Before They Were Stars: The Podcast

One of today's most promising young actresses! Get up close and personal with Sue Ramirez as she talks about her memorable milestones and challenges in her showbiz journey: from being one of a thousand auditionees for Star Magic; to landing support roles: overcoming critics and bashers; to landing her biggest break yet as Lexy in The Broken Marriage Vow. Catch all that and more only on BTWS!

From teeny bopper cutie to premier leading man! Hear all about JC de Vera's rise to stardom: from being an aspiring basketball player, to being discovered as a newbie artista, to overcoming acting challenges and criticisms, learning and loving the craft, and now a loving husband and wife! Get to know more about JC's journey only on BTWS!

A true blue ABS-CBN homegrown talent who continues to endear himself to Kapamilya audiences all over the world! Get to know more about Dominic Ochoa's exciting showbiz journey: from being discovered as a commercial model; to dealing with his father not wanting him to enter the industry; to being launched as part of Star Magic batch 4; to his close friendship with Marvin Agustin and Rico Yan; from being a "pambansang best friend and third-wheel;" to taking on father roles; and his secret in staying in the business for almost 26 years! Hear all about his story on BTWS!

One of the prettiest and most in-demand actresses of the 80s! Hear all about Nadia Montenegro's showbiz journey – from starting out young as a commercial model, to being discovered as the next regal baby, to meeting the love of her life, to momentarily leaving the glamorous life to focus on her family, and eventually reinventing herself as she claims her spot in the limelight once again! This and more exciting revelatins, on BTWS!

One of the most versatile, and most sought-after hosts in the industry today! Get to know more about Bianca Gonzalez's journey to fame – growing up as an introvert; taking on modelling to overcome her shyness; working behind the scenes as a brainstormer for ABS-CBN; being discovered as a talent; being a reluctant PBB housemate; taking on numerous hosting stints; and now juggling her career and her role as a wife and a mother of 2! Be inspired with her story of determination and passion for her chosen work! Catch all of that on BTWS, hosted by Jhai Ho!

Get to know the showbiz journey of everybody's favourite “Tiyang Amy Perez” – from her childhood commercial days, to becoming a showbiz newcomer, to trying her hand as a radio DJ, to transitioning from acting to hosting, and making a mark as one of the premiere and trusted hosts in today's industry! All that and more on BTWS!

Get to know more about Dimples Romana's story, before she made it big in showbiz! From being the first ever BB Paranaque, to being the bread winner of their family, taking on bestfriend and support roles, and finally landing her groundbreaking role as Daniella in the hit serye Kadenang Ginto! Hear all about her inspiring showbiz journey, only on BTWS!

A look into the life of one of the most talented comediennes in the Philippines, Melai Cantiveros! Hear all about experiences, before she became a household name: from her carefree childhood and teenage years living in General Santos City; her audition journey to the Big Brother House; and being thrown into the limelight as a newbie artist!

You're in for a funny ride as we look back at the showbiz journey of one of the industry's most talented comedians- Vhong Navarro! From his humble beginnings as a street dancer, to his life as a member of Streetboys, to his early days as a Kapamilya comedian and actor, and his rise as a talented noontime host.

The colorful showbiz journey of one of the most iconic teenstars of the 90s, Jolina Magdangal: from being a shy and reluctant public performer to conquering the stage and the spotlight; expressing herself through herself through her music and her out of the box fashion sense; falling for reel and for real with her loveteam partner, Marvin Agustin; leaving and returning home to the Kapamiya network; and embracing her new role as a wife and a momshie!

Get to know the story of one of the country's most versatile actresses of today, Angelica Panganiban! Hear all about her amazing showbiz journey - from being an award winning childstar to a well loved teeny bopper; her transition into a Santa Santita, Bida Kontrabida, COmedienne Extra Ordinnaire and today's Ultimate Hugot Queen.

The story of the country's one and only Queen of Pinoy Soap Opera - know all about her amazing showbiz journey - from being a childstar to capturing the hearts of viewers around the world through her top rating tv projects and blockbuster movies. Be inspired with her transformation from being a damsel in distress, to being the woman she is today: a celebrity, a producer, an entrepreneur, a wife, a mom and champion for women's advocacies.

Hear all about Jodi's story, before she became one of today's premiere actresses: from being a certified kontesera, to being a newbie artista, to leaving showbiz for love, reinventing herself, being Philippine TV's Daytime Queen, to channeling the iconic Amor Powers, and fulfilling her educational dreams!

Get to know about Piolo Pascual's story, before he became the country's ultimate heartthrob - from his early days in That's Entertainment, going to the US to live an ordinary life, being paired with Judy Ann Santos, conquering the recording and concert stage, and how the film Dekada 70 changed his life. Hosted by DJ Jhai Ho.

Before They Were Stars is a 20-minute podcast that presents personal accounts of today's biggest celebrities before they achieved fame. BTWS features one celebrity per episode, personally sharing anecdotes of the highs and lows of being a rookie in the entertainment industry, and how they persevered in their chosen craft. Fun. Witty. Heartwarming. Stories from your favorite stars that will inspire you to go after your own dreams.