What does it take to go from near-constant rejection to becoming the lead actress in rom-coms — in an industry where Filipina faces are still rare? In this inspiring and deeply real episode, Filipina-American actress and comedian Nikki McKenzie joins Filipina on the Rise to share her story of perseverance, identity, and choosing joy in the face of “almosts.” Nikki opens up about the emotional toll of rejection in the acting world, how she found confidence in her voice and culture, and what it...
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What does it take to go from near-constant rejection to becoming the lead actress in rom-coms — in an industry where Filipina faces are still rare? In this inspiring and deeply real episode, Filipina-American actress and comedian Nikki McKenzie joins Filipina on the Rise to share her story of perseverance, identity, and choosing joy in the face of “almosts.” Nikki opens up about the emotional toll of rejection in the acting world, how she found confidence in her voice and culture, and what it...
Erika Aquino, Global Investor & Strategist - 2 Powerful Qs to start 2025, Wealth-Building Mindset, Steps to Sharing Your Story, Angel Investing 101
Filipina on the Rise
48 minutes
10 months ago
Erika Aquino, Global Investor & Strategist - 2 Powerful Qs to start 2025, Wealth-Building Mindset, Steps to Sharing Your Story, Angel Investing 101
In this episode of the Filipina on the Rise podcast, host Krystl Fabella interviews Erika Aquino, an angel investor and strategic advisor. They discuss Erika's journey, the importance of sharing personal stories, and the influence of her family background on her career. Erika emphasizes the significance of community support, the challenges of being an investor, and the need for balance in life. The conversation also touches on the concept of angel investing and how it differs from traditional...
Filipina on the Rise
What does it take to go from near-constant rejection to becoming the lead actress in rom-coms — in an industry where Filipina faces are still rare? In this inspiring and deeply real episode, Filipina-American actress and comedian Nikki McKenzie joins Filipina on the Rise to share her story of perseverance, identity, and choosing joy in the face of “almosts.” Nikki opens up about the emotional toll of rejection in the acting world, how she found confidence in her voice and culture, and what it...
