Jean Paul Generoso, a radio anchor at K5 News FM in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Philippines, sparked outrage after making a joke about rape during a live broadcast. His comments, which included a suggestion that he would rape a reporter to express anger over a separate incident of child abuse, were met with immediate condemnation from various groups, including Councilor Celia Flor and the Gabriela Women’s Party. They emphasized that 'rape is not a joke' and called for accountability in media practices. Following the backlash, Generoso issued an apology, acknowledging that his remarks were deeply insensitive and irresponsible. The Negros Press Club and the Presidential Task Force on Media Security also condemned his behavior, stating that such comments have no place in responsible journalism. Furthermore, the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines pointed out the ongoing issues of misogyny and the lack of protective policies for journalists in media organizations, highlighting that many incidents of sexual harassment remain unreported due to fears of retaliation. This incident has reignited discussions about the need for stronger measures to combat misogyny in the media.