PODKAS Podkas Team

In our final episode, we look at Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s early life during the time of Martial Law. Being the son of President Ferdinand Marcos Sr., Bongbong was surrounded by a lot of power and some big controversies that have left a lasting mark on the country's politics. We'll try to figure out how much Bongbong was involved in what his family did during Martial Law. Let's dig in.


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Our focus in this episode is the life of Lean Alejandro, a symbol of Philippine student activism during the Marcos era. As Secretary-General of the Bagong Alyansang Makabayan, Lean championed democracy against dictatorship, but his life was tragically cut short at 27. His influence and legacy as a beacon for justice and freedom endures to this day.


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Maliit pa nga ba si Imee Marcos noong panahon ng Batas Militar? Let's look at the life and controversies of the eldest of the Marcos brood. From her education in prestigious institutions abroad to her early foray into politics, Imee's path was seemingly paved by her family's political legacy. However, like Marcos name, her own journey hasn't been without its dark patches and controversies: fake diplomas and a fake graduation, the death of a student activist, and a whirlwind romance, among others. Join us as we revisit these issues in this episode.






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In another episode of #ShapersAndShakers, we discuss the life of Gen. Fabian Ver, a trusted confidant and chief enforcer of the dictator Ferdinand Marcos. Ver, from humble beginnings, rose through the military ranks to become one of the most powerful figures in the country. We unravel the complex relationship between Marcos and Ver, and the pivotal role the general played in consolidating power and suppressing opposition.


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In this episode, we explore the Martial Law period in the Philippines, focusing on the brave Lorena Barros. As an activist and co-founder of MAKIBAKA, a women's revolutionary group, Barros fought against tyranny. The undying spirit of resistance that Lorena embodied and the profound impact she left on the struggle for justice and equality remains an inspiration to this day.

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In Episode 7 of our #ShapersAndShakers series, we talk about the cronyism during the presidency of Ferdinand Marcos through the experience of Lucio Tan, a business tycoon and one of the richest men in the Philippines, who got his biggest business opportunities as a Marcos crony. What is the link between cronyism and the country's economic crisis during and post-martial law? Find out in this episode.


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