The Halo Halo Podcast

Episode 316 - Lexicon of Fashion and Modern Filipiniana

On this episode, Jezzie longs for the first Monday in May and the Met Gala that raises funds for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in NYC. Jezzie shares the Met’s new plan-- this year, the Costume Institute announced the two-part exhibition: “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion” (Part I: Sept 2021) and “An Anthology of Fashion” opening in May 2022. Later, Jezzie links finding the vocabulary of fashion through the emotion, values and sentiments brought up in the fashion itself which made him wonder what is the modern vocabulary of Filipiniana. Jezzie guides Sigi in a critique to uncover the modern vocabulary of Modern Filipiniana Fashion. We invite you to join them as they revisit the looks at  the 2019 ABS-CBN Ball (formerly StarMagic Ball) where all the TV and Movie stars gather. Several of the looks will be posted on IG for this episode. Jezzie sums it up quite well, “Fashion is not only functional, but can also be emotional and expressive.”
In the Mix this Week:
In America: A Lexicon of Fashion: Virtual Press Presentation | Met Fashion,
ABS-CBN Ball 2019 Red Carpet Highlights

Taste Test of Disney+'s "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" (Episode 315.625)

On this Taste Test, Sigi helps himself to the Vegas Marvel Brunch buffet and goes in for seconds and samples "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" now streaming on Disney+. Sigi takes Jezzie through the themes of legacy, making amends and currents social issues woven in this action packed series. Listen in as Sigi revels in the latest from the MCU and how you should definitely watch this piece of prestige tv.

Episode 315.5 - It's Gonna be May (Boyband Redux) warmup

Sigi takes Jezzie down memory lane to commemorate a Facebook Memory that popped up on his feed from 12 years ago and forecasted the creative venture that is now The Halo Halo Podcast. On this stroll, Sigi brings back boy bands and tests Jezzie’s memory on naming members of some memorable boy bands from the past. Jezzie is taking applications for anyone willing to be his “phone a friend” for these impromptu quizzes. See how you fare on this boy band recall.

Episode 315 - Representation for the Win and Jackpot Mentality

After a brief hiatus in April, Jezzie and Sigi are reunited in the virtual Halo Halo Podcast studios playing pop culture catch up and sharing their takeaways from the 2021 Oscars. From an intimate and anti-climatic black tie affair, the guys marvel over the big wins made by Chloe Zhao, H.E.R. and Youn Yuh-jung.
Sigi then notices that representation is popping up in his pop culture from Shanti Dope in the "Falcon and Winter Soldier" soundtrack; Olivia Rodrigo’s "Deja Vu" and Silk Sonic’s Leave the Door Open being on repeat for him and his daughter Delaney; and the unveiling of the "Shang Chi and Legend of the Ten Rings" Trailer on Simu Liu’s birthday. Jezzie links the representations in Disney cultural properties. He shares that Disney has made efforts to shift towards the idea of belonging as an expression of diversity and inclusions. Most recently, "Raya and The Last Dragon" showcased a true narrative about Asian panethnicity and the double competing message of how being Asian is not a monolithic experience, while cooperation can be. Later Jezzie talks about “Jackpot Mentality” in the Philippine culture and observes there is a  focus on how hope is the key to financial security or financial planning.

Episode 314.75 - Meryenda on Boodle Fight and Kamayan

On this Meryenda Episode, Jezzie and Sigi dig into a delicious topic--boodle fights and kamayan! Sigi talks about kamayan- the traditional way Filipinos dine. Jezzie shares the origins of the boodle fight. The guys talk about the trends, their best experiences and what would make up their personal boodle fight feasts! And Halo Halo Podcast listeners--tell us what are your favourite kamayan/boodle fight experiences! Sarap!  Finally, check out Daniel Bender’s and Adrian De Leon's academic work on Boodle Fight and its histories.

Taste Test of Disney+'s "WandaVision" (Episode 314.625)

Sigi and Jezzie have their palates satiated in this Taste Test of Disney+’s limited series: WandaVision. Consider this a spoiler alert and arm yourself with a box gobstoppers and package of pop rocks to fuel your energy as Jezzie and Sigi revel jumping back into the Marvel universe mingled with nostalgic sitcoms ranging from the 50's to the Aughts. Clearly the guys have been in remission and the Easter Eggs and post credits scenes certainly have made this Taste Test a delicious treat!

Episode 314.5 - Musical Inclinations Warmup with Armand

Armand Aromin joins Sigi and Jezzie for this musically inclined warm up. Find out what instruments our two hosts played when they were younger. Armand also enlightens the guys as he anticipates the long awaited delivery of a kutyapi.
Find out more about Armand and his creative ventures. His music is available on www.thevoxhunters.com and don't forget to check out www.arominviolins.com.

Episode 314 - Hello Stranger--The Movie and Love Teams with Armand

In this supersized episode, Armand Aromin joins Sigi and Jezzie in The Halo Halo Podcast virtual studios to talk about the "Hello Stranger, The Movie" and love teams in the Philippine media. Armand tells the guys about growing up in Rhode Island and how he became involved in his musical creative ventures, violin making and his band, The Vox Hunters. Later they dish on the scenes from "Hello Stranger, The Movie" that made them “kinikilig” and recount the best parts of this BL romantic comedy. Finally, Jezzie gives Sigi and Armand a primer on Love Teams in Philippine Media, as inspired by Tony Labrusca and JC Alacantara’s bromantic love highlighted all over the Philippine press and social media. 
Find out more about Armand and his creative ventures. His music is available on www.thevoxhunters.com and check out www.arominviolins.com.
In the mix:
Pilipinas Popcorn's "What Your Favorite Filipino Love Teams Are Up This New Year",
National Obsession: The Dark Side of Filipino Love Teams,
James Reid and Nadine Lustre's "Hanap Hanap",
Janella Salvador's "Blanko" on wish 107.5 Bus

Taste Test of "Yellow Rose" (Episode 313.625)

On this Taste Test, Sigi samples Yellow Rose, a film by Diana Paragas. This story is seen through a lens of an undocumented teen who happens to be Filipino and her journey as she flees her small town life in Texas on her own. She is looking to find herself and she does that through country music. With an amazing soundtrack, a heartbreaking performance by Eva Nobelzada and a cameo from Filipino acting royalty, Lea Salonga, Sigi shares how much he enjoyed this story of representation and even purchases Jezzie a digital copy for his immediate viewing pleasure.
 

Episode 313.5 - Jingle Jangle Warmup with Mailyne

Sigi leads Jezzie and special guest Mailyne down a memory lane of advertisement jingles on this warm up. Can you match wits and name some of these catchy jingles? Once you hear them you won’t be able to forget them!