From newspapers to radio to television and to social media, information has been broadcasted to the masses using various platforms. For the generation today, it is important for them to digest news wholeheartedly despite the quick pace of life nowadays. Moreover, it is especially significant to stay updated with current affairs as this will help the people in choosing who to vote for in the upcoming 2022 elections.
Even while multitasking, anyone can now be educated and entertained through podcasts. As it only requires you to listen, it is definitely helpful for those on the go with their daily tasks.
With that in mind, here are 6 Filipino-produced podcasts that dabble on national politics and history. These podcasts were curated to help Filipinos understand laws and issues easily without the deep words and jargons.
People’s Initiative PH
Featuring two young Gen-Z hosts, The People’s Initiative is a new podcast that was made to spread information and events that shape Philippine elections. This is especially relevant as they aim to empower the youth to take part in the 2022 elections. From topics on social media’s role during political campaigns to youth activism, it delivers information in a bright and fun manner fit for those ready to vote.
Average length: 25-30 minutes
The P*I* Podcast
A bit longer than the usual podcast, P.I. Podcast which stands for “Political Insights” is hosted by Matt and Borj, two Polsci Research Dudes who made the podcast to talk about Philippine politics, philosophy and films in an insightful yet humorous manner. It also features P*I*skwla which are short explainers on different political perspectives from various philosophers. The discussions are long but it is not hard to listen to with the way they relate relevant issues with jokes and memes from this generation.
Average length: 40-60 minutes
Lex Dei Podcast
Lex Dei highlights a lively exchange among a member of the youth, a lawyer and a theologian. The title stems from Lex which is Latin for Law and Dei for God. Iit talks about rarely spoken questions of the youth from the perspective of the state and the church. Seemingly a fierce debate, these two institutions come together well in this podcast to enlighten and open each other’s minds on their different perspectives based on their chosen fields.
Average length: 30-55 minutes
Rackenrol: Salaysáyan sa Araling Pilipino
Rackenrol hosted by Mon Sy, a professor in the University of the Philippines, features trivia and curiosities about Philippine Studies. Topics ranging from Rizal’s works to the Filipino LGBT+ language, the podcasts related these studies to trending topics today. Made to be asynchronous lessons for Professor Mon’s classes, it can also be a short but fun information bank for those who would like to learn even outside the four walls of the classroom.
Average length: 10-20 minutes
PODKAS: Conversations on Philippine history, politics, and society
PODKAS features a discussion on Philippine history, politics and society and makes it much more relatable than academic journals and books. Featuring people from the History academe, the podcast values the relevance of history and social sciences in critiquing current society. The podcast never feels like a boring lecture in a classroom but more of a conversation with passionate people.
Average length: 20-40 minutes
Teka Teka
With the vision of Balitang thinking, hindi breaking. Teka Teka is a news podcast that goes into the specifics of the issues we are facing in the Philippines. Hosted by veteran journalists Roby Alampay and Inday Espina-Varona, they give out short but impactful explainers on topics ranging from COVID-19 to press freedom. It is a good podcast for people who would like to be updated with current affairs in our country.
Average length: 5-20 mins
These podcasts can help listeners stay updated with the latest happening in our country as well as learn a thing or two from our history’s past. This is especially important as the youth are a vital sector that can help change the political and social landscape of the Philippines. With this new way of education, it is now easier for more people to stay critical and aware of the news that we get today.