Y Speak

Y Speak

Y Speak Program Card
Created by ABS-CBN
Developed by ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs
Starring Bianca Gonzales
Country of origin Philippines
Production
Executive producer(s) Karen Almeida-Pedrealba & Bianca Gonzales
Camera setup Multiple-camera setup
Broadcast
Original channel Studio 23
Picture format 480i SDTV
Original run January 2003 – October 2010

Y Speak was a youth-oriented debate show that discusses on Philippine issues. Now on its seventh year, Studio 23's flagship show Y Speak is hosted by Bianca Gonzalez which airs every Saturday.

To date, it is one of Studio 23's most awarded local shows. Aside from the CMMA victory as Best TV Talk Show, it is also a recipient of the UST Students' Choice Award for Best Public Affairs Talk Show, the Gandingan (UPLB Students' Choice Award) for Best Panel Discussion Show, the Anak TV Seal, and endorsements from the Department of Education and the National Youth Commission.

Synopsis

It’s more than just talk! Now on its third season of giving voice to the youth, Studio 23’s flagship show Y Speak is now paving the way for breakthrough, edgy and uncensored youth documentaries on the hottest, most relevant and controversial youth issues in the country—this, aside from revving up even more heated debates among the youth, celebrities, and the country's powers that be.

With endorsements from the Department of Education and National Youth Commission, recognition from Anak TV and The 2006 Catholic Mass Media Award as Best TV Talk Show, Y Speak has solidified its position as the frontliner in advancing the interests of the youth.

Y Speak opens up an framework for the Filipino Youth to immediately assess and analyze top rating, relevant and extremely direct problems that the country faces. This opinionated, debate-driven and youth-oriented show finally gives power to the younger people. The show gives the voice to the youth as they get to the rudiments of each and every issue.

And who better to champion the youth spirit and sentiment than the powerful trio of beauty and brains Bianca Gonzalez, top caliber and award-winning host Ryan Agoncillo who won as Best Public Affairs Program Host in the KBP Golden Dove Awards 2005, and the most controversial and opinionated DJ today, Mo Twister. With them on the show, expect only the freshest insights, straightforward comments, and unrestrained opinions on every youth issue.

Hosts

Bianca Gonzalez

Main article: Bianca Gonzalez

Y Speak Squad

Guest Host

Production crew

Y Speak is produced by Studio 23, headed by

Awards and recognitions

Overview

See also