Michael Magbag tried his luck in showbiz but he realized that his true passion and purpose was in other field (e, ako kaya ano ang para sa akin?!)

“It was during my college days when I was exposed to showbiz.  I was able to develop my self-confidence.  My manager would book me for some projects as extra talent on television and movies (e.g., Iskul Bukol, Ora Engkantada, Elias A.D., Kailan Mahuhugasan Ang Kasalanan, and more).  But I did not continue showbiz anymore because I think it’s not for me, and being in the corporate world gives me more challenges.” Michael recalls. (classic ng shows ha!)

He eventually followed in his father’s footsteps. “My dad was a medical representative in Unilab. They set up their own laboratory and pharmaceutical company with friends in the same field. Moving forward, my dad inspired me to be in the same field.  I became a medical representative at a multinational pharma company (Hoechst) before I joined my parent’s pharmaceutical company (Pharma Dynamic, Inc.).  I became a medical representative for years, was assigned to Tarlac, and rose from the ranks until I became the president and general manager of the company. Managing a pharmaceutical company exposes me to different kinds of fields, from science to marketing, finance, information technology, and a lot more.  (ay may sinasabi sa lipunan, ifriend ko nato!)

Two Years ago, while fulfilling his duties as a big pharmaceutical company boss, he thought of producing his vlogs.  “It might sound morbid, but I want to leave some happy memories and share new experiences before I go to the other world.  This is how I managed my anxiety during the pandemic.  It started with a simple video of a saltwater aquarium last November 2022.” (ibang aquarium yung alam ko!)

He named his YouTube channel Miklo Tuki. “My dad is from Bamban, Tarlac, and my mom is from Bacon, Sorsogon (with Spanish descent).  I was born in Tarlac, Tarlac, because my dad was assigned to Tarlac as a medrep in Unilab.  My dad’s friends call me Miklo (my baby name) Tuki (kapampangan word for “to come” or “Tara” in Tagalog).  As a baby, I will go with them.  Believe it or not, I remember them saying “Miklo Tuki” while in my crib.  So, I used “Miklo Tuki” in my vlog to share my food, travel, and life adventures. (lumaki po ba kayo sa farm sir?!)

Most of his videos feature food and restaurants. (ay pwede po makikain sa inyo?!)

“I chose food as a content because I eat a lot (he he he) and I love to cook.  Anything that has something to do with food interests me a lot, and I want to share those experiences.  Traveling will always be part of any food adventure. And I included “Life In General” because there will always be important chapters/episodes in my life that people will learn from," Michael explains.  (MMK episode po ba ito?)

Michael, an art collector (FU art supporter yan, baka bet mo pa ha!) makes extra effort to avoid including harmful content on his uploads.  “The fulfillment of vlogging is when people acknowledge my works when they see me.  At the same time, I got to promote the places I go to. I only upload videos that are worth sharing.  (This means there are some videos I have no plans to upload to my YouTube channel due to some poor reviews).  Like my motto in my vlog “Good Vibes Laang” (ibigay mo nalang sa content creator na bad vibes!)

His out-of-the-country shoot is one of his favorite materials. (sowsyal!!!)

“I have some favorite vlogs, but my most memorable is the “Summer Cottage Experience (Canadian Lifestyle In Ontario),” where I stayed with my cousin’s family during an Airbnb in Ontario.  It’s like being just me, relaxing, and enjoying nature and the company of my relatives," Michael says (ay pa-fly ako dyan, mamaya!)

Miklo Tuki's channel continues to provide its viewers with more exciting videos. (may pasabog ?!). “My dream project is to develop a Music Video that will give inspiration/entertainment to people. I was talking about a concept to some friends about it, which will be my long-term goal.” (pwede akong rumaket na dancer dyan sa video mo sir!)

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