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The Howie Severino Podcast

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Insightful conversations with veteran journalist, Howie Severino. Winner of the 2023 Catholic Mass Media Award for Best Educational Program.

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  1. Can animation help us remember a massacre?

    · 59 min

    “‘Yun ang power ng animation. It gave life to the voiceless. Nabigyan namin sila ng itsura… ng boses ulit.” Director Carl Joseph Papa joins Howie Severino from the Busan International Film Festival in South Korea,…

  2. Barangay Elections postponed again; how will the Supreme Court Rule?

    · 45 min

    “Ipapabarangay kita.” The common neighborhood warning highlights the real authority at the most grassroots level of government. Barangays are not just community hubs; it is said their officials serve as vital foot…

  3. From Bullets to Ballots — Unpacking the BARMM parliamentary elections

    · 41 min

    “Napatunayan po nila na war, guns, is not the only option of attaining peace and development in our communities.” As the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) concludes its historic first…

  4. On remote work — Can the Philippines export talent without exporting people?

    · 50 min

    Being a virtual assistant (VA) is now the dream job for most Filipinos, according to a new Remitly study. As one of the growing professions in the remote work sector, VA work has given Filipinos greater access to…

  5. Ethan Hernandez brings environmental science to the masses

    · 44 min

    "Nakagaganda ng buhay ang may alam." Viral content creator, University of the Philippines Los Baños professor, and forester Ethan Hernandez shares his journey from overcoming poverty, including sleeping in an…

  6. ‘Online gaming does not cause real-world violence’ — Psychologist AJ Sunglao | The Howie Severino Podcast

    · 39 min

    TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics that may be harmful or disturbing to some. Audience discretion is advised. Recent school shootings in Tacloban and Zamboanga — occurring just two…

  7. Is Green Technology Really Green?

    · 54 min

    Erratic oil prices and Middle East conflicts are accelerating the global shift toward solar power, a technology widely celebrated as planet-friendly. But the surge in electric vehicles and solar panels conceals a…

  8. The Unscripted Legacy of Kidlat Tahimik

    · 49 min

    “When I make a film, it's like a mosaic glass window. It's not planned, it's not distilled like those Hollywood scripts are.” In Part 2 of his conversation with Howie Severino, National Artist for Film Kidlat Tahimik…

  9. The Education of Kidlat Tahimik

    · 52 min

    When acclaimed filmmaker Kidlat Tahimik recently returned his National Artist medallion, it was a rare and striking act of protest. He was lamenting the Commission on Higher Education's (CHED) proposed policy to cut…

  10. Impeachment Trial 101 with UP Law Professor Paolo Tamase

    · 1 h 12 min

    "The truth-telling makes the impeachment process worth it.” UP Law School Associate Dean Paolo Tamase explains to Howie Severino the various ways an impeachment trial is different from a regular courtroom trial. He…

  11. AI Uncovered — From Newsroom to Classroom and Beyond

    · 1 h 07 min

    AI expert Jaemark Tordecilla returns to GMA Network for a wide-ranging conversation with Howie Severino on the technology reshaping journalism, education, and everyday life. They are joined by several dozen high…

  12. DUTERTE — ROAD TO THE HAGUE — Rodrigo Duterte’s Early Years

    · 33 min

    With former President Duterte set to face trial at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, we look back at his formative years, long before he rose to power. “He wished his father saw him become a…

  13. Stone by stone — Saving the heritage houses of Batanes

    · 27 min

    For this special episode of Howie Severino Presents, the team travels to the northernmost province of the archipelago to look for the last traditional stone houses, a distinctive feature of Batanes that is rapidly…

  14. ONLINE INVASION: How are foreign powers influencing public opinion in the Philippines? | Part 3

    · 41 min

    Has your feed been invaded — by China, America, or any other foreign power? How can you tell? Open-source intelligence analyst Giano Libot explains how foreigners shape and influence public opinion in the Philippines.…

  15. ONLINE INVASION: How China is swaying global public opinion — an analyst explains | Part 2

    · 37 min

    In China's influence operations in the world, the Philippines ranked 7th in 2022, according to the study the China Index. In 2024, the Philippines went down the ranking to number 29. Analyst Janina Santos from…

  16. ONLINE INVASION: How foreign powers shape what we see and believe online | Part 1

    · 31 min

    In today’s information battlefield, outside forces are waging influence campaigns using proxies, propaganda, and falsehoods to sway public opinion. This tactic is known as Foreign Information Manipulation and…

  17. Women’s suffrage — Beauty queen na nangampanya para sa kababaihan

    · 36 min

    Ang kauna-unahang Miss Philippines na si Pura Villanueva Kalaw, kinikilalang isa rin sa mga pinakamatatalinong babae ng kaniyang panahon. Kaya nang ipaglaban niya ang karapatang bumoto ng mga babae, nakinig ang lahat.…

  18. Women’s suffrage — Nang manalo ang mga babae

    · 38 min

    Sa matagal na panahon, lalaki lang ang nakaboboto sa Pilipinas — hanggang makibaka at mangampanya ang kababaihan. Alamin kung paano unang nakaboto sa halalan ang mga babae. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

  19. Tejeros — Unang eleksyon na nauwi sa execution

    · 32 min

    Nagtipon ang Katipunan sa Cavite noong 1897 para magkasundo muli. Ngunit nagkagulo nang maghalalan. Lalong lumalim ang hidwaan. Kumalas si Bonifacio. Pinaaresto ni Aguinaldo. Paano naging personal ang alitan nila?…

  20. Unang eleksyon, 1897 — Ugat ng hidwaan nila Aguinaldo at Bonifacio

    · 34 min

    Tejeros Convention, Part 1 Para mamagitan sa dalawang paksyon ng Katipunan, dumayo si Andres Bonifacio sa isang pulong sa Cavite na naging snap election. Bakit hindi tanggap ni Bonifacio ang pagkatalo niya? Hosted on…

  21. Sino nga ba si Ramon Magsaysay?

    · 41 min

    Dating gerilya at mekaniko ng bus, si Pangulong Ramon Magsaysay ay malapit sa masa at nakamobilisa ng kabataan. Walang bahid ng katiwalian. Ngunit hindi niya natapos ang kanyang unang termino. Who was Ramon Magsaysay?…

  22. Mambo Magsaysay — The first viral campaign jingle

    · 27 min

    The youthful presidential candidate Ramon Magsaysay won by a landslide in 1953, propelled by various campaign gimmicks, including the first viral campaign jingle. That catchy tune was even revived during the 1986…

  23. The best art comes from nature— Dr. Joven Cuanang

    · 29 min

    The Pinto Art Museum and Arboretum in Antipolo City stands out for bringing art and nature together in one place. Founded by neurologist Dr. Joven Cuanang, he talks to Howie Severino about his love for trees and plants…

  24. [MINISODE] Who is Mr. Christmas?

    · 2:35

    In this conversation recorded in August 2022, Jose Mari Chan shares his thoughts on being considered a Christmas icon. Date recorded: August 11, 2022 Listen to the full episode here:…

  25. [ MINISODE ] Lessons on Loss and Grief with Lissa Romero de Guia

    · 15 min

    “If you love, you will grieve.” In a heartfelt conversation recorded last December 2023, writer Lissa Romero de Guia shares how writing helped her navigate the profound loss of her husband, Kidlat de Guia. As we…

  26. [ MINISODE ] Does Metro Manila traffic have a solution?

    · 5:27

    It’s Christmas carmaggedon season. Inclusive mobility advocate Kenneth Abante calls for a shift in thinking to moving people and not cars. Date recorded: June 30, 2023 Listen to the full episode here Hosted on…

  27. [MINISODE] ‘Ang taba mo!’ Dapat ba patulan ang puna sa family reunions?

    · 9:14

    Paano nga ba sasagutin ang mga taklesang tanong sa family reunions ngayong Kapaskuhan? Narito ang ilang tips mula sa dating radio host na ngayon ay trauma therapist na si Gang Badoy Capati. Date recorded: December 4,…

  28. [MINISODE] Xmas not merry for all. A psychologist teaches how to cope and empathize.

    · 6:46

    The holiday season is seen as a time of joy, but not everyone feels like celebrating. Studies show that many people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) during this time, often marked by anxiety and depression.…

  29. [MINISODE] Holiday lechon the Claude Tayag way

    · 18 min

    Join Kapampangan culinary artist Claude Tayag as he shares tips on the most flavorful and crunchiest parts! This episode was recorded in 2022. Date recorded: December 5, 2022 Listen to the full episode here:…

  30. [MINISODE] Celine Murillo on the importance of using scientific names

    · 2:41

    Celine Murillo has earned a following online as an advocate and storyteller for of the country’s native flora and fauna. In her conversation with Howie Severino recorded in March 2024, Murillo explains her process ofin…

  31. [MINISODE] Should the Philippines rely on the US for territorial defense?

    · 4:22

    The 2024 US Presidential elections was won by Republican candidate Donald Trump. In a conversation with former Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio recorded last March 2024, he discussed the possible impact downsides…

  32. [MINISODE] Historian Xiao Chua: Bonifacio was president of a national revolutionary government.”

    · 6:12

    In this episode recorded in 2022, Xiao Chua he reveals that there is evidence that the Katipunan transformed into a revolutionary government with Bonifacio as its leader,thus making him the nation’s first president,…

  33. [MINISODE] Discovering 40 kg of plastic in a whale’s stomach

    · 3:36

    For animal bone collector Darrell Blatchley, whales and dolphins are the flagship animals of the Philippines. In this conversation recorded face to face in Davao last April 2024, Blatchley shares his frustration after…

  34. [ MINISODE ] “I cannot leave Bicol.” – Kristian Cordero, Savage Mind owner

    · 16 min

    October 2024, sinalanta ng bagyong Kristine ang Bicol region at isa sa mga naapektuhan ang Savage Mind bookshop ng Naga-based poet at filmmaker na si Kristian Cordero. Balikan natin ang kaniyang interview noong 2023…

  35. [ MINISODE ] Yolanda survivor: ‘Di namin naintindihan kung anong storm surge'

    · 8:59

    "Parang nasa washing machine ako," ganiyan inilarawan ni Joanna Sustento-Bacsa ang naging karanasan niya noong nanalasa ang Supertyphoon Yolanda sa Tacloban, Leyte noong November 2013. Lima sa kaniyang pamilya ang…

  36. [MINISODE] “You are enough.”

    · 7:10

    Robert Alejandro was a visual artist with a singular style and a source of inspiration to many, especially through his battle with cancer, which began in 2016. Even before his health struggles were bouts of…

  37. [MINISODE] Forever flooding?

    · 3:38

    Filipinos are battered and traumatized by flooding. In a conversation with hydrologist Dr. Guillermo Tabios recorded last August 2024, he sees the problem getting worse unless we adopt radical solutions, like changing…

  38. [MINISODE] Mga lihim sa Intramuros

    · 9:20

    Maraming lihim na nakabaon sa “Walled City ng Intramuros.” Para sa popular na tour guide na si Benjamin Canapi, nais niyang bigyang liwanag ang ilan sa madidilim na bahagi ng kasaysayan nito. Tulad nalang ng…

  39. [MINISODE] The origins of Tarantadong Kalbo

    · 2:32

    Kevin Eric Raymundo a.k.a. Tarantadong Kalbo talks about the journey to iconic political cartooning. Listen to the full episode here (Date recorded: March 20, 2023):…

  40. [MINISODE] A woman peace negotiator among men

    · 12 min

    Miriam Coronel-Ferrer, a retired UP professor and the first female Chief Negotiator in the world to sign a final peace accord with a rebel group, talks about how she overcame the biases of male warriors and earned…

  41. [MINISODE] Norman King, trailblazing Aeta youth

    · 3:06

    Norman King, the first Aeta graduate of the University of the Philippines, has set out to prove indigenous people can excel if given the same opportunities. He’s already portrayed a key character in a show starring…

  42. [MINISODE] Jo Berry, binabago ang pagtingin sa “little people”

    · 7:58

    Pangarap ni Jo Berry ang maging abogado, pero kinailangan niya itong isantabi nang pumasok siya sa showbiz. Ang pagganap niya bilang Atty. Lilet Matias ay tila patikim daw sa career na nais niyang makamit. Ngayong…

  43. [MINISODE] “There's always a kid who will remind teachers of their ‘why’” - Sabrina Ongkiko, teacher

    · 2:21

    As we celebrate Teachers' Month this October, TOYM Awardee Sabrina Ongkiko shares the joy of teaching kids despite the challenges of being a public school teacher. Listen to the full episode here (Date recorded: April…

  44. [MINISODE] How do you know when you’re really burning out? A psychiatrist offers clues

    · 18 min

    Psychiatrist Joan Mae Perez-Rifareal talks about how to discern and manage stress, anxiety and depression. According to her, burnout is a real condition. What are the signs and when do we need to take action? This is…

  45. [MINISODE] Danger of deep fakes in the upcoming elections

    · 2:34

    Journalist and UP professor Karol Ilagan cites deep fakes as a major concern in the context of elections all over the world. Listen to the full episode here (Date recorded: May 7, 2024):…

  46. [MINISODE] Can you enjoy Christmas feasts without weight gain?

    · 2:40

    In a candid and wide-ranging conversation, Erwan Heussaff and Howie talk about Christmas overeating and how to enjoy the season without being too stressed over gaining too much weight. Catch the full episode here…

  47. [MINISODE] “The price of democracy is eternal vigilance” – Kara Magsanoc-Alikpala on her Martial Law films

    · 6:39

    In September 1972, former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. placed the entire country under Martial Law. Journalist and filmmaker Kara Magsanoc-Alikpala has produced numerous films including two on martial law in the…

  48. Ramona Diaz on her documentary about the 2022 election

    · 24 min

    Acclaimed director Ramona Diaz shot hundreds of hours of footage of the 2022 political campaigns, which she entitled, “And so it begins.” She tells Howie Severino that her newest film is about the festive feels of…

  49. [MINISODE] Deepfakes: What can we do? — DICT Usec. Jeffrey Dy

    · 5:40

    A deepfake of the President and the hacking of government websites have spotlighted the country’s dire need for cybersecurity experts, according to Usec. Jeffrey Dy. Catch the full episode here (date recorded: May…

  50. A political commentator talks about the Marcos-Duterte feud | Part 2

    · 34 min

    According to political commentator Ronald Llamas, Presidents and Vice Presidents coming from opposing political positions is not new. Ronald Llamas shares his hot takes on the ongoing Marcos-Duterte feud and shares his…

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