Teka Teka

“A proud Dabawenya, a proud Mindanaoan, and a proud Filipino.” Let’s listen in on the inauguration of the incoming Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte-Carpio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coffee is part of many Filipinos' everyday lives—so how is the local coffee industry doing today? We look at the problems and the potential of Pinoy coffee with experts Aaron Llavore and Bryan Garrido.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mindanao Pride president Hamilcar Chanjueco Jr. talks about the pride movement in the Philippines and the laws which the community hopes to see passed in Congress, finally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award-winning photojournalist Ezra Acayan talks about his day trailing Dr. Raquel Fortun, one of only two forensic pathologists in the Philippines, for a New York Times photo essay as she tries to find answers in the bones of exhumed drug war victims. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The jockeying for Senate leadership in the early days after the polls closed was rife with intrigue and gossip. How did Majority leader Migz Zubiri edge out Sen. Cynthia Villar? Is there going to be a supermajority coalition for president-elect Marcos? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President-elect Bongbong Marcos was beloved on the campaign trail for vowing to slash the prices of our beloved staple. But can he do it, at a time when runaway inflation has become a problem everywhere?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We ask United States Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman point-blank whether President-elect Bongbong Marcos will be allowed Stateside, despite a standing contempt order worth $353 million.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After defending their gold medal at the 2021 SEA Games in Vietnam, the Gilas Pilipinas Women met members of the Girls Got Game Born Ready Basketball Camp. Here's how they're inspiring the next generation of Filipina ballers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Outgoing health secretary Francisco Duque III made it to the end of his term, despite a turbulent last few years. He's stepping down at a time when life has returned to normal, but leaves behind some big unfinished business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's get to know the former chief of staff and spokesperson of Ferdinand Marcos Jr., and the incoming executive secretary of the Republic of the Philippines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An expert argues that the decades-old AFP Modernization Program should be scrapped entirely to make way for a policy that better addresses the threats the Philippines faces today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Agriculture Department is warning of a food crisis in the second half of the year, exacerbated by a string of global events. Which means restaurants have had to get creative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's get to know Press Secretary-to-be Trixie Cruz-Angeles and her plans for the PCOO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It isn't just Martial Law. Across several PumaPodcast episodes, historian Sab Schnabel talks us through the many instances of historical distortion in our past–beginning with the Philippine-American War. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the US, there is an uproar over a leaked document indicating that the legal right to abortion may soon no longer be available to women. Local activist Shiph Belonguel warns that these rollbacks on women's reproductive rights could have massive implications for Filipinas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They're all accomplished and distinguished gentlemen. But they're taking over a battered economy, with debt that's sky high. Can they see us through this slump?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disinformation researchers Jonathan Ong and Jace Cabañes followed top trolls and discovered how they use anonymous accounts, meme pages and parody accounts to reach their target audience. Listen to this excerpt from our new podcast called “Catch Me If You Can”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

113-year-old Rizal, Leni's NPA husband, and a whole lot of other ridiculous myths propagated online. We talk to Vera Files fact-checker and researcher Rick Berdos about some of the most persistent ones he's had to debunk.https://pldthome.info/PP_TekaTekaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is monkeypox, how does it spread, and what is the government doing about it? Health authorities answer all our questions.https://pldthome.info/PP_TekaTekaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a series of interviews following his appointment as incoming justice secretary, Cavite Rep. Boying Remulla shares his thoughts on media and the free press. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why has it been so hard to trust police autopsies, especially when it comes to victims of the so-called war on drugs? Dr. Raquel Fortun, one of only two forensic pathologists in the Philippines, weighs in. https://pldthome.info/PP_TekaTekaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Petitioner Atty. Ted Te breaks down the legal battle which they brought to the Supreme Court to void the candidacy of president-elect Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Is there precedent? Will they succeed?https://pldthome.info/PP_TekaTeka See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every year, the Philippines is struck by an average of 20 typhoons, leaving thousands of casualties behind. You can't fight nature, but the next president can still do a lot to protect the most vulnerable communities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friday rush hour na naman. Have you ever been so desperate to get home you were forced to take a habal-habal or been fetched by a volunteer rider? According to the LTFRB, you've patronized an illegal colorum vehicle. So what's the problem? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some Filipinos abroad are still struggling to come to terms with Marcos Jr.'s win. We talk to someone in the Big Apple about how this election played out for them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DepEd Secretary Sara Duterte–what kind of surprises will that bring? Experts and advocates weigh in on the incoming VP's imminent tenure at the Department of Education and her plans for mandatory ROTC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Online influencers played a much bigger role in this year's elections. But do you know that some of them were paid big bucks to endorse candidates? Disinformation researcher Professor Jonathan Ong of Harvard University talks about the lucrative business of paid influencers in a new podcast called “Catch Me If You Can”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mahilig ka bang mag-extra rice? Well, scientists project that this may be a thing of the past if we continue with business-as-usual despite the climate crisis. Not only might we become food-insecure, but this could also lead to conflicts and some 300,000 more deaths due to starvation by 2050.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More and more films are streaming on Netflix in Filipino. Dubbing director and producer Rudolf Baldonado Jr. talks about the important work that goes into making a good dub.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr., son and namesake of the late dictator, is the presumptive next president of the Philippines. How is he going to fix the economy? What will his first hundred days look like?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ang pagod mula sa botanteng hatinggabi nang lumabas sa presinto, ang pagpoprotesta sa harap ng Comelec, ang talumpati ng nangungunang kandidato... Pakinggan ang audio diary ng PumaPodcast team ngayong May 10.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ang pag-alok ng sample ballots sa labas ng presinto, ang "beep" ng temperature check papasok nito, ang paghingi ng paliwanag sa poll workers para sa sirang machines... Pakinggan ang audio diary ng PumaPodcast team ngayong May 9.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Comelec has observed more senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and pregnant women registering to vote. Are we finally ready for a more inclusive and accessible election this time around? We visit two of these satellite polling places ahead of election day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the Duterte administration winds down, at least two key witnesses of the Department of Justice have recanted their testimonies against jailed Senator Leila de Lima. Why are they only speaking up now? And what impact will this have on her case? We speak to De Lima lawyer Rolly Peoro.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After six years–six years of continued killings and harassment of journalists, of trolling and self-censorship, of being denied access to sources and information–we look back and assess the damage left behind by the Duterte administration, just in time for World Press Freedom Day on May 3.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it take to guarantee the voting public a free and honest election? SharePhil organized a forum with Comelec and poll watchdogs to discuss exactly this.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's singing, dancing, prize money and free food. There's also not much talk about their platform, or how they will achieve unity. Camille Elemia tells us what she's learned in the months trailing the Uniteam candidates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, writer Bambi Eloriaga-Amago talks about her comic book Doobiedoo Asks, which tells the story of how her family adapted to raising a son with autism. What does it mean to be inclusive of people on the autism spectrum?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Philippines is vulnerable not just to the effects of climate change—think stronger typhoons, and in the unlikeliest of places—but also to global events that affect power supply. Which is why the latest findings of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change matter to us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Community pantry, but in public transport? Here's how social media users mobilized to bring stranded commuters home during Holy Week's commuter hell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disinformation researcher Professor Jonathan Ong of Harvard University unmasks the typical online troll in a new podcast called “Catch Me If You Can”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

40 Wall Street is just one of the four opulent New York buildings Ferdinand Marcos bought for his wife Imelda–using Filipino taxpayers' money. We take you there, guided by former PCGG Commissioner Atty. Ruben Carranza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They're called LEOSATs, and they can deliver data faster and at higher bandwidths. Here's how soon we can expect Elon Musk's satellite broadband company to set up shop here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People are still scratching their heads over that last-minute Easter Sunday press conference called by three of the lagging presidential candidates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carrots from China coated with chemicals to make it last a month. Onions and cabbages declared as pastries. Vegetable smuggling in the Philippines has been around for years. Why can't we put a stop to it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Advocates have long said that road collisions involving cyclists aren't just accidents–they're a result of poor infrastructure and policies. We speak to Anton Siy and MMDA's Bong Nebrija, about what needs to be done. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He's been in government more than 50 years, and was supposed to retire from public life. But then came a call from good friend Manny Pacquiao. What will an Atienza vice presidency look like?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He's an activist, scholar and former lawmaker. And in his words, he's running to prevent a “Marcos-Duterte axis of evil”. What will a Bello vice presidency look like?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He's a cardiologist turned social media influencer running alongside Manila mayor Isko Moreno. And he seems obsessed about nuclear war. What will an Ong vice presidency look like? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a farmer, Senator Kiko Pangilinan has put agriculture front and center in the campaign. But what has he done for the industry in his more than 2 decades of public service? What will a Pangilinan vice presidency look like?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.