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The Songs We Kept Requesting on Philippine Radio in the 1980s

A collection of songs that Filipino radio listeners kept requesting in the 1980s, from slow love songs to OPM favorites, and the memories they bring back.

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Why Filipino Christmas Songs Take Over the Radio in the Ber Months

The "Ber" months tradition, Jose Mari Chan, and the nostalgic power of Philippine radio during Christmas.

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When Radio Was Our Playlist: Growing Up with Philippine FM Radio in the 1980s

Nostalgia, cassette tapes, Magic 89.9 and Mellow Touch 94.7—a look back at the radio era before streaming.

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Voices of the Airwaves: Philippine Radio DJs We Remember from the 1980s

Joe D'Mango, Burning Bernie, 99.5 RT's Rhythm of the City, and the DJs who defined Manila FM radio.

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The History of Philippine Radio: From 1922 Early Broadcasts to Modern Filipino Online Radio

From Pasay test broadcasts and WWII Voice of Freedom on Corregidor to the golden age of AM, Manila FM revolution, and modern Filipino online radio streams.

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Hari ng Kalsada: Philippine Jeepney Heritage & Street Radio Culture

Folk art, tugstugan stereo systems, and street life—the connection between jeepneys and radio.

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Philippine Radio Stations Guide

FM, AM & Online Streams—curated station frequencies and formats for Philippine radio.

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