Facts First with Christian Esguerra

Is witness Jimmy Guban credible? Listen to our interview with Rep. Robert Ace Barbers.

Winston Casio, spokesman of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission, talks about efforts to identify the complex network of POGO syndicates in the Philippines.

Listen to our discussion with economist Cielo Magno on the problem with the transfer of P89.9 billion in "excess" PhilHealth funds

Meet Batangas congresswoman Gerville Luistro, who went viral for her sharp questions that cornered lawyer Harry Roque during the congressional investigation into POGO syndicates.

This episode with PR specialist Alan German talks about ways to better handle the family drama surrounding Paris Olympics double-gold medalist Carlos Yulo.

A recent survey showed an increase in the number of Filipinos identifying themselves as pro-Marcos while the number of Duterte supporters supposedly decreased. But are these the only choices?

The spokesman of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission explains why former Duterte spokesman Harry Roque will be among those to be charged in connection with the government's investigation into POGO syndicates.

Christian Esguerra sits down with corporate and trial lawyer Enrique "Buko" dela Cruz on the possible charges that former Duterte spokesman Harry Roque can face in connection with his alleged involvement in POGO syndicates.

Dr. Tony Leachon, a public health reform advocate, explains everything that's wrong with transferring close to P90 billion from the Philippine Health Insurance Corp.

Are preparations underway to push Sen. Risa Hontiveros for president in 2028?

Catch this episode with former Sen. Antonio Trillanes.

PAOCC spokesman Winston Casio explains how authorities learned that the house in Tuba, Benguet -- where a Chinese fugitive and another Chinese national were arrested -- was "owned" by former Duterte spokesman Harry Roque.

Why does Sara Duterte have a special police security detail in the first place when there was the old Presidential Security Group?

Public budget analyst Zy-za Suzara reveals the enormous budget allocated for flood control projects over the years. But are ordinary Filipinos enjoying their supposed benefits?

Christian Esguerra speaks with Prof. Mahar Lagmay, executive director of the UP Resiliency Institute and NOAH Center.

Listen to this comprehensive discussion on how the Marcos administration should implement the total ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO).

Christian Esguerra sits down with a Carlos Nazareno of democracy.net.ph on the fake video of BBM being circulated online by Duterte supporters.

In this riot of an episode, Christian Esguerra assembled the following Facts First regulars for a post-SONA special: Cielo Magno, Ronnie Holmes, Alan German, and Ronald Llamas

Christian Esguerra speaks with Ronald Llamas and economist Cielo Magno on the eve of President Bongbong Marcos Jr.'s SONA.

This episode talks about President Marcos Jr.'s upcoming State of the Nation Address. amid the political noise coming mainly from what used to be his "uniteam" with Vice President Sara Duterte.

Christian Esguerra sits down with political science professor Julio Teehankee on an actor-turned-senator's push to ban political dynasties in the Philippines.

Christian Esguerra sits down with lawyer Michael Henry Yusingco of the Ateneo Policy Center on the upcoming State of the Nation Address of President Marcos Jr.

This is a big issue that people should understand. We spoke with former finance undersecretary Cielo Magno.

Christian Esguerra is joined by campaign strategist Alan German, political pundit Ronald Llamas, and pollster and political science professor Ronnie Holmes in this riot of an episode.

On the eve of the anniversary of the Philippines' arbitral victory over China, Christian Esguerra sits down with Ambassador Henry Bensurto Jr., the unsung hero who studied the legal philosophy and bases that led to the filing of the case against Beijing in 2013.