Kwentong Creatives
Kwentong Creatives
Gio Puyat
A podcast to get to know creative Filipinos across different fields. We discuss the strategies and beliefs that help us stay centered amidst the challenges of creative work.
24: Tattoos & Culture w/ Mia Claravall-Reyes
Mia Claravall-Reyes is an established tattoo artist who runs her own shop called Chronic Ink. After learning from her mentor Ricky Sta. Ana, she's then gone on to become one of the most prominent names in the country's tattoo industry. She's a constant presence at tattoo festivals locally and abroad, and has become a brand ambassador for brands like Vans and Globe. We talk about tattoos, the interesting Filipino culture surrounding it, and developing an artistic style through experience. Mia also shares mental health wisdom from her unique perspective as a tattoo artist. See her work on IG @mialocatattoo
Aug 11, 2022
52 min
23: Prod.Design & Graphic Design - Creating an Online Show
We talk to production designer Katrish Aristoki & graphic designer Lazir Caluya  - both collaborators of Gio on Alas Netflix, an online show created for Netflix Philippines. We touch on process, mindset and strategies in both of these design-centric fields. 
Aug 3, 2022
55 min
22: Creating an Online Show w/ Writers & Producers
See what it takes to create an online show by hearing from several key staff behind Alas Netflix, a series created for the Netflix Philippines Youtube channel. For this episode we're talking to writers Toni Potenciano & Marga Buenaventura and then producers Alec Rivera & Nina Mendoza. We talk about collaboration, adapting to circumstance, and mental health for busy creatives. 
Jul 27, 2022
1 hr 5 min
21: Cinematography w/ Pong Ignacio
Pong Ignacio is a cinematographer who's worked on films like Heneral Luna, Goyo, Tandem and Liway. He's also built an impressive body of work in the commercial and music video spaces. In this episode we tackle his philosophy in lighting and technology, stories from experiences on specific projects, the beauty of collaboration, and his learnings on mental health from a career in production. 
Jul 20, 2022
1 hr 1 min
20: Music, Community & Identity in the Bay Area w/ DJ ET IV
Growing up as a Filipino in San Francisco, DJ ET IV shares his insights on music, art, community and identity. He's the resident DJ of Ruby Ibarra & the Balikbayans, a collage artist, a teacher and a photographer. Anyone who's interested in the pride & creative energy of the Filipino diaspora will definitely enjoy this episode. 
Jul 13, 2022
56 min
19: Starting a Production House w/ Pao Abrihan, Gab Quimel & Gio Puyat
Advertising directors Pao Abrihan and Gab Quimel join our host Gio Puyat in sharing their experiences in founding & developing ManilaMan, a boutique production house. Learn about the stories and lessons they gained along the way.
Jul 6, 2022
1 hr 10 min
18: Stand-Up Comedy w/ Red Ollero
Red Ollero is a stand-up comedian, host, writer, wrestler and producer. He's sold out theatres and arenas with Comedy Manila, and is currently doing his latest series of shows called Finally! - one of the first live comedy shows since the pandemic. He's gone viral for his characters, sketches, and on-stage presence as the current hypeman of the Leni Robredo rallies. 
Apr 21, 2022
1 hr 2 min
17: Financial Literacy w/ Mariel of Simply Finance PH
Take control of your financial matters with Mariel Bitanga of Simply Finance PH. We explore general topics like financial foundations, investing, and self-care. Also we dive into specific questions from a creative and freelancer perspective.
Mar 17, 2022
41 min
16: Fashion Photography w/ BJ Pascual
BJ Pascual is one of the country’s most in-demand photographers - having shot over 300 magazine covers thus far - as well as countless billboards and ads for major brands in the Philippines. Aside from learning more about his personal history and journey in the industry, we also get plenty of insight into BJ's approach to identity, creative direction & mental health.  
Feb 28, 2022
1 hr 1 min
15: Creative Couples w/ Jim & Saab + Raymond & Trina
We talk to creative couples Jim & Saab Bacarro (Wake Up with Jim & Saab Podcast/Cheats/Puddy Rock) and directing duo Raymond & Trina Dacones (Two Fold Media) about the ins and outs of collaboration. 
Feb 10, 2022
32 min
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