The Room 5E3

Gen-Z: the most unserious, serious people expected to change the world?!

Thu, 14 May 2026 06:35:29 GMT

In this episode, I talk about why I almost ended up applying to Ateneo Law, what it’s been like spending my first semester at NYU surrounded by some of the most brilliant yet deeply unserious people I’ve ever met, and how being here has slowly reshaped the way I think about ambition, career, and the kind of work I want to pursue moving forward.

BIG SISTER ADVICE: kung magaling, malambing!

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT

First big sister advice session: To choose love or ambition? Choose the love that supports your ambition. It doesn't have to be two different options. Let's talk about it!

Yearner ba ako?!

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:59:12 GMT

To yearn or not to yearn? I’m not against it -- provided you know how to do it!

On my different attachment styles

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:11:19 GMT

I took a quiz and found out I have a secure attachment style — though it can vary depending on who I’m with, the dynamic, and what gets activated in the moment.

The Rise of Intellectual Intimacy

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:36:34 GMT

The most profound intimacy that runs deeper than romance. Let's talk about it.

Love triangle?! Press play.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:35:45 GMT

Who would you run to the red door for?!

In this episode I'm breaking down 2025's best romcoms: The Materialists and Eternity. Two different premises, one impossible question: who would you choose?

Philosophy of Love and the Law (Part 2)

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:28:00 GMT

Love turns us into poets, philosophers — and apparently, professors. In this episode, we're taking the question the internet can't stop asking: who is the loved one?

We'll discuss it through two powerful lenses: the philosophy of love and the law. Part 2 asks what it truly means to become of the loved one.

Philosophy of Love and the Law (Part 1)

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:27:00 GMT

Love turns us into poets, philosophers — and apparently, professors. In this episode, we're taking the question the internet can't stop asking: who is the loved one?

We'll discuss it through two powerful lenses: the philosophy of love and the law.

New Beginnings and Starting Again

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT

I'm back!! This episode explores what it means to return to something you once loved, and how distance can bring clarity, allowing you to remember why it mattered in the first place. In moments you forget the reason it brought it to you in the first place, remember the "why".

The Pride in Living

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:43:57 GMT

[Silent upload] For my final episode—probably my favorite—I’ve decided to talk about what I’d tell my 21-year-old self who started this podcast: You'll be okay.

The Pride in Loving (with Roma)

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:43:56 GMT

Pride month special. For my final episode— originally planned as a two-part series— I’ve invited my soul sister, Roma, to join me in a conversation about the pride we find in vulnerability, resilience, and choice.

Passion vs. Priorities vs. Privilege

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 05:51:13 GMT

We're back! Have you ever lost your passion? Or just changed your priorities? Do you have the privilege to pursue your passion and change your priorities? Let's find out in this new episode with a very dear friend of mine, Camille Angeles.

LGBTQIA++ to Conservative Christians: We Don't Want Your Pity

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:31:51 GMT

Dear conservative Christians, either support and accept us or leave us be. We don't want your pity. We don't need "saving".

Let's Talk About Transgender - Kwento with Sace

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 08:37:59 GMT

In celebration of pride month, let's talk about the 'T' in LGBTQIA++

Power and Gender: Leni Robredo

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 10:30:58 GMT

This episode talks about how Vice President Leni Robredo is redefining the gender role in the position of power.

Fck the Patriarchy? Fck Mainstream Feminism

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 03:23:52 GMT

Happy Women's Month! Let's talk about the dangers of mainstream feminism/bourgeoisie feminism/glass-ceiling feminism.

Self-Love Part 3/3 - Valentine's Special

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 11:19:46 GMT

For the marupok people out there: self-love first!

Moving On - Part 2/3 Valentine's Special

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 10:51:25 GMT

Dana and I spilled a little tea on what we think about moving on from our past relationships, former flings, and being ghosted.

Dating - Part 1/3 Valentine's Special

Sun, 06 Feb 2022 10:17:05 GMT

In Part 1, let's talk about dating and why it's a great stage to be in before you commit to a relationship.

Dear Queers - Kwento with Santo

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 14:13:36 GMT

Dear Queers, in this special episode my college constant and I talked about what it means to identify as such, the dating scene as in the community, and learning to embrace your queerness.

2021 Wrap Up

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 00:07:34 GMT

Thank you all for listening to this podcast for the past year! Catch you guys next year with more chika.

Should We Have the Passion for Passion?

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 12:47:17 GMT

In this episode, Anno talks about what happens when passion turns into burnout, letting passion find you, and her little kwento about her own experience with passion.

Sex Education in The Philippines

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 15:04:23 GMT

Despite already having a law (RH Law of 2012) that mandates that schools should have education on reproductive health-- among other mandates-- why aren't the PH schools still not profoundly integrating it into their classes?

Things I've Always Wanted to Ask my Teacher - Kwento with Kevin

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 10:52:54 GMT

Tune in to know the thoughts of a teacher in a school set-up from the perspective of Kevin, one of Anno's former beloved teachers.

Have I Ever Been in Love? - Secret Upload

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 14:05:04 GMT

Secret Episode Upload: Has Anno ever been in love? Find out in this episode her (somewhat) philosophical response to this personal question.

Catch Up Session - Kwento with Dana

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:46:55 GMT

Find out how these two besties (Anno and Dana) finally remembered how they became best friends. Oh! And an exciting short game at the end-- just in case you guys want to get a little sneak peek on Anno and Dana.

The Mind is the Most Powerful Weapon

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:10:43 GMT

Figure out why the mind is the greatest weapon you could ever have.

The Beauty in Being Busy

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 09:29:22 GMT

Find out how there can be beauty found in the dull moments of boredom.

Being a Member of the LGBTQ+ Community

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 04:20:55 GMT

Happy Pride month! In this episode, Anno briefly shares what she learned about being a member of the LGBTQ+ Community and her coming out story!

That One Time in L.A.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 05:16:39 GMT

Anno shares about her time in L.A. back in 2017 where her attempt to try and meet Jimmy Kimmel took to another route as she found herself in an awkward encounter with one of Snoop Dogg's (alleged) crew member.

Choosing Your Battles (in love) - Kwento with Maica

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 04:18:44 GMT

Jordin Sparks once said that love always feels like a battlefield, and maybe she was right. In this episode, we will kwento what kind of battles we should choose to fight. Tune in to what Maica and I think about metaphors of love and relationship, and her secret in being in a happy and long lasting relationship!

Catch Up Session - Kwento with Virgil

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 04:12:45 GMT

In this episode, we will have a spirited kwentuhan with a special guest— and one of my childhood BFF– Virgil to talk about high school, college, the pandemic, love, and thoughts on investing on the stock market!

Driving in Manila

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 04:08:48 GMT

In this kwento session, we talk about how Anno has an unwavering sense of hate towards the Suzuki Swift, understanding the moral dilemma when we pay our way out of a ticket, and the sense of community found with the motorcyclists. Oh! Listen to how conyo Anno pronounces "buwaya"!

The Art of Spontaneity

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 01:52:33 GMT

In this kwento session, we get to know the beauty of following Nike's "Just Do It" slogan. Tune and know about why the most unexpected things are the most lovely blessings— even if it means being first chased by a dog.