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Like Maria Ressa, Dmitry Muratov founded an independent media outlet. But unlike Rappler, journalists have been killed in Muratov's newsroom. This is the story of how he built a paper that can stand up to Vladimir Putin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Booklaban hosts Shani Tan and Gege Cruz talk to Komiket co-founder Paolo Herras and writer Jay Ignacio about “Alandal”, one of the official selections of the Philippine International Comics Festival 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gigil, the agency that created the infamous Belo “pandemic effect” ad, has been suspended for violating advertising ethics. Let's talk about the very real consequences of unrealistic beauty standards--especially on women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bloggers, vloggers, influencers, content creators: A recent controversial interview stirred up debate about their roles and responsibilities to society. Journalist and educator Danilo Arao, and long-time blogger Noemi Dado talk about the overlaps, differences and the ethical standards in their practices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Bandoy returns to the Philippines and describes his experience from boarding the plane to staying in the quarantine hotel. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One woman, four men. All of them household names in politics, all of them promising change. The race to replace Duterte is on, and these are the candidates courting your votes beginning today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the 2022 senatorial race, 176 candidates are running for just 12 open seats. It's a list filled with incumbent officials, re-electionists, political greenhorns, and former Senators looking to make a comeback. How do you pick out the good ones? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the biggest-ever leak of documents exposing hidden wealth and tax avoidance by the world's rich and powerful. But are offshore accounts illegal? PCIJ editorial director Karol Ilagan explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the height of the probe on Pharmally, President Duterte issued a memorandum forbidding cabinet executives from attending investigations in the Senate. FLAG lawyer and criminal law professor, Atty. Ted Te weighs in on the matter. Follow Te Talks by Ted Te wherever you listen to podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The pilot vaccination for teenagers in the Philippines is set to begin. The IATF announced that six hospitals in Metro Manila will vaccinate 15 to 17 year olds starting October. Dr. DJ Bandoy talks about the latest studies on COVID-19 vaccine for minors. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

San Miguel claims the Pasig River Expressway will decongest our roads. Will it? An urban planner, a government official, and two economists weigh in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the Philippines, only those who have been convicted are prevented from running for government, but NOT those who are facing criminal charges. Why can't we just make a law barring anyone with a legal case from running?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shut all borders! Ground all planes! That was the thinking in the early days of the pandemic, as we fought an unseen enemy. When people did have to fly, they showed up in full hazmat suits. But after 18 months, we now have data that show there's little risk of catching COVID-19 in-flight--if you know what to do. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before the Internet came along, civic education was an integral subject in school. Does it have a role in modern society? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From symptoms check apps to syndromic surveillance, Dr. DJ Bandoy shares his experience attending face-to-face classes at the University of California, Davis. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've been told again and again: wash your hands to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. But for Filipinos in urban poor communities, handwashing is a luxury they can't afford. This story is a collaboration with the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism. Visit pcij.org for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Western Visayas grapples with an uptick in COVID-19 cases, local officials aren't feeling the love from the IATF. In fact, in some cases, it's the task force that's holding them back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've talked about how the healthcare sector is a major driver of climate change. We also know what stands in the way of hospitals going green. But it is possible to do so, and it doesn't even have to happen all at once. In this final episode on sustainable healthcare, we look at how a hospital in Iloilo does it, from providing staff with bicycles, switching from chemical cleaning agents to vinegar and kamias, and segregating their waste meticulously.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FLAG lawyer and criminal law professor, Atty. Ted Te, talks about what to expect in the ICC now that the Pre-trial Chamber has given the greenlight to the Office of the Prosecutor to launch a full investigation into the war on drugs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOH was given billions of pesos for the COVID response. But based on the 2020 audit report, there are discrepancies and possible overspending. Where did those funds end up going? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you're busy saving lives–while fearing for your own–you're not really thinking about segregating waste, switching the lights off when they're not in use, or planting vegetables in your hospital to lessen your carbon footprint when feeding your patients. What are the challenges that make it difficult for our hospitals to adopt environment-friendly practices?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly half a century later, the lessons of Martial Law are more important than ever. We take you behind the scenes of the Freedom Memorial Museum, which is being built not just to honor the past, but more importantly, shine a light on the way forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Last year, we opened classes. And we successfully ended those classes. Now we are opening another school year. Isn't that success worthy of celebration in the light of all our challenges?" Education Secretary Leonor Magtolis Briones drew controversy when she made those remarks at the recent opening of the new school year. How fair is it to make this declaration?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's talk about the ties between two of our biggest crises today: our health, and climate change. We usually associate global warming with the energy sector, transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture. But did you know that healthcare is a major driver of climate change, too?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than the rising trend in victim-activated improvised explosive devices, more IEDs are apparently being made from everyday household items. Fred Lubang, National Coordinator for the Philippine Campaign to Ban Landmines, explains how this trend puts civilians in rural communities at risk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's easy to say what your priorities are, putting your money where your mouth is in another. Alin nga ba ang tunay na priority ng gobyerno para sa 2022 ayon sa proposed national budget? Usapang Econ Muna tayo with JC Punongbayan.Read more about the 2022 budget analysis in this article  https://bit.ly/2XtFK1ySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do aerosol particles behave in the air? And, are face shields enough to prevent the spread of COVID-19?  Dr. DJ Bandoy breaks down the studies.If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly four years after the liberation of Marawi City, the Marawi Compensation Bill finally passes on third and final reading at the House of Representatives. The bill is a long-needed and decisive step towards recognizing the victims of the war in Marawi who deserve just compensation. What does it take to rehabilitate a war-torn city?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite the influx of COVID-19 patients, private hospitals are hanging by a thread. Dr. Glenn Paraso, executive director of the Mary Johnston Hospital, explains how the drop in elective surgeries and the unsettled PhilHealth debt are causing financial distress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Von Totanes, Director of Ateneo's Rizal Library, talks about the importance of libraries, especially when so much is online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Long before we troop to the polls in 2022, politicians have begun pumping big money into ads on social media. That should count as premature campaigning--and yet, it doesn't. We take a closer look at why, and how candidates are blatantly exploiting a loophole in the law.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

U.S. health officials are preparing to rollout COVID-19 booster shots for adults as new variants continue to emerge. But what is the logic behind using booster shots? And should this be a priority? Dr. DJ Bandoy tells us more.If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dumaguete's marine biodiversity is threatened with a 174-hectare reclamation project. Petitions to stop the project have been turned down twice. What do we stand to lose? Trin Custodio of WWF Philippines and marine scientist Dr. Rene Abesamis explain the possible impact on marine life and humans alike.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know that the Philippines has a history with Afghanistan? Veteran journalist Ed Lingao explains the significance of our shared history and how it affects what lies ahead for the Philippines in light of the Taliban's return to power.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New week, new guy cancelledt. What is at the root of this bad behavior? Let's look at it through the lens of evolutionary psychology, with help from Conservative Ako host and sex and relationships therapist Doc Rica Cruz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blended learning has been hard for beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program. Concerned parents are calling for a safe and gradual opening of schools instead. Analiza Natalio of Samahan ng Nagkakaisang Pamilya ng Pantawid shares the state of 4Ps' education during the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. DJ Bandoy breaks down the rules for quarantine and isolation in this episode of COVID Corner. If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Using digital payments have become part of daily transactions. And cryptocurrency has become more popular even outside of tech circles. El Savador has adopted bitcoin as legal tender. Is cryptocurrency the future of money? Ramon Tayag of Bloom Solutions explains what cryptocurrency is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PhilHealth has been embroiled in controversies from corruption scandals to audit discrepancies. Now they're disputing billions of pesos in hospital claims -- suspecting some as being fraudulent.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nagbabasa ka ba ng mga aklat sa Filipino? ‘Yung totoo. Booklaban hosts Gege Sugue and Shani Tan talk about the common misconception about Filipino readers and the ways local publishing houses have influenced more Pinoys to read.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DUMPER-PTDA Party-list Rep. Claudine Diana Bautista drew flak from netizens after photos of her lavish wedding were posted online. FLAG lawyer and criminal law professor, Atty. Ted Te, talks about the rule on modest living for public servants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first case of the Lambda variant in the Philippines was detected on August 15. The Lambda and Delta variants both have similar mutations in the spike protein and the receptor binding domain. But a crucial thing that sets Lambda apart from other variants is that it shows vaccine resistance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Droughts, wildfires, heatwaves, and floods--whose fault is it anyway? The latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report points to humans as the culprit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Tokyo journey isn't done yet. Get to know the six athletes representing the Philippines at the Paralympics 2020.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taliban's swift takeover of Afghanistan signals a return to repressive rule which puts the rights and lives of women at stake. What will life be like under Taliban rule? And what are women's advocacy groups doing to help? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sabi nila, nagfi-Filipino lang ang mga politiko tuwing eleksyon sa campaign jingles nila. Pero bakit nga ba dapat gamitin ng ating mga opisyal ang wikang pambansa—pati na rin ang ating mga katutubong wika—lalong-lalo na sa panahon ng krisis?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

75% of COVID-19 cases in Singapore were vaccinated individuals. Although the cases were not severe, health experts are now looking into “breakthrough infections” possibly driven by the highly contagious Delta variant. Genomic data scientist Dr. DJ Bandoy explains what causes breakthrough infections in this episode.If you have questions about COVID-19, email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Naka-lockdown na naman ang Metro Manila ngayong Buwan ng Wika. Sa panahong nasa bahay lang ang karamihan at madalas ay maulan pa ang panahon, ano kaya ang magandang palipas-oras? Sa pagmamasid ng manunulat na si Lualhati Bautista sa social media, tila dumarami ang mga makata ngayong pandemya.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pres. Duterte's last State of the Nation Address is his longest one yet. Was he able to cover enough of what the people wanted to hear? Young leaders from all over the country give an honest assessment of the SONA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vlogger Nas Daily has been criticized for supposedly featuring Kalinga tattoo artist Apo Whang-Od in an online workshop without permission. Cultural anthropologist and professor Nestor Castro, and Rocky Ngalob of NCIP-CAR explain the laws protecting the centuries-old art form.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.