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PCIJ’s special podcast: Impressions of Davao

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Last October, the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ) and the Kapisanan ng mga Broadkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP) held a training for Mindanao journalists. One outcome of that training is a series of short podcasts on different impressions of Davao City. The series, entitled Impressions of Davao: A Special Podcast, is posted at the PCIJ blog. The topics of the podcasts include the smoking policy in the city, the local music scene, the Philippine Eagle, the durian and the Crocodile Park. So have a taste of what Davao is all about… listen to PCIJ’s special podcast about the city of kings.

Kasagingan

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Mmmaruya Supreme

When people ask me where I go to drink coffee, eat dessert or access WiFi, I often tell them I go to Kasagingan. Most of them think I’m kidding them because they have no idea what or where Kasagingan is. Well, it is a cafe, located at F. Torres Street. It is one of the best coffee places in town, not just because of their great food and coffee, but more so because of the great ambiance.

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The Philippine Eagle Center

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Davao City is known by many people as the home to Mount Apo, Waling-waling and the Philippine Eagle, the country’s national bird. The third is one that symbolizes the plight of the endemic animals of the Philippines. Despite its beauty and ecological value as a bird of prey, it is endangered like many other animals endemic to the Philippines. One the forefront of the protection and conservation of this majestic animal is the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF). PEF is a private, non-stock, non-profit organization aimed at ensuring that the Philippine Eagle continues to survive and thrive in its natural habitat. They have a comprehensive program that has scientific, cultural and educational components.

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