A Better Normal

Ever heard of the term “sandwich generation?” Dawn Zoleta, financial advisor at InLife, describes the responsibilities of those who belong to this group, and what preparations they can do for themselves and their families. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Now sitting as the episode guest, Aya de Leon of Forest Foundation Philippines shares the story of the Foundation's partnership with the Government of Canada in support of NbS, some of the notable NbS that they have seen, and the things we need to consider to make NbS more sustainable. This six-episode series is made possible with the support of Forest Foundation Philippines. Visit https://www.pcp...

In the last episode of this three-part series, we look at an academic community's approach to combat the plastic waste problem and at the challenges to and opportunities for the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Law. We talked to Joey Rosal, director of Sustainability Hub-Manila and Miguel Santos, EPR program manager of WWF-Philippines. This series was produced with the support of World Wide...

The climate crisis compels us to take further action to protect the environment, but how do we know we're doing it right? Trin Custodio of WWF-Philippines tells us what makes interventions effective, sustainable, and beneficial for both humans and nature.   This six-episode series is made possible with the support of Forest Foundation Philippines. Aya De Leon of the Foundation joins Carl Javi...

Aella Potestades of Bayi, Inc. talks about the impact of extreme weather events on women, and how they have taken up action to find solutions in nature.  This six-episode series is made possible with the support of Forest Foundation Philippines. Aya De Leon of the Foundation joins Roby Alampay of PumaPodcast as host. Visit https://www.pcp4nbs.forestfoundation.ph/ for more information on the w...

In this guest episode from Kasama sa Pagbabago, we meet PJ Hernandez, the founder of an inspiring project that’s redefining learning by bringing education out of classrooms and into communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jessica de Mesa-lim, CEO and co-founder of startup Kindred, talks about creating an inclusive and stigma-free space for women, the persisting challenges to the delivery of female health services, and the gradual but promising movement of building a community to support and invest in women’s health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anxious about the changing climate? Conservation biologist Kisha Muaña talks about looking to nature for solutions and what young people can do in this special episode of A Better Normal. This six-episode series is made possible with the support of Forest Foundation Philippines. Aya De Leon of the Foundation joins Carl Javier of PumaPodcast as host. For more information about Forest Foundation's g...

In this guest episode from The Imaginable Workplace, we revisit ways we can make the workplace better and supportive of our mental health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Revisit the conversation of PumaPodcast's Carl Javier and Thinking Machines' Stef Sy on how to deal with advances in AI. This episode originally published on October 5, 2023. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are video games bad? LEGO Foundation’s Diego Adame talks about research on digital play, the benefits of well-designed games for children, and the importance of play for adults and workplace settings. Get the full report here: https://www.unicef.org/innocenti/reports/responsible-innovation-technology-children Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following his conversations with Pushpin Visuals' partners, co-founder and CEO Elbert Or talks about the work that goes into visual storytelling, Pushpin's process in finding organizations with shared values, and the ways that creatives can give back to their community. This episode is part of Pushpin Visuals' special podcast series to celebrate its 10th anniversary Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

In celebration of its 10th anniversary, Pushpin Visuals has partnered with PumaPodcast for a five-episode series featuring nonprofits and foundations that Pushpin has worked with. Elbert Or, Pushpin's co-founder and chief visual consultant, joins PumaPodcast CEO Carl Javier as host of this special series. Genica Bucao of the ASEAN SOGIE Caucus talks about combining theory with practice, intersecti...

Priya Thachadi of Impact Pioneers Network talks about the intersections of impact and investment, the need to pour resources into climate crisis solutions, and the growing entrepreneurial space for this undertaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Forest Foundation’s Onggie Canivel and Aya de Leon talk about providing grants for pro-environment projects, finding solutions in communities and conserving green pockets in urban areas. In celebration of its 10th anniversary, Pushpin Visuals has partnered with PumaPodcast for a five-episode series featuring nonprofits and foundations that Pushpin has worked with. Elbert Or, Pushpin's co-founder a...

Jollibee Group Foundation’s Ma. Gisela Tiongson talks about their core advocacy of community relations, the gains in creating inclusive value chains for farmers, and the responsibilities that come with a well-loved brand. In celebration of its 10th anniversary, Pushpin Visuals has partnered with PumaPodcast for a five-episode series featuring nonprofits and foundations that Pushpin has worked with...

In the second episode of a three-part series, we take a closer look at the role of waste workers in minimizing plastic leakage and the efforts to make this line of work safer and more lucrative. We talked to Yolly Cadilo, an informal waste collector from Manila and Paul Orpiada, deputy operations manager of Plastic Bank - Philippines. This series was produced with the support of the World Wide Fun...

World Vision's Jun Godornes talks about the gaps and gains in Filipino children's welfare, how far sponsoring a child really goes, and how children can bridge communities and play their part in resolving conflict. In celebration of its 10th anniversary, Pushpin Visuals has partnered with PumaPodcast for a five-episode series featuring nonprofits and foundations that Pushpin has worked with. Elbert...

In the first episode of a three-part series, we examine an individual's typical plastic diet, the cycle of waste that impacts our health, and some local government efforts in mitigating the problem. We talked to Julius Guirjen, Project Manager of WWF-Philippines' No Plastics in Nature Initiative and Joanna Mae Norcio-Ricafort of the Department of Public Services of the City of Manila. This series...

Award-winning comic book creator Rob Cham talks about how far his comics has taken him in his career, what makes Pinoy comics distinct, and what the upcoming Manila Comics Fair has in store for artists and enthusiasts alike. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we share a story from Teka Teka News, about Women who take the lead and build change in their communities through Waste Management and Recycling efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jericson Co, co-founder of The Curator Coffee and Cocktails, shares the work that goes into making award-winning drinks, the culture of experimentation that fuels his bar, and the reason people love the space his team has built. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With COVID lockdowns affecting his profession, theater actor Reb Atadero discovered another way of storytelling. Learn how he creates educational content on on Tiktok, why he loves to feature history and what kind of responsibility content creation really entails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are the requirements of creativity? Design Lead at Canva Philippines Kookie Santos shares how the personal and the professional intersect, how new creative pursuits can complement your craft, and why failures in creation should be embraced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Advocating for women is not an easy task, but every step is worth it. Go Hard Girls host Ceej Tantengco-Malolos talks about the gains in women's sports coverage, the systemic challenges to gender equity, and the importance of bringing men and boys into the conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.