2023 Tinig ng Kababaihan





You may check the links below to listen to the audio or watch the Facebook live of each episode.



January

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource PersonRemark
12PCW’s HerStory, mandates and functions, and milestones. TNK’s new segmentsThis episode relaunched the Tinig ng Kababaihan and introduced its new segments. It also tackled PCW’s herstory and achievements in line with its 48th anniversary.Maria Kristine Josefina G. Balmes
Deputy Director for Operations
PCW
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19DSWD 72nd Anniversary / DSWD’s Gender-responsive programsThis episode tackled the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)’s 72nd Anniversary and its gender-responsive programs, such as the program for gender-based violence of victim-survivors as part of the Inter-Agency Council on Violence Against Women and the financial and livelihood programs for women and other marginalized groups.Patrick Yeoj G. Peraz
RSW
Focal Person, Women Welfare Programs of the Sectoral Program Division, DWSD’s Program Management

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26WPLA: Policy-making function of PCW / WPLA for the 19th CongressThis episode discussed PCW’s policymaking and oversight function. It also talked about the Women’s Priority Legislative Agenda (WPLA), its importance to women, and the WPLA agenda that has been passed as laws, as well as the WPLA for the 19th Congress.Armando G. Orcilla, Jr.
Senior GAD Specialist, Philippine Commission on Women
Policy Development, Planning, and Monitoring and Evaluation Division 

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February

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemarks
2Gender Equality in Relationships and its Relevance to the Filipino FamilyThis episode discussed women’s rights to use their maiden name in accordance with the Civil Code of the Philippines, as well as the terms and conditions for using or reverting the maiden name.
Atty. Marienne M. Ibadlit
Gender and Development Director
Integrated Bar of the Philippines
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9Gender Equality in Relationships, and its Relevance to the Filipino FamilyThe Population Commission tackled the concept of gender equality and women’s empowerment in a relationship and family. The Kalalakihang Tapat sa Responsibilidad at Obligasyon sa Pamilya or KATROPA Program and their services to male partners and community outreach were highlighted, as well as the importance of respecting and understanding the gender roles in the relationship/family.Philip Amiel B. Lopez
Planning Officer III, Resource Generation, and Programming Section; Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation Division, Commission on Population and Development
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16Policy Recommendation on Divorce, Marriage, Family, and Gender Bias on Adultery and ConcubinageThe episode discussed the policy recommendations for removing the gender bias in the relationship and marriage provision of the Family Code, the inclusion of Violence Against Women or VAW as grounds for annulment and legal separation, removing the gender bias in the Revised Penal Code Provisions on Adultery and Concubinage, and the push for the reinstitution of divorce in the Philippines.Armando Orcilla Jr.
Senior GAD Specialist
Policy Development, Planning, and Monitoring and Evaluation Division
PCW
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23Expanded Maternity Leave (Republic Act 11210)This episode discussed the Republic Act No. 11210 or the Expanded Maternity Leave, the requirements for availing it, and the terms and conditions, as well as other matters for clarification.Joy A. Villacorta
Vice President
Benefits Administration Department, Social Security System

Atty. Jamahlin Lacandazo-Escalona
Attorney VI, Office for Legal Affairs, Civil Service Commission

Mercy B. Apurado
Supervising Labor and Employment Officer and concurrent Officer-In-Charge, Women Workers Development Division, Bureau of Workers with Special Concern – DOLE
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March

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemarks
2National Women’s Month Celebration 2023Current status of Filipino Women and the activities for the National Women’s Month Celebration 2023.Vicky T. Atanacio
OIC, Corporate Affairs and Information Resource Management Division, PCW

Nevicshky Calma
Information Officer and Team Lead, Social Marketing Section, PCW
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9International Women’s Day: DigitALL Technology at Innovation, Daan Tungo sa Gender Equality at Inklusibong LipunanThe episode focused on the issues, challenges, and opportunities of women in Innovation and Information and Communication Technology. Also highlighted during the interview are the highlights of the recently concluded International Women’s Day event, and the programs and projects led by UN Women Philippines.Lenlen Mesina
Country Program Manager, UN Women Philippines
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16National Fire Prevention Month / Mga Kababaihan sa Bureau of Fire ProtectionThe episode focused on the activities conducted by the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and the current status of women in fire prevention services. The resource person from BFP also gave preventive measures to avoid fire incidents.SFInsp. Maysy Cataquiz
Spokesperson, Bureau of Fire Protection
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23National Girl Child Week 2023: Strong Girls, Strong World: Protecting Girls’ Rights and Well-Being in the Face of AdversityThe episode discussed the current issues and concerns of the girl child in the Philippines and the urgent measures to prevent teenage pregnancy. The Makabata Hotline and other programs, policy recommendations, and the Council for the Welfare of Children’s activities were also discussed.USec. Angelo Tapales
Executive Order V, Council for the Welfare of Children
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30Mga Programa ng Philippine Broadcasting Service-Bureau of Broadcast Services Gender and Development (GAD) CommitteeThe episode discussed the programs and services offered by the PBS-BBS GAD Committee, their GAD Help Desk launch, and the status of women’s participation in the workforce and leadership within the organization.George C. Arceño Jr.
Vice Chairperson, PBS-BBS GAD Committee / Head, Research Division, PBS-BBS
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April

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemarks
13Buhay Ingatan, Droga’y Ayawan (BIDA) Kampanya ng DILG Laban sa Ilegal na DrogaThe episode discussed the salient measures of the Buhay Ingatan, Droga’y Ayawan or BIDA, the nationwide holistic campaign of the Department of the Interior and Local Government to help the communities fight the proliferation of illegal drugs.Atty. Margarita N. Gutierrez
Undersecretary for Plans, Public Affairs and Communication Department of the Interior and Local Government
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20Safe Spaces Act: Batas Para sa Ligtas na Espasyo Para sa LahatIn line with the anniversary of the enactment of the Republic Act 11313 or the Safe Spaces Act, also known as the Bawal Bastos Law, the episode focused on the salient points of the law, the responsibilities of the Anti-Sexual Harassment Enforcers, the different nature of Gender-Based Sexual Harassment in different settings (public, workplaces, educational institution, and online), and the penalties for this public crime.Atty. Krissi Shaffina Twyla Rubin
Office-in-Charge, Center for Gender Equality & Women’s Human Rights, Commission on Human Rights
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27Policies and Specialized Laws for the Welfare of Women WorkersAs a prelude to the observance of the 121st National Labor Day, the episode focused on the policies and specialized laws that enable the protection, welfare, safety, and proper compensation and benefits of women workers.Carol Anne P. Resurreccion
Chief Labor and Employment Officer, Women Workers Development Division, Bureau of Workers with Special Concerns, Department of Labor and Employment
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May

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemarks
4Women’s Reproductive and Gynecological Health and Safe MotherhoodIn line with the observance of Cervical Cancer Consciousness Month (Proclamation Number 368 series of 2003 ) and Safe Motherhood Week ( Presidential Proclamation No. 200, series of 2002), the episode focused on topics and issues on women’s reproductive and gynecological health. As one of the leading professional and civic organizations with vast expertise in this, the Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society were invited to the program to discuss vital information on how women should take care of their health and helpful tips on safe motherhood.Dr. Ma. Socorro C. Bernardino
Board Member and Public Relations Officer, Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society
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11Pagpapamilya, Parenting, at Adbokasiya sa Reproductive HealthDr. Ivan Anthony S. Henares
Commissioner, Subcommission on Cultural Heritage, National Commission for Culture and the Arts
Carla C. Perlas
Vice President for Communications – the Asian parent Philippines
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18National Heritage Month – Pamana: Pagpapatuloy at PagbabagoIn support of the celebration of National Heritage Month, the episode discussed the importance of heritage in the survival and continuity of the nation and the role being played by women in pursuing the continuity and proliferation of Filipino cultures and values.Dr. Ivan Anthony S. Henares
Commissioner
Sub-Commission on Cultural Heritage, National Commission for Culture and the Arts
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25Women, Peace, and SecurityThe episode discussed the role of Filipino women as a marginalized sector in influencing policies and programs for the peace process and consistent and inclusive development to achieve long-lasting peace and security in the country.Marianne Kristine V. Delgado
Supervising GAD Specialist, Sectoral Coordination Division, PCW
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June

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemarks
1Proteksyon sa Personal at Pribadong ImpormasyonDr. Joan Mae G. Perez-Rifareal, Residency Training Officer of the Department of Psychiatry, Veterans Memorial Medical CenterAtty. Maria Theresita E. Patula
Director IV, Legal and Enforcement Office, National Privacy Commission
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8Philippine Environment Month – Kababaihan at KalikasanThe episode focused on the issues and concerns of women in the environment, climate change, and the observance of the 2023 Philippine Environment Month.Llarina S. Mojica
Head, GAD Secretariat/Chief, Policy Studies Division, DENR
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15Pride Month – LGBTQIA+ at PagpapamilyaThe episode tackled the viewpoints of a young woman, a daughter of LGBTQIA parents. The guest, Ms. Andrea Resurreccion, discussed how his “daddies” nurtured her individuality and perspectives in defining relationships and love.Andrea Kristine Resurreccion
Anak ng isang LGBTQIA+ Couple
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22Isyu ng Child Labor sa PilipinasIn line with the observance of the recently concluded World Day Against Child Labor, the program discussed the prevalence of Child Labor in the Philippines. Together with the Young Workers Development Division of the Bureau of Workers with Special Concerns of the Department of Labor and Employment.Jerommel A. Gabriel
Chief Labor and Employment Officer, Young Workers Development Division, Bureau of Workers with Special Concerns, DOLE
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29Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder AwarenessThe episode discussed vital information about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and the vulnerabilities of women victims of gender-based violence and harassment for having this condition.Dr. Joan Mae G. Perez-Rifareal Residency Training Officer of the Department of Psychiatry, Veterans Memorial Medical CenterListen/watch here.



July

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemark
7Pagtutulungan ng PCW at PBS sa Pagtataguyod ng Gender and Equality sa Pamamagitan ng RadyoAs it transferred from Radyo Pilipinas 2 918 kHz to Radyo Pilipinas 1 738 kHz, the program focused on reintroduction of itself and discussed its closed partnership with the Presidential Broadcasting Service in communicating the idea of gender and development, gender equality, and women’s empowerment through radio.Maria Kristine Josefina G. Balmes
Deputy Executive Director for Operations, Philippine Commission on Women

George Arceno, Jr.
Vice Chairperson, PBS-BBS Gender and Development Committee / Head, PBS-BBS Research Division
Listen/watch here.
14Mga Kababaihang Micro, Small, and Medium EntrepreneurIn line with the observance of the National Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Week in the Philippines, TNK invited the Department of Trade and Industry to discuss the current situation of women MSMEs and their significant role in driving the nation towards inclusive economic development.Usec. Bles Lantayona
Regional Operations Group and Gender and Development Focal Person, Department of Trade and Industry
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21Nutrisyon ng Kababaihang PilipinoAs part of the observance of National Nutrition Month, the program focused on discussions about the proper nutrition of women and its implications for the development of our society.Ellen Ruth F. Abella
Nutrition Officer IV National Nutrition Council
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28Isyu ng Trafficking in Persons sa PilipinasIn line with the upcoming observance of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, 2023, the Department of Justice – Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) was onboarded in the program to discuss different issues relevant to Anti-Trafficking in Persons of the Philippines and the actions being taken by the government to help the rescued victim-survivors and the prosecution the human traffickers and other people involved in this inhumane crime.Atty. Lilian Doris S. Alejo
Senior Assistant State Prosecutor, Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT)
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August

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemark
4National Breastfeeding Awareness MonthThe program discussed the health benefits of growth and development of babies in their first 1000 days. Other aspects were also tackled, like breastfeeding stations for working moms and the positive psychological and economic importance of breastfeeding.Ellen Ruth F. Abella
Nutrition Officer IV
National Nutrition Council
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11Implementasyon ng Magna Carta of WomenThe episode discussed the highlights of the 2019-2022 Assessment of the implementation of Republic Act 9710 or the Magna Carta of Women.Atty. Khay Ann Magundayao-Borlado
Deputy Executive Director for Management Services, PCW
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18GADtimpala 2023: Mga Ahensyang Kinilala Dahil sa Kanilang Gender-responsive Projects and ProgramsThe program featured the highlights of the Gender and Development Transformation & Institutionalization through Mainstreaming of Programs, Agenda, Linkages & Advocacies or GADtimpala 2023 Awarding Ceremonies.Ma. Rebecca Rafaela R. Baylosis
Supervising GAD Specialist
Policy Development, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Division,
PCW
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25Pangangalaga sa Kapakanan ng mga Indigneous Peoples sa PilipinasThe episode focused on discussions about the Indigenous Peoples (IPs) in the Philippines. It also highlighted the participation of Women IPs in leadership, coordination with marginalized sectors, and solving the issues on peace and security.Pascual A. Patting, Jr.
Chief
Human Rights Division,
Office of the Empowerment and Human Rights
National Commission on Indigenous Peoples
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September

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemark
1Civil Service Month – Mga Kababaihan sa Serbisyo SibilIn line with the observance of the 123rd Civil Service Commission’s Anniversary, the program tackled the importance of women’s leadership and decision-making in the civil service sector.Maria Luisa Salonga-Agamata, Ph.D., CESO V
Director IV, Public Assistance and Information Office, Civil Service Commission
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8Philippine Creative Industries Month 2023Being one of the largest industries in modern times, the Philippine Creative Industry has helped shape Filipino’s taste in food, appreciation of culture, and media consumption amid the dynamic changes brought by digital and advancing technology. The program discussed how the government empowers and protects the growing and diversifying creative industry.Jo-Dann N. Darong
Director III, Competitiveness Bureau, Department of Trade and Industry
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15Usapin ng Pag-aasawa at Pagpapamilya sa PilipinasThe episode discussed women’s issues in family and property relations and the laws on the basic rights of parents and offspring under the Family and Civil Code.Atty. Marienne M. Ibadlit
Deputy Director for Women and Children’s Concerns, National Center for Legal Aid, Integrated Bar of the Philippines
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22Cybersecurity at ang Implikasyon nito sa mga KababaihanIn line with the upcoming observance of Cybersecurity Week, the episode focused on the implications of cybersecurity crimes on women’s internet safety. The Department of Information and Communications Technology resource person also gave tips on preventing cybersecurity-related crimes.Dr. Thelma D. Villamorel
Chief, Critical Infrastructure Evaluation and Cybersecurity Standards Monitoring Division, Department of Information and Communications Technology.
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29Parenting TipsAs the country observes National Family Week, it is very timely that TNK invited a parenting specialist from the AsianParent Philippines to discuss proper and modern parenting tips.Hazel Cariño
Content and Community Marketing Lead, AsianParent Philippines
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October

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemark
6Unpaid Care and Domestic WorkThe episode focused on the issues and concerns relevant to unpaid care and domestic work in the Philippines, highlighting the discussion and actions taken during the National Consultation on Valuing and Investing in Unpaid Care and Domestic Work led by the Philippine Commission on Women, UN-ESCAP, PRRM, and Oxfam Pilipinas.Shubert Ciencia
ASEAN Engagement Coordinator OXFAM in Asia
Listen/watch here.
13Digital Parenting (in line with the Cybersecurity Month and the International Day of the Girl ChildIn line with the observance of National Cybersecurity Month, TNK invited the DICT to discuss the pressing issues related to the adverse effects of technology in parenting and presented some helpful tips on how to manage the use of modern technology and the internet. Also discussed in the program was how to protect ourselves from cybercrimes and technology-enabled breaches.Dr. Thelma D. Villamorel
Chief, Critical Infrastructure Evaluation and Cybersecurity Standards Monitoring Division, Department of Information and Communications Technology
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20Kababaihan sa Agrikultura at KanayunanThis episode focused on women’s issues in rural areas and what are the programs and projects being done by the Department of Agriculture to close the gender gap in different agricultural sectors.Usec. Agnes Catherine T. Miranda
Undersecretary for Finance and Chairperson, Gender and Development Focal Point System, Department of Agriculture
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27Kababaihan sa Media Industry / Gender Stereotyping sa media at social media (in line with the Global Media and Information Literacy Week)This episode tackled gender stereotyping in different forms of media and the current status of women working in the media and other communications-related industries.Dr. Elena E. Pernia
President, Philippines Communication Society
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November

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemark
3National Children’s Month 2023The episode tackled issues and concerns of Filipino children and the government’s effort to protect their rights and provide the necessary services for their needs. The Council for the Welfare for Children lined up as a resource agency for this episode in line with the 2023 National Children’s Month’s theme: “Healthy, Nourished, Sheltered: Ensuring the Right to Life for All!”Elino Bardillon
Planning Officer V, Localization and Institutionalization Division, Council for the Welfare of Children
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10Library and Information Services Month (LISM) 2023In line with Library and Information Services Month, the National Library of the Philippines was invited as a guest to discuss the benefits of reading in promoting literacy and improved mental and analytical skills and its contribution to promoting new and different perspectives and women’s empowerment. Also discussed during the program is the women’s participation in library science and their impact on promoting literacy through reading and learning proper comprehension skills.Melanie A. Ramirez
Assistant Chief/Librarian IV, Research and Publications Division, National Library of the Philippines
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17National Drug Abuse Prevention and Control WeekIn line with the observance of National Drug Abuse Prevention and Control (NAPC) Week, the Philippine Commission on Women invited the Dangerous Drugs Board to discuss the current drug abuse situation in the country and the holistic and whole-of-the-nation approach being done by the government in empowering the women and the community in drug abuse prevention advocacies and programs in the community. The team for this year’s NAPC week is: “People First: Stop Stigma and Discrimination, Strengthen Prevention.”Ma. Victoria C. Sorne
OIC-Deputy Executive Director for Administration Dangerous Drugs Board
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242023 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against WomenThe episode focused on promoting activities and advocacies for the 2023 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women with the theme: UNiTEd for a VAW-Free Philippines. Also discussed are the current VAW situation in the country and the efforts being made by the Philippine Commission on Women to advocate for a more proactive approach to ending all forms of gender-based violence and harassment in society.Atty. Nevi Calma
Social Marketing Section, PCW
Listen/watch here.



December

DateEpisodeSynopsisResource Person/sRemark
1The National Action Plan on Women, Peace and SecurityIn line with the launch of the 2023-2033 National Action Plan on Women, Peace, and Security (NAPWPS), the Philippine Commission on Women invited the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity to discuss the milestones of the previous NAPWPS, the continuation of some of its critical points to the new plan, and new programs and projects for the next ten years.Assistant Secretary Susana H. Marcaida- Executive Director, Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and UnityListen/watch here.
8Filipino Marespeto, Sa Safe Spaces, Kasali Tayo!The discussion for this episode focused on salient points of the Republic Act No. 11313, or the Safe Spaces Act, and its difference from the existing Republic Act No. 7877 or the Anti-Sexual Harassment Law. The Commission on Human Rights, as the gender ombud, also discussed the nature of different gender-based sexual harassment punishable by this law.Kemberly Tanaleon – Focal for Safe Spaces Campaign, Commission on Human RightsListen/watch here.
15Trafficking in PersonsIn line with the conclusion of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women, the Philippine Commission on Women invited the Inter-agency Council Against Trafficking to discuss Trafficking in Persons, its current situation in the country, and the different Anti-Human Trafficking mechanisms of the government.Atty. Lara Sanchez – Attorney III, Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) SecretariatListen/watch here.
22Serbisyo ni Aleng PulisTo promote women’s empowerment and leadership participation, the Philippine Commission on Women invited the recently announced Chief of the Women and Children Protection Center (WCPC) of the Philippine National Police, Police Brigadier General Portia Manalad, to share her experiences as one of many women in a field dominated by men. She also discussed the services of the WCPC.PBGen. Portia Manalad – Chief, Women and Children Protection Center, Philippine National PoliceListen/watch here.
29Best of TNK in 2023TNK’s Year-end Special highlighted notable episodes and guests on the first year of TNK’s return in the airwave and almost six months of digital TV broadcastNone (Atty. Nevi Calma of Philippine Commission on Women and Ms. Hazel Morada of Presidential Broadcast Service hosted the program)Listen/watch here.