The Howie Severino Podcast

For Jo Berry, the values her father and mother taught her led her to success. Also, a good deal of life experiences helped her to act spontaneously in front of the camera. Learn more about Jo Berry’s life and career in this episode recorded on January 23, 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jo Berry was just 12 years old the first time Howie Severino met her in 2006. Fast forward to 2022, she’s now a game-changer in the world of showbiz, inspiring and representing little people like her. In Part 1 of our conversation, Jo will open up for the first time  about the most challenging period  in her life—the passing of her father and brother due to COVID. This episode was record...

Is it really impossible for love to change a person? Are you required to tell your partner everything? When is it harmless and when is it cheating? How to be alone but not lonely? In part 2 of our Valentine's special, Doc Anna takes on relationship FAQs with real-world advice and practical tips.  This episode was recorded on February 7, 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

As a psychologist and host of GMA's digital series "Share Ko Lang," Dr. Anna Tuazon gets all sorts of questions about love and relationships, and dishes out "advice your mama will never tell you." Whether you're single, committed, post-breakup, or currently looking, you're bound to find your "hugot" in this episode, recorded on February 7, 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Eight years in the making and shot with 4 different endings. That's what it took for director Martika Escobar to finish her award-wining film and nod to '80s Pinoy action movies, "Leonor Will Never Die."  But it was all worth it after the film won the Special Jury Prize for Innovative Spirit at the World Cinema Dramatic section of the prestigious Sundance Film Festival.  Escobar is the f...

In part 2 of our conversation, veteran Kapuso journalist and morning talk show host Connie Sison shares her most memorable TV coverages, her secret to a happy marriage, and the importance of spending time with your loved ones no matter how hectic your schedule is. Listen to our conversation recorded on January 21, 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know that Connie Sison didn't expect to become a journalist? In fact, she majored in Psychology back in college. How did she end up in the industry and what's her secret to being one of the most successful news personalities in the country? Listen to part 1 of our conversation recorded on January 21, 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2 of our conversation, Direk Mark Reyes reveals that he is a thespian by heart and became a director by accident following the footsteps of his uncle, Direk Joey Reyes. He gives advice to future filmmakers and recommends series to binge-watch this pandemic. Learn more about him and his much-awaited project, the Voltes V: Legacy, in this episode recorded on January 19, 2022. Hosted on Acast...

The much-awaited live-action adaptation of the Japanese series Voltes V is already underway after 7 years! Direk Mark Reyes shares why it is his most challenging project to date and how his production team adapts to the new normal. To know more exclusive updates about Voltes V Legacy, listen to this interview recorded on January 19, 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

“Do or die.” For economist and journalist Winnie Monsod, the upcoming elections will be crucial in determining how fast our country can fully recover—if at all—from the effects of the pandemic on our economy. In this January 2, 2022 conversation with Howie, “Mareng Winnie” shares her outlook for the Philippines, what the research says about female leadership, and why she’s optimistic about the Fil...

Hi, podmates! Because we want you to learn about new podcasts from the wonderful people of GMA News and Public Affairs Digital, check out this timely special report on child brides and the lifelong tragedies of this practice. On January 6, 2021, President Rodrigo Duterte signed into law a bill that will end child marriage in the Philippines, or the Republic Act 11596. "Child Bride Tragedies" is pr...

In case you missed it, Atty. Lucille Sering talks about the migration problems faced by one of the most beautiful places known and the Surfing capital of the Philippines, Siargao Island. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New year, new challenges. Psychologist and life coach Ali Gui shares practical advice on how to navigate mental health stress as we face 2022. Is it okay to share our anxieties on social media? Is it okay to approach a friend if we think he needs help? Are there mental exercises we can do to manage our stress? Know the answers to these questions in this episode recorded last December 15, 2021. Hos...

In case you missed it, Ambeth Ocampo talks about the impact of Jose Rizal in the lives of Filipinos today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In case you missed it, Kim Atienza talks about how he earned his nickname and iconic look. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode, Howie chats with Atty. Lucille Sering, former Vice Chair of the country’s Climate Change Commission and a native of Siargao Island. She flew to the island 2 days after Typhoon Odette made landfall and saw firsthand the devastation that was left behind. They talked about the desperate situation of the island, the dwindling supply of drinking water,  and ways that we ca...

In Part 2 of our conversation, Maestro Ryan Cayabyab takes us back to how he started his journey in the music scene and shares tell-all backstories of some of his songs. This episode was recorded on December 13, 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

National Artist for Music and the one and only Maestro Ryan Cayabyab reveals that during the pandemic, he was able to compose over 30 songs, compared to only about four songs in almost a decade. But he also admitted that the pandemic changed the way he does his profession. How did musicians like him adjust to the current set-up and what else makes him busy lately? Learn more in the first part of o...

In case you missed it, Kara David talks about her college days and the challenges she faced before shifting to journalism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Howie chats with Professor Tony La Viña, one of the conveners of  MAD or the Movement Against Disinformation, on how social media platforms influence people’s choices in the coming elections and how they are calling for a “more robust approach” to moderating election-related disinformation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Part 2 of Alon #AsksHowie, the conversation turns heartwarming as Howie shares his experience on being a dad to a GenZ-er. He shares how parenthood changed his outlook, especially in living a healthier lifestyle after having a kid late in life. This interview was recorded on November 24, 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special #AskHowie episode, Howie Severino answers all the personal questions from his teenage son and unico hijo, Alon Severino. Howie shares his most interesting experience from his college years, his learnings as a veteran journalist, and his love of plants as a certified “plantito”.  This interview was recorded on November 24, 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Creative Director Caesar Cosme and comedian Michael V. share their secret formula to the success of Bubble Gang’s 25-year existence, making them one of the longest-running TV programs produced by GMA Network.  They share how comedic sensibilities as well as sensitivities have changed through the years and why it’s of utmost importance to give the gift of laughter, especially during these tryi...

In case you missed it, Dr. Raquel Fortun weighed in on how first responders should handle mass disasters such as the Maguindanao Massacre. Warning: Graphic content Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rarely do we get a chance to talk to someone like Dr. Michael Tan, a medical anthropologist and professor emeritus, about almost everything under the sun.  In this conversation, he shared with us his observation about the famous Pinoy value – resiliency. Are Pinoys really resilient or do we just accept our fate no matter what? He also talked about the dangerous effects of social media on our...