Toxic Filipino Behaviors: Chismis Culture

The episode discusses the evolution of gossip culture from use in churches to being an act where individuals communicate privately with each other. The first point of discussion was the symbolism of ‘Marites’ in Filipino culture which starts at the ‘baranggay’ level where people tend to share stories to neighbours due to the closeness of households. The second point tackles chismis in the context of pandemic where gossip was evident due to the emergence of social media. Lastly, the consequences of chismis culture were discussed including some actions to prevent these consequences. Listen to insights shared by Nathan Felix, a graduate of BA Communication Arts in UPLB and was a Gabay member of the Office of Counseling and Guidance where he devoted his time in communication and peer facilitation. He mentored students in public speaking during the height of the pandemic to serve as speakers in CVM and CFNR college convocations.