[B-SIDE Podcast] Philippines, Taiwan, and the uncertain future

https://open.spotify.com/episode/20tNkdoEefKAsbuTptspE3?si=OR1mD-_XSlm_ZRYggeTg-Q Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side The Philippines is so close to Taiwan that, as the old joke suggests, one could swim across the Bashi Channel...

[B-SIDE Podcast] SMEs and the growing risks of cyberattacks

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1GHdgdsAsqY4ZnZr9SeIHg?si=-kxlYqA7SLGJFearXUBooA Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) face cyberattack risks due to their less advanced technologies, making them susceptible to breaches. Many of...

[B-SIDE Podcast] Augmenting human capabilities and creativity with generative AI

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0FCVHwIV7tffVstzj69W3D?si=nOy8np7EQcGW5l33rx5VcA Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side The constant pursuit of innovation is a testament to human’s inherent curiosity and creativity. With the advancement of technology, people...

[B-Side Podcast] Destigmatizing mental health discussions in the workplace

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6lRS5twMa1UopfFowwoeOV Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side Breaking down the stigma surrounding discussions about mental health challenges is crucial, especially in workplaces where employees might be hesitant...

[B-Side Podcast] The case for growing vegetables in one’s backyard

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5wfFE34KqaFjyMXcXunizv?si=NOr4Pw6LTke5Cxf6ylAglg&nd=1&dlsi=d14f8840e0e74d52 Home gardening has benefits beyond the purpose of serving as a diversion from the pandemic. In this B-Side episode, multimedia producer Patricia Mirasol speaks with Ma....

[B-SIDE Podcast] Monopolized power and election-related violence in the Philippines

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3YWhh3ZTcjhwLCwZGLV8GD?si=-YaZC5CoQgaya4leYX4d7g Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side Elections in the Philippines have evolved into brutal political competitions over the years, with the persistent claims of general peace...

[B-SIDE Podcast] Understanding the risks posed by fake and low-quality drugs

https://open.spotify.com/episode/10HmRwRyxGyeRQXJK4mCU9?si=qXNC5xeDTV2NnKl7PXg15A Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side Fake and low-quality medicines have become more common and are being sold at lower prices through online platforms. In this B-Side...

[B-SIDE Podcast] The repayment slowdown: Insights on Filipino debt trends

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0DE0dKpn8eMMVewkgKTqdJ?si=U23zrCUST-qMFJMpMqUcrQ Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side As household savings were depleted during the pandemic, more Filipinos relied on credit to manage their daily expenses. Now, with the...

[B-SIDE Podcast] How can Philippines restore Manila Bay?

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1HhPyPsOty4PFztAMAAGPn?si=lVmiEkYLSxSedjbdEHYujw Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side Manila Bay has been exposed to rapid urbanization over the years and is now in need of rehabilitation. In this B-Side...

[B-Side Podcast] Future-proofing Philippine education with technology

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Cq6v9Rapur8HqDQF2hZWg?si=ujgCrE9TSna86IHhyb7y6g&nd=1 Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side The Philippine education sector must maintain the strides it has made in technology adoption to upgrade teaching methods and prepare...

[B-SIDE Podcast] Divorce in the PHL: Reimagining Filipino norms and values

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4itQBZNfsWH16VpYWc9QZy?si=zHVu06B4RGGU-gTW1b0laQ Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side Divorce is quite a taboo topic in the predominantly Catholic Philippines. Lobbying for divorce has mapped its way into Filipinos’...

[B-SIDE Podcast] Steering clear of financial predators: Lessons for PHL MSMEs from Mongolia

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AnxsxQwA5tXmX87TG4cwT?si=-X9kzDJ_Qx-EVZC0zXUiUg   Follow us on Spotify BusinessWorld B-Side Loan sharks, or informal lenders, exploit small businesses with exorbitant interest rates. In this B-Side episode, Baasandorj Davaasuren, chief business development...