Usapang Sosyal

In this podcast episode, discussants focused on the role of local governments in global migration governance and processes. Dr. Stefan Rother shared some key points from his recent work entitled Making Space for Cities: The Mayors Mechanisms’ quest for actorness in global governance fora on migration and refugees. He argued that cities are now important […]

Let’s talk about the recent COP 26 and the imminent challenge of climate change. Join Dr. Rodel D. Lasco and Dr. Ruby Roan Cristobal, with moderator Ms. Flordeliz Abanto, for an important discussion about the ongoing climate crisis and how the global discussion impacts the Philippines. Usapang Sosyal is a public affairs talk program with

Explore the complex socio-political tapestry woven around the Philippine political culture and social norms, and how it affects our vote. Listen to Dr. Edna Co and Dr. Mario Aguja with moderator Mr. Ariel Sebellino as they discuss the 2022 Philippine elections and why every vote is crucial to determine the eventual future of our country.

In the second episode of Usapang Sosyal, we are joined by Dr. Roland Tolentino and Prof. Danilo Arao in a conversation moderated by Ms. Athena Charanne “Ash” Presto about community pantries, redtagging and the year-long lockdown. Watch the second episode below:

For its first episode, the Philippine Social Science Council invited Dr. Filomin Gutierrez to talk about her newest book, Crime and Punishment in the Philippines: Beyond Politics and Spectacle. Watch the first episode below: In her interview with political scientist Matthew S. Miranda, Dr. Gutierrez discussed the different dimensions and perspectives to the criminal system