OFWs work in different environments that require various physical demands and often puts them in stressful situations. In this episode, Marisel Araw, a single mother, discusses how she manages to work as a nurse in Singapore, while dealing with homesickness and loneliness.

Together Again by Marisel Araw

In this podcast episode, Eleanor Oberio, founder of Elford Creative Publishing,&nbsp;and one of the editors of the book on which this podcast is based, provides&nbsp;an overview of the various&nbsp;experiences of migrant workers living in Singapore .She also shares her own journey as a part of an&nbsp;OFW family who used to live in Singapore, encouraging listeners to commit their lives to something bigger, rekindle their passion for pursuing their dreams, and strengthen their faith in the Lord. To grab a copy of the anthology, "Unboxing the Balikbayan Box", please visit https:www.elfordcreativepublishing.com/unboxing.

Epilogue

Camille Rodriguez explains how Singlish, a language that she initially found alienating, eventually became a coping strategy for her and served as a reminder of Singapore, which she considers to be her second home.

Singlish by Camille Rodriguez

In this episode, Dan and Natalie shares&nbsp;how being an OFW is like fighting an internal war and how they were able to overcome their own problems while serving God in a foreign land.

Dan-Nat So Love Story by Dan Co and Natalie Chua-Co

A lion's head with a mermaid's tail. It's amazing how an icon can change the course of your life forever. In this episode, husband and wife, Ian and Jessica Sespeñe, shares how Singapore refined and redefined who they are and why this country will always hold a special place in their hearts.

Thank you, Singapore by Jessica and Ian Sespeñe

In this episode, Joana Caoleng recalls how as a single mom she overcame an emergency Caesarean section, how her daughter survived miraculously and her inspiring story of how she started establishing a social enterprise as part of her advocacy.

Never Give Up by Joana Caoleng

How do you cope with the challenges of living in a foreign country? Listen in as Doc Nina Pernia recounts her first Christmas as an OFW, when she had no money to buy gifts to bring back home, and how her journey taught her how to completely rely on God for everything.

Transformation by Dr. Nina Pernia

Fatima, a former OFW recounts her story of how she overcame financial challenges, saved her family, and paid off their debts. She also offers important advice on how other OFW families can overcome their financial problems. ***DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

Family is Home by Fatima Acuña

Most OFWs leave the country&nbsp;&nbsp;in order to build a brighter future for their children. However, Voltaire opted to abandon everything in&nbsp;order to spend more time with his family. Listen in as Voltaire offers his thoughts on what it's like to be a househusband in a foreign place.
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DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed by the podcast creators, hosts, and guests do not necessarily reflect the official policy and position of Podcast Network Asia. Any content provided by the people on the podcast are of their own opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone or anything.

Houseband by Voltaire Lozada

The stories of love, sacrifice, and untold experiences may be found hidden within each Balikbayan Box. This podcast, which is based on the book of the same title, features the stories and inspirations of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), former OFWs, and their families in Singapore.
Listen in as they share their tales to inspire, encourage, and provide hope in these challenging times. 

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Visit https://www.elfordcreativepublishing.com/unboxing to order your copy of the anthology.

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