Soulful Feasts with Stephanie Zubiri

What if it's not too late? At 32, after successful careers in investment banking, nonprofit work, and entrepreneurship, Dr. CC Rowell made a decision that would completely change the course of her life: she went back to school to pursue medicine. Eight years later, after med school, residency, self-doubt, culture shock, a global pandemic, and countless sacrifices, she is on the cusp of becomin...

“I knew I’d be wearing white. I knew there would be flowers. But I didn’t know I’d be walking down the aisle at his funeral.” After losing her husband Stephen Ku to stage 4 lung cancer just months after their wedding—and losing both her parents during the pandemic in the span of a year—Parul Shah found herself drowning in grief, anger, and numbness. In this deeply raw conversation with Stephanie Z...

What happens when the person who empowers others has to step back and heal themselves? In this beautifully raw episode, Stephanie sits down with She Talks Asia co-founder and Chief Growth Officer of Maude Labs , Victoria Herrera. Victoria opens up about her profound journey through grief, overcoming the fear of being seen, and healing past trauma from the competitive modeling industry and childhoo...

"I looked in the mirror and I couldn't find her—not just the beauty queen, but the woman behind the eyes." After hitting a rock bottom that saw her battling endometriosis, a 40-pound weight gain, and a marriage that felt like a "negative balance" of respect, Priscilla Meirelles decided she was done being a martyr. In this episode, she joins Stephanie Zubiri to explain why r...

Still stuck in a scarcity mindset? What if the secret to manifesting more is to stop gatekeeping and start sharing? In this episode of Soulful Feasts , Stephanie sits down with life coach Kimi Lu to explore how to shift from scarcity into a true abundance mindset—and why holding back ideas, opportunities, or support may be blocking what’s meant for you. Together, they unpack how alignment, authent...

In this episode of Soulful Feasts , we talk about something so many women feel—but rarely say out loud: losing yourself in motherhood. Stephanie sits down with wellness advocate Amanda Jacob for a raw and honest conversation about grief, postpartum depression, identity loss, and the pressure to keep it all together—even when you’re falling apart inside. Together, they explore what it really takes...

What does it really look like to build a life and business that feel aligned? For this 100th episode of Soulful Feasts, the tables turn. For the first time, Stephanie Zubiri is the one being interviewed—by Scott, her partner and the person who knows her most intimately. What unfolds is an honest, unfiltered conversation on what it means to be a founder, to take the leap into building something fro...

Is it just me, or does it feel like we’re back to chasing skinny again? In this deeply personal solo episode, Stephanie Zubiri opens up about a surprising campaign offer that challenged her sense of self—and sparked a bigger question: are we once again equating worth with thinness? From the rise of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic to the pressure women face to “optimize” their bodies, this conversat...

What if self-love isn’t soft, pretty, or relaxing—but raw, uncomfortable, and deeply confronting? In this episode of Soulful Feasts , Stephanie Zubiri sits down with wellness advocate Maxene Magalona to unpack the real work behind healing. From ugly cries and therapy sessions, to navigating your relationships with religion, to the courage it takes to step back from even the people you love, this c...

What does it take to leave a 13-year corporate career and bet everything on yourself? In this episode of Soulful Feasts, Stephanie Zubiri talks with Kat Bautista, COO and founder of NYMA Entertainment, about entrepreneurship, imposter syndrome, mental health, and the real challenges of building a business. From investing her retirement savings to growing a boutique agency championing Filipino tale...

What truly drives meaningful growth?  In this heartfelt conversation, Stephanie Zubiri sits down with CJ Lacsican of Grab Philippines to talk about ambition, courage, and building businesses and solutions that serve people first. From international corporate leadership to empowering Filipino drivers and entrepreneurs, CJ shares why empathy, mentorship, and brave conversations matter more than ever...

From Bridgerton to Wuthering Heights, the yearning leading man is back! But is he romantic… or emotionally unavailable? In this solo episode, Stephanie Zubiri explores the psychology of longing, contrasting obsessive love like Heathcliff with the growth-driven devotion of Mr. Darcy from Pride and Prejudice. Find out when does longing turn into possession and what does healthy desire actually look...

“Hindi lang porket babae, hindi natin kaya. Mas kaya pa.” In this deeply inspiring episode, Stephanie talks with Erlinda Trajico, a solo mom of four who defied expectations and became a MOVE IT rider partner while continuing her work as a security guard. To her, driving isn’t just about earning income. It’s about connection. From heart-to-hearts with passengers to bonding with fellow lady riders,...

Beyond the stallion lies another way. In this solo episode of Soulful Feasts, Stephanie Zubiri explores a softer lens on the Year of the Horse through the archetypes of Pegasus and Unicorn. From inspiration and spaciousness to authenticity and sovereign presence, discover how to move with elevation and integrity — not just speed. Not all seasons ask you to gallop. Some ask you to rise. ***  Soulfu...

Behind every cup of coffee is a story. In this inspiring episode, Maikee Evangelista shares how she balances a newborn baby, a full-time corporate career, and a fast-growing coffee business in Pampanga. Together with her husband, she built Morgen Kaffee from a simple espresso gift into a recognized Grab 5-Star Eats Merchant. Stephanie and Maikee dive into lessons on resilience, embracing criticism...

The Year of the Fire Horse is fast, intense, and illuminating—and how you move through it matters. In this episode of Soulful Feasts , feng shui expert Patrick Lim Fernandez joins Stephanie Zubiri to explore what this powerful year brings, how it affects each zodiac sign, practical feng shui tips, and zodiac insights to help you stay centered, healthy, and aligned. Learn how to pace your fire, pro...

What does it really mean to love yourself — not just softly, but hard? In this soul-stirring episode of Soulful Feasts , host Stephanie sits down with her soul sister, artist and creative Issa Pressman , for an honest conversation on self-love, depression, mental health, healing, creativity, and self-worth . Together, they explore dark nights of the soul , inner child healing, choosing love over f...

What does it take to carry a 38-year family legacy into the future? In this What Drives You? episode of Soulful Feasts, Stephanie sits down with Joanne Ocampo, Head of Marketing of Toll House and GrabFood Merchant-Partner, to share how a family café founded in 1988 grew into a Kapampangan culinary institution. From baked macaroni and palabok made from scratch to embracing Grab's tools and supp...

What does it really mean to stay inspired through every season of life? In this soulful, joy-filled conversation, Stephanie Zubiri sits down with creative force and longtime friend Rajo Laurel to explore inspiration as a daily practice—not a rare spark. From embracing your inner child and harnessing fear, to the power of pause, spontaneity, and the “Baby Bear” philosophy of living just right, this...

What truly drives a person to keep going after life-changing adversity? In this powerful episode of Soulful Feasts, host Stephanie Zubiri features GrabCar Driver-Partner Rio Nobleza, whose story highlights resilience, inclusion, and meaningful livelihood for persons with disabilities. After surviving a maritime accident that left him with long-term physical challenges, Rio faced years of recovery,...

A gentler New Year starts here. In this episode of Soulful Feasts , Stephanie Zubiri talks with certified Functional Nutritionist Kim King about 10 ways to shift your energy —from hydration and protein to rest, movement, emotional release, and self-compassion. They explore how energy goes beyond food, why honoring your current season matters, and how small habits can create meaningful change. A gr...

It’s a new year — but we’re not fixing ourselves here. In this solo episode of Soulful Feasts , Stephanie Zubiri invites you to release the pressure of “new year, new me” and step into something softer, truer, and more nourishing: new year, more me . Through reflection, embodied wisdom, and gentle inquiry, this episode is an invitation to come home to yourself — to honor your energy, embrace joy a...

In this solo reflection, Stephanie looks back on a year of profound contrasts—joy and grief, strength and tenderness, expansion and discomfort. From learning how the body stores emotion, to holding space for aging parents, growing children, and a purpose-driven life, this episode is an invitation to soften into what is. When we stop wishing life were different and begin accepting it as it is, joy...

Discover the power of radical love as Stephanie Zubiri speaks with author and peace activist Satish Kumar about loving without limits, choosing courage over fear, and finding peace through compassion. Stephanie shares simple ways to reconnect with nature and presence, even in the city. A grounding, heart-opening conversation for anyone seeking more meaning, mindfulness, and love in everyday life....

If someone’s judgment doesn’t sting, it doesn’t matter. But if it does sting—there’s a truth in there you’re scared to look at. In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Soulful Feasts , host Stephanie Zubiri sits down with Cat Arambulo-Antonio to dive into the experience of having a very public failure and the even more intimate work of rebuilding one’s self-worth. Cat shares the lessons she...