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EPISODE 141: “No Noon Break” Policy and the Courts

𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 to reflect the Supreme Court’s February 25, 2025 Resolution which partly granted Judge Myla M. Villavicencio-Olan’s Motion for Reconsideration. Originally posted on October 30, 2026. When does a court's violation of the government's No Noon Break" policy warrant administrative liability for judges and court personnel? How does this translate to accountability and maintaining public trust in the Judiciary? Listen to the #SupremeCourtPH Podcast with guest Court of Appeals (CA) Associate Justice Myra V. Garcia Fernandez, Chairperson of the Legal Writing, Research, and Methodology Department of the Philippine Judicial Academy. The Chairperson of the CA 4th Division, Justice Garcia Fernandez served as an Examiner in Legal Ethics and Practical Exercises during the 2016 Bar Examinations and in Remedial Law, Legal and Judicial Ethics with Practical Exercises during the 2025 Bar Examinations. She also previously held judicial posts at the Metropolitan Trial Court and the Regional Trial Court, both in Manila, and is a law professor. Supreme Court Chief Communications Officer Atty. Mike Navallo and Justice Garcia Fernandez discuss the “No Noon Break” policy of government offices within the context of the case of 𝘖𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘈𝘥𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘷. 𝘑𝘶𝘥𝘨𝘦 𝘝𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘰-𝘖𝘭𝘢𝘯, AM No. RTJ-23-040. This decision was penned by Supreme Court Associate Justice Samuel H. Guerlan and promulgated by the 𝘌𝘯 𝘉𝘢𝘯𝘤 on June 25, 2024.
1 day ago

Quid Pro Millions

The Supreme Court’s astonishingly narrow interpretation of corruption in campaign contributions, and why the trouble of money in politics goes beyond Citizens United. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
22 May

EPISODE 118: Determining the Absence of Consent of a Deaf Person in Rape Cases

In rape cases, how crucial is the non-consensual nature of the sexual act in determining whether it constitutes a crime and whether reasonable doubt exists? Can a deaf person be expected to give full consent to a sexual act? Listen to the #SupremeCourtPH Podcast with guest Judge Remiebel U. Mondia of the Pasay City Regional Trial Court, Branch 110. A Filipino Sign Language interpreter, Judge Mondia is a member of the Technical Working Group of the Supreme Court that drafted the Rules on Filipino Sign Language Interpreting in the Judiciary. Judge Mondia is currently a Board Member and Legal Head of the Philippine Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf. Supreme Court Chief Communications Officer Atty. Mike Navallo and Judge Mondia discuss the fundamental role of consent in sexual acts and its impact on establishing the guilt beyond reasonable doubt within the context of the case of People of the Philippines v. San Pedro, G.R. No. 219850. This Decision was penned by Associate Justice Samuel H. Gaerlan and decided by the Supreme Court First Division on July 14, 2021.
25 Sept

EPISODE 136: Chat Logs as Evidence in Court

Does the use of online chat logs and videos as evidence in court proceedings violate the right to privacy? Listen to the #SupremeCourtPH Podcast with guest Judge Janice L. Andrade-Udarbe, Presiding Judge of the Regional Trial Court, Branch 57, Lucena City, Quezon, and Acting Presiding Judge of Pasig City RTC Branch 161. Judge Andrade-Udarbe is also Professorial Lecturer at the Philippine Judicial Academy, an MCLE Lecturer, a law professor, Bar reviewer, and author of law books. Supreme Court Chief Communications Officer Atty. Mike Navallo and Judge Andrade-Udarbe discuss the use of online chat logs and videos as evidence vis-à-vis the right to privacy, within the context of the case of 𝘗𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘷. 𝘌𝘶𝘭 𝘝𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘖. 𝘙𝘰𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘶𝘦𝘻, G.R. No. 263603. This Decision was penned by then Associate Justice Mario V. Lopez and promulgated by the Supreme Court Second Division on October 9, 2023.
18 Sept

EPISODE 135: Custody, Compromise, and the Best Interest of the Child

Can a trial court issue a provisional custody order based solely on a parental compromise agreement without conducting a full-blown trial? In child custody cases, are courts bound by what parents agree on, or does the best interest of the child always come first? Listen to the #SupremeCourtPH Podcast with guest Court of Appeals Associate Justice Emily L. San Gaspar-Gito. She is a member of the Family Law and Civil Law Departments of the Philippine Judicial Academy, as well as the Court of Appeals Committee on Rules and the Supreme Court Committee on Family Courts and Juvenile Concerns. She is also a law professor and Bar reviewer. Supreme Court Chief Communications Officer Atty. Mike Navallo and Justice San Gaspar-Gito discuss parental compromise agreements and the best interest of the child in custody cases within the context of the case of Empuerto v. Cabrillos, GR No. 268979. This decision was penned by Senior Associate Justice Marvic M.V.F. Leonen and promulgated by the Supreme Court Second Division on February 5, 2025.
24 Apr

EPISODE 114: Criminal Acquittal and Civil Tax Liability

Does the acquittal of an accused in a criminal tax case automatically extinguish civil liability for deficiency taxes or relieve the taxpayer of the obligation to pay unpaid taxes? Listen to the #SupremeCourtPH Podcast with guest Atty. Maria Gracia M. Pulido-Tan, a Member of the Taxation Law Department of the Philippine Judicial Academy. A Certified Public Accountant, Atty. Pulido-Tan is the first woman Chairperson of the Philippine Commission on Audit (2011-2015). She also served as a Commissioner of the Presidential Commission on Good Government (2002-2003), and as Undersecretary of the Department of Finance (2003-2005). Supreme Court Chief Communications Officer Atty. Mike Navallo and Atty. Pulido-Tan discuss the civil liability of a taxpayer accused for deficiency taxes despite his or her acquittal in a criminal action for violation of tax laws within the context of the case of People of the Philippines v. E & D Parts Supply Inc. and Margaret L. Uy, GR No. 259284. This decision was penned by Associate Justice Mario V. Lopez and decided by the Supreme Court Second Division on January 24, 2024.
19 Jun

EPISODE 122: Beyond Talent Agreements: Claiming the Rights of Regular Employees

In the context of media workers, how does the Court determine whether workers are regular employees or independent contractors? Can workers engaged under Talent Agreements still be considered regular employees? Listen to the #SupremeCourtPH Podcast with guest Atty. Marlon J. Manuel, a Labor Law examiner for the 2022 Bar Examinations and a faculty member of the Ateneo de Manila University (AdMU) School of Law, teaching Labor Law. He is also a Bar Review and Mandatory Continuing Legal Education lecturer at AdMU and previously served as Coordinator of the Alternative Law Groups from 2008-2017. Supreme Court Chief Communications Officer Atty. Mike Navallo and Atty. Manuel discuss regular employees, independent contractors, and talent agreements within the context of the consolidated cases of GMA Network, Inc v. Cabaluna, G.R. No. 250673, and GMA Network, Inc. v. Cabaluna, et al., G.R. No. 254711. This resolution was promulgated by the Court’s Third Division on July 16, 2025.
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Brazil's Elections: Why Lula's Win Matters for Global Security

Dr Daniela Portella Sampaio joins Dr Andrew Gee to discuss the security implications of Brazil's 2026 election and Lula's fourth term. On 25 October 2026, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva narrowly defeated far-right challenger Flávio Bolsonaro to win a fourth term as Brazil's president. Dr Andrew Gee, Director of the International Security Research Group at RUSI, is joined by Dr. Daniela Portella Sampaio, Senior Research Fellow for Latin American Security. They discuss what the result means for international security, for competition between the US and China, and for the fight against organised crime across South America. In this episode: Flávio Bolsonaro's flight to the US while under investigation, and what it means for US–Brazil relations. How Lula's win reshapes US–China competition in Brazil, including the BRICS group of emerging economies and the US dollar. Why Brazil's dominance of critical minerals such as niobium matters for global defence supply chains. Tackling organised crime and drug trafficking across South America. How an opposition-dominated Congress and right-wing state governors could constrain Lula. Strains in Mercosur, South America's main trading bloc. Opportunities for UK–Brazil defence and security cooperation.
1 day ago

From the World's Greatest Ballet Stages Back to Columbia with Joseph Phillips

Columbia shaped Joseph Phillips' love for ballet. The world's greatest stages shaped his career. In this episode of Around Town, @ColaMayor Daniel Rickenmann sits down with Columbia native and Columbia Classical Ballet Artistic Director Joseph Phillips to discuss his remarkable journey from performing with leading ballet companies in San Francisco, Miami, New York, and Russia to returning home with a vision for the next generation of dancers. Joseph shares how his experiences around the world transformed his understanding of ballet, why he believes world-class training should be available right here in Columbia, and how the newly opened Columbia Classical Ballet school is creating new opportunities for young artists without requiring them to leave home. The conversation also explores the discipline behind professional ballet, the importance of inspiring young people, and why Joseph believes Columbia is ready to become a destination for the arts. Learn more about Columbia Classic Ballet at https://columbiaclassicalballet.com.
08/10/2024

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