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Ep. 54: In the mind of Marcos Jr. supporters

Ep. 54: In the mind of Marcos Jr. supporters

In this episode, former Philippine senator Antonio Trillanes talks about his recent dialogue with a group of voters to better understand their support for the son of the later dictator Ferdinand Marcos, who’s running for president in May.   OR LISTEN:...
Ep. 53: Jailed Duterte foe seeks vindication via reelection

Ep. 53: Jailed Duterte foe seeks vindication via reelection

Jailed for 5 years on questionable drug charges, Sen. Leila de Lima is seeking a second term. Christian Esguerra spoke with her spokesperson on how difficult it has been for her to wage a nationwide campaign while in detention, including explaining why she’s a victim...
Episode 52: Troll wars in Philippine elections

Episode 52: Troll wars in Philippine elections

Can candidates realistically win without so-called “line troll networks”? Christian Esguerra sat down with a veteran campaign strategist and a professor, who studied how Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter influence political discourse in the 2022 elections.   OR LISTEN:...
Ep.51: How presidential interviews should be done

Ep.51: How presidential interviews should be done

This episode is a critical, no-BS look at presidential interviews in the run-up to the Philippine elections in May 2022, because the interviewer and the questions he asks are just as crucial as the candidates’ response. Journalist Christian Esguerra sits down...
Ep. 50: Philippine labor leader runs for president

Ep. 50: Philippine labor leader runs for president

Christian Esguerra sits down with Philippine labor leader Leody De Guzman, who details the “radical” changes he plans to implement if elected president in 2022. But does he even have a chance against more popular and moneyed candidates, including the son...