Adobo Yarn
The podcast is about navigating the migrant life as Filipinos in Australia, discussing culture, food, experiences and adventures. "Adobo" represents the rich and layered nature of the human experience. Just like adobo can be adapted with different ingredients and methods, our lives are a blend of diverse influences made rich through the stories and culture that we bring and the new traditions that we create.
"Yarn" symbolises the sharing of stories and experiences. We are weaving a narrative together, connecting with each other through the threads of our personal histories and perspectives.”
Adobo Yarn
Ep 18 - From Ukay-ukay to Op Shops: The Art of the Purge
Spring is here and it's time for a reset! Ready to tackle that overwhelming pile of clutter?
In this episode, Anna and Razel get brutally honest and confess their personal hoarding habits. Anna admits to her never-ending collection of tote bags and scarves, while Razel reveals her past obsession with Fossil bags and a shoe collection that once rivaled the legendary Imelda Marcos!
But this episode is about more than just their confessions; it's a deep dive into the cultural art of letting go. The duo discusses how things were handled back in the Philippines, from the practical act of giving to relatives or the barangay, to the rise of ukay-ukay culture. They compare this to the Australian love for op shops and the thrill of finding treasures left on the curb during council clean-ups—a true circular economy in action. Tune in as they share their own decluttering plans and inspire you to finally let go of that item you’ve been keeping for "just in case."
Listen now! Subscribe! And join the conversation! Let's celebrate spring! And the opportunity to bring hope and turn on new leaves! Share with us what you're collecting at home and if you have tips and tricks on decluttering through our social media channels, or add your comment on Spotify or Audible!
Adobo Yarn is our story as Filipinos, navigating the migrant life in Australia. Here, we share stories that resonate. Middle-age (Gen X) wisdom, perimeno episodes, parenting hacks, unfiltered conversations, hilarious experiences, anecdotes and recipes that brought us comfort when we needed it. From raising babies to now young adults, and navigating the labyrinth that is Australia. Join the conversation!
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