After nearly two years off the airwaves, veteran journalist Niña Corpuz is making a much-anticipated return to radio, bringing her wealth of experience and passion for public service to AM’s Radyo 630. Known for her extensive work in health journalism, Corpuz’s new program, “Nagseserbisyo Niña Corpuz at Migs Bustos,” airs weekdays at 4:30 pm. This return to radio is more than just a comeback; it’s a continuation and expansion of her role as a public servant through media.
Reflecting on her time away from radio, Corpuz expressed a sense of incompleteness. “I watched Zoom interviews and did other shows, but it wasn’t the same,” she admitted at a media conference this week at Seda Vertis North in Quezon City.
“And now, as I go back to my old home, it feels like I am coming full circle,” Corpuz added happily.
This sentiment underpins Corpuz’s excitement about her new program, which goes beyond health reporting to become a comprehensive public service platform tackling a broad spectrum of issues, including education, business and more.
In explaining the program’s expanded scope, she said, “We want to bring the services of the government, groups, or organizations — whether private or public — closer to the people.” This mission is embodied in segments like “KOTD (Kaserbisyo of the Day),” highlighting public servants and private individuals making significant contributions to society. Such segments are designed to empower and inform the audience, a goal she and her co-host, Migs Bustos, are deeply committed to.
“It’s crucial that the information we share is timely and relatable to the citizens,” she emphasized, pointing out that the show covers topics that resonate with the everyday lives of Filipinos, from guides on applying for government loans to interviews with business owners.
The diversity of the program’s content is a testament to Corpuz’s versatility and deep commitment to public service. This dedication is particularly evident in the segment “Doktor Serbisyo,” which brings in medical experts to discuss prevalent health issues like tuberculosis and drug cases, offering life-saving advice to listeners. “We’re not just giving information, but as much as possible, we want to help you find a solution to your problem,” she underscored, linking her broadcasting career to a broader mission of public empowerment.
Corpuz’s commitment to service isn’t limited to her work on Radyo 630. During the pandemic, she launched her brand, “Lina Inabel,” featuring modern clothing made from hand-woven Ilocano fabrics. Her entrepreneurial journey has further fueled her desire to support small businesses, which she now does through her show’s “Grow Negosyo” segment.
“We feature different entrepreneurs, whether big or small, and talk about how they started, their design story, and where they’ve gone,” she said, seamlessly integrating her passion for social enterprise and community empowerment into her media work.
Her dedication to public service extends beyond the Philippines’ borders as well. With her experience as a former host of “Balitang Europe,” Corpuz is well-equipped to address the needs of Filipinos abroad. The show collaborates with government agencies like the Department of Migrant Workers and the Department of Foreign Affairs to provide essential information to overseas Filipinos.
“We want to inform our kababayan abroad that they can vote and register, so they can still participate in their rights as Filipinos, even if they’re away,” Corpuz noted, broadening the show’s scope to serve a global audience.
Corpuz’s personal life also influences her work, particularly her role as a mother of three. She offers valuable parenting advice in segments featuring pediatricians and other experts, further connecting with her audience personally.
“Migs and I are both parents, so we can relate to each other,” she shared, highlighting the importance of family in her life and her programming.
Corpuz rounded up the media conference by addressing questions if her return to Radyo 630 means she might be leaving her current post at the government-owned station PTV4. Since the network’s relaunch she had been assigned the plum 12 noon timeslot as the lead anchor of “Bangon Pilipinas.”
Replying in the negative, Corpuz happily added, “I’m very grateful that these days, you can do everything that you couldn’t do before,” she said, appreciating the opportunity to serve the public through both radio and television. Both her programs aired live, Corpuz ably juggles her roles at Radyo 630 and PTV4 and feels more fulfilled by the day. After all, more platforms mean more Filipinos served.
“That’s what we’re here for in the first place,” she enthused. “We’re here to serve the Filipino family.”
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