RISE Tayo

Send us Fan Mail The world is shaking. Earthquakes, disasters, political unrest, and increasing darkness remind us that life is fragile. But this episode is not about fear—it is about hope. In this Scripture-filled message, Coach Blanche shares God's loving but urgent call for every Filipino to return to Him while there is still time. Drawing from Ezekiel, Joel, Jeremiah, the Gospels, and oth...

Send us Fan Mail Our hearts are heavy. The heartbreaking school tragedy in Tacloban has left families grieving, students traumatized, and an entire nation searching for answers. In this special episode of Rise Tayo , we don't attempt to explain every "why." Instead, we turn to God's Word to discover what it teaches about the human heart, spiritual warfare, the danger of unresol...

Send us Fan Mail What would you sacrifice for your child's future? In this deeply emotional episode of Rise Tayo Podcast, we share the incredible true story of Maria "Che" Ong and her daughter, Arabella—a story of sacrifice, separation, perseverance, faith, and the Filipino immigrant dream. In 2011, Che left the Philippines with only two suitcases, $500 in her pocket, and a dream of...

Send us Fan Mail A devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake recently struck parts of Mindanao, including General Santos City, Sarangani, and surrounding areas, leaving families grieving, communities shaken, and many asking difficult questions. Where is God in times like these? What does the Bible say about earthquakes? And what did Jesus mean when He spoke about earthquakes in the last days? In this e...

Send us Fan Mail Growing up in the Philippines, nobody taught me about 401(k)s, Roth IRAs, investing, life insurance, or building wealth. Like many immigrant families, we were simply trying to survive and make the most of what we had. Now, as a wife, mother of three boys, nurse, and entrepreneur, I've found myself thinking deeply about the future—retirement, college savings, financial steward...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is for the Filipino who feels emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, anxious, lonely, or ready to give up. If you’ve ever whispered, “Pagod na ako…” please listen. In this heartfelt Rise Tayo conversation, Coach Blanche speaks honestly about the silent struggles many Filipinos carry—family pressure, immigrant loneliness, trauma, burnout, shame, and the expectation to sim...

Send us Fan Mail The Philippines is hurting. Political division, fear, distrust, and recent chaos have left many Filipinos emotionally exhausted and asking: Who can we trust? Is there hope for our nation? In this episode of Rise Tayo , I share a Christian response to the current climate in the Philippines—not from a place of political partisanship, but from biblical conviction. Yes, leadership mat...

Send us Fan Mail Trigger Warning/Disclaimer: This episode contains personal discussion around childhood wounds, emotional pain, family dysfunction, and abuse, which may be sensitive for some listeners. Please listen with care, especially if these topics are part of your own story. My heart in sharing this conversation is not to shame families, but to encourage healing, truth, and hope in Christ.  ...

Send us Fan Mail Filipinos are known for being loving, resilient, and family-oriented. But what if some of the things we normalized growing up are quietly affecting our identity, our relationships, and even our walk with God? Today, we’re having an honest conversation about toxic Filipino traits, generational patterns, and the freedom that biblical truth brings. In this episode of Rise Tayo , we t...

Send us Fan Mail In this first-ever reaction video on the Rise Tayo Podcast and YouTube, I respond to a video discussing Filipino witchcraft, kulam, and spiritual practices —not based on opinion, but grounded in the truth of God’s Word . 🙏 Disclaimer: This episode includes a video clip with language that may not reflect biblical standards. My heart is to bring truth in love and point everything b...

Send us Fan Mail   “Have you ever followed a pamahiin—not because you fully believed it, but just in case it might be true?  Or maybe… because it’s what you’ve been taught in your family for generations?”  From saying “tabi-tabi po” to avoiding certain actions out of fear of bad luck, many of us were raised with superstitions that became part of our everyday lives. But the question is… Are these h...

Send us Fan Mail  “What if the way we’ve been praying and following tradition… isn’t actually in line with the Word of God?”  Did you grow up believing that prayer had to look a certain way— holding a statue, offering something, or repeating the same words over and over? But what if… that’s not actually what the Bible teaches? In this episode of the Rise Tayo Podcast , Coach Blanche lovingly unpac...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Rise Tayo , I sit down with my college friend, Cel Ryan—from our days at Andres Bonifacio College in Dipolog City—to share a testimony of faith, resilience, and God’s faithfulness through life’s most difficult seasons. Cel shares how his journey with Jesus began after high school through a missionary, and how his family remained steadfast in their faith...

Send us Fan Mail  In a world where truth is constantly questioned, we are not called to raise silent children—we are called to raise children who are not ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ.  (Part 4 – Final Episode of Building Strong Filipino-American Families Rooted in Christ) In this final episode of our March series, Building Strong Filipino-American Families Rooted in Christ, we talk about...

Send us Fan Mail (Part 3 of Building Strong Filipino-American Families Rooted in Christ) In Part 3 of our March series, Building Strong Filipino-American Families Rooted in Christ , we talk about one of the most powerful ways parents disciple their children— modeling faith at home . Scripture reminds us in James 1:22 , “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”...

Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of our March series, Building Strong Filipino-American Families Rooted in Christ , we talk about a truth every parent must wrestle with: our children’s eternity matters more than their achievements. Many children grow up under pressure to perform—good grades, accomplishments, and success. While hard work and education are important, Scripture reminds us that our greatest...

Send us Fan Mail (Part 1 of Building Strong Filipino-American Families Rooted in Christ Series) In this opening episode of our March series, we lay the foundation for raising children intentionally in today’s culture. Rooted in Proverbs 22:6 — “Train up a child in the way he should go…” — this episode explores what it truly means to guide our children spiritually with purpose and clarity. We talk...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 4 of our Two Cultures, One Covenant series on the Rise Tayo Podcast, we address one of the most misunderstood—and often debated—topics in marriage: biblical roles, power, and expectations. In intercultural marriages, cultural assumptions about leadership, submission, and gender roles often create tension. Many couples struggle not because they lack love, but because the...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 3 of our Two Cultures, One Covenant series on the Rise Tayo Podcast, we tackle one of the most sensitive—and often unspoken—sources of conflict in intercultural marriages: family, in-laws, loyalty, and boundaries. In many Filipino-American marriages, tension arises not because of a lack of love, but because of different cultural expectations around family. What one cult...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 2 of our Two Cultures, One Covenant series on the Rise Tayo Podcast , we address one of the most common—and painful—struggles in intercultural marriages: communication . Why does silence feel safe to one spouse but hurtful to the other?  Why does directness feel honest to one spouse but harsh to the other? In Filipino-American marriages, conflict is often not about the...

Send us Fan Mail In 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 fe...

Send us Fan Mail In 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...

Send us Fan Mail In 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...

Send us Fan Mail In 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 Unite...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Rise Tayo . As we step into a new year, I wanted to pause and reflect—not just on what changed in 2025, but on how God met us in the middle of loss, transition, and new beginnings. Last year began with deep grief in our family, but it also became a year of unexpected open doors, finding my voice, and discovering community where we finally felt at home. This episode...