Episode 5: Finding Faith in the Algorithm with Romar Chuca

Finding Faith in the Algorithm with Romar Chuca (The Catholic Comedian)Welcome back to Chips and Zeroes, the podcast where we look beyond the hardware and software to explore the human side of technology. In this episode, Gian Viterbo of Gadget Pilipinas and Luie Magbanua of OMGLuie sit down with a very special guest: content creator, educator, and author Romar Chuca, widely known as The Catholic Comedian.From teaching at the Ateneo de Manila University to going viral on TikTok during the pandemic, Romar has mastered the art of bridging traditional faith with modern pop culture.Gian taps into his own eight-year seminary background to discuss the gear, strategy, and calling behind Romar's digital ministry. Meanwhile, Luie brings her expertise in gaming PR to unpack the realities of online community management, dealing with gatekeepers, and fighting internet toxicity.In this episode, we discuss:How Romar turned pandemic isolation into a viral digital ministry on TikTok.The exact tech, audio gear, and creative process behind his famous pop-liturgical mashups.Practical PR and community management strategies for handling bashers and trolls.How to protect your mental health and authenticity from the relentless demands of social media algorithms.A look into Romar’s collaborations and offline projects, including his book, Banat ng (mga sumusubok talagang maging) Banal.If you're a content creator facing burnout, or just someone curious about how to make the internet a more positive space, this conversation is for you.To learn more about Romar's work, follow him on social media at @thecatholiccomedian.Chips and Zeroes is a monthly podcast exploring the intersection of tech, gaming, and daily life. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a rating, and follow us for more episodes!