Dear Bessie: The Em-Path

Hey Bessie, send us a text message!MATURE CONTENT WARNING.  This project contains mature and sensitive themes such as depression, and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.Isang Bessie listener ang sumulat! When our Bessie Pat left the PH for a fresh start, never niyang inakala na ang magiging pinakamalaking pagsubok pala niya ay ang puso niya! After connecting with her female coworker, Em, their dynamic blurred every line between friendship and something more. Now, our Bessie is left questioning her sexuality, decoding intense mixed signals, and navigating a painful situationship that has her feeling more isolated than ever. Kaloka!Tinalakay namin sa project na ito ang masalimuot na queer awakenings, late-blooming, at unrequited feelings. So ano nga ba? Is this LOVE? Or is this a LESSON?(Names and voices have been changed and altered for purposes of confidentiality.)*This episode is dedicated to our ever-dearest Bessie from the Bronx, our Bes MOREY who passed away October 25, 2025. We love you, Bes! Rest in Power. Listen to one of our episodes with Bes Morey here. LGBTQA+ Queer StoriesSupport the showThe Balut Kiki Project is an international award-winning podcast being the only Philippine winner so far at the Asia Podcast Festival Awards held in Singapore.Follow/subscribe and, review and rate us on Spotify, ApplePodcasts, Podchaser.  Connect with us on Facebook or Instagram . Advertise with us - Email: [email protected].  *Our podcast does not offer professional medical, sexual, or mental health advice. Our show aims to entertain and express truths about our personal experiences in dealing with issues we discuss. If  you are undergoing depression or having suicidal thoughts, please go to these links: NCMH (PH) or Find a Helpline (worldwide). It's okay to ask for help.