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Filipinos Were Always Fighters: Unlearning Colonial Mentality with Dr. Kevin Nadal

In this episode of the Future Ancestors Podcast, hosts Jason Encite and Kat Serrano sit down with Dr. Kevin Nadal, an award-winning author, educator, and one of the most influential voices in the Filipino American community. Dr. Nadal shares his journey as a Filipino American psychologist, educator, and activist. From exploring identity, queerness, and decolonization to honoring his parents’ migration story and the generations who made his path possible. Through his books, lectures, and advocacy, Dr. Nadal has helped countless people heal from colonial trauma, embrace their truth, and find pride in their roots. This conversation dives deep into what it means to heal, honor our ancestors, and redefine Filipino identity for the next generation. 00:00 – Welcome to Future Ancestors Jason and Kat introduce the episode and reflect on Filipino American History Month. 01:35 – Who is Dr. Kevin Nadal? Introducing the award-winning author, educator, and psychologist shaping Filipino American identity. 03:12 – The Love Story of His Parents Kevin shares the powerful story of his parents’ 56-year marriage and their journey from the Philippines to America. 06:20 – Family, Marriage, and Finding Home in New York Life with his husband and kids, and how family keeps him grounded in his purpose. 08:45 – From Shy Kid to Scholar: Kevin’s Early Years How childhood experiences and identity shaped his path to becoming a psychologist. 12:10 – What It Means to Decolonize the Mind Kevin breaks down how colonial mentality affects Filipino self-worth — and how we can reclaim it. 15:34 – Building Filipino American Psychology How Kevin and other scholars created space for Filipino identity in academia. 18:55 – Why Therapy Matters for Filipinos Breaking the stigma around mental health in Filipino communities. 22:45 – Mentorship, Community, and Representation Kevin shares how mentorship shaped his career and how he’s uplifting the next generation. 27:12 – Speaking Truth to Power From activism to public advocacy — why standing up matters, even when it’s uncomfortable. 33:28 – Writing Our Stories Into History Behind the Encyclopedia of Filipino American Studies and why preserving our narratives is vital. 38:44 – Imposter Syndrome and Collective Healing Kevin opens up about doubt, resilience, and finding strength in community. 42:10 – Spirituality and Signs from the Ancestors A deeply personal reflection on faith, ancestors, and the unseen ways they guide us. 47:22 – Healing Through Family and Fatherhood Parenting, joy, and what it means to raise future ancestors. 52:10 – Filipino Activism and Social Justice Legacy The long history of Filipino resistance and why activism is part of our DNA. 1:00:22 – From “Desperate Housewives” to National Advocacy How one moment in pop culture sparked a movement for Filipino visibility. 1:05:20 – What Legacy Really Means Dr. Nadal on what he hopes to leave behind — and what it means to live as a future ancestor. 1:08:45 – Lighthearted “This or That” Segment Fun, fast, and personal — the lighter side of Dr. Kevin Nadal. 1:23:15 – Message to His Younger Self Kevin shares the words his younger self needed to hear. 1:28:05 – Closing Reflections: Be Fabulous, Be Free Final thoughts on joy, authenticity, and living boldly. Join the conversation: What part of Dr. Nadal’s story spoke to you most? Share your thoughts in the comments. We’d love to hear from our community. For more content from FutureAncestors.tv or hosts Jason "Encite" or Kathryn Serrano, follow their journey here. Subscribe today for new episodes that honor our past and build our blueprint for the future. FutureAncestors.tv: / futureancestors.tv or their website: https://www.futureancestors.tv/ Jason "Encite": / jasonencite Kathryn Serrano: / thekatosphere 🔗 *Connect with Dr. Kevin Nadal:* Instagram: [@kevinnadal](  / kevinnadal  ) Watch next: 👉 [Kay Sibal: Broadway, Belonging, and Becoming](#) 👉 [Hillari Alison: Finding Her Voice Between Two Worlds](#) #KevinNadal #FutureAncestors #FilipinoAmerican #DecolonizeTheMind #FilipinoPsychology #FilAmHeritage #MentalHealth #Identity #Healing #Legacy #Representation #FilipinoCulture #AsianAmerican #LGBTQFilipino #FilAmPodcast #filipinostories