Theoretically Speaking

One of the most ubiquitous names in the Philippine fashion and media industries, Sarah Meier recounts her life course, flowing with the law of attraction. Beginning with her childhood as a third-culture girl, to how she seized the coveted role of MTV Asia VJ, following through with becoming a creative director for the fashion-forward e-commerce website Pormada, and Editor-In-Chief of Metro Magazine. Plus, how motherhood played a surprising role in her healing journey.

Filipino-American musician, entertainer and rapper february bank (Christopher Catral) gets personal on his 17-year journey as an artist. At a young age, Chris has built an aptitude for risk taking, as his family moves and lives across states in the USA. Now as an adult, the appetite for expansion has led him to corporate and musical careers, from the USA to Korea, and finally to the Philippines. As Chris shares in this episode, the life of a musician never stops evolving; through the highs and lows, living out one’s dream is a wild adventure. Follow february bank on IG @februarybank and check out his website at thefebruarybank.com.

PBA and Gilas Pilipinas player, Gabe Norwood shares his basketball journey as a Filipino African-American athlete, from his early sporting days in the USA, to his exciting career in the Philippines. Sports have always been an integral part of Gabe’s life, but beyond the prestige, it’s the relationships and camaraderie that shaped his experiences. The romance of Manila, the insider scoop of the FIBA Basketball World Cup, and embracing the role of fatherhood, Gabe dishes it all as he recounts his amazing trajectory. Follow Gabe on IG @gnorwood5.

Theoretically Speaking kicks off with some personal introductions. Get to know the hosts Victoria Herrera and Brent Javier of Next Theory while they discuss their journeys as creatives in the Philippines, including how they navigated hurdles of the marketing and influencer landscape. A mix of nostalgia, ambition, and a whole lot of quarantine soul-searching has led to this platform of inspired conversations. Follow us on Instagram  @nexttheory.