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An estimated one million Filipinos missed the second dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains the consequences of not completing the vaccine shots. For more 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 used to think that the Philippines had three waves of migration: Negrito, Malay, and Indones. But Dr. Maximilian Larena, a Filipino geneticist based in Sweden, reveals that we were populated by at least five waves of migration. Here's what we can learn from our genetic history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Parts of Luzon have been experiencing power interruptions, and yet the Philippines has the second most expensive electricity rates in Asia. Nic Satur Jr. of Kuryente.org explains how electricity is distributed to our homes and breaks down its cost.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. DJ Bandoy breaks down the results of the European Medicines Agency clinical trials of Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID vaccine on 12 to 15 year olds. For more 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.

Filipino fisherfolk are already grappling with the intrusion of Chinese vessels, declining catch, and poverty. Now there's a new development that might make the situation even worse. Experts from Oceana Philippines explain the issue—and why we should all be concerned.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The voice over industry makes commercials, live events, and Tagalized films come to life, and most people believe that you need a golden voice for it. Ariane Astorga, voice talent and host of the Candid Headlines podcast (tinyurl.com/candidheadlines), talks about the unseen work that goes into voice over.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. DJ Bandoy answers the common questions and concerns of people who don't want to get COVID-19 shots. For more 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.

There are almost 1000 stateless Japanese descendants in the Philippines. Without government intervention, they may die missing a piece of their identity. Ricardo Jose and Jocelyn Celero of UP Diliman's History Department and Asian Center explain the struggles of a community that was left behind.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Philippines has some of the most conservative laws when it comes to marriage. But this year, the Supreme Court released a landmark ruling redefining the grounds to nullify a marriage. FEU Institute of Law dean and family law expert Mel Sta. Maria explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

India has become the new epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic with 400,000 daily cases and 4000 deaths. But if we look at the positivity rate and vaccination rate, it is not that far from the Philippines. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains.For more 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.

A fire claimed the lives of more than a hundred students and young people on March 18, 1996. What have we learned about the tragedy? Ret. Gen. Warlito Daus, fire investigator, and Mikael Angelo Francisco, science journalist and editor-in-chief of Flipscience.ph tell us more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From the time the lockdown began in March 15, more than 500 people were killed not by the virus but under the drug campaign. Research Nixcharl Noriega tells us more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That's a lot of zeroes, but the data also tells us we're doing better compared to last year. Dr. DJ Bandoy puts the numbers into perspective and explains what still needs to be improved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inday Espina-Varona talks about the bittersweet observation of World Press Freedom Day in the Philippines. We celebrate colleagues who have stood by truth despite threats and violence. At the same time, we take note of attacks that have taken lives, closed media big and small, and made journalists ask, “Is this all worth it?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The youth make up over 40% of the Philippine population. But youth voter participation through the years has been falling behind. What's happening? Atty. Mildred Ople of YouthLed PH explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

COVID-19 variants similar in strength and characteristics are popping up in different parts of the world. The immediate response of the government is to close its borders. But are these variants even related?Dr. DJ Bandoy explains.For more 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 always say that Tagalog, Bisaya, Ilocano, Ilonggo, Ilocano, Bicolano, and all our languages are genderless. But while Filipino is neutral in terms of gender, does that mean that our culture and thinking is gender neutral, too? Apparently not. Asan ang pruweba? Nasa Google mismo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vaccinating billions of people is one of the biggest logistical challenges of this pandemic. Bon Moya of Microsoft Philippines explains the role technology will play in overcoming it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Philippines is getting ready to receive its first batch of Russia's Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains what we know about the vaccine so far. For more 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.

Patreng Non started a community pantry with one goal: to feed the hungry. But as the movement gained popularity and was replicated in other communities, the NTF-ELCAC began questioning it, and Non. Listen to this Rights Under Lockdown episode with Atty. Ted Te on the government's red-tagging of community pantries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A recent study shows that some hospitals in Metro Manila produce an average of 226 kg of waste each day. Environmental group Health Care Without Harm shares the challenges of managing health care waste amid the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Single-use plastics have been banned in close to 500 cities, municipalities, and provinces in the Philippines. Now the Climate Change Commission and other groups are proposing a nationwide ban.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eight corporations have been consistent top plastic waste polluters for the past three years. We spoke with Jeff Chua from Greenpeace, one of the organizations behind the Break Free from Plastics campaign, about keeping manufacturers accountable. We also talked about another contributor to waste: our response to the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Duterte himself has been very vocal about his diseases. His spokesmen say time and time again that he's healthy for his age. It's a long list of illnesses suffered by the president, let's take a look at all of them. Check out Huli Sa Balita for the full explainer https://spoti.fi/2QrzsLZSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

19 deaths associated with blood clots were reported in the UK. But how big is the risk of getting blood clots from the COVID-19 vaccine? Dr. DJ Bandoy explains in this episode.For more 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.

220 armed Chinese vessels were seen anchored within the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone. The Philippines and other foreign states have called out China's intrusion, but should the Philippine government do more?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pregnancy among 15- to 19-year-olds has been declining. But even earlier pregnancy—among 10- to 14-year-olds—has been on the rise. What's going on?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anong kinalaman ng pampurga ng aso sa COVID-19? The World Health Organization has cautioned against the use of Ivermectin to treat the virus. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains what Ivermectin is—and isn't.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Black Nazarene procession in Quiapo draws millions of devotees annually. However, it has also gained a reputation as a practice of "chaos and fanaticism.” Historian Xiao Chua portrays Traslacion in a different light.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every Holy Week, Catholic devotees go on a five-hour pilgrimage to Antipolo. How did this tradition even begin? And what's changed since it started 300 years ago?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you learned history in school, did you get a sense of who we were before we were colonized? Or are you more familiar with the events that followed? We often know less about our pre-colonial past. But did you know that we can get information about this period from Filipino Catholic traditions that remain today?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever wonder why movies and series on Netflix don't buffer? We have a Filipina scientist to thank for that. In this episode, Anne Aaron of Netflix tells us how tech like this develops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly 8000 COVID-19 cases were recorded on March 20, the highest recorded in a single day. At this rate, how many cases can we expect in the coming weeks? Dr. DJ Bandoy gives us three scenarios.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than 220 killed and 2,200 arrested as protests continue in Myanmar. Several countries have condemned the military junta takeover but ASEAN has yet to make a stand. What is ASEAN's role in the region?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is the value of art in the middle of a pandemic? Hindi raw essential goods 'yan. But as we're finding out, the longer we're in lockdown, it's what gives us the will—not just to survive—but to live. In this episode, we'll tell you about an event that celebrates the things that make life worth living. Tuloy Po Kayo!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new P.3 variant of COVID-19 has been discovered in the Philippines. Dr. DJ Bandoy explains everything we know about the new variant so far.For more 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.

Nine people were killed and six arrested in a series of raids conducted by government forces on March 7. It was one of the deadliest days for Filipino activists under the Duterte administration.Who were these activists? And what do we know so far?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many Filipinos have dreamt of playing pro ball in America. Chanelle Molina is one step away from making it happen. In this special episode for Women's Month, Chanelle shares her story with Ceej Tantengco of Go Hard Girls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How many Filipinos should be vaccinated per day to reach herd immunity by the end of 2021? Dr. DJ Bandoy crunches the numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The navigation app Waze is closing its sales offices in the Philippines. Tech journalist Bob Reyes explains what this means for users.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Among Filipino children, one out of five have experienced sexual violence. One reason they're so vulnerable? The law. The legal age of consent for sex, 12, is one of the lowest in the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The DOH started vaccinating healthcare workers this week. Dr. DJ Bandoy talks about what happens when you get vaccinated and why everyone should keep wearing face masks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sabi ng BSP, lumiit ang FDI sa Pilipinas nung 2020, pero kung ang trade and development body ng UN ang tatanungin, Pilipinas lang ang nagtala ng positive growth sa foreign investments last year. What gives?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A rover and a helicopter on Mars, and another cube satellite in space—in this episode, we explore what we can learn from these space missions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Food and Drug Administration gave an emergency use authorization of the Sinovac vaccine. Dr. DJ Bandoy talks about what this authorization means, as well as the limitations of the Sinovac vaccine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our daily routines have changed drastically since lockdown. The leaders of Grab and GCash share how tech has helped us adapt—and in some ways, even improve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sustainable fashion advocate Bianca Gregorio plans to build the country's first center for sustainable fashion right in the middle of Taytay's shopping district.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Israel has administered the most COVID-19 vaccine doses per capita in the world. 40% of the population has been vaccinated, including 90% of the most at risk elderly. Dr. DJ Bandoy gives us key takeaways from their vaccine campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite getting support from some Republicans in the upper chamber of the US Congress, the Democrat-led Senate failed to follow through on Donald Trump's impeachment with an actual conviction. Trump has officially been acquitted. What does it all mean for the former president, and what comes next for American politics?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ad exec Herbert Hernandez shares the stories behind the viral videos for RC Cola and Orocan. Come for the memes, stay for the discussion on creativity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.