Philippines Independence Day Special

About this episode

The episode celebrates Filipino life and culture, featuring Olympic champion Hidilyn Diaz and actor Ramón de Ocampo.

Mabuhay Wildings! What in the world does "mabuhay" mean, and how did the Philippines give us both Olympic champions AND the modern yo-yo? This week on Wild Interest, our Philippines Independence Day special is one great big celebration of Filipino life and culture around the world. First up: Nichole says "hi" to Hidilyn Diaz, champion weightlifter and the first Filipino ever to win an Olympic gold medal. Next, Evan riffs with Ramón de Ocampo, acclaimed actor and voice of the hit Diary of a Wi...

People in this episode

Hosts: Nichole, Evan

Guest: Ramón de Ocampo

Topics covered

• Philippines Independence Day
• Filipino culture
• Olympic champions
• weightlifting
• storytelling

Keywords

• Philippines
• Independence Day
• Hidilyn Diaz
• Olympic gold medal
• Ramón de Ocampo
• Filipino culture
• weightlifting
• yo-yo

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Philippines

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