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RISE TayoTwo Cultures, One Covenant: Why Intercultural Marriages Strugglen this opening episode of our February series, Two Cultures, One Covenant, we begin an honest and faith-filled conversation about intercultural marriages—especially Filipino-American relationships.Love may bring two people together, but culture often reveals the gaps.Different communication styles. Different family expectations. Different ways of handling conflict.What feels personal is often cultural—and without understanding, couples can feel misunderstood, unseen, and disconnected.Anchored in Mark 10:9 —“Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.”This episode reframes cul...
2026-02-0418 min
The Anointed Life with Coach BlancheThe Body as a Living Sacrifice: Faith, Food, and Freedom with Dr. ChapaIn this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Anointed Life, Blanche sits down with Dr. Aaron Chapa, Doctor of Chiropractic and founder of Living Well Clinical Nutrition Center, for a faith-filled conversation on healing the body God’s way.Dr. Chapa shares his personal testimony—growing up in the Christian faith, receiving Jesus in 1988, and how the Holy Spirit was already guiding his life long before he recognized it. Though active in sports as a teenager, he struggled with weight and the Standard American Diet. A painful moment of rejection became a divine turn...
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RISE TayoWhen Tradition Replaces Truth: An Eye-Opening Faith ConversationIn this episode of Rise Tayo, we have a loving yet eye-opening conversation about faith and culture within the Filipino community.For over 300 years, the Philippines was under Spanish rule and access to Scripture was limited. Only priests were permitted to read the Bible. As a result, many generations learned to practice faith through tradition and rituals. Generational beliefs were passed down without biblical foundation. Drawing from 2 Timothy 3:16–17, Hosea 4:6, Exodus 20:4–5, and 1 John 5:21, this episode explores God’s heart for His people to know the truth, avoid deception, and wor...
2026-01-2624 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheAfraid to Share Your Faith? Freedom from People-Pleasing Starts Here The episode closes with a Spirit-led prayer, inviting listeners to surrender fear, break free from people-pleasing, and receive fresh boldness from the Holy Spirit so listen until the end.As a Filipino immigrant, I grew up avoiding conflict. People-pleasing felt like survival. At work, I was bullied—but I stayed silent. Confrontation wasn’t part of my culture, my DNA, or my comfort zone.But encountering Christ changed everything.In this episode, I share how Galatians 1:10 set me free from the bondage of people-pleasing and taught me what it truly means to li...
2026-01-2129 minRISE TayoFrom Lost Heritage to Found Identity in Christ – Mark’s Legacy of FaithIn this deeply moving episode of Rise Tayo, I sit down with my neighbor Mark to talk about identity—both cultural and spiritual—and how God redeems what feels lost.Mark shares his journey as a Filipino American who grew up disconnected from his heritage. His grandfather, who came to the United States from Cavite in 1927 and served in the U.S. Navy, never passed down the Filipino language or culture. Aside from tasting pansit and adobo, Mark grew up not truly knowing where he came from. As a shy, introverted child who looked different, he experienced bull...
2026-01-1758 minRISE TayoFrom RN to Real Estate : A Pinoy Nurse’s Story of Faith, Grit, and PurposeIn this powerful episode of Rise Tayo, I sit down with my college classmate and dear friend Silica (“Lica”), whose journey reflects the resilience, faith, and perseverance of so many Filipino nurses.A graduate of Silliman University in Dumaguete City in 2005 and originally from Iligan City, Mindanao, Lica began her nursing career at Cebu Doctor’s Hospital. Moving to the United States was never part of her plan—until a friend encouraged her to apply. In an act of faith and sacrifice, they mailed their applications together to save...
2026-01-151h 06The Anointed Life with Coach BlancheChemistry, Calling, and Christ: The Mission of Science4ChristIn this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Gregor shares her powerful journey from excelling in chemistry to discovering that true wisdom begins with encountering Jesus. Raised in cultural Christianity, she met God personally during the pressures of graduate school—especially after failing an exam and learning to trust Him with everything. Through this refining season, her faith deepened and her calling became clear: shine His light in the marketplace before stepping into the mission field.Today, Dr. Gregor is the founder of Science4Christ, a ministry equipping high school and college students to defend their faith in ac...
2025-12-1025 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheLessons from Martyrs for the Modern Church: When Christianity Costs Your Life“Every soul won for Christ must also be made a soul winner, no matter the cost.” — Richard Wurmbrand (Tortured for Christ)What does it really mean to follow Jesus Christ?In today’s culture—especially in the United States—being a “Christian” can easily become a label instead of a surrendered life. Church attendance, worship music, and Bible verses in bio sections are good… but Jesus never called us to a comfortable Christianity. He called us to die to self, pick up our cross, and follow Him daily.In this episode, I...
2025-12-0523 minRISE TayoJesus Heals: How Missionaries Bring Hope to Trafficked Children in Cebu, PhilippinesIn this powerful Rise Tayo episode, we feature missionaries John and Kelli Williford, who serve at a long-term aftercare home in Cebu, Philippines for children rescued from sexual exploitation and trafficking.Their journey is a story of obedience, sacrifice, and deep love for the Filipino people.From the United States to the heart of Cebu, they followed God’s calling to serve the most vulnerable—children who were hurt by exploitation, abuse, and extreme poverty. In 2010, they sold everything they owned, raised support through churches, and moved their young family to the...
2025-12-0354 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheFrom Doubt to Destiny: How English Darby Learned to Flourish in FaithIn this inspiring episode of The Anointed Life, Coach Blanche sits down with English Darby, founder of Flourish Through Faith Ministry, to share a story that proves God can take anyone from uncertainty to unstoppable purpose.English didn’t grow up in a Christian home. She knew about God, but nothing felt personal — until a friend shared the gospel with her in 2016. That moment changed everything. She gave her life to Jesus, became hungry for truth, and began devouring books, reading Scripture, and surrounding herself with believers.She discovered that faith is all abou...
2025-11-2537 minRISE TayoNot Filipino Enough, Not American Enough?Have you ever felt caught between two worlds?In this heartfelt episode of Rise Tayo, Coach Blanche DiDomenico speaks to the unspoken struggle of many Filipino Americans who quietly wrestle with identity and belonging. Maybe you’ve thought, “I’m not Filipino enough because I don’t speak Tagalog,” or “I’m not American enough to fit in.”But Blanche reminds us that our true identity isn’t defined by culture — it’s found in Christ. Before we were Filipino or American, we were children of God, made in His image, cho...
2025-11-2026 minRISE TayoProphetic Warning for the Philippines: Perez Ndi’s Urgent Call to RepentanceBorn in Cameroon, Africa, Prophetic Voice Perez Ndi shares his powerful journey from a Catholic background filled with idol worship and witchcraft to a radical encounter with Jesus Christ at just 16 years old.From receiving the baptism of the Holy Spirit alone in his room to being mentored in the prophetic, Perez Ndi was called by God to the United States as a voice crying out for repentance and revival. His ministry has led him to preach across America — even enduring persecution and arrest for boldly proclaiming th...
2025-11-121h 13The Anointed Life with Coach BlancheDrowning in Content, Starving for Truth: The Alarming Rise of Biblical IlliteracyIn this episode of The Anointed Life with Coach Blanche, we confront a sobering reality: today’s generation is drowning in digital content but starving for biblical truth.The average Christian spends 3–4 hours a day scrolling on social media, yet only 30 minutes or less in the Word of God. Barna Research reports that less than 11% of believers read their Bible daily. We’ve gained information but lost revelation. We’re more connected online than ever, yet more disconnected from the truth that sets us free.Without...
2025-11-1223 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheUnshakable Faith: Standing for Christ in the Corporate World with Angela OwenIn this powerful episode of The Anointed Life with Coach Blanche, we sit down with Angela Owen — wife, mother, grandmother, executive coach, and cofounder of TruVenture Enterprises — to talk about what it really means to live out your faith in the workplace.Angela shares her journey from growing up in a praying Christian home to thriving in engineering and corporate leadership while never compromising her faith. From boldly standing up to a leader who told her not to practice Christianity, to modeling integrity, excellence, and compassion in the marketplace — Angela’s story reminds us that our ca...
2025-11-0549 minRISE TayoWhen We Break Down, We Go Back to God Our Maker | Mental Health Talk & Faith for Filipinos⚠️ Sensitive Content: This episode discusses suicide, depression, and anxiety. Please listen with care. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out for help:📞 Philippines: NCMH Crisis Hotline (1553) or 0966-351-4518 / 0908-639-2672📞 U.S.: Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline🌐 International: findahelpline.comAfter the heartbreaking passing of young Filipina influencer Emman Atienza, Coach Blanche DiDomenico opens a raw and faith-filled conversation about mental health, faith, and hope in God.In this episode of Rise Tayo
2025-11-0425 minRISE TayoRaising a Kingdom Warrior: A Filipino American Teen Living for JesusIn this inspiring Rise Tayo episode, Coach Blanche sits down with her 13-year-old son, Enzo, for a heartfelt conversation about faith, culture, and growing up in a Filipino American Christian home.Enzo shares what he loves most about his heritage — from Filipino generosity and respect for elders to experiencing the culture firsthand during their family trip to the Philippines. He reflects on his favorite memory of being baptized and receiving Jesus as his Lord and Savior, and how being part of a Spirit-filled church and youth group has helped him grow in his walk with God....
2025-10-3029 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheFrom Prison to Purpose: How Cameron Garner Found His Identity in JesusFrom being behind bars to leading others into freedom — Cameron Garner’s story is living proof that no one is too far gone for the grace of God.Raised in a Christian home, Cameron heard the voice of the Lord at just nine years old and began leading others to Christ as a child. But as he grew older, deception, addiction, and bad influences led him down a dark path that ended in jail before he turned eighteen. Like many, he knew about God — but didn’t yet know who he was in God.In his...
2025-10-2952 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheEmpowered by the Holy Spirit: Moving in the Prophetic Power with Kay NashIn this anointed episode of The Anointed Life with Coach Blanche, Prophet Kay Nash shares how a broken beginning became a divine calling. Raised in a “Holy Spirit-filled but not Spirit-led” home marked by pain and hypocrisy, she once rejected the gifts of the Spirit. But one encounter changed everything — when she heard the audible voice of God say, “You are beautiful.”From working at The Washington Post to stepping into full-time ministry, Kay reveals what it truly means to be empowered by the Holy Spirit and to move in prophetic power. Together, Blanche an...
2025-10-2253 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheFrom Grief to Grace: How Lesley Jones Found Her Only Truth in JesusIn this inspiring episode, I sit down with Christian artist and songwriter Lesley Jones, whose life story is a testimony of God’s redeeming love. From childhood heartbreak—her parents’ divorce, her mother’s near-fatal accident, and the sudden loss of her younger sister—to the devastating grief of losing her mother in 2020, Lesley has walked through the valley of suffering. But in that season of brokenness, she encountered Jesus in a real and life-changing way.Lesley shares how grief birthed worship, how she found her true identity in Christ, and how clinging to God’s Word—espec...
2025-10-1557 minRISE TayoFrom Different Worlds to One Faith: How Lianne & Josh Built a Christ-Centered Marriage✨ Celebrate Filipino American History Month with this moving story of love, faith, and cultural unity. In this special Filipino American History Month episode of the Rise Tayo Podcast, Blanche talks with Lianne and Josh—a beautiful Filipino-American couple whose love story was written by God’s hand.Introduced through Lianne’s sister, Filipino singer-songwriter Kitchie Nadal, their connection began in 2010 through prayer, faith, and divine timing. From long-distance dating between New York and California to building a Christ-centered marriage and raising their son Eli, their journey is a testimony of God’s faithfuln...
2025-10-0945 min
Faith Over Pharma | Holistic Health, Hormones & Natural Healing76. Testimony | How to Find Your Voice Through God’s Word with Blanche DiDomenicoWhat happens when fear tries to silence the truth God has placed on your heart?
In this powerful conversation, Blanche DiDomenico — nurse, freedom and purpose coach, and bold woman of faith — shares her journey from fear and people-pleasing to courage and conviction rooted in Scripture. Together, we talk about how the enemy uses fear to keep believers quiet, what true freedom in Christ looks like, and why standing on God’s Word is the key to peace and purpose in a world full of noise and confusion.
If you’ve ever felt afraid to speak up for w...
2025-10-0948 min
Lifted to HopeHonoring Imperfect Parents with Blanche DiDomenico (Part 2)Family estrangement is becoming more common, often born out of years of unspoken pain and unresolved hurt. When relationships within our families fracture, walking away can feel like the only option. But what does it mean to pursue reconciliation when safety, truth, and forgiveness all hang in the balance? In this episode, Blanche DiDomenico returns to share the next chapter of her story. After experiencing childhood abuse and neglect, Blanche wrestled with how to honor her parents when they never acknowledged the harm they caused. Through her journey, God revealed what it means to set boundaries, seek...
2025-10-0730 minRISE TayoFaith, Heritage & Resilience: Celebrating Filipino American History MonthIn this special episode of Rise Tayo, Coach Blanche celebrates Filipino American History Month by reflecting on the rich legacy of faith, heritage, and resilience that Filipinos have carried for generations.From the very first Filipinos who set foot in California in 1587, to the Manilamen who built the first settlement in Louisiana, to the over 4.5 million Filipino Americans thriving across the U.S. today, our story is one of perseverance, service, and calling.Discover how our history connects to Scripture, how God has appointed us “for such a time as...
2025-10-0118 minLifted to HopeRelational Fear Because of Physical Abuse with Blanche DiDomenico (Part 1)What happens when the ones we long for love and safety from are also the ones who wound us? In this episode, author, podcaster, and nurse Blanche DiDomenico shares the first part of her story. As a Filipino-American, Blanche grew up with a father working overseas for most of her childhood, leaving her mother to wrestle with fears and unresolved struggles. That environment shaped an unsafe childhood—but it did not define Blanche's future. Through her story, we see both the pain of broken family dynamics and the surprising ways God's grace can prepare a life for His...
2025-09-3031 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheThe Secret to Bold Faith: Being Filled With the Holy SpiritWho is the Holy Spirit? Many think of Him as a feeling, a force, energy or just a part of church tradition—but the truth is, the Holy Spirit is God Himself. He is the third Person of the Trinity, our Helper, Comforter, and Teacher.In this episode of The Anointed Life Podcast with Coach Blanche, we explore the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer—how He fills us, leads us, and empowers us to live boldly for Jesus. You’ll discover:✅ Who the Holy Spirit is according to Scripture ✅ W...
2025-09-2426 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheFrom New Age Deception to New Life in Christ: Renee Swasey on Revival and Identity in Jesus"Revival is a change of heart and it starts with each and every one of us." - Renee SwaseyIn this powerful episode, Renee Swasey shares her journey from cultural Christianity and New Age deception into a life fully surrendered to Jesus Christ. Raised Catholic with little knowledge of God’s Word, Renee was drawn into psychics, the ‘Secret,’ hypnosis, and the search for healing through the universe. But those practices left her tormented, even hearing voices and contemplating ending her life.Everything changed in February 2007 when she had a radical encounter with God and was le...
2025-09-1843 min
Homeopathy At Home with MelissaFrom Nurse to Coach: Blanche's Journey of Healing and PurposeSend a text to Melissa and she’ll answer it on the next episode. Have you ever wondered what might happen if you simply asked God, "What else can I do for you?" For Blanche, this humble prayer sparked an extraordinary transformation from nurse case manager to author, coach, and podcaster—all within a single month!In this powerful conversation, Blanche shares her journey from a difficult childhood in the Philippines marked by abuse and separation from her father, to discovering healing through forgiveness and purpose. With raw honesty, she reveals how carrying unforgiveness affected not...
2025-09-1551 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheThe Cost of Being a True Disciple: Charlie Kirk’s Legacy of Boldness for JesusIn this sobering episode, Coach Blanche reflects on the tragic killing of Charlie Kirk — Christian conservative activist, speaker, and founder of Turning Point USA — and what it reveals about the cost of being a disciple of Jesus in today’s world.Being a Christian is not about wearing a cross necklace, posting verses on social media, or showing up to church once a week. It goes deeper. True discipleship means denying ourselves (Luke 9:23), receiving the free gift of salvation by faith (Ephesians 2:8), repenting and living transformed (2 Corinthians 5:17), boldly proclaiming Christ without shame (Romans 1:16), and living in total surren...
2025-09-1215 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheLiving Boldly for Christ in a Cancel Culture WorldIn this powerful episode of The Anointed Life with Coach Blanche, we tackle a question every believer faces: How do we live boldly for Christ in a cancel culture society?We live in a world where speaking biblical truth can get you unfollowed, ridiculed, or silenced. Cancel culture is real. But God hasn’t called us to hide—He’s called us to shine. Christians are not called to fit in—we are called to be set apart. The Holy Spirit gives us boldness. Through scriptures like Galatians 1:10, 1 John 2:15–17, and Philippians 1:21, Coach Blanche unpacks how to stand firm in yo...
2025-09-0532 min
Casting The Net - Reeling In Holistic HealthForgiveness Without Forgetting How Forgiveness Can Set You FreeWhat if the person who hurt you never apologizes? Could you still find peace?This Monday on Casting the Net, I’m joined by Coach Blanche DiDomenico — an author, speaker, and life coach who turned pain into purpose. Together, we unpack:✅ The truth about forgiveness and boundaries✅ Why letting go isn’t the same as condoning✅ How to love from afar while protecting your peaceShe shares how faith, boundaries, and a heart for service helped her turn pain into purpose.If you’ve ever struggled with the question:💭 How do I forgive when...
2025-09-0448 minCasting The Net - Reeling In Holistic HealthForgiveness Without Forgetting How Forgiveness Can Set You FreeWhat if the person who hurt you never apologizes? Could you still find peace?This Monday on Casting the Net, I’m joined by Coach Blanche DiDomenico — an author, speaker, and life coach who turned pain into purpose. Together, we unpack:✅ The truth about forgiveness and boundaries✅ Why letting go isn’t the same as condoning✅ How to love from afar while protecting your peaceShe shares how faith, boundaries, and a heart for service helped her turn pain into purpose.If you’ve ever struggled with the question:💭 How do I forgive when...
2025-09-0448 min
Casting The Net - Reeling In Holistic Health - Mondays With Coach RiceForgiveness Without Forgetting How Forgiveness Can Set You FreeWhat if the person who hurt you never apologizes? Could you still find peace?This Monday on Casting the Net, I’m joined by Coach Blanche DiDomenico — an author, speaker, and life coach who turned pain into purpose. Together, we unpack:✅ The truth about forgiveness and boundaries✅ Why letting go isn’t the same as condoning✅ How to love from afar while protecting your peaceShe shares how faith, boundaries, and a heart for service helped her turn pain into purpose.If you’ve ever struggled with the question:💭 How do I forgive when I can’t forget?…this conversation is for you.Her heart...
2025-09-0448 minRISE TayoLeaving Comfort Behind: How USRN Cristina Chose Obedience and FaithIn this deeply personal and powerful episode of Rise Tayo, Coach Blanche sits down with her spiritual mentor, Cristina — a Filipino-American nurse who gave up her comfortable life in the U.S. to answer God’s call to ministry in the Philippines.Cristina has been a huge part of Blanche’s own faith journey. Years ago, she prayed over her for two hours during a powerful deliverance session. As a true prayer warrior rooted in God’s Word, Cristina continues to stand on the promise of Revelation 12:11: “And they overcame him by the blood...
2025-09-031h 02RISE TayoPassing On Our Roots: Raising Filipino-American Kids with Faith and Purpose "How do we raise our kids to thrive in America without losing the roots of our Filipino faith and heritage? Let’s talk about building a legacy of purpose for the next generation." Parenting in a bicultural home is both a blessing and a challenge. As Filipino-American parents, we want our children to thrive in America—yet we don’t want them to lose the faith, values, and heritage that shaped us.In this episode of Rise Tayo, Coach Blanche shares the joys and struggles of raising kids in a bicultural household, the importance of passing...
2025-08-2817 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheGod’s Redemption Story: Pamela’s Journey from Pain to PurposeIn this powerful episode of The Anointed Life with Coach Blanche, I sit down with Pamela — an author, speaker, and retired travel nurse whose life story mirrors the Samaritan woman in John 4.From an early encounter with Jesus at just 5 years old, to walking through marital abuse, the devastating loss of her daughter, divorce, widowhood, and raising three children alone — Pamela’s journey is one of heartbreak, resilience, and ultimate redemption. Today, she and her husband lead a thriving marriage ministry, and she shares her testimony in her new book,My Journey Beyond the Well.If...
2025-08-2750 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheVisions of Jesus, Victory in Battle: Pastor Henry on Prayer and Spiritual WarfareGet ready for a Holy Spirit-filled conversation that will ignite your faith and equip you for battle! In this powerful episode of The Anointed Life with Coach Blanche, I sit down with Pastor Henry Nwaneri—renowned author, prophetic teacher, and lead pastor of Jesus House International Ministries.From a radical encounter with Jesus at the age of 16 to decades of ministry across more than 60 nations, Pastor Henry carries a mandate to awaken the Church to the power of prayer and victory in Christ. His story of supernatural visions, Holy Spirit baptism, and walking in prophetic au...
2025-08-201h 21The Anointed Life with Coach BlancheWhy Satan Attacks Marriages: How to Fight Back Spiritually & Protect Your LegacyWelcome back to The Anointed Life — where faith meets purpose and overcomers rise into everything God has for them. I’m your host, Coach Blanche, and today we’re diving into a bold, much-needed truth:Marriage is spiritual. And that’s exactly why Satan attacks it.In this episode, we expose the real reason your marriage might feel under attack — and it’s not just about communication issues. It’s spiritual warfare. But God has given you the tools to fight back — in truth, in unity, and with Kingdom strategy.You’ll learn:Why m...
2025-08-1319 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheFrom Flamenco to Freedom: How Jesus Healed Stacy and Led Her into Spirit-Led Counseling MinistryIn this powerful episode of The Anointed Life with Coach Blanche, we welcome Stacy—a woman of Persian Armenian and Jewish roots who didn’t grow up knowing Jesus… until a divine encounter at a Flamenco dance class changed everything.Raised in a culturally rich but spiritually disconnected home, Stacy battled emotional wounds for years. But one moment of authenticity from a believer lit the spark that led her to Christ—and into a life of freedom, healing, and Spirit-led purpose.Now a licensed Pastoral Counselor and certified Genesis Process specialist, Stacy helps women and couples...
2025-07-3049 minRISE TayoFaith in the Storms of Life: Rachel’s Testimony of Grief, Grace, and God's StrengthIn this heartfelt episode of the Rise Tayo Podcast, Coach Blanche sits down with Rachel—a Filipino immigrant whose first year in the U.S. was marked by deep tragedy. Just 8 months into her marriage, Rachel’s husband was diagnosed with cancer. Then came the passing of her mother, followed by her father—an honorable pastor who raised her in faith.Despite the grief, Rachel’s faith was shaken but never shattered. Grounded in Scripture and anchored in hope, she shares how God prepared her heart long before the storms came."W...
2025-07-2229 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheAre You Religious or Truly in Relationship with Jesus? Discover the DifferenceHey beautiful friends—and welcome to The Anointed Life with me, Coach Blanche DiDomenico. In today’s episode, we’re tackling a powerful truth: Are you living in religious performance or real relationship with Jesus?We’ll unpack five key differences between religiosity and intimacy with Christ:Rules vs. Grace – Are you striving to earn God's love or responding to His love with obedience?Image vs. Intimacy – Are you more focused on looking holy or truly knowing Him?Performance vs. Presence – Are you busy for God or resting with Him?Co...
2025-07-1929 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheYour Nursing License Isn’t Your Limitation... it’s Your Launchpad For Your Calling!Feeling stuck in your nursing career? Like your only choices are long shifts, limited roles, or toxic workplaces?In this real and faith-filled episode, Coach Blanche shares her powerful testimony of how she left the bedside, stepped out of a small town with limited nursing opportunities, and trusted God for more.From working as a hospice nurse, becoming a Certified Case Manager, and finally landing a remote role in 2018 at one of the largest healthcare companies in the U.S., Blanche’s story is...
2025-07-1211 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheUprooting the Real Problem: The Hidden Roots of Resentment, Unforgiveness & AddictionSo many of us are trying to heal what's on the surface—but never deal with the root underneath. In this powerful episode, Coach Blanche uncovers the deeper causes behind resentment, unforgiveness, and addiction. These aren’t just emotional struggles—they’re spiritual battles.You’ll learn:What the Bible says about bitterness and strongholdsHow trauma and unhealed wounds keep us stuckWhy only Jesus—not self-help—can heal and uproot these strugglesSteps to begin walking in true freedomLet the Holy Spirit guide you through the process of identifying the root, surrendering it to Christ, and embracing...
2025-07-0929 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheCultivating a Growth Mindset—God’s Way: How Christian Women Can Renew Their Minds, Rise in Identity, and Walk Boldly in Spirit-Led PurposeFriend, you weren’t called to live stuck, small, or silenced. In this powerful episode of The Anointed Life, we’ll explore how a Kingdom growth mindset is rooted in your identity in Christ and empowered by the gifts of the Holy Spirit.Drawing from my book Rise with Purpose, we’ll talk about:Why true confidence starts with who you are in Christ, not what you doHow to break free from fear, doubt, and fixed mindsets through biblical truthHow the Holy Spirit equips you with everything you need for the journey aheadP...
2025-07-0416 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheTime Stewardship: 10 Faith-Fueled Strategies to Manage Your Time Without Losing Your MindDear friend, if your days feel like a blur of busyness, burnout, and barely holding it together—this episode is for you. 🕊️In this powerful teaching, I’m sharing 10 time stewardship strategies that have helped me—as a wife, mom of 3, full-time nurse, and faith-driven coach—keep God first, honor my priorities, and still build a purpose-filled life.You don’t need more hours in the day. You need a biblical blueprint to manage your time with grace, focus, and Kingdom alignment.✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:How to prioritize...
2025-07-0122 minRISE TayoAdoption, 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 minThe Anointed Life with Coach BlancheBible 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 TayoBible 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 TayoFaith 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"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"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"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 TayoNurse 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 TayoKain 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 TayoBanig 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...
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