Teka Teka

Get to know trailblazing boxer and mother Josie Gabuco

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We put a spotlight on Filipina boxers, featuring a veteran athlete who inspires young stars like Nesthy Petecio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

What’s it like to be a young Filipino musician in the digital age?

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Marcial & Mangonade, a young indie duo from Manila, shares what it's like to make music in the digital age. They share their jour...

Reefs in the South China Sea are being destroyed. What can we do?

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative found that Beijing's activity in the South China Sea has destroyed 21,000 acres of reef. That acreage is twi...

Queens of the Ring: Pinay boxers redefining strength

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Filipina boxers are throwing jabs at stereotypes and uppercuts at inequality. In this episode of Teka Teka News, we hear the inspiring stories of Nest...

School closures or face masks? Which was the better COVID pandemic response?

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

According to a report from the Asian Development Bank, school closures had the lowest cost-effectiveness as a mitigation measure during the Covid-19 p...

Itchyworms’ Chino Singson on the adult work of being a friend

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Itchyworms guitarist emeritus Chino Singson on how he and his bandmates have kept a 30-year friendship going. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

The virus that causes shingles

17 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Varicella-zoster, or the virus that causes chickenpox, stays and hides in the body after the primary infection, and could reactivate as shingles or he...

The rise of Filipino DINK couples

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In 2022, the Philippines birth rate went below replenishing levels as Filipino couples choose to delay having children or remain completely childfree....

Justice served? The Baltazar family’s lawyer explains Jemboy’s case

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In many ways, Jemboy Baltazar’s case is rare. Charges were filed, the trial was quick, and convictions were doled out to five cops involved in his k...

Pusang Gala: The ‘Cat Distribution System’ in the Philippines

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does the cat distribution system exist or is it just a product of the problem of an uncontrolled population of stray cats? The Philippine Animal Welfa...

How rape became a war crime, and why we need more women judges

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know it was women judges who made rape a war crime? In this episode, listen to high-ranking jurists make the case for allowing more women to c...

Why has PH failed to curb corruption in recent years?

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A survey conducted by Transparency International saw 19% of Filipino respondents admit that they paid bribes just to access public services within the...

Human rights concerns plague President Marcos Jr.’s Australia visit

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. secured several defense deals and investment pledges during his visit to Australia, but not everyone in the land down u...

How patronage politics thrives in ‘utang na loob’ medical aid programs

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do government assistance programs from national government agencies actively maintain patronage politics? In this episode, we talk about how polit...

All the ways illegal fishing is harming Filipinos – and the rest of the world

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The term IUU – illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing – does little to communicate the gravity and complexity of the problem. A maritime exp...

Pinay Gen Z’s on the frontlines of the climate crisis study solutions abroad

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we hear from young Filipinas who have come face to face with climate disaster – and are looking to bring solutions home as renewabl...

Myanmar: A reason to hope – and help – 3 years into a military coup

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Security experts say the international community must show up for Myanmar's pro-democracy forces at this crucial moment.For more from the PumaPodcast ...

PH, a key player in upholding global women’s rights

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Delia Albert, the Philippines’ first and only female foreign secretary, reflects on our success at advancing women’s rights and how much further w...

West Philippine Sea: The fight against China's disinformation campaign

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Experts, officials, and journalists agree that the Marcos administration must do more to combat China's influence operations in the Philippines. But w...

Chinese cyanide fishing – a new form of aggression in West Philippine Sea?

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources reports damage in Bajo de Masinloc, possibly due to cyanide fishing by Chinese fishermen. This raises co...

Proposed P100 daily minimum wage hike, OK ba?

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Senate recently passed the bill providing for a P100 hike in the daily minimum wage. Congress has proposed increases of P150 to P300. In this episode,...

How to transform Metro Manila into a commuter-centric city

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, let’s talk about solutions that everyone can take part in to make for a safer, healthier, and more efficient transport system for a...

Why Filipinos' support for the ICC matters

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Most Filipinos now back the drug war probe and the country rejoining the International Criminal Court. A lawyer representing drug war victims and thei...

Here's why we need to fight vape use

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Philippines government was called out for blocking tobacco control efforts at a United Nations summit this February 2024. Health advocates say dis...

100 Years of Juan Ponce Enrile and the Philippines (Part 2)

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this second part of a two-part series on Juan Ponce Enrile's 100th birthday, we delve into how he has navigated the tumultuous tides of Philippine ...

Survivors remember the Battle of Jolo during martial law

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On February 7, 1974, a clash between troops and armed rebels devastated Jolo, Sulu. By the time the Marcos regime informed the Filipino people about t...

Andaming online scams, kaya bang makahabol ng batas?

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The alarming surge of fraudulent online selling and investment schemes has prompted the crafting of the Anti-Finance Account Scamming Act (AFASA). Con...

'Alagang Handa' - No beast or pet left behind

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this sixth and final episode of Alagang Handa, we explore the connection of an organic diversified integrated farming system, or ODIFS, in disaster...

Why is online child sex abuse difficult to contain in the Philippines?

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A study found that nearly 500,000 Filipino children were trafficked-–that is, bought and sold illegally—to produce new child sexual abuse material...

100 Years of Juan Ponce Enrile and the Philippines (Part 1)

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In time for the 100th birthday of one of the most powerful, influential, and controversial figures in modern Philippine history, we revisit the last c...

‘Media is a public service, allows public debate,’ says UN free speech expert

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

UN Special Rapporteur Irene Khan has called on the Marcos administration to abolish its anti-communist task force, decriminalize libel, and to create ...

Discord E-Dating: Na-try mo na ba?

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

While Discord’s user base is mainly gamers around the world, many also use the app to form romantic relationships. We look into the world of e-datin...

Episode 5: 'Zero casualties': What about our livestock? Our pets?

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is achieving zero casualties for both humans and animals possible during calamities? Cedric Daep, known in Albay as 'Mr. Disaster,' along with veterin...

Want social change? Be humble and listen.

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Oya Arriola from “Give A Hoot” podcast talks about the mindset of one who has made persuading the public a vocation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

The Marcos-Duterte alliance is crumbling—what does that mean for us?

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The uncoupling of the alliance that swept the 2022 elections has seen accusations of illegal drug use, threats of secession, and calls to resign.For m...

How is corruption connected to human rights? An expert explains.

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"[T]here has been recorded human rights abuses in the country, and that affects the perception of people, perceived level of corruption in the public ...

Meet Mang Nanie, a former accountant, and his thriving community library

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nestled right inside Hernando Guanlao's home in Makati City is a library where anyone can give and take books as they please. The former accountant ca...

Better disaster response—for our animals

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this fourth episode of "Alagang Handa," we travel to Batangas to meet the heroes and victims of the Taal Volcano eruption in 2020. Discover how vol...

3 young women expose alleged abuse by Quiboloy and his church leaders

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Allegations made by three witnesses presented by Senator Risa Hontiveros outline a pattern of sexual abuse perpetrated by Quiboloy and aided by some o...

South Africa: Israeli officials repeatedly called for the genocide they now deny

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In its initial arguments before the International Court of Justice, South Africa highlights statements of top Israeli officials repeatedly calling for...

Pass the Mic: How is the human rights situation under Marcos Jr.?

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carlos Conde, a senior researcher at Human Rights Watch, discusses the current state of human rights in the Philippines. Listen to the end. Conde also...

Para Po! Jeepneys mark Metro Manila’s forgotten history

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we take a nostalgic journey through the streets of Mandaluyong and discover the connections between jeepney routes and the history of...

Holes in the nets: Fisheries, and fisherfolk, fall through the gaps in disaster response

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Philippine Statistics Authority reveals that our fisherfolk comprise the poorest sector in the country, with one in three of them living below the...

Cha-cha 2024, what’s different?

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Changing the Constitution has been a regular exercise of almost every administration. In this episode, economist Cielo Magno and political analyst Ron...

Stuck in traffic? Car-centrism is a major cause

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The commute to, from, and around Metro Manila is punishing. In this episode, we unpack the car-centrism in our culture and government policies—how i...

Climate migration – threat or solution?

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For better or for worse, migration shapes the Philippines. Climate change makes things even more complicated.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find ...

Why Pinays need to get vaccinated vs HPV

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cervical cancer is a leading cause of death for Filipinas. Dr. Efren Domingo says it's possible to eradicate it.For more from the PumaPodcast team, fi...

‘Ayaw nilang iwan’: No evacuation plans for animals means people are trapped, too

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the deep bond between the Danao community and their poultry. It's not just a livelihood; it's a companionship that becomes...

Are e-vehicles the solution to the PH transpo crisis?

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we delve into the shift toward cleaner and more sustainable transportation. From government officials, industry experts, and advocate...

Tama ba yun? Village chiefs fire barangay health workers for not voting for them

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An estimated 80,000 barangay health workers have been let go after the October 2023 village vote. Let’s talk about the impact of when the community’...

Senate gears up to investigate Pastor Quiboloy for sex, trafficking, other crimes

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This will mark the first known local investigation of the embattled megachurch leader despite a pending warrant for his arrest in the US.For more from...

Sari-saring temptation: Junk food producers go after Filipino children right out of the (school) gate

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With no laws to regulate the marketing of high-sugar, high-sodium foods to children, can the Philippines protect itself from an epidemic of diabetes, ...

‘Pinulot sa kangkungan’: Typhoon Odette and the doomed pigs of ‘Lechon Capital’ Carcar City

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carcar City, Cebu is famous for its Lechon Baboy. But when typhoon Odette struck, markets were empty. Local lechon vendors were forced to roast t...

Erasing Memory: Two dismantled statues are all Filipinos have for forgotten Filipino WWII Comfort Women

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Marcos and Duterte governments are but the latest administrations accused of avoidance, denial, and inaction despite a recent United Nations call ...

Philippine education is still playing catch-up to the rest of the world

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 2022 Program for International Student Assessment or PISA laid bare a harsh reality about the Philippine education system. We look into the contin...

Ang epekto ng Taguig-Makati land dispute sa mga residente

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Supreme Court's decision is a victory for Taguig, but it raises questions about the future of the residents of the Embo barangays.For more from th...

What are we doing to protect Filipinas working abroad?

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Officials and advocates reflect on their efforts to make labor migration safe and fair for Filipino women. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

Trailer | Alagang Handa

06 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New year, new hires: How can we improve the onboarding process in 2024?

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From job ads to headhunters, companies invest a lot in recruiting new hires. But what are they doing to make them stay?Research shows that onboarding ...

The struggle to recover the Marcoses’ ill-gotten wealth

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We check in on the decades-long effort to recover the Marcos family's ill-gotten wealth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AI won’t take over humanity, sabi ng mga robot sa kanilang presscon

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we take you into a press conference organized by the United Nations — where humanoid robots controlled by artificial intelligence t...

Why did the Philippines drop off the 2023 crony-capitalism index?

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Should we take our absence from The Economist’s crony-capitalism index in 2023 as a sign of improvement? Not quite, says political analyst Michael Y...

Yes, you can stick to your fitness goals this 2024!

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Most New Year’s resolutions place fitness as a top priority. But how do you keep your fitness up way past a resolution’s average lifespan of 3-4 m...

Join us on an audio tour of where Jose Rizal wanted to be buried

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the hidden stories and rich history of La Loma Cemetery in this delightful audio walking tour. Join Franco Luna from PumaPodcast as he takes ...

Sounds like 2023: Listen to the news and voices of the year that was for Filipinos (Part 2)

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this second half of our Teka Teka News special, we review the major sounds of the year from July to December 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Sounds like 2023: Listen to the news and voices of the year that was for Filipinos (Part 1)

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For Filipino travelers, 2023 started disturbingly quiet. In this two-part special, Teka Teka News reviews the major sounds of the year that was. Hoste...

Linya-Linya’s secret to success, or how poetry wins over a market

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Linya-Linya co-founder Ali Sangalang shows how his training as a poet helped him launch a shirt company that resonated with the everyday Filipino. Lis...

How to be a social reformer given our shared Filipino values

24 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Teka Teka News, we explore 20 things that supposedly matter most to Filipinos, according to a recent study by the National Commissi...

Want social change? Be in touch with the Moveable Middle (Part 2)

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mika Ortega from “Give A Hoot” podcast talks about the moveable middle, the persuadable public in human rights communication. Hosted on Acast. See...

Pass the mic: Ukrainians and their Filipino spouses on the far-reaching effects of Russia’s invasion

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The world’s eyes have been drawn from Ukraine to the unfolding disaster in the Middle East. But the toll of Russia’s invasion continues to mount a...

‘It’s futile to fight corruption by fighting corruption’

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we try to answer the questions Why is corruption so deeply rooted? What are the potential consequences of weak institutions, lack of ...

Why are jeepney drivers up in arms over ‘consolidation’?

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Under the PUV Modernization Program, drivers are required to organize themselves into cooperatives. It’s meant to consolidate operations, help sprea...

Male senators successfully pressure rights body into denouncing abortion

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Law lecturer and political analyst Michael Yusingco called it unconstitutional for senators to use the budget process to influence how government bodi...

Hospitals aren’t sharing data with each other. That’s a problem… for you

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hospitals not sharing vital patient data can lead to inefficiencies, delays, and even life-threatening consequences. With HL7 Philippines’ Louie Cru...

The MSU bombing in Marawi: What we know, what we don't know, and the questions we should be asking

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Roby Alampay and Veronica Uy interview Mindanews editors Bobby Timonera and Froilan Gallardo to delve deeper into the December 3 bomb attack at Mindan...

What is the most important thing to China? And how does the US figure in Beijing’s thinking?

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A Beijing-educated expert weighs in on how the ruling Communist Party weighs security in the Indo-Pacific.For more from the PumaPodcast team, find ...

Want social change? Be in touch with the Moveable Middle (Part 1)

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mika Ortega from “Give A Hoot” podcast talks about the moveable middle, the persuadable public in human rights communication. Hosted on Acast. See...

Food trip sa Iloilo? Know more about this UNESCO City of Gastronomy

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From the rich influences of Chinese, Malay, and Spanish cuisines to the city's commitment to sustainable gastronomy, here’s a look at the story behi...

What would it take to end violence against women by 2030?

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a grim story behind the decision to commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women every November 25. The s...

Listen to the witness against former President Duterte at the International Criminal Court

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Arthur Lascañas, former member of the Davao Death Squad, not only repeats the testimony he made against former President Rodrigo Dut...

Ano ba ‘yang Global Stocktake? Why does it concern us and the UN climate talks at COP28?

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Almost 100,000 people are in Dubai until December 12 to discuss the urgent need for global action to address rising greenhouse gas emissions, extreme ...

Why residents of San Jose del Monte in Bulacan rejected a class upgrade

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The plebiscite is over and the people have spoken, but there’s a lot we can learn from the intricate dynamics of urbanization and the clash of persp...

Anong kinalaman ng population growth sa economic development?

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The UP School of Economics lecture was entitled “PH: What Could Have Been, What Can Be Done?” In this episode, Prof. Ernesto Pernia, Economic Plan...

Checking in on US-China ties as tensions mount in the South China Sea

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

All eyes were on China and the US at this year’s  Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit. Here’s what you need to know.For more from the Pu...

Let’s journey through time and technology and meet one of Quiapo’s last typewriter craftsman.

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Gerald Dela Cruz, a typewriter craftsman based in Manila. In this episode of Teka Teka News, Gerald walks us through the history, decline, and en...

Overcoming body insecurities during the holidays with ‘5 Minutes Lang’

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Spread positivity and cheer this Christmas starting with yourself. In this Teka Teka feature, we’re sharing an episode from the podcast 5 Minutes La...

What is the Bletchley Declaration? Can it regulate AI? How?

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The rise of AI has sparked concerns about losing, among other things, 85 million jobs by 2025 according to the World Economic Forum. In this episode, ...

Need a clean, quiet space where you can do your homework? Try your local library.

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We have over 1,600 public libraries all over the country. In this episode, we talk about these public spaces that have been largely replaced by coffee...

10 years after Typhoon Haiyan | Episode 3: What’s next?

24 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Survivors of Typhoon Haiyan have been forced to move away from the coast and their livelihoods. Now they're safer from typhoons but are still struggli...

Let’s rethink Metro Manila’s water crisis away from Kaliwa Dam

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the fragmented nature of water management and the territorial politics surrounding it. From the looming threat of the Kali...

The 2023 Barangay and SK elections is the bloodiest in Bangsamoro region

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"Generally peaceful ang election sa buong bansa, bagamat may mga iilang insidente ng karahasan na nangyari lalong-lalong sa Bangsamoro,” Comelec com...

Para Po! A psychologist explains why road rage caused most of the 72,000 vehicle crashes in Metro Manila

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In 2022, the MMDA recorded a staggering 72,000 vehicle crashes in the metropolis. In this episode, a psychologist answers the question: what is it abo...

Pass the mic: How Filipino fisherfolk experience China’s aggression in the West Philippine Sea

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The people who make their living in the West Philippine Sea weigh in on President Marcos Jr.’s new policy direction.For more from the PumaPodcast...

10 years after Typhoon Haiyan | Episode 2: The money trail

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, PumaPodcast and Danwatch take a closer look at the issues plaguing the Philippine government’s permanent housing program in Tacloba...

What can fishing tycoon Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. do to improve Philippine agriculture?

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

High cost of farm inputs, El Niño, climate change, and disruptions in global food supply chain are some of the challenges facing Philippine agricultu...

The immense loss slain botanist Leonard Co left in the scientific community

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On November 15, 2010, acclaimed botanist Leonard Co and his companions were shot dead by Philippine Army soldiers who mistook them for insurgents. Thi...

Comprehensive cybersecurity strategy needed as hackers become bolder

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Government websites have fallen victim to hacking seemingly one after the other in the past few months. This puts our personal data at risk. Why are t...

The Czech Republic is a press freedom champion in the Philippines. Here’s why.

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Iconic revolutions that both resulted in the return of a free press took place just three years apart in the Philippines and the Czech Republic. But t...

A Filipina nurse’s take on a global pandemic treaty and fixing PH’s broken health system

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Teka Teka News, let’s look into the vulnerabilities of the Philippine healthcare system that were laid bare during the government...

What makes cults so appealing to the desperate?

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this eye-opening episode of Teka Teka News, we unravel a distressing tale of child abuse within an armed, secretive cult in Surigao del Norte, Phil...