Kara David emerged as a standout at the inaugural FAMAS Broadcast Awards, securing three prestigious trophies for her contributions to Philippine media.
A Night of Recognition for Broadcast Excellence
Ito pong parangal na ito ay inaalay po namin sa lahat po ng magigiting na riders ng T'boli, South Cotabato, na araw-araw pumupunta sa mga liblib na lugar para lang makapaghatid ng serbisyo sa kanilang mga katribo.
Kara David, Kapuso Broadcast Journalist
The ceremony took place at the Manila Hotel, where David won the Best Documentary award for "Embalsamador De Motor" featured on "I-Witness." In her heartfelt acceptance speech, she dedicated the award to the T'boli riders of South Cotabato, recognizing their tireless service in remote areas.
David's recognition continued as she received the Best Public Affairs Talk Show award for her program "I-Listen," which focuses on the stories of ordinary Filipinos and public figures alike. She expressed surprise at the win, given that the show launched just last year.
- Best Documentary: 'Embalsamador De Motor' (I-Witness)
- Best Public Affairs Talk Show: 'I-Listen'
- Best Host for Public Service: 'I-Listen' (shared with Ivana Alawi)
Kara emphasized the importance of listening, stating, "Kaya 'I-Listen' po ang pangalan ng aming programa kasi naniniwala ako na lahat ng problema, whether malaki man ito or maliit, ay nagsisimula sa pakikinig."
Other notable winners included "Born to Be Wild" for Best Educational Show and "Biyahe ni Drew" for Best Lifestyle Show. The inaugural FAMAS Broadcast Awards aim to celebrate excellence in Philippine broadcasting, illustrating the industry's role in storytelling and public service.