Inside the Spooky Side of Filipino Tradition on ‘DaBaddest Radio’

Halloween has a way of stirring up more than just candy cravings and costume parties—it’s a season that connects folklore, faith, and family stories in ways that feel just a little too real. On DaBaddest Radio, host Bretman Rock and co-host Miss Kaaaye lean into that blend of scary and spiritual.

Instead of the typical haunted house chatter, the duo taps into their Filipino upbringing, where Halloween and religion often overlap. From eerie traditions to unforgettable fan-submitted ghost stories, the conversation reminds listeners that spooky season is a cultural moment that carries history, belief, and humor all at once.

Mixing humor with Halloween scares

Before diving into ghost stories, Bretman and Miss Kaaaye experiment with a fish sauce caramel latte, a concoction that he instantly calls “unholy” and “a sin right there.” This unusual drink sets the stage for the equally bone-chilling and ridiculous mess that follows when they recount the tales of spooky seasons gone by.

The first story involves a niece spotting a man with long, blackened teeth and fingers “very long and pointing at us.” Bretman reacts the way anyone might—by jolting the vibe with nervous laughter—before admitting, “That is crazy. That’s a real story.”

Filipino traditions and spooky storytelling

The Halloween episode also highlights traditions unique to Filipino culture. Bretman recalls, “When I was in kindergarten, Philippines, girl, they had kids dressed up as Jesus.” This tradition, while unusual to some, is a significant part of Filipino Halloween celebrations. He describes reenactments where locals go as far as being nailed to crosses, noting, “They actually crucified the person with nails and everything.”

For Bretman and Kaaaye, those memories add authenticity to the spooky stories they read on air. What could be dismissed as just Halloween fun suddenly carries echoes of real rituals, blurring the line between performance, belief, and fear.

Finding laughs in the fear

Even with unsettling stories—like haunted mirrors tied to family tragedy—the hosts skillfully balance the energy. Bretman jokes, “The mirror be sewing things,” taking a disturbing image and flipping it into a punchline.

At its core, though, this episode is about how Halloween gives people space to share stories, remember traditions, and connect over the thrill of the unknown. Bretman and Kaaaye turn ghost stories into a collective experience, one that celebrates culture and fosters a sense of connection, while never forgetting to laugh.

In the end, the reminder is simple: Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy—it’s about the stories that stick with us, the culture that shapes us, and the laughs we find in the middle of the chills—and maybe that’s the perfect way to celebrate.

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