Adobo Yarn
Anna Manlulo, Razel Navarro
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The podcast is about navigating the migrant life as Filipinos in Australia, discussing culture, food, experiences and adventures. "Adobo" represents the rich and layered nature of the human experience. Just like adobo can be adapted with different ingredients and methods, our lives are a blend of diverse influences made rich through the stories and culture that we bring and the new traditions that we create.
"Yarn" symbolises the sharing of stories and experiences. We are weaving a narrative together, connecting with each other through the threads of our personal histories and perspectives.”
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Recent Episodes
Ep 28 - The Pinoy Pivot: Navigating Career Changes in Oz
"Did I move across the world just to start from zero?"This is most migrants' story! We move across oceans for many different reasons, and starting from scratch is almost always, the default mode.…
Ep 27 - 2026 is the New 2016: The trend, the nostalgia then the chika
"We're talking about Filipino migration to Australia, Gen Z trends on TikTok, and our lives as Filipino Australians in Sydney back in 2016."Is your feed looking a little… 2016 lately? If you’re…
Ep 26 - New Year Goals, Side Quests, and the Balik Alindog Era
Happy 2026, Adobo Yarn Fam! 🥂We are kicking off the year with our very first episode of 2026, and we’re diving straight into the New Year headspace. Are you the type to write a list of resolutions on…
Ep 25 - Adobo Yarn Wrapped 2025 and a big THANK YOU!
We’re ending 2025 with a major milestone: pull up a chair and join us at Taguan Cafe in Sydney because Episode 25 is officially our very first video episode! Amidst the buzz of the brunch crowd and…
Ep 24 - From Noche Buena to the Backyard BBQ: Our Hybrid Christmas Story
Before the busyness of December take over, get ready for a holiday episode that's as rich and complex as a slice of Queso de Bola paired with sweet and ripe Australian mangoes! Hosts Anna and Razel…
Ep 23 - The Interstate Adobo Yarn - From Laneways to Highlands and the Coast
Welcome back to the Adobo Yarn road trip! After cruising through NSW and ACT in Part 1 (Episode 20), Anna and Razel realised they only covered a fraction of this massive continent. In this episode,…
Ep 22 - The Price of Nostalgia: Are We Undervaluing Our Own Cuisine?
The food world is buzzing! Following the historic first Michelin Guide selection for the Philippines complete with two stars, one star, and multiple Bib Gourmand awards, we dive into what this…
Ep 21 - Undas, Halloween, and Migrant Ghosts
What happens to treasured traditions when you move halfway across the world? Anna and Razel discuss the Filipino rituals of Undas—All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day—and share the heartfelt memories…
Ep 20 - Ganda ng Sydney and beyond. Road trip with a side of adobo yarn
Hop in, mga bes! In this episode, Anna and Razel are trading their usual backyard chika for a road trip adventure across New South Wales (and a bit of ACT!). We're putting on our tour guide hats and…
Ep 19 - Skyflakes & stethoscopes: our health as Filipino migrants
In this episode, we're talking about health from a Filipino perspective. When you feel under the weather, who do you call first? Your doctor, or your Lola (Lolo, Tita or Nanay) with their trusted…
Ep 18 - From Ukay-ukay to Op Shops: The Art of the Purge
Spring is here and it's time for a reset! Ready to tackle that overwhelming pile of clutter? In this episode, Anna and Razel get brutally honest and confess their personal hoarding habits. Anna…
Ep 17 - Adobo, BBQs and Dads
Papa, Dad, Tatay. In the tapestry of our lives, our fathers are the strong threads that hold everything together. This episode tells a tale of two Father's Days, separated by sea and several months…
Ep 16 - Adobo Standards and Fave Eats
In this episode, Anna and Razel take listeners on a delicious journey through Australia's Filipino food scene. They share their favourite picks for Filipino restaurants in Sydney, from hidden gems to…
Ep 15 - Menopause & The "We Do Not Care" Movement
Join Razel and Anna for a raw and intimate yarn into the often-misunderstood world of menopause, sharing their personal journeys and the experiences of women around them. In this candid conversation,…
Ep 14 - The Balikbayan Journey: Old Memories, New Realities
What's it like to be a balikbayan? Join Anna and Razel as they chat about the balikbayan experience, exploring what it truly means to be a Filipino migrant returning home. This episode travels from…
Ep 13 - Aussie Slang: Our Migrant Guide to "Straya"
Confused by "Maccas"? Baffled by "bush tucker"? Anna and Razel spill the beans on Aussie slang! In this episode, your favourite migrant hosts share their funniest encounters and biggest revelations…
Ep 12 - Bahay Kubo: A Symbol of Resilience and Heritage
Part of our tribute and celebration of June as PH Independence Month, join Anna and Razel for a fun and reflective journey into the iconic Bahay Kubo. More than just a simple nipa hut, this humble…
Ep 11 - More Than a Monument: Filipino Heroes Across Generations
Did you know that the Philippines was sold for US$20M through the 1898 Treaty of Paris??? As the Philippines and Filipino communities around the world prepares to celebrate Independence Day on June…
Ep 10 - Don't sweep at night and other wild Pinoy oddities
Ever wonder why you shouldn't cut your nails at night? Or why dropping a spoon means a female visitor? Anna and Razel are here to unravel the mysteries (and outright absurdities!) of superstitions in…
Ep 9 - The Language of Love: A Mother's Day Conversation
In this episode, Anna and Razel open their hearts as they reminisce about their own mothers and the carers who shaped their childhood and share their unique experiences as mums raising families in…
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Adobo Yarn has published 29 episodes since January 2025, covering topics in Arts, Food.
Adobo Yarn is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 42m.
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