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. 📌 Answer this survey for a chance to win PHP2,500 by the end of the year: https://forms.gle/FDiLuFZNFxXpqzGS8 📌 Watch Eiyo’s Impeachment Video:    • Kiko Aquino-Dee on the SONA, 20th Congress...   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. ----- Ready to go on vacation? Book your hotel and other tickets with KLOOK: https://affiliate.klook.com/redirect?... Wanna make your own podcast? Sign up with Buzzsprout with my link here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_... ----- For inquiries and partnerships, you may email me at [email protected]. The Hey Eiyo! Podcast is on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50eUrFD... TikTok:   / eiyoaquino   YouTube:    / @eiyoaquino   Instagram:   / eiyoaquino