Teka Teka

In this episode, we take you on a journey of regular commuters, revealing the challenges they face daily. From congested streets to overcrowded trains, we explore the true state of transportation in our country. Discover the experiences, frustrations, and hopes of those who rely on our transport system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we take you into a press conference organized by the United Nations — where humanoid robots controlled by artificial intelligence took center stage to discuss the future of their own emerging technologies.All the ways tech is breaking our brains and how humans can fix itSpotifyYoutubeFor more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Political analyst Michael Yusingco says Marcos' tenure as agriculture chief may be the longest concurrent post held by a sitting Philippine president, which he explains as bad for governance.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is science literacy low among Filipinos? That might not just be the case–at least according to science communication experts. They say that the way science is communicated and improving scientific mindsets are also important.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

High-profile inmate Jad Dera admitted he was able to go on detention escapades six times. Nakapag medical checkup, joyride sa Tagaytay, at date sa Cavite. Kumain pa ng bulalo kasama ang security officers niya. Parang turistang preso ‘no? Here’s what senators found at a hearing with Jad Dera and the NBI.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You’ve received this message, we’re sure. Something along the lines of, "Congratulations! You've been selected. Just complete a few simple tasks, and you'll get paid." Two thoughts immediately come to mind, yes? One, “Hindi niyo ako maloloko!” But then, also: “I wonder what’s on the other side of this link?” Our friend. let’s call her “Mandy”, is a regular hardworking Filipino like you and me. And she fell victim to these scams. She clicked, and now she’s sharing the story of two harrowing days, so hopefully you can stop being curious and never touch that link ever.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Philippines has a long history of taking in foreign nationals in need of help. But this new ask from the US has raised the eyebrows of some senators, security officials, and stakeholders.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The real problem of humanity is that we have paleolithic emotions or brains, medieval institutions, and godlike technology, says Harvard sociobiologist E.O. Wilson. Therein also lies the set of solutions.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A viral Twitter thread on road safety got the Quezon City government to repair pedestrian lanes in a school zone along Katipunan Avenue. It’s a story about the importance of both mobility infrastructure and political participation. In this episode, we spoke to Francis Caiga, the political science graduate behind the constructive tweets.Para Po! May tumatawid na bataFor more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Digital nomad visas are the new trend in Southeast Asia, allowing people to combine work and travel in exotic locations. But are these visas really a good thing? We’re joined by KBR editor-in-chief Citra Prastuti as we delve into the pros and cons of digital nomad visas and the impact of the surge in foreign workers on work, tourism, and economic growth.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The drug war killings haven’t stopped. In fact, the researchers behind the last remaining database tallying the killings say they haven’t even slowed under President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.Tokhang sa TokhangFor more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Supreme Court's decision is a victory for Taguig, but it raises questions about the future of the residents of the Embo barangays.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The story of two Ukrainian men and their Filipina wives highlights the ongoing disaster of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joza Nada from “Give A Hoot” podcast talks gives her insights on the creatives industry in relation to their work with civil society organizations. Follow Give A Hoot on SpotifyArtcard photo source: Rare Philippines Facebook page Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two Asian LGBTQIA+ rights advocates share their life stories in a series of talks powered by the Hague Project Peace and Justice Foundation. Listen to the trials and triumphs of Charlene Liu, co-founder of Shanghai PRIDE, and Yuli Kim Director of Program Development at Workplace Pride.One step forward, 2 steps back for LGBTQIA+ rights across Southeast Asia this year For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A study shows four Filipino children are killed each day in road crashes. Know the factors that contribute to this alarming statistic in this episode of Teka Teka: Para Po.Sarao Motors reimagines a “King of the Road” fit for the timesPara Po: Kumusta si kuya bus driver? For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The recent Senate hearing on Cebu Pacific saw firsthand accounts of horror stories from passengers and industry experts. Find out the causes of their overbooking, website glitches, and other major issues.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apat na taon nang itinatag ang Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Kumusta na sila? Bakit concerned tayong mga hindi taga-BARMM sa success ng mga kapatid natin  dito? Listen to Balangkas ng Bukas here.Visit Peace here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He’s remembered as the supposed laggard of his PMA class who went on to become a military icon and chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. But there’s so much more to the late Pong Biazon’s story. We hear all about his life from his biographer Eric Ramos and veteran reporter Apa Ongpin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Manila Central Post Office was burnt by fire on May 22, 2023. But is it actually gone for good? Diego Gabriel Torres, president of Renacimiento Manila takes us on an audio walking tour of the area surrounding the post office.Listen to 'The sound of heritage conservation' here For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the nation commemorates the 162nd birth anniversary of Jose P. Rizal, historian Ambeth Ocampo talks us through how he settled a long-running debate over Rizal’s height, his penchant for weightlifting, and the value of continuing to learn about our national hero after all these years.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this Teka Teka feature, we introduce to you the 5 youth leaders we interviewed for our new podcast, Kasama sa Pagbabago. Get to know the stories of Richelle Verdeprado-Mangga, MK Bertulfo, Nekka Abueva, Samuel Madriaga, and PJ Hernandez, and how starting small led to each of them making a big impact on their communities.Listen to Kasama sa Pagbabago here.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mayon, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, has been under Alert Level 3 since June 8, which means that an eruption is possible within days or weeks. Meanwhile, Taal and Kanlaon Volcanoes are also under Alert Level 1. Therefore, we have 3 volcanoes showing signs of unrest — all at the same time. We asked volcanologists to help us understand why this is so. For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The drama at House of Representatives (HoR) continues after former PGMA is demoted for allegedly trying to unseat Speaker Martin Romualdez. Pumapodcast senior editor Veronica Uy and political analyst Arjan Aguirre talk about the implications of the power play. For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Six years after the Marawi Siege, a reparation package for its survivors is finally underway. Although this compensation package has been a long time coming, Marawi residents are already seeing likely hiccups in its implementation.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why and how did the Philippines shift its Independence day from June 12 to July 4 and back again? In this episode, we feature the episode from the show What’s AP?: Araling Panlipunan Rebooted entitled, “UNdependence Day: Because it’s not as simple as waving a flag”.Listen to the full episode here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From little-known television latecomer to bonafide cultural institution, Eat Bulaga has become more than just a TV show – it's now a part of Filipino culture. UP professors Jun Austria and LJ Sanchez dissect the world's longest-running noontime variety show in this episode of Teka Teka News.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Efren Domingo, president of the Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society, talks us through the roadmaps and roadblocks to eradicating cervical cancer.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The government wants half of our energy needs to be fulfilled by renewable sources by 2040. What factors are hastening this transition, and what is holding it back? Is there anything we ordinary citizens can do? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On May 12, a Muntinlupa court acquitted Leila de Lima of another drug charge. The former senator, who is in her sixth year of detention, is now one step closer to freedom and vindication. FLAG lawyer and criminal law professor, Atty. Ted Te, talks us through one legal remedy available to her: suing for "malicious prosecution."For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Center for Media Freedom and Responsibility executive director Melinda De Jesus weighs in on Teleradyo's closure and ABS-CBN's new partnership with House Speaker Martin Romualdez's Prime Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Maharlika Investment Fund inches closer into law after the Senate swiftly passed the bill. Now that it’s only a matter of time before President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signs the bill, many are questioning what will be the wealth fund’s impact on Filipinos.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here’s the story of how a P667-million contract for the delivery of laptops to public schools was awarded to a small logistics company with no experience. The laptops were supposed to help public school teachers around the country, but many of them never arrived. Instead, they were found being sold in retail stores.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inquirer Sports’ editor Francis Ochoa talks about the inspiring stories that came out of the 2023 Southeast Asian Games from the Philippine team.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brownout! When it comes to the electricity that keeps our gadgets running, a lot of factors are at play. Let’s talk about supply, and the competition we face with other countries with the same demand as—or higher than—we do.https://pcij.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scientists say that global warming is inevitable at this point. It’s now a question of how bad this can get, and how much of this can we stop. We feature the last episode from Ang Ating Kwentong Klima, a four-part series from our other podcast A Better Normal, and see how we can create more urgency in combating climate change.Listen to the rest of the episode of A Better Normal here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fleeing an empire, a near-shipwreck, and an accidental discovery – or so goes the myth of how the first Lebanese immigrants arrived in the Philippines. Lebanese Honorary Consul Joseph Assad tells us their story.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In May, Thai citizens headed to the polls for only the second time since the current government seized power through a military coup in 2014. A record number of voters turned out for the opposition, giving the progressive Move Forward party the most seats in parliament. Khunthida Rungrungkiat, a former deputy leader of Future Forward Party, joins us for a conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mahalaga ang liquefied natural gas projects sa Pilipinas dahil palaki nang palaki ang energy needs natin. Pero paano kung napipinsala naman ang kalikasan dahil sa pag-operate ng mga ito? Puntahan natin ang Verde Island Passage, na katabi ng Batangas, kung saan maraming power plants.https://pcij.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In January 2020, the Duterte government banned the deployment of Filipino workers to Kuwait over the death of a Filipino domestic worker. Earlier this May, the government of Kuwait suspended the visas of hundreds of OFWs, leaving many stranded and unable to return home or to work. This diplomatic standoff is having a devastating impact on Filipino workers, who are caught in the middle.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Philippines has been in an education crisis for a while, but we’re only just now beginning to see its effects, including our standing in the world. Ayon sa World Population Review, Filipinos have an average IQ of 81.64—which is below average. In this episode, listen to what experts have to say about the implications of this report for the Philippine education system.Listen to the Usapang Econ episode ‘MaJoHa’, senyales ba ng learning crisis?’ by following this link. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Island communities like the Boholanos in Danajon Bank are among the most vulnerable to climate change. But with their long history with precarious environments, these communities can and already are addressing climate change. Learn why it’s crucial to listen to their expertise and allow them more ownership of their own livelihoods.Listen to the rest of the episode of A Better Normal here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After being ranked the fourth most crony-capitalist country by The Economist in 2021, the Philippines drops off the latest edition of the crony-capitalism index entirely.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seven years after the first tokhang-related killing, what have we learned about why people use drugs? Researchers and medical doctors Gideon Lasco and Vincen Gregory Yu let us in on their newest findings.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As artificial intelligence is deployed in workplaces all around us, could AI and automation actually replace BPO and service workers in the Philippines? An economist weighs in to answer the nagging questions at the back of our head – we also asked ChatGPT!For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Senator Leila de Lima is now one step closer to freedom. Her lawyer tells us what it was like to be in the courtroom and gives us a status update on her last drug case.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marikina shoemakers were once the face of a thriving industry and cultural institution. Today, they’re struggling to make ends meet in a digital, post-pandemic wave. Workers are leaving in droves, and the old guard is slowly giving way to new, factory-made methods. We checked up on them to see how they’re doing.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award-winning photographer Kimberly Dela Cruz on the "excruciating" work of covering the drug war.Listen to Pass the Mic Episode 1 here and Tokhang sa Tokhang Season 2 hereFor more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deeply ingrained Christianity has long shaped and steered Philippine society and politics. In the last administration, bishops loudly denounced Duterte’s deadly war on drugs. But some denominations were notably quiet despite the bloodshed. Sociologist Jayeel Cornelio explains where this divergence stems from, and prompts an examination of how we practice the Christian values of justice, redemption, forgiveness of sin.Listen to Tokhang sa Tokhang here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Empowering the youth through education and civic engagement is crucial for building a better future. But academics say it starts at school, and our institutions aren’t quite there yet. Listen to what the National College of Public Administration and Governance had to say.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms:FacebookInstagramTwitterTiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.