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RISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and CallingAdoption, Airbnb, and an Unbreakable Bond: Jeff & Zeny’s Faith-filled StoryIn this heartwarming episode of Rise Tayo, Coach Blanche sits down with Jeff and Zeny—a couple whose story is a powerful testament to love, faith, and legacy.They first met in Maryland over four decades ago, blending two cultures into one extraordinary marriage. Together, they raised six children—three biological and three beautiful girls they adopted from the Philippines. Now retired and living in peaceful Oak Island, North Carolina, Jeff and Zeny have launched a thriving Airbnb business, proving that purpose doesn’t stop with retirement.With 42 years of marriage under their belt, they share...2025-06-2931 minRISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and CallingBible Prophecy & War: How to Prepare Your Heart*This episode is from my YouTube channel Blessings with Blanche. I believe it's a timely message so I am sharing it here in our podcast.*As news breaks of war and rising global tensions, fear is gripping many hearts. But for the believer, this is not the time to panic — it’s the time to look up and remember our blessed hope in Christ Jesus.In this message, I share what the Bible says about the end times, why we shouldn’t be afraid of wars and rumors of wars, and how we can anchor our pe...2025-06-2515 minRISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and CallingFaith Over Distance: Jay & Jovy’s God-Written Love StoryHow do you stay faithful when love is tested by distance and time? In this heartwarming and Spirit-led episode of Rise Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience and Calling, I had the honor of interviewing Jay and Jovy—a couple whose love story is soaked in prayer, perseverance, and the providence of God.For three years, they were long-distance—Jovy in the Philippines and Jay in the U.S.—holding on to God's promises even when doors seemed closed. But their story began long before they met…✨ As a high school student, Jovy once dreamed of going to W...2025-06-2244 minRISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and Calling"I fell in love with an Airman!" A Filipina's Journey of Love, Faith and Military LifeIn this inspiring episode of RISE Tayo, Coach Blanche interviews a dear friend whose life story is a beautiful blend of romance, resilience, and retirement by the sea. From meeting her US Airforce husband in Hawaii to navigating the unique challenges of military marriage as a Filipino-American woman, this episode explores what it truly means to love faithfully through distance, duty, and decades of change.Together, we talk about long deployments, cultural adjustments, holding onto faith during hard seasons, and the sweet blessings of building a life anchored in purpose. Now retired and living by the beach...2025-06-1936 minRISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and Calling"Infertility Became My Idol": My Sister's Faith-filled Journey dealing with PCOSTrigger Warning: This episode contains personal experiences with infertility and may be emotionally sensitive for some listeners. Please listen with care.In this heartfelt and hope-filled episode, Coach Blanche sits down with her sister Icka Gaa to share an intimate conversation about the journey through infertility, faith, and surrender. Her sister opens up about the deep pain of infertility, including a recent medical procedure that did not succeed—yet her heart remains anchored in hope and prayer. She has been diagnosed with PCOS or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. She reflects on how this struggle impacted her fir...2025-06-0919 minRISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and Calling"Sino nga ba ako?" Rediscovering Your Identity in Your 40sIf you’ve ever whispered to yourself, “Everyone needs me… but no one really sees me,” this episode is for you.In this heartfelt episode, Coach Blanche opens up about the silent identity loss many women face in their 40s — especially after years of serving as mothers, nurses, wives, and caregivers. She vulnerably shares her own journey of pouring everything into her career and raising three energetic boys, only to reach a point where she didn’t recognize herself anymore.You’ll hear:The midlife struggle of feeling invisible A powerful message for Filipinas/women raised to...2025-06-0412 minRISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and CallingNurse Mastery in Motion: Marj Bautista's Journey from Nursing to EntrepreneurshipIn this empowering episode of RISE Tayo, Coach Blanche sits down with Marj Bautista, a proud Filipina who transformed her life from a nurse and teacher in the Philippines to a thriving financial advisor and nurse entrepreneur in Canada. Her story is one of bold decisions, faith-fueled pivots, and a deep passion for helping others rise—not just in health, but in wealth. "Humans are made to help one another". - Marj Bautista. Whether you’re a fellow immigrant, a healthcare worker dreaming of more, or a woman of faith ready for your next chapter, Marj’s...2025-06-0136 minRISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and CallingKain Tayo! Why Filipino-Americans Share Not Just Food but LoveFilipinos love food! I truly believe our love language is food! "Kain tayo!'", "Mangaon ta ninyo!", "Let's eat!". This is not just an invitation to eat but an invitation to a relationship. Yesterday, our community: Filipino-American Association of the Lower Cape Fear or also known as Filipino Americans of Southeastern North Carolina (in Facebook - please like and follow) celebrated our Annual Spring Picnic. The Association provided the Letchon (roasted pig), rice and drinks and all members brought side dishes and dessert. Because of this sharing mentality, we always have abundance of food! The proof? "Balutin m...2025-05-2810 minRISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and CallingFrom Palo to Peace: A Filipina's Journey to Complete Healing and GraceMany of us carry silent wounds—pain from childhood, broken relationships, or seasons of deep struggle that we’ve tucked away for years. In this vulnerable and powerful episode, I share my personal journey growing up in the Philippines, navigating emotional, physical, and verbal wounds, and how the grace of God carried me from survival to healing.You’ll hear the raw truth of what it was like to grow up as the eldest daughter in a home marked by hardship, responsibility, and the absence of emotional safety. But more importantly, you’ll hear the redemptive power of forgi...2025-05-2511 minRISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and Calling"Mahal ko siya... but why is it so hard?": Cultural Struggles in Filipino-American MarriagesIn this deeply personal episode, I open up about the early years of my interracial marriage—navigating culture shock, unmet expectations, and the silent struggles many immigrant wives face. From discovering dishwashers to dealing with loneliness, I share the raw truth of adjusting to a new life in the U.S. and how God’s grace met me in my pain. Whether you’re in a cross-cultural relationship or adjusting to life in a new land, may this episode remind you: you are not alone, and your story matters.2025-05-2109 minRISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and CallingBanig Bags and Big Dreams: My Leap of Faith to AmericaIn this very first episode of RISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience and Calling, I take you back to the moment I left the Philippines—clutching my passport, boarding a plane, and stepping into the unknown. I share the raw emotions of saying goodbye, the heartbreak that led to surrender, and how God’s faithfulness carried me from a painful breakup to a redemptive new beginning.Join me as I recount my journey from Dumaguete City to the United States, the moment I gave my life to Christ, and how God orchestrated every detail—including meeting my husban...2025-05-1808 min