2022 Recap 2023 Restart with Anton & Spanky! Happy New Year! Finally, we are back after the hectic and busy reopening in Manila on the last half of 2022. We talk about the latest happenings at the start of 2023 and at the same time reminisce on the memorable moments of 2022. Listen as we talked about: Antonio's PGA Cars Hotel Okura's Yawaragi Buffe…

Anton Diaz & Spanky Enriquez discusses the latest happenings as we move forward with a new government: • The BBM Cabinet // Erwin Tulfo as DSWD secretary and Mayor Christina G. Frasco as Department of Tourism • The New Clark City & Sports Program under Duterte Administration • The Success of Pop-Up Markets and how home-based food entrepreneur can t…

Anton & Spanky discuss the Long Hot Summer and Social Media's Sizzling Trends.Av Anton Diaz

Anton & Spanky discuss the excitement of the 1st of March as the start of Covid Alert Level 1 in Manila and what to expect this summer in Manila.Av Anton Diaz

As Manila lowers down its Alert Level 2, we can now go out and celebrate Valentines day with our loved ones in our favorite restaurants in Manila! Anton & Spanky discuss what are the new trends and protocols during this love month.Av Anton Diaz

In this first episode of 2022, Anton & Spanky discussed what happened during the Omicron in Manila and how it affected the food and lifestyle scene. As we move on from Omicron, we welcome the New Year of the Water Tiger to signal new hope for the country.Av Anton Diaz

The Manila Podcast Season 4 Yearender Episode features The Choice 2021 of our Favorite Restaurants, Home-Based Food, and People in the Food Industry in Manila! In the second part of the episode, we countdown to our favorite restaurants of 2021 in Manila! Thank you to all the 21,967 podcast listeners with a total of 25,395 downloads over the past 4 …

The Manila Podcast Season 4 Yearender Episode features The Choice 2021 of our Favorite Restaurants, Home-Based Food, and People in the Food Industry in Manila! In the first part of the episode, we also discusses the Marvin Agustin Cochi Controversy and the Ninyo Cuisine issue. Thank you to all the 21,967 podcast listeners with a total of 25,395 dow…

Anton & Spanky discusses the post-game analysis on what it takes to win in the Ultimate Taste Test! Listen on as we reminisce on what happened in the 19th Edition of the longest running taste event #UTT2021 in the country today. We invite you to join the 20th Edition of the Ultimate Taste Test 2022 on November 2022.…

Anton & Spanky discussed the latest happening in Manila now under Alert Level 2 and what to expect at the Ultimate Taste Test 2021. For the past 13 years, Our Awesome Planet’s “Ultimate Taste Test” has been the incubator and launching platform for many of today’s most popular and influential food entrepreneurs. All of them started out as home busin…

Anton & Spanky talk about the Pink Phenomenon of Vice President Leni and why we think Leni Lobredo will win in the May 2022 Elections in the Philippines.Av Anton Diaz

The Foodie Side of Atty. Chel diokno Childhood memories: favorite food/restaurant ~ Was senator jose diokno a foodie too? Present day: favorite restaurant/s and favorite dishes Family: Is atty. Chel a cook as well as a foodie? ~ What does he cook, or enjoy to have with his family at home? How did they adjust to the pandemic? Favorite dessert/s? Fav…

Anton & Spanky continue to discuss what's happening in the lifestyle scene of Manila as the lockdown is extended until Sept. 7. It's also the end of Aughost, and the start of the BER Christmas season in Manila. At the end, we discuss about Anton's birthday insights. • More MECQ • #RestoLove • Vaxed Dating • Mario’s 50th Anniversary • The Davaonovel…

Join us as we talk about the Angst of August with Anton Diaz of Our Awesome Planet and Spanky Enriquez Topics: - Commission on Audit - Pacquiao's Last Fight? - New Food Discoveries - Entertainment Recos - The Divorce Bill - MECQ = ECQ2Av Anton Diaz

Anton and Spanky discusses different ways to share love and good vibes from home on the 2nd Week of ECQ.Av Anton Diaz

It's ECQ Again! Anton & Spanky discusses about what to do, what to eat, what to watch during the latest Manila Lockdown.Av Anton Diaz

Manila Podcast S03 E15 HALFTIME: How's Your First Half of 2021? Let's recap the first half of 2021 ~ Food, vaccines, life in general For comments, suggestions and collaborations, email anton@ourawesomeplanet.comAv Anton Diaz

THE LEGACY OF PNOY How will History judge our 15th President? A BRIEF ORAL HISTORY OF PNOY 0:00 : Congratulations to Lechon Diva Dedet de la Fuente for opening Pepita’s Kitchen in Resorts World Las Vegas 10:30 : Photography Legend Mark Floro and the tale of his flight to SFO via PAL 12:30 : Stories about Noynoy Aquino…

We talked about how we are celebrating Father's Day in Manila, where can we go with our kids during the pandemic, and Mc Donald's BTS successful BTS campaign in Manila!Av Anton Diaz

Anton and Spanky talks about the coming of age of the Filipino and why the next Presidential election is crucial for the future of the Filipino Gen Z! There are three critical factors for the success of the elections: 1). Registration of the Gen Z aged 18 above (until hard deadline of Sept. 30 by the Comelec) 2). The massive online influence of the…

BAKUNA BENEFITS!!! Our Optimistic Outlook for June To Vaccine or NOT to Vaccine? Anton & Spanky discusses why you should and why we are optimistic this June :)Av Anton Diaz

Listen to Manila Podcast Season 3 Episode 10 as we discuss how Chef Restaurateurs are fighting for the Food & Beverage Industry in Manila with Chef Myke Tatung of Simpol fame and Chef Mike Santos of Nanka Restaurant. You'll learned a lot on what it takes to survive and thrive during these difficult times which could last for the next one and a half…

Anton & Spanky discusses our Mother's Day guide focusing on restaurant that re-opens for 10% indoor dining + alfresco dining setup. As we welcome the Month of May we continue to reflect on the challenges of the quarantine, the social media divide and resilient burnout.Av Anton Diaz

Anton & Spanky talk about community pantry and the impact of Enhanced Community Quarantine to the food industry. They give their recos for safe, fun & satisfying Celebrations featuring the Hotel Restaurants offering their food for delivery for your next summer celebrations.Av Anton Diaz

In this episode, Anton & Spanky discusses the new heroes in the war against Covid 19 in Manila last April 9 Day of Valor Celebration. We talked about what's happening in Manila and the latest rants and raves in the food industry.Av Anton Diaz

In this Manila Podcast Episode Anton and Spanky discussed their Top 5 new food delivery discoveries this first quarter of 2021. This will be a regular segment on The Manila Podcast to promote home-based food entrepreneurs, restaurants and cloud kitchen to continue their food delivery businesses to thrive in a post-pandemic reality. Here’s a summary…

This is our first GINUMAN Session with Kalel Demetrio of Agimat GIN, a premium gin by the Agimat at Ugat Foraging Bar and Kitchen group. It was awesome to know the origin story and how Agimat gin is made direct from Liquido Maestro himself. Make sure to get your beautiful Agimat gin bottle for this quarantine season.…

SUMMER 2021: What to Expect and Where to Go! + Vaccines, Clubhouse, Valentines Day/ Chinese New Year Update with Anton Diaz & Spanky Enriquez Show Notes: 00:00 Introduction / Kamustahan • What happened during the Chinese New Year / Valentines Weekend • Covid Impact to the Hospitality Industry in Manila • Battle of the Generations Gen X vs. Millenni…

Celebrating Chinese New Year, Valentines & Observing Lent in Manila 00:00 Resolution of the Tiktok Resto Controversy 16:00 Introduction to the Chinese New Year, Valentines and Preparing for Lent Long Weekend 19:00 How to Celebrate Chinese New Year in a Manila? Dine-in vs. Take Home Lauriat Feast with the family 28:10 The Legend of Bambi's Kitchen a…

JANUARY 2021 is Over? How are We? IS IT A PRANK OR IS IT A CRIME? Influencers and their Viral Aspirations 00:00 This is the end of January 2021 episode which is a recap of what happened in life in Manila during this pandemic. 19:30 Main Debate: Is it a Prank or Is it a Crime? Here's the background of the Tiktok Resto Prank Controversyl: https://www…

The Manila Podcast 2021 Predictions by Anton & Spanky 00:00 Welcome and Recap of Ultimate Taste Test 2020 00:08 Introduction of 2021 Predictions: Manila Re-Opening 00:12 #1: Gen Z will vote become more influential and vote the next President of the Philippines 00:25 #2: Monday Food Trips and Roadtrip to Off the Beaten Path is the new gimmick. 00:32…

How to Build an Online Brand in 2021 PLUS: Ultimate Taste Test 2020! 00:00 Kamustahan / Introduction Covid Situation in Manila 13:20 How to Build an Online Brand in 2021 Background Context of the Class Introduction of the speakers - Cat and Richie Register here: http://bit.ly/awesomeschool (₱500 fee) 33:00 The Story of Ultimate Taste Test 2020 Back…

FAMILY REUNIONS: Safe Guide to the Holidays + Top 10 Classic Restaurants! 00:00 How to Celebrate Family Reunions this Christmas? (A Safe Guide to the Holidays) • Do a Zoom Noche Buena with the same food (Order Early) • Quarantine 7 days before or do a PCR or Antigen test before meeting face-to-face during Noche Buena • Hear Online Mass Together as …

"OUR CHRISTMAS PRESENT" Moving On and Moving Forward Towards a Safe Christmas in 2020 00:00 Kamustahan Reminiscences about Christmas Past and updates on what's keeping The Diaz Family and Spanky busy. 13:30 Dating, Flirting, & Dining in 2020 Is it safe to go out on Dates now, and what are the best options for Romantic Dining in the New Normal? 32:0…

The Manila Pod THE BRIDGE EPISODE: We cross over and transition to an even more hopeful Season 2. Season 1 was recorded during the ECQ, from March to May, and it was all about adjusting and coping with Covid. Our next, which coincides with the onset of the ‘Ber Months, will be an optimistic outlook on how we’re all looking forward to better and bri…

EPISODE #8: LOOKING FORWARD TO MOVING FORWARD Anton, Rache, and Spanky discuss the efforts of the Restaurant Industry to overcome the severe challenges of a summer in quarantine; the surprising surge of home-based food businesses; and the controversy that’s shaken the reputation of the so-called “influencers”: The Spaghetti Scandal Episode Outline:…

Anton, Rache, and Spanky talk about the Power of Positivity during these days, and why it's so important for Mental Health-- which boosts our Physical Strength. Spread Hope and Faith instead of Sharing Fake News and Rumors!!! "Yes, The Filipino Can". We discuss the intrinsic resiliency of our nation, and how this will help us all bounce back starti…

Anton, Rache, and Spanky talk about how the Quarantine has allowed us to get to spend more time with our families~ in particular, our Mothers, and why we consider it such an awesome privilege. We discuss how restaurants will bounce back over the next few months, and how we can help by launching EAT MNL. And since we already feel like Castaways afte…

S01 Bonus Episode : Now, more than ever, couples are meeting and falling in love ... online. We talk about the pros and cons of Dating Apps, from Tinder to Bumble and even . . . Facebook! Spanky explains all the drama of LDRs to Anton and Rache, and how all this relates to Crash Landing On You! plus: we talk about our wishlist for future guests on …

How will things change once the ECQ is lifted? We're certain we will all still love good food... but How? Anton and Spanky talk about the spike in Food Deliveries, then dream about their priority food trips once we all can go out again! Episode Outline: 0:00 : Kamustahan: Manila ECQ Update 7:30 : Easter Monday Madness~ why did so many people break …

How did you and your family spend Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, when no one could do a Visita Iglesia and there were no prayerful processions? The Filipino once again proved indomitable with Online Masses and Rosary Reunions via Zoom. Anton and Spanky talk about what they miss most about Holy Week, and how Covid-19 has strengthened our Faith. Ha…

How has it been for you and your loved ones these past weeks? Anton and Spanky talk about how best to live life with continued optimism during the lockdown: from taking care of seniors and children, maintaining a positive attitude, and tips and activities on how to beat the lockdown blues. We Will Win, Philippines!!! Note: (Recorded during the 19th…

What are Podcasts and why now is the best time to start listening to these sources of information and entertainment and positivity. Introducing The Manila Podcast!!! Our premiere episode discusses this new era of "Movies for your Ears" and the reasons why you should start tuning in.Av Anton Diaz