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#ThoughtLeaders | CDO Foodsphere Pres. & CEO Jerome Ong says inflation continues to pressure margins, forcing companies to innovate through AI, automation, and sharper forecasting. He also explains how Gen Z and millennial demand for healthier, affordable food is reshaping the local food industry. #OneNews #Long Conversation

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Former Department of Finance Usec. and UP professor Cielo Magno weighs in on what she calls the “most corrupt” 2025 budget—and why the 2026 process, not necessarily the numbers, is the real battleground. From the push to keep BICAM open to questions on DPWH’s credibility, “ghost projects,” and the controversial expansion of MAIFIP vs. PhilHealth, Magno argues the public must d...

#SafeHouse | Political pundit Ronald Llamas argues that a BBM–Yellow alignment — uncomfortable as it may be — could be politically inevitable heading into 2028. With the race shaping up as a one-on-one, Llamas says survival, not ideology, will drive alliances, raising the question: could a “UniTeam 2.0” actually happen?

#TheViewFromManila | Investment banker and Maharlika Investment Fund independent director Stephen CuUnjieng returns to Richard Heydarian for a wide-ranging conversation on why “anti-corruption” and “unity” rhetoric keeps winning—while competence and long-term policy lose. From why government spending still drives short-term growth to the myth of a “demographic dividend,” and why top talent is push...

#PolitikaAllTheWay | WR Numero President and CEO Cleve Arguelles breaks down why power, popularity, and impunity don’t last forever in Philippine politics. From Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s alleged hiding, to the Duterte camp’s shrinking space outside Mindanao, and President Bongbong Marcos’ lowest ratings so far — Arguelles explains why elections are “math,” why accountability matters, and why...

#TheMensRoom | Romnick Sarmenta explains why he refuses to campaign for anyone and why he won’t support celebrity candidates: for him, voting is personal — even his kids are told to study candidates and decide for themselves. He also looks back on his That’s Entertainment days and Kuya Germs’ no-drama rule, how he was discovered as a child star at 4 years old, his “Ding” era in Darna, his life as...

#ThoughtLeaders | UN Young Champion of the Earth and Cacao Project founder Louise Mabulo shares how regenerative agroforestry, ancestral wisdom and technology are helping smallholder farmers move from survival to truly thriving — while inspiring the next generation to see agriculture as profitable, dignified and future-ready. #OneNews #Long Conversation

#SafeHouse | “Ronald, bakit wala ka? May ubo ka ba?” One News editors poke fun at Ronald Llamas’ absence while dissecting the viral “ubo” incident involving former Comelec commissioner Rowena Guanzon — from cough etiquette and “cover your mouth” to what really counts as basic courtesy in public spaces. The panel then pivots to “slow news day” drama, online overreactions, and how small confrontatio...

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Jimmy Bondoc reveals that VP Sara “didn’t like” the calls for President Bongbong Marcos to resign, saying she preferred letting the administration finish its term. The episode also dives into his views on the ICC case against former President Duterte, alleged legislative corruption in the national budget, the growing secession sentiment in Mindanao, and why he believes Philipp...

#TheMensRoom | “Ayoko na. I don't want this life anymore.” Enrique Gil opens up about nearly walking away from showbiz after the pandemic — and how family, creative freedom, and producing eventually pulled him back. He also talks about his horror project shot in Taiwan (“Huwag niyong panoorin mag-isa”), the deeper comedy behind I Am Not Big Bird, why he avoids artists with bad attitudes on set...

#ThoughtLeaders | DEPDEV Usec. Rosemarie G. Edillon explains how innovation, data governance, and stronger accountability systems can restore trust and drive long-term development. Filipinovation awardee Vanessa Villanueva-Popillo shows how virtual training and IP-driven solutions can scale nationwide. #OneNews #LongConversation

#SafeHouse | Ronald Llamas argues that the DTI Secretary’s controversial ₱500 Christmas challenge derailed the administration’s anti-corruption momentum, saying the clarification “was not a good idea” and only fueled public frustration. He explains why Pres. Bongbong Marcos must act, how the rallies reveal fractured messaging, and why January could bring a sharper political backlash. Catch Safe Ho...

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Atty. Erin Tañada explains why the impeachment case against VP Sara Duterte must proceed, why the public deserves to hear the full evidence, and how the confidential funds issue and flood control scandal sharpen calls for accountability. He also lays out what this means for the political landscape heading into 2028.

#TheMensRoom | Actress Natalie Hart opens up about her no-filter approach to relationships — from dating foreigners to choosing Filipino partners again — and breaks down the stereotypes people attach to women in showbiz. She also talks about clapping back at bashers, navigating sexy roles, and why being a single mom made her tougher than ever.

#ThoughtLeaders | Retired General Rey Guerrero revisits the most contentious moments of the drug war, saying “there were a lot of killings” and that government should have done more to hold people accountable. He explains why the military remains a “stabilizing force,” what drives uniformed personnel to take cues from the public, and why leadership must be “seen and felt” from the commander-in-chi...

#SafeHouse | From the Miss Universe “fake winner” claims to November 30 mobilizations, talk of a transition council, dynasty backlash, and an explosive Marcos family rift, the One News editors unpack a week where pageant scandals collide with real political volatility. With resigned judges alleging predetermined winners, rival blocs preparing protests, retired generals floating extraconstitutional...

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Publicus Asia founder Malou Tiquia opens up about her heated exchange with Usec. Claire Castro, why she believes today’s Senate has declined, and how political communication has shifted in the era of Gen Z. She discusses her surprise over President Marcos Jr.’s leadership, the state of the economy and infrastructure, and why she thinks both the President and a powerful relativ...

#TheMensRoom | Actor Jake Cuenca opens up about the night he survived a police chase, the 9 bullets found in his car, and how the incident pushed him to quit alcohol for good. Jake also talks about his viral ‘brief scene’ in Batang Quiapo, rumors about veneers, a director who once told him he’d never make it, and how he is coping after his recent breakup.

#ThoughtLeaders | Jollibee Group Foundation Pres. Gisela Tiongson details how they support farmers through training, technology, and collective marketing, while also leading community feeding and disaster response initiatives. Her insights reveal how long-term partnerships can strengthen food security nationwide. #OneNews #LongConversation

#SafeHouse | “Lahat naman loyal eh, until…” One News editors break down how President Bongbong Marcos survived the latest wave of rallies, exposés, and Cabinet shake-ups — but remains trapped in a long political crisis. With Iglesia ni Cristo softening its stance, the military and the U.S. holding the line, and Duterte allies growing more desperate, the question now is how long PBBM can stay “safe...

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Atty. Jesus Falcis discusses the deepening breakup of the UniTeam and how dynasties, weak accountability, and competing power blocs are reshaping the road to 2028. He also points to emerging viable candidates as public frustration grows over corruption scandals and governance failures. Falcis further examines the Barzaga clan, SALN controversies, and the patronage systems that...

#ThoughtLeaders | Meralco SVP and Chief Revenue Officer Ferdinand Geluz explains how the 2026 rate reset will influence distribution charges, grid upgrades, and customer experience as the energy landscape evolves. He also tackles the rise of solar rooftops, EV adoption, forex pressures, data center demand, and Meralco’s push to accelerate renewable capacity.

#TheMensRoom | Epi Quizon opens up about his evolution as an actor — from his early theater roots to developing his own on-and-off switch for method roles. He talks about growing up under Dolphy’s shadow, navigating expectations tied to the Quizon name, and the unique pressures of comedy, drama, and character work.

#SafeHouse | One News editors track rising political tension; from declining Duterte support abroad to speculation of power reshuffles and questions about alliances within the defense establishment. Could these signals point to deeper instability, or just the usual turbulence of Philippine politics?

#TheViewFromManila | Veteran investment banker and Maharlika Investment Fund board member Stephen CuUnjieng joins Richard Heydarian for a sweeping conversation on corruption, reform, and the country’s misplaced faith in short-term fixes. From Maharlika’s real purpose to why “roads alone won’t grow the economy,” CuUnjieng challenges outdated orthodoxies, calls out lazy economic thinking, and urges...