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What does it take to mount a successful Oscar campaign? How much money do you need to woo Academy voters? A Congressional hearing shines the spotlight on why local films keep getting snubbed by the Academy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte paints a dismal picture as she lays out the Basic Education Report for 2023. A dire lack of facilities, an incompetent K-12 curriculum, and overburdened teachers–here’s what the Marcos administration has vowed to do to address each one. For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PumaPodcastP...

Have you been thinking of investing but are afraid to take that leap? Here’s the episode for you, from an equally-rattled young person: We asked an expert all the questions you’re too afraid to ask about the different kinds of investments. For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook Instagram Twitter Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Starting February, banks will now be able to charge you three percent per month for any unpaid outstanding balance. Bawas swipe na ba muna? We talk to financial consultant Chinkee Tan and economist Jonathan Ravelas about what you can do to avoid getting buried in debt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Across industries, waves of workers continue to quit their jobs because many companies don’t provide adequate remote-work support, according to a study by Sprout Solutions. But there’s plenty of good news too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first nine months of 2022, COVID-19 was no longer one of the leading causes of mortality in the country, underscoring the big strides we’ve taken since 2020. But what else is killing us?  For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook Instagram Twitter Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maria Ressa and Rappler are cleared of four counts of tax evasion shortly after President Marcos is asked about the case in Davos, Switzerland. President Marcos said he had an inkling of what was coming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the space of two weeks, President Marcos’ administration has had to replace three key officials in Defense. And analysts say there may be more “rigodon” at the top later on, now that the 1-year ban on losing candidates is about to expire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Department of Foreign Affairs took offense when a Ukrainian diplomat revealed that the war-torn country has been asking for a call with President Marcos for months. What really happened? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roby Alampay goes on an African safari with his family, post-pandemic lockdowns - and they are humbled to learn, the animals, the plants, the land didn't miss any of us at all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new report by Oxfam International found that income inequality around the world worsened in the last two years of the pandemic. And the rich-poor divide in the Philippines, to no one’s surprise, is among the worst in the region. For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook Instagram Twitter Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Habitat for Humanity’s accelerator program incubates startups that are trying to address the housing crisis using cutting-edge technology—and the most creative of materials. For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook Instagram Twitter Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once upon a time, the cryptocurrency exchange FTX was valued at $32 billion. But turns out, it was all just “really old-fashioned embezzlement”. For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook Instagram Twitter Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Filipino conservationists gathered recently to celebrate their wins, but also talk about the massive challenges they’ve taken on. Spanning ocean conservation, reforestation and renewable energy, listen to just a few of their inspiring stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Marcos will travel to Davos, Switzerland, next week to rub elbows with the world's richest and most powerful. This will be his 8th trip abroad since he assumed office. What are we getting out of it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More than 600 generals and colonels heeded the DILG’s call to submit their courtesy resignation, as the government tries to rid the police force of drug links. But wait, haven’t we seen this play out before? For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PumaPodcastPH Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/puma_podcast/  Twitter: https:/...

A drawn-out debacle over the US House speakership highlights the deep fissures within the Republican Party. So much so that headlines are now calling the GOP “a hot mess”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After just 84 days in detention, the son of Justice Secretary Boying Remulla, who was found with almost 900 grams of a high-grade marijuana called kush, was acquitted. Did justice take its own course? For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook Instagram Twitter Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Marcos makes China his first state visit outside of ASEAN, signaling its importance in his foreign policy direction. And yet, the latest polls show Filipinos remain distrustful of Beijing’s intentions. For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PumaPodcastPH Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/puma_podcast/  Twitter: htt...

Dolly de Leon is the first Filipino to be nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the prestigious Golden Globes. The road to get there was long and hard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A “technical glitch” with the NAIA’s air traffic management system canceled and delayed hundreds of flights and ruined New Year for thousands of travelers. Actually, it was more than just a glitch. For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook Instagram Twitter Tiktok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Department of Education launched the “Learner Rights and Protection Office” website and national hotline for victims of sexual harassment and abuse. So far, it’s slow going. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experts say China is battling the largest case surge ever after abruptly lifting its zero-Covid policy. That left countries grappling with the same question from three years ago: Should we be tightening our borders? For more from the PumaPodcast team, find us on these platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PumaPodcastPH Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/puma_podcast/  Twitter:...

Here’s what we tuned into this year, what changed our lives, and what we think you should listen to as well! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mika Ortega from “Give A Hoot” podcast talks about channeling emotions from the 2022 elections towards healthy communication and nation building. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.