PGMN just completed one of its most consequential podcast recordings to date as constitutional reform advocate Orion Perez Dumdum and PGMN anchor James Deakin sat down for an intense, no-nonsense discussion on why the country’s system keeps producing the same political outcomes regardless of election results.
The episode dissects long-standing structural flaws in the Philippine Constitution, including the limits it places on economic growth, competition, and political accountability.
Dumdum lays out his case for systemic change, highlighting how the current setup restricts foreign investment and locks Filipinos into a cycle of weak institutions and shallow political choices. Deakin pushes the conversation further, drilling into how leadership narratives distract from deeper structural issues and why reforms have failed to take off for decades.
The two anchors tackle hard questions without filters. Dumdum explains his advocacy by emphasizing the urgency of reform, stating, “People think changing leaders will fix everything but the real problem is the system those leaders operate in.”
Deakin challenges long-held assumptions about patriotism and national identity, pointing out how outdated protectionist beliefs harm ordinary Filipinos far more than they protect them.
The conversation is layered with data, historical context, and arguments that demand public attention. From economic restrictions to political gridlocks to the cultural misconceptions blocking progress, the episode lays out why constitutional reform has become one of the most critical national conversations heading in 2025.
The episode premieres this Saturday, November 22 at 7 PM and will be available on all PGMN platforms.
