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Who is Kuya Istilo? Meet The Fil-Am Fashion Enigma We Never Saw Coming
You must be just as curious to figure out who is this man with that good hair, dripped out in all of this fashion, rocking the barong Tagalog in non-traditional ways? Or you’ve probably told yourself, “I wish I could wear that or I could never rock that outfit."
BreakING the Mold | Dear Flor’s Journey to Bringing Filipino Tastes to Cannabis
Lisa Angulo Reid and Brian Reid are breaking the mold with Dear Flor, by creating the first cannabis gummies celebrating Filipino culture and flavors like ube, calamansi, mango and buko pandan.
Behind the Spotlight | How FilAm Founder Evegail Andal and Matter Media Group Are Shaping the Future of Influencer Talent
To learn more about what a talent manager and agency is, we sat with Evegail Andal, the CEO and Founder of Matter Media Group.
On Tour with Keith Pedro & Friends | Filipino Comedy's Rising Stars Light Up the Stage
Keith Pedro is a Filipino-Canadian, JUNO Awards nominated comedian, actor and producer known for being featured on Russell Peters’ Roast Battle Canada.
Reimagining Downtown SF: SOMA Pilipinas’ Filipino Art and Innovation Power a Cultural Comeback
There are over 30 murals and public arts by Fil-Am artists in The SF SOMA area. These artworks live sprinkled throughout the district’s walls, crosswalks, and spaces.
There is no such thing as Off-Season | The Year-Round Hustle with Cris Gopez and Fil Nation Select’s Mission to Bring Filipino Athletes Front and Center
Basketball season has come to a close, but for Fil-Nation Select, it’s basketball season all day, every day. In fact, if it has anything to do with sports, Coach Cris Gopez gets no breaks! There is no such thing as an “off season” for him.
FilAM Wide Receiver Johnny Wilson’s Journey to the NFL
In the upcoming NFL season, one Filipino-American will be going pro! Johnny Wilson, wide receiver, was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round, number 185 overall.
A Legacy Continues | FilAM Sebastian Margate's Triumph at the NBTC
Sebastian Margate is the only son of former basketball player Sunny Margate, aka “Mr. Intangible”, who played professional basketball in the Philippines from 1998 to the early 2000’s.
Savoring Success | How Jake Deleon of Fila Manila Took Filipino Flavors to the Masses
Fila Manila represents the next generation of Filipino-American flavors. The company launched in November 2020, growing revenue from $6,000 to $50,000 to $400,000 in just two years!
From Manila to Sydney | Yona Signo's Journey to Empowering MOMS in Business
With the help of technology, we are able to work with people across the globe. There are more opportunities for us to obtain help, while creating jobs for those we would not have been able to prior to technology. Have you ever heard of a virtual assistant?
Get to know Big Strong John | The Filipino Purple Wiggle
Did you know that the Purple Wiggle is Filipino? His character, “Big Strong John,” is focused on health, fitness, and being strong and resilient.
From Eagle Rock to Sacramento | FIlAM Jessica Caloza ignites change in the 2024 Californa State Assembly Race
Did you know that there is a Filipina running for Assembly in the State of California? Jessica Caloza is running for Assembly District 52, which is the heart of Los Angeles.
Filipino-Americans in the Rap Game
Filipino-American culture has continued to evolve as more and more Filipinos continue to cross the Pacific Ocean. Through American influence, Filipinos were introduced to diverse music styles ranging from disco, rock, and even rap. Here’s a list of more artists in the rap game.
Get to Know Alicia Tapia, Founder of Pop-Up Bike Library Bibliobicicleta
Dr. Alicia Tapia is a Filipina-Mexicana educator, researcher, school librarian, and founder of Bibliobicicleta. If you are in the Bay Area, you may have seen her riding around town. You certainly can’t miss her! Bibliobicicleta is a pop-up bike library that can hold up to 100 books in tow.
Filipino Flavors Aloha Style | A Culinary Journey Through Hawaii's Top FilAM Chefs
Aloha foodies! Back in 2017, Anthony Bourdain proclaimed Filipino food to be “the next big thing”. We’ve arrived! Filipino food has been gaining traction and mainstream appeal. We’re seeing Filipino-American chefs represented on the Food Network and Netflix.
Here are 6 Fil-Am chefs to start your food crawl on your next visit to the islands. It’s not a proper vacation if food trips aren’t involved.
10 Things to Know about Pro Golfer Allisen Corpuz
Allisen Corpuz is a professional golfer who competes on the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour. By winning the 78th U.S. Women’s Open, Corpuz made history at the 2023 LPGA Tour! Corpuz was the first American to win the U.S. Women’s Open since Brittany Lang in 2016. Not to mention, she is the champion who took home the largest prize to date!
11 Things About FilAm MLB Rookie Anthony Volpe
Anthony Volpe is a 22 year old Filipino-American, professional baseball shortstop, selected by the New York Yankees in the first round as the 30th overall pick during the 2019 Major League Baseball (MLB) draft.
In honor of him rocking the #11 on his jersey, here are 11 facts about the New York Yankees rookie.
Our Fave FilAm Lifestyle Influencers to Follow on Social Media
Being a social media influencer is not easy. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and patience to build a following. But for those who are passionate about creating content and engaging with their audience, it can be a rewarding and fulfilling career path. Here are some of the top Filipino-American lifestyle influencers to follow on social media.
10 Things to Know about Sheila Lirio Marcelo
Sheila Lirio Marcelois co-founder and CEO of Proof of Learn, a company with a global mission to provide accessible, high-quality education in next-generation technology through a learn and earn protocol. Here are 10 things to know about Sheila Lirio Marcelo, who continues to inspire and lead in the technology and business world.
7 FilAm Sustainable Fashion Designers To Have On Your Radar
With Earth Day among us, we should take a moment to reflect on how we can be a part of the green revolution. Fast fashion is out of fashion! It’s one of the biggest contributors to pollution. If you want to put your money where your mouth is, here are 7 Filipino-American designers that are responsibly driving activism through creativity, passion, and purpose.