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It's just the one building. It caught fire because of some industrial accident or whatever was there. And I remember my mother, you know, my father was overseas and my mother going into a panic. She started grabbing things throughout the house. She was grabbing guns. She was grabbing supplies. She was packing the car.
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She was mustering her children, telling us to get clothes and all that kind of stuff. So she could run for the hills, you know, because she was the daughter of an American. So she was white. and light skinned. And in World War Two, if you were white or light skinned,
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you got sent to concentration camps by the Japanese. And so and then so she lived out in the in the hills throughout World War Two with a bunch of gorillas that sheltered her from from

The Pod: Post-War Philippines to American Dream: A Father's Journey

Dispatches on Parenting Across Cultures: Episode 1 Snippet

Join us as we delve into the extraordinary life of my good friend Dennis Santiago, a man whose journey from the post-war streets of Manila to the suburbs of Southern California is as inspiring as it is heartwarming.

Growing up amidst the challenges of post-war Philippines, Dennis learned invaluable life lessons that have shaped him into the man he is today. From navigating the bustling streets of Manila to adjusting to a new culture in America, he'll share his unique perspective on resilience, adaptability, and the importance of family.

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As a father of two daughters, Dennis will also discuss how his experiences have influenced his approach to parenting. Discover the wisdom he's passed down to his children, and gain insights into the challenges and rewards of fatherhood in a rapidly changing world. 

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