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#PolitikaAllTheWay | Federalism advocate Orion Perez Dumdum explains why the Duterte administration’s push for federalism and charter change failed to push through — from what he describes as a “too many lawyers” problem in the consultative committee, to issues he raises about the draft (including keeping the 60-40 restrictions and gaps in the proposed federal setup). He also looks back at how the...

#TheMensRoom | Robb Guinto opens up about her past relationship with a Korean ex she says she nearly married—until a “third party” happened. Later, she talks about how her mindset has changed on doing sexy scenes, admitting “nahihirapan na ako” the longer she’s been doing it.

#ThoughtLeaders | Fresh from inspecting Quezon City’s learning recovery rollout, UK school inspector Edison David MBE calls the Philippines’ learning crisis “an emergency” and argues for urgent, systematic phonics-based reading reform—while pushing back on excessive testing, paperwork, and false trade-offs between classrooms and teaching. #OneNews #Long Conversation

#SafeHouse | Ronald Llamas and One News editors trace the pressure points converging on 2028. They also dig into rumors of bank accounts and “new evidence” that could reshape the impeachment battle, plus talk of NUP’s real endgame in Congress. Then the conversation zooms out to the power brokers: a “most powerful” businessman driven by influence, predictability, and stability — and how that kind o...

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Constitutional law professor and former presidential spokesperson Edwin Lacierda weighs in on the 2028 landscape—why VP Sara Duterte is “destined to run,” how impeachment depends on political signals and the numbers game, and how social media echo chambers and troll behavior shape public opinion. He also tackles the flood control scam narrative and the trust problem hounding t...

#TheMensRoom | Raymond Bagatsing talks about why he stays private despite public speculation, how he pours his “kaluluwa at puso” into his craft, and how the pressure to follow society’s idea of family and marriage can weigh on someone. He also opens up about personal lows, learning to embrace whatever life gives, and finding clarity through meditation—choosing growth over constant defense, and fo...

#ThoughtLeaders | As the Philippines chairs ASEAN 2026, ABAC leaders George Barcelon and Joey Concepcion confront investor doubts on governance—admitting “we don’t hide it” and warning that what happened in Congress was “a massive loophole.” They lay out how the private sector plans to push jobs, reforms, and an “open for business” message amid lingering public anger. #OneNews #Long #Conversation

#SafeHouse | “Kasi ngayon the Senate seems to be hedging on whether they will surrender the two.” As talk swirls around possible warrants, the editors break down what’s real, what’s “premature,” and why it could all come down to timing — “Bulagaan na lang eh.” Catch 'Safe House' every Wednesday, 7:00 PM on #LongConversation here on One News. #OneNews #LongConversation

#TheMensRoom | Award-winning theater and character actress Sue Prado joins #TheMensRoom for a wide-ranging conversation—from her UPLB beginnings and why theater training demands discipline, to how she entered showbiz through auditions and “blast text/Yahoo Groups” days. She also opens up about surviving a near-fatal car crash, rebuilding her life (including a stint in the BPO industry), and the tu...

#PolitikaAllTheWay | ACT Teachers Party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio breaks down why the flood control issue has become the “overarching” crisis in politics—and why he believes accountability now looks “selective” and even “negotiable.”He also rejects the “lesser evil” argument—saying both the President and Vice President must be held accountable—while calling out the double standard in the justice sys...

#ThoughtLeaders | MAP President Donald Lim says the Philippines has hit a “new all-time low”—and calls ASEAN chair year the country’s “final exam” to restore trust, competitiveness, and investor confidence through stronger governance and smarter tech use. #OneNews #Long Conversation

#SafeHouse | One News editors unpack a loaded label thrown into the conversation — “Dilaw n augaling DDS” — as they discuss how Ronald Llamas keeps landing in headlines, the role of catchphrases and “magaling siya magpa-viral,” and why political branding still shapes public perception. They also revisit the Senate plenary exchange that revived questions about the “China line,” backchannel diplomac...

#SafeHouse | As the year turns, political pundit Ronald Llamas lays down what he calls his New Year’s resolution for the government: real accountability and real reform. Llamas says public outrage will only grow if no “big fish” are jailed and if the proposed Anti-Dynasty Bill remains watered down. He explains why symbolic gestures are no longer enough, why January is critical, and how failure to...

#TheViewFromManila | Leloy Claudio dives deep into the roots of corruption, the impunity that fuels it, and how the Philippines must break free from its economic mismanagement. From the dangerous legacy of neoliberalism to the urgent need for an industrial policy that taps into the country’s untapped potential, Claudio calls for a radical shift toward prosperity. Is it time to rethink history and...

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Lawyer-stand-up comedian and political analyst Atty. Edward Chico joins Jojo A. for a no-holds-barred talk on why “comedy is truth without violence,” how social media echo chambers fuel outrage and fake news, and why a case built on documents and electronic evidence can get complicated when a key witness—like Secretary Cabral—dies.

#TheMensRoom | UAAP champion Jacob Cortez talks about the “shot of a lifetime” and the Janno Gibbs look-alike memes—“You had to Google me, didn’t you?”—as the hosts joke about the resemblance. Plus, Chavit Singson weighs in on his interest in Miss Universe, why “unfair” daw kung walang translator, his take on judges, and his promise of a January “pasabog.” Also discussed: VBank, “silent majority,”...

#ThoughtLeaders | Dr. James Rouse explains why wellness should be “balance versus abstinence,” how dopamine makes phones addictive, and why small “fitness snacks” can improve mood, metabolism, and resilience—especially during the holidays. #OneNews #Long Conversation

#SafeHouse | What starts as Christmas Eve banter — “Peace on Earth” and “Paskong Pasko eh” — turns into a sharp political metaphor. Ronald Llamas and the panel talk about light in dark times, a government “naliligaw na landas,” and why the country needs a compass to know where it’s headed.

#TheViewFromManila | Political analysts Ederson Tapia and Gary Dionisio join Richard Heydarian to dissect the country’s shifting power landscape — from why President Marcos may be “safe for the Christmas season” to the political risks waiting in early 2026. The discussion tackles the impeachment clock on VP Sara Duterte, the credibility of recent exposés, the missing money trail in corruption case...

#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...