The Howie Severino Podcast

The Hamas attack on Israel was the latest and one of the bloodiest episodes in a long history of war between Arabs and the Jewish state. UP political scientist Herman Kraft tells Howie Severino that the tensions began in 1948 when, backed by the United Nations but opposed by Arab states, Israel established itself as a state in what was then the territory of Palestine. As Israel, mostly a nation of...

In case you missed it, award-winning artist Robert Alejandro shares how his cancer diagnosis made him realize the value of self-love. Catch the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7faZEjus6rDiDas2xMUbL0?si=5d0871e5cd7c416b Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s a reason why there’s not much buzz about the barangay and SK elections this month — candidates are generally avoiding premature campaigning. Our podcast guest Atty. Ona Caritos of LENTE, a prominent election watchdog, says the Comelec has shortened the campaign period and warned against campaigning before or after it. Make no mistake, says Atty. Caritos, the barangay elections are importan...

In case you missed it, TOYM awardee and public school teacher Sabrina Ongkiko talks about the difference between “matalino” and “magaling." Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6mESdr7UDFBepmxAoPd2wx?si=ca57a29aa08442d6   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a time of floods and traffic, Manila gives its residents much to complain about. But Diego Torres loves it enough to give free walking tours to show what history and beauty in the city remain and must be preserved. Efforts by heritage activists like Torres have stopped demolitions and restored the grand dame of Manila, the Metropolitan Theater, an art deco marvel. He also shares personal connec...

In a time of floods and traffic, Manila gives its residents much to complain about. But Diego Torres loves it enough to give free walking tours to show what history and beauty in the city remain and must be preserved. Efforts by heritage activists like Torres have stopped demolitions and restored the grand dame of Manila, the Metropolitan Theater, an art deco marvel. He also shares personal connec...

In case you missed it, Christmas hitmaker Jose Mari Chan reveals that Christmas in Our Hearts was initially tagged “too Christian” and was not projected to be a hit. Catch the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5zwp2dFiuI4KfSFDxjuPIQ?si=8848e739bcea4ae4   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After living in New York, London, and Manila, the former TV producer and now LGBT advocate Queenmelo Esguerra has resettled in Siargao, which has evolved from remote provincial backwater to a trendy, cosmopolitan surfing hot spot.  Queenmelo, or Melo for short, tells Howie Severino what makes Siargao magical: the combination of natural beauty and an egalitarian vibe where rich and poor, native and...

“Baptism of fire right after college" At just 28, Regine Cabato is one of the most influential, if relatively unknown, journalists in the Philippines. Covering both the Duterte and Marcos governments for the Washington Post, Cabato is read by political leaders around the world, not to mention embassies and key institutions that affect the Philippines. Cabato talks to Howie Severino about her...

In case you missed it, political scientist Aries Arugay explains why the PH should not be neutral in the Ukraine-Russia war. Listen to the full episode:https://open.spotify.com/episode/60AJ3n3u4fqdk0DCJHKYf1?si=bc93be5908c4428a Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At just 28, Regine Cabato is one of the most influential, if relatively unknown, journalists in the Philippines. Covering both the Duterte and Marcos governments for the Washington Post, Cabato is read by political leaders around the world, not to mention embassies and key institutions that affect the Philippines. Cabato talks to Howie Severino about her recent blockbuster reports, on the so-calle...

Young Baguio horsewoman Solana Perez’s dream to race in the 1000-kilometer Mongol Derby was postponed by the pandemic.  But she finally made it last month as the event’s very first rider from the Philippines.  She spoke to Howie Severino about the highs and lows, from the adrenaline rush to the meditative pace with which she finished.  Solana learned to ride horses in her native Baguio, and said s...

In case you missed it, cycling advocate Lester Babiera talks about the importance of protected bike lanes for more equitable and safer roads. Catch the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6axPyV65pCao6Mzd1UcSbC?si=77225d8bc1b84793 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Young Baguio horsewoman Solana Perez’s dream to race in the 1000-kilometer Mongol Derby was postponed by the pandemic. But she finally made it last month as the event’s very first rider from the Philippines. She spoke to Howie Severino about the highs and lows, from the adrenaline rush to the meditative pace with which she finished. Solana learned to ride horses in her native Baguio, and said she...

In this audio essay, Howie Severino traces the career of Mike Enriquez from his mellow days as the English-speaking DJ Baby Michael all the way to his years as TV news anchor and a pillar of the broadcast industry. Howie also knew another side of Mike as a colleague on a hazardous assignment in Iraq 20 years ago, and as a friend who appreciated the work of cameramen and others who worked with him....

I make museums, that's how Marian Pastor Roces often matter-of-factly describes her work. An art and museum curator of almost 50 years, Roces considers museums an essential part of understanding a culture and reversing the harmful misconceptions that have dragged Philippine society down. "Curation is about dealing with moral questions," she says. Why do Filipinos cannot solve large s...

Demonstrating the wide scope of her interests, Roces talks about Rizal as both mestizo and indio, and why the government's Martial Law museum should not be about any golden age.  She argues that Martial Law distorted culture and fried Filipinos' brains, the effects of which are still being felt. As a final question, Howie asks her, what should a new museum a hundred years from now contain...

I make museums, that's how Marian Pastor Roces often matter-of-factly describes her work. An art and museum curator for almost 50 years, Roces considers museums an essential part of understanding a culture and reversing the harmful misconceptions that have dragged Philippine society down. "Curation is about dealing with moral questions," she says.  She explains to Howie Severino why...

In case you missed it, economist and IBON Foundation research director Rosario Guzman breaks down the role of government in lowering the prices of basic commodities. Catch the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AFuJH7GMAMtJubkshsEGW?si=01179cbc1dbe4afa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Russia invaded Ukraine nearly 600 days ago. Resistance by Ukrainians led by a charismatic president captured the world’s attention. Who’s winning the war, how’s the Ukraine counteroffensive?  How is the war affecting the world’s food security? Why is China watching the war closely? Seasoned Ukrainian diplomat Denys Mykhailiuk talks geopolitics with Howie Severino.  Howie also recalls a Filipina tr...

Russia invaded Ukraine nearly 600 days ago. Resistance by Ukrainians led by a charismatic president captured the world’s attention. Who’s winning the war, how’s the Ukraine counteroffensive?  How is the war affecting the world’s food security? Why is China watching the war closely? Seasoned Ukrainian diplomat Denys Mykhailiuk talks geopolitics with Howie Severino.  Howie also recalls a Filipina tr...

In case you missed it, Atom Araullo explains the application of his physics background in journalism. Catch the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5qVvzHhkiy9i3JYeseoawL?si=42d0b7886f6e4127&nd=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After surviving cancer, Kara Magsanoc-Alikpala found her calling in producing cause-oriented non-fiction films. One of her latest, Delikado, made the finals of this year’s Emmy Awards for US television. The film follows a small group of daring land defenders in Palawan who make citizen arrests and confiscate chainsaws in the forests around the resort town of El Nido. One of them was killed before...

After surviving cancer, Kara Magsanoc-Alikpala found her calling in producing cause-oriented non-fiction films. One of her latest, Delikado , made the finals of this year’s Emmy Awards for US television. The film follows a small group of daring land defenders in Palawan who make citizen arrests and confiscate chainsaws in the forests around the resort town of El Nido. One of them was killed before...

Floy Quintos talks to Howie Severino about the role of art as an expression of dissent through the ages. As he tries to bridge a political divide with his latest work, “Reconciliation Dinner,” the playwright and theater luminary explains why he writes plays that reflect our current politics. Also an expert on pre-colonial artifacts and culture, he explains why old cultural objects matter, why trad...