Welcome to DBC’s final episode of Season 3! 🎉

We sit down with Kumander Daot (a.k.a. Anselm), a popular vlogger and YouTube content creator who has made a name for himself in the Philippines. Kumander shares his incredible journey from travelling and starting a family in the Philippines to launching a viral YouTube channel with over 200K followers.

Discover the ups and downs of being a vlogger, including his first impressions of the country, the challenges he faced, and the moments that integrated him with the Filipino community. We also recap on struggles with his mental health and how the help of psychologists got him back on track.

Kumander shows his love for this country by learning to speak the local dialect ‘Bisaya’. He also shares his vlogging tips, content creation strategies, and what it takes to turn a passion into a full-time career.

Whether you’re an aspiring YouTuber, a fan of Kumander, or just curious about the life of a vlogger, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in to hear about his favorite episodes, the best and worst parts of this job, and his advice for anyone looking to start their own YouTube channel.

Some of Kumander’s golden rules:

“Have the right goal in mind and be ready to fail.”

“Live and learn. Just don’t lose yourself in the process.”

Filipino Glossary:

• ​Daot > broken, damaged, defective
• ​Kinilaw > filipino style sushi
• ​Baguong > shrimp paste
• ​Caldareta > beef stew
• ​Sisig > chopped meat stir fry
• ​Yawa > devil

Kumander's first steps to Philippines life:

• ​Manila
• ​Banaue
• ​Sagada
• ​Baguio
• ​Legazpi
• ​Samar
• ​Tacloban
• ​Siargao
• ​Davao
• ​T’boli
• ​Lake Holon
• ​Davao
• ​Cateel
• ​(Where is his next destination? Click & follow now).

Kumander Daot on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@KumanderDaot