Sen. Bam Aquino on Classrooms, Comebacks, and Change

In this episode, Congressman Chel Diokno joins us to break down the flood-control scandal, the integrity of the ongoing hearings, and what Filipinos should demand as the Sept 21 rally approaches. We also ask him how this case compares to past corruption scandals, what citizens can do to fight corruption.Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks—each donation helps children with cerebral palsy. ❤️

Paano kung yung bilyones na dapat pang-flood control projects, biglang naging casino chips? In this episode, we spill the tea on the ghost projects that are being investigated in senate and congress — complete with kickbacks, fake receipts, and the so-called “BGC Boys”...We talk about:Kickbacks na parang standard operating procedure naPaano nagiging fake projects ang flood walls at canals₱2 billion (!!) na nilaro sa casinos gamit ang pera ng bayanMga senador at congressmen na nadadawit sa issueAnd the bigger question: paano tayo makaka-move forward kung lagi tayong stuck sa “lesser evil” politics?Bonus: usapang Louis Vuitton shirts at Rolex na suot ng mga district engineers na supposedly ₱70k/month lang ang sahod. Kasi bakit hindi, ‘di ba??Leave suggestions in the comments of who we should guest on the pod to discuss more!Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

What happens when flood control budget meant to protect lives ends up funding luxury bags, Paris apartments, and 40-car garages? In this episode, we dive into the outrage over nepo babies, contractors, and political clans flaunting their wealth online while ordinary Filipinos are left underwater. We talk about kickbacks, campaign donations, social media receipts, and why the anger is valid — but should also go beyond dragging people on TikTok.Join our Patreon at jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

What does it mean to go from political loss and loneliness to making a major comeback in the Senate? Bam Aquino joins us to talk about comebacks, the current classroom gap, and why the youth vote matters. We also dive into the classroom crisis, campaigning highs and lows, and what it really means to take a leap of faith in politics.Send your own letter at [email protected]! Join to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

What do you do when your bridesmaid—who’s also your childhood best friend—drops the news that she’s pregnant, with a due date the same month as your wedding? In this Malibag episode, we talk about managing wedding expectations, navigating friendship during different life stages, choosing compassion over judgment, and remembering that the wedding is just the beginning of a marriage.We also share exciting news about Cheats Day at Linya Linya HQ in Libis on August 29—a special show celebrating the 10th anniversary of our first album, with a long set, surprise guest bands, and pizza! Get your tickets at bit.ly/cheatsday before they run out. 🎸🍕Send your own letter at [email protected]!Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

How do you cope with the aftermath of being led on by someone you opened yourself up to, and on top of that, someone you still work with? In this Malibag episode, we talk about accountability, breadcrumbing, power imbalance in relationships, and expressing your feelings.Send your own letter at jimandsaab.com/malibag!Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. 💗

Jim and Saab ask the big question: is it too late to go back to school? (Spoiler: it’s not.) They talk career pivots, unexpected perks of adult learning, and why it’s never too late to grow—even if you’ve got a job, kids, or both.This episode is brought to you by Mapúa’s Business and Health Sciences Programs for Working Professionals, in collaboration with Arizona State University. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to level up your career—this is it!Learn more and enroll now at mapua.edu.ph!Join ⁠jimandsaab.com⁠ to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. ❤️

In this episode, we talk about how men often go to extreme lengths to avoid facing their emotions. Jim shares takeaways from the book he’s currently reading, and babasagin ni Saab ang trip niya. Send your own letter at jimandsaab.com/malibag!Join jimandsaab.com to get exclusive perks! Each donation goes to helping children with cerebral palsy. ❤️

In this Malibag episode, we read a letter from someone who got married—and then got ghosted. Her best friend, who was by her side through everything, suddenly disappeared from her life with no explanation. We talk about grief over lost friendships, closure that never comes, and why some people say goodbye without saying a word.💌 Send your own story at jimandsaab.com/malibag🎧 Join jimandsaab.com to support the pod and help kids with cerebral palsy.

In this Malibag episode, a listener writes in about something she discovered that she wasn’t supposed to see. After snooping on her boyfriend’s email, she found flirty messages he sent to his ex—while they were already dating. Now she’s torn: should she bring it up or let it go? We talk about boundaries, gut feelings, and why it’s so hard to trust someone again after even a small betrayal.Send your own letter at ⁠jimandsaab.com/malibag⁠!Join ⁠jimandsaab.com⁠ to get exclusive perks. Each donation helps children with cerebral palsy ❤️To be part of our FREE Podkids Party (limited slots!!), register at ⁠jimandsaab.com/breakout⁠!