Colonial Mentality Unplugged: Relearning What It Means to Be Filipino | Tony Olaes & John Dang

Описание: What happens when you grow up ashamed of being Filipino—then spend your adult life trying to find your way back?

In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Tony Olaes, founder of The Filipino Story, to talk about identity, colonial mentality, and the journey of coming home. From growing up as a Fil-Am in California rejecting his roots, to becoming a dual citizen investing in Philippine communities, Tony shares the raw truths and emotional turning points that reshaped his entire view of being Filipino.

We unpack:
🇵🇭 Why many Filipinos abroad struggle with shame or disconnect
🧠 How colonial mentality acts like a "Matrix" we don’t know we’re in
🌊 What it really means to feel Filipino—not just by blood, but by heart
🛶 Why the Balangay boat and Bayanihan spirit matter more than ever today
🔥 And how the Filipino diaspora has the power to transform the future of the Philippines

Whether you're a second-gen Fil-Am, a Filipino abroad, or someone just starting to ask deeper questions about identity—this episode is for you.

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