Power Talks with Pia Arcangel

“The winner of that night was really the Philippines.” Chef Chele Gonzalez, the DJ-turned-culinary driving force behind Gallery by Chele, could not have been happier for the Philippines. Along with several establishments, Gallery by Chele received a classic Michelin star and a green star last October for upholding gastronomic excellence and environmental integrity—a first for the country.Chef Chele, along with sous chef Carlos Villaflor, shares his take on how “patience, hard work, and sacrifice” go a long way in the culinary industry.Join Pia Arcangel as she not only plates meals with Michelin-starred chefs but also delves into their childhood and how they discovered their passion for cooking.

“With no justice, there wouldn’t be peace.”Palestinian Ambassador to the Philippines Mounir Anastas traces the origins of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.He also describes how this year’s observance took a more somber tone, with traditional ceremonies set aside because of the situation in Gaza.Watch the FULL EPISODE of Power Talks with Pia Arcangel.YT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRjzMdWU9lkFB: https://web.facebook.com/share/v/1MuhGEhzxqSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/10G6hzjrRebFuIQzeBLiQ0?si=XuGwr-GOQt64gWCQU9hK4gApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/palestinian-ambassador-renews-call-for-peace-on-day/id1614420977?i=1000738878224

ORIGIN STORY NI LAV DIAZ 🎬Mala-pelikula rin ang buhay ng batikang direktor na si Lav Diaz. Sa episode na ito, ikinuwento ni Lav Diaz kung paano ang kanyang naging buhay bago siya mapadpad sa mundo ng pelikula.Mula sa pagiging police beat reporter hanggang sa pagiging PA sa film sets, paano nga ba naging ganap na direktor si Lav? Alamin sa video!Panoorin ang FULL EPISODE ng Power Talks with Pia Arcangel.YT: https://youtu.be/NGJmsOSLSRM?si=pQcJWxin14Q8-qjFFB: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DGz1e1JiM/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/26cPeUe8eBBnr88trdhxHP?si=oDrYHZbaRIaF9kidY8fxUgApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/paano-sinasalamin-ng-mga-pelikula-ni-lav-diaz-ang-realidad/id1614420977?i=1000738768172

“When you mention Bethlehem, when you mention Jerusalem, think about Palestine.” This is the message of Palestinian Ambassador to the Philippines Mounir Anastas ahead of the holiday and Christmas season, as he sits down with Pia Arcangel to commemorate the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. Watch this special episode of Power Talks as Ambassador Anastas discusses the ongoing story of conflict in their region and advocates for the two-state solution— a resolution he believes is the key to security, justice, and long-lasting peace for Palestine and Israel.

"For Philippine cinema, for Filipino pride." Ito ang pahayag ng batikang filmmaker na si Lav Diaz, ang henyo sa likod ng historical epic na "Magellan" at marami pang award-winning films na isinasalaysay ang human condition. Sa panayam na ito kasama si Pia Arcangel, alamin ang mga interes ni Diaz sa labas ng moviemaking, ang kanyang opinyon sa artificial intelligence (A.I.), at ang dahilan kung bakit ‘di siya gumagamit ng smartphone at social media!  Higit sa lahat, tuklasin kung ano ang mga aral na napulot ng direktor sa daan patungo sa mundo ng pelikula, at ang halaga ng sining sa edukasyon at pagmulat ng lipunan.

Ballet Philippines President Kathleen Nolasco Lior-Liechtenstein ushered a new era for the country’s premiere dance institution when she took ballet to the digital world. But why did she only accept the position of President nine years after the initial offer? Pia Arcangel finds out in this interview.As an “untier of knots,” Ms. Liechtenstein opened an online theater for dancers to perform, and collaborated with the heavyweights of the international ballet scene for free (!) master classes. In this episode of Power Talks, get to know about her immense love for ballet, which started with just a library book in her childhood years, that led her to successfully steer Ballet Philippines throughout a global pandemic, to bring art to different communities in the Philippines and abroad.  

ALWAYS A SERVICE! 👨🏻‍⚕️🩺Para kay Dr. Saturnino “Bong” Javier, Co-CEO ng Makati Medical Center, hindi raw dapat pera ang main goal sa pagpili ng medical profession kundi commitment at tunay na paglilingkod sa kapwa.Ibinahagi rin niya ang kanyang mga karanasan, mula noong nangangarap pa lamang siyang maging doktor hanggang sa paggawa ng mabibigat na desisyon bilang healthcare leader sa gitna ng COVID-19 pandemic.Ito at ang iba pang mga kuwento ni Dr. Javier, alamin at panoorin sa full episode ng Power Talks with Pia Arcangel.YT: https://youtu.be/UyJ4i3-61gc?si=pBBs1lP0RlEmno-pFB: https://web.facebook.com/share/v/1E6UVbs2ni/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5DzhaU4lxCPXt3hi5tpdrW?si=DjLg8Tm7Sc2ubnjJmiY3fAApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keeping-healthcare-honest-with-dr-saturnino-javier/id1614420977?i=1000736217105

"Money is not our main goal in rendering this kind of commitment or service.”  Makati Medical Center’s interim Co-CEO Dr. Saturnino “Bong” Javier was just a neophyte medical director when the COVID-19 pandemic hit the Philippines. Known for fearlessly admonishing those who disregarded quarantine rules, he successfully steered their institution through a global health crisis.  In this episode of Power Talks with Pia Arcangel, Dr. Javier shares how he balances the demands of top leadership with his continued commitment to patient care. Beyond the boardroom and the wards, he still finds time to reconnect with childhood friends and keep up with the latest—not only in the medical field but also in K-pop trends.  How do compassion, competence, and curiosity keep him leading—and healing—in equal measure? Watch this video to find out.

WEDDING GIFTS TURNED INTO A BIG BRAND?!Kilala ang pangalang Hortaleza sa likod ng mga malalaking brand na na kinalakihan ng maraming Pilipino. Ang tanyag na family name na ito, nagsimula sa isang simpleng pangarap at kapital na ₱12,000 wedding gift na natanggap ng founders na sina Dr. Rolando at Rosalinda Hortaleza.Ibinahagi ng mga anak nilang sina Alfonso at Alexone kung paano nagsimula ang negosyo mula sa maliit na planta hanggang sa maging isa sa malalaking beauty at personal care names sa Pilipinas, at kung paano nila pinapatakbo ang Hortaleza legacy para sa bagong henerasyon. Alamin ‘yan sa video na ito.Panoorin din ang full episode Power Talks with Pia Arcangel episode na ito kasama ang Hortaleza brothers:YT: https://youtu.be/De7Aeww5fbQFB: https://facebook.com/reel/1140916968017741/Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/4rhu2kncApple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/4ux3h7sr