There’s something about tattoos that provokes a strong reaction. Sometimes that reaction is admiration, for the pain tolerance of its wearer. Other times its aberration, disgust that anyone would taint their bodies in such a way. But for indigenous…

When we think of historical movements in American history, people of color are typically excluded from the narrative. And as non-black allies, we need be aware of how to make our allyship more inclusive. In this episode, me and my guest Mindy Scott…

Whether domestic, wild, or spiritual, animals of all kinds play a huge role in our lives. In this week’s episode, I share my parents’ encounter with a spiritual bird, and I chat with Em Lock, better known as Emzotic, who not only has a terrifying…

On Stories With Sapphire, I love sharing stories about Filipino culture, but it no longer feels appropriate to continue doing so without addressing our community’s issues with colorism and anti-blackness. This is my way of learning how to handle these…

It’s the endlessly debated topic: what actually happens when we die? We may never know for sure, but until then, all we have are stories – the experiences of those who have caught a glimpse of the other side. In this week’s episode, I’ll be sharing…

While the show is on a break until Season 2, I’d like to read for you Edgar Allan Poe’s classic tale, “The Masque of the Red Death,” a story that was written in 1842 and yet has found relevance in our world today.

Don’t be like Prince Prospero -…

While Stories With Sapphire is on a hiatus until May 20th, I wanted to share the work of some of my friends and fellow independent podcasters that I know you’ll love listening to during lockdown! Check out their shows and show them some love! In order…

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The first season finale of Stories With Sapphire is about the threats that are invisible to some, and painfully real to others. I know I may not be able to make you all believers of the supernatural, but I hope, at the least, to make you believers of…

We’re all familiar with the image – a woman in all white, with long hair covering her face. It’s common in movies and ghost stories – but why? In this week’s episode, I’ll be sharing stories from those who have encountered a woman in white… and…

Supernatural occurrences often happen among those with whom we have close relationships, whether it’s our friends, significant others, or, most commonly, our family. What I love about these stories is that they reveal this unseen, unexplainable force…

Nabarang: the Cebuano word for “cursed.” That’s what this week’s episode is about – people who have experienced or delivered a curse.  Chapter 1: Bewitched in Siquijor, by Sam http://www.mindfulwanderlens.com, IG @mindfulwanderlens Chapter 2: Don’t…

The spirits of our ancestors are all around us, guiding and teaching us. In this episode, I’ll be sharing stories that will help you hear their voices, and hopefully inspire you to dig a bit deeper into your pasts. Chapter 1: Full Moon Ritual Chapter…

Just when I think I’ve heard it all,  I am always pleasantly thrilled when a story comes along that surprises me. That’s what today’s episode is about – people who have witnessed something that is difficult to categorize. Unexplainable things, that…

Do we have ownership of our souls? This week’s episode dives into the topic of demon possession, along with other ways in which we can become possessed.  Chapter 1: We Are All Possessed  Chapter 2: My Demon, Anxiety Chapter 3: The Case of Clarita…

Dreams are all just in our head…right?  Chapter 1: Bangungot Chapter 2: My Sleep Paralysis Demon Turned Itself Into My Boyfriend…

Have you ever experienced something so coincidental, that it made you believe that maybe some things are predetermined?  Chapter 1: How I Met My Husband Chapter 2: The Soul of Teri Ilasco, by Maika Illaneza Chapter 3: Just A Coincidence Chapter 4: The…

When I was younger, I recorded my grandpa telling his unbelievable encounters in the Philippines. These stories sparked my obsession with the paranormal, mythology, and folklore.  Chapter 1: Why I Love Supernatural Stories Chapter 2: The Little People…