Ted Failon at DJ Chacha sa True FM

Ted Failon at DJ Chacha sa True FM
Title card
Other namesTed Failon at DJ Chacha sa Radyo5 (2020–2024)
Ted Failon at DJ Chacha
GenreNews, Public affairs, Commentary, Entertainment
Running time4 hours (6:00 am – 10:00 am)
Country of originPhilippines
LanguagesTagalog, English
Home stationDWFM (2020–2024)
DWLA (2024–present)
TV adaptations
Hosted byTed Failon
DJ Chacha (Czarina Guevara)
Created byTV5 Network (News5)
Recording studioTV5 Media Center, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Original releaseOctober 5, 2020 –
present
No. of episodesN/A (airs daily)
Websitenews.tv5.com.ph

Ted Failon at DJ Chacha sa True FM (transl. Ted Failon and DJ Chacha on True FM), formerly known as Ted Failon at DJ Chacha sa Radyo5 and also known as simply Ted Failon at DJ Chacha, is a Philippine radio morning news commentary and public affairs program hosted by veteran broadcast journalist Ted Failon and radio personality DJ Chacha (Czarina Balba-Guevara).[1] Produced by News5, the program premiered on October 5, 2020, following Failon's departure from ABS-CBN and DZMM.[2]

The show broadcasts live on weekday mornings from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM PST on 105.9 True FM in Metro Manila,[3] with nationwide radio relay stations, a visual television simulcast on TV5, Kapatid Channel, One PH, RPTV and online streaming platforms.[1]

History

Conceptualization and launch

Following the non-renewal of the ABS-CBN broadcast franchise in mid-2020, veteran news anchor Ted Failon concluded his 30-year career with ABS-CBN, where he previously anchored Failon Ngayon sa DZMM (later Failon Ngayon sa TeleRadyo).[2] Shortly thereafter, Failon signed a broadcast contract with TV5 Network and News5 to anchor a new morning commentary and public affairs slot.[2]

Failon was paired with Czarina Guevara, widely known as DJ Chacha, who had previously served as a prominent radio host on ABS-CBN's FM radio station, MOR 101.9.[1] The duo officially debuted on October 5, 2020, under the title Ted Failon at DJ Chacha sa Radyo5, broadcasting simultaneously on Radyo5 92.3 News FM (later True FM), One PH, and partially on TV5.[1][4] Until September 22, 2023, its newscast segment was called Radyo5 Network News, before becoming a separate program until it was later replaced by the program's News5 segment. On February 1, 2024, the program began simulcasting on the newly launched RPTV as its inaugural broadcast. Meanwhile, after its simulcast's duration on TV5 was reduced from its first 90 down to 30 minutes, its run on the network ended on May 3, 2024.

Station migration and rebranding

In late 2024, following TV5 Network's realignment of its FM radio frequencies and the rebranding of its flagship station from DWFM 92.3 to DWLA 105.9 True FM, the show adopted its updated title, Ted Failon at DJ Chacha sa True FM.[3]

On October 21, 2024, the program's first newscast segment, care of News5, began simulcasting as part of Gud Morning Kapatid on TV5, marking the show's return to the network after a few months, and RPTV.[5] Consequently, its first two hours on RPTV were pre-empted by the morning show, reducing its standalone simulcast to two hours starting at 8:00 AM. This format was carried over to the third iteration of Frontline sa Umaga beginning on August 10, 2026.[6]

Format

The program blends hard news commentary, public service, investigative reporting, and lighthearted lifestyle banter between its hosts:

  • Headliners / Executive Summary: A detailed breakdown of major national news, economic developments, and political updates.
  • Think About It: Analytical commentary led by Ted Failon covering press issues, policy decisions, and social concerns in the Philippines.
  • Sino? / Hula-Hula: Lighthearted interactive segments covering social trends, pop culture, and humor between the co-hosts.
  • Public Assistance & Legal Affairs: Segments facilitating direct aid and guidance to citizens by connecting them with relevant government agencies and legal experts.

Presenters

  • Ted Failon (2020–present)
  • DJ Chacha (Czarina Guevara) (2020–present)

Substitute hosts

Broadcast outlets

Current

Former

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Cruz, Marinel (October 2, 2020). "Ted Failon, DJ Chacha team up for new morning show on TV5, Radyo5". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved August 5, 2026.
  2. 1 2 3 Chua, Nikka (September 11, 2020). "Ted Failon officially joins TV5 Network". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 5, 2026.
  3. 1 2 "Ted Failon at DJ Chacha sa True FM - News5". News5 / TV5 Network. Retrieved August 5, 2026.
  4. ↑ TV5manila [@TV5manila] (October 15, 2020). "Mas masarap ang paghigop ng kape habang nakikinig sa mga balita't chika na hatid satin ng tambalang Ted Failon and DJ Chacha sa Radyo5!" (Tweet) (in Filipino). Retrieved August 7, 2026 – via Twitter.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  5. ↑ "TV5 moves 'Gud Morning Kapatid' time slot; refreshes daytime block". Trendrod. October 17, 2024. Retrieved October 21, 2024.
  6. ↑ Fariñas, Ian F. (August 6, 2026). "TV5 exec tikom ang bibig sa isyu ng ABS-CBN takeover". Journal News Online. Retrieved August 7, 2026.
  7. ↑ Malasig, Jeline (November 4, 2022). "Shade? DJ Chacha, Lourd de Veyra's comments on radio program gains buzz". Interaksyon. Retrieved August 8, 2026.
  8. ↑ @angelalagunzad; (August 7, 2023). "Monday morning spent with Manong Ted Failon filling in for Dj ChaCha. Had so much fun!". Retrieved August 8, 2026 – via Instagram.
  9. ↑ @nikkitheguzman; (April 4, 2025). "Nabigyang pagkakataong umupo sa nag-iisang programa ng mga haligi ng FM radyo na sina Ted Failon at DJ Chacha ❤️Salamat po sa tiwala @news5everywhere at @truenetworkph! At siyempre, sa lahat din ng mga Kapatid at Ka-True nating sumubaybay ngayong Truthful Thursday hehe🙏🏻🫶🏻". Retrieved August 8, 2026 – via Instagram.
  10. 1 2 @djpopoy_gwapopoy; (April 13, 2025). "Balitaan, Kwentuhan, at Tawanan duty sa... Ted Failon and Dj Chacha sa True FM 105.9, with "the" Maricel Halili !". Retrieved August 8, 2026 – via Instagram.
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