The gripping story of a Yolanda survivor who turned activist | Part 1

Joanna Sustento-Bacsa lost five members of her family during super typhoon Yolanda, holding on to her mother before the storm surge forced her to let go.

A traumatized survivor, Joanna decided to devote her life to making people aware of the effects of climate change.

In one of the most riveting episodes of this podcast, Joanna recalls that tragic day in November 2013 when the water suddenly entered their home and engulfed her family.

She suprises Howie by telling him that watching his documentary, "Climate Justice," turned her into a climate activist, the kind who would protest alone in front of the office of a major oil company. She wielded a poster of young nephew, still missing after being swept away by the storm, until police led her away.

Producer: Aubrey Delos Reyes

Researcher: MJ Cerillo

Editor: Jayr Magtoto

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