Go Hard Girls: Recent Episodes
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Be inspired by the first podcast dedicated to the stories of Filipina athletes. Hosted by sports reporter and award-winning writer Ceej Tantengco, Go Hard Girls imagines what the sports industry would be like if it was better for women.
The Olympics are done — what now? Sports journalist Lui Morales and Atleta Filipina founder Bee Go join host Ceej Tantengco-Malolos to discuss the achievements of our athletes in Paris, the progress made in terms of gender parity, and what we hope to see in the next Olympics, particularly for women’s sports.
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From being the only woman training in a garage to bringing home multiple gold medals for the Philippines, Kaila Napolis, black belt at Checkmat Manila shares her jiu-jitsu journey and how it shaped her into who she is today. Listen to her story in this special episode with guest correspondent, Marga Jimenez.
This episode is made possible through the Go Hard Girls Grants, which empowers creators to tell the stories of Filipina athletes. The Go Hard Girls Grants are supported by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development and Women in News & Sports (WINS).
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Julie Uychiat has conquered the Sahara Desert — running 250 kilometers over 6 days! In this never-before-heard clip from our conversation after she completed the World Marathon Challenge in 2023, she shares how she uses journaling to take her performance to the next level. Listen to the original episode, “Julie Uychiat: The First Filipino to run a marathon in 7 continents” on the Go Hard Girls podcast.
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What does it take to dethrone a 7-time champion? The same grit that takes a player from a career-threatening injury to becoming UAAP Finals MVP. Get to know Tantoy Ferrer of the UST Growling Tigresses in this special episode with guest correspondent Melissa Newsome.
This episode is made possible through the Go Hard Girls Grants, which empowers creators to tell the stories of Filipina athletes. The Go Hard Girls Grants are supported by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development and Women in News & Sports (WINS).
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Introducing the Go Hard Girls Grants — because uplifting women's sports means growing the space for more storytellers to make a difference. Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco-Malolos shares our new initiative for women’s sports, and you’ll also get to hear a sneak peek of our first grantee’s story!
The Go Hard Girls Grants are made possible with the support of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development, the Women in News and Sports initiative, and PumaPodcast.
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"When a woman rocks the boat, there's gonna be no shortage of people trying to shut her down. We need people who say, 'Hey, maybe we listen to her.'" In this candid chat with Carl Javier from "A Better Normal", "Go Hard Girls" creator Ceej Tantengco-Malolos shares the highs and lows of championing women in sports, and the vital role men play in the movement. Happy Women's Month!
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Every year, the International Ice Hockey Federation organizes the World’s Girls Ice Hockey Weekend where thousands of girls from thirty countries participate in events and try ice hockey for the first time. The National Women’s Hockey Team invited Go Hard Girls on to the ice and into the locker room for the event.
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With 6 SEA Games gold medals to her name, Kim Mangrobang is a force of nature. She opens up about her unconventional path to success and embracing challenges — from living away from her family as a teenager, to racing in both triathlon and duathlon events.
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The best medal is the one you win at home. Kim Mangrobang, Southeast Asia's Triathlon Queen, tells us about her winning moment at the 2019 SEA Games, plus other memorable races in our new episode, coming out November 24!
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Marga Jimenez helped the DLSU Lady Archers break the longest winning streak in Philippine basketball, but she never let the sport get in the way of graduating with honors — all thanks to her determination, a competitive streak, and a strong support system.
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Former Lady Archer Marga Jimenez didn't choose between her UAAP dreams and good grades — she put in the work to achieve both. Learn how she did it in the next episode of Go Hard Girls, coming out October 27!
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7 marathons, 7 continents, 7 days. In February 2023, Julie Uychiat became the first Filipina to finish the World Marathon Challenge. Even more impressive? She did it at 49 years old, only a few years after she started running.
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How far can you go in extreme cold? Julie Uychiat, the first Filipina to complete the World Marathon Challenge, shares what it was like to run in the coldest place on earth. Here's a sneak peek of the first episode of Go Hard Girls Season 4, coming out on October 13!
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How do you define success? This season, we're featuring the former co-captain of the DLSU Lady Archers basketball team, Marga Jimenez — the latest in our lineup of Pinay athletes who have redefined success, such as Jia Morado, Lexi Noval, and more.
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When you go hard, you go places. In our fourth season, Julie Uychiat, the first Filipina to complete the World Marathon Challenge, joins our roster of guests who have proven their talents overseas, such as Jack Animam (Seasons 1-2) and Allana Lim (Season 3).
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Season 4 of Go Hard Girls is right around the corner! We’ve got even more inspiring Filipina athletes, from even more sports, coming your way. Listen for a sneak peek of our first three guests.
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Meggie Ochoa has won several jiu-jitsu matches around the world, but not all of them have been easy. In this clip, Meggie talks about how you can win in a match—even when the situation doesn’t seem to be in your favor.
Listen to the full episode here: Meggie Ochoa: Champion for children
What does it take to be the first female sports journalist in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame? In this guest episode from The Global Bounce, Jackie MacMullan and host Rafe Bartholomew reflect on her career, working with Charles Barkley and Gregg Popovich, and the progress women are making in the WNBA and US NCAA.
Listen to The Global Bouncefor more stories of basketball around the world.
Before she was a professional volleyball star, Jema Galanza faced insecurities in her collegiate career. In this clip, she talks about her doubts in her UAAP years and finding love in herself and her family.
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Go Hard Girls wraps our third season with Filipina athletes who have been breaking barriers in many different sports! Revisit our episodes with Jia de Guzman, Jema Galanza, Coach Mau Belen, Kat Tan, Mariana Lopa, Bianca Bustamante, Lexi Noval, Meggie Ochoa and Allana Lim to get inspired by their journeys.
We'll be back for another season in September, so stay tuned!
Before the recent boom of Filipino ballers playing internationally, Allana Lim was playing across Asia as far back as 2012. Despite this incredible achievement, most Filipinos don't even know her name. The first Filipino basketball import has never told her story like this—until now. In this episode, Allana opens up about her childhood in Cebu, owning her identity as a lesbian athlete, and the risks she took to make history.
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In just 10 years since learning jiu-jitsu, Meggie Ochoa has become a world champion and multi-gold medalist. Despite this incredible achievement, Meggie measures success not in medals, but in impact—using sports to empower children who survived abuse. In this episode, Meggie talks to sports reporter Ceej Tantengco about finding your purpose and how athletes can build communities.
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Fitness guru Lexi Noval has loved movement and sports all her life, but as a young girl, her harsh competitive streak kept her from fully enjoying her passion. After rising above her struggles, she now leads a fitness community for women who are striving to be better together. This episode is powered by Under Armour.
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The last time a female driver started in a Formula One race was in the 1970s. Bianca Bustamante, the first Filipino to race in the all-female W Series, is on a mission to get the next seat. This episode is hosted by guest correspondent Bee Go and powered by Women in News and Sport (WINS), an initiative of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.
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Jema Galanza may be one of the most skilled volleyball players in the Philippines, but her hardest battles were fought outside the court. To achieve the success that eluded Jema for years, she first had to find inner peace. This episode is powered by Under Armour.
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Changing the game for women isn't a quick fix—it's a journey. Listen to Coach Mau Belen of TNT Tropang Giga, Mariana Lopa of Girls Got Game, and The One-Armed Mamba Kat Tan discuss concrete solutions to make sure Filipina ballers can reach their full potential. Powered by Nike.
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Volleyball wasn't Jia de Guzman's first love, but she's become one of the Philippines' most accomplished volleyball players. Jia reflects on her hard-earned wins, her vision for gender equality in volleyball, and empowering the next generation of athletes. This episode is powered by Under Armour, in celebration of International Day of the Girl.
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The Philippines’ national softball team has won every single gold medal in the Southeast Asian Games since 1979. Now ranked 13th in the world, they reflect on their journey and what it means to carry that legacy.
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Gilas Pilipinas Women made history with back-to-back SEA Games gold medals in 2019 and 2022. It's not just a win for the Philippines, but for the next generation of Filipina ballers, who now have role models to look up to and more opportunities to play. In this episode, you'll hear all about the day the Gilas Women met the Girls Got Game Born Ready Basketball Camp.
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The Philippine Women’s National Football Team made history when they qualified for the FIFA World Cup. In this special guest episode, Izzy Lee of the Teka Teka News podcast talks to the PWNFT about their historic win, the push for gender equity in football, and what comes next.
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Before she fought for the Philippines' first Olympic gold, Hidilyn Diaz fought to build "Team HD" and secure funding for her needs. What does it mean to invest in national athletes, and what will it take to win more gold medals? Hidilyn shares her story alongside MVP Sports Foundation executive director Jude Turcuato. Powered by PLDT Home.
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After the Tokyo Olympics, our sports industry was infused with so much hope. But how do we make sure all national athletes get the support they deserve? Journalist, athlete and MVP Sports Foundation ambassador Gretchen Ho shares her ideas for this new chapter of Philippine sports. Powered by PLDT Home.
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Jack Danielle Animam is the first ever Filipino—man or woman—to play pro basketball in Europe. This achievement hits even harder when you know how her journey began and what she has fought for over the years. Listen to Jack, WNBA player Imani McGee-Stafford, and the women who Jack has inspired.
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Growing up on Guimaras Island, Jovelyn dreamed of a better life for her family. Volleyball was her first love, but she didn't think it would come to much. Little did she know, she would become one of the best to ever play the sport in the Philippines.
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Awkwardness around periods makes it harder for girls to stay in sports. adidas senior product manager Kim Buerger takes us into how they made period-proof tights, and why we need to design specifically for women.
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Many Filipinos have dreamt of playing pro ball in America. Chanelle Molina is one step away from making it happen in the WNBA. Chanelle shares her story in this special episode for Women’s Month.
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Fil-Am baller Ella Fajardo has just committed to play the the US NCAA Division 1. We revisit her interview with Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco, where Ella shares what she fights for on and off the court.
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Right before the lockdown, Irish Magno made history as the first Filipina boxer to qualify for the Olympics. Then everything stopped. Get to know this groundbreaking athlete, how she's training in isolation, and how she and her girlfriend are helping Filipinos affected by the coronavirus pandemic. #PrideMonth
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Filipina boxer Josie Gabuco has won five straight gold medals in the Southeast Asian Games. Even more impressive? She did it all while being a single mom.
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Let's get intersectional! World amateur boxing champion and SEA Games gold medalist Nesthy Petecio opens up about mental health, being a lesbian athlete, and why she's stronger for all her struggles. What better way to celebrate Women's Month?
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The Philippines prides itself on being a basketball-loving nation, yet there's no pro league for women. What happens to our Filipina ballers after college? How does this affect the Gilas Pilipinas Women's program? And what do the athletes want (and don't want) from a league? The NU Lady Bulldogs get candid in the third and final episode of our series on women's basketball.
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At just 16 years old, Ella Fajardo helped win the Philippines its first FIBA medal in the women's division. In this special bonus episode, Ella and Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco talk about her experiences as a Filipina baller in the USA and why the new generation of female athletes are speaking up for equality like never before.
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NU Lady Bulldogs’ Coach Patrick Aquino, UAAP Finals MVP Jack Animam, and Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco sit down with PumaPodcast CEO Roby Alampay for a roundtable discussion. You’ll hear stories from behind the scenes of Go Hard Girls and what their dreams for women’s basketball are. Recorded live at the PumaPodcast Press Launch.
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UAAP Finals MVP Jack Danielle Animam didn't play basketball until she was in high school. We look at what her story tells us about the state of youth development for women's basketball, and speak to Girls Got Game about how they empower young girls through sports.
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Five straight, undefeated seasons. 80 straight wins. The NU Lady Bulldogs did all that from 2014 to 2018.
We look back at where and how the Lady Bulldogs' hardcourt dominance began. The team tells us in their own words about the big moments and untold stories of the Greatest Winning Streak Nobody Talks About.
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