In this heartfelt short episode, I reflect on Mother’s Day and share personal memories of my mom, who passed away in 2018. Growing up in the Philippines, we didn’t have much, but my mom understood the value of education and invested...

Why is May named after a Roman goddess? What’s the real story behind May Day? And did you know May wasn't always lucky for weddings?In this episode of Kiss My Mike, we uncover five surprising and fascinating facts about the mont...

In this episode of Kiss My Mike, I dive into why Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle has captured my heart and hope as a potential future pope. As a queer Filipino, seeing someone who not only shares my heritage but also speaks with compassion and incl...

As a queer Filipino American who believes in Christ, I’ve had a complicated but deeply personal journey with faith. Today, I want to reflect on Pope Francis — what he’s done, what he represents, and what it all means to people like me.Fr...

In this episode, I open up about what Easter means to me as an LGBTQ Filipino American and a Christian. How does being LGBTQ shape my experience of Christianity? What challenges and joys come with holding these identities together—e...