What happens when you do everything “right” — achieve the goals, build the career, and still feel unfulfilled?

In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, Calinnah sits down with Dr. Kat Besas to talk about the hidden cost of achievement, the immigrant pressure to succeed, and why accomplishments alone don’t always lead to purpose. They explore Filipino cultural expectations, burnout, belonging, and how service and community can help redefine what fulfillment really means.

This conversation is for anyone who feels successful on paper but empty inside — and is ready to rethink achievement, purpose, and impact.

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This episode explores how something small can turn into something meaningful.

In this conversation, Calinnah sits down with FERG.JP, founder of White Durag, to talk about culture-building, identity, sustainability, and what it really takes to protect the soul of an idea as it grows.

What began as an invite-only house party evolved into a global movement rooted in community, self-expression, and intention. They discuss setting culture instead of chasing trends, scaling without losing intimacy, the role of rest through Thanks for Sleeping, and redefining success beyond visibility.

Cozy with Calinnah is a space for the stories behind the work — the human side of building something that actually matters.

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It’s still the beginning of January — and not everything needs to be fixed right away.

In this solo episode, Calinnah reflects on self-sabotage, perfectionism, and the pressure we put on ourselves to have a perfect start to the year. Inspired by The Mountain Is You, this conversation is about learning how to step out of your own way, give yourself grace, and start from a place of awareness instead of urgency.

This is a reminder that healing yourself first can make growth feel more sustainable — and that your goals don’t disappear just because your timeline changes.

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One year ago, I set a simple goal: post one video a week for an entire year.

In this episode, I reflect on what it really took to stay consistent — the late-night edits, editing on lunch breaks, getting sick, going through a breakup, and still choosing to show up.

I also want to thank every guest who trusted me with their stories and shared their life experiences so others could learn from them. Cozy with Calinnah exists because of that openness and honesty.

I’m not sure what the future holds for Cozy with Calinnah, but before moving forward, I want to hear from you.

What were your favorite moments this season?

Which conversations stayed with you the most?

Thank you for listening, watching, and supporting this past year.

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Christmas looks different for me these days.

My family is still loving and close — they just live in another country — and over time, the holidays have taken on a quieter, more reflective meaning. In this solo episode of Cozy with Calinnah, I talk about distance, chosen family, shifting traditions, and learning that being alone doesn’t always mean being lonely.

This is a conversation about how family evolves, how traditions change as we grow up, and how Christmas can still feel meaningful — even when it doesn’t look the way it used to.

If the holidays feel different for you this year, I hope this episode reminds you that nothing is wrong. Sometimes it’s just a new season.

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In this episode of Cozy with Calinnah, I sit down with Kimberly, aka Dandy Eats, to talk about food, healing, nostalgia, and how her journey as a food blogger evolved alongside social media itself.

Dandy opens up about surviving childhood leukemia, chemotherapy cravings, and a small but unforgettable moment — eating Doritos while watching the Super Bowl just before finding out she was cancer-free. We talk about how food became comfort, memory, and joy during a time when eating wasn’t easy, and how that experience shaped her relationship with food.

We also dive into her evolution from early food blogging (before Stories, trending audio, and virality) to becoming a food influencer by paying attention to platforms, algorithms, and storytelling as social media changed over time. This conversation explores resilience, growth, Filipino food culture, and what it means to fully live through food.

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Gigi Torres spent years navigating an industry with impossible standards — from body image expectations to pressure to fit a specific mold. Instead of shrinking herself, she chose to build her own lane.

In this episode, Gigi shares how she turned rejection into purpose, why she created her own dance company and mentorship programs, and how understanding your core values can protect your creativity and keep you from burning out.

We talk about:

• The audition that changed her life

• Breaking free from industry standards

• Reinventing yourself as a creative

• What makes a truly great student

• Why resilience matters more than talent

• Choosing not to have a backup plan

• How core values guide long-term success

Follow Gigi on Instagram: @geegtorres

New episodes of Cozy with Calinnah every Thursday.

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In this episode, multidisciplinary artist Kiyomi Fukui Nannery opens up about her printmaking process, the natural pigments she creates from plants, and how growing up in Japan shaped her relationship with identity and belonging. She also shares how the passing of her mom transformed her art, her healing, and her purpose as a creator.

A conversation on memory, culture, loss, and the power of creativity to help us understand ourselves.

Follow Kiyomi: @kiyomimiz

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This special episode was filmed at the Butterfly Effect event — a gathering focused on how tiny actions can create massive transformation. I interviewed 7 attendees and artists, each with their own intention for being there: some came to observe, some to learn, some to step out of their comfort zone, and some were ready to take their next big step.

At the end, the tables turned and they asked me why I started Cozy with Calinnah and how this podcast began earlier this year. I challenged myself to release one episode every week… and I’m proud to say I’ve stayed consistent.

Posting this on Thanksgiving feels right — this episode reflects how gratitude and tiny steps have shaped my entire year. Trying something new opened doors I never expected, and this podcast became one of my greatest gifts.

Thank you to everyone who shared their story.

Keep growing, keep glowing — and stay cozy.

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Dr. Arnel Calvario Ripkens has been a cornerstone of the dance community for over 30 years. From founding Kaba Modern to leading Culture Shock, managing iconic crews, and bridging artistry with occupational therapy, his impact spans generations.

In this episode, we talk about the evolution of dance, the rise of social media, Filipino representation, valuing yourself as an artist, and why great leaders stay lifelong learners. Arnel shares the wisdom behind three decades of service, creativity, and purpose.

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Website: drarnel.com

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