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With the recent passing of Roberto Alejandro, co-founder of the iconic gift shop Papelmeroti, we look back at the story behind the family-owned store. Known for its sustainably crafted gifts, it continues to be a go-to for Filipinos seeking meaningful presents for their loved ones.

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Building climate-resilient communities also means protecting Filipinos whose livelihoods are at risk due to extreme weather events. How can the Philippines safeguard its informal economy from the dangers brought by climate change?

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A decade ago, the Sanggunian Kabataan was almost abolished over allegations of corruption and mismanagement. But things changed for the better in 2015. Former Senator Bam Aquino and Taguig City Councilor Jomil Serna tell us that story. 

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There are at least three pending bills in Congress proposing yet another postponement of the first parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). In this episode, we speak with a lawyer to explore whether this delay is truly necessary and what it means for the Bangsamoro people.

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Since its release in the 90’s, Jose Mari Chan’s ‘Christmas in our Hearts’ has been a staple song in every Filipino Christmas playlist. But why do we associate him with Christmas so much?

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The Philippines, a leading global destination for business process outsourcing (BPO), generates around $30 billion annually from the industry. Despite challenges like expensive and slow internet, factors like high English proficiency, cheap labor costs, and government tax incentives help maintain its competitiveness worldwide. However, the rise of artificial intelligence or AI is projected to reduce agent labor costs globally, posing challenges to the workforce.

This development highlights the need for BPO workers to upskill and for call centers to offer more complex services. While AI is seen to displace some jobs, could it also present opportunities for job creation and worker advancement? 

To explore these dynamics and their impact on Filipino BPO workers, we spoke with Renso Bajala of the BPO Industry Employment Network (BIEN) to learn what it’s really like at the workplace. We learn that all these predictions are so much more complicated than they seem. BPO workers experience the impact of AI systems from recruitment to assessing their job performance. Bajala also talks about how the so-called “upskilling” or “re-skilling” plans must start beyond the BPO sector.

This episode was produced by Karol Ilagan. The script was edited by Jil Caro and Carljoe Javier. The episode was edited by Pidoy Blanco and Anthony Tobias.

This podcast was produced by PumaPodcast in partnership with the Pulitzer Center’s AI Accountability Network.

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There is an expectation that global efforts to address climate change will stall under another Trump administration. At the frontlines of climate disaster, the Philippines turns to European allies as it seeks to kickstart its transition to a green economy.

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In this episode, we’re spilling the tea on one of the Philippines' greatest obsessions—love teams! Why settle for one heartthrob when you can have two, smoldering together in slow motion under a fake rainstorm? We’ll dish on the OG pairs, the cringe-worthy beginnings, and those “are they or aren’t they?” moments that keep fans guessing. It’s drama, kilig, and just the right amount of chaos. Whether you're a die-hard shipper or just here for the memes, this episode promises more twists than your Lola’s favorite teleserye. Buckle up—this is love team madness, and we’re all just living in it!

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In this episode, law lecturer and political analyst Michael Yusingco helps us make sense of the criminal complaints and investigation underway against Vice President Sara Duterte. He also helps us understand why she keeps doubling down on the incendiary behavior that led to it all.

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