Long Conversation

#TheViewFromManila | Disinformation researcher Jonathan Corpus Ong joins Richard Heydarian to unpack how political messaging, troll farms, and online propaganda have evolved in the Philippines. Ong discusses what he calls “strategic victimhood” and “performative authenticity,” including how political figures can project relatability and grievance online. He also warns that proposed anti-fake news...

#TheLovelyShow | Walang ligtas sa asaran! Nakipagbardagulan sina James Caraan of The KoolPals at Akbayan Rep. Perci Cendaña kina Lovely Granada at Ronald Llamas tungkol sa bashers, pambubully, politika, at pati na rin sa isang “party-list para sa mga 8080.” Pati ang “secret life” ni Ronald Llamas, muntik nang mabuking! 😂 The Lovely Show is a political satire program of One News. Watch at your own...

#TheMensRoom | The KoolPals' James Caraan joins the boys for a no-holds-barred conversation about stand-up comedy, podcasting, marriage problems, and the unexpected moments that come with running one of the country’s biggest comedy podcasts. James also shares how The KoolPals started, his leap from IT to full-time comedy, and how he handles political parody—even when the jokes involve personal...

#SafeHouse | May babaligtad kaya sa Senado habang umiinit ang impeachment trial? The Safe House panel dissects the numbers game in the Senate, the possible impact of public opinion, and the political pressures surrounding senator-judges. They also tackle questions surrounding the confidential funds, whether Col. Raymund Lachica should testify, and the forces that could influence how senators ultim...

#ThoughtLeaders | PLDT Global President and CEO Albert Villarreal discusses how AI is reshaping work and business, why human judgment must remain in the lead, and how data sovereignty and stronger digital infrastructure could help position the Philippines for hyperscaler growth.

#TheViewFromManila | Lawyer Dino de Leon joins Richard Heydarian for a wide-ranging conversation on the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, accountability under the Duterte era, and the state of the Philippine justice system. De Leon weighs in on the conduct of senator-judges, the legalistic approach to impeachment proceedings, and his concerns over personalities including Alan Peter...


#SafeHouse | Ronald Llamas says he is now 70% convinced to run for president, saying that flooding and the government’s handling of the problem are pushing him closer to a decision—and that Manny Mogato should get ready to be his vice president. The Safe House panel also weighs in on possible Senate shifts in the impeachment battle, the defense strategy around VP Sara Duterte’s case, and why Llam...

#TheViewFromManila | Dr. Gary Dionisio discusses why Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial should go beyond legal arguments and become an opportunity for political education—making accountability, transparency, and democratic institutions more understandable and accessible to ordinary Filipinos. He also weighs in on the country’s culture of impunity, anti-intellectualism, weak political...

#TheLovelyShow | Leo Martinez, as Cong. Manhik Manaog, brings his trademark political satire to the 2028 race—joking that if no one declares against VP Sara Duterte, he might just do it himself, with Ronald Llamas as his running mate under the “Lakas Tama” party. From suitcase jokes and “Ayuda King” punchlines to a warning that corrupt politicians only lose “pag natuto na ang tao,” Martinez turns...

#PolitikaAllTheWay | House Prosecution Legal Spokesperson Atty. Jay Tolosa breaks down the evidence presented in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, from alleged irregularities in the use and liquidation of confidential funds to the threats cited by prosecution witnesses. Tolosa stressed that while the funds may be confidential, accountability and liquidation are not, as he also discu...

#ThoughtLeaders | IBPAP President and CEO Jack Madrid says the Philippine IT-BPM industry is entering a new era where competitiveness is no longer just about lower costs, but higher-value skills and AI-enabled talent. He explains why workers must learn to treat AI as a “co-pilot,” continuously reskill, and combine technology with human judgment, problem-solving, and leadership. #OneNews #LongConve...

#SafeHouse | Could Ronald Llamas be eyeing Malacañang in 2028? The political strategist says he never wanted to run for president — but quips that he may be forced to, if only to join the presidential debates. The Safe House panel also tackles questions over Vice President Sara Duterte’s confidential funds, Sen. Loren Legarda’s possible return to the country, and stalled flood control projects in...

#TheViewFromManila | Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide joins Richard Heydarian for a wide-ranging discussion on the Philippines-Norway partnership—from maritime cooperation, renewable energy and peace-building to the South China Sea, the ICC and the shifting global order. Eide also explains why middle powers must stand together, why international law must be defended consistently, and ho...

#TheLovelyShow | Political strategist Alan German breaks down the messaging battle in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, why money issues may resonate more with Filipinos than grave threats, and what could be holding back the administration’s political gains. The episode also tackles the road to 2028, government’s so-called “benefit clog,” and the political issues likely to shape the...

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Veteran lawyer Atty. Lorna Kapunan calls out corrupt public officials who deny stealing from the government, saying dishonesty is at the root of corruption and broken public trust. She also questions the role of the Senate, challenges voters to take responsibility for the leaders they elect, and says political “old dogs” who refuse to change should simply be replaced.

#TheMensRoom | Luis Alandy looks back on nearly 30 years in showbiz, including an early acting experience where a director had him slapped to draw out the emotion needed for a scene. He also gets candid about indecent proposals, an old controversial interview he now calls “very ungentleman,” an actor he once found difficult to work with, the Beauty Gonzalez rumor, and why his wife once got jealous...

#ThoughtLeaders | Khan Academy Philippines President and CEO Geraldine Acuña-Sunshine confronts the country’s learning crisis—from Grade 12 students performing at Grade 6 or 7 levels to the urgent need for technology that supports, rather than replaces, teachers. She explains how AI, personalized learning, and stronger teacher support can help rebuild student confidence and close long-standing gap...

#SafeHouse | One News editors and guests unpack how Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial could redefine the 2028 elections—from possible swing votes in the Senate and the battle for Central Visayas to the Dutertes’ Solid South base and the search for a viable non-Marcos alternative. The panel also weighs Robin Padilla’s “one-sided prosecution” claim, the changing political mood among vo...

#TheViewFromManila | Veteran investment banker Stephen CuUnjieng explains why Pax Silica could become a major industrial opportunity for the Philippines—but only with the right execution. He breaks down its potential role in mineral processing and semiconductor production, clarifies why massive AI data centers are unlikely to come to the country, and warns that narrow “either-or thinking” could ma...

#TheLovelyShow | From “Pax Silica” to the Senate’s “impaktas,” Ronald Llamas and Lovely Granada deliver another round of sharp political satire—with former COA commissioner Heidi Mendoza joining the banter on impeachment, confidential funds, and a possible 2028 Senate run. The Lovely Show is a political satire program of One News. Watch at your own risk! #OneNews #LongConversation

#PolitikaAllTheWay | UP-NCPAG Dean Kristoffer Berse joins Jojo A. for a wide-ranging conversation on earthquake preparedness, disaster risk, and the urgent need to educate political leaders on governance and crisis response. He also weighs in on President Marcos’ latest SONA, saying the message was clear but could have included more surprises, as the country braces for both political and real-worl...

#TheMensRoom | Meryll Soriano gets candid about life as Willie Revillame’s daughter—from misconceptions that she no longer needs to work to her surprise and fear when her father decided to run for senator. She also reveals Willie’s reaction after losing the election, recalls how Maricel Soriano guided her through showbiz, calls out young stars and influencers who are cast “for the numbers,” and ta...

#ThoughtLeaders | Ambassador Delia Domingo Albert reflects on the Philippines’ trailblazing women diplomats and explains how listening, education, and inclusive leadership can strengthen diplomacy, peacebuilding, and regional cooperation. #OneNews #LongConversation

#SafeHouse | One News editors unpack Pax Silica, the semiconductor initiative highlighted by President Bongbong Marcos in his SONA. Beyond its promised jobs and investments, the panel raises questions about technology transfer, Philippine laws, sovereign immunity, and whether the country’s energy supply can handle its massive power demands. Plus, the discussion turns to the political attacks again...

#TheViewFromManila | Political commentator Atty. Jesus Falcis examines why Vice President Sara Duterte’s defense team appears to lack veteran legal heavyweights as the prosecution opens strongly in her impeachment trial. Falcis joins Richard Heydarian for a broader discussion on courtroom strategy, political impunity, accountability, oligarchic influence, and the continuing fight to protect democr...