“I have too many guilty pleasures.” Known as the Grand Dame of Philippine Opera, Professor Emeritus Fides Cuyugan-Asensio looks back on her bright and colorful career as distinguished coloratura soprano, librettist, director and educator. Does she have any regrets? Pia Arcangel interviews a truly remarkable artist in this episode of Power Talks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 09, 2025•20 min•Season 1Ep. 19
What makes a design truly unforgettable? Pia Arcangel takes us inside the fascinating mind of industrial designer, CEO and Creative Director Kenneth Cobonpue whose work has won multiple international and local awards including the Pratt Legends Award by the Pratt Institute, the first Designer of the Year Award by Maison et Objet Asia and the first Gawad CCP Para sa Sining Award for Design. Time Magazine called him “rattan’s great virtuoso.” This episode reveals inspiring stories from his formati...
Jul 02, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 18
It's giving young and empowered! Get ready to be inspired by the story of Mae Layug-Madriñan, founder and CEO of Get Ready With Me (GRWM) Cosmetics. Mae shares her journey from nurse to beauty content creator to CEO! She opens up about her inspirations and dreams of making Filipino beauty or F-beauty more inclusive. Discover how she built a sustainable, community-first makeup brand that’s redefining local beauty standards, only here on Power Talks with Pia Arcangel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
Jun 25, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Name your dream home — may it be modern, colonial-inspired, or even future-proof, this man has seen and done it all. For today's guest, we welcome real estate magnate and the man behind New San Jose Builders, the famed Las Casa Filipinas de Acuzar, and currently the Presidential Adviser for Pasig River Rehabilitation, Mr. Jerry Acuzar. From his humble beginnings to his never ending thirst for personal improvement, let’s listen in on this insightful conversation, and pick up a thing or two about ...
Jun 18, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Jacques Christophe Branellec is the man behind Jewelmer, a renowned company known for its exquisite golden South Sea pearls. Under his leadership, Jewelmer has become a leader in sustainability and environmental awareness. Beyond his work in the luxury pearl industry, Branellec is a pilot and a captain of the Philippine Coast Guard, recognized for his efforts in environmental conservation. He is also committed to protecting marine ecosystems, particularly those in Palawan, which are vital for pe...
Jun 11, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Ever wondered what it really takes to make a mark in the global art world? Join us as we go Beyond the Frame with Isa Lorenzo , the brilliant mind behind Silverlens Galleries . In this episode of Power Talks, Isa reveals her core strategies and unwavering vision that helped propel Filipino art onto the global stage. Tune in to hear how she’s passionately championing Filipino art, and shaping our future internationally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 04, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Mag-around-the-world gamit ang ating mga panlasa kasama si Chef Josh Boutwood, the culinary mastermind sa likod ng buzzworthy restrautants tulad ng Helm, The Test Kitchen, Juniper, Savage at Ember. Kung dati ay odd kitchen jobs sa Europe ang kanyang ginagawa… siya rin ang Corporate Chef ng The Bistro Group, ngayon! Paano niya napapanatiling kakaiba at kahanga-hanga ang bawat putahe? How does he balance his dishes “on a triangle”? And is it true that he runs his kitchens in complete silence? Sama...
May 28, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 13
From hosting gala nights 💃✨ to leading cultural institutions 🇵🇭🎭… paano nga ba nagagampanan ni Kaye Tinga ang lahat ng ito? She is the President of the Cultural Center of the Philippines, co-founder of both W17 and the Red Charity Gala, a proud career woman, and a devoted Pinay mom. Kaye proves na puwedeng maging empowered, influential at elegant, hindi lang sa fashion, kundi pati sa buhay at propesyon! Paano niya muling binibigyang-buhay ang sining sa bansa? At anong klaseng legacy ang nais...
May 21, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 12
What if ang susunod mong bahay ay powered by AI? 🏡✨ Earl Forlales started with bamboo houses and a dream. Mula sa pagiging co-founder ng CUBO Modular hanggang sa pagiging Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia honoree, tinutulungan niya ang mga Pilipino na makahanap at makapundar ng mura at matibay na tirahan. Ngayong CEO na siya ng TruNorth Homes, paano nga ba niya pinagpapatuloy ang kanyang misyon sa pagtatayo naman ng AI-powered houses? Paano ba nagsimula ang kanyang interes sa sustainable housing? Panoori...
May 14, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Why is New Zealand deepening its defense ties across Asia? In this episode of Power Talks with Pia Arcangel , Defence Minister Judith Collins outlines the country’s Indo-Pacific strategy. From its expanding security cooperation with ASEAN nations to the landmark signing of the Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) with the Philippines, Minister Collins shares insights on regional stability, humanitarian missions, and how New Zealand balances defence partnerships with its longstanding commi...
May 07, 2025•18 min•Season 1Ep. 10
For some, writing is a skill. But for Ricky Lee, it’s survival. ✍🏻 In this episode, we sit down with National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Ricky Lee to uncover the story behind the storyteller. From growing up as an orphan to writing countless stories, Ricky shares how a life of loss, longing and restless imagination shaped the way he writes, and ultimately lives. Paano nga ba gawing kalakasan ang isang kahinaan? Bakit mahalaga ang mga sugat at bubog sa damdamin? Ang kanyang malikot na pa...
Apr 30, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 9
From his humble beginnings in a simple life filled with valuable lessons, Jinggoy Buensuceso has risen to prominence—not just in the Philippines but on the international stage of art and sculpture. In this one-on-one interview, Jinggoy reveals his creative process, the inspiration behind his bold ideas, and how he remains unfazed by doubts—even when no one initially believed in his vision. ----- Producer: Ronald Ramido Program Researcher: Aubrey Sangalang Delos Reyes Editor: Piah Luna Hosted on ...
Apr 23, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 8
For many of us, watching movies is a magical experience... Dinadala tayo sa iba’t ibang mundo, ipinaparanas sa atin ang iba’t ibang bagay. But what is it like from the perspective of a filmmaker? 🎥 From gritty crime dramas to thought-provoking social commentaries, Direk Erik Matti’s storytelling is raw, powerful and undeniably Pinoy. Paano nga ba siya naging internationally acclaimed? Aling Hollywood movie ang tinanggihan niyang gawin? And what does he really think of the state of the Philippin...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 7
“God allowed me to live this long so that I can share the beauty and the story of transformation and redemption that He has done in my life for other people.” Mula sa isang pagkakadapa na nasaksihan ng buong mundo, literally and figuratively, muling bumangon at nagpupursigi sa buhay ang beauty queen, actress, host and inspirational speaker na si Miriam Quiambao-Roberto. From her lowest point to her peak, anu-ano nga ba ang kaniyang pinagdaanan? Ano ang nangyari sa muling nilang pagkikita ng kani...
Apr 02, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 6
“I aspire to be one of many. I want there to be a group of women in the sport that can compete alongside men equally in the same machinery, on the same platform.” Mula pagkabata, naramdaman na agad ni Bianca ang “need for speed.” Ibinandera niya ang bilis at gilas ng mga Pilipino sa buong mundo as she made history bilang first female driver ng sikat na racing team na McLaren sa kanilang Driver Development Programme noong 2023. At ngayon, Bianca is set for her 2025 GB3 Championship debut, driving...
Mar 26, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 5
“I will just say yes to anything. Like, ite-text nila ako tonight para sabihin, ‘Puwede ba kayo, pullout 6AM tomorrow?’ Hindi ko na itinatanong kung anong role. 'Sige, tara.’ Istorya ng buhay ko 'yun dati. Kahit ano ginagawa ko, tinatanggap ko.” Ang dating extra noon, kilala na at patuloy na namamayagpag internationally ngayon! Sa episode na ito ng Power Talks with Pia Arcangel, ibinahagi ng batikang aktres ang kanyang pinagdaanan bago maabot ang international spotlight. Sino-sinong Hollywood ac...
Mar 19, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 4
“Hindi nakakahiya ang pagiging fashion designer. Hindi nakakahiya maging bakla.” The power of manifesting worked for Rajo Laurel! Eleven years old pa lang kasi siya, alam niya na raw na magiging isa siyang fashion designer. Ayon din sa Drag Race Philippines judge, malaking bahagi ng kanyang success ang suporta at pagtanggap ng kanyang pamilya. Ano pa nga ba ang secret ni Rajo sa kanyang pagiging iconic? Paano nga ba siya nagsimulang gumawa ng pangalan sa fashion industry at maging ang pagtatag n...
Mar 12, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 3
“Suwerte lang ako. Aksidente lang ang buhay ko.” Ngunit ang aksidenteng ito ay nagbigay sa atin ng mga tula, aklat, at adbokasiya na humubog sa panitikang Filipino. Sa episode na ito ng Power Talks with Pia Arcangel, ibinahagi ni Virgilio Almario, o mas kilala sa pen name na Rio Alma, kung paano siya nagsimulang magsulat hanggang sa pagiging isang haligi ng ating wika at panitikan. Ano ang take niya sa Gen Z at sa social media era? Paano niya nakikita ang mabilis na pagbabago ng wika? Ano ang ro...
Mar 06, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Apat na beses nalagay sa panganib ang buhay ni Atty. Felipe L. Gozon noong siya ay bata pa lamang—but life had bigger plans for him. Sa unang episode ng Power Talks with Pia Arcangel, ibinahagi ni Atty. Gozon ang kanyang inspiring na kuwento—mula sa pagiging isang batang sobrang likot at adventurous, hanggang sa pagiging isang respetadong abogado at chairman ng GMA Network. Hindi lang ito tungkol sa negosyo, kundi pati sa disiplina, sipag, at pananampalataya na naging gabay niya sa kanyang tagum...
Feb 26, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! For our special holiday episode, makakakuwentuhan natin ang 2023 MMFF Best Director na si Zig Dulay! Ngayong 2024, isang bagong MMFF entry na naman ang aabangan natin mula sa kanya — ang ‘Green Bones.’ Paano nga ba ang creative process niya sa pagbuo ng pelikulang ito? Alamin at pakinggan dito lang sa Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Dec 23, 2024•40 min
Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo stars alongside Ruru Madrid in GMA Pictures' 50th Metro Manila Film Festival entry, ‘Green Bones’. The movie answers a thought-provoking question: ‘Puwede bang tubuan nang kabutihan ang taong nagkasala?’ In Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel, Dennis reveals how he was able to juggle so many roles: actor and producer for the movie, the infamous Col. Yuta in Pulang Araw, hands-on dad, doting husband to Jennylyn Mercado, and — surprise, surprise — Tiktok star! Hosted o...
Dec 18, 2024•22 min
Si Kapuso heartthrob Michael Sager ang bibida sa masaya at nakakakilig na episode ng Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel! Ang kanyang buhay on and off screen, pinakabagong project bilang leading man sa upcoming primetime series na My Ilonggo Girl, at iba pang interesting facts about him, mapapakinggan sa interview na ito! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 11, 2024•33 min
Kahit anong tungkol sa showbiz, laging updated ang ating surprise guest this episode! Ang nag-iisang Nelson Canlas lang naman ang mag-spill ng tea tungkol sa mga na-interview niyang may mga tinatagong sikreto, kanino siya na starstruck, at anong TV show ang na-inspire sa kanyang look? Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel, makinig na! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 04, 2024•49 min
Kung gusto mong lumigaya ang iyong buhay, makinig na sa Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel dahil makakasama natin ang isa sa mga haligi ng Pinoy Rap Scene, master rapper Andrew E! Mahigit 3 dekada na sa industriya, pero magisismula pa lang daw siya! Alam niyo bang shareholder siya ng Facebook at nakapagsulat para kay Francis M bago pa siya sumikat? Marami pang linya ang ibabagsak dito kaya makinig na! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Nov 27, 2024•54 min
From being an Ice Princess sa skating rink, sumabak naman ngayon si Ashley Ortega sa isang challenging role sa Pulang Araw! Ano nga ba ang pinagdaanan niya sa paghahanda para sa kanyang role na si Sister Manuela? Paano naman siya nagre-relax after ng busy schedule? Makinig na sa insightful na chikahan dito lang sa Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 20, 2024•36 min
Get to know Asia’s Drag Singing Superstar and the reigning queen of Drag Race Philippines Season 3, Maxie Andreison! Kilala bilang “gangsta sa Manila, kuya sa pamilya,” sino nga ba si Maxie, in and out of drag? Pakinggan ang kanyang journey to the crown dito lang sa Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 13, 2024•40 min
It’s a colorful day for Pinoy Pop fans and Rainbows alike! Bukod sa sila ang youngest P-Pop group sa Pilipinas, recently awarded din bilang Rising P-POP Group of the Year sa Saludo Excellence Awards ang Cloud 7! Paano nga ba nabuo ang grupo? Ano ba ang challenges ng mga music groups tulad nila? All these and more here in Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 07, 2024•29 min
Mula sa umaatikabong aksyon, nakamamanghang mahika, pati pagiging masipag na Yaya at ulirang asawa, hanggang ngayon sa nakabibilib na pagtatanghal sa bodabil at 'di matatawarang pag-ganap bilang comfort woman, talagang napaka-kakaiba ng mga papel na ginampanan ng ating bisita sa Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel ngayons episode na walang iba kundi si Sanya Lopez! Makinig na! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 30, 2024•37 min
Mula pagkanta hanggang pag-arte, talaga naman pinaninindigan ni Zephanie ang pagiging isa sa promising at talented Sparkle artists ng GMA! MAKA-kasama natin siya ngayon sa Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 23, 2024•30 min
After being on a showbiz hiatus for almost a decade, it's time for her biggest acting comeback ever! Ang kanyang journey sa motherhood, career, at pati na ang love story nila ng kanyang hubby ay ikukuwento niya sa isang masayang chikahan, dito lang sa latest episode ng Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 09, 2024•35 min
