Happy New Year, podpals!

We’re stepping into 2026 by asking a deceptively simple question: Is mysticism actually good for you?

In this episode of The Telebabad Tapes, we sit down with energy practitioner and martial artist David Montecillo to talk about the bright promises and darker corners of modern woo. We unpack how narcissism sneaks into spiritual spaces, why “healing” can sometimes become a performance, and how indigenous practices have found new life among Gen Z seekers.

Expect grounded insights, skeptical laughter, and plenty of thoughtful sidebars as we navigate belief, ego, and the human need for meaning.

Get comfortable, grab your favorite crystals, sip on your cacao, and tune in, dear listeners.

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Hello, podpals! It’s Halloween once again—our favorite time of the year! 🎃

And yes, despite a stressful and controversial October here in the Philippines, All Hallow’s Eve is still something worth celebrating.

In this extra-generous episode, you’ll get:

• A first listen to Narda’s brand-new Halloween rap single “Together Aswang.”

• Two interviews with Wincy about the craft of writing horror and his debut novel The Indio & The Impaler, where our national hero José Rizal faces off against Count Dracula!

Enjoy the spooky season, dearest listeners. Mwahahaha! 🦇

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Podpals, in this special episode we mark a year since our beloved co-host Cj has transitioned. We sit down with her father, Jojo de Silva, for a candid and moving conversation about what made Cj such a remarkable daughter, friend, and artist—and how he continues to live with the weight of grief.

As a bonus, we also talk to Carlo Cielo, Cj’s org-mate from UP Fine Arts, who shares memories of her positivity, kindness, and reflections on the randomness of death.

This episode is both a remembrance and a testament to the love and light Cj left behind.

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