DaBaddest Radio — Episode: "The New Virus"
Host: Bretman Rock, with Princess Mae, Ms. K
Date: August 28, 2025
Overview
This episode of DaBaddest Radio continues Bretman Rock’s signature style of candid, family-centered humor, and confidence-boosting conversations. Joined by his sister Princess Mae and cousin Ms. K, Bretman dives into everything from family emergencies and parenting hacks to travel mishaps, cooking adventures, hair transformations, and their honest recaps of recent pop culture moments. While themed around “the new virus” (a reference to Princess’s child getting sick), the episode truly celebrates familial resilience, Filipino home remedies, and the joy of living unapologetically.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Angel Numbers and New Show Intro
- The trio kicks things off reflecting on noticing repeating numbers (angel numbers) like “2:22” and “444,” drawing parallels with the podcast’s episode/season numerology and cosmic vibes.
- They share excitement over the show’s new intro, which channels “2000s MTV, TRL vibes” and how it was a surprise drop for Bretman’s crew.
- Quote [02:17]: “It really just gave like the 2000s MTV, TRL, Vibe." – Bretman
2. Honest Family Catch-Up
- Main life updates; banter about intro drop reactions and anticipation for future shoots.
- Shout outs for Ms. Kat’s banana cream matcha concoction, which gets rave reviews from the group.
- Quote [03:47]: “Very Naimas.” – Princess
- Quote [04:01]: "It’s like giving banana bread in a matcha, period." – Princess
3. Real-life Emergency: The ‘New Virus’
- Princess recounts her daughter Lele’s sickness—initially thought to be a stomach bug, revealed to be more serious at urgent care (blisters in her throat, dehydration, teething, and car nausea).
- Quote [05:48]: “Alile has been having a stomach bug...I called the doctor, and then she’s like, you gotta take her in.” – Princess
- Discussion of Filipino remedies (Frida Baby products, onions in socks, ginger, Vicks VapoRub) and the difference in generational approaches to sick kids versus grandkids.
- Quote [09:41]: “Put an onion in your socks for fever.” – Princess
- Quote [11:33]: "Mom says drink water. No. My mom literally was giving me anxiety." – Princess
- Praise for Princess’s calmness in emergencies, with Ms. K and Bretman noting their gratitude and admiration.
4. Driving and Adulting Mishaps
- Playful debate on who’s the worst driver, traffic trauma, and the infamous “just vote” (pop culture) bit explained [15:53]
- Quote [15:54]: "You guys are not chronically online. Like, sorry, let me explain." – Bretman
5. Jet-Setting & Sleep Deprivation
- Bretman’s chaotic Miami and L.A. work week: lost keys, near sleepless nights, back-to-back obligations.
- Quote [21:36]: “I rarely pray. Literally, I was like, lord, I’ve seen what you’ve done for others. Like, please let me rest.” – Bretman
6. Flirting, Self-Love & Dentist Visits
- Bretman humorously shares about a week of being “flirted with everywhere” (Uber, events) and feeling “real, real cute.”
- Admits having to get a root canal after a front tooth “died.”
- Quote [25:08]: "I also went to the dentist because my front tooth died...I’d rather get a root canal." – Bretman
7. Home Cooking Bragging Rights
- Applause for Princess’s cooking content, especially her “corned beef” dish.
- Each shares their culinary specialties:
- Princess: Shrimp tacos, spicy fried rice (garlic, spicy Spam, hot link sausage).
- Ms. K: Seasoned pork dishes, shrimp mayo-ketchup with a twist.
- Bretman: Egg, arugula, avocado, bacon sandwich; BLT.
- Quote [27:01]: “Why was that corn beef so good?" – Bretman
8. Looking Forward: Plans & Upcoming Events
- Princess is attending—but not walking at—the Hawaii Swim show, expressing both excitement and body image vulnerability.
- Quote [31:06]: “Nobody really asked me...I’m not really as confident with my body...But honestly, I’m just there to have a little cute family day.” – Princess
- Ms. K shares excitement for her hormone shot and upcoming birthday, with musings about beach plans and cousin hangouts.
9. Pop Culture Corner
- Hype for the upcoming Love Island reunion and Drag Race Philippines, with speculation about contestants’ off-show drama and interactions.
- Quote [35:06]: “I just saw the preview and all I gotta say is the hosts are asking actually. Yes. Asking questions, girl. And I’m so excited.” – Bretman
- Team’s mutual TV obsessions: Chief of War, Project Runway, Nautilus (treasure-hunt TV drama).
10. Hair & Beauty Talk
- Princess’s fresh hair touch-up, color choices, and the group reminiscing about past hair experiments and styles.
- Plans for next episode’s “Silly Hair Day.”
- Quote [42:03]: "Silly hair day. Next episode." – Bretman
11. Products of the Week
- Bretman: Laneige Neo Blurring Powder (mattifies without dulling glow)
- Quote [43:26]: “It doesn’t mattify. It takes out the shine without taking out the glow.”
- Princess: Her outfit from Kahalea (local Hawaiian brand), matching with her husband.
- Ms. K: CoverGirl Outlast Stylo Tint (lip product praised for longevity and oil-resistance).
Memorable Quotes & Moments
- “You’re like the IV for her right now.” – Doctor’s advice shared by Princess, [06:24]
- “I feel like you guys would be so proud, but I am over my fizzy trauma now.” – Bretman, on overcoming fizz/carbonation aversion, [07:46]
- “I was literally outside of my apartment for two hours from literally 12pm to 2am.” – Bretman, on his worst travel snafu, [21:01]
- “I love carbonation now, y’all.” – Bretman [08:25]
- “You only drink water. You don’t drink any soda… That’s not healthy. That’s not good for you.” – Princess, on her son Ezekiel policing drinks, [07:39]
Important Timestamps
- 00:34: Angel numbers and podcast intro discussion
- 02:17: MTV/TRL-style intro surprise
- 03:45: Tasting banana cream matcha
- 05:48: Princess narrates daughter’s illness and urgent care visit
- 09:41: Sharing Filipino home remedies (onion, Vicks, ginger)
- 11:33: Parenting differences between their mom as a parent and grandparent
- 15:54: Bretman’s “just vote” meme explanation
- 21:36: Sleep struggles during Miami/L.A. trip
- 25:08: Bretman’s root canal story
- 27:01: Cooking highlights and family recipes
- 31:06: Princess talks Hawaii Swim show & body confidence
- 34:40: Looking forward: new fishes and Love Island reunion
- 35:06: Love Island reunion drama speculation
- 42:03: Next episode’s Silly Hair Day challenge
- 43:26: Product of the week: Laneige Neo Blurring Powder
- 46:52: Ms. K’s product of the week: CoverGirl Outlast Stylo Tint
- 47:49: Reminders for next episodes & outro
Tone, Style, & Flow
The episode radiates warmth and humor, blending candid family dynamics with practical advice, cultural touchstones, and beauty/lifestyle recommendations. The trio's rapport, playful roasting, and mutual uplifting energy create an accessible, feel-good listening experience—underscored by their unapologetic, unfiltered approach to both chaos and celebration.
Summary for Non-Listeners
If you missed the episode, you get a real slice-of-life look into Bretman Rock’s world—not the glam Instagram version, but the messy, loving, occasionally chaotic Filipino family variety. You’ll learn quirky home remedies for sick kids, get tips for not losing your cool in emergencies, hear confessions about parenting and self-care, and nab recs for beauty must-haves and binge-worthy TV. The episode blends fun (hair plans! cooking brags! pop culture tea!) with realness about health, travel struggles, and what it means to be “the baddest” in your everyday life.
Bretman closes out with reminders for next week (expect silly hair!) and heartfelt gratitude for both his on-air crew and the listeners, embodying exactly what makes DaBaddest Radio as relatable—and entertaining—as it is.
Next Episode Teaser:
- "Silly Hair Day"
- Princess brings lunch
- Return to regular journal, fertility, and “tea of the day” segments