Kwentuhang May Cy-Cy: Recent Episodes
Cyrel Rodriguez
Kwentuhang May Cy-Cy (A Story that Makes Sense) is a former livestream program turned podcast!
Tune in every Saturday at 8 pm as we talk about life through the lens of an educator!
As we step into the world of adulthood, it is really difficult to find some rest. Some people would consider it a sin; knowing that there are a lot of things you have to prioritize and finish, but some would say that it is just right to have one especially if you feel exhausted or drained. In this episode, we shared the types of rest that we prefer and why the feeling of guilt in taking rest is not bad at all.
They say good things always come to an end and online class is not an exception. Before we officially close the final tab of this online experience, Sol and I looked back on our journey as college teachers during the pandemic, the challenges we encountered, and the realizations that truly changed our vision and mission in teaching our students.
In today’s world, someone often claims to be hurt or offended by something. With people who come from different walks of life, is it just right to perceive that the current generation has become too politically correct and sensitive? In this episode, we asked Jan Lester Beler about his perceptions of how age and technology affect the way we establish, develop, and maintain social relationships with people from different generations.
It’s that time of the year again! Love is in the air! Love is for everyone! In this pre-valentine episode, we talked about how we perceive love, our love languages, and how love teaches us to become better people as we grow old. Happy Valentine’s Day to you, our dear listener!
Have you experienced having a thing towards someone yet you are unsure where the both of you stand? It would be a tough situation, right? In this episode, we talked about the most controversial topic in relationships—THE LABELS!
Is life beautiful? Is life a blessing? Is life a gift? In this episode, Sol and I reflected on our life recently, how we see it as young adults, and why it is so important to live our life to the fullest and with no regrets.
Is it true that favorites exist among siblings? How hard it is to be the ate or kuya of the house? How about being the bunso? In this episode, Sol and I shared what it feels like to be the eldest and the youngest in the family.
Kwentuhang May Cy-Cy is back with a bang! As we welcome the year 2023, Sol and I looked back on our memorable 2022 highlights: the things that we are grateful for, the lessons it brought in our lives—the good and the bad, and shared some things that we are looking forward to this amazing year!
It has been a Catholic tradition in the Philippines to attend a series of 9 consecutive holy masses before Christmas. This is popularly known in the country as “Simbang Gabi.” In this episode, we shared our unforgettable moments attending this Eucharistic celebration, together with the famous Filipino delicacies that surely motivated us to wake up early at 3:00 am!++++++Featured music:The Christmas Song by New York Jazz TrioAll rights and credit go directly to its rightful owners. No copyright infringement intended.
We only have 25 days before Christmas and a lot of Filipinos are already hoarding presents for their family, relatives, and of course, the little inaanaks! As one of the much-awaited holidays every year, how can someone manage to provide Christmas presents while having a tight budget? In this episode, we discussed our take on budgeting our money as we prepare for this highly anticipated gift-giving in the country!++++++Featured music:Let It Snow by New York Jazz TrioAll rights and credit go directly to its rightful owners. No copyright infringement intended.
With the festive lights and decorations, we see in our neighbors’ houses, shopping malls, and even in schools, we can’t deny that Christmas excites our hearts. As we went through childhood, we also had a chance to attend our much-awaited yearly Christmas parties! That’s why in the first episode of this full-month Christmas special, it’s better to look back and share our unforgettable memories as children during the holiday season.++++++Featured music:Jingle Bells by New York Jazz TrioAll rights and credit go directly to its rightful owners. No copyright infringement intended.
They say kindness is something that a person can willingly give or share with anyone regardless of their social status, personal relationship, and the way they were raised. However, some people would abuse someone’s kindness and eventually would take that person for granted. As heartbreaking as it may sound, there is a need to address this issue. Tune in to find out how.
It is normal for everyone to idolize someone especially if they have a huge contribution to society and in your life in particular. We tend to follow every life update about them to the extent that we also know even their deepest darkest secrets. In case they do have one, what should we do as a fan? In this episode, Sol and I shared our sentiments on cancel culture on artists and our opinion if it is really possible to separate art from the artist.
No student wants to fail an examination. That’s a fact. We may have prayed a lot and even shared some memes online just to manifest a passing mark, but the truth is we have to give our fair share of effort to achieve this goal. Tune in to this episode as Sol and I shared our personal secrets in studying for the much-awaited midterm examination.
As people started to date someone, they feel elated by this unexplained feeling it gives. And because of that, you’re now looking forward for more after that sweet encounter. But the problem is, that person never returned your texts or your calls. To feel that you are not alone in this, tune in to this episode as my friends and I shared our sentiments on ghosting and being ghosted in this Halloween episode.
One of the highlights of being an education student is the teaching internship. This is where you can show the things and skills you learned in your college years and a reflection of hard work and dedication to be the next game changers in the lives of our future students. As exciting as it may sound, this journey is not guaranteed to be a smooth-sailing one. In this episode, Sol and I looked back on our unforgettable experiences as student interns, its ups and downs, and how it molded us to be better educators of today’s generation.
With the existence of the digital world, a lot of youngsters can become content creators in an instant. But little did they know that this simple dream carries a lot of things that no one ever expected. To prepare yourself if you are planning to be one, tune in to this episode as I interviewed Val, the recently awarded “Most Influential Student” in Cavite State University, a motivational speaker, and the man behind the page and now a podcast “Good Talks with Val”, as he looked back on his journey and discussed the true meaning of “influence”.
As we grow old, receiving criticism has become a common thing; be it from our family, friends, colleagues, or even from the people we do not personally know. However, some of these remarks hurt to the core that all we can do is cry and question ourselves, “Am I not good enough?”. In this episode, Sir Regel and I discussed our take on expressing one’s opinion and how this serves as a deal breaker towards self-development.
As part of the human experience, we constantly meet new people and can make deeper connections that may last a lifetime. On the other hand, some would say that these connections may come and go. But the real question is, “Are friends seasonal or for keeps?” In this episode, Julie and I shared our thoughts on creating authentic friendships as we also looked back on our unexpected relationship from being classmates and colleagues to lifelong friends.
“Follow your passion” has become a well-worn phrase for many adults nowadays. This is not just an issue for young professionals, but it can also be a problem for those who feel lost and stuck in jobs they do not enjoy. In this episode, my good friend, Sol, and I discussed our sentiments on what to pursue between passion and practicality, what should come first, and the reality of life as a young adult.
Now that most universities in the country gradually shift back to the much-awaited return of face-to-face classes, how incoming and current college students will adjust and survive this cutthroat environment? The best way to find out is to tune in to this episode as I interviewed Val, who experienced attending both learning modalities in college.
It's been two years since the education system shifted from face-to-face to online learning. As we already get ourselves acquainted with this learning modality, are we ready to meet our students in person...again? In this episode, my former colleague and live stream partner, Mhai, shared our stories of preparation and expectations for the upcoming semester.
We see college graduation as a result of one's hard work and dedication, but little did we know that this constitutes greater pressure and expectations. In this episode, Jannela, a magna cum laude graduate of BA Journalism from Cavite State University shares her experiences dealing with pressure and expectations from friends, family, and the community.
Apart from the medals and recognitions we receive in school because of academics, some students are also exploring this wholesome experience by joining different school organizations. With time as their primary competitor in juggling both worlds, what’s the catch? In this episode, Gelo, a current student leader at Cavite State University shared the pros and cons of joining one.
If there is one thing that most students are anxious about doing, it's the thesis. Is it an easy feat to accomplish or not? In this episode, Zephora, Jay Ann, Dei, Joana, and Kath, my thesis advisees, share their unforgettable core memories of writing a thesis manuscript.
Being known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines, Baguio City is one of the most well-visited places in the country. In this episode, I shared my experiences as I travel and explore this beautiful city, what’s new, and how it feels like to be one with the locals.
Our life is a manifestation of new learning and discoveries. As we grow old, there are things that we thought would work for us, but they didn’t. In this episode, I talked about my content creation experiences, the highs and the lows, and why it led me here—making a podcast for you guys.