Be inspired by the first podcast dedicated to the stories of Filipina athletes. Hosted by sports reporter and award-winning writer Ceej Tantengco, Go Hard Girls imagines what the sports industry would be like if it was better for women.
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Adz Dumapong: The Philippines' First Paralympic Medalist
In the 2000 Sydney Paralympics, para-powerlifter Adeline “Adz” Dumapong lifted the Philippines to a historic victory. In this episode, she takes us through her incredible journey from her childhood in Ifugao Province to her 27-year athletic career. Be inspired by her story of strength, and her greater purpose of advocating for PWD inclusion in sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/25/2024 • 48 minutes, 28 seconds
Redefining Success with Cam Rodriguez of the Filipinas
What does success look like when life throws you off course? After helping the Filipinas qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Cam Rodriguez was cut from the national team lineup just months before the competition. She opens up about heartbreak, resilience, and redefining success on her own terms — as well as her advocacies for safe spaces and mental health. If you’ve ever struggled with setbacks, this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/8/2024 • 27 minutes, 44 seconds
Other Side of the Pitch: Ellie Haenel’s defiant stand as a transwoman in sports
Being the first openly trans athlete in PH football is uncharted territory — equal parts heartbreak and hope, challenge and courage. While her journey has been far from easy, Ellie Haenel inspires with her passion and perseverance. In this episode, guest correspondent Lui Morales shares how football saved Ellie’s life, and how she continues to break barriers on and off the pitch.This episode is made possible through the Go Hard Girls Grants, which empowers creators to tell the stories of Filipina athletes. The Go Hard Girls Grants are supported by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development and Women in News & Sports (WINS). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/27/2024 • 55 minutes, 35 seconds
Struggle makes us stronger: Annie Ramirez' fight for Asian Games gold
Annie Ramirez has been called one of the "golden girls" of jiu-jitsu in the Philippines. But behind her medals is a story of overcoming anxiety, fighting through a pandemic, and discovering her purpose in coaching deaf athletes. Guest correspondent Philip Matel tells her story.This episode is made possible through the Go Hard Girls Grants, which empowers creators to tell the stories of Filipina athletes. The Go Hard Girls Grants are supported by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development and Women in News & Sports (WINS). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/13/2024 • 27 minutes, 3 seconds
Pinay Power! Women's wins at the Olympics
The Olympics are done — what now? Sports journalist Lui Morales and Atleta Filipina founder Bee Go join host Ceej Tantengco-Malolos to discuss the achievements of our athletes in Paris, the progress made in terms of gender parity, and what we hope to see in the next Olympics, particularly for women’s sports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/16/2024 • 34 minutes, 19 seconds
Kaila Napolis, trailblazer for Philippine women’s jiu-jitsu
From being the only woman training in a garage to bringing home multiple gold medals for the Philippines, Kaila Napolis, black belt at Checkmat Manila shares her jiu-jitsu journey and how it shaped her into who she is today. Listen to her story in this special episode with guest correspondent, Marga Jimenez.This episode is made possible through the Go Hard Girls Grants, which empowers creators to tell the stories of Filipina athletes. The Go Hard Girls Grants are supported by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development and Women in News & Sports (WINS). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/6/2024 • 36 minutes, 40 seconds
Ultra-marathoner Julie Uychiat shares the power of journaling
Julie Uychiat has conquered the Sahara Desert — running 250 kilometers over 6 days! In this never-before-heard clip from our conversation after she completed the World Marathon Challenge in 2023, she shares how she uses journaling to take her performance to the next level. Listen to the original episode, “Julie Uychiat: The First Filipino to run a marathon in 7 continents” on the Go Hard Girls podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/9/2024 • 4 minutes, 52 seconds
From ACL Injury to Finals MVP: Tantoy Ferrer's incredible comeback
What does it take to dethrone a 7-time champion? The same grit that takes a player from a career-threatening injury to becoming UAAP Finals MVP. Get to know Tantoy Ferrer of the UST Growling Tigresses in this special episode with guest correspondent Melissa Newsome.This episode is made possible through the Go Hard Girls Grants, which empowers creators to tell the stories of Filipina athletes. The Go Hard Girls Grants are supported by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development and Women in News & Sports (WINS). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/3/2024 • 37 minutes, 12 seconds
Let’s pay it forward for Filipina athletes
Introducing the Go Hard Girls Grants — because uplifting women's sports means growing the space for more storytellers to make a difference. Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco-Malolos shares our new initiative for women’s sports, and you’ll also get to hear a sneak peek of our first grantee’s story!The Go Hard Girls Grants are made possible with the support of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation International Development, the Women in News and Sports initiative, and PumaPodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/25/2024 • 3 minutes, 15 seconds
Letting Women Lead and Inviting Men to Do More (Guest Episode)
"When a woman rocks the boat, there's gonna be no shortage of people trying to shut her down. We need people who say, 'Hey, maybe we listen to her.'" In this candid chat with Carl Javier from "A Better Normal", "Go Hard Girls" creator Ceej Tantengco-Malolos shares the highs and lows of championing women in sports, and the vital role men play in the movement. Happy Women's Month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/19/2024 • 35 minutes, 54 seconds
PH Women’s Hockey team invites GHG onto the Ice
Every year, the International Ice Hockey Federation organizes the World’s Girls Ice Hockey Weekend where thousands of girls from thirty countries participate in events and try ice hockey for the first time. The National Women’s Hockey Team invited Go Hard Girls on to the ice and into the locker room for the event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/7/2024 • 23 minutes, 53 seconds
Kim Mangrobang, Southeast Asia's Triathlon Queen
With 6 SEA Games gold medals to her name, Kim Mangrobang is a force of nature. She opens up about her unconventional path to success and embracing challenges — from living away from her family as a teenager, to racing in both triathlon and duathlon events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/24/2023 • 29 minutes, 35 seconds
Sneak peek: What does a perfect gold medal moment look like?
The best medal is the one you win at home. Kim Mangrobang, Southeast Asia's Triathlon Queen, tells us about her winning moment at the 2019 SEA Games, plus other memorable races in our new episode, coming out November 24! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/22/2023 • 2 minutes
Sneak peek: Academics or athletics? Why not both?
Former Lady Archer Marga Jimenez didn't choose between her UAAP dreams and good grades — she put in the work to achieve both. Learn how she did it in the next episode of Go Hard Girls, coming out October 27! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/24/2023 • 1 minute, 56 seconds
Sneak peek: What's it like to run a marathon in Antarctica?
How far can you go in extreme cold? Julie Uychiat, the first Filipina to complete the World Marathon Challenge, shares what it was like to run in the coldest place on earth. Here's a sneak peek of the first episode of Go Hard Girls Season 4, coming out on October 13! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/5/2023 • 1 minute, 47 seconds
Supercut: Pinay athletes who are succeeding beyond sports
How do you define success? This season, we're featuring the former co-captain of the DLSU Lady Archers basketball team, Marga Jimenez — the latest in our lineup of Pinay athletes who have redefined success, such as Jia Morado, Lexi Noval, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/29/2023 • 3 minutes, 7 seconds
Supercut: Incredible Pinay athletes who have gone around the world
When you go hard, you go places. In our fourth season, Julie Uychiat, the first Filipina to complete the World Marathon Challenge, joins our roster of guests who have proven their talents overseas, such as Jack Animam (Seasons 1-2) and Allana Lim (Season 3). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/22/2023 • 3 minutes, 39 seconds
Coming soon: Filipina athletes show us success on our own terms
Season 4 of Go Hard Girls is right around the corner! We’ve got even more inspiring Filipina athletes, from even more sports, coming your way. Listen for a sneak peek of our first three guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/15/2023 • 2 minutes, 47 seconds
Meggie Ochoa on finding the strength to win (Episode highlight)
Meggie Ochoa has won several jiu-jitsu matches around the world, but not all of them have been easy. In this clip, Meggie talks about how you can win in a match—even when the situation doesn’t seem to be in your favor.Listen to the full episode here: Meggie Ochoa: Champion for children Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/31/2023 • 3 minutes, 26 seconds
Jackie MacMullan: American sportswriting legend (Guest episode)
What does it take to be the first female sports journalist in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame? In this guest episode from The Global Bounce, Jackie MacMullan and host Rafe Bartholomew reflect on her career, working with Charles Barkley and Gregg Popovich, and the progress women are making in the WNBA and US NCAA. Listen to The Global Bounce for more stories of basketball around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/17/2023 • 14 minutes, 40 seconds
Jema Galanza on overcoming her mental health struggles (Episode highlight)
Before she was a professional volleyball star, Jema Galanza faced insecurities in her collegiate career. In this clip, she talks about her doubts in her UAAP years and finding love in herself and her family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/10/2023 • 3 minutes, 59 seconds
The day Gilas Pilipinas Women met young Filipina ballers
Gilas Pilipinas Women made history with back-to-back SEA Games gold medals in 2019 and 2022. It's not just a win for the Philippines, but for the next generation of Filipina ballers, who now have role models to look up to and more opportunities to play. In this episode, you'll hear all about the day the Gilas Women met the Girls Got Game Born Ready Basketball Camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/9/2022 • 15 minutes, 54 seconds
PWNFT’s Cam Rodriguez and Inna Palacios on growing women’s football
The Philippine Women's National Football Team made history when they qualified for the FIFA World Cup. In this special guest episode, Izzy Lee of the Teka Teka News podcast talks to the PWNFT about their historic win, the push for gender equity in football, and what comes next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/11/2022 • 11 minutes, 3 seconds
(REBROADCAST) Bonus episode: Heart over height with Ella Fajardo
Fil-Am baller Ella Fajardo has just committed to play the the US NCAA Division 1. We revisit her interview with Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco, where Ella shares what she fights for on and off the court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/17/2020 • 12 minutes, 26 seconds
Episode 6: Irish Magno, Olympian Under Lockdown
Right before the lockdown, Irish Magno made history as the first Filipina boxer to qualify for the Olympics. Then everything stopped. Get to know this groundbreaking athlete, how she's training in isolation, and how she and her girlfriend are helping Filipinos affected by the coronavirus pandemic. #PrideMonthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/22/2020 • 20 minutes, 33 seconds
Episode 5: Big Mom Energy with Josie Gabuco
Filipina boxer Josie Gabuco has won five straight gold medals in the Southeast Asian Games. Even more impressive? She did it all while being a single mom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/17/2020 • 16 minutes, 3 seconds
Episode 4: Nesthy Petecio Knocks Down Barriers
Let's get intersectional! World amateur boxing champion and SEA Games gold medalist Nesthy Petecio opens up about mental health, being a lesbian athlete, and why she's stronger for all her struggles. What better way to celebrate Women's Month?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/9/2020 • 20 minutes, 41 seconds
Episode 3: No League of Their Own
The Philippines prides itself on being a basketball-loving nation, yet there's no pro league for women. What happens to our Filipina ballers after college? How does this affect the Gilas Pilipinas Women's program? And what do the athletes want (and don't want) from a league? The NU Lady Bulldogs get candid in the third and final episode of our series on women's basketball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/21/2019 • 30 minutes, 23 seconds
Bonus Episode: Ella Fajardo of Gilas Pilipinas
At just 16 years old, Ella Fajardo helped win the Philippines its first FIBA medal in the women's division. In this special bonus episode, Ella and Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco talk about her experiences as a Filipina baller in the USA and why the new generation of female athletes are speaking up for equality like never before.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/20/2019 • 13 minutes, 8 seconds
Bonus Episode: Live and unfiltered with the NU Lady Bulldogs!
NU Lady Bulldogs’ Coach Patrick Aquino, UAAP Finals MVP Jack Animam, and Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco sit down with PumaPodcast CEO Roby Alampay for a roundtable discussion. You’ll hear stories from behind the scenes of Go Hard Girls and what their dreams for women’s basketball are. Recorded live at the PumaPodcast Press Launch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
