Chika with your Titas

Vision Boarding for 2026 | Catching Up, Letting Go & Classic Tita Tangents In this episode, we’re vision boarding for 2026—Tita style. We start by catching up and sharing our top three highlights from 2025, then reflect on what we’re ready to let go of as we move into a new year. We each share one word we want to manifest for 2026, talking through what it means to us in this season of life as moms, wives, friends, and women in our golden era. And because we’re your Titas… we don’t stay on topic the whole time. Expect laughs, side stories, real-life reflections, and plenty of tangents along the way. Come chika with us as we look back, release what no longer serves us, and step into 2026 with intention—Tita-approved. xoxo - Joie, Mel, & MJ Music Credit - Hallman / Whispers in the Wind / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

🎙️ Episode 8: Super Catch-Up After a long summer break, your Titas are finally back — and we have a lot to chika about! 😅 In this “Super Catch-Up” episode, we reconnect after months of juggling work, travel, family, and midlife everything. From summer adventures and parenting young adults to rediscovering ourselves (and our patience 😆), this episode is equal parts laughter, honesty, and heart. It’s real talk about what it looks like to navigate this golden era — one FaceTime call, one coffee, and one deep breath at a time. 💛 Whether you’re folding laundry, driving to work, or sneaking in a few quiet minutes for yourself, come catch up with your favorite Titas. We’ve missed you! ✨ Listen now and join the conversation.

In this episode, the titas get real about Filipino mom culture — the values we inherited, the habits we questioned, and the funny, frustrating, and heartfelt moments in between. From “Kita ko ang p* p** mo!”* to the classic “Bahala ka sa buhay mo,” we reflect on the lines that raised us, the discipline that defined us, and the unspoken love that came with every plate of food. We’re talking about what we’ve kept, what we’ve changed, and how we’re navigating motherhood in our own Tita way. Whether you’re laughing, wincing, or nodding in agreement — this episode is for you. 🎧 Audio podcast available on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube 🎥 Video podcast available on YouTube   Music Credit: Whispers in the Wind | Hallman | Courtesy of EpidemicSound.com

Episode 6: Growing Up on Guam vs. Living in the Bay Area – What We Miss, What’s Different, and Why We Still Crave Fiesta Plates We’re finally back together IRL—recording this episode while lounging on Tita Joie’s couch, just like the old days (but with mics). In this chika-filled session, we take a heartfelt stroll down memory lane and compare our childhoods growing up on Guam to our current lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. From tight-knit island community vibes to the fast pace of mainland living, we talk about what’s changed, what we carry with us, and what we still hold sacred—like fiesta plates stacked high with red rice, BBQ chicken, and kelaguen. Join us as we reflect on the culture, comfort, and chaos that shaped us then and now.

Episode 6: Growing Up on Guam vs. Living in the Bay Area – What We Miss, What’s Different, and Why We Still Crave Fiesta Plates   We’re finally back together IRL—recording this episode while lounging on Tita Joie’s couch, just like the old days (but with mics). In this chika-filled session, we take a heartfelt stroll down memory lane and compare our childhoods growing up on Guam to our current lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. From tight-knit island community vibes to the fast pace of mainland living, we talk about what’s changed, what we carry with us, and what we still hold sacred—like fiesta plates stacked high with red rice, BBQ chicken, and kelaguen. Join us as we reflect on the culture, comfort, and chaos that shaped us then and now.

Episode 5: Tita Fashion, Beauty, & Self-Care – Reinventing Ourselves After Years of Taking Care of Everyone Else In this episode, we’re entering our Tita glow-up era! ✨ After years of putting everyone else first, we’re finally carving out space to care for ourselves—inside and out. Joie, Mel, and MJ chika about how our approach to fashion, skincare, and self-care has evolved in midlife. From the old-school days of putting Colgate on pimples to now discovering what actually works for our skin, we share how we’re refreshing our routines, finding our personal style again, and embracing wellness in ways that feel good (and sustainable). We also take you through our nighttime rituals and the little things that help us recharge. Disclaimer: We’re not medical professionals. Please consult your healthcare provider for any medical or prescription advice—we’re just sharing our personal experiences and what’s worked for us. 🎶 Intro Music Credit: “Whispers in the Wind” by Hallman | Courtesy of EpidemicSound.com

Episode 5: Tita Fashion, Beauty, & Self-Care – Reinventing Ourselves After Years of Taking Care of Everyone Else In this episode, we’re entering our Tita glow-up era! ✨ After years of putting everyone else first, we’re finally carving out space to care for ourselves—inside and out. Joie, Mel, and MJ chika about how our approach to fashion, skincare, and self-care has evolved in midlife. From the old-school days of putting Colgate on pimples to now discovering what actually works for our skin, we share how we’re refreshing our routines, finding our personal style again, and embracing wellness in ways that feel good (and sustainable). We also take you through our nighttime rituals and the little things that help us recharge. Disclaimer: We’re not medical professionals. Please consult your healthcare provider for any medical or prescription advice—we’re just sharing our personal experiences and what’s worked for us. 🎶 Intro Music Credit: “Whispers in the Wind” by Hallman | Courtesy of EpidemicSound.com

In this episode of Chika with Your Titas, we take a moment to pause and respond to you—our lovely listeners! We start by revisiting some of your messages and reactions to our first three episodes (yes, even the one about our “friendship pause”). From there, we do what Titas do best—overshare just a little. We empty out our everyday bags and uncover what might be the most Tita things we carry with us: vitamins, photos, receipts, and other essentials we swear we need at all times. It’s part listener mailbag, part literal handbag—so whether you’re nosy like us or just along for the ride, you’ll want to tune in. 📍Note: This was our first remote recording—so please pardon Joie’s voice; her allergies were on full blast. 🎧 Available now on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share with your own Tita group chat. Ingat! (Ingat is a common Tagalog word we say to loved ones and friends when saying goodbye—whether in person, on the phone, or over FaceTime. It’s short for Mag-ingat ka, which means “Take care.” It’s our way of sending love and protection, even in parting.)

Episode 4: From Your Inbox to Our Bags – A Tita Deep Dive In this episode of Chika with Your Titas, we take a moment to pause and respond to you—our lovely listeners! We start by revisiting some of your messages and reactions to our first three episodes (yes, even the one about our “friendship pause”). From there, we do what Titas do best—overshare just a little. We empty out our everyday bags and uncover what might be the most Tita things we carry with us: vitamins, photos, receipts, and other essentials we swear we need at all times. It’s part listener mailbag, part literal handbag—so whether you’re nosy like us or just along for the ride, you’ll want to tune in. 📍Note: This was our first remote recording—so please pardon Joie’s voice; her allergies were on full blast. 🎧 Available now on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and share with your own Tita group chat.   Ingat! (Ingat is a common Tagalog word we say to loved ones and friends when saying goodbye—whether in person, on the phone, or over FaceTime. It’s short for Mag-ingat ka, which means “Take care.” It’s our way of sending love and protection, even in parting.)

Episode 3: Grief and Healing - Navigating Loss in Our Midlife In this deeply personal episode of Chika with your Titas, we open our hearts to talk about grief and how it shows up in our lives during midlife. From the loss of siblings, children, and lifelong friends, we reflect on how these heartbreaking moments have shaped us, how we carry our loved ones in our everyday lives, and how healing is not a straight path. We share how grief can appear unexpectedly, how it connects to the loss of futures we once imagined, and how we find comfort in sisterhood, storytelling, and remembering them with love. We also explore how grief and love can—and do—coexist, and how embracing both allows us to honor those we’ve lost while continuing to live fully. Get your tissues ready, Titas—it’s a tender, tearful, and healing chika. Music Credit: Hallman / Whispers in the Wind / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

In Episode 2 of Chika with your Titas, we explore the complexities of midlife friendships, from their origins and evolving circles to the challenges of pauses, breakups, and being ghosted. We delve into how life transitions impact these relationships and emphasize the importance of intentionality in nurturing meaningful connections during our golden years. Tune in and let’s chika!  

In Episode 2 of Chika with your Titas, we explore the complexities of midlife friendships, from their origins and evolving circles to the challenges of pauses, breakups, and being ghosted. We delve into how life transitions impact these relationships and emphasize the importance of intentionality in nurturing meaningful connections during our golden years. Tune in and let’s chika! Joie, Mel, & MJ 🎶 Music Credit: Hallman / Whispers in the Wind / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

In our very first episode, we—three Filipino moms who grew up on Guam and now live in the San Francisco Bay Area—finally hit record after decades of laughter, tears, and life lived together. We share how our friendship has stood the test of time, what it means to grow older as Pinay women in our 50s, and what you can expect from our upcoming episodes. From parenting teens and navigating perimenopause, to healing through grief and finding joy in everyday moments—welcome to Chika with your Titas. Music Credit - Hallman / Whispers in the Wind / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/5EAcxfqe0H/

In our very first episode, we—three Filipino moms who grew up on Guam and now live in the San Francisco Bay Area—finally hit record after decades of laughter, tears, and life lived together. We share how our friendship has stood the test of time, what it means to grow older as Pinay women in our 50s, and what you can expect from our upcoming episodes. From parenting teens and navigating perimenopause, to healing through grief and finding joy in everyday moments—welcome to Chika with your Titas. If you’re enjoying our chika, don’t forget to like, follow, subscribe, and share! Catch us on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube — help us spread the kakulitan and kwento with your friends and fellow titas! Music Credit - Hallman / Whispers in the Wind / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/5EAcxfqe0H/

Welcome to our podcast. Join Joie, Mel, & MJ’s conversations about anything and everything. We are three Filipino moms raised on Guam getting together to talk all things life in our “golden” era: parenting teens and young adults, perimenopause, menopause, grief, sisterhood, and anything that comes to mind - with an occasional dose of light-hearted Taglish. (*Taglish - a mix of Tagalog and English words used during conversations.) With the help our producer and charcuterie extraordinaire bestie, Rachelle. Music Credit - Hallman / Whispers in the Wind / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/5EAcxfqe0H/ Publishing first episode in April 2025.