Teka Teka

Play-to-earn games promised lifelines when the economy collapsed because of the pandemic. But Chad de Guzman, who reported on the Axie Infinity phenomenon for Time magazine, finds that it has, contrary to promise, left Filipinos in debt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new study gives us the vibe check we’ve always needed: how inclusive are we, really, towards the LGBTI community today?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kumusta ang mga katutubo? 25 years since the enactment of IPRA, the empowerment and benefits are clear, but fundamental - and ironic - challenges persist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's recent trip to Taiwan “poked the panda”, as liberal Western media put it. But in this part of the world, Beijing’s anger is no laughing matter. What does all this mean for the Philippines?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a lawyer’s garage in 2012, Tricia Aquino and a handful of journalists pored over thousands of affidavits of Martial Law victims, photocopying them and preserving them under what they called “The Memory Project”. Warning: Some segments of this podcast are disturbing, graphic, and could be triggering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says the new government has no intention to see the Philippines returning as a party to the International Criminal Court. What does this mean for victims of the Duterte administration’s war on drugs - and for human rights in the Philippines?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former President Fidel V. Ramos – a prominent EDSA figure and longtime public servant – died on July 31 at the age of 94. Listen in as a veteran reporter recalls covering the military man who ushered in a time of stability, peace, and economic progress in the Philippines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Philippines has its first case of monkeypox, less than a week after the World Health Organization called the outbreak a global health emergency. Don’t panic. Listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas says Filipinos should just get bigger wallets once the new polymer bills roll out. But, spoiler alert, Pinoys fold their bills. And they have their reasons. Listen here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just a few months ago, Olympian EJ Obiena wasn’t sure if or when he could represent the Philippines on the global stage again. Then on July 25, the pole vaulter made history when he snagged for the country its first world championship medal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another earthquake generates another tragedy - and much fretting over our vulnerable heritage structures. But Filipino specialists in 3D laser scanning are creating literal backup files of some of our most important and vulnerable sites, preserving blueprints for resilience, rehabilitation, and stronger foundations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to the Teka Teka news team discuss Marcos Jr.'s first State of the Nation Address. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism finds that 5 national candidates spent more than P2 billion each on campaign ads, way above what the Comelec permits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s not just for the dance videos. During the election, people turned to TikTok for news. But short videos layered with earworms have also become powerful platforms for disinformation. What is TikTok doing to fight this, and to stay credible?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco talks about why we should celebrate–not fear–Pinoy basketball players going overseas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A recent post by economist JC Punongbayan sparked fiery debate over whether or not we can still classify farming as a key pillar of the economy. He tells us why it’s time to throw out that misconception. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another nationwide dengue outbreak has health experts urging the government to lift the ban on the controversial vaccine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

But if the Marcos administration refuses to participate in the potential investigation, what else can the victims of Oplan Tokhang do?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Analysts urge President Marcos Jr. to revitalize US-Philippine relations and be more assertive in dealing with China’s maritime behavior.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all have words we fear. Many still can't say it out loud: "President Ferdinand Marcos Jr." On the other side of it, he also couldn't bring himself to utter these at his inaugural address: "Corruption". "Human Rights". How do we move forward from here?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He cursed the oligarchs publicly and vowed to destroy them because they were “what ails Philippine society”. It turns out that the former president only had a select few in mind – and he also paved the way for others to rise to the oligarchy in his time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former President Rodrigo Duterte campaigned on a hardline stance against mining in the Philippines. But in the end, open-pit mines made a comeback. What happened?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former President Rodrigo Duterte launched a thousand headlines when he declared the country’s “separation” from the U.S. and a move towards a more independent stance. But his six years in office saw a pivot to China that analysts say reaped hardly any benefits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Remember when President Rodrigo Duterte promised to cut travel time from Cubao to Makati to just five minutes? We take a closer look at the promised “golden age of infrastructure”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I hate gambling”, former President Duterte declared shortly after he came to power. And yet, gaming firms had their heyday in his time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Diversity can take many forms, from ability to gender to even socioeconomic class. But how do we make sure everyone in the team feels included? Learn how Canva Philippines makes differences work to its advantage, straight from country manager Yani Hornilla-Donato.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s first act vetoing the bill creating the Bulacan Airport Economic Zone made a lot of people unhappy–but the local communities are cheering. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before the return of live shows, the theatre community made its home online. Veteran actor Jeremy Domingo talks about how online play readings helped theatre professionals and fans cope with the loss of live shows during the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Free rides on EDSA buses have been extended until December. But transport groups and commuters alike aren’t exactly cheering. What’s wrong with this picture?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final days of President Rodrigo Duterte’s presidency, Rappler lost yet another battle. The SEC upheld an order to shut down the news site. Where does it go from here?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thirty-six years after a popular uprising forced his family to flee the Philippines and its seat of power, Marcos Jr. returns in victory as the Republic of the Philippines' 17th president.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Theater has returned before live audiences, and after two years of the pandemic, putting on a show has become a different experience. Playwright and producer Juan Ekis takes us behind the scenes of this year’s Virgin LabFest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

60 international observers were on the ground across eight regions in the Philippine on election day. And they concluded that the 2022 national polls were not really “fair, free or honest”. This is why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Millions of unwanted animals continue to live and die on the streets–and PETA says the problem is getting out of hand, with the pandemic forcing people to abandon their pets. And no, pounds aren’t the answer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Analysts weigh in as the peso plummets to a low not seen since 2005. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To many, he's part man, part relic. Someone who seems to have found a way to cheat time – and maybe even consequences. This year, at the age of 98, Juan Ponce Enrile returns to public service.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Surge na naman? The DOH says no, preferring to call it a “continuous increase.” But what does that even mean, exactly? Let’s hear what health authorities have to say about the recent uptick in coronavirus cases.https://pldthome.info/PP_TekaTekaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Criminal law professor Atty. Ted Te walks us through what he says are three key mistakes the PNP made in the handling of that viral SUV hit-and-run case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2022 edition of the Digital News Report finds that Filipinos’ trust in the news overall is up–but a significant portion of the population is starting to avoid it. Why?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“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.