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Future Ancestors

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by FutureAncestors.tv

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FutureAncestors.tv is a multimedia platform and podcast that explores the Filipino American experience through the voices of those who live it. The history of the Philippines and the United States is both parallel and intertwined. A story of migration, resilience, and identity that continues to evolve. From farm fields to film sets, from nurses to next-gen creatives, artists, and innovators, generations of Filipinos have always built something bigger than themselves. Our history runs deep, across islands, oceans, and generations. Every story adds another line to the blueprint we're leaving behind. Through storytelling, conversation, and cultural reflection, Future Ancestors preserves the wisdom of the past while leaving a blueprint for the next generation. We're here to honor our past, celebrate our present, and inspire the next generation by shaping a more rooted, connected, and liberated future.

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Episode thumbnail for Jay Ross (aka PocketKings) – Designer, Creative, Filipino Streetwear Visionary

November 25, 2025

Jay Ross (aka PocketKings) – Designer, Creative, Filipino Streetwear Visionary

<p data-start="471" data-end="753">In this powerful episode of the Future Ancestors Podcast, hosts <strong data-start="537" data-end="552">Kat Serrano</strong> and <strong data-start="557" data-end="573">Jason Encite</strong> sit down with <strong data-start="588" data-end="600">Jay Ross</strong>, the Filipino American designer behind <strong data-start="640" data-end="655">PocketKings</strong>, the rising handmade fashion brand known for its iconic kimonos and culturally rooted streetwear.</p> <p data-start="755" data-end="1169">Jay opens up about growing up disconnected from his Filipino identity, discovering his voice through creativity, and finding purpose through grief, fatherhood, and rediscovering his roots. He shares how sewing by hand turned into a brand, how his wife pushed him toward entrepreneurship, and how his designs became sought after by major artists, including <strong data-start="1111" data-end="1134">Michael K. Williams</strong>, <strong data-start="1136" data-end= "1145">Taboo</strong>, and <strong data-start="1151" data-end= "1168">Henry Golding</strong>.</p> <p data-start="1171" data-end="1433">From competing in Filipino basketball leagues to hustling through poker, navigating loss, honoring his parents, and building a fashion house that refuses to compromise its purpose — Jay's journey is a testament to resilience, self-belief, and ancestral guidance.</p> <p data-start="1435" data-end="1469"><strong data-start="1435" data-end="1467">In this episode, we explore:</strong></p> <ul data-start="1470" data-end="1926"> <li data-start="1470" data-end="1528"> <p data-start="1472" data-end="1528">Growing up Filipino in NYC and searching for belonging</p> </li> <li data-start="1529" data-end="1586"> <p data-start="1531" data-end="1586">How grief shaped Jay's creativity and emotional depth</p> </li> <li data-start="1587" data-end="1653"> <p data-start="1589" data-end="1653">The spiritual + ancestral connection behind his kimono designs</p> </li> <li data-start="1654" data-end="1726"> <p data-start="1656" data-end="1726">Why PocketKings resonated with celebrities — without paid placements</p> </li> <li data-start="1727" data-end="1777"> <p data-start="1729" data-end="1777">His unreal basketball story in the Philippines</p> </li> <li data-start="1778" data-end="1821"> <p data-start="1780" data-end="1821">How he designs with intention, not hype</p> </li> <li data-start="1822" data-end="1873"> <p data-start="1824" data-end="1873">The role his wife played in launching the brand</p> </li> <li data-start="1874" data-end="1926"> <p data-start="1876" data-end="1926">Why he believes his work is "an answered prayer"</p> </li> </ul> <p data-start="1928" data-end="2061">If you love conversations about culture, identity, creativity, fashion, and healing — this is one of the most heartfelt episodes yet.</p> <p data-start="2063" data-end="2151"><strong data-start="2063" data-end="2097">Follow Jay Ross / PocketKings:</strong><br data-start="2097" data-end="2100" /> Instagram: @PocketKingsbk</p> <p data-start="2153" data-end="2292"><strong data-start="2153" data-end="2191">Watch the full episode on YouTube:</strong> FutureAncestors.tv<br data-start="2210" data-end="2213" /> <strong data-start="2213" data-end="2233">Follow us on IG:</strong> @FutureAncestors.tv</p>

Episode thumbnail for Becoming Our Ancestors' Wildest Dreams with Dr. Kevin Nadal

October 31, 2025

Becoming Our Ancestors' Wildest Dreams with Dr. Kevin Nadal

<p>In this episode of Future Ancestors, we sit down with Dr. Kevin Nadal, an award-winning author, educator, and one of the most influential voices in the Filipino American community. We're talking about decolonizing the mind with Dr. Kevin Nadal on identity, healing, and legacy.</p> <p>A distinguished professor at John Jay College and the CUNY Graduate Center, Dr. Nadal has spent his career exploring identity, mental health, intersectionality, and Filipino American psychology. From being the first openly gay president of the Asian American Psychological Association to co-founding the LGBTQ Scholars of Color Network, his work has helped generations heal from colonial trauma and reclaim pride in who we are.</p> <p>In this conversation, Dr. Nadal opens up about his family's migration story, what it means to decolonize the mind, and how Filipinos have always been warriors for justice, even when history tried to erase us. He shares the importance of representation, community healing, and the spiritual connection to our ancestors that continues to guide his purpose.</p> <p><strong>In this episode, you'll hear:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Filipino American Psychology & Generational Healing</p> </li> <li> <p>Queer Identity & Representation</p> </li> <li> <p>Decolonization & Mental Health</p> </li> <li> <p>Community, Kapwa, and Liberation Work</p> </li> <li> <p>Parenting, Legacy, and Future Ancestors</p> </li> </ul> <p>If you've ever wondered how our personal healing ties into the collective liberation of our people, this episode will remind you that we are our ancestors' wildest dreams.</p> <p>If this conversation inspired you, please share it with a friend: pass the episode on. Don't forget to subscribe, like & follow us wherever you're tuning in from, and leave us a review on Apple/Spotify, and connect with us on Instagram <a title= "@futureancestors.tv" href= "https://www.instagram.com/futureancestors.tv/">@futureancestors.tv</a> or at <a href= "https://www.futureancestors.tv/">www.FutureAncestors.tv</a></p> <p>Follow Kevin Nadal on Instagram to follow his journey: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/kevinnadal/">@kevinnadal</a></p>

Episode thumbnail for From Passion to Progress: The Filipina Leader Behind NYC’s New Community Center

October 24, 2025

From Passion to Progress: The Filipina Leader Behind NYC’s New Community Center

<p data-start="194" data-end="692">Public health advocate and AAPI community leader Rachelle Perez-Ocampo (President, NAFFAA New York, co-host of Makilala TV) joins Future Ancestors to discuss caring for a community, navigating burnout, bureaucracy, and achieving big wins. From navigating pandemic motherhood to securing a federal grant to establish a Filipino community center in Little Manila, Woodside (Queens).</p> <h3 data-start="694" data-end="713">In this episode</h3> <ul data-start="714" data-end="1251"> <li data-start="714" data-end="811"> <p data-start="716" data-end="811">Growing up Filipina in a majority-white neighborhood and finding identity through campus organizations</p> </li> <li data-start="812" data-end="898"> <p data-start="814" data-end="898">Why community work can be toxic and draining, and how Rochelle protects her peace</p> </li> <li data-start="899" data-end="1017"> <p data-start="901" data-end="1017">The inside story of winning New York State’s largest grant for a Filipino group and what the center will offer</p> </li> <li data-start="1018" data-end="1078"> <p data-start="1020" data-end="1078">Pandemic parenting, pods, and rebuilding support systems</p> </li> <li data-start="1079" data-end="1164"> <p data-start="1081" data-end="1164">Grassroots vs. policy work, and why empathy + optimism are Rachelle’s superpowers</p> </li> <li data-start="1165" data-end="1251"> <p data-start="1167" data-end="1251">Makilala TV: a decade of Filipina voices on air and why representation still matters</p> </li> </ul> <p>Listen now to see how optimism + organizing can change a community.</p> <p>If this conversation inspired you, please share it with a friend: pass the episode on. Don't forget to subscribe, like & follow us wherever you're tuning in from, and leave us a review on Apple/Spotify, and connect with us on Instagram <a title= "@futureancestors.tv" href= "https://www.instagram.com/futureancestors.tv/">@futureancestors.tv</a> or at <a href= "https://www.futureancestors.tv/">www.FutureAncestors.tv</a></p> <p>Follow Rachelle Ocampo on Instagram to follow his journey: <a title="@rockyrach16" href= "https://www.instagram.com/rockyrach16/?hl=en">@rockyrach16</a></p>

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What is Future Ancestors?

FutureAncestors.tv is a multimedia platform and podcast that explores the Filipino American experience through the voices of those who live it.

The history of the Philippines and the United States is both parallel and intertwined. A story of migration, resilience, and identity that continues to evolve. From farm fields to film sets, from nurses to next-gen creatives, artists, and innovators, generations of Filipinos have always built something bigger than themselves.

Our history runs deep, across islands, oceans, and generations. Every story adds another line to the blueprint we're leaving behind. Through storytelling, conversation, and cultural reflection, Future Ancestors preserves the wisdom of the past while leaving a blueprint for the next generation.

We're here to honor our past, celebrate our present, and inspire the next generation by shaping a more rooted, connected, and liberated future.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates weekly.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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