Barangay Podcast Network

On this episode of BPN, we have a new friend on the podcast! Jono Pisano is here talking about his life as a painter, from art school in NYC to his travels through Australia, America, and the Philippines. We also got to chat politics, anime, and more.

Follow Jono! @jonopisano on Instagram.

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by @ruiijikun

On this episode of BPN, Mhar Udarbe, Tofu, and John Crawford join Dom at Red Bull Studios to catch up about 2020, and what they're working on right now. The guys are currently selling homemade chicken burgers, directing and producing music videos for local artists, and playing a lot of 2K at John's house. For the first time, this episode is also available on YouTube!

Follow @mharugaming @joshsubeldia @jhncrwfrd

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Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara

Music by @ruiijikun

On this episode of BPN, one of Manila's finest producers is on the show - RuiijiKun. He's been producing the music here on the podcast since last year, he works heavily with Kartell'em, and he produced six tracks on Waiian's Good Problems album, ranking in the top 5 on iTunes right now. RuiijiKun and Dom talked about his career as an artist, understanding Manila's hip-hop culture, and his favorite instruments, albums, and artists. He also gave some details into Kartell'em three month staycation at the start of lockdown.

Check out Ruiijikun's solo projects on Spotify, Bandcamp, iTunes - Follow him on Instagram & Twitter @ruiijikun

Don't forget to follow/subscribe to the podcast wherever you're listening! We'd really appreciate it.

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by RuiijiKun

Produced by Scott Cooper @iamthescooper

On this episode of BPN, Dom and Paolo are joined by chef Joey Malim. Joey has worked in a bunch of restaurants in California and NYC. We got to chatting about the restaurant industry and what's like to work in a kitchen. We also talked about how COVID has affected NYC's food culture, outdoor dining, and shared our favorite recipes we've cooked at home this year.

We're available for streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and more - so wherever you're listening please give us a follow and a positive review. Thanks for checking us out.

Follow Joey! @crispy_yamaguchi

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara and Paolo Del Castillo

@alcantaradominick @paolodelcastillo

Music by Ruiijikun @ruiijikun

Produced by Scott Cooper

On this episode of BPN, we're joined by Nothing_Neue & K.Solar. Nothing_Neue is a Brooklyn-based producer, while K.Solar is an L.A.-based producer/rapper. Nothing_Neue is the founder of  In Plain Sight, an NYC-based monthly party, and K.Solar has been involved with BANANAS! in LA and NYC. They're both extremely talented and experienced in community building and organizing, which I greatly admire.

Check them out on Spotify & Bandcamp and cop their latest releases! AMANI from Nothing_Neue, Behold a Pink Lamb from K.Solar.

Follow them both on Instagram - @nothing_neue @ksolar_

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by K.Solar

Produced by @iamthescooper

Today on the podcast we have our homie Isné Bobo Nuyent! Bobo is a photographer and videographer who works primarily in the music industry on tours for Eric Nam, Nick Jonas, and more. He shares a ton of stories about his travels, and gives insight to what it's like to work in his position. He gave great advice on how to elevate through your career as a creative, especially if you want to work in the music industry. 

We're also joined by Bobo's very close friend and one of our own, Paolo Del Castillo who is making his third appearance on the show. 

Hosted by Paolo Del Castillo and Dominick Alcantara @paolodelcastillo @alcantaradominick

Produced by Scott Cooper

Music by Ruiijikun @ruiijikun

On this episode of BPN, we have AP talking shit! Just kidding - we talked about glizzy gladiators, his moves around America and settling in NY, his photo/video career, his infamous half-court shot at Madison Square Garden, and so much more.

Follow AP! @aptheangel

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara & Josh Castillon @alcantaradominick @castillonaire

Produced by Scott Cooper @iamthescooper

Music by @ruiijikun

On this episode of BPN, Martin Nuñez-Bonilla comes on the show. Martin is a creative and marketing specialist who works for Phipps Neighborhoods, a non-profit based in the Bronx helping Black & Brown students through the educational system. We talked about #BLM, his work, LGBTQIA+, and his "MEN CRY" project.

Follow Martin! @mnbnyc

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Produced by Scott Cooper @iamthescooper

Music by Ruiijikun @ruiijikun

On this episode of BPN we have Ken Yamaguchi, film and video director, owner of Threedown, and of Manila's finest working in skate culture. Resident Barangay homie Mhar Udarbe joins the show as well to share some memories he has with Ken. We got to talking about Ken's new video he produced for DC - the first time an international skate company has collaborated with Manila's skate scene. 

Sorry for the technical difficulties in the audio, we did our best to fix it! Enjoy.

Follow Ken! @ky_td Follow Mhar! @mharugaming

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Produced by Scott Cooper @iamthescooper

Music by Ruiijikun @ruiijikun

On this episode of BPN, Dom is joined by Josh Castillon and Leoder Sanchez. Leoder is a Filipino-American photographer and designer from New York City. Together they talked about Pride and LGBTQ+ history in America and the Philippines.

Follow Leoder! @leodersanchez

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara and Josh Castillon @alcantaradominick @castillonaire

Produced by Scott Cooper @iamthescooper

Music by Ruiijikun @ruiijikun

On this episode of BPN, Aly Mananquil and Lancer Casem join us to talk about Pride Month, the LGBTQ+ communities of the Philippines and Detroit, their coming out stories, and more! Aly is a Manila-based photographer who has shown in two Barangay galleries, while Lancer is our resident Detroit photographer/DJ who has shown in three Barangay galleries.

Follow Aly and Lancer! @alleytlle @lansuh

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Produced by Scott Cooper 

Cover Art by Cher Lui Pio and Dominick Alcantara @cherluipio

On this episode of BPN, we have P-Lo and John Vincent coming on the show to talk about #BlackLivesMatter, protests, music, basketball, and more. P-Lo is a legendary Filipino-American rapper, producer, and all-around human being making his first appearance on the show, while John Vincent is making his second (Episode 028.) 

P-Lo @p_lo

John Vincent @johnvince

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Cover Art by Dominick Alcantara

Produced by Scott Cooper @deathbyindomie

On this episode of BPN, Lancer joins Dom on the show to talk about the #BlackLivesMatter movement. The problem of anti-blackness and systemic racism has gone on too far, and we have decided to speak on the issue from our perspective as Asian-Americans. We as a community need to understand these biases and check our privilege as non-black citizens. We all need to unify behind BLM. We need #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd #JusticeForBreonnaTaylor #JusticeForAhmaudArbery. We will not be silent. Neither should you.

Please make contributions to @blackvisionscollective or @reclaimtheblock.

Follow Lancer @lansuh

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Produced by Scott Cooper 

Music by @ruiijikun

On this episode of BPN, we have Ehiorobo calling in to chat about the two mixtapes he dropped in March, his processes of making music and collaborating with other artists, music & fashion inspirations, and more.

Follow Ehi! @mrehiorobo on IG & Twitter

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ehiorobo on spotify

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by @castillonaire

On this episode of BPN, we have Safari Al aka S.AL coming on to talk about his new album, "SAFARI AL FORNITES AT THE SCALLOPS HOTEL: The First Orange Tree Was Planted in my Room." They also talked about his family's background in art, as well as the Ruby Yacht.

Follow Safari Al @alexanderkollman and find his music on Spotify - S.AL

The album comes out on May 23.

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

On this episode of BPN, Josh comes on to discuss his perspectives on the new "abnormal" life we're all adjusting to. Josh and Dom also got to chat about him finishing his undergraduate studies at Fordham University, him joining the New York National Guard as an Officer, and FLOW, the Filipino organization he founded at Fordham to do good for the NY community.

Follow Josh @castillonaire @chill.ionaire

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music & Production by Josh

Cover Art by @jstnprlt & @alcantaradominick

On this episode of BPN, VP of Digital Marketing at Columbia Records & Sony Music, John Vincent comes on to chat with Dom about his role in the music industry at such a vital time. They also talked about his move from the Philippines to the States, Knicks fandom, and rap music. John Vincent and Dom share the same sentiment about propelling talented Filipinos into the global spotlight, something they spoke about heavily.

Don't forget to follow/subscribe wherever you're listening, and share the show to your peers if you like what you here.

Follow John Vincent @johnvince

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by Ruiijikun @ruiijikun

Cover Art by Justin Peralta @jstnprlt

On this episode of BPN, we have the Bad Decisions crew - Angelo, Ninyo, and Meme G. They talked about the Wednesday night weekly shit show that is Bad Decisions Wednesday, running now for seven years. Tune in to hear everybody's stories and memories from the iconic Wednesday night.

Follow Bad Decisions @baddecisionssmellgood

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Co-hosted by Cher Lui Pio @cherluipio

Music by Ruiijikun

On this episode of BPN, Ninyo & Meme G of BASTARD join Dom and Cher to talk about their brand, their inspirations, and the progression of streetwear over the years. 

Follow Ninyo @ninyofrias & Meme @memegomez & BASTARD @basedbastard

Music by Gene @gene.reyel

Cover Art by @jstnprlt & @alcantaradominick

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara & Cher Lui Pio @alcantaradominick @cherluipio

On this episode of BPN, Hubey makes his first appearance on the pod to chat with Dom about school, design, menu and product reviews, and empathy. Tune in to hear about so many different things that I think all creatives can benefit from, no matter where you're at in your career.

Follow Hubey! @hubey @nosylibrarian

Music by MANTRABLU @mantrabluu

Cover Art by Justin Peralta @jstnprlt

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

On this episode of BPN, Jess makes her second appearance on the pod to join Dom in talking about how she's handling quarantine. We talked about food, exercise, mental health, and some ideas she has to keep everybody from losing their sanity while stuck indoors. We also encourage you all to shower seven times a day.

Follow Jess! @justknowingyou

Thanks again for tuning in, don't forget to subscribe/follow and share the podcast. Stay safe everybody.

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Cover Art by Justin Peralta @jstnprlt

Music by Ruiijikun @ruiijikun

On this episode of BPN, we're quarantined with Justin Peralta, making his second appearance on the show. Justin and I came on to chat about a series of thoughts he had which he tweeted and then posted on Instagram, where it went slightly viral in his DMs. The question is, what is normal? Everybody wants COVID-19 to end so we can return to normal, but what exactly does that mean?

Follow Justin @jstnprlt on Instagram & Twitter

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara

Music by Castillonaire @castillonaire

Cover Art by Justin Peralta

On this episode of BPN we have Adrian Go, a Registered Nurse at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Harlem, who is also one of the leaders here at The Barangay. Adrian comes on the podcast to go into detail about how the virus is being handled in New York, Manila, and other cities around the world. The virus is getting serious, and we hope everybody is doing their best to remain indoors and follow the rules of whatever situation you're in. Please wear a mask, practice good hand hygiene, and eat properly. Be well everybody, thanks for tuning in.

Follow Adrian @_yoooadrian

Music by GENE @gene.reyel

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

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On this episode of BPN, we have Cal of STEADY joining us to discuss how he climbed the ranks of streetwear and culture, from a teenager on sneaker forums to an ad agency art director, all while running STEADY. Cal dropped some serious gems on this episode, we hope you like what you hear!

Follow Cal! @fiftycalibers Follow STEADY! @steadyus

As always, please follow and subscribe to the podcast wherever you’re listening, and give us a positive review if you like what you hear! Don’t forget to share the pod too. Thanks everybody for tuning in!

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by Ruiijikun @ruiijikun

Artwork by @fiftycalibers

On this episode of BPN, Dominick is joined by Angelito (@angelito.ice) a singer/songwriter, model, and fitness instructor. We covered everything in Angel's modeling career, his career as a musician, and our mutual struggles with mental illness while we work in the same industry. We had a lot of fun catching up on this episode, hope you enjoy!

Follow Angelito on Instagram and Twitter: @angelito.ice

Thanks to ASPACE Philippines for letting me record at Astbury in Poblacion!

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by Angelito

Don't forget to follow, subscribe, and share the podcast wherever you're listening! Much appreciated! Thanks everybody.

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On this episode of BPN, rapper Waiian comes on to talk about his career as an artist, tell stories about his life in Manila, dealing with fame, and his creative workflow. Waiian is also a part of Kartellem, one of Manila's most promising groups in hip-hop.

Follow Waiian! Instagram @whywaiian Soundcloud & Spotify - Waiian

Music by Kartellem's Ruiijikun @ruiijikun on Instagram, Soundcloud, & Spotify

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick & Mhar Udarbe @mharugaming

Produced by Dominick Alcantara

Don't forget to subscribe/follow the podcast wherever you're listening, and tell your fiends to check us out!

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On this episode of BPN, Paolo Del Castillo comes on to interview me! It's your boy, your host, Dominick Alcantara coming at you with a belated birthday episode. We talked about my modeling career, my photography career, and more origin stories of Barangay. 

Follow me! Follow Paolo! @alcantaradominick @paolodelcastillo

Don't forget to subscribe/follow the podcast, share it with your friends, give us a positive review and all that. Thanks for tuning in!

Produced by Dominick Alcantara

Music by GENE @gene.reyel

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On this episode of Barangay Podcast Network, we have longtime friend of the pod Lucien Formichella. Lucien is a stand-up comic, a comedy writer, a journalist, an editor, a lover of meats, and a former garbage-man. He and Dom go way back, since their freshman year of college. So they talked about everything going on in Lucien's life, their shared stories from over the years, and talked about everybody's favorite problematic holiday: Thanksgiving.

Follow Lucien for more articles, random tweets, weight loss secrets, and more!

Instagram: @djrevolucien Twitter: @lucien_form

Don't forget to subscribe/follow the podcast, and if you like what you hear, leave us a positive review! Thanks for tuning in.

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by GENE @gene.reyel

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On this episode of BPN, underground hip-hop producer Free the Robotscomes on the show to talk about his new album Datu. We also got to chat about the beginnings of LA's hip-hop scene, his experiences in Manila, and what his creative mindset is like as an artist.

Check out his new album Datu. If you like what you hear, he's also doing a vinyl release of the album, which you can find on his website: freetherobots.org 

Follow Free the Robots on all platforms! @freetherobots

Don't forget to subscribe or follow the podcast wherever you're listening, and leave us a review if you can. Share the pod to your friends! Thanks.

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by Free the Robots

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On this episode of BPN, Exitpost comes on to talk about his new album "Two Dreamers" as well as his process of making music, his identity as a mixed Japanese-American, and his recent "Parasite" remix that's gaining media traction around the world.

Follow Exitpost @exitpost on Instagram, Twitter, Spotify, and Soundcloud!

Don't forget to follow/subscribe wherever you're listening, and also give us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Music by @Exitpost

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

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On this episode of BPN we have Akinyemi, a damn good rapper who does voice acting as a side hustle. Yemi and Dom talked about some memories they share together, outlooks on life as a creative, rap music, and more.

As always, we're available streaming on all podcast platforms, including Spotify, Anchor, and Apple Podcasts.

Intro Music: "Seaworld" by Akinyemi

Outro Music: "I Feel" by Akinyemi

Give Yemi a follow @akinyeminyc and stream his music on Spotify!

Hosted, Produced, & Designed by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

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On this episode of BPN, Brandon Barcena came on to talk about his life in photographer, the developments of Calgary's creative community, and what emotional support can mean to an artist.

Follow Brandon @portraitsbybrandon and also follow his vintage store @twohanded.vintage !!

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Photo is by Jay! @jay_avilla / Story photo is by @josepalanca / Content by Dominick Alcantara

Music is GENE @gene.reyel

Please be sure to follow/subscribe, leave a rating if you can wherever you're listening.

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On this episode of BPN, Dom is joined by Gerome Ventura, an architect, 3D animator, and photographer. They talked primarily about the architecture field and Gerome's experiences in all of his mediums.

Follow all of Gerome's accounts! @g.romeee for his photography and other photo works! @g.rom3d for his 3D works!

Hosted & Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by GENE @gene.reyel

Tim Lopez! We talked about film photography, his work as a photo assistant, life in New York, and we even got interrupted by a rice cooker. Doesn't get much more Pinoy than that. 

Follow Tim on Instagram @jalatimyo and on Twitter @jalafilmyo.

Hosted and produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music on this episode is by MANTRABLU @mantrabluu on Instagram, @mantrablu on Twitter

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On EPISODE 008 of BPN, Dom is joined by Jay Avilla, a photographer, dancer, and all-around great personality from Calgary, Canada. Dom and Jay talked about Jay's beginnings as a dancer, his beginnings as a photographer, and the current creative revolution happening in Calgary. 

You can find Jay on Instagram or Twitter @jay_avilla. 

Hosted and Produced by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music on this episode is by GENE from Brisbane, Australia @gene.reyel

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On this episode of the BPN, Dom is joined by Jess (@justknowingyou) as she called in from Melbourne, Australia. Some topics they got to cover include Jess' first solo exhibit in Melbourne, her experiences in switching fields from health sciences to graphic design, her works as a photographer, her personal brand, and much more.

Give Jess a follow on Instagram @justknowing you.

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Artwork is by @justknowingyou

Music on today's episode is by @MANTRABLU

Thank you! 

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On this episode of BPN, Dom is joined by music producer Mark Redito. Mark started as a musician in the Philippines, but he eventually moved to Los Angeles where his career took off. Dom and Mark talked about life on tour, the creative process, teaching workshops, some memories they share, and so much more.

Follow Mark on Instagram and Twitter @markredito

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by MANTRABLU! Follow him on Twitter @mantrablu and on Instagram @mantrabluu

Photo and artwork by Dominick Alcantara

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On this episode of BPN, Dom is joined by Justin Peralta, a photographer and overall visual artist. They discussed society, philosophy, technology, Puerto Rico, and of course photography.  

Follow Justin on Instagram and Twitter @jstnprlt 

Follow @pixelsovermatter and check out Justin's IG face filters! 

MUSIC PRODUCER OF THE WEEK: GENE @gene.reyel from Brisbane, Australia 

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick 

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On this episode of BPN, Dom is joined by Lancer Casem (@LANSUH) a photographer and DJ based in Detroit, Michigan. Together they talked about what it takes to be a DJ, how her heritage inspires her work, and how she continuously juxtaposes her life from the Philippines with her current life in America.

Follow her on Instagram (@LANSUH) and on Twitter (@LANSUH_)

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by GENE (@gene.reyel)

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On this episode of BPN, Dom is joined by mixed media artist Paolo Del Castillo to speak about everything from anime, to photography, to childhood as an immigrant in America. Paolo is based in Queens, NY. He's a full-time commercial photographer, with backgrounds in fine art as an illustrator and painter.

Follow him on Instagram (@paolodelcastillo) and on Twitter (@barangayboi) or check out his website, paolodelcastillo.com

Hosted by Dominick Alcantara @alcantaradominick

Music by Josh Castillon @castillonaire

Artwork by Hubey Razon @concevoircreative

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Here's a short introduction of who we are, what we do, and what to expect from the future episodes of the show. Thanks for tuning in! Hosted by Dominick Alcantara - @alcantaradominick. Music by Josh Castillon - @castillonaire.

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