Pinoy Patriarch Project
Pinoy Patriarch Project
Michael Pana
Formerly known as the Bayani Warrior Podcast, the Pinoy Patriarch Project is a movement for Filipino and Filipino-American men who aim to be better husbands, fathers, business owners, and leaders. We interview Pinoy leaders, creators, and influencers who exemplify strength, courage, grit, and compassion.
Lakas Talk: Why the Way You Look MATTERS
In this episode I discuss the importance of looking fit, properly dressed, and how looking your best impacts the people you care about.
May 16, 2025
14 min
My Review on TFAL’s Discussion on Filipino-American Masculinity
My buddy Joseph Zoleta of the Black 6 Project showed me that the guys over at This Filipino American Life (TFAL) recently recorded an episode on Filipino American Masculinity. They did a great job and I thought I’d share my thoughts and takes on what they discussed.Leave us a rating and review. Follow us on IG @pinoypatriarchproject
Feb 10, 2025
29 min
Lakas Talk: Why Being a Stay-At-Home Dad is NOT Masculine
In this podcast I discuss a recent post I shared starring legendary comedian Dave Chappelle, and how a conversation with a fellow Filipino-American resulted in a discussion about the necessity of responsibility of a man to produce and provide.
Dec 17, 2024
20 min
Lakas Talk: Why “Cultural Appropriation” Isn’t a Thing
In this podcast, I discuss the topic of Cultural Appropriation, and why Filipino-Americans need to steer clear of preaching it.
Dec 2, 2024
16 min
Lakas Talk: My Favorite Form of Exercise (It’s Not Martial Arts)
In this episode I explain and breakdown my favorite form of exercise. This is something I feel has been a game-changer for my fitness journey and it is something I want to make sure everyone learns about.
Nov 18, 2024
15 min
Lakas Talk: Thoughts at 39
Today is my birthday and I wanted to share a deep thought I had after a conversation with my wife last night.
Nov 14, 2024
8 min
Lakas Talk: Why Having a Toxic Tito Can Be a Good Thing
In this episode I dive into the positive side of having Toxic Titos in your life.
Nov 6, 2024
8 min
Lakas Talk: Why Millenials/Gen Z don’t Embrace Filipino Cultural Values
This episode is inspired by a question by one of my Protector Martial Arts students, Lloyd. Here we discuss why Filipino art, fashion, food, and music have been so heavily embraced by younger Filipinos, but Filipino cultural values aren’t embraced.
Oct 22, 2024
18 min
Lakas Talk: It’s Okay to Suck (Just Don’t Stay that Way)
This episode of the Pinoy Patriarch Project covers the importance of hard work, growth mindset, and how I had to teach my oldest boy the importance of both.
Sep 6, 2024
7 min
MENtal Health & Martial Arts: My Mental Health Journey and How Martial Arts Saved Me.
In this episode, I get very, very real. I speak about a family tragedy, how it affected my mental state, and how martial arts saved me (and can save you) if you are going through a mental health battle. I speak about my recent mental health battles and how my martial arts background helped me get through it.
Jun 12, 2024
31 min
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