First published on October 4, 2024.
With the rise of influencers online and constant change in trends, it is hard to always stay relevant in the viewers' eyes.
In this B-Side episode, Patty of ‘Masarap Ba?’ reveals her secret to mastering algorithm changes and other techniques to succeed in content creation.
First published on July 22, 2024.
Since 1997, there have been multiple attempts to revise and amend the 1987 Constitution in response to various challenges the country has faced over the years. Recently, an economic charter change was approved on the third and final reading by Congress, which seeks to amend the 1987 constitution to lift foreign ownership to some vital industries in the country.
To address this concern, Mr. Jemy Gatdula, the Dean of the Institute of Law and Vice Chairman of the Operations Committee of the School of Social Sciences, Law, and Governance at the University of Asia and Pacific, also an opinions columnist for Business World shared his insights on the initiative to amend and revise the 1987 Constitution, particularly its economic provisions.
Although cash on delivery (COD) transactions have declined after the pandemic, at least half of customers still prefer this payment option, according to the CEO of an e-commerce and logistics company.
In this B-Side episode, president and CEO of QuadX Inc. Raffy Vicente, together with founder of V&M Naturals Jamie Faith Tan Velez, share their insights on why COD remains crucial for small businesses.
Interview by Almira Martinez
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
This was first uploaded on April 15, 2025.
US President Donald Trump has given a 90-day pause on the reciprocal tariffs he imposed, and everything is still in flux. In this B-Side episode, BusinessWorld speaks with former tariff commissioner George N. Manzano about the tariffs, their impact on the Philippines, the motivations behind them, and recommendations for how the country can navigate this trade environment.
Interview by Patricia Mirasol
Video editing by Jayson Mariñas
In this B-Side episode, BusinessWorld speaks with political expert Michael Henry Ll. Yusingco, senior research fellow at the Ateneo Policy Center, to help us break down what to expect in the 2025 SONA of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
Interview by Edg Adrian Eva
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
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Curious how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the Philippine workplace?
While leaders acknowledge its importance, only about half feel they have a clear path to develop their AI strategy, according to Peter D. Maquera, chief executive officer of Microsoft Philippines.
In this B-Side episode, he speaks with multimedia reporter Beatriz Cruz on how local businesses can prepare for the era of AI agents. He also outlines the five critical factors needed for companies to succeed with AI.
Interview by Beatriz Cruz
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
This B-Side episode delves into the world of AI and ethics with Carl M. Javier, chief AI ethicist and executive director of Data and AI Ethics PH. It explores how artificial intelligence, a technology disruptive in both good and bad ways, impacts human dignity.
While AI can worsen inequality - posing challenges for nations like the Philippines that still grapple with Internet access - making this technology "more human" depends on collective efforts to define humanity and build equitable systems.
Interview by Patricia Mirasol
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
Are you curious about the future of energy, and how we might overcome challenges like high energy costs and energy security here in the Philippines? What if the answer lies not just on Earth, but in space itself?
In this B-Side episode, BusinessWorld discusses renewable energy in space with Charleston Dale M. Ambatali, assistant professor of University of the Philippines Diliman’s Electrical and Electronics Engineering Institute, and Wynn Dunn Gill D. Improso, supervising science research specialist of the Philippine Space Agency’s Interdisciplinary Space Missions Development Division.
Interview by Patricia Mirasol
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
Around 24 million Filipinos aged 10 to 64 are considered functionally illiterate, struggling to comprehend or apply basic reading, writing, and math skills in daily life.
In this episode, UNICEF Philippines education specialist Nicholas “Nicki” M. Tenazas joins us to break down the numbers, explore the root causes, and discuss what can be done to address this pressing issue.
Interview by Edg Adrian Eva
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
Food security is one of the most pressing issues faced by Asia and the Pacific, including the Philippines. Developing Asia accounts for more than half of the undernourished population in the world according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
About 40% of the region's workforce are also employed in jobs related to agri-food systems.
In this B-Side episode, BusinessWorld speaks with Pavit Ramachandran, ADB country director for the Philippines, in an interview on the sidelines of ADB’s annual meeting in Milan, Italy.
He shares the latest developments and initiatives by the multilateral bank to further improve and strengthen food systems in the Philippines and the overall region.
Interview by Luisa Jocson
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
The 2025 midterm elections delivered unexpected results, with outcomes that defied pre-election surveys. Some familiar names were left out of the Magic 12, while underdogs made a surprising climb into the Top 5.
What led to this shift?
Political expert Michael Henry Ll. Yusingco, senior research fellow at the Ateneo Policy Center, breaks down the Senate results and offers insights into what they reveal about Filipino voting behavior.
Interview by Edg Adrian Eva
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
High electricity costs this summer are re-opening the conversation of reviving the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP). In this B-Side episode, the 2nd District Representative of Pangasinan and House Committee on Nuclear Energy Chairperson Mark O. Cojuangco share the challenges and benefits of rehabilitating the mothballed power plant.
Interview by Almira Martinez
Edited by Jayson Mariñas
As the Philippines transitions towards a green economy, the need to upskill its workforce to fill green jobs becomes even more important.
Designing green is the easiest part, according to Christopher C. de la Cruz, an architect and chief executive officer of the Philippine Green Building Council (PHILGBC). “It’s staying green that’s the biggest problem.”
In this B-Side episode, he talks about how companies can ensure the success of their sustainability efforts, as well as the mindset shift necessary to transition all jobs into green jobs.
Interview by Patricia Mirasol
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
April 19 is World Liver Day, a day to raise awareness about the health of our often-overlooked yet vital liver. Liver diseases are a leading cause of mortality in the Philippines, accounting for 27.3 per 1,000 deaths, according to a 2023 study published in the Annals of Hepatology.Experts also warn that 10-20% of Filipinos may have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, which can lead to serious complications if left untreated.
To share tips on how to take care of our liver, we spoke with Dr. Maria Vanessa H. De Villa, the first surgeon in the country to perform a pediatric liver transplant and the director of The Medical City’s Center for Liver Disease Management and Transplantation.
Interview by Edg Adrian Eva
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. In this B-Side episode, we dive into everything you need to know about the disease.
Colorectal cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the Philippines, with an estimated one in 1,800 Filipinos at risk each year. To help understand its symptoms, treatments, and prevention, Dr. Dave Rennel L. Sebollena, Vice President of the Philippine Society of Gastroenterology, joins the conversation.We also explore the financial and healthcare support available for patients with Dr. Israel Francis A. Pargas, Senior Vice President for the Health Finance Sector and Spokesperson of PhilHealth.
Interview by Edg Adrian Eva
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
In celebration of National Women’s Month, we recognize the trail-blazing Filipinas who have defied all odds through their success in various fields. However, we must also acknowledge the challenges that plague women into breaking existing glass ceilings.
Carlota Salamat Andres shares in an interview with BusinessWorld her journey to becoming an S&E engineer, and why more Filipinas deserve more opportunities to excel in the sciences.
Interview by Beatriz Cruz
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
What's gender equality like in the finance industry? What challenges and opportunities do Filipinas face in this sector? BusinessWorld speaks with Abbie Dans-Casanova, president and CEO of SB Finance, in this B-Side episode.
Interview by Patricia Mirasol
Audio editing by Arjale Queral
In this B-Side episode, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health’s Dr. Vincent C. Casimero and Dr. Niko H. Ylagan talk about Rabies Prevention Month, the causes and transmission of rabies, plus the protocol for handling animal bites and scratches.
Interview by Patricia Mirasol
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
She Secure is a program which provides funding and financial advisory support to women-owned and women-led enterprises in the Philippines.
In this B-Side episode, Abigail de los Santos Tan, co-founder and managing partner of ARC SME Business Development Company, talks about how to program aims to address the funding barriers faced by female entrepreneurs.
Interview by Patricia Mirasol
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
What causes reputational damage? How can one mitigate the effects of it? What are ways companies can protect their reputation?
In this B-Side episode, BusinessWorld talks about these topics with R.G. W. Gabunada, a partner at Louder PH, a full-service agency, and the CMO of Mansmith and Fielders, a training and consultancy company.
Interview by Patricia Mirasol
Audio editing by Jayson Mariñas
