Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Jim Bacarro and Saab Magalona started one of the first local podcasts back in 2018. From debates about trashy reality shows to talking about the importance of voter registration, they have cultivated quite an engaged community who have dubbed them their /podparents/. Jim and Saab may be the ones doing the talking but they definitely make their listeners feel heard. If you're interested in collaborating with our podcast through brand partnerships, advertisements or other collabs, please send an email to our management: info@thepodnetwork.com
Episodes
What do you do when your bridesmaid—who’s also your childhood best friend—drops the news that she’s pregnant, with a due date the same month as your wedding? In this Malibag episode, we talk about managing wedding expectations, navigating friendship during different life stages, choosing compassion over judgment, and remembering that the wedding is just the beginning of a marriage.
We also share exciting news about Cheats Day at Lin...
How do you cope with the aftermath of being led on by someone you opened yourself up to, and on top of that, someone you still work with? In this Malibag episode, we talk about accountability, breadcrumbing, power imbalance in relationships, and expressing your feelings.
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Jim and Saab ask the big question: is it too late to go back to school? (Spoiler: it’s not.) They talk career pivots, unexpected perks of adult learning, and why it’s never too late to grow—even if you’ve got a job, kids, or both.
This episode is brought to you by Mapúa’s Business and Health Sciences Programs for Working Professionals, in collaboration with Arizona State University. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to level up your...
In this episode, we talk about how men often go to extreme lengths to avoid facing their emotions. Jim shares takeaways from the book he’s currently reading, and babasagin ni Saab ang trip niya.
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In this Malibag episode, we read a letter from someone who got married—and then got ghosted. Her best friend, who was by her side through everything, suddenly disappeared from her life with no explanation. We talk about grief over lost friendships, closure that never comes, and why some people say goodbye without saying a word.
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In this Malibag episode, a listener writes in about something she discovered that she wasn’t supposed to see. After snooping on her boyfriend’s email, she found flirty messages he sent to his ex—while they were already dating. Now she’s torn: should she bring it up or let it go? We talk about boundaries, gut feelings, and why it’s so hard to trust someone again after even a small betrayal.
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Our letter sender struggles with an ex who has moved on and is turning her friends against her. We talk about heartbreak, closure, and the complicated feelings that come with unexpected news.
We also reflect on the small things we used to hate as kids that we now genuinely enjoy as adults.
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In this Malibag episode, we read a letter from a listener who’s been crushing on someone she keeps running into at work—but after a year of kilig moments, she’s left wondering: Does he like me or is this going nowhere? Awkward Jim also asks the question: How do you deal with people you’ve held hands with before? Paano nga ba ang almost-lovers?
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The Malibag is finally back!! We have 2 letters read in this episode. 1 is about a cheating co-worker and the 2nd one is about someone who is stuck in a horrible marriage.
We unpack the red flags, offer honest advice, and open up deeper convos about boundaries, self-worth, and knowing when to walk away. As always, you can join jimandsaab.com for more exclusive stuff.
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In this episode, Jim and Saab chat with Harvie and Eizza De Baron to answer the question: Can I eat instant noodles everyday? We also find out how food affects energy, sleep, anxiety, and the truth behind different nutrition myths. The food educators discuss real healing through food and share easy tips for eating better — no strict diets needed!
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We back!!! When was the last time you just sat outside and looked at some beautiful trees swaying in the wind?? Jim and Saab get lost in how much they appreciate trees, some of the propaganda they are or aren't falling for, how exciting their latest gig was, and more in this episode.
The MALIBAG is back!! Share what's bugging you lately or kung trip mo lang magkwento and we might pick your problem/story to discuss on the...
What does it really mean to be healthy? Jim and Saab get into the 4 pillars of health they're learning to prioritize now that they know better.
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In this episode, we kick things off with some stuff we need to get off our chest, like the question: Have you ever had to sneeze while driving? Then we sit down with the Editor-in-Chief of Smart Parenting, Ronna Capili Bonifacio (@ronnabonifacio), to dive into parenting in the digital age, the myth of knowing everything, decision-making as parents, and more. No judgment, no pressure, just real talk on figuring it out as you go.
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This week, we share some pretty appalling experiences we had during high school and corporate life, and differentiate between what is "true" and what is "false" anxiety.
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Hope you had a blessed Holy Week celebration, Podkids!! Happy Easter 💖 This week, Saab attempts Jim's usual run-down of topic tidbits–the new Beatles film series, Katy Perry flying to space, her "best year" theory, and more. (Watch till the end for a bonus episode with a very special guest!🤗)
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Jim poses the question stated in the title, and Saab helps him figure this out with the help of her #CoachSaab learnings. They discuss blunting emotions, panic attacks, and why it's important to actually deal with your emotions.
If you enjoyed this episode, you might be interested in joining chaoscontrolclub.com where Saab helps individuals with ADHD (and even non-ADHDers) manage their day-to-day chaos! For anyone struggling...
Jim & Saab go in on some so-called productivity gurus and share their perspective on productivity, some books they've been reading, recent tech upgrades, and more.
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During a fun date with Manny in San Juan, Jim noticed that "kids" these days don't really drink to have fun anymore–they have coffee at 10PM. Weird ba??
In this episode, Jim & Saab talk about the future of socializing, the circumstances they had back then, bad pick-up tactics, technological advances, and more!
Support the pod by joining us at jimandsaab.com and chaoscontrolclub.com (because group therapy is ...
Hear us out... Parang hindi ata ito 'yung tamang paggamit ng trend? 😂 Pero join us as we share some of our crushes–from cutest to most questionable! Kayo ba, sa tingin niyo nagbi-brief si Beast?? Do you agree na kinopya lang ng Disney ang Wicked sa Frozen? Share your thoughts and hear-me-outs in the comments and IG stories! 🫶
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Big headlines, the little wins that matter, and stuff we've been enjoying lately! We talk more throwbacks, the latest buzz in Philippine news, and books we're obsessing over. Plus, a reminder to celebrate progress—big or small :)
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