On Saturday, November 16, 2024, the XO Banquet Hall in North Hollywood hosted The Monique Woolley Foundation’s 4th Annual Gala, a night of hope and resilience. The Monique Woolley Foundation is dedicated to promoting suicide awareness, supporting individuals struggling with depression, advocating for mental health care, and spreading the vital message that “It’s Okay Not […]
Photo by Sthanlee B. Mirador Knowing longtime columnist and friend of the magazine Janet Susan R. Nepales – an award-winning journalist and international TV correspondent, among other accolades – certainly has its perks. She is a staple not only in the Fil-Am (Filipino American) community, but on the Hollywood red carpet as well; gracing the […]
By DR JANIE LACY MENTAL WELLNESS Have you ever found yourself captivated by someone, only to discover that their charming overtures were a facade? It’s essential to recognize that individuals with narcissistic tendencies are adept at masking these traits when it suits them. Understanding the dynamics of interacting with a narcissist can empower you to navigate […]
By: Naiia Lajoie When first encountering Ron Josol, one would think they already have him figured out; an ethnic comedian, following in the footsteps of his fellow Filipino comics from America (as Ron is from Canada), the likes of Rex Navarrete or another Jo Koy in the making. They would do so mistakenly. Because no […]
The Mind Behind ALLURE TALENT MANAGEMENT By: Naiia Lajoie Having lived in the LA Region for over a decade now, I can say with conviction that you would be remiss to throw a stone and not hit a talent manager. With a plethora of actors, performers, and musicians in the area, all vying for representation, […]
By Jhoanna B. de Guzman PROVERBS 31 WOMAN “The best portion of a good man’s life is his little, nameless, unremembered, acts of kindness and of love.” – William Wordsworth When we envision a good man, we are drawn to images of warmth, kindness, tenderness, and empathy. We think of those who extend their hand of compassion, […]
By MJ Racadio BLOGTALK WITH MJ The following piece is a republishing of an article previously posted on another media source. It has been edited to meet the magazine’s sharing standard. Marc Anthony Nicolas has come a long way, from serving dining tables to becoming an Emmy-winning producer of “The Talk”. I recently had the […]
By: Naiia Lajoie There is no doubt that Filipinos love the limelight; with their flare for the dramatic, Pinoys are quite proud to tout their talents. With that said, it takes a special kind of individual to celebrate the artistry of fellow Filipino Americans, but that is precisely what MJ Racadio has done and continues […]