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MAD Talks Podcast

by I am M.A.D. (Making A Difference)

I am M.A.D. (Making A Difference) believes that even through our smallest positive habits and simplest acts of volunteerism, we can contribute to a better world. Join our Big and Small J's (Jay from the Philippines and Jao from Australia) as the duo talks with our volunteers. Now in a podcast, MAD Talks—one of its longest initiatives and a national finalist program, showcases powerful, inspirational stories of love, living, and learnings—and the MADgic of V! If you have experiences of "Nagmahal, Nasaktan, Nagvolunteer," or just want to hear some great advice and a little fun, this is for you!

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Episodes

  1. MAD Kwentuhan 109 with Grace Co a.k.a Tita G on Chill and Charity Friday's

    We are living in a fast phase world and adulting (as we call it) is part of it. Today's episode is about "How Millenial's transforming and dominating the world today by interacting with causes and social issues". Let's join lord J and Mac J as we listen to our guest about using social media to...

  2. MAD Kwentuhan 108 with John Kit Masigan on Chill and Charity Friday's

    In today's episode let's talk about an event in which everyone experiences once in their life the what we call "the quarter life crisis". With our guest today we would learn how to turn this crisis into a catalyst and practical ways to overcome it. Let's join Minette J and Catriona J as we listen...

  3. MAD Kwentuhan 107 with Emmanuel Mirus Ponon on Chill and Charity Friday's

    Our guest for this episode is a very passionate youth whom have been awarded for his works. Let's hear more about his organizations, accomplishments and his passion to lead the youth to be more globally minded and globally connected. Hosting today's episode are Big J and AJ.

  4. MAD Kwentuhan 106 with Sarah Butad and JM Recio on Chill and Charity Friday's

    BIDA Eskwela is a project of I'am Making A Difference that started this pandemic, it enables to help school's with there needs, to be able to implement the distance learning. So this year is the 2nd year of BIDA Eskwela, to further know about this project let's hear it from our guest's as they…

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  5. MAD Kwentuhan 105 with Rujealyn Cancino and Albert Hisoler on Chill and Charity Friday's

    And because it's National Teacher's month, our guest for this episode are Teacher's that have experienced the MADgic of I'am Making a Difference. Let's join Small J and Mac J as we listen to the struggle's of teacher's during this pandemic and how we collaborated with them to make the BIDA…

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  6. MAD Kwentuhan 104 with John Miguel Aramis D. Bermido on Chill and Charity Friday's

    Let's join Small J and Lord J with the director of HELP Pilipinas Migs Bermido as he explains about the organization and how they help FIlipino's through there different programs and also by collaborating to other organization to make it happen.

  7. MAD Kwentuhan 103 with Maco, Christian and Ruth on Chill & Charity Friday's

    Come and join us, with Maco, Christian and Ruth as we listen to the humble beginnings of I'am making a difference also known as I'am MAD. Be inspired for small beginnings grows and turn to wonderful connections and experiences. Hosting today's episode is our very own Big J and Small J. Welcome to...

  8. MAD Kwentuhan 102 with Ate Ai: "Leading in the Land of the Rising Sun"

    It’s always the little things those little gesture that matter the most. Volunteerism or setting a positive impact is not about how big or small you can do. It’s about doing what you can and doing what you could to make that change. For those small acts can take a big part to have a positive…

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  9. MAD Kwentuhan 101 with Ate Marissa: "Sharing Science and Selflessness"

    Today’s episode is coming from the Southern part of the Philippines - Mindanao. Let’s join Kuya Big J from Davao City and our guest podcaster Ate Chooky from Basilan, with our guest volunteer from Cagayan De Oro a Physics whiz, Teacher Marissa. Let’s find out her realizations and how her…

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  10. MAD Kwentuhan 100 with Ate Shobe: "Conquering Your Lifetime Crisis"

    In our lifetime we experience a lot of things and there comes to a point of our lowest. In today’s episode we are going to hear stories about dreams, rejection and beating the odds. So prepare to be inspired with Ate Shobe as she shares lessons she learned throughout the years, joining her is our...

  11. MAD Kwentuhan 99 with Ate Bebbie: "Creating a Chain of Giving and Receiving"

    When something good happens to us, as a person we feel grateful and when the moment comes, we return the kindness we felt by paying it forward. It might be to the person who helped us or to other people who needs the help. And along with it, are the hopes, that those small kindness might ripple…

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  12. MAD Kwentuhan 98 with Kuya Allan: “Enduring the Hardships of Learning Outstandingly”

    Learning these days has been a challenge. Fortunately, we have dedicated teachers’ who are willing to go miles for their students. Let’s all join our podcaster ang beshie ng bayan Lady J and our guest podcaster ang resident geologist of MAD Ate Chen, as we listen to Sir Allan our Principal from...

  13. MAD Kwentuhan 97 with Ate Calay: "Choosing to Live Positively

    Seeing things in a positive way despite the hardships is not an easy fret but very doable. Like what our guest for today said it's not always sunshine but there is always a silver lining. For this episode let’s join our podcasters Jang Kevin and Minette JI with their guest MADmate Ate Calay as…

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  14. MAD Kwentuhan 96 with Ate Airish: "Aspiring Awareness for Change"

    Change is inevitable but it’s up to the person to decide which path they’ll take. Our guest for this episode is with the Development Sector for almost a decade. Even before MAD she’s already an active volunteer to different organizations. Let’s welcome Ate Airish as she shares her story about her...

  15. MAD Kwentuhan 95 with Kuya Farell: "Beyond Bringing Honor"

    Our guest for this episode is from Chicago, a graduate from MIT and also a part of the I am MAD family. Let’s get to know Kuya Farell and his story on how MAD inspired him to continue to help beyond MAD. Remember we are gifted with skills and talents, not just to be used for ourselves but to…

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  16. MAD Kwentuhan 94 with Kuya JD: "Hiking for a Healthy Soul"

    Hiking is not just for the fun of it. Yea, it’s fun but as you go, you would realize things that you really haven’t thought of for a while. It enables you to pause, refresh your mind and soul. Let’s hear it from Kuya JD our hiking enthusiast and an educator from Golden Link College, as he shares...

  17. MAD Kwentuhan 93 with Ate Amber: "Coloring the Real Hue"

    As you all know we are currently celebrating Pride month and because this event is close to our hearts, we have a surprise guest for you. Together with our podcaster Catriona J and our guest podcaster Kuya Vonn, let’s welcome Ate Amber the Director of Policy Campaign for PANTAY. She will share…

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  18. MAD Kwentuhan 92 with Daddy Lito: "Spreading the Light of Literacy"

    Reading is important but not everyone has the opportunity to learn. That’s why we are lucky to have groups of people who are willing to do more and help people to be literate. Reading is not just about reading the words but what is important, is we understand what we read. And because it’s a...

  19. MAD Kwentuhan 91 with Kuya Jonald: "Discovering your Devotion"

    This episode is a tale about losing some spark in our life and finding it again. Sounds serious ey? but don't fret you'll be meeting ang Coco Martin ng Quezon City, Kuya Jonald! Let’s listen as he regains what he has lost and found it again through MAD. Let’s find out what other lessons he…

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  20. MAD Kwentuhan 90 with Ate Larae: "Paying It Forward"

    Let’s join Small J and Tsang Kevin as we listen to Ate Larae’s inspiration for “Paying It Forward” despite the difficulty during these trying times, keyword “Kindness” (*wink). Also, just a hint did you know that Ate Larae’s first MAD camp is in Batanes?! I know what you’re thinking “Gorgeous”...

  21. MAD Kwentuhan 89 with Tita Jeal: “Teaching and Surviving in a Pandemic Outstandingly

    Episode 2 of Year 2 Season 5 is out and we are super excited to introduce our outstanding teacher-volunter, Tita Jeal from Pangasinan. Let’s listen to her as she tells her story of being a teacher during this pandemic, and how MAD became an instrument of inspiration to her school. Tara na’t...

  22. MAD Kwentuhan 88 with Kuya Terence: “Environmental Conservation and Conversation”

    Let’s welcome Kuya Terence from the province of Saranggani! He will be sharing things that we can do to help Mother Earth despite the pandemic. Like what we always say here in MAD “It doesn’t matter how little what we do, what matters is we are doing something.” Moreover we are excited to let you...

  23. MAD Kwentuhan 87 with the Js of I am MAD: “1st Year Anniversary Special”

    As we end our Season 4 let’s join our favorite podcasters - Big J, Lord J, Small J, Catriona J and Lady J, as we reminisce some of their unforgettable moments and the lesson’s they’ve learned. Though 4th season ended, we are excited to let you know that the Season 5 is coming! Woohoo! We have a…

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  24. YMTP Kwentuhan 86 with Wow ChariTalks: “Usapang pang KinaBOOKasan”

    MAD Knb?! In today's episode of YMTP, our hosts, Ate Bea and Ate Jam, are joined by Ate Xaña, the Chairperson of Sarangani Writers League. Ate Xaña hails from Maitum, Sarangani. She is a reading advocate, a writer, and a youth leader. She loves doing things that keeps her creative like children...

  25. MAD Kwentuhan 85 with Ate Lourdes: "Cultivating Self-Compassion"

    MAD Knb?! There's this saying, "If you can't love yourself, you won't be able to give that love to someone else." We would sometimes question our worth whenever we fail, feel hurt or when we get rejected. We tend to abuse ourselves and exhibit unhealthy relationships. But when we accept our own...

  26. MAD Kwentuhan 84 with Ate Joyce: "Trusting in Right Timing"

    MAD Knb? Do you trust the timing of your life? At times, we feel so frustrated when things don't go our way. Our duo hosts, Big Jay and Lady J, get a lot of wisdom from this episode as our guest, Ate Joyce, shares how we can trust things to happen in the right time and place. If there are things...

  27. MAD Kwentuhan 83 with Ate Caryl: "Finding Hope and Purpose When Life Hurts"

    MAD Knb? In today’s episode, Big Jay is joined by Ate Caryl as she shares her experience in finding hope and purpose when life hurts. We go through moments when we are overwhelmed with so many things. It takes a heavy toll on our emotions and health and leaves us powerless. We can hold onto hope…

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  28. MAD Kwentuhan 82 with Ate Pau "Living with a Prayerful Life"

    MAD knb? We all have our different ways on how we talk to God but its rejuvenating when we hear others as they passionately declare their faith. Be inspired as Ate Pau shares how prayer helped her in many ways and reminded us that Holy Week is on its end this year, but we should be consistent…

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  29. YMTP Kwentuhan 81 with Wow ChariTalks: “Trip down Memory Lane: Looking Back at CharitAble Maitum's First Year in Service”

    In today's episode of YMTP, Ate Bea and Ate Jam celebrate CharitAble Maitum's First Anniversary together with their fellow member, Jeff! Ride with them as they take a trip down memory lane and talk about how the organization was able to do charitable things in the midst of the pandemic! Join them...

  30. MAD Kwentuhan 80 with Kuya Chester: "Living and Loving Technically Speaking"

    MAD knb?! Have you been into that kind of situation when you are going through something, you find yourself making decisions that were not really thoroughly thought or you have uncertainties about it; but you still pushed through with it, and it turned out to be a good decision? In today’s…

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  31. YMTP Kwentuhan 79 with ZHAnaol: “Girls Are Rescuers Too!”

    In the third episode of ZHAnaol podcast, Ate Kyangster talks with Ate Justine and Ate Pausy, youth responders of the ANHS Student Auxiliary Volunteers for Emergency and Relief in School (SAVERS), on breaking the stereotype about women incapable of being a rescuer. Listen as they spill how they...

  32. YMTP Kwentuhan 78 with M&M Meets: "Where do we see ourselves 10 years from now?"

    MAD Knb?! In the 5th episode of M&M Meets, our duo hosts, Kuya Mirus and Kuya Maco, talks about a common question we encounter as we grow up. A question that make us think of what the future would be or how we want it to be, something to hope and something to look forward to. The future is...

  33. YMTP Kwentuhan Episode 77 with Love, Librarians: "Debunking Librarians' Stereotypes"

    In today's episode, we are once again joined by the millennial librarians Kevin, Eunice, Rhoan and Trisha as they share their opinions and realizations about the different Librarians' Stereotypes. Tara na at makinig sa "Love, Librarians"!

  34. MAD Kwentuhan 76 with Kuya Kenjo: "Making the Most Out of Your Digital Life"

    MAD Knb?! The internet has greatly influenced our daily lives. Due to the pandemic, most of us have shifted to the digital world in terms of communication and work arrangement. In today’s episode, we’ll hear it from Kuya Kenjo’s first-hand experience on how digital media has greatly changed and...

  35. YMTP Kwentuhan 75 with The Redefiners Talks: “Ain't Kuya But Deal With Project Kuya"

    MAD Knb?! In this 3rd episode of The Redefiners Talk, Kuya Arjay is joined by Kuya Robin Uata, a lifestyle magazine company owner and a CEO who lives in Utah. He founded and established a volunteering group named Project Kuya back in 2016, which aimed to assist young Filipinos in shelter needs,...

  36. MAD Kwentuhan 74 with Kuya Natsu: “Staying Active During Pandemic”

    MAD Knb?! How have you been during this pandemic? What activities have you done besides work/studies? Join our host, Lord Jay, in knowing more about Kuya Natsu's story on how he dedicated his time in doing volunteer works during pandemic. Kuya Natsu is from Baras, Rizal and is currently working…

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  37. YMTP Kwentuhan 73 with M&M Meets: "What's my most memorable volunteer experience?"

    MAD Knb?! Volunteers usually have a lot of volunteer experiences but how do some stand out more in their hearts? In this episode, our duo hosts, Kuya Mirus and Kuya Maco share their most memorable volunteer experiences and how these helped widen and grow their perspectives. They share how each...

  38. YMTP Kwentuhan 72 with She Loves Tech: “Meet the WiTech Manila Head”

    MAD Knb? This second episode of She Loves Tech features Ate Jessie, WiTech's Manila Head, who celebrates her success stories and challenges in heading WiTech Manila while starting as a first year INTARMED student in the middle of a pandemic. She’s currently an INTARMED student at the University…

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  39. MAD Kwentuhan 71 with Kuya Ram: “The MADgic of story-telling and volunteerism”

    Money can’t buy true happiness. As we are about to listen in this episode, we will be able to realize and appreciate how one’s passion can change someone’s perspective in life. As Dr. Dre says; “You just have to find that thing that's special about you that distinguishes you from all the others,...

  40. YMTP Kwentuhan 70 with M&M Meets: "What are my challenges in putting up an advocacy?”

    MAD Knb?! In the 4th episode of M&M Meets, our duo hosts, Kuya Mirus and Kuya Maco, shares their real-life challenges during the beginning of their respective volunteer organizations. In their heartfelt discussion, they recalled how it affected their personal lives. Their experiences show that...

  41. YMTP Kwentuhan 69 with ZHAnaol: “How to Ace Acads and V Works”

    MAD Knb?! Having a hard time juggling acads and volunteer works at the same time? Hmm, this might be the answer to your time management problem! In this second episode of Zhanaol, Kyangster and Watatops are accompanied by Kuya John Mark, the man in search for daylight, spilling the secrecy of...

  42. MAD Kwentuhan 68 with Ate Amy: “Turning Depression into Motivation”

    MAD Knb?! Having a depression or any mental illness is still a stigma here in the Philippines. This keeps people from seeking medical help. In today's MTP episode, Small Jay is joined by Ate Amy, a MAD volunteer and new member of the podcast team. Ate Amy is working as a Reconciliation Analyst in…

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  43. YMTP Kwentuhan 67 with Wow ChariTalks: “From Being Inspired to Becoming an Inspiration”

    In today's episode of YMTP, we are joined by our hosts, Ate Bea and Ate Jam, with their guest, the Municipality of Maitum's first ever Sinag Kabataang Sarangan In-School Youth Awardee, Kuya Frank Jeay as they take a trip down memory lane and look back to his journey before and after being...

  44. YMTP Kwentuhan 66 with The Redefiners Talks: “By Hook or by Crook, Imma Give You my Book"

    MAD Knb?! In this second episode of The Redefiners Talks, our host, Kuya Arjay, exchange stories with our guest, Joseph Noronoha Pushnam or Kuya Joseph. He is an Indian-Malaysian Citizen and is currently working as the Logistics Associate in Shopee. He is also a Volunteer for 2 International...

  45. MAD Kwentuhan 65 with Ate Lorrie: “Taking the First Steps to Growth”

    MAD Knb?! When was the last time you stepped out of your comfort zone? When faced with new environment or circumstances, we sometimes tend to be anxious. We fear of rejection or maybe failure. But how do we know if we don't give it a try? In today's MTP episode, our hosts, Big Jay and Catriona J,...

  46. YMTP Kwentuhan 64 with M&M Meets: "How did I start my advocacy”

    MAD Knb?! Ever wondered how to start an advocacy? In this episode, our duo hosts, Kuya Mirus and Kuya Maco share their humble beginnings on how they started their respective volunteer organizations and the lessons they learned along the way. Their real life stories taught us that as long as you...

  47. YMTP Kwentuhan 63 with OverFFlow: “OverFlowing Opportunities Through Stock Market”

    MAD Knb?! There are various ways to earn, but the question is, "where do you invest your funds or earnings?" Have you thought of investing in the stock market? In this first episode of OverFFlow, our host, Kuya Fidel, shares how we can learn the very basic fundamentals of stock market and how…

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  48. MAD Kwentuhan 62 with Ate Sherly: “Reviving Your Selfless Soul”

    MAD Knb? As we grow and mature, our priorities also change. It is when we give a part of ourselves to others that we realize how blessed we are. In this MAD Kwentuhan episode, Small J and Big Jay are joined by Ate Sherly, a MAD Volunteer since 2018. Ate Sherly is working as an Accountant in...

  49. YMTP Kwentuhan 61 with M&M Meets: “Who is your inspiration in doing advocacy works”

    MAD Knb?! In the 2nd episode of M&M Meets, our duo hosts, Kuya Mirus and Kuya Maco, share their inspirations and deepest reasons for their advocacies. Join us as they highlight the people who have been a big part of their volunteer journey.

  50. YMTP Kwentuhan 60 with Love, Librarians: “Meet your Librarians”

    MAD Knb? What comes to mind when you see or think of Librarians? In today’s YMTP episode, we are joined by the millennial librarians, Kevin, Eunice, Rhoan and Trisha, as they share about how and why they chose Librarianship and their realizations about their advocacies. They are all members of...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

I am M.A.D. (Making A Difference) believes that even through our smallest positive habits and simplest acts of volunteerism, we can contribute to a better world. Join our Big and Small J's (Jay from the Philippines and Jao from Australia) as the duo talks with our volunteers. Now in a podcast, MAD Talks—one of its longest initiatives and a national finalist program, showcases powerful, inspirational stories of love, living, and learnings—and the MADgic of V! If you have experiences of "Nagmahal, Nasaktan, Nagvolunteer," or just want to hear some great advice and a little fun, this is for you!

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