Salt & Pepe

29/05/2025

Pakiramdam mo ba tumatanda ka na at napag-iiwanan ng panahon? Andito kami para ipaalam sa inyo na simula pa lang ng mas makulay at mas maliwanag na pamumuhay ang edad 40 pataas. Pakinggan at panoorin ang buong yugto para matutunan ang sikreto ng pagtanda sa masaya at mapayapang paraan.

Do you feel old, spent, and abandoned by the times? We're here to tell you from the other side how turning 40 is just the beginning of a more colorful and brighter way of living. Listen and watch the entire episode to learn the secrets of aging in a happier and more fulfilled way.

Catch the entire episode (S1E4 Embracing Aging) at spotify.saltandpepe.gay!

22/04/2025

Mahirap pag-usapan ang pera lalo na kung wala kayong practice na pag-usapan ito. Simulan ang bawa't relasyon na pinag-uusapan ang mga mahirap na topic, lalo na pagdating sa pinansyal na bagay, pamamahala ng tahanan ninyo, mga obligasyon ninyo sa buhay, at mga layunin ninyong magkarelasyon pagdating sa pera. Panoorin at pakinggan ang buong episode (S1E6) sa spotify.saltandpepe.gay.

It's hard to talk about money, especially when you always avoid the topic or keep your money issues a secret. Start every relationship with honesty, talking about difficult topics, financial matters and obligations, home management, and financial goals. Watch or listen to the full episode (S1E6) at spotify.saltandpepe.gay.

18/04/2025

Lahat tayo ay may karapatang tuklasin at pakinabangan ang sarili nating espiritwalidad. Bilang babae at lesbyana, huwag sana nating pagpilitan ang sarili natin sa isang relihiyon at ikahon ang ating pagkatao at dignidad, imbes na gawing gabay ang relihiyon para sa sarili nating kaligayahan at kapayapaan ng loob.

We all have a right to explore and benefit from our own spirituality. As women and q***r people, let's not force ourself into a religion and suffocate our humanity into this box. Instead we should use religion as a guidepost in achieving happiness and peace of mind.

Full Episode: S1E5: Sexy Spirituality at spotify.saltandpepe.gay.

Happy Easter!

08/04/2025

Pansin mo ba na parang parati mo na lang kinakawawa ang sarili mo sa relasyon? Bakit nga ba? May kontribusyon ang pagtrato sa atin ng lipunan sa pang-araw-araw nating pakikisama. Manood at makinig para matuto!

Ever notice that you're always putting yourself last in relationships? Why do we do this? Society's treatment of the q***r community affects our day-to-day relationships. Listen, watch, and learn!

Full episode: spotify.saltandpepe.gay (S1E2)

01/03/2025

Episode 24 is out!
As they end their second season, Lia and Shakira talk about their experience with goodbyes. How have they been left by previous partners? How have they ended things in return? Most of all, how do they feel about closure, the concept of forever, and the transient nature of love? Our hosts send you off with valuable insights as they take a break between seasons. Full episode at spotify.saltandpepe.gay

14/02/2025

1 year anniversary of Salt and Pepe Podcast! Episode 23 is out!
Episode 23: What is Love (One Year Later)

Salt & Pepe Podcast celebrates its first anniversary with the same question. Our hosts revisit the complexities of love with a conversation about forgiveness...

31/01/2025

Episode 22 is out!
Friendship: FOMO vs JOMO
The feeling of belonging is considered a basic human need. Join our hosts as they navigate friendships in middle age, the lessons they've learned in managing their social circles, and how sometimes it's better to miss out than to fit in.
Catch the full episode at spotify.saltandpepe.gay!

21/01/2025

Episode 21 is out! Happy New Year! The new year is all about new beginnings and making changes, and Lia and Shakira are here to share their experiences with changes, both planned and unexpected. What is the secret to keeping a steady ship in times of rough seas? Our hosts begin 2025 by sharing some tips. Full episode at spotify.saltandpepe.gay!

22/12/2024

Maligayang Pasko! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! "Episode 20: Q***r Holidaze (Christmas Episode)" is out!
Starting off with a listener-requested skin care reveal, and then moving on to the holiday season, Lia and Shakira discuss the difficulties of being q***r or LQBTQIA+ during the time of family gatherings and reunions. They talk about how to respond to rude or inappropriate comments, and how being secure in oneself is key in facing awkward situations during this time of the year. Happy Holidays!

02/11/2024

Episode 17 is out! For National Nutrition Month, Lia and Shakira share their wellness journeys by talking about our relationship with food, poor eating habits, and how to approach food both as a source of pleasure as well as a source of fuel. Full episode at spotify.saltandpepe.gay.

18/10/2024

Episode 16: Toxic Filipino Traits
"Tumataba ka! (You're getting fat!)" seems to be the default greeting these days. Lia and Shakira go through the toxic traits they've encountered both in the Philippines as well as in their interactions as immigrants abroad. Where do these toxic traits come from and how do we address them? Let's learn how to be better Filipinos this Filipino-American Heritage Month.
Full episode at spotify.saltandpepe.gay and apple.saltandpepe.gay!