The P*I* Podcast

In this episode, we revisit and fully review Darryl Yap's "Tililing (2021)" which gained controversy over its portrayal of the mentally ill. Though panned by critics and audience alike, we analyze it as a political satire on our society's fragile sense of sanity and discuss the role of provocateurs in cinema.  See the film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCmG2MYzVWk https://play.google....

In this recording, we decided to do something different. P*I* RAW is our first unfiltered, unplanned, unedited, and unscripted discussions on a given topic. Here, we discuss the dictum, "Everything is Political," which is commonly deployed these days, and how it may be a misunderstanding of what politics is.

This episode, we take a listener's request to discuss the relevance of the latest Election Surveys by Pulse Asia and SWS on the standing of potential candidates for the upcoming 2022 Presidential elections.

In this episode, we sit down with Josh Lim, dual citizen and OFW, and we talk about the experience of the Filipino diaspora, dual citizenship, and what what we can do to bridge the political tensions between the diaspora and the homeland. 0:00 Music 0:15 Intro 0:50 Andre's question 2:35 Guest Introduction 4:15 What it's like being a Filipino in America? 8:20 Why is there this difference between fi...

In this episode, special guests, Glenn Teh and Jules Carandang, join us in reviewing the trending animated series, Trese, which popularizes creatures from Philippine folklore set a gritty noir version of Manila city. We discuss the issues of adaptation, the meaning of mythology, the politics of Trese, and Filipino representation. 0:00 Music 0:10 Intro 1:00 Borj's first impressions of Trese 2:00 In...

In this slice of P*I*, we discuss 1Sambayan's attempt to form a united opposition against Duterte in the upcoming 2022 elections. Since none accepted their nomination, we analyze their roles and limitations in forming a new opposition through Maverick Politics." [EDITORIAL] 1Sambayan, give democratic forces a blueprint for victory by Rappler https://www.rappler.com/voices/editorials/sambayan-give-...

In this Independence Day special, we talk about the issue of Filipino identity by responding to Juju Baluyot's piece on the desire to leave the country. We discuss whether or not it is ethical to leave the country, why we should stay, and how we should stay despite our dysfunctional system.  0:00 Music 0:20 Intro 0:55 Happy Independence Day 2:40 Re: Bob Quilapio 5:20 Why do people leave? On J...

In this meaty slice of PI, we discuss why Filipinos are paying attention to the Israel and Palestine conflict, how oppression and suffering is tied with state-building, and how we should deal with conflicts so distant to us.   Sources:  [OPINION] A new David and Goliath: On Filipinos' defense of Israel by Kyle Perada https://www.rappler.com/voices/ispeak/opinion-new-david-goliath-filipin...

In this episode, as part of our "Anong Hanap mo?" challenge, we talked with fellow podcaster, voice talent, and life coach, Bob Quilapio, on his career as a podcaster, his political views, and his desires for the Philippines as an OFW See more of Bob Quilapio and follow him on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/domorewithBob 0:00 Music 0:20 Intro 0:50 Anong Hanap Mo? 1:45 Special Guest :Bob...

Currently, many netizens are taking sides on many issues while others who don't feel as strongly are castigated for fence-sitting or being "apolitical". In this episode, we discuss why, how, and when political neutrality is necessary especially under highly polarized conditions. Overall we ask, how can we be "ethically neutral? You can find our collaborations here: Ley La Salle:https://www.faceboo...

We are releasing this video May 9, 2021, exactly one year from the 2022 National and Local elections. As our contribution to nation-building, we want to ask citizens, "Anong hanap mo para sa bayan?"   To participate in this challenge, make a 1-5 minute video, podcast, audio message or story with the ff:   1. Sino ka? (Who are you?)  2. Anong hanap mo para sa bayanWhat do y...

Solidarity forever! Workers of the world unite! In this Mayo Uno Labor Day special, we discuss the practice and abuses of "Red-tagging" or accusing people of being communists. Why is it a problem? Can Red-tagging be a good thing? What should we do with this problematic practice? How should we handle the reality of armed communists and the left? This and more in the episode. Sources: In the Philipp...

In this last part of the triad on colonialism and Catholicism in the Philippines, we invited Fr. Fiel Pareja (aka "Father TikTok") to talk about the relationship between Faith and Good Citizenship. Through his  experience as both a priest and a rising social media personality, Father Fiel speaks about the need to practice one's faith and the inevitable unity between one's membership in the Ch...

In this Slice of P*I*, we discuss the emergence of "community pantries" as a novel and remarkable expression of citizenship. While everyone praises and celebrates them, we ask questions like why are they sustainable? Why are they political? Why do they work and why are they important? We highlight the importance of "tiwala"/Trust and "hiya"/Propriety in the operations and expansion of these pantri...

In light of the 500th anniversary of the arrival of Catholicism in the Philippines, we invited Julien Carandang to discuss why and how it has affected Philippine politics. Our discussions tackled the Filipino Catholic Church as an organization whose impact on local and national politics straddles both governance and ethics. Overall, we engaged in a more nuanced understanding of Church-State-Societ...

Mga Ka-P*I*  Tayo na sa PIskwela para sa ika-limang bahagi ng aming serye ukol sa estado. Tatalakayin natin ang estado ayon kay na Weber at Migdal. Ano ba ang hangganan ng kapangyarihan ng estado sa ugnayan nito sa lipunan?   Salamat sa pagsubabay sa unang serye ng PIskwela. Kung kayo ay mga tanong o komento, pwede kayo mag comment sa aming Facebook Page o magpadala ng email sa pipodcast...

Mga Ka-P*I*  Tayo na sa PIskwela para sa ika-apat na bahagi ng aming serye ukol sa estado. Tatalakayin natin ang estado ayon sa debate sa pagitan nina Marx at Hayek. Ano ba ang ugnayan sa pagitan ng lipunan at estado sa konteksto ng mga nagtutunggaliang uri't sektor?  Abangan niyo rin ang huling bahagi ng seryeng ito sa Miyerkules (Ika-14 ng Abril)   Maraming salamat!

Mga Ka-P*I*  Tayo na sa PIskwela para sa ikatlong bahagi ng aming serye ukol sa estado. Tatalakayin natin ang estado ayon sa mga kontraktaryan na sina Rousseau, Hobbes, at Locke. Bakit ba tayo sumasali sa isang estado?  Abangan niyo rin ang susunod na bahagi sa Lunes (Ika-12 ng Abril)   Maraming salamat

Mga Ka-P*I*  Tayo na sa PIskwela para sa ikalawang bahagi ng aming serye ukol sa estado. Tatalakayin natin ang estado ayon sa Italyanong Pilosopo na si Nicolas Machiavelli. Masama ba talaga ang epekto ng tunggalian at pag-aaway ng mga tao sa loob ng isang estado?  Abangan niyo rin ang susunod na bahagi sa Biyernes (Ika-9 ng Abril)    Musika ni JV Ordoñez

In an Impromptu edition of Slice of P*I*, we briefly discuss academic breaks  and how it affects learning and the teaching profession.

Mga Ka-P*I* Tayo na sa PIskwela para sa unang bahagi ng aming serye ukol sa estado. Tatalakayin natin ang estado ayon sa Griyegong Pilosopo na si Aristoteles. Paano ba natin mauunawaan ang estado sa labas ng pakahulugang pormal ng ating konstitusyon? Abangan niyo rin ang susunod na bahagi sa Miyerkules  (Ika-7 ng Abril) 

The Commemoration of the 500th Anniversary of Magellan's circumnavigation of the world and arrival in the Philippines has attracted criticism across social media as a celebration of colonialism. Between nation-building, myths, and colonial legacies, we tackle the following issues: why do we still want to "kill Magellan"; how do we address this bloodlust; how should we make sense of the past to mov...

Slice of P*I* #2 On Mental Health: "Tililing", Satire and Filipino Discourse Satirist and Director, Darryl Yap, has courted controversy with his upcoming film Tililing, which discusses mental health. Netizens and prominent figures like Liza Soberano claimed the posters and trailer do not treat mental health with seriousness or respect. We discuss the role of satire in social critique,the inadequac...

As the Philippines commemorates the 35th anniversary of the EDSA People Power, we critically examine the myth that emerged from this historic event. While many believe it is a milestone of Philippine Democracy, others see it as emblematic of our current political problems. Some people experience what can be called "EDSA fatigue" where we lose faith in the meaning of the event. What should we do gi...

In this Chinese New Year special, we discuss the dysfunctional relationship between the Philippines and China, and the close historical and cultural connection between the two countries. We also discussed ways on how we can move forward and improve dynamics between the two countries via a change in mentality and approach towards China as an "Other". Reference: ASEAN Post-50: Emerging Issues and Ch...