#SafeHouse | As the year turns, political pundit Ronald Llamas lays down what he calls his New Year’s resolution for the government: real accountability and real reform.

Llamas says public outrage will only grow if no “big fish” are jailed and if the proposed Anti-Dynasty Bill remains watered down. He explains why symbolic gestures are no longer enough, why January is critical, and how failure to act could push public anger beyond previous limits.

#TheViewFromManila | Leloy Claudio dives deep into the roots of corruption, the impunity that fuels it, and how the Philippines must break free from its economic mismanagement. From the dangerous legacy of neoliberalism to the urgent need for an industrial policy that taps into the country’s untapped potential, Claudio calls for a radical shift toward prosperity. Is it time to rethink history and create a new economic future?

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Lawyer-stand-up comedian and political analyst Atty. Edward Chico joins Jojo A. for a no-holds-barred talk on why “comedy is truth without violence,” how social media echo chambers fuel outrage and fake news, and why a case built on documents and electronic evidence can get complicated when a key witness—like Secretary Cabral—dies.

#TheMensRoom | UAAP champion Jacob Cortez talks about the “shot of a lifetime” and the Janno Gibbs look-alike memes—“You had to Google me, didn’t you?”—as the hosts joke about the resemblance. Plus, Chavit Singson weighs in on his interest in Miss Universe, why “unfair” daw kung walang translator, his take on judges, and his promise of a January “pasabog.” Also discussed: VBank, “silent majority,” and “Better to be a kingmaker than a king.”

#ThoughtLeaders | Dr. James Rouse explains why wellness should be “balance versus abstinence,” how dopamine makes phones addictive, and why small “fitness snacks” can improve mood, metabolism, and resilience—especially during the holidays. #OneNews #Long Conversation

#SafeHouse | What starts as Christmas Eve banter — “Peace on Earth” and “Paskong Pasko eh” — turns into a sharp political metaphor. Ronald Llamas and the panel talk about light in dark times, a government “naliligaw na landas,” and why the country needs a compass to know where it’s headed.

#TheViewFromManila | Political analysts Ederson Tapia and Gary Dionisio join Richard Heydarian to dissect the country’s shifting power landscape — from why President Marcos may be “safe for the Christmas season” to the political risks waiting in early 2026. The discussion tackles the impeachment clock on VP Sara Duterte, the credibility of recent exposés, the missing money trail in corruption cases, the future of the ICI, and whether anti-dynasty bills signal real reform or performative politics amid public anger over flood control funds.

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Former Department of Finance Usec. and UP professor Cielo Magno weighs in on what she calls the “most corrupt” 2025 budget—and why the 2026 process, not necessarily the numbers, is the real battleground. From the push to keep BICAM open to questions on DPWH’s credibility, “ghost projects,” and the controversial expansion of MAIFIP vs. PhilHealth, Magno argues the public must demand transparency, access to data, and accountability—especially for the “big fish.”

#ThoughtLeaders | CDO Foodsphere Pres. & CEO Jerome Ong says inflation continues to pressure margins, forcing companies to innovate through AI, automation, and sharper forecasting. He also explains how Gen Z and millennial demand for healthier, affordable food is reshaping the local food industry. #OneNews #Long Conversation

#SafeHouse | Political pundit Ronald Llamas argues that a BBM–Yellow alignment — uncomfortable as it may be — could be politically inevitable heading into 2028. With the race shaping up as a one-on-one, Llamas says survival, not ideology, will drive alliances, raising the question: could a “UniTeam 2.0” actually happen?

#TheViewFromManila | Investment banker and Maharlika Investment Fund independent director Stephen CuUnjieng returns to Richard Heydarian for a wide-ranging conversation on why “anti-corruption” and “unity” rhetoric keeps winning—while competence and long-term policy lose. From why government spending still drives short-term growth to the myth of a “demographic dividend,” and why top talent is pushed out by an anti-excellence culture, CuUnjieng argues the real fix is incentives: meritocracy, competitive pay, and zero tolerance for incompetence.

#PolitikaAllTheWay | WR Numero President and CEO Cleve Arguelles breaks down why power, popularity, and impunity don’t last forever in Philippine politics.

From Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s alleged hiding, to the Duterte camp’s shrinking space outside Mindanao, and President Bongbong Marcos’ lowest ratings so far — Arguelles explains why elections are “math,” why accountability matters, and why 2028 could define not just leaders, but Filipinos’ daily lives and the country’s place in the world.

#TheMensRoom | Romnick Sarmenta explains why he refuses to campaign for anyone and why he won’t support celebrity candidates: for him, voting is personal — even his kids are told to study candidates and decide for themselves.

He also looks back on his That’s Entertainment days and Kuya Germs’ no-drama rule, how he was discovered as a child star at 4 years old, his “Ding” era in Darna, his life as a communications professor, and finally, his clarification on Sheryl Cruz.

#ThoughtLeaders | UN Young Champion of the Earth and Cacao Project founder Louise Mabulo shares how regenerative agroforestry, ancestral wisdom and technology are helping smallholder farmers move from survival to truly thriving — while inspiring the next generation to see agriculture as profitable, dignified and future-ready. #OneNews #Long Conversation

#SafeHouse | “Ronald, bakit wala ka? May ubo ka ba?”

One News editors poke fun at Ronald Llamas’ absence while dissecting the viral “ubo” incident involving former Comelec commissioner Rowena Guanzon — from cough etiquette and “cover your mouth” to what really counts as basic courtesy in public spaces. The panel then pivots to “slow news day” drama, online overreactions, and how small confrontations keep turning into national talking points.

#PolitikaAllTheWay | Jimmy Bondoc reveals that VP Sara “didn’t like” the calls for President Bongbong Marcos to resign, saying she preferred letting the administration finish its term. The episode also dives into his views on the ICC case against former President Duterte, alleged legislative corruption in the national budget, the growing secession sentiment in Mindanao, and why he believes Philippine politics is suffering from “mental inundation.”

#TheMensRoom | “Ayoko na. I don't want this life anymore.” Enrique Gil opens up about nearly walking away from showbiz after the pandemic — and how family, creative freedom, and producing eventually pulled him back.He also talks about his horror project shot in Taiwan (“Huwag niyong panoorin mag-isa”), the deeper comedy behind I Am Not Big Bird, why he avoids artists with bad attitudes on set, and the long-awaited return to teleseryes with Andrea Brillantes.

#ThoughtLeaders | DEPDEV Usec. Rosemarie G. Edillon explains how innovation, data governance, and stronger accountability systems can restore trust and drive long-term development. Filipinovation awardee Vanessa Villanueva-Popillo shows how virtual training and IP-driven solutions can scale nationwide. #OneNews #LongConversation

#SafeHouse | Ronald Llamas argues that the DTI Secretary’s controversial ₱500 Christmas challenge derailed the administration’s anti-corruption momentum, saying the clarification “was not a good idea” and only fueled public frustration. He explains why Pres. Bongbong Marcos must act, how the rallies reveal fractured messaging, and why January could bring a sharper political backlash.

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#PolitikaAllTheWay | Atty. Erin Tañada explains why the impeachment case against VP Sara Duterte must proceed, why the public deserves to hear the full evidence, and how the confidential funds issue and flood control scandal sharpen calls for accountability. He also lays out what this means for the political landscape heading into 2028.