, Tagaytay has been one of the most popular road-trip destinations of people living in the city. Listen in as Mickey and Cris talk about this city perched on top of an ancient volcano!


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Need translation? Worry no more with this PDF!

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Pika-Pika – Anong Pangalan Mo?

17 06 2009

Pika-pika PangalanWe’ve all known each other for quite some time and fortunately we’ve all been courteous enough to introduce ourselves. But what if you encounter a stranger, a little lost kid, or a duwende perhaps? I’m sure they won’t be going all James Bond with their names. So in order to get the ball rolling in the friendship and familiarity department, here’s a quick lesson on asking someone’s name


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Elementary – I’m Lost. Kailangan Ko.

2 06 2009

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You think you’re one place, turns out you’re miles away. Maybe you hit a wormhole or something. If ever you get trapped in a twilight zone and end up in the Philippines, you’ll learn just exactly what to say in this episode. Mickey and Cris take on the curious incident of the Cebuano lost in Manila.

A: Waaah! Waaah!
B: Oh, bata, anong nangyari?
A: Kailangan ko ng tulong. Nawawala ako. Nasaan ba ako?
B: Nasa Manila tayo, boy.
A: Talaga? Kanina lang nasa Cebu ako.
B: Ano?! Paano nangyari iyon?

A: Waah! Waah!
B: Hey kid, what happened?
A: I need help. I’m lost. Where am I?
B: We’re in Manila, kid.
A: Really? I was in Cebu just a moment ago!
B: What?! How’d that happen?


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Music: Maskara by The Eraserheads
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Tara Lets! – Bohol

25 05 2009

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In this first episode of Tara Lets, we head to the land of Chocolate Hills and tarsiers – Bohol! But if you think Bohol is simply about landscapes and large-eyed animals, think again! Listen in as Mickey and Cris talk about the beautiful scenery and attractions of this unique island of the Visayas.


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Lost in the Tagalog? Check out this PDF transcript to see helpful translations.

Interested in booking in the Bohol Bee Farm? Head here!

Thanks to this blog for the tarsier pic.

Music: Tara Let’s by Imago
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Pika Pika! – Pahingi!

1 05 2009

pikapikapahingi Imagine yourself in the desert, the malevolent sun beating down on your burning skin, your throat as dry as the sand around you. Then, out of nowhere, you see an angel holding a bottle of Coca-cola. The thing is, the angel only speaks Filipino. So what now? Well, listen in as Cris and Mickey discuss the magic word ‘Pahingi’ in this edition of Pika-pika!


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Newbs – Yaya, I’m Scared! Mumu!

27 04 2009

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We go back to the days of yore, where things were simpler, and all our questions were answered by our yayas. Yayas?! Yep, in this episode, Cris and Mickey discuss the Filipino cultural phenomenon called ‘yayas.’ We’re not talking about no creepy sisterhood here, but nannies!

A: Joeyboy! Huwag kang pupunta diyan!
B: Bakit, yaya?
A: May mumu diyan!
B: Takot ako… huhuhu.

A: Joeyboy! Don’t go there!
B: Why, yaya?
A: There’s a ghost there!!
B: I’m scared! huhuhu…


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Music: Basagan ng Mukha by Radioactive Sago Project

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Newbs – It’s broken! Pwede ipapalit?

5 04 2009

42-18982435Ever buy your dream TV, bring it home, set it up in your living room, and just when you’re ready to kick-back into LCD-heaven, you find out it doesn’t work? If you have, then here’s how to say it in Filipino – the simplest way possible. Join Mickey and Cris as they explore the world of brokenness and um, fixed-ness.

A: Kuya, pwede ipapalit?
B: Bakit?
A: Sira siya eh.
B: Hmm… ayos siya. Hindi lang naka-plug

A: Kuya, can we have this exchanged?
B: Why?
A: It’s broken.
B: Hmm, it’s working fine. It just wasn’t plugged.


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PDF to follow :)

Music: George Estregan Groove Explosion by Radioactive Sago Project
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Updates from the Kalyespeak team!

5 04 2009

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We’re back! The Kalyespeak team is back in business! It’s been quite a while since we last released an episode since we’ve been busy with work and school! But the team is back! Listen in for some updates and some new stuff to look forward to! :)


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Newbs – I Love You! Pakita Mo .

13 02 2009

42-18245423Ah, love. The four letter word that starts a life of happiness and fulfillment. The four letter word that makes the world go round. The four letter word that makes us gush and see little bunny rabbits hop around with unicorns prancing on colorful rainbows. Um, ok, maybe not the last part. Sadly, it’s also the four letter word that causes awfully awkward conversations… such as this one. Listen and learn to profess your love in Filipino with Mickey and Cris.

A: Pare, alam mo ba? Mahal kita.
B: Huwag mo sabihin iyan. Pakita mo na lang.

A: Dude, did you know? I love you.
B: Don’t say that… just show it.


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Check out a really romantic proposal here!

Music: “Kailan” by Smokey Mountain
“This Guy Is In Love With You Pare” by Parokya ni Edgar” and performed by Tryst

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Elementary – Picky Eater. Bahala ka!

6 02 2009

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Game for a night out trying out Filipino cuisine? Can’t describe that tingling sensation on your tongue? Well, listen in on this date as it goes from sweet to sour… pun intended. Cris and Mickey eavesdrop on a night out as we learn the different tastes of Filipino cuisine.

A: Gusto mo ba ng sinigang?
B: Ayoko. Maasim masyado.
A: Eh bicol express?
A: Ayoko. Maanghang masyado.
B: Eh mangga?
A: Ayoko. Matamis masyado.
B: Ay, bahala ka.

A: Do you want sinigang?
B: Nah, too sour.
A: How about bicol express?
B: Nah, too spicy.
A: How about a mango then?
B: Nah, too sweet.
A: Ah, whatever. Eat what you want. Suit yourself.


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Music: “100 Taon” by Narda





Pika Pika – Inuman na! Let’s all get drunk!

16 01 2009

Pika-pika InumanGet the party started with this new phrase! Learn how Filipinos officially declare the festivities open. Are you ready? Inuman na!


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Newbs – Do You have plans tomorrow? Nood tayo ng sine.

7 01 2009

planoWant to ask that cute girl out, but don’t quite know how to phrase it in Filipino? Well, here’s the lesson for you. Cris and Mickey will teach you how to ask if that pretty morena Pinay has plans for tomorrow. Flash that killer smile along with that perfect Pinoy accent and you may just find yourself scoring a date. The vulture Jovitt joins the duo and gives his observations about first dates.

A: Sharon, may plano ka ba bukas?
B: Wala naman.
A: Nood tayo ng sine.
B: Sige. Kita-kits.

A: Sharon, do you have plans for tomorrow?
B: Nope, don’t have any.
A: Let’s watch a movie.
B: Sure, see you.


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Learn how to boss people around!

Music: “Love Team” by The Itchyworms








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