RISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience, Faith and Calling

RISE Tayo: Stories of Filipino Resilience and Calling is a faith-rooted podcast that celebrates the courage, grit, and grace of Filipino immigrants chasing their God-given purpose. Hosted by Blanche DiDomenico, a proud Filipino-American nurse, life coach, and faith-based encourager, this show features heartfelt stories of kababayans who rose from humble beginnings, overcame cultural challenges, and stepped into their calling.

Whether you’re navigating life in a new land, overcoming adversity, or still discovering your purpose, these inspiring testimonies will remind you: You are not alone, and you were born to rise.

Join us every week as we share real stories, powerful reflections, and transformational conversations grounded in faith, Filipino culture, and the RISE framework—Resilience, Impact, Service, and Empowerment.

Episodes

11 episodes

"I fell in love with an Airman!" A Filipina's Journey of Love, Faith and Military Life

In 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 chal...

June 18, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 8 • 36:01

"Infertility Became My Idol": My Sister's Faith-filled Journey dealing with PCOS

Trigger 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 he...

June 08, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 7 • 19:32

"Sino nga ba ako?" Rediscovering Your Identity in Your 40s

If 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 afte...

June 04, 2025 • 12:41

Nurse Mastery in Motion: Marj Bautista's Journey from Nursing to Entrepreneurship

In 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.

June 01, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 5 • 36:09

Kain Tayo! Why Filipino-Americans Share Not Just Food but Love

Filipinos 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...

May 28, 2025 • 10:45

From Palo to Peace: A Filipina's Journey to Complete Healing and Grace

Many 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, navigati...

May 25, 2025 • 11:37

"Mahal ko siya... but why is it so hard?": Cultural Struggles in Filipino-American Marriages

In 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 lonelines...

May 21, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 2 • 9:55

Banig Bags and Big Dreams: My Leap of Faith to America

In 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...

May 18, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 1 • 8:55