David, on the day his mother returns home from the hospital to begin her EOL on hospice care, looks back and tells what he knows of how his parents met.
Tag: philippines
Nerd HQ ’15 benefits Operation Smile
Nerd HQ benefits the charity Operation Smile and has helped raise $1,000,000 over the last 5 years.
The Boys Are Back
David, Steve and Eric sit down for their first group podcast together since January. Hear how David and Steve have adjusted to being back from the Philippines. Dave has had a hard time adjusting to his changing career path and all the time he is now spending in Hollywood. And hear how Steve nearly killed himself this week by taking some herbal supplement.
Thrilla In Manila
David and Steve spend their final night in the Philippines with David’s Uncle Long! It’s a fun Napoleon Brandy fueled podcast!
Last Night in Kalibo
David and Steve are nearing the end of their journey. Listen to their thoughts as they are preparing to leave Kalibo and the provinces and return to Manila for their final days in the Philippines!
Boracay Sunset
Steve and I have greatly enjoyed our time in Boracay. Steve has said numerous times that this is the most beautiful place he has ever been in his entire life. That’s quite an endorsement. It’s definitely one of my top 5.
Halfway Through – Podcast
David and Steve have reached the halfway point in their journey through the Philippines. They take stock on the trip so far and their thoughts on the people and the country so far.
Happy Valentines Day from the Philippines
Happy Valentines Day to everyone back stateside. We had a great time here in Kalibo. We slept in, I got a pedicure (needed badly due to an ingrown nail) and then we spent the evening at this amazing restaurant near the beach where they catch your dinner in the local river and then cook it up and serve it to you. The fish was amazing! Here are some photos!
Kalibo – Halfway Point of Journey
Driving through the province hasn’t been all that different from driving through the urban areas of Manila. Everywhere you go the suffering of people who survive on next to nothing is very apparent. The shanty towns of Manila give way to the shanties in the fields. But the living conditions are the the same… appalling.
Bizarre Foods
The IntelleXual on the Road is in the Philippines! David and Steve are on the journey of a lifetime as David visits his family in the Philippines for the first time in 30 years and Steve takes his first ever trip outside of the confines of the continental US. In this episode the boys try a bunch of Filipino foods they wouldn’t have tried at home!
40th Anniversary – Paco Park, Philippines
For my mom, Paco Park was truly an oasis within the city. A place of refuge. Her happy place. Within the walls, amongst the funeral niches of fallen Filipino heroes, she found hope and comfort. It is no wonder that when she was facing the choice of where to get married she chose Paco Park.
Carlota’s 59th Birthday in the Philippines
David celebrated his Mother’s 59th birthday in the Philippines with her.
Balut, Sweat and Tears!
So far 2014 has become the year of firsts for me. First time getting a passport. First time traveling outside the country. First time going through customs, the first time setting foot on foreign soil, first time getting a mani-pedi, (clear polish if you were going to ask) And, first time eating balut.
Bakit Why? Balut?
David and Steve are truly global podcasters now. Their premiere episode of The IntelleXual On The Road has them discussing flying on the Hello Kitty plane, their first day in the Philippines and Steve’s adventuresome spirit leading him to downing a balut. It’s a very yummy podcast from the other side of the Pacific!
EVA Flight 01 – LAX to TPE
We weren’t sure what we were getting when we purchased the tickets on EVA Air. What we’ve found is my favorite airline. It’s a good start to the journey!
24 Hours to Go…
In my 48 years I have traveled to different parts of the United States. Most recently, to Florida for a wedding of two friends from high school. A first for me. I had never been to Florida, but I have never left the country nor have I ever needed to get a passport. Another first.
Island Time
I’m going with my Mom and with one of my closest friends and co-host of my podcasts Steve Schwartz. He’s nearly 50 years old and has never been outside of the U.S. for anything. Between my Mom being unpredictable because of her battle with liver cirrhosis and Steve’s inexperience in traveling internationally this is going to be one interesting trip.
Two weeks until the Philippines
In about two weeks I will be leaving the United States behind on a very long flight across the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. I will be leaving behind most of my close family (Mom’s coming with) and my friends and all of the things I’ve grown up with in Southern California.