After changing careers, moving back home, battling cancer and so much more, Rita Nazareno has no regrets. In fact, she'll say this is the happiest she’s ever been. An Emmy Award-winning Television Creative Services Producer, she later on became Creative Director of ZACARIAS 1925, a Philippine brand specializing in hand-woven bags and home accessories. She is also a part of the Nazareno/Lichauco duo, known for their innovative and playful approach to furniture and interior design. Get to know her on this episode of Power Talks with Pia Arcangel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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National Artist Fides Cuyugan Asensio’s legacy to Philippine Opera
“I have too many guilty pleasures.” Known as the Grand Dame of Philippine Opera, Professor Emeritus Fides Cuyugan-Asensio looks back on her bright and colorful career as distinguished coloratura soprano, librettist, director and educator. Does she have any regrets? Pia Arcangel interviews a truly remarkable artist in this episode of Power Talks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What makes a design truly unforgettable? Pia Arcangel takes us inside the fascinating mind of industrial designer, CEO and Creative Director Kenneth Cobonpue whose work has won multiple international and local awards including the Pratt Legends Award by the Pratt Institute, the first Designer of the Year Award by Maison et Objet Asia and the first Gawad CCP Para sa Sining Award for Design. Time Magazine called him “rattan’s great virtuoso.” This episode reveals inspiring stories from his formative years and his approach to transforming natural materials into stunning, sculptural pieces that are as much art as they are furniture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mae Layug-Madriñan is slaying the Filipino beauty industry with GRWM | Power Talks with Pia Arcangel
It's giving young and empowered! Get ready to be inspired by the story of Mae Layug-Madriñan, founder and CEO of Get Ready With Me (GRWM) Cosmetics. Mae shares her journey from nurse to beauty content creator to CEO! She opens up about her inspirations and dreams of making Filipino beauty or F-beauty more inclusive. Discover how she built a sustainable, community-first makeup brand that’s redefining local beauty standards, only here on Power Talks with Pia Arcangel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jerry Acuzar of Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar builds with passion
Name your dream home — may it be modern, colonial-inspired, or even future-proof, this man has seen and done it all. For today's guest, we welcome real estate magnate and the man behind New San Jose Builders, the famed Las Casa Filipinas de Acuzar, and currently the Presidential Adviser for Pasig River Rehabilitation, Mr. Jerry Acuzar. From his humble beginnings to his never ending thirst for personal improvement, let’s listen in on this insightful conversation, and pick up a thing or two about real estate investing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Power Talks with Pia Arcangel is an interview podcast where award-winning broadcast journalist Pia Arcangel sits down with some of the biggest movers and shakers of Philippine society today. From business moguls and tech pioneers to celebrated artists and industry disruptors, Power Talks delves deep into the pivotal moments, personal experiences, setbacks, and values that shape these leaders' perspectives—as well as what drives their success.With candid conversations and insightful storytelling, Pia uncovers what it truly means to hold power and influence in today’s world.Produced by GMA Integrated News Digital Strategy and Innovation Lab (DigiLab), with new episodes dropping every Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all GMA Integrated News social media platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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