Facts First with Christian Esguerra

Ep. 1: Cielo Magno to run for senator in 2028 15.10.2026 48:10 ↓

Christian Esguerra sits down with economist Cielo Magno on her decision to run for senator in 2028, and why Filipino voters deserve better options.

Ep. 100: The prosecution's big gamble 15.10.2026 24:26 ↓

Christian Esguerra sits down with Rep. Terry Ridon.

Ep. 99: Sara Duterte's unexplained wealth 15.10.2026 47:43 ↓

The House prosecution team opted to drop 3 out of 4 charges against Sara Duterte, convinced that evidence on her unexplained wealth should be enough to secure a conviction.

Ep. 98: Robin Padilla, defense team target fraud audit expert 15.10.2026 44:34 ↓

Listen to this episode with Rep. Jinky Luistro.

Ep. 97: Trillanes drops new bombshell vs. Sara Duterte 03.10.2026 1:10:12 ↓

After being dropped as prosecution witness, Trillanes drops fresh allegations against Sara Duterte.

Ep. 96: Why House prosecutors should be wary of Col. Lachica as witness 28.08.2026 50:05 ↓

Listen to this discussion with lawyer Domingo Cayosa on the risks of presenting Col. Dante Lachica as a witness in Sara Duterte's impeachment trial.

Ep. 95: How Robin Padilla insulted our heroes 27.08.2026 50:04 ↓

Listen to our discussion on Sen. Robin Padilla's questions during Day 19 of the impeachment trial.

Ep. 94: Sara Duterte aide grilled over questionable disbursements 27.08.2026 28:26 ↓

Let's break down Day 19 of the impeachment trial with lawyer Jojo Lacanilao.

Ep. 93: Sara Duterte tagged as mastermind of confidential fund 'scam' 27.08.2026 48:14 ↓

Christian Esguerra speaks with the lead House prosecutor, Rep. Jinky Luistro.

Ep. 92: Sino sina Antonio Pagong at Timon Andrew Pusa? 25.08.2026 45:15 ↓

This episode breaks down Day 17 of Sara Duterte's impeachment trial.

Ep. 91: Marcoleta's witness recants 22.08.2026 1:24:29 ↓

What happens now after Orly Guteza recanted his allegations against Rep. Martin Romualdez?

Ep. 90: Jonvic Remulla wants 'Robin Padilla' law amended 22.08.2026 47:23 ↓

Listen to our episode with Sec. Jonvic Remulla on the school shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga.

Ep. 89: Sara Duterte's disbursing officer 22.08.2026 46:38 ↓

Sara Duterte's disbursing officer testifies as a hostile witness in her impeachment trial.

Ep. 88: Loren at Leandro, nasa Switzerland? 22.08.2026 50:29 ↓

Listen to our episode with NBI Director Melvin Matibag.

Ep. 87: Sandro Marcos reveals Digong's 2022 'conditions' 22.08.2026 1:07:25 ↓

Rep. Sandro Marcos revealed Duterte's supposed conditions for supporting Marcos Jr. for president in 2022.

Ep. 86: Sara Duterte, kinasuhan na ng grave threats 22.08.2026 32:00 ↓

Himayin natin ang kasong grave threats laban may VP Sara Duterte.

Ep. 85: Why was Secretary Ralph Recto 'targeted'? 22.08.2026 27:18 ↓

Listen to our interview with lawyer Raymund Palad, who represents the talent manager who revealed the supposed character assassination plot against Executive Secretary Ralph Recto.

Ep. 84: 'Leadership fund' for senators 22.08.2026 33:14 ↓

Let's discuss the so-called "leadership fund" between P500 million and P1 billion in DPWH fund allocations.

Ep. 83: Should Leni Robredo go for it? 15.08.2026 47:30 ↓

A new survey shows Leni Robredo can beat Sara Duterte in a one-on-one presidential race in 2028. True?

Ep. 82: Robin, Imee grill COA witness 15.08.2026 50:59 ↓

Robin Padilla and Imee Marcos take turns in defending Sara Duterte and grilling a COA witness.

Ep. 81: Sara Duterte's questionable confidential fund expenses 15.08.2026 31:35 ↓

Listen to this episode with former COA Commissioner Heidi Mendoza.

Ep. 80: Lorna Kapunan on Sara Duterte confidential funds: scam! 15.08.2026 35:59 ↓

House prosecutor Lorna Kapunan described Sara Duterte's use of confidential funds as a 'scam.'

Ep. 79: Ping rejects 'ceasefire' with Alan Peter Cayetano 15.08.2026 51:40 ↓

Why did Ping Lacson reject a proposed 'ceasefire' with Alan Peter Cayetano?

Ep. 78: Marcos Jr. OKs release of Sara Duterte tax records 31.07.2026 44:58 ↓

Listen to this discussion on the impeachment court's scrutiny of Sara Duterte's alleged unexplained wealth with lawyer Jojo Lacanilao.

Ep. 77: The promise and perils of Pax Silica 31.07.2026 30:57 ↓

Listen to this discussion on the Philippine involvement in the Pax Silica initiative, with economist Cielo Magno.