Notes from Somewhere

Eri Mizobe

Notes from Somewhere is a conversation-driven travel podcast about travel as lived experience – not destination guides or bucket lists, but the stories beneath the surface. Hosted by Eri, each episode explores a city, a country, or a season of life somewhere else, and the people and places that shape us. Through intimate storytelling (something Eri brings from her work in marketing), we talk culture shock, identity, and personal growth – and the lessons that stay long after you’ve left. If you love travel stories, reflective conversations, and podcasts about culture, this one’s for you.

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    002 | Growing Up Filipina American in New York — Travel, Beauty, and Career with Kristina Rodulfo

    In this episode of Notes from Somewhere, Eri sits down with Kristina Rodulfo, a Filipina American beauty writer, editor, consultant, and creator based in New York. Formerly the Beauty Director at Women’s Health and Senior Beauty Editor at ELLE, Kristina has built a career at the intersection of beauty, culture, and storytelling – advocating for more inclusive beauty standards and championing women of color in the industry. Together, they explore Kristina’s journey growing up Filipina American in New York City and how her cultural identity shaped the way she navigated both media and beauty spaces. Kristina reflects on discovering and embracing her heritage over time, the influence of culture on beauty perception, and her transition from magazine editor to independent content creator in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The conversation also touches on Kristina’s perspective on innovative and Filipina-led beauty brands, as well as the nuances of navigating culture in both professional and personal spaces – including her intercultural relationship with her Australian husband. As an avid traveler, Kristina shares how exploring the world has shaped her perspective, from carving out solo days during trips to fully immerse herself in local culture, to the importance of traveling thoughtfully and respectfully. The episode wraps with a fun lightning round where Kristina shares quick insights on beauty, travel, and identity. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Notes from Somewhere and Kristina Rodulfo 06:17 Kristina's Filipina cultural heritage and career in media 13:18 Starting a career in beauty media 20:18 Beauty, culture, and identity 26:28 Pivoting to content creation 31:59 Innovative and Filipina beauty brands 38:01 Navigating cultural differences in relationships 44:11 Solo days while traveling

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Notes from Somewhere is a conversation-driven travel podcast about travel as lived experience – not destination guides or bucket lists, but the stories beneath the surface. Hosted by Eri, each episode explores a city, a country, or a season of life somewhere else, and the people and places that shape us. Through intimate storytelling (something Eri brings from her work in marketing), we talk culture shock, identity, and personal growth – and the lessons that stay long after you’ve left. If you love travel stories, reflective conversations, and podcasts about culture, this one’s for you.