SICK LEAVE NGA EH!

This week, we unpack the great mysteries of Filipino behavior — like why people stand up the second the plane lands, why personal space becomes optional in airport lines, and whether hotpot is just… fancy nilaga (don’t fight us). We also touch on political family drama, AMA questions, money tips, and the eternal debate on when a “sick leave” is actually sick.Send letters to jimandsaab.com/malibag 📩Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at [email protected].

The 6-year-old wonderkid Vito returns to the podcast! He takes us through an improv history of elevators while Jim dives into bedtime routines, helping kids regulate emotions, and even a little talk about protein intake. 🎧 Listen and subscribe to Wake Up with Jim and Saab on Spotify.Join our community at jimandsaab.com! Proceeds help support children with cerebral palsy.

Ever found yourself seconds away from snapping at a stranger, but managed to keep it together (barely)? In this episode, we talk about emotional regulation — what it means, why it’s hard, and how it can save your sanity in a world full of power-tripping receptionists.We also dive into the sudden changes in Panatang Makabayan, weird AI voices at Burger King, and a wild Malibag entry involving a priest. It’s a ride through patience, perspective, and the occasional “I’m sorry po."Send letters to jimandsaab.com/malibag! Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at [email protected].

In this special episode, Jim sits down with Vito for a fun chat about everything from The Beatles to Rizal — and yes, even burping! Vito talks about his own podcast Puddy Rock, his favorite music, and morning routines.Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

In this episode, we rant about how accountability feels impossible in the Philippines, why everything here seems designed to make life harder, and what that says about our system.We also read a Malibag about learning to lead at work — how to earn respect when your officemates don’t seem to take you seriously.Send letters via jimandsaab.com/malibag! Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗For any collaboration, brand partnership, and campaign run inquiries, e-mail us at [email protected].

What do you do when you accidentally let one rip in front of someone you barely know? Do you own up to it, or just pretend nothing happened? In this episode, we take a break from politics (don’t worry, we’ll be back next week!) to talk about fart etiquette, burps at the dinner table, and why “performative males” might just be the new douchebags. We also go on a nostalgia trip with 2000s music videos, rant about Tim Cook removing the AUX jack, and debate whether wired earphones and tote bags make you a poser or just practical.Send letters to [email protected]! Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

How does practicing gratitude actually change your brain, your relationships, and even your health? In this episode, we break down the science of being thankful, why forced “thank yous” backfire, and how gratitude can coexist with grief. We also share real-life tips you can try right away—no 15-hour saunas required.Globe is celebrating 10 years of 917 GDay this September, their big thank you month! From daily surprise gifts to raffle prizes and concerts, Globe is showing gratitude to customers in fun, meaningful ways. Don’t miss your chance! Check the GlobeOne app today for your GDay surprise. https://www.globe.com.ph/g-dayJoin jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children withcerebral palsy. 💗

Billions of pesos stolen. Senate hearings that feel like circus acts. Protests on the streets. In this episode, we dive into the latest updates on the flood control scandal and why Filipinos are angrier than ever.We break down what happened in the Sep 23, 2025 Blue Ribbon Committee hearing, including Henry Alcantara’s "explosive" affidavit, the budget insertion scams, and the senators caught in the crossfire. We also share our experience at the September 21 rally—why we went, what we saw, and why it feels like something is finally starting, even if the fight is far from over.Expect rants and reflections on what accountability should look like for corrupt politicians.Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

In this episode, Congressman Chel Diokno joins us to break down the flood-control scandal, the integrity of the ongoing hearings, and what Filipinos should demand as the Sept 21 rally approaches. We also ask him how this case compares to past corruption scandals, what citizens can do to fight corruption.Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks—each donation helps children with cerebral palsy. ❤️

Paano kung yung bilyones na dapat pang-flood control projects, biglang naging casino chips? In this episode, we spill the tea on the ghost projects that are being investigated in senate and congress — complete with kickbacks, fake receipts, and the so-called “BGC Boys”...We talk about:Kickbacks na parang standard operating procedure naPaano nagiging fake projects ang flood walls at canals₱2 billion (!!) na nilaro sa casinos gamit ang pera ng bayanMga senador at congressmen na nadadawit sa issueAnd the bigger question: paano tayo makaka-move forward kung lagi tayong stuck sa “lesser evil” politics?Bonus: usapang Louis Vuitton shirts at Rolex na suot ng mga district engineers na supposedly ₱70k/month lang ang sahod. Kasi bakit hindi, ‘di ba??Leave suggestions in the comments of who we should guest on the pod to discuss more!Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗