Ask Theory

Mikael Angelo Francisco
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Hosted by Pinoy science journalist Mikael Angelo Francisco, the Ask Theory Podcast shines the spotlight on science in and for the Philippines. From fascinating stories of Filipino scientists to urgent science-related issues that require serious attention, Ask Theory emphasizes the undeniable connections between science and society - and the importance of staying curious.

  1. MAY 5

    162: [Debunking Medical Misinformation - 2 of 2] Can We Really Change People's Minds About Health Scams? (with Dr. Adam Smith)

    Dr. Adam Smith, more popularly known as Doc Adam, is a British-Australian medical doctor and social media content creator who debunks medical misinformation and discusses medical-related problems that are relevant to Filipinos. In 2025, he published a book called "Quacks," detailing what he calls his "journey through Filipino health scams." We talked about changing the minds of health scam victims, the white savior complex and Pinoybaiting, Pinoy doctors on social media, the attention span of today's social media users, the first step an ordinary person can take to fight health scams, and more. FULL TRANSCRIPT OF EPISODE 161: https://www.flipscience.ph/podcast/ask-theory-podcast-161-162-debunking-medical-misinformation-doc-adam Follow Doc Adam: YouTube: @DrAdamSmith Facebook: fb.com/DocAdamSmith X/Twitter: @docadamsmith Instagram: @docadamsmith Get a copy of Doc Adam's book, "Quacks: My Journey Through Filipino Health Scams," here - https://www.quacks.ph/

    20 min

  2. MAY 5

    161: [Debunking Medical Misinformation - 1 of 2] Why Are There So Many Health Scams In The Philippines? (with Dr. Adam Smith)

    Dr. Adam Smith, more popularly known as Doc Adam, is a British-Australian medical doctor and social media content creator who debunks medical misinformation and discusses medical-related problems that are relevant to Filipinos. In 2025, he published a book called "Quacks," detailing what he calls his "journey through Filipino health scams." We talked about how serious the problem of medical misinformation in the Philippines really is, why there are so many health scams and scammers in the Philippines, an alarming observation about journalists in the Philippines, how the ordinary Filipino can avoid getting scammed, how to talk about possible medical scams without getting sued, and more. FULL TRANSCRIPT OF EPISODE 161: https://www.flipscience.ph/podcast/ask-theory-podcast-161-162-debunking-medical-misinformation-doc-adam Follow Doc Adam: YouTube: @DrAdamSmith Facebook: fb.com/DocAdamSmith X/Twitter: @docadamsmith Instagram: @docadamsmith Get a copy of Doc Adam's book, "Quacks: My Journey Through Filipino Health Scams," here - https://www.quacks.ph/

    24 min

  3. FEB 27

    160: [Healthy Food Options] Bakit Mahirap Mamili Ng "Healthy" Na Pagkain? (with Kristine Jane Atienza)

    In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, licensed nutritionist-dietitian Kristine Jane Atienza talks about making better food purchasing decisions, misconceptions about nutrition, front-of-pack warning labels (FOPWLs), and more. This episode was supported by a media fellowship from ImagineLaw, Inc. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the views of ImagineLaw.

    15 min

  4. FEB 27

    159: [Diabetes] Asukal Lang Ba Ang Sanhi Ng Diabetes? (with Dr. Aurora Macaballug)

    In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, Dr. Aurora Macaballug, President of the Philippine College of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism (PCEDM), talks about the link between diabetes and diet, the prevalence of diabetes in the Philippines, the struggles of patients with diabetes, the challenges of making well-informed food purchasing decisions, and more. How to contact Dr. Aurora: Facebook: fb.com/agmacaballugmd How to contact PCEDM: Facebook: fb.com/filipinoendocrinologists Twitter: @pcedm_ph Instagram: @pcedm_ph This episode was supported by a media fellowship from ImagineLaw, Inc. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the views of ImagineLaw.

    27 min

  5. 04/26/2024

    158: [Domestic Cat Predation] Dapat Bang Hayaang Makalabas Ang Mga Alagang Pusa? (with Frances Mae Tenorio)

    In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, Frances Mae Tenorio talks about domestic cat predation, the problem of invasive species, responsible pet ownership, and more. Learn about her study on domestic cat predation here: https://www.flipscience.ph/plants-and-animals/domestic-cats-mt-makiling-forest-reserve/ This episode was made possible by the British Council Philippines, the United Kingdom’s international organization for cultural relations and educational opportunities. Now on its fourth year, the British Council is accepting applicants for its Women in STEM Scholarship programme. For more information, visit the British Council Women in STEM website: https://www.britishcouncil.ph/study-uk/women-in-STEM #WomenInSTEM #STEMHasNoLimits

    34 min

  6. 04/19/2024

    157: [AUDIO ESSAY] Of Six-Eyed Spiders And Taxonomic Tasks

    Inside a small, stuffy cave in Batangas, researchers found a species of spider that has never been recorded in the Philippines before—a discovery with potential impacts on environmental policy and local tourism. This episode is an audio adaptation of the following article: https://www.flipscience.ph/plants-and-animals/recluse-spiders-taxonomy/ Episode 157 of the Ask Theory podcast was made possible by the British Council Philippines, the United Kingdom’s international organization for cultural relations and educational opportunities. Now on its fourth year, the British Council is accepting applicants for its Women in STEM Scholarship programme. For more information, visit the British Council Women in STEM website: https://www.britishcouncil.ph/study-uk/women-in-STEM #WomenInSTEM #STEMHasNoLimits

    18 min

  7. 04/12/2024

    156: [Pertussis] Pertussis O “Whooping Cough”: Panibagong COVID Nga Ba? (with Dr. Chenery Ann Lim)

    In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, Dr. Chenery Ann Lim of Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders talks about what pertussis or "whooping cough" is, why pertussis is dangerous, who is most at risk of contracting pertussis, how to mitigate the spread of pertussis, attitudes toward infectious disease prevention, and more. To learn more or to contact the MSF team, visit: https://doctorswithoutborders-apac.org/en/about-us/contact-us This episode was made possible by the British Council Philippines, the United Kingdom’s international organization for cultural relations and educational opportunities. Now on its fourth year, the British Council is accepting applicants for its Women in STEM Scholarship programme. For more information, visit the British Council Women in STEM website: https://www.britishcouncil.ph/study-uk/women-in-STEM #WomenInSTEM #STEMHasNoLimits

    27 min

  8. 04/05/2024

    155: [Methanol Poisoning] Ano Ang “Gin Bulag,” At Bakit Ito Delikado? (with Dr. Chenery Ann Lim)

    In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, Dr. Chenery Ann Lim of Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders talks about the basics of methanol poisoning, the origin of the term "gin bulag," how Philippine media practitioners talk about methanol poisoning, the difference between methanol poisoning and excessive alcohol consumption, what to do if you suspect you have methanol poisoning, and more. To learn more or to contact the MSF team, visit: https://doctorswithoutborders-apac.org/en/about-us/contact-us This episode was made possible by the British Council Philippines, the United Kingdom’s international organization for cultural relations and educational opportunities. Now on its fourth year, the British Council is accepting applicants for its Women in STEM Scholarship programme. For more information, visit the British Council Women in STEM website: https://www.britishcouncil.ph/study-uk/women-in-STEM #WomenInSTEM #STEMHasNoLimits

    32 min
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Hosted by Pinoy science journalist Mikael Angelo Francisco, the Ask Theory Podcast shines the spotlight on science in and for the Philippines. From fascinating stories of Filipino scientists to urgent science-related issues that require serious attention, Ask Theory emphasizes the undeniable connections between science and society - and the importance of staying curious.

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  • Creator
    Mikael Angelo Francisco
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    162
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mikael Angelo Francisco
  • Show Website
    Ask Theory