Join host Sapphire Sandalo, a Filipino (Cebuano/Ilonggo) American occultist on a mission to add more empathy and diversity to the paranormal, supernatural, and horror communities through stories and interviews from the Philippines and around the world. Each episode includes true stories, with Sapphire's thoughtful commentary woven throughout. To share your story, send an email to [email protected] | Support the show on Patreon! http://www.patreon.com/storieswithsapphire "...It’s ...
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Ilonggo Podcasts
This podcast tries to summarize the entirety of the host(s) lives and opinions about certain issues in this universe. (Ilonggo in nature)
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'Langga' [lang.gâ.] means 'Beloved' in Ilonggo/Hiligaynon, one of the gazillion Filipino dialects. Raising a family as Filipino expats in Dubai is not as simple as it may seem.Join show hosts, Apple and Jeric Defante, for downright honest conversations and full-packed laugh marathons as they share about family, faith and everything in between!
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Conversations with Filipino startup founders. We feature Filipino startup founders to share about their stories, innovations, and visions for nation building. Hosted by Janni Boydon, Senior Lecturer at University of the Philippines. Let's start up the Philippines with PH startups! 🚀 Website: https://phstartup.online. Email: [email protected].
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Start Up #279: Camino Restaurant - ZamPen Native Chicken and Ilonggo Dishes in Zamboanga!
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52:05Troy dela Cruz is Co-Owner at Camino Restaurant. Cris Fe Tuballa is Manager at Camino Restaurant. Camino Restaurant is one of the OG restaurants in Zamboanga serving Filipino food. They're also serving Ilonggo dishes and recently, ZamPen Native Chicken dishes. Try their ZamPen Native Chicken Inasal for only Php 200 (with unli rice!). What's excitin…
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Start Up #284: Vende ERP (JBM Labs PH) - ERP Solutions for MSMEs
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53:52Jolicar Maranga is CEO at Vende ERP & JBM Labs PH. Vende is an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution for MSMEs from basic inventory solutions to advanced warehousing & distribution. This Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system provides comprehensive solutions for MSMEs, with the Basic Edition and Advanced Edition. Both address core operatio…
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Stories from Twentynine Palms: The bizarre orb, The entity leaving
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20:26A couple weekends ago I had a table with Steffany Strange at the Spooktackular Festival in Twentynine Palms, CA. Guests came up and shared their ghost stories - and their INCREDIBLE paranormal photos. Trust me, you don't want to miss them. View the photos on Spotify or https://www.storieswithsapphire.com/episode-photos Thank you to: Wye Davis Sandy…
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Start Up #283: FoundHer - Championing and Spotlighting Filipina Founders
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1:15:27Niña Terol and Candice Quimpo are Co-Founders at FoundHer. FoundHer is a community platform that champions and spotlights Filipina founders. The FoundHer Summit, happening this October 14, 2025, will bring together hundreds of delegates — including female founders, investors, startup ecosystem leaders, advocates, and allies. Secure your slot now! G…
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Start Up #282: Secuna - Cybersecurity for Startups, Enterprises, and Government Agencies
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1:21:15Cjay Billones is Chief Operating Officer at Secuna. Christian Burgos is Chief Technology Officer at Secuna. Secuna is the biggest, cost-effective, and most trusted cybersecurity testing platform in the Philippines helping startups and SMEs by connecting them to the most advanced and highly-vetted cybersecurity professionals in the world to simulate…
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Start Up #281: Simplifi Studio - Photography Studio and Creatives Business Management Software
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52:06Rachel Jaro is Founder at Simplifi Studio. Simplifi Studio is the all-in-one CRM software built for creative businesses in the Philippines - photography studios, event planners, and creative agencies. Manage bookings, streamline client communications, track finances, and simplify your workflow, all in one platform. Focus less on admin and more on c…
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What's in my home?: Something broke in; The blue man in the corner; The Sacramento house
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36:41By Sapphire Sandalo
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Start Up #280: JVMR AgriBiz - ZamPen Native Chicken Farm and Black Soldier Fly Larvae!
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38:51Analiza Ong is Owner at JVMR AgriBiz. JVMR AgriBiz is an agri farm breeding ZamPen Native Chicken and selling them to restaurants and food suppliers. As cheaper alternative chicken feeds, they are also breeding Black Soldier Fly Larvae, with high nutritional content that chickens love to eat. These innovations are in collaboration with researchers …
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Start Up #278: Cafelayan Hydroponic Farm - Lettuce Chips, Seed-Embedded Packaging, Sustainability!
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52:51Jeffrey Sereño is Owner at Cafelayan Hydroponic Farm and Cafelayan Lettuce Chips. Cafelayan Hydroponic Farm is selling freshly picked lettuce in different varieties from their greenhouse system in Zamboanga, and their seeds are imported from Europe. Cafelayan Lettuce Chips is a sustainability-driven enterprise transforming farm surplus into planet-…
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Spewtron! Conversation with Cig Neutron about our short film "BREEDER"
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28:31This week is a collaboration with the Spewtron Podcast, in which me and Cig Neutron discuss our horror short film "BREEDER"! Cig goes into detail about how they created the special effects makeup for the Tikbalang, we discuss how we as occultists transmute heavy energy through dark art, and we talk a little bit about my dark fantasy musical! We are…
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Start Up #277: RuRu Mushrooms - Best Mushroom Chips in the Philippines!
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48:53Arpi Lahaman is Marketing Manager at RuRu Mushrooms. RuRu Mushrooms produces export-quality mushroom chips, available in four flavors: natural, garlic, sour cream, and spicy barbecue. RuRu Mushrooms has their own mushroom farm in Zamboanga City where they cultivate their mushrooms, harvest, prepare, and package for distribution. This episode is rec…
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Start Right #18: WMSU ATBI - Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator in Zamboanga City
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42:23Dionne Lara Herwig is Project Staff at WMSU ATBI. WMSU ATBI is the Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator of Western Mindanao State University. WMSU ATBI is supporting and nurturing business startups in the agriculture and food techno-enterprise industries. This episode is recorded live at WMSU ATBI, agri-aqua technology business incubator of West…
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Start Up #276: FTVETS (BioSiga) - Charcoal Substitute Made from Waste Banana Peels
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34:39Ralph Banias is Co-Founder at FTVETS (BioSiga). BioSiga is a research product being pitched by FTVETS, an organization of technical educators. BioSiga is a substitute for charcoals made from banana peels. They state that research shows that briquettes made from banana peels can still provide similar embering effect but with less impact to the envir…
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Grandma's House: the investigation of my grandma's house; The caravan is coming; The zombie girl; Grandma's Amityville Horror House
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42:04This season is starting off with stories about haunted grandmas! After sharing numerous stories of hauntings in my grandma's house, I finally conducted an investigation there, which led to some interesting discoveries. In this week's episode I'll be sharing that story, as well as the grandma who heard a spectral caravan pass her home in Mexico, the…
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Start Up #275: Dibuho (Trabahunti) - AI-Driven Job Search Platform for Public Service Employment
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46:59John Fritz Antipuesto, Ahadon Caraing, and Michael Labastida are Co-Founders at Dibuho (Trabahunti). Dibuho is a tech startup creating more than just ideas. Right now, they're developing Trabahunti, which is an AI-driven job search and hiring application for public service employment. Their objective is to streamline, automate, and enhance current …
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Start Up #274: JRL (Weedinator) - Precision Agriculture Robot for Farmers
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32:41Leon Destura, Theo Benedict Pasia, and James Ga-as are Co-Founders at JRL (Weedinator). JRL, now Hawani, is a tech startup making changes one byte at a time. Right now, they're pitching the Weedinator, which is a precision agriculture robot for spraying pesticide to kill out weeds without affecting crops. The Weedinator will help farmers increase t…
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Start Up #273: LoRaCast - Wireless Long-Range Monitoring of Vital Signs for Nurses
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35:38Nova Grace Palmes, Nelmarjim Luna, and Marvin Estolloso are Co-Founders at LoraCast. LoRaCast is a medical technology startup developing a wireless long-range system for monitoring of vital signs of patients by nurses. LoRaCast uses long range frequency so that vital signs can be monitored accurately and in real-time even across floors and building…
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Start Up #272: AgriTechnology - Mechanical Technology for Farmers (CocoClimber & PitiCao)
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35:28Engr. Ruel Tuyugon is Innovator at AgriTechnology. AgriTechnology is a research spinoff of University of Southeastern Philippines, developing agricultural machineries to increase the productivity of farmers. Right now, they developed CocoClimber to help coconut farmers easily and safely gather coconut fruits from their trees and PitiCao to help cac…
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Start Up #271: RoBIMS - Records of Barangay Inhabitants Management System
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33:03Vera Kim Tequin is Study Member at RoBIMS. RoBIMS, or Records of Barangay Inhabitants Management System, is a centralized information system that can be used by barangay LGU's to better provide its services to its constituents. RoBIMS allow for faster access and more accurate tracking of digitalized data, such that barangay constituents can get the…
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Start Up #270: Brailleiance - Modified Braille Tool to Make Learning Braille Easier
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47:31Sarrah Mae Villoria Priagola is Inventor of Brailleiance. Brailleiance is a modified braille tool to make learning braille easier for the blind. Brailleiance comes with different levels of learning, properly guiding the learning of the non-sighted - from learning braille characters to actual reading of braille words and sentences. This episode is r…
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Start Right #17: USeP KTTD Office & AGILab TBI - Technology Business Incubator in Davao
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36:46Francis Yap is OIC Director at USeP KTTD Office. Jhong Corbeta is Technical Staff at AGILab TBI. The USeP KTTD Office (Knowledge and Technology Transfer Division) drives the university’s innovation agenda by offering IP consultations, fabrication-lab access, and incubation services. AGILab TBI, USeP’s technology business incubator, recently resumed…
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Start Up #269: Katharē - Eco-Friendly Personal Care Brand for the Modern Filipina
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1:05:38Jeanny Burce and Jason Bitantes are Co-Founders at Katharē. Katharē is a Filipino self-care brand that empowers women with effortless, sustainable solutions made from the potent botanicals of our islands. Katharē's products include shampoo bars, hair cream, and more, which can truly invigorate and give confidence to the modern Filipina, especially …
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Start Up #268: Maude Labs - Scale your Personal Branding with 360° Marketing Strategies!
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42:43Monica Dizon is Head of Business Development at Maude Labs. Maude Labs is built for purpose-driven individuals and leaders - their team combines 35+ years of expertise in personal branding, strategy, PR, storytelling, and events. Maude Labs is a global partner for visionary leaders, building purposeful brand ecosystems through strategy, storytellin…
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Start Up #267: Multibook Philippines - ERP Solutions and Outsourced Business Processing Services
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48:53David Paman is President & Chief Operating Officer at Multibook Philippines. Multibook is a provider of cloud ERP and outsourced business services, offering smart software and back-office support to help global businesses achieve seamless financial integration, real-time insights, and regulatory compliance. This episode is recorded at the Multibook…
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Start Right #16: Upgrade Innolab - Impact-Driven Business Incubator and Accelerator in Davao
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1:07:07Richard Day is President at Upgrade Innolab. Candice Lleses is Communications Lead at Upgrade Innolab. Upgrade Innolab is a non-profit business incubator and accelerator for impact-driven, profitable, and scalable startups in Davao. In this conversation, we also talk about IDEAS Davao, the startup consortium in Davao region, and the upcoming Davao …
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Start Up #266: MooManage - Innovative Agritech Solutions for Dairy Farmers
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49:46Charlemagne Lamela, Christian Geonzon, and Jude Alayacyac are Founders at MooManage. MooManage is empowering dairy farmers with innovative agritech solutions. MooManage developed an app for cow farmers, in which current features are feeds inventory management, task scheduling for farm operations, and storing and viewing of cow profiles, so that the…
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Start Up #265: RideIT - The Motorcycle Hailing App in Davao City!
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51:08Kevin Joven is Founder at RideIT. RideIT is the newest and only motorcycle hailing app in Davao City! With RideIT, you can book transportation, deliveries, and get anything you need through Davao's motorcycle riders. RideIT also has in-app features for tourists where you can browse places of interest, then book a RideIT rider to get to any place yo…
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Start Up #264: PlantBox Innovation - Urban Farming Hydroponics Starter Kit!
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58:09Renz Adlawan is Founder & CEO at PlantBox Innovation. Haspe Canseco is Program Director at PlantBox Innovation. PlantBox Innovation is an agritech startup and social enterprise building a community towards food security and sustainability - integrating circular economy and organic production of fertilizers for growers. PlantBox Innovation produces …
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Start Right #15: ADDVentures Innovation Center - Aerospace and Robotics Startup Incubator
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57:25Rogel Mari Sese is Director at ADDVentures Innovation Center. ADDVentures Innovation Center is the technology business incubator and innovation hub of Ateneo de Davao University in Davao City. ADDVentures Innovation Center incubates startups in the aerospace and robotics technologies, helping them turn ideas into market-ready products. Watch the ep…
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Start Up #263: Taco Dash - The Newest Buy One Take One Taco Joint in Davao City!
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1:02:42Charles Ramos is Founder at Taco Dash. Taco Dash is the newest buy one take one taco joint in Davao City! Focusing on unique taste and value for money, they seek to penetrate the Davao market and go even beyond! Try their bestseller, Quesabirria Taco! This episode is recorded live at ADDVentures Innovation Center, technology business incubator and …
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Start Up #262: Hyper Coat Industries - Bringing Car Care Innovations to Davao City
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42:30Adi Dorado is Co-Founder at Hyper Coat Industries. Hyper Coat Industries specializes in car care. They are bringing the newest technologies to Davao City - such as paint protection film (PPF). Aside from this, they also provide other car care services such as carwash, detailing, ceramic coating, window tint, and more. This episode is recorded live …
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Special: UXPH - Upcoming UXPH Mini Conference 2025 (Davao, Cebu, Manila)!
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56:25Aldrich Tan is Managing Director at UXPH. UXPH Mini 2025 is a series of smaller, regional UX conferences happening in Davao, Cebu, and Manila. UXPH is the largest non-profit organization created by and for the Filipino design community. UXPH fosters innovation, growth, and mindful design practices across the nation through community events, design …
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Start Up #261: AIMHI - AI-Powered Construction Project Management Platform
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57:10Cherryanne Lee Angoy is Founder and CEO at AIMHI. AIMHI Construction App is an AI-powered construction management platform for construction companies to minimize delays, increase efficiency, and maximize profitability. More than just a scheduling tool, AIMHI Construction App is a centralized platform for managing materials, inventories, equipment u…
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Start Right #14: STEP APP TBI - Technology Business Incubator in Sultan Kudarat
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1:06:14Sheila Bayquin is Project Leader at STEP APP TBI. Kristine Mae Ampas is Assistant Project Leader at STEP APP TBI. Vincent Louie Cabelin is Project Staff at STEP APP TBI. STEP APP TBI is a technology business incubator based in Sultan Kudarat State University in Tacurong City, Sultan Kudarat, Region XII. STEP APP TBI incubates startups infusing tech…
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Start Up #260: Studentship Philippines - Innovative Tech-Based Learning for Public Schools
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1:06:53Kristoni Go is Founder at Studentship Philippines. Studentship Philippines is a social enterprise providing innovative technology-based learning for Filipino public schools. Starting in Sultan Kudarat, they have now reached around 40 schools where the Studentship app is being used. Studentship Philippines provides students with educational resource…
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Start Up #259: J7 IT Solutions - Software, Hardware, and Network Infrastructure Services
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46:37Joe Selayro is Owner at J7 IT Solutions. J7 IT Solutions offers services such as software, hardware, and network infrastructure for companies. Currently, they are focusing on providing IT solutions for hotels and cooperatives in Region XII (and beyond) but have also done various software development projects in the past. Right now, they are also pr…
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Start Up #258: RPR 1030 Corporation - Systems Integration Company Based in Region XII
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41:39Engr. Clent Yoro is Head Engineer at RPR 1030 Corporation. Kaaren Mabel Rubin is Corporate Secretary at RPR 1030 Corporation. RPR 1030 Corporation is the first systems integrator company in Region XII bridging innovative solutions for business growth. They help the public sector and private companies in SOCCSKSARGEN adopt technological innovations …
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Start Up #257: School of Profits - Learn from Mentors How to Make Money Online!
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1:00:30Kherk Roldan is Founder & Visionary at School of Profits. School of Profits is a Filipino-led community for aspiring freelancers, VAs, agency builders, and online earners. Inside, you’ll find step-by-step guides, live workshops, ready-to-use resources, and real support from fellow Pinoys. Built to help you start, grow, and earn online—together. In …
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Stories Revisited: Not What They Seem: Stories of spirits imitating humans and animals
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32:05If a spirit walked past you, would you even know? In this week’s episode, I’ll be sharing stories from real people who encountered entities pretending to be something else. [This episode originally aired 6/12/2023] Listen to the Dinky Podcast - https://dinkypod.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Start Up #256: Presscue - Emergency Response in One Press of a Button!
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39:17Frank Armodia, Drex Omanio, and Elined Eve Bacalando are Co-Founders at Presscue. Presscue is an app that allows citizens to report emergencies in one press of a button. May it be crime, fire, earthquake, landslide, or any accident, Presscue efficiently connects to the appropriate office/agency, allowing fast response to come to the rescue. This ep…
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Start Up #255: Upsell - Launch Your E-Commerce Online Store in Under a Minute!
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39:43Alejandro Sacramento is Co-Founder at Upsell. In Upsell, you can launch your e-commerce online store in under a minute effortlessly. Upsell is a homegrown Filipino company that enables e-commerce businesses to have their online store - focusing on the affordability and ease of use of the platform. Upsell also allows easy uploading and importing of …
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Start Up #254: Artiverse - Showcasing and Earning Platform for Filipino Artists
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48:35Carren Mae Yongco, Anthony Yolach Lloveras, and Reinhart Logronio are Co-Founders at Artiverse. Artiverse is a platform where Filipino artists can showcase their work, connect with the community, earn from their crafts, and stay updated on art events and workshops. Artiverse is your gateway to Filipino artistry. This episode is recorded live at ICE…
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Start Right #13: ICEBOX TBI - Technology Business Incubator in General Santos City
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48:22Noel Gunay is Project Leader at ICEBOX TBI. ICEBOX TBI is a technology business incubator based in Mindanao State University - General Santos in General Santos City, Region XII. ICEBOX TBI is a DOST-assisted TBI supporting smart systems startups, providing mentorships, networks, office spaces, and more to their incubatees. Watch the episode to lear…
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Start Up #253: OJT Connect - Bridging Students with On-the-Job Training Opportunities
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55:13Alyssa Vallejos is Operations Head at OJT Connect. OJT Connect is a philanthropic project founded by tech entrepreneur Romel Romero, based in San Diego, California. Recognizing the job skills mismatch in the Philippines, he envisioned a platform that bridges the gap between students and meaningful on-the-job training opportunities.In this episode |…
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Start Up #252: OMMU - Collaboration Platform for Creators and Enthusiasts!
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46:52Jed Agayan is Founder at OMMU. OMMU is an online platform where creators and enthusiasts can collaborate together to organize events or simply just meet up. OMMU, from the word community, aims to bring everyone together - organizers, suppliers, equipment providers, consumers, and everyone concerned in any niche or advocacy. This episode is recorded…
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