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Balitang thinking, hindi breaking. Teka Teka is the news podcast that takes its time to explain the issues you need to know. A PumaPodcast production.
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TThousands of children in the Philippines live where everyone can see them — on sidewalks, under bridges, in jeepney terminals — yet the system barely knows they exist.In this episode, Bahay Tuluyan, a child-rights organization that has worked with street-involved children for nearly four decades, talks about what it really means to be visible but invisible: documented nowhere, excluded from school and health services, and often at risk of abuse and exploitation.Executive Director Catherine Scerri joins Hannah Grace to share stories from the streets, explain why informal care and lack of documentation make children disappear from government systems, and discuss how long-term solutions like affordable housing, family reintegration, and education access can break the cycle.Learn more about Bahay Tuluyan’s work and find ways to support at www.bahaytuluyan.orgListen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When fact-checkers dug into fake news flooding YouTube and TikTok, they found something deeper — ordinary Filipinos caught in a web of lies. In this episode, Regine Cabato speaks with Nikko Balbedina of PressONE.ph about the rise of “news cycle disinformation”—and how it turns victims into unwitting spreaders of falsehoods.Listen as they unpack how profit, algorithms, and emotion shape the information we believe.This episode was produced by Bubbles Magpayo and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Who was Apolinario Mabini, really? Known as “The Sublime Paralytic” and “Brains of the Philippine Revolution” (Utak ng Himagsikan), Mabini shaped the course of the revolution through his sharp intellect, even as he lost the use of his legs to polio.In this episode, we revisit Mabini’s legacy through his posthumous work, La Revolucion Filipina. What did Mabini really think of the revolution, Emilio Aguinaldo, and the struggle for independence? And why does his voice still matter today?This episode is produced and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow Teka Teka on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nearly twenty years after he first got acquainted with Philippine basketball, American writer and Pacific Rims author Rafe Bartholomew returns to reflect on how the game—and the culture around it—has evolved. In this episode of Teka Teka hosted by Jaemark Tordecilla, Rafe talks about the Ateneo–La Salle rivalry that first drew him into the country’s hoops scene, the debate over foreign student-athletes, and how the Philippines has long blurred the line between amateur and professional play. He also weighs in on the rise of influencer basketball and the global opportunities now open to Filipino players. More than a conversation about sports, it’s a deep dive into why basketball remains the Philippines’ enduring national love affair.This episode was engineered by Anthony Tobias.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok.Hear more from Rafe in The Global Bounce podcast, which he hosted for PumaPodcast in 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why do Filipinos still hesitate to seek help for mental health?Psychiatrist Dr. Nueva Joy Perucho talks to Hannah Grace about the realities of mental health care in the Philippines — the stigma, the silence, and the hope. From the rise of telepsychiatry to the importance of speaking in your mother tongue, this episode explores how compassion, culture, and connection can make healing possible.If you need help, you may contact the following: 𝟮𝟰/𝟳 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 (NCMH) 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲☎️ 1553 (Nationwide landline toll-free)☎️ 1800-1888-1553📱 SMART/ TNT: 0919-057-1553📱 GLOBE/ TM: 0917-899-USAP(8727)In Touch 24/7 Anonymous Crisis LineLandline: +63288937603 Globe: +639178001123Smart: +639190560709 / +639228938944This episode was produced by Hannah Grace and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nepal’s Gen Z protests are shaking the foundations of power. From corruption scandals to a historic “Discord vote” that helped select an interim prime minister, young Nepalis are challenging the political order and demanding accountability. Journalist Pranaya Rana of Kalam Weekly joins Roby Alampay to unpack the roots of the youth-led movement, what sparked it, and what comes next for Nepal.What lessons can Filipinos and the rest of the world learn from Nepal’s Gen Z revolution? Tune in for insights on corruption, activism, and the uncertain road ahead.This episode is engineered by Anthony Tobias.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What’s the difference between being rich and being truly wealthy?Gen Z host Angel Martinez sits down with Boomer Francis Kong — entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker — and Xennial Eric Dee, COO of FooDee Global Concepts, for a multigenerational conversation on money mindsets. From Gen Z’s retail therapy or “budol” spending habits and the pressure of keeping up online to their rising entrepreneurial spirit, they explore how discipline, values, and perspective shape financial security across generations.This episode was produced by Hannah Grace and engineered by Anthony Tobias. The Generations Podcast is executive produced by Sheila Paras of Philstar Life and Roby Alampay of PumaPodcast.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025 Ramon Magsaysay Awardee Fr. Flaviano “Flavie” Villanueva shares his powerful journey from drug addiction to priesthood, and his mission to give second chances to the homeless, the grieving, and victims of Duterte’s bloody war on drugs.In this conversation with Roby Alampay, Fr. Flavie reflects on faith, redemption, and what it means to stand with the forsaken. He opens up about the realities of homelessness in the Philippines, his regrets and lessons from once supporting Duterte, and why compassion, justice, and second chances matter.This episode is engineered by Anthony Tobias.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During the pandemic, content creation exploded from dance trends into a serious career path. But what happens when anyone with a camera and Wi-Fi can become a “news source”?In this episode of Generations, Angel Martinez and Jaemark Tordecilla sit down with award-winning multimedia journalist Jacque Manabat to talk about the blurred lines between journalism and content creation.Jacque talks about building trust with audiences beyond the “TV reporter voice,” the challenge of fighting disinformation in an algorithm-driven landscape, and why she sees herself as both journalist and content creator. This episode is engineered by Anthony Tobias. The Generations Podcast is executive produced by Sheila Paras of Philstar Life and Roby Alampay of PumaPodcast.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On September 21, 2025, thousands of Filipinos joined protests against alleged corruption in flood control projects. In this episode, Regine Cabato speaks with Kiko Aquino Dee, co-convener of SIKLAB (Simbahan at Komunidad Laban sa Katiwalian), about the Trillion Peso March, the growing public anger, and what’s next for the anti-corruption movement.This episode is engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow Teka Teka on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Was Martial Law under Ferdinand Marcos really a “golden age” for the Philippine economy—or a myth built on debt and corruption?Mayen Vital and JC Punongbayan revisit the economic realities of the Marcos years in this Usapang Econ episode from 2019. Using historical data and analysis, they debunk three common myths: that Martial Law marked the “golden age” of the Philippine economy, that the infrastructure projects built during this period were wholly beneficial, and that Marcos was a benevolent dictator who acted in the people’s best interest.The conversation reveals how debt-driven growth, widespread corruption, and declining living standards defined this period, leading to a lost decade of development that Filipinos are still paying for today.As the 53rd anniversary of Martial Law is remembered, this episode asks us to confront history with facts, not myths—so we never forget, and never again.This episode is engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow Teka Teka on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok.ORIGINAL EPISODE: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1iJn9RjWjUxbaKpAkU9uJz?si=HIIyzUPyTIObTsVTz5qu4w Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rica Peralejo, actress and online personality, discusses the "patol" culture on social media in the latest episode of the Generations podcast with Angel Martinez and Jaemark Tordecilla.She shares her personal experiences with online backlash, including a memorable incident involving a hospital visit and a viral tweet, and her more recent controversy involving Heart Evangelista. Rica also offers insights into why she continues to engage in online discourse, acknowledging that it can be a source of income and a platform for sharing her thoughts, particularly through writing. She provides advice on how to navigate online discussions, emphasizing the importance of letting go of engagements with trolls and not expecting those unwilling to listen to acknowledge your perspective.This episode was engineered by Anthony Tobias. The Generations Podcast is executive produced by Sheila Paras of Philstar Life and Roby Alampay of PumaPodcast.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why does the Philippines continue to suffer from severe flooding despite spending over ₱545 billion on nearly 10,000 flood control projects?In this episode of Teka Teka, reporter Lilian Tiburcio speaks with Glenn Banaguas — world-renowned science diplomat, UN Sasakawa Awardee for Disaster Risk Reduction, and founder of the Environmental and Climate Change Research Institute.They unpack the real reasons behind recurring floods: climate change and shifting rainfall patterns; corruption and ghost projects in flood control spending; lack of integrated, science-based master planning; and nature-based solutions vs. outdated infrastructure fixes.The conversation also explores how Filipinos can demand accountability, adapt to climate hazards, and push for science-driven solutions.This episode is produced by Hannah Grace and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Atom Araullo joins Philstar Life columnist Angel Martinez and PumaPodcast Editor-at-Large Jaemark Tordecilla in the episode of Generations! They engage in a thoughtful conversation about "kurakot-shaming," the origins of Atom's journalistic approach, the problem with performative outrage, and how to sustain anger against corruption. They also discuss the effectiveness of online "cancel culture" versus real-world action in driving societal change.Atom also discusses his new book, "A View from the Ground", where he publishes stories that often go beyond what can be captured on camera, and how his experiences as a reporter have informed his views on social issues. They also explore the role of journalism in providing a voice to the marginalized who are at the other end of the effects of government corruption.This episode was engineered by Anthony Tobias. The Generations Podcast is executive produced by Sheila Paras of Philstar Life and Roby Alampay of PumaPodcast.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Indonesia is Southeast Asia’s largest democracy, but today, it’s a nation in turmoil. In this episode, Roby Alampay speaks with Hafizh Nabiyyin, Freedom of Expression Division Head at the Southeast Asia Freedom of Expression Network (SAFENet), and Juan Robin, multimedia journalist from Narasi TV.Together, they unpack Indonesia’s mass protests—how youth movements, social media campaigns, and frustration with corruption have fueled nationwide demonstrations. From student-led actions to online organizing, citizens are challenging impunity and demanding reform from the Prabowo Subianto government.This episode is engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow Teka Teka on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fr. Flavie Villanueva, a Filipino priest and 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Awardee, has dedicated his life to restoring dignity to society’s most vulnerable—especially the poor, victims of the war on drugs, and those once entangled in petty crime. In this episode, we look back on our Tokhang sa Tokhang feature on his work, exploring his mission of compassion, his groundbreaking community programs, and how his work challenges us to see humanity where others often see only stigma. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is the popular use of "therapy-speak" a sign of progress or a potential pitfall? Trauma therapist and RockEd co-founder Gang Badoy joins Philstar Life columnist Angel Martinez and PumaPodcast editor-at-large Jaemark Tordecilla to discuss the perks and dangers of pathologizing everyday phenomena. They discuss terms like "narcissist," "trauma," "gaslighting," and "bipolar," differentiating their clinical definitions from their colloquial use. Gang emphasizes the importance of accurate language in mental health discussions and offers insights on identifying genuine disorders versus normal human experiences, and how to set healthy boundaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why do conspiracy theories thrive—and why do so many Filipinos believe them? In this episode, Regine Cabato sits down with journalist Sofia Tomacruz and sociologist Nicole Curato, co-authors of How Conspiracy Theories Harm Deliberative Democracy. They talk about everything from Marcos-era myths to modern-day TikTok videos, why these stories resonate even with people who see themselves as “critical thinkers,” and how they pose real risks to democracy. The conversation also highlights lessons for truth advocates, showing how understanding the participatory ways misinformation spreads can help them engage more effectively and encourage thoughtful public dialogue.This episode is produced by Hannah Grace and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow Teka Teka on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Journalism's credibility is once again under scrutiny after Mayor Vico Sotto's post about alleged media corruption went viral. In this episode, PumaPodcast's Founder and Chairman Roby Alampay and Editor-at-Large Jaemark Tordecilla dive deep into the accusations, the ethical dilemmas faced by journalists, and the public's role in rebuilding trust in media.They discuss the allegations against media figures Julius Babao and Korina Sanchez and the everyday struggles of working journalists, before exploring why soul-searching in the media is crucial and explaining why the problem is a challenge for everyone in society, including audiences.This episode was produced by Jyn Garcia and engineered by Anthony Tobias.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Regine Cabato and Gian Libot discuss their recent report for the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism, "Five Ways the Duterte Influence Machine is Deceiving Filipinos." They break down how a "cyborg operation" of human and AI-powered elements feeds pro-Duterte propaganda to the public, especially concerning the Vice President's impeachment case. They explore five tactics: dismissal and distortion of facts (including legal and financial jargon), distraction and deflection, emotional manipulation, and the spread of conspiracy theories. The conversation also delves into the use of long-form "think tank" essays on social media, astroturfing in comment sections, and the selective discrediting of experts, highlighting the challenges of fact-checking in this information landscape.Read their report here: https://pcij.org/2025/08/07/five-ways-the-duterte-influence-machine-is-deceiving-filipinos/This episode is engineered by Anthony Tobias.Listen to our episodes on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.For more updates, follow Teka Teka on these platforms: Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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