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Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Jim and Saab | The Pod Network
415 episodes
6 days ago
Jim Bacarro and Saab Magalona started one of the first local podcasts back in 2018. From debates about trashy reality shows to talking about the importance of voter registration, they have cultivated quite an engaged community who have dubbed them their /podparents/. Jim and Saab may be the ones doing the talking but they definitely make their listeners feel heard. If you're interested in collaborating with our podcast through brand partnerships, advertisements or other collabs, please send an email to our management: info@thepodnetwork.com
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Jim Bacarro and Saab Magalona started one of the first local podcasts back in 2018. From debates about trashy reality shows to talking about the importance of voter registration, they have cultivated quite an engaged community who have dubbed them their /podparents/. Jim and Saab may be the ones doing the talking but they definitely make their listeners feel heard. If you're interested in collaborating with our podcast through brand partnerships, advertisements or other collabs, please send an email to our management: info@thepodnetwork.com
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Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Unconstitutional Kabagalan

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 info@thepodnetwork.com.

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2 weeks ago
33 minutes 6 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Performative Males and Fart Etiquette

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 malibag@jimandsaab.com! Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

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3 weeks ago
22 minutes 34 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
How Gratitude Can Change Your Life

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-day


Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with

cerebral palsy. 💗

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1 month ago
33 minutes 32 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Nakakagigil Updates sa Flood Control Scandal | #WATDASPRAK

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.


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1 month ago
28 minutes 29 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Let’s Fight Corruption with Congressman Chel Diokno

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. ❤️

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1 month ago
31 minutes 25 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Ca-Sino Ang May Sala??

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 na
  • Paano nagiging fake projects ang flood walls at canals
  • ₱2 billion (!!) na nilaro sa casinos gamit ang pera ng bayan
  • Mga senador at congressmen na nadadawit sa issue
  • And 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!


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1 month ago
33 minutes 47 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Contractors Gone Wild (Sprak Attack)

What happens when flood control budget meant to protect lives ends up funding luxury bags, Paris apartments, and 40-car garages? In this episode, we dive into the outrage over nepo babies, contractors, and political clans flaunting their wealth online while ordinary Filipinos are left underwater. We talk about kickbacks, campaign donations, social media receipts, and why the anger is valid — but should also go beyond dragging people on TikTok.


Join our Patreon at jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

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2 months ago
29 minutes 56 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Sen. Bam Aquino on Classrooms, Comebacks, and Change

What does it mean to go from political loss and loneliness to making a major comeback in the Senate? Bam Aquino joins us to talk about comebacks, the current classroom gap, and why the youth vote matters. We also dive into the classroom crisis, campaigning highs and lows, and what it really means to take a leap of faith in politics.


Send your own letter at malibag@jimandsaab.com! Join to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

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2 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes 47 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
The Bride, the Best Friend, and the Baby Bump | MALIBAG

What do you do when your bridesmaid—who’s also your childhood best friend—drops the news that she’s pregnant, with a due date the same month as your wedding? In this Malibag episode, we talk about managing wedding expectations, navigating friendship during different life stages, choosing compassion over judgment, and remembering that the wedding is just the beginning of a marriage.


We also share exciting news about Cheats Day at Linya Linya HQ in Libis on August 29—a special show celebrating the 10th anniversary of our first album, with a long set, surprise guest bands, and pizza! Get your tickets at bit.ly/cheatsday before they run out. 🎸🍕


Send your own letter at malibag@jimandsaab.com!


Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

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2 months ago
25 minutes 36 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
I Fell For A Breadcrumber | MALIBAG

How do you cope with the aftermath of being led on by someone you opened yourself up to, and on top of that, someone you still work with? In this Malibag episode, we talk about accountability, breadcrumbing, power imbalance in relationships, and expressing your feelings.


Send your own letter at jimandsaab.com/malibag!

Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

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2 months ago
21 minutes 20 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
What If We Went Back to School?

Jim and Saab ask the big question: is it too late to go back to school? (Spoiler: it’s not.) They talk career pivots, unexpected perks of adult learning, and why it’s never too late to grow—even if you’ve got a job, kids, or both.


This episode is brought to you by Mapúa’s Business and Health Sciences Programs for Working Professionals, in collaboration with Arizona State University. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to level up your career—this is it!

Learn more and enroll now at mapua.edu.ph!


Join ⁠jimandsaab.com⁠ to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. ❤️

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2 months ago
25 minutes 58 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Will Do Anything But Therapy | MALIBAG

In this episode, we talk about how men often go to extreme lengths to avoid facing their emotions. Jim shares takeaways from the book he’s currently reading, and babasagin ni Saab ang trip niya. 


Send your own letter at jimandsaab.com/malibag!


Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. ❤️

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3 months ago
26 minutes 29 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
An Unsolved FO | MALIBAG

In this Malibag episode, we read a letter from someone who got married—and then got ghosted. Her best friend, who was by her side through everything, suddenly disappeared from her life with no explanation. We talk about grief over lost friendships, closure that never comes, and why some people say goodbye without saying a word.


💌 Send your own story at jimandsaab.com/malibag

🎧 Join jimandsaab.com to support the pod and help kids with cerebral palsy.



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3 months ago
27 minutes

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Re:Trust Issues | Malibag

In this Malibag episode, a listener writes in about something she discovered that she wasn’t supposed to see. After snooping on her boyfriend’s email, she found flirty messages he sent to his ex—while they were already dating. Now she’s torn: should she bring it up or let it go? We talk about boundaries, gut feelings, and why it’s so hard to trust someone again after even a small betrayal.


Send your own letter at ⁠jimandsaab.com/malibag⁠!

Join ⁠jimandsaab.com⁠ to get exclusive perks. Each donation helps children with cerebral palsy ❤️


To be part of our FREE Podkids Party (limited slots!!), register at ⁠jimandsaab.com/breakout⁠!

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3 months ago
31 minutes 34 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
50 Shades of a Breakup | Malibag

Our letter sender struggles with an ex who has moved on and is turning her friends against her. We talk about heartbreak, closure, and the complicated feelings that come with unexpected news.

We also reflect on the small things we used to hate as kids that we now genuinely enjoy as adults.


💌 Send your own letter to malibag@jimandsaab.com

🌟 Be part of our community and support the show: jimandsaab.com


To be part of our FREE podkids party (limited slots!!), register here: jimandsaab.com/breakout

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3 months ago
30 minutes 31 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
I Want To Hold Your Hands | Malibag

In this Malibag episode, we read a letter from a listener who’s been crushing on someone she keeps running into at work—but after a year of kilig moments, she’s left wondering: Does he like me or is this going nowhere? Awkward Jim also asks the question: How do you deal with people you’ve held hands with before? Paano nga ba ang almost-lovers?


Sign up for the Podkids Gathering here: https://forms.gle/doEiAmST3iPnbQ2A8

Send your own letter at jimandsaab.com/malibag.

Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks. Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy ❤️


If you're interested in collaborating with our podcast through brand partnerships, advertisements or other collabs, please send an email to our management: info@thepodnetwork.com

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4 months ago
24 minutes 31 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
The Age-Old “May Girlfriend Pala” | The MALIBAG is Back!

The Malibag is finally back!! We have 2 letters read in this episode. 1 is about a cheating co-worker and the 2nd one is about someone who is stuck in a horrible marriage.

We unpack the red flags, offer honest advice, and open up deeper convos about boundaries, self-worth, and knowing when to walk away. As always, you can join jimandsaab.com for more exclusive stuff.


Write us a letter at jimandsaab.com/malibag


If you're interested in collaborating with our podcast through brand partnerships, advertisements or other collabs, please send an email to our management: info@thepodnetwork.com



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4 months ago
28 minutes 57 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Can I Eat Instant Noodles Everyday?!?

In this episode, Jim and Saab chat with Harvie and Eizza De Baron to answer the question: Can I eat instant noodles everyday? We also find out how food affects energy, sleep, anxiety, and the truth behind different nutrition myths. The food educators discuss real healing through food and share easy tips for eating better — no strict diets needed!


What The Actual Health podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3J0aMW0cvJwlGoj6uHvoeo?si=zRnR18jeSqacWu7RLmVABw


To learn more about Baron Method: https://www.baronmethod.com/

https://www.instagram.com/baronmethod


If you're interested in collaborating with our podcast through brand partnerships, advertisements or other collabs, please send an email to our management: info@thepodnetwork.com

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4 months ago
56 minutes 20 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
The Greatest Thing On Earth

We back!!! When was the last time you just sat outside and looked at some beautiful trees swaying in the wind?? Jim and Saab get lost in how much they appreciate trees, some of the propaganda they are or aren't falling for, how exciting their latest gig was, and more in this episode.


The MALIBAG is back!! Share what's bugging you lately or kung trip mo lang magkwento and we might pick your problem/story to discuss on the Wake Up With Jim & Saab podcast OR Facebook group! Share with us at jimandsaab.com/malibag <3


Support the pod by joining us at jimandsaab.com and chaoscontrolclub.com!

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4 months ago
17 minutes 20 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Healthy Na Ba 'To?

What does it really mean to be healthy? Jim and Saab get into the 4 pillars of health they're learning to prioritize now that they know better.


AIA Philippines believes that health isn’t one-size-fits-all, and they actually have support for every kind of wellness journey. Whether your version of healthy is sleeping better, saving more, or finally setting boundaries — AIA can help you get there. Visit⁠ https://www.aia.com.ph/en/health-and-wellness/rethink-healthy⁠ to learn more!


To support the pod, join us at ⁠jimandsaab.com⁠ and ⁠chaoscontrolclub.com⁠! :)

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5 months ago
32 minutes 45 seconds

Wake Up With Jim and Saab
Jim Bacarro and Saab Magalona started one of the first local podcasts back in 2018. From debates about trashy reality shows to talking about the importance of voter registration, they have cultivated quite an engaged community who have dubbed them their /podparents/. Jim and Saab may be the ones doing the talking but they definitely make their listeners feel heard. If you're interested in collaborating with our podcast through brand partnerships, advertisements or other collabs, please send an email to our management: info@thepodnetwork.com