As diplomatic tensions flare once again, we revisit a conversation covering six key narratives Beijing is pushing to sway Filipino minds. Robin Michael Garcia, founder and chairman of polling and research firm WR Numero, explains how China’s propaganda campaigns target democracy, exploit U.S. weaknesses, and aim to tilt Philippine foreign policy in its favor.

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Think your first job is just a job? Think again. With the help of Jag Garcia, founder, former chair and now senior faculty member of the film department at De Lasalle - College of Saint Benilde, this episode uncovers the hidden Hero's Journey within the demanding world of our own lives. It's about how different timelines of struggle and growth intersect to build a cohesive understanding. We reinforce that "you’re not behind, you’re not on track, you’re just living", and that sometimes, "it’s just small changes, a pivot, a turn" that make all the difference. 

This episode is produced by Jyn Garcia and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.

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Senator Imee Marcos is trying to stake her claim as the true keeper of the Marcos legacy by subtly undermining her own brother, President Bongbong Marcos. In a conversation with journalist Regine Cabato, political sociologist Ash Presto unpacks the quiet but growing rift between the siblings. While Bongbong faces criticism for being hands-off and indecisive, Imee crafts a more forceful image through slogans, storytelling, and strategic alliances.

From Ilocos Norte to Manila, she’s positioning herself as both insider and agitator—challenging the administration without ever leaving the dynasty. The episode traces how this rivalry is shaping political loyalties, myth-making, and power plays ahead of 2028.

This episode was engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.

This is the second of a two-part episode. Listen to Part 1 here.

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A Philippine firm, Comm&Sense Inc., was named in an OpenAI threat-intel report for using ChatGPT to generate pro-Marcos propaganda across Facebook and TikTok. Political sociologist Ash Presto joins Regine Cabato to break down how chatbot-generated content can be used to sustain loyalist narratives online at scale: from mass-produced comments to paraphrased talking points seeded across platforms. 

They also explore the emotional infrastructure behind these efforts: how Marcos-era nostalgia is passed down within families, why users share partisan content regardless of its truth value, and how Gen Z audiences adapt by fleeing to alternative platforms like X and Instagram.

This episode was engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.

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In this episode, independent journalist and content creator Jacque Manabat advocates for journalists to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset and view themselves as "sellers of  information" to maintain audience trust. For Jacque, journalism is not dying but evolving, and adapting to new times and technologies is essential for its survival and for paving the way for future storytellers.

This episode is produced by Jyn Garcia and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.

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In late May, a photo of a woman emerging from a canal in Makati went viral. It sparked headlines, memes, and a government response, but behind the “mole people” narrative was a deeper, more human story.

In this episode, we catch up with “William Roberts,” the anonymous photographer behind the viral post, to reflect on what happened. We talk about media responsibility, unintended consequences, and ethical storytelling in the age of Reddit and citizen journalism.

If you want to follow William’s work, you can find him on Instagram.

This episode is produced by Kate Berbano and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.

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What do we know about the food we consume, and the people who produce them? A social enterprise called Sierreza is helping spotlight the struggle of farmers and the difficult process of getting vegetables, fruits, and grains to our plates. Founder Cherrys Abrigo shares her experience in helping the farmers stand on their own two feet and passing on what she learned to young entrepreneurs.

This episode is produced by Hannah Grace and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.

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A network of TikTok fan accounts worked to recast suspended Bamban Mayor Alice Guo as an attractive, empathetic, misunderstood, and progressive public servant, just as she was being investigated for serious crimes. Journalist Nica Hanopol of VERA Files explains how this subtle influence operation unfolded and why it may be a sign of things to come.

This episode was produced by Bella Perez-Rubio and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.

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This Independence Day, we turn to an episode of What’s AP? Araling Panlipunan Rebooted to unpack the complicated, often overlooked history of the holiday—from Aguinaldo’s 1898 declaration to July 4, 1946, and finally, to why we now celebrate June 12.

Hosts Ceej Tantengco-Malolos and Sab Schnabel dive into the myths, milestones, and mixed messages behind our national holiday. Was Philippine independence ever truly recognized? Who was the mysterious white guy who signed our declaration? And why did we celebrate July 4 for almost 20 years?

Whether you're a student, history buff, or curious Filipino, this episode will reboot the way you see our Independence Day.

This episode rerun is produced by Jyn Garcia and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.

The original episode of What’s AP? Araling Panlipunan Rebooted was produced by Pauline Reyes and edited by Nina Torralba.

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In this episode of Thought Bubbles, we dive deep into the vibrant and evolving world of drag culture in the Philippines. With special guest Jon Galvez—a drag enthusiast, filmmaker, and director of ‘Lip Sync Assassin’—we explore how drag has grown from comedy bars and barangay pageants into a powerful platform for Filipino queer storytelling, political expression, and mainstream entertainment.

From the impact of shows like Drag Race Philippines and Drag Den, to iconic films that paved the way for local drag visibility, this episode breaks down the rich history, rising acceptance, and cultural influence of Filipino drag artists. We also talk about the challenges drag queens still face in a predominantly Christian country, including the controversial case of Pura Luka Vega.

This episode rerun is produced by Bubbles Magpayo and engineered by Anthony Tobias. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large.

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