Facts First with Christian Esguerra

Christian Esguerra sits down with Rep. Benny Abante on the Senate testimony of police colonel Hector Grijaldo.

Listen to this discussion on how some senators defended Rodrigo Duterte during the hearing on the former president's drug war.

Christian Esguerra speaks with Sonny Trillanes on the appearance of Rodrigo Duterte in the Senate inquiry into the former president's drug war.

Christian Esguerra speaks with Rep. Dan Fernandez about the allegations made in a Senate hearing by police colonel Hector Grijaldo.

Listen to our episode with political communication strategist Alan German on the viral video showing President Marcos Jr. seemingly clueless about what to do in connection with the devastation wrought by storm Kristine.

Listen to our discussion with Rep. Dan Fernandez, chair of the House Committee on Public Order, about the latest Quad Committee hearing.''

Christian Esguerra sits down with Rep. Benny Abante on the new findings at the Quad Committee hearing.

Are congressmen afraid of Rodrigo Duterte? Rep. Robert Ace Barbers joins Christian Esguerra in this episode.

This episode talks about police colonel Jovie Espenido's admission that, like Kerwin Espinosa, he had been instructed to link Leila De Lima to illegal drugs.

Why hold a press conference in the first place? What was VP Sara Duterte up to?

This episode looks into the actual survey numbers ahead of the 2022 presidential election.

What was VP Sara Duterte up to with her controversial press conference?

Rep. Joel Chua joins Christian Esguerra in this discussion on the COA's findings on how VP Sara Duterte spent her confidential funds.

Sonny Trillanes talks about Sen. Bato dela Rosa's push to suddenly probe Duterte's drug war, which he implemented as PNP chief.

Christian Esguerra talks with retired Supreme Court Senior Associate Justice, a petitioner in the new case questioning the transfer of P89.9 billion in PhilHealth funds.

How strong is the case being prepared by the PAOCC against Harry Roque?

This episode looks into the results of a recent survey about how Filipinos feel about pro-China candidates.

Is it time to file criminal charges against Rodrigo Duterte here in the Philippines?

Listen to our episode with Rep. Benny Abante on the explosive testimony of ex-PCSO general manager Royina Garma.

Christian Esguerra interviews Rep. Robert Ace Barbers on the bombshell testimony of Royina Garma versus Rodrigo Duterte and Sen. Bong Go.

Leila De Lima talks about Kerwin Espinosa's admission that he was coerced by then PNP chief Ronald dela Rosa to link her to illegal drugs.

Christian Esguerra speaks with former PCGG Commissioner Ruben Carranza.

Christian Esguerra speaks with PAOCC spokesman Winston Casio about the arrest of a POGO "big boss."

Is Willie Revillame's "good heart" enough to make him win and, more importantly, be a competent senator?

Why did former COA Commissioner Heidi Mendoza decide to run for senator in 2025?

Are the Dutertes in danger of losing Davao City in the 2025 elections?

Why is the former president seeking to reclaim the Davao City mayoralty, which is currently held by his son Sebastian?

Alice Guo's lawyer says the dismissed mayor will seek reelection in 2025. Will she actually do it?

Actress-turned-public servant Vilma Santos has been roundly criticized for seeking a gubernatorial post while her two sons are also running for Congress in 2025.

Ano'ng "K" ng mga social media content creators para tumakbo sa pagka-senador at iba pangn posisyon sa May 2025 elections?

This episode talks about the crucial testimony of a police colonel against former PCSO general manager Royina Garma on the murder of PCSO board secretary Wesley Barayuga.

Let's talk about the strengths and vulnerabilities of senatorial candidates in the 2025 elections, and the value of surveys.

Why did Chel Diokno opt to run for party-list representative instead of senator?

What will happen now to Sen. Imee Marcos as an "independent" candidate in 2025?

Christian Esguerra sits down with Rep. Johnny Pimentel, who described a former police colonel close to Rodrigo Duterte as a "ruthless killer."

Listen to our episode with Rep. Joel Chua on the allegation made by a former education undersecretary against Vice President Sara Duterte.

Christian Esguerra sits down with a former Duterte official, who asked the Supreme Court to disbar Harry Roque.

Listen to our one-on-one interview with former Sen. Sonny Trillanes.

What's with the Leni-Sara meeting in Naga City?

Listen to our one-on-one interview with former Sen. Leila De Lima.

Why are congressmen treating Harry Roque as a fugitive?

Political campaign strategist Alan German joins Christian Esguerra in this discussion on the furious back-and-forth between Duterte and Marcos supporters online.

Former COA Commissioner Heidi Mendoza and Christian Esguerra talk about the ethical and legal issues involved in the lavish birthday party thrown by "friends" for President Marcos Jr.

Christian Esguerra sits down with Rep. Robert Ace Barbers on the congressional investigation into Duterte's drug war.

Listen to our episode with Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian.

Congressmen want to reduce Duterte's 2025 budget by more than P1 billion. Is this warranted?

Former Sen. Sonny Trillanes says he's ready to file an impeachment case against Sara Duterte if congressmen won't make a move in the coming days.

This episode looks into the attitude of VP Sara Duterte toward congressional scrutiny of her budget.

Did she finally tell the truth? Not really, says PAOCC spokesman Winston Casio.

This episode looks into possible charges to be filed against people who helped Apollo Quiboloy evade arrest.

How significant was the arrest of fugitive Apollo Quiboloy?

Watch our episode on criticisms of the way certain Philippine officials treated Alice Guo with fetching her from Indonesia.

Was Cassandra Li Ong getting the better of congressmen in the Quad Com hearing on POGO syndicates?

Christian Esguerra speaks with PAOCC spokesman Winston Casio about the arrest of Alice Guo.

Christian Esguerra sits down with former COA Commissioner Heidi Mendoz and public budget reform advocate Zy-za Nadine Suzara.

Christian Esguerra is joined by Barry Gutierrez and Ronald Llamas in this episode.

Listen to our episode with PAOCC spokesman Winston Casio

Christian Esguerra sits down with Ronald Llamas.

Former Sen. Richard Gordon says Rodrigo Duterte should be included in the case over the transfer of P41-billion DOH fund to the PS-DBM at the height of the pandemic.

Christian Esguerra speaks with Rep. Robert Ace Barbers, chair of the House Committee on Dangerous Drugs.

Christian Esguerra speaks with former COA Commissioner Heidi Mendoza.

Christian Esguerra speaks with Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong, who has been tasked to defend the Vice President's proposed P2-billion budget for 2025 in plenary. Can he convince his colleagues to grant the budget after her behavior during the budget hearing?

Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian provides updates on Alice Guo and the Senate investigation into POGOs.

Christian Esguerra sits down with Manila Rep. Benny Abante, who talked about the Vice President's combative attitude during the budget hearing in Congress.

This episode tackles the Philippine vice president's rude behavior while presenting her proposed 2025 budget before congressmen.

This episode looks into the testimony of Shielo Guo in the Senate investigation into POGO syndicates.

Christian Esguerra sits down with Rep. Rodge Gutierrez, a first-term congressman who's gone viral online for his incisive questions during the congressional investigation into POGO syndicates.

Listen to our episode with lawyer Barry Gutierrez and Ronald Llamas, standard-bearer of the Point-6 Movement.

What's the basis of the talk of a looming impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte?

Congresswoman Gerville Luistro talks about the 'Quad Comm' inquiry into POGOs, including questions on Harry Roque's wealth.

Christian Esguerra speaks with Winston Casio, spokesman of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission, on the search for Alice Guo, who had slipped out of the Philippines.

Listen to this one-on-one interview with former Sen. Sonny Trillanes.

Sen. Risa Hontiveros talks about Vice President Sara Duterte's outburst when asked about the P10 million she was seeking for a children's book bearing her name.

Vice President Sara Duterte launched into a political tirade when asked by Sen. Risa Hontiveros about what her children's book -- which she wanted government funding worth P10 million -- was all about.

How will Philippine authorities catch Alice Guo?

Is witness Jimmy Guban credible? Listen to our interview with Rep. Robert Ace Barbers.

Winston Casio, spokesman of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission, talks about efforts to identify the complex network of POGO syndicates in the Philippines.

Listen to our discussion with economist Cielo Magno on the problem with the transfer of P89.9 billion in "excess" PhilHealth funds

Meet Batangas congresswoman Gerville Luistro, who went viral for her sharp questions that cornered lawyer Harry Roque during the congressional investigation into POGO syndicates.

This episode with PR specialist Alan German talks about ways to better handle the family drama surrounding Paris Olympics double-gold medalist Carlos Yulo.

A recent survey showed an increase in the number of Filipinos identifying themselves as pro-Marcos while the number of Duterte supporters supposedly decreased. But are these the only choices?

The spokesman of the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission explains why former Duterte spokesman Harry Roque will be among those to be charged in connection with the government's investigation into POGO syndicates.

Christian Esguerra sits down with corporate and trial lawyer Enrique "Buko" dela Cruz on the possible charges that former Duterte spokesman Harry Roque can face in connection with his alleged involvement in POGO syndicates.

Dr. Tony Leachon, a public health reform advocate, explains everything that's wrong with transferring close to P90 billion from the Philippine Health Insurance Corp.

Are preparations underway to push Sen. Risa Hontiveros for president in 2028?

Catch this episode with former Sen. Antonio Trillanes.

PAOCC spokesman Winston Casio explains how authorities learned that the house in Tuba, Benguet -- where a Chinese fugitive and another Chinese national were arrested -- was "owned" by former Duterte spokesman Harry Roque.

Why does Sara Duterte have a special police security detail in the first place when there was the old Presidential Security Group?

Public budget analyst Zy-za Suzara reveals the enormous budget allocated for flood control projects over the years. But are ordinary Filipinos enjoying their supposed benefits?

Christian Esguerra speaks with Prof. Mahar Lagmay, executive director of the UP Resiliency Institute and NOAH Center.

Listen to this comprehensive discussion on how the Marcos administration should implement the total ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO).

Christian Esguerra sits down with a Carlos Nazareno of democracy.net.ph on the fake video of BBM being circulated online by Duterte supporters.

In this riot of an episode, Christian Esguerra assembled the following Facts First regulars for a post-SONA special: Cielo Magno, Ronnie Holmes, Alan German, and Ronald Llamas

Christian Esguerra speaks with Ronald Llamas and economist Cielo Magno on the eve of President Bongbong Marcos Jr.'s SONA.

This episode talks about President Marcos Jr.'s upcoming State of the Nation Address. amid the political noise coming mainly from what used to be his "uniteam" with Vice President Sara Duterte.

Christian Esguerra sits down with political science professor Julio Teehankee on an actor-turned-senator's push to ban political dynasties in the Philippines.

Christian Esguerra sits down with lawyer Michael Henry Yusingco of the Ateneo Policy Center on the upcoming State of the Nation Address of President Marcos Jr.

This is a big issue that people should understand. We spoke with former finance undersecretary Cielo Magno.

Christian Esguerra is joined by campaign strategist Alan German, political pundit Ronald Llamas, and pollster and political science professor Ronnie Holmes in this riot of an episode.