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- Dec 11, 202557 min
The Assassination of Percy (Lapid) Mabasa
In this, sadly, last episode of Lagim: A Filipino True Crime Podcast (for now), we look at the assassination of veteran broadcaster Percy Mabasa — better known as Percy Lapid. His killing in 2022 sent shockwaves through Philippine media, exposed a tangled network of alleged corruption, and raised urgent questions about the safety of journalists who dare to speak truth to power.In this episode, I walk you through the case: the planning, the attack, the claims and counter-claims that followed, and why the investigation gripped — and frustrated — so many Filipinos. As Lagim goes on hiatus, I wanted to feature a story that reflects exactly why this podcast exists: to shine a light on injustice, to remember victims, and to interrogate the systems that allow violence to thrive.Thank you for listening, for supporting independent storytelling, and for being part of this community.Until next time — ingat lagi.Support me through gifts and donations at BuyMeCoffee.To never miss any Lagim update, please sign up to my newsletter.LAGIM is on TikTok, so make sure to check me out:Subscribe to LAGIM's YouTube channel:Follow, rate and review LAGIM on Apple Podcasts and Spotify:Sources are here.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lagim-a-filipino-true-crime--5701073/support.
- May 15, 20251h 4m
The Case of Ana Abulaban
In this episode of Lagim: A Filipino True Crime Podcast, we examine the harrowing case of Ana Abulaban, a Filipina mother whose life was cut short in a brutal double murder in San Diego. Her husband, Ali Abulaban—known online as TikTok personality “JinnKid”—was charged with her killing, along with the murder of a male friend she was with.We explore Ana’s background, her efforts to escape an increasingly toxic and abusive marriage, and how social media fame often hides the darker realities behind closed doors. This case sheds light on domestic violence, coercive control, and the tragic consequences of untreated emotional instability.Tune in for a deep dive into a case that gripped both the Filipino-American and true crime communities.There is help. If you are in the Philippines, please contact:Women's Care Center, Inc. 0917 825 032 / 0920 9677 852 / landline: 8514 4104/ email: wcc.inc.ph@gmail.com.If you are in the US, please contact:National Domestic Violence Hotline - tel:1.800.799.7233If you are in Canada, please check this link.Support me through gifts and donations at BuyMeCoffee.To never miss any Lagim update, please sign up to my newsletter.LAGIM is on TikTok, so make sure to check me out:Subscribe to LAGIM's YouTube channel:Follow, rate and review LAGIM on Apple Podcasts and Spotify:Sources are here.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lagim-a-filipino-true-crime--5701073/support.
- May 1, 202556 min
The Disappearance of Lisa Marie Young ft. Laura Palmer of the Island Crime Podcast
In this special episode of LAGIM: A Filipino True Crime Podcast, I delve into a case that, at first glance, seems to have no ties to the Philippines. But dig a little deeper, and an unexpected connection begins to surface. Lisa Marie Young was a vibrant, young Indigenous woman from Nanaimo, British Columbia. She was on the brink of major life changes when she vanished without a trace just before Canada Day in 2002. More than two decades later, no one has been arrested or held accountable for her disappearance.The last person seen with Lisa was Christopher William Adair—a man who has never been thoroughly investigated, arrested, or charged in connection with her case. Yet, many believe he may hold the answers to what truly happened on that fateful night in June 2002.Adair left Canada years ago and has since built a new life abroad. Today, it’s believed that he is living in the Philippines, having fallen in love with a Filipina and integrating into an expat community. Despite the silence he’s maintained over the years, Lisa’s family still hopes he’ll come forward—and finally offer the closure they so desperately deserve. To bring more attention to this cold case, I speak with Laura Palmer, former executive producer at CBC Vancouver and the award-winning host of Island Crime, a podcast that has followed Lisa’s story for over five years. Laura shares deep insights into Lisa’s life, the investigation, and the elusive figure of Adair. We end this episode with a united call to action:If you or someone you know has any information about Christopher William Adair, please share this episode—or reach out to us directly. The answer to a decades-old mystery could lie right here, in our own community in the Philippines.Laura's email address is laura@laurapalmer.ca. Lagim's email address is lagimpod@yahoo.com.My thanks go to Laura who has been extremely helpful with getting this episode off the ground. Please follow and listen to Island Crime, especially season 1, available right now on all your preferred podcasting platforms. Here is a link to its Spotify feed.Sources list is here.Support me through gifts and donations at BuyMeCoffee.To never miss any Lagim update, please sign up to my newsletter.LAGIM is on TikTok, so make sure to check me out:Subscribe to LAGIM's YouTube channel:Follow, rate and review LAGIM on Apple Podcasts and Spotify:Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lagim-a-filipino-true-crime--5701073/support.
- Apr 17, 202545 min
The Stories of Flor Contemplacion and Sarah Balabagan
In this episode, I revisit two OFW stories that profoundly shaped how I understand many of the themes we often explore on this podcast. The cases of Flor Contemplacion and Sarah Balabagan — two Filipina domestic workers whose names became symbols of injustice, sacrifice, and national reckoning in the 1990s — shook the Philippines and made global headlines. Their stories exposed the harsh realities faced by many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), and the ways systemic failure, diplomacy, and public outcry collide.Sources are here.Support me through gifts and donations at BuyMeCoffee.To never miss any Lagim update, please sign up to my newsletter.LAGIM is on TikTok, so make sure to check me out:Subscribe to LAGIM's YouTube channel:Follow, rate and review LAGIM on Apple Podcasts and Spotify:Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lagim-a-filipino-true-crime--5701073/support.
- Apr 4, 202556 min
The Martial Law Series: The Manili Massacre and the Boyet and Primitivo Mijares Case
LagimFam, in this instalment of the Martial Law Series, I have a double feature.Firstly, I feature the case of the Manili Massacre, one of the many Marcos-era massacres that was perpetrated against the Bangsamoro People. This part of the podcast is heavy with historical context in order to undertand the Bangsamoro struggle for self-determination better and trauma left by not only the Manili Massacre but all the atrocities inflicted on Muslim Filipinos.In the second part of the episode, I talk about the Boyet and Primitivo Mijares case, one of those Martial Law mysteries that we still do not have full answers to. From being in the Marcosian inner circle to becoming a defector, Primitivo Mijares, dared to expose Marcos and his cronies and paid a very heavy price.Sources are here.Support me through gifts and donations at BuyMeCoffee.To never miss any Lagim update, please sign up to my newsletter.LAGIM is on TikTok, so make sure to check me out:Subscribe to LAGIM's YouTube channel:Follow, rate and review LAGIM on Apple Podcasts and Spotify:Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lagim-a-filipino-true-crime--5701073/support.
- Mar 21, 202555 min
The Leo Echegaray Case
As the Philippines is getting ready to vote again, another favourite political hot-button topic is being whipped out to get the masses riled up and divided. The death penalty is a favourite talking point by politicians who wish to project a strong-man position towards their voters who are rightfully tired of crimes happening in the country.But as studies have shown time and time again, the death penalty does not deter crime as addressing crime is all about looking at its root causes and addressing those instead.This all reminded me of a case that caught the nation's attention back in 1994. Today, I will be covering the Leo Echegaray case, which highlighted so many things for me as a teenager who was just forming her opinion on big topics like crime and death. This was a rape case that turned into a political circus that exposed Filipino politics at its worst and the lack of understanding of how the death penalty is morally wrong and how it does not do anything to address crime rates in ANY country.Sources used for this episode can be found here.Support me through gifts and donations at BuyMeCoffee.To never miss any Lagim update, please sign up to my newsletter.LAGIM is on TikTok, so make sure to check me out:Subscribe to LAGIM's YouTube channel:Follow, rate and review LAGIM on Apple Podcasts and Spotify:Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lagim-a-filipino-true-crime--5701073/support.
- Mar 7, 202541 min
The Case of January Marie Lapuz
For this International Women's Month, I talk about the case of January Marie Lapuz.In September 2012, January, a vibrant and beloved Filipina transwoman, was brutally stabbed in her Vancouver home. Her killer fled the scene, sparking a two-month manhunt and exposing the systemic failures that leave marginalized communities vulnerable in Canada.January’s story is one of resilience, love, and tragedy—a Filipina immigrant who found community and purpose in Canada, only to have her life cut short by violence. This episode explores her life, the investigation into her death, and the ongoing fight for justice and recognition for trans lives. Join us as we remember January, honor her legacy, and reflect on the work still needed to protect those at the intersections of discrimination.Sources used for this episode can be found here.Support me through gifts and donations at BuyMeCoffee.To never miss any Lagim update, please sign up to my newsletter.LAGIM is on TikTok, so make sure to check me out:Subscribe to LAGIM's YouTube channel:Follow, rate and review LAGIM on Apple Podcasts and Spotify:Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lagim-a-filipino-true-crime--5701073/support.
- Dec 8, 20241h 40m
The Mary Jane Veloso Case
In this episode, I thoroughly examine the case of Mary Jane Veloso, a Filipino domestic worker who was arrested in Indonesia in 2010 for smuggling heroin—a crime she insists she was duped into committing by human traffickers. Sentenced to death, her case has been a long and painful journey marked by her family’s tireless fight, the support of allies and advocates, and political complexities that spanned three Philippine presidencies.I highlight how Mary Jane’s case was politicised to her detriment, becoming a symbol during the Duterte administration’s brutal war on drugs, yet offering little hope of resolution. Only recently, in 2024, has her family seen a glimmer of progress. Join me as I trace her story from 2010 to the present, unpacking the legal, political, and personal battles that have shaped her fight for justice.This is the last episode of the year. See you in 2025, LagimFam. Thanks for all your support.All my sources are here.Support me:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/juzewobaLAGIM is on social media, so make sure to check me out:https://www.instagram.com/lagimpodcast/https://twitter.com/LagimPodhttps://facebook.com/lagimpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@lagimpodcastLagim is now also on Threads! Just search for "lagimpodcast".Subscribe to LAGIM's YouTube channel:https://bit.ly/3rFdWCgFollow, rate and review LAGIM on Apple Podcasts and Spotify:https://spoti.fi/3qamBxlhttps://apple.co/3r3XjzTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lagim-a-filipino-true-crime--5701073/support.
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About LAGIM: A Filipino True Crime
Lagim Podcast brings you stories of crimes from the Philippines. Lagim is a Filipino word that means dread/terror. Every two weeks Filipino-German host, Christine Abrigana, takes a close look at infamous and not so known cases that have certainly given Filipinos that feeling of fear and dread. If you need a true crime fix Filipino-style, then please follow, subscribe and listen to Lagim.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lagim-a-filipino-true-crime--5701073/support.
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