From radio, TV to social media: How Anthony Taberna handles new media and negative comments

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Filipino broadcast journalist Anthony Taberna with his wife Rossel, drops by the SBS radio booth in Melbourne.

Filipino Broadcaster Anthony Taberna's career began in radio at the age of 17 before transitioning to television and now embracing social media.


Key Points
  • In 1992, Anthony Taberna started in radio as a news writer and eventually became a reporter and anchor and was given the opportunity to host television shows.
  • 'Ka Tunying' had reservations about venturing into social media initially due to his traditional mindset, but with the encouragement of his wife Rossel, he agreed. This decision has led to him amassing over two million followers on Facebook.
  • Anthony takes advantage of the opportunity to travel with his family to various countries, such as Australia, to balance his life between his profession and business.

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