Bam Aquino talks Education Reform and Life as a Senator | The Hey Eiyo! Podcast

Join Sen. Bam Aquino on the Hey Eiyo! Podcast as he dives deep into the pressing education challenges facing the Philippines. From a staggering 165,000-classroom shortage and chronic teacher undercompensation, to the urgent need for youth employment pathways — Aquino speaks with clarity, passion, and purpose.

He also outlines his seven-point reform agenda: expanding infrastructure, boosting digital accessibility, improving teacher welfare, and bridging education with real-world job readiness. If you’re a young Filipino invested in meaningful change, this episode is for you.

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0:00 - A frank and brutal description of the educational system.
1:43 - Introduction of Senator Bam Aquino and his new roles.
5:21 - Discussion of the Free College Law and future reforms.
8:56 - Reflection on the 2019 and 2022 elections.
12:12 - The difference between being a public official and a private citizen.
16:09 - Addressing major problems in the education system.
22:15 - Improving teacher salaries and quality.
25:21 - The role of the Vice President as Education Secretary.
28:16 - The political will to implement reforms.
30:17 - What people can do to help with the reforms.
32:20 - Senator Aquino's final message.
37:28 - Senator Aquino explains the importance of youth being part of the government.
42:35 - How to help with education reforms.
54:33 - Final message and thanks to the listeners.

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