Is this a dream? Is this real? Is this really a new episode? It is! And the lesson explains the long wait… traffic! No one does traffic like Manila does! So, listen in as the crew talks about getting stuck in EDSA… and Razi almost dying in a mo

Hello… Updates!

Mar 13th, 2016

Hey, everyone! If you’re all wondering what happened to some of our episodes, we’re currently remastering them! We’ll upload them soon (i.e. when we find time!) haha! Hope all is well! While we’re busy with the episodes, follow us on twitter @k

Wooooah! We haven’t updated in more than a year!

Apr 12th, 2014

But… stay connected with us on our Facebook page: kalyespeak and on twitter: @kalyespeakWe might just record soon… KITA KITS!!!Filed under: Uncategorized

Elementary – Suntanned from the Beach

Dec 20th, 2012

It’s not a Christmas episode, we know, but who wouldn’t want a lesson about the beach? Well, here it is! Mickey and Cris talk about getting a tan from the beach! And be careful how you pronounce that B word (unless you want to emulate our favor

Elementary – Lilipat Migration

Nov 26th, 2012

Saying goodbye is never easy, but remembering always softens the blow. In this new lesson from the Kspeak Crew, we talk something every Filipino can relate to – migration! We will also learn how easy it is to use the future tense in Filipino! K

Asan na yung new episodes?!

Aug 28th, 2012

Hey guys! Sorry if we haven’t uploaded new lessons in a while! Mickey’s reviewing for the law bar exams and hasn’t had time to gather the gang for a recording session! Come November, we’ll surely squeeze in time to record some new podcasts! But

Elementary-We’re Late. Maliligo Lang Ako.

Apr 20th, 2012

You’re in a rush, you have to get going, but your friend stinks. What to do? Well, practice this helpful dialog of course! Mickey and Jovitt break down the useful phrases of this episode, while Pupay and Razi talk about palangganas, tabos, an

Kamusta na?

Mar 26th, 2012

Sorry if we haven’t uploaded new lessons yet! But we surely will come mid-April and May! So for now, brush up with our old lessons! Kita kits!!Filed under: Uncategorized

Elementary – Driving School

Feb 2nd, 2012

They say that if you can drive in the Philippines, you can drive anywhere. But this innate talent of driving has to come from somewhere right? Of course! And all roads lead back to driving school which is what Mickey and Cris will discuss in 20

Elementary – Gutom! Sisig!

Nov 26th, 2011

After a long wait, we’re back with, yes, you guessed it, another food-related lesson! Cris, Jov, and Mickey tackle a classic Pampangueno dish: sisig – a staple for almost every Filipino who drinks beer or hangs out in a grill. It’s delicious. I

Pika-pika! – Bahala Na Si Batman

Aug 2nd, 2011

Caught in a pickle? Bite off more than you can chew? Crap hit the fan? Thinking of eating that balut? In love with Katy Perry but you’re not Russell Brand? Well, if you don’t know what to do, then listen in! Cris and Mickey talk about this odd

Elementary – Joke Time!

Jul 19th, 2011

Is there a better way than to start your day with a joke? Of course! That’s by saying a joke in Filipino! In this (long-awaited!) installment of Kalyespeak, Cris and Mickey share a classic Filipino joke, while Jovitt gets off his pison and shar

Try Mo Try Ko! – Bilangan ng Baboy

Jul 1st, 2011

Let’s start July off with a new lesson to pig out on! Ah, did you get that? Did you get that clue? If you did, then this month’s offering of Try Mo, Try Ko will be as easy as pie (even if its an advanced lesson!). Don’t forget to leave your ans

Try Mo Try Ko! – Sundutan!

May 25th, 2011

Clean those ears and sharpen those minds because it’s time for another listening lesson with Try Mo, Try Ko! Cris and Razi eavesdrop on an odd conversation between Jovitt and Bernice. So, what’s happening??? Let us know what you think!

Announcement:

Apr 4th, 2011

We will be back late April. Sorry, been busy with school and I am not in Manila now to edit any new episodes. See you all soon, kita kitsMickeyFiled under: News and Updates!

Try Mo Try Ko! – Breaking Up

Feb 7th, 2011

Lessons too basic for you? Well, here’s a good way to test your Filipino listening and comprehension skills! Listen in as Razi and Cris introduce Kalyespeak’s newest series “Try Mo, Try ko!” Leave your answers to the questions in the comments s

No new posts?! But why?!

Sep 22nd, 2010

hey guys! Sorry for the lack of updates from the site! Been a busy week preparing for exams! Will upload some new lessons when I have the time to edit! – mickeyFiled under: News and Updates!

Esteban’s Tagalog Video Lessons

Aug 26th, 2010

Listener and commenter first class Steve has made a couple of videos on learning Tagalog on his YouTube site with hopefully more to come. We, as previous costume wearing dilettantes for different academic purposes, appreciate anyone willing to

Outside of the “behind the scenes”

Jul 27th, 2010

Just a mini-post to show you guys the view from where we have been recording the Kalye Speak episodes for the last few months.Filed under: Uncategorized

Pika Pika! – Ang Bait Mo Naman!

Apr 26th, 2010

Why, thank you, you’re so kind! Ever the polite language, Filipino can actually be used sarcastically, as is often the case with this phrase, “ang bait mo naman!” Listen in as Cris, Mickey and Jovitt discuss this ubiquitous phrase. Download me!

Lull in the lessons updates…

Nov 26th, 2009

Hey Kalyespeakers! Sorry if we haven’t uploaded new audio lessons in the past month or so. We’re encountering some technical difficulties with our stock of old lessons (i.e. crashed computer!).But don’t worry, you can still get your daily fix

Kalyespeak now on Twitter!

Oct 20th, 2009

For all those Tweeters (or is it Twitterers) out there, you can now follow us on Twitter! We’ll be posting helpful words everyday that will help with your Filipino!Follow us at @kalyespeak ! See you!Posted in News and Updates! Tagged: kalyespe

Pika-pika! – Yiheeeeeee!

Sep 30th, 2009

Ever notice that something romantic’s a-brewing between two of your friends? Ever see the subtle touches on the shoulder, the intimate whispers, the exceedingly awkward politeness? Ever want to put them on the spot?! Well, in this Pika-pika, yo

Extra Ispesyal Pika-Pika! – Lasing Ako! (With Special Guest Beth!)

Aug 26th, 2009

We know, we know, Pika-pika’s usually a once-a-month thing… but not this month – especially with this EXTRA SPECIAL PIKA-PIKA! Listen in as Kalyespeak finally tackles the “L” word and Cris talks about his upcoming foray in Beijing! And if that

Pika-Pika! – Susmaryosep!

Aug 13th, 2009

Ever arrive home and find your kid doing something he isn’t supposed to be doing? Ever had a bad day at work, get stuck 5 hours in ridiculous traffic, and get a text message that your boss wants you to come back for overtime? Ever been flabberg