Thirsty and Thirty

"Our romantic relationships affect who we are and the places that we go or where we don't go." -Krystl Fabella, founder of Filipina on The Rise, a podcast that spotlights successful Filipinas in different industries. Krystl Fabella is a woman on a mission to create a lasting impact. Join us as she candidly shares her personal journey, starting with her transformative experience of breaking free from a toxic relationship. Throughout our conversation, Krystl unveils the all-too-familiar cycle many women encounter. Moments 01:14 Dating as a recruitment process 07:36 The story of Filipina on The Rise 19:59 Best tip on personal relationships 21:26 Family dynamics 27:53 What was she like in her younger years 32:42 The cycle of toxic relationships Krystl Fabella's platform: https://www.instagram.com/filipinaontherise Newsletter: ⁠https://thirstythirty.substack.com/⁠ Website: ⁠http://thirstyandthirty.club/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://instagram.com/thirstyandthirty.club⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thirstyandthirty⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/thirstyandthirty⁠ Become a member: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirty

After Honey broke up with her long-term boyfriend of eight years, she was ready to give up on love. Here come's Toto, her now husband. This episode is all about their love story and how he made her believe in love again. In this episode, we talk about: Finding love again Being set-up Timing and laying out your cards Navigating long distance relationships Marriage What's the best and worst love advice you've gotten? Newsletter: https://thirstythirty.substack.com/ Website: http://thirstyandthirty.club/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/thirstyandthirty.club Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirstyandthirty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thirstyandthirty Donate to smarter love: https://thirstyandthirty.helixpay.ph

On women taming men: “We're so astonished by a lion. And the author (John Eldredge, Wild At Heart) was connecting men to lions…the wild lion. A girl would be attracted to a lion. But once she gets the lion, she would tame it and the lion would lose its ferocity. It's what attracted her to him.” JPaul Hernandez is a podcaster and author focused on the self-development of men. In this episode, we talk to him about: Why we love ‘bad boy projects' His love story Dealing with abuse, vices, and cheating Collectivism in Filipino families Birth order theory and its effect on relationships Micro-habits for healthier relationships. Follow him: https://www.instagram.com/jpaulhernandez/ https://linktr.ee/jpaulhernandez Newsletter: https://thirstythirty.substack.com/ Website: http://thirstyandthirty.club/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/thirstyandthirty.club Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirstyandthirty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thirstyandthirty Donate to smarter love: https://thirstyandthirty.helixpay.ph

"Dating is like applying for a job. And yourself is your cv. Do you want to submit a boring resume?" - Angely Dub  Angely is a self-made entrepreneur. And she is on an adventure to enjoy her single life! She is also a fellow podcaster with her show, Life in Progress.  This episode is our year-ender special, where we give no BS advice to face your dating life. Our favorite tips: invest in yourself and have a good checklist.  We covered topics like:  How to deal with nosy people  Positive dating mindsets A good checklist for a partner  Share this episode with other single friends who want to enjoy dating this 2023. https://www.angelydub.com https://travelwithaccess.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/thirstyandthirty.club Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirstyandthirty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thirstyandthirty Website: http://thirstyandthirty.club/ Newsletter: https://thirstythirty.substack.com/ Donate to smarter love: https://thirstyandthirty.helixpay.ph Article: If You Can't Find a Spouse Who Supports Your Career, Stay Single  https://hbr.org/2017/10/if-you-cant-find-a-spouse-who-supports-your-career-stay-single

In this epiosode, we dive into manifesting love by loving ourselves. Self-love, soulmates, law of attraction, manifestation are all words we've heard before. But the big question is, how do we make these words work for us? Our guest tonight is Sanaiyah Gurnamal, founder and host of the podcast Project Loving Myself. Spotify Philippines #1 Trending and top 50 podcasts. Share this episode with someone who needs to hear this. Instagram: https://instagram.com/thirstyandthirty.club Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirstyandthirty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thirstyandthirty Website: http://thirstyandthirty.club/ Newsletter: https://thirstythirty.substack.com/ Donate to smarter love: https://thirstyandthirty.helixpay.ph

"When we say something, I feel like we actually mean it, unless it's like a fight, then we can be a bit passive aggressive." -Luis Degu on how men communicate Join us as we recap season one, the season that we believe made us actually smarter in love. In this episode, we cover: • A caller's problem on how to communicate with her partner of almost 10 years • Sending mixed signals • Decoding what men and women say • Practical tips on communication • Communicating non-negotiables • Ultimatums Share this episode with someone who needs to hear this. Instagram: https://instagram.com/thirstyandthirty.club Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirstyandthirty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thirstyandthirty Website: http://thirstyandthirty.club/ Newsletter: https://thirstythirty.substack.com/ Donate to smarter love: https://thirstyandthirty.helixpay.ph

Welcome to the first every episode of Thirsty and Thirty. Join us as we recap season one, the season that we believe made us actually smarter in love.  In this episode, we cover: How to date virtually How to turn an online relationship to a real world relationship We also answer some fun questions from our live viewers! Share this episode with a friend or partner who needs to hear this conversation. Instagram  Thirstyandthirty@gmail.com Website  Make a donation so we can continue our smarter love research.

Lissy Puno, a relationship expert, told us, "86% of couples that are subjected to infidelity can recover." There is hope. We know infidelity is such a timely and evergreen topic. So, we interview her about her best-selling book, Affairs Don't Just Happen. In this episode, we cover: The reasons men and women cheat How to prevent infidelity How to stay attracted to one person for a long time This is a deep dive on all things infidelity! Share this episode with a friend or partner who needs to hear this conversation. Instagram Thirstyandthirty@gmail.com Website Make a donation so we can continue our smarter love research.

Let's talk about easing your love and dating anxieties. In part one of this conversation, we talk about when to say, "I love you" for the first time and advice you would give your perpetually heartbroken bestie. You need to this very special episode with Inka! Stay Thirsty Instagram Thirstyandthirty@gmail.com Website Make a donation so we can continue our smarter love research.

"If you are jealous, maybe, you do need to express some sort of boundaries to them." -Rex De Guzman Meet Rex De Guzman, a Filipino chef based in the UK. He is an entrepreneur of Turo Turo, a food business that promotes Filipino cuisine. As we dig deeper after part 1, we talk about: Jealousy Cheating How some men compartmentalize sex Right time, right place, right person Readiness for a relationship Tell us, what is the most common dating problem you are dealing with? Guest Quotes: "If you're too rigid, it's not considerate of the other person's feelings." "Some guys don't wanna get rejected. So they'll say things to get what they want, whether it is just to get you in bed or to, you know, build a relationship." Thirsty and Thirty Resources Our episode with Mo Twister Stay Thirsty Instagram Thirstyandthirty@gmail.com Website Make a donation so we can continue our smarter love research.

"For me, have trust and then if the trust is broken, of course it's damaging." -Rex De Guzman Meet Rex De Guzman, a Filipino chef based in the UK. He is an entrepreneur of Turo Turo, a food business that promotes Filipino cuisine. As we get to know his dating history, we talk about: Cooking as a language of love How to support someone with a busy schedule Compatibility and practicality Cryptic communication Guest Quotes: "[Cooking] It is a home skill that everyone wants in a a partner." "For me, have trust and then if the trust is broken, of course it's damaging." "Boundaries are good, but I think it comes in waves." Thirsty and Thirty Resources Engagement Chicken Thirsty Women Ask Me Anything - Sabayan With Victor Stay Thirsty Instagram Thirstyandthirty@gmail.com Website Make a donation so we can continue our smarter love research.

“If he doesn't know what he wants, he won't commit." -Vince Velasco Meet Vince Velasco, a multifaceted man. He is a host, trainer, geek and sports enthusiast. We start with a little ice breaker but then we dig deeper. We talk about: Ultimatums Relationship timelines Characteristics to look for before committing Certainty Guest Quotes: "When we're in our thirties, we feel like we're wasting our time after a certain point there. So, give the ultimatum. Yes, it works. But only after a certain number of experiences and certain number of time." "You don't necessarily know what your priorities are and you also don't know where you wanna be five or ten years from now, and that's gonna damage the person you're in a relationship with it, because what happens if your priorities change throughout time?" What's your takeaway from this episode? Let us know by sending us a message on Instagram or email us at thirstyandthirty@gmail.com. Keep updated at: thirstyandthirty.club Or be a member at thirsty and thirty helix page.

“The chase is still fun. The thrill is still fun. Because if you do end up with that girl, you don't want to end up from zero to hundred, kaagad." -Vince Velasco  Meet Vince Velasco, a multifaceted man. He is a host, trainer, geek and sports enthusiast. We start with a little ice breaker but then we dig deeper. We talk about:  His dating history  Experience as a teacher Determining a relationship  Timelines  What attracts men to women: Clarity, Confidence and Communication  Listening to intuition Mixed signals  Let us know what you think by sending us a message on Instagram or email us at thirstyandthirty@gmail.com. Keep updated at: thirstyandthirty.club Or be a member at thirsty and thirty helix page.  Thirsty & Thirty resources: Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man: What Men Really Think About Love, Relationships, Intimacy, and Commitment by Steve Harvey (We reference this briefly!) 

"If you're immature, please don't get married yet." - Justin Quirino Meet Justin Quirino, a high school heartthrob and Candy Cutie in our teen years. He is also a successful podcaster and host today. He is our first guest in Mind of Man. And we thought we would tease him about the good old high school days. But this smooth talker turned out to be a deep talker. Instead, Ciari and I are schooled that men can get vulnerable and that there's more to learn. In part 2, we talk about: Praying for a good partner What makes someone relationship worthy or marriage material The 50 questions to ask before getting married How not to romanticize marriage and put the good kind of work Advice he got from church on keeping a marriage alive The innate impulse of men to provide Let us know what you think by sending us a message on Instagram or email us at thirstyandthirty@gmail.com. Keep updated at: thirstyandthirty.club Or be a member at thirsty and thirty helix page. Thirsty & Thirty resources: 50 questions to ask before marriage Wild at Heart Revised and Updated: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul by John Eldredge The Meaning of Marriage by Timothy Keller Matthew McConaughey's Best Actor Speech

Meet Justin Quirino, a high school heartthrob and Candy Cutie in our teen years. He is also a successful podcaster and host today. He is our first guest in Mind of Man. And we thought we would tease him about the good old high school days. But this smooth talker turned out to be a deep talker. Instead, Ciari and I are schooled that men can get vulnerable and that there's more to learn. We talked about: How our childhood impacts our dating life How we first interact with the opposite sex How to deal with attention If you should stroke your partner's ego How to deal with heartbreak Justin's Origin Story Let us know what you think by sending us a message on Instagram or email us at thirstyandthirty@gmail.com. Keep updated at: thirstyandthirty.club Or be a member at: thirsty and thirty helix page Part 2 will come out this Saturday.

Our IG live was so good with Coach Vee that we decided to publish it as a bonus episode. Here are some common questions we get: 1:00 How do you deal with a perverted text after the first date? 4:32 How can you tell if they like you back? 6:20 Do you believe dating is a numbers game? 9:00 What if you want them to be more proactive on planning dates? 12:45 How do you sustain an LDR? 17:18 Should one go out with a foreigner in the Philippines that may leave soon? 19:46 How do you stop someone from interviewing you for a job position as a future boyfriend or husband? SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US

One of the Thirsty and Thirty cohosts is embarking on a dating journey. Listen in as Bea tells us the lowdown on her 52 date challenge. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Meet Jesse. This is her very first blind date! She meets both Franco and Franz because one guy ghosted us. Tune in for the kilig and dating tips. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Meet Franz and Sofia. Two singles ready to date again. This is their FIRST ever blind date. Tune in for the banter and dating tips. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Meet Franco and Marga. Two singles ready to date again. This is their FIRST ever blind date. Tune in for the kilig and dating tips. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

We talk to Megan Young and Mikael Daez on the truth behind relationship goals and why playing games didn't work for them. Also, we learn this new term, "Artificial Serendipity" Ladies and gents, you need to hear this! Questions we asked: How did you know he or she is The One? What are the top qualities you should look for in a partner? What made you keep your engagement private? What are your fighting styles? How can you match your communication styles? #meganyoung #mikaeldaez #relationshipgoals #love #5stagesoflove SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Show your love with a tip or become a member by clicking this link! Meet Janeena Chan, a thriving woman we love. She is a TV host, podcaster, and so much more. This is a light, fun and motivating chat. We talk about:

In the second part of our conversation, FQ mom talks about her 6 weddings, evolution, and she answers some listener questions! about debt and many more. Show your love with a tip or become a member by clicking this link! Help us continue our deep dive into the complicated world of modern love. https://thirstyandthirty.helixpay.ph/ https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirty

Show your love with a tip or become a member by clicking this link! Money ranks right up there when it comes to what couples fight about.

Show your love with a tip or become a member by clicking this link! Our guests tonight is our very own Ciari and her boyfriend Mike. They matched on Bumble in 2019, after years of consistency and sending Panda Express Orange Chicken from California to Manila, they now have a thriving real life relationship. Listen in as they talk about building their relationship virtually and sustaining a long distance romance. Help us continue our deep dive into the complicated world of modern love- https://thirstyandthirty.helixpay.ph/ https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirty SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Show your love with a tip or become a member by clicking this link! Today's guests are BTS and KPOP fans— Monica Tobias, Kitty Bunag, Reggie Calo (who is joined by his girlfriend Katz Salao). They talk to us about what's behind the fandom of the Korean wave. Let's ask ourselves: What are our standards? And, are you going to be ok with your current situation 50 years from now? Listen as we discuss: Toxic masculinity Vulnerability Dating in our 20s and 30s To settle or not How attraction is influenced by culture Having me time versus couple time And the ultimate lesson: Your standards should be, somebody who respects you and somebody who's going to love you the way you should be loved. Help us continue our deep dive into the complicated world of modern love- https://thirstyandthirty.helixpay.ph/ https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirty SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Show your love with a tip or become a member by clicking this link! Meet AFAM hunter who started a Facebook page sharing her experiences dating foreigners. AFAM is slang for expat or foreigner. We talk about her travels (51 countries!), body positivity, flirting and self-confidence tips. We talk about:

Show your love with a tip or become a member by clicking this link! Meet Robi Domingo & Maiqui Pineda, a 30-something-year-old couple. He is a tv host and celebrity. Maiqui used to work in the finance industry. She is now a digital video content producer. This is their love story. We talk about:

Show your love with a tip or become a member by clicking this link! We talk to author Mae Coyiuto about her upcoming novel. We also talk about the fun and painful ways we get set up by our friends and family. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Listen in as we talk to filipino and fil-chi couple, Adi and Pia, navigating the rough waters of cross-cultural dating. We get sound advice about fighting for your love, communication, and going with the flow. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

What happens when you have a sugar baby, an anthropologist, and 2 thirsty women in one conversation? A fun, open, and insightful chat with zero judgement. Join us as we talk about this taboo topic! Help us continue our deep dive into the complicated world of modern love- https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirtySUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

When do you really know if someone is The One?! And how do you know if you should give a relationship a second chance? We invited Bea Fabregas Ramos and Nikko Ramos to share their unique and enduring love story. We talk to them about so many practical topics: •compatibility •forgiveness •relationship do's and dont's And so much more. Take down notes, thirsty friends. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

The title of our episode is inspired by Pia Wurtzbach's winning answer. Our guest Pia is that answer personified. Are you struggling with your confidence right now? Or, do you want to feel more comfortable in your own skin? We chat with Pia, a 20-something thriving woman, who was born without a right arm. We also have Jess, her best friend who also struggles with body confidence. Listen as they share with us their story and how they worked on their confidence to be the women they are today. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Are you single?! We invited Victoria Fenelle August 18, Wednesday, 9 PM, to give us tips on how to enjoy the single life.

Are you selosa or seloso? Have there been moments in your personal life that made you more jealous? You know, being jealous is a natural and common experience. The key here is how you handle it. Help us continue our deep dive into the complicated world of modern love- https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirty SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

This episode is not just about what women really want, but it is also what women NEED TO HEAR! We are joined but the beautiful Angelika Schmeing who gives us sound advice on the importance of prioritizing yourself and how to thrive in a relationship. This is for all you women who need a boost of confidence! SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Here's a throwback to one of our favorite episodes from season 1. Re-edited for your listening pleasure. We've cheated. And, we've been cheated on. The question is: should we move on? Or, should we save the relationship? Our special guest and the Philippine's renowned sex therapist, DR MARGIE HOLMES, will school us on infidelity. Grab your tita, your friend, your sister, your mate, any human being. This is a conversation that's too good not to hear. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Why do brands like Canon Philippines continue to overlook women? Let's discuss the brands choice in choosing an ALL MALE lineup for their new campaign. Do we still live in a male-dominated world?! Are women given a bigger hurdle to jump? Where's the diversity? Equality is not always picture perfect. We invited three brilliant photographers to share their thoughts on a recent campaign of a big brand that listed all-male ambassadors.

We were so excited to have a chat with Sam Oh. She did not disappoint, she is such a ray of sunshine! Listen in on this interesting and fun converstion. We'll be talking about her experience with egg freezing and why she changed her mind about it. Sometimes, it's all about God's perfect timing and just letting the universe do its thing.

We take control of our ticking clock by giving you the 101 on egg freezing. We kickoff our special series with Dr. Aubrey Señeris of Konsulta.md and a friend of ours, Tisha, who is single and freezing her eggs this 2021.

Meet Marvin and Annika. This amazing couple has a love story that is straight out of a romcom. They met virtually while on opposite sides of the world and met in person 2 months after. Listen in as we talk about their secrets to navigating a long distance relationship (LDR), virtual dating, and their incredible first date! This episode is for all you hopeless romantics who believe in happily ever after! SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Help us continue our deep dive into the complicated world of modern love- https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirty Who remembers our catfishing episode? We guested Jzan Tero. And towards the end of the episode, we got a sneak peek into her budding relationship with Dorian. Less than a year after, they made it work by crossing borders to see each other. We'll ask about their secrets to a sustainable pandemic romance. Catfishing Episode with Jzan: https://youtu.be/bwbaV_hDESE

Help us continue our deep dive into the complicated world of modern love- https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirty Who remembers our catfishing episode? We guested Jzan Tero. And towards the end of the episode, we got a sneak peek into her budding relationship with Dorian. Less than a year after, they made it work by crossing borders to see each other. We'll ask about their secrets to a sustainable pandemic romance. Catfishing Episode with Jzan: https://youtu.be/bwbaV_hDESE

This special conversation with Divine Lee is for all you women who are pressure by their biological clock. Listen in as we talk about doing it as early as you can, living your life the the fullest, and of course handling heartbreak and finding love. Divine shares the amazing story of how she prayed for a partner and getting exactly what she asked for. Help us continue our deep dive into the complicated world of modern love- https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirty SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Help us continue our deep dive into the complicated world of modern love- https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirty We have a mother and daughter tandem—Rik Dabao and Jackie Lou Blanco. They open up on changing family values. We'll talk about how to deal with coming out, generation gap, modern family and making room for everyone's values to make a happy home.

Help us continue our deep dive into the complicated world of modern love- https://www.patreon.com/thirstyandthirty We have a mother and daughter tandem—Rik Dabao and Jackie Lou Blanco. They open up on changing family values. We'll talk about how to deal with coming out, generation gap, modern family and making room for everyone's values to make a happy home.

Meet Nicole Ponseca. The restauranteur behind Jeepney NYC/Miami and James Beard Nominee cookbook author, "I Am Filipino: And This is How We Cook." Listen in as we talk about food, business and real life. This is for any woman who wants to believe in her own essence. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Patty Tiu-Thompson & Mark Thompson are both DJs in the music industry. Having known each other since 2015 and always bumping into each other during gigs, they started talking one night and felt the spark. Their story is a reminder that connection can happen when you least expect it. They got married last July 2020 and in true style, with tattooed rings. We chat with them on their love story. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Patty Tiu-Thompson & Mark Thompson are both DJs in the music industry. Having known each other since 2015 and always bumping into each other during gigs, they started talking one night and felt the spark. Their story is a reminder that connection can happen when you least expect it. They got married last July 2020 and in true style, with tattooed rings. We chat with them on their love story. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Meet Danie Laurel. A news anchor, columnist, finance professor and mother. Listen in as we talk about feminism, equality, and love. Talk about inspiring, this is a conversation for all you women looking to look at the world with fresh eyes. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US:

Here's a tale of two cities and two sisters. We ask Nik (Manila) & Kai (Berlin) on their take on love and dating. Sometimes, even sisters, have such different views. This will be fun, candid and relatable. SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW US: