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| Episode 67 - Amey’s Story | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:53:02 | |
In this episode of The Human Experience, host Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Amey to explore her journey of self-discovery and empowerment following the abrupt end of her 29-year marriage. Amey candidly shares the challenges of navigating life as a mother, wife, and professional, only to find herself grappling with an identity crisis after her divorce. Despite the initial pain and grief, Amey turned her circumstances into a catalyst for personal growth and transformation, eventually helping other women rediscover their authentic selves. 📍This episode was recorded in London, England Key Takeaways Rediscovering Identity: From simple acts like learning what she liked to eat alone to exploring new passions such as travel, Amey slowly pieced together her true self. Empowering Others: Today, Amey uses her journey to inspire and coach other women to reclaim their identities with courage and authenticity. Finding Joy and Healing in Service: Volunteering played a key role in Amey’s healing journey, reinforcing that serving others can help mend a broken spirit. Practical Steps for Growth: Amey emphasizes the importance of holding onto personal passions and giving oneself grace in times of transition. Follow Along: Amey’s Links Chapters: Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 66 - Vanessa’s Story | 05 Nov 2024 | 01:38:44 | |
Welcome to another episode of The Human Experience! In this episode, host Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Vanessa, a former television producer who, at the height of her career, faced a life-altering illness. Vanessa's journey of unexpected blindness and paralysis, and her arduous path to recovery, reveals the extraordinary power of resilience, self-compassion, and the mind-body connection. 📍This episode was recorded in London, England Key Takeaways: Transforming Trauma into a Journey of Discovery: After an illness left Vanessa blind and paralyzed, she channeled her producer instincts to approach her recovery like a project, recording daily progress and setting small but meaningful goals. Her journey underscores how trauma can become a powerful catalyst for self-discovery. Rediscovering Vision and the Mind’s Role in Recovery: Vanessa designed her own vision exercises, challenging the brain’s adaptability and creating daily “experiments” to help retrain her sight. Her recovery experience reveals the intricate relationship between the mind and body and the importance of patience in physical and mental healing. Collaboration with Science to Understand the Brain: Vanessa’s curiosity led to collaborations with neuroscientists, resulting in art-science projects like visualizing mindfulness with brainwave data. Her story highlights how community and interdisciplinary partnerships can support individual healing and inspire larger scientific insights. Mind-Body Practices as Healing Tools: Through breathing exercises, visualization, and hypnotherapy, Vanessa found powerful methods to manage PTSD and anxiety. Her experience shows the value of exploring various mindfulness practices and finding personalized methods that resonate, especially during recovery from trauma. Nature as a Gateway to Self-Care: Vanessa’s advocacy for forest bathing—a slow, sensory-focused walk in nature—reflects her belief in nature’s restorative power. She encourages this accessible practice to help people connect with their senses, reduce stress, and find emotional balance. Compassion as a Superpower: For Vanessa, compassion was a skill she had to rediscover, not only as self-kindness but as a transformative power that enables resilience. She highlights that compassion often grows stronger through adversity and can become a profound source of inner strength. Flexibility in Healing: Customizing Mind-Body Practices: Vanessa encourages a flexible approach to healing, suggesting people try different practices (like mindfulness, nature connection, and body-based practices) to discover what best supports them. Her story champions a personalized journey in wellness and self-care. Embracing a New Normal and Giving Back: Rather than returning to her previous life, Vanessa embraced a new purpose, dedicating herself to developing wellness programs, community-led nature therapy, and science-based initiatives that inspire others to reclaim their health and well-being. Follow Along: Vanessa’s Links Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 57 - Alisa’s Story | 03 Sep 2024 | 01:08:04 | |
Trigger Warning: This episode contains detailed and graphic discussions of domestic violence, physical violence, rape, and suicide. The content may be distressing for some listeners. Please proceed with caution and take care of your mental and emotional well-being. In this episode of The Human Experience, host Jennifer Peterkin dives into the harrowing and powerful story of Alisa, a survivor of domestic violence. Alisa’s story, well-known due to its coverage on true crime shows and podcasts, is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Despite the unimaginable trauma she endured, Alisa has emerged as a speaker, author, and advocate for victims of domestic violence. This episode marks the first part of a two-part series where Alisa shares the details of her experiences, providing a raw and unfiltered look into the realities of abuse, the failings of the system, and the strength required to survive. 📍This episode was recorded in West Chester, Pennsylvania Follow Along: Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 56 - Dawn’s Story | 27 Aug 2024 | 01:27:36 | |
In this powerful episode, Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Dawn Hawkins, CEO of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE), to explore her journey into the fight against sexual exploitation. Dawn shares her personal experiences, the challenges of her work, and the incredible victories achieved through grassroots advocacy. This episode sheds light on the importance of unity, the impact of survivor-led initiatives, and the ongoing battle to hold corporations and policymakers accountable for protecting human dignity.
📍This episode was recorded in Washington D.C.
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| Episode 55 - Cecile’s Story | 20 Aug 2024 | 01:15:29 | |
In this powerful episode of The Human Experience, host Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Cecile, a woman whose life journey has taken her across continents and through profound challenges. Born in the Central African Republic, Cecile's early years were marked by a deep connection to her homeland, but her life took unexpected turns as she moved from Africa to Europe and eventually to the United States.
📍This episode was recorded near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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| Episode 54 - Crina’s Story | 13 Aug 2024 | 01:07:51 | |
In this episode of The Human Experience, host Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Crina, a remarkable woman who shares her inspiring journey from growing up in a Roma village in Romania to building a new life in the UK. Crina’s story is one of resilience, courage, and the transformative power of education.
📍This episode was recorded in Kettering, England
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| Episode 53 - Andarge’s Story | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:46:24 | |
*Editor's Note: This episode was recorded in October of last year. Since then, Andarge retired her podcast and moved out of Savannah to follow different dreams. Andarge brought so many fun stories to the table that we still wanted to share. 📍This episode was recorded in Savannah, GA
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| Episode 52 - Rachel’s Story | 31 Jul 2024 | 01:04:38 | |
In this episode of The Human Experience, host Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Rachel to share her poignant story. Rachel opens up about the profound impact of losing her mother to ALS during her teenage years. Her narrative is a touching reminder of the different ways people cope with grief and find healing. 📍This episode was recorded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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| Episode 51 - Kelvin’s Story | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:56:10 | |
In this episode of The Human Experience, host Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Kelvin, the founder of Rustic Nature Tours, to explore his journey from an aspiring diplomat to running a successful safari business in Kenya. This episode dives into Kelvin's passion for wildlife, his upbringing, and his deep commitment to conservation. 📍This episode was recorded in Nairobi, Kenya
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| Episode 50 - Becca’s Story | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:47:13 | |
In this episode, Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Becca Pearce, a former insurance executive whose life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Becca's journey from a high-powered career to founding Extend Coaching and Consulting highlights the themes of resilience, reinvention, and the power of personal transformation. 📍This episode was recorded in Towson, Maryland
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| Episode 49 - Cynthia’s Story | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:57:30 | |
Today, Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Cynthia Newberry Martin, a lawyer by training who found her true calling as a writer. Despite her legal career, Cynthia's passion for storytelling never waned, leading her to publish her first book in 2019 and subsequently win several writing awards, highlighting how writing has broadened her empathy and connection with the world. 📍This episode was recorded in Columbus, Georgia Cynthia’s Links: https://www.facebook.com/cynthianewberrymartin Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 48 - J.D.’s Story | 02 Jul 2024 | 01:34:27 | |
In this powerful episode, host Jennifer Peterkin dives into the harrowing and inspiring story of J.D. McCabe, a father of two who endured severe domestic abuse. J.D.'s journey from being trapped in an abusive marriage to finding liberation is detailed in his memoir, The Third Gift. This conversation contains discussions about domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental illness. Listener discretion is advised. 📍This episode was recorded in Charleston, South Carolina
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| Episode 65 - Samantha's Story | 29 Oct 2024 | 01:21:00 | |
In this heartfelt and deeply insightful episode, host Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Samantha, a passionate health coach and osteopath, to discuss her journey toward achieving "food freedom" and helping others do the same. Samantha shares her struggles with body image, binge eating, and restrictive dieting from a young age, and how she transformed her relationship with food and wellness. By embracing the connection between mental and physical health, Samantha now empowers others to break free from unhealthy cycles and find sustainable wellness.Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 47 - Kathy’s Story | 25 Jun 2024 | 01:05:00 | |
In this episode, host Jennifer Peterkin interviews Kathy Izard, an award-winning philanthropist, author, and speaker who recently launched her podcast, What's Your Whisper? Kathy shares her inspiring journey from being a graphic designer to becoming a prominent advocate for the homeless, an author of three nonfiction books, two children's books, and a coach helping others find their purpose. 📍This episode was recorded in Charlotte, North Carolina
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| Episode 46 - Tony’s Story | 18 Jun 2024 | 01:13:45 | |
In this episode, Tony shares his incredible journey from a small-town upbringing in Madison, Maine, to becoming a prominent figure in the Nashville music scene. He reflects on his early love for music, the pivotal moments that shaped his career, and the challenges he faced along the way. Today, Tony is a Nashville-based musician and independent producer, with multiple Grammy nominations to his name.
📍This episode was recorded in Nashville, Tennessee
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| Episode 45 - Martha’s Story | 11 Jun 2024 | 01:52:25 | |
In today’s episode, host Jennifer Peterkin is joined by the inspiring Martha Kartaoui, who endured years of spiritual and physical oppression within a religious cult. Martha’s story is one of resilience, healing, and transformation. Today’s conversation contains discussions around cults and severe abuse. Please proceed with care.
📍This episode was recorded in Durham, North Carolina
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| Episode 44 - Amy’s Story | 04 Jun 2024 | 01:30:44 | |
In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Amy Frame, a resilient and inspiring individual whose life took dramatic turns. At nine years old, Amy decided she wanted to join the military, a dream she fulfilled on her 18th birthday. However, her path was profoundly impacted by the events of September 11th, which occurred just seven days before her basic training was set to begin. Amy's journey includes high-stress military roles and a subsequent career as an ER nurse during COVID, which led her to relocate across the country for a slower pace of life and to start her own nurse coaching business. Amy's story is a testament to the power of choosing change and cultivating joy.
📍This episode was recorded in Maryville, Tennessee.
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| Episode 43 - Bruce's Story | 22 May 2024 | 01:00:06 | |
Much of Bruce's adult life was in corporate America; he moved his family around for jobs before finally settling in North Carolina and starting his own business. As he was thinking about retirement and on the cusp of selling his business, he received a cancer diagnosis. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 42 - IPV Forum | 08 May 2024 | 01:59:17 | |
This episode is a bit different than those we've done in the past; I had four guests on to discuss some of the intricacies and lesser discussed issues within Interpersonal Violence (also known as IPV) - namely, cyber stalking and parent/child alienation. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 41 - Chandrika's Story | 24 Apr 2024 | 01:35:47 | |
When Chandrika Phea went to China as a Christian missionary, she assumed her life would follow the trail that had been forged before her. An ordained minister in her own right, Chandrika grew up the daughter and granddaughter of minister's in the African American Pentecostal church. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 40 - Heidy's Story | 10 Apr 2024 | 01:11:35 | |
Heidy is the proud daughter and wife of immigrants. Though she was born an American citizen, she has spent her life around those who have immigrated to the United States in search of "The American Dream". _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 39 - Heather's Story | 26 Mar 2024 | 01:20:16 | |
When Heather and her husband found out they were pregnant with their first child, it was a time of celebration. Like many newlyweds, they were excited to start their family. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 38 - Julie's Story (Part 2) | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:55:43 | |
Julie has the kind of story that you look back on and say, how can one person have lived through so much? Growing up in an abusive household, Julie was eager to get away as soon as she had her high school diploma. But escaping your past and your trauma, aren't necessarily easy; especially when life continues to get harder. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 64 - Saloni’s Story | 22 Oct 2024 | 01:38:49 | |
In this heartfelt episode, Saloni, a former HIV and sexual health physician, shares her transformative journey from a respected career in medicine to becoming a trauma coach, focusing on EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Saloni’s story highlights the devastating impact of workplace bullying and how it led her to leave a career she was passionate about. Through her own healing process, she discovered a new purpose in motherhood, coaching, and becoming a published author of children's and young adult fiction. 📍This episode was recorded in Chester, England Thank you to Magic Mind for sponsoring this video! You have a limited offer you can use now, that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code “THE20” at checkout. You can claim it at: https://magicmind.com/the20 Follow Along: Saloni’s Links Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 37 - Julie's Story (Part 1) | 13 Mar 2024 | 01:00:53 | |
Julie has the kind of story that you look back on and say, how can one person have lived through so much? Growing up in an abusive household, Julie was eager to get away as soon as she had her high school diploma. But escaping your past and your trauma, aren't necessarily easy; especially when life continues to get harder. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 36 - Cody's Story | 27 Feb 2024 | 01:08:22 | |
Cody was a paramedic for over a decade. He spent more than ten years of seeing some of the saddest and worst parts of humanity, some of whom he knew personally. While he did so much good during that time, it left him numb, needing to dissociate and rely on alcohol to get through. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 35 - Quanisha's Story | 14 Feb 2024 | 01:00:43 | |
Quanisha is a doula operating in San Antonio Texas, as well as a leader of the San Antonio Black Doula Collective. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 34 - Mel's Story | 31 Jan 2024 | 00:54:24 | |
When Mel was a teenager, still under her parents care, she was diagnosed with a progressive autoimmune disorder. While a diagnosis like that is bound to change your life in some way, the reality was that Mel had to start thinking about what she and her husband-to-be wanted their future to look like; this disorder could make it complicated to have children. Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 33 - Hesron's Story | 16 Jan 2024 | 01:03:01 | |
As a pastor's kid, Hesron always knew what was expected of him. He played the part well, but from a young age, Hesron began living in two separate worlds. He was one person while he was in front of others, and someone else behind closed doors. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 32 - Christine's Story | 03 Jan 2024 | 00:52:26 | |
Christine had her first surgery when she was only a couple of months old. Now, well into adulthood, Christine has had over twenty surgeries for the bilateral cleft lip and palate that she was born with. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 31 - Auntie Anne's Story | 20 Dec 2023 | 01:06:36 | |
Auntie Anne Beiler grew up in the Amish-Mennonite Community in south central Pennsylvania. It was there she met her husband, Jonas, and where they began their life together. Walking through the insurmountable grief of losing one of her children to an accident, and then being sexually abused by a person she trusted, Anne was quite lost for a period of time. But, as she began to talk about her grief and her shame and her guilt and her loss, she started to find freedom. It was in the midst of this healing that she opened a pretzel stand at an Amish market. And it was that pretzel stand, or more importantly, that pretzel recipe, that would begin Auntie Anne’s Pretzel Company, changing Anne and her family’s lives forever. This episode was recorded in Texas. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 30 - Stephanie's Story | 22 Nov 2023 | 01:17:09 | |
Sometimes, it takes a traumatic event to wake us up out of the fog we're walking through. For Stephanie, that event came in the form of slamming her finger in a car door. While not the source of her trials, it did help her to see that she indeed needed a change. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 29 - Karen's Story | 08 Nov 2023 | 00:55:13 | |
Karen had been working intensively towards a career goal for half a decade, but when she finally made it into her "dream job", she found that it wasn't as dreamy as she thought it would be. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 28 - Jen's story | 25 Oct 2023 | 01:00:08 | |
From travel agent to traveller, from teacher to seeker, Jen has made a beautiful life from the myriad opportunities that have come her way. Never one to let something meaningful pass her by, she has seen and done more than many of us, simply by saying yes. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 63 - Paola’s Story | 15 Oct 2024 | 01:24:50 | |
In this heartfelt episode of The Human Experience, Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Paola, an artist originally from Bulgaria, who shares her extraordinary journey through personal challenges, loss, and triumph. Paola recounts her experiences with multiple miscarriages, the struggles within the healthcare system, and her relentless advocacy for her own health and her children’s well-being. From the emotional toll of infant loss to seeking alternative treatments for her son’s developmental delays, Paola's story is one of resilience, courage, and the ultimate rediscovery of her passion for art. 📍This episode was recorded in London, England Follow Along: Paola’s Links: Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 27 - FFR's Story | 11 Oct 2023 | 00:53:21 | |
Sarah and Steffi, the co-founders of FFR, were featured in our last two episodes. Now, I sit down with all three members of FFR's leadership team Sarah, Mary & Steffi, to discuss their organization, projects, and life in Romania. Their vision: Click the links below to learn more!
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| Episode 26 - Steffi's Story | 27 Sep 2023 | 01:02:52 | |
Steffi is the other half of the Firm Foundations Romania founding duo. Although she grew up in the Black Forest in Germany, Steffi has now spent more of her life in Romania than anywhere else. It's where she has made her home. And it's where she adopted three Romanian children after volunteering in both the state run children's orphanage and the children's hospital where she would meet and bond with all three of her kids. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 25 - Sarah Vienna's Story | 13 Sep 2023 | 01:13:26 | |
The youngest of seven sisters, Sarah always knew that music was in her future. What she didn't know that it would take leaving home, moving to Eastern Europe, and co-founding a nonprofit in Transylvania to get there. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 24 - Maureen's Story | 29 Aug 2023 | 01:19:05 | |
So much of Maureen's life has been wrapped up in her career - with dance companies, theaters, museums, nonprofits, political campaign's, and more; her ventures have been varied and many. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 23 - Lela's Story | 16 Aug 2023 | 01:04:00 | |
Originally from the European country of Georgia, Lela has spent the last twenty years working hard to build the life she dreamed. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 22 - Susan's Story | 26 Jul 2023 | 00:40:30 | |
Susan's father was a pilot in World War II for the United States of America. While serving in France, his plan was shot down. Thus began a stranger than fiction story that impacted not only him, but the generations that have come after him. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 21 - Kristen's Story | 12 Jul 2023 | 01:00:23 | |
When she graduated high school, Kristen was set on going to university to eventually have a career in architecture. After a slight shift in her major, and a major left turn in her life, Kristen is now a global gender equity specialist. Her two years volunteering with the Peace Corps in Ghana, as well as the many other places she has traveled and worked since then, have made her a powerful ally for women worldwide, and an expert in her field. Kristen is also a yoga student/teacher, horseback riding teacher/ trail guide/ wrangler, barista and an aspiring social entrepreneur, among other things. The content of this podcast is Kristen’s alone and does not reflect the views of the U.S. Government, the Peace Corp, or the Ghanaian Government _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 20 - Ro & Bree's Story (Part 2) | 27 Jun 2023 | 01:02:30 | |
Part 2 of Ro & Bree's Story finds them facing down a global pandemic having both lost their jobs, with a baby at home. It was their dream or die moment, and they chose to dream. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 19 - Ro & Bree's Story (Part 1) | 13 Jun 2023 | 00:31:02 | |
Ro & Bree are the ultimate husband and wife duo - raising a family and building their business together. Their love for each other, and for people in general, is inspiring. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 18 - Winnie's Story | 31 May 2023 | 01:11:33 | |
Winnie grew up enjoying the simplicity of farm life in rural Kenya; not one for the business of the city, she found her peace among the crops at her grandmother's farm. As an adult, though, Winnie traded the serene country life for one of turmoil; but it is within that life that she found her center. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 62 - Natasha’s Story | 08 Oct 2024 | 01:35:26 | |
In this episode of The Human Experience, Jennifer Peterkin interviews Natasha, who shares her powerful story of growing up between Pakistan and the UK, navigating cultural differences, and how those experiences shaped her into the woman she is today. Natasha reflects on her journey into social work, motherhood, and the struggles of postpartum anxiety, highlighting the importance of resilience, empathy, and community. 📍This episode was recorded in Manchester, England Natasha’s Links: Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 17 - Eric's Story | 16 May 2023 | 00:33:21 | |
Eric is bi-racial; his mom is white and his dad is black. His experience of being bi-racial is not one we often hear when talking about social complexities, but it's important nonetheless. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 16 - Hannah's Story | 10 May 2023 | 01:02:47 | |
Hannah is the co-founder of a drop-in center in Columbus, OH called Sanctuary Night. Serving vulnerable women on the streets, Sanctuary Night meets the practical needs that we often take for granted, while also offering a space free of judgement or shame for women to find refuge and rest. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 15 - Irine's Story | 26 Apr 2023 | 00:36:07 | |
Irine's joy is contagious. She is exactly the type of person that lights up a room. But that doesn't mean that her life has been easy; on the contrary, Irine has had to fight against social and familial norms to get to where she is today. And she is helping other young women get there too. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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| Episode 14 - Tyler's Story | 19 Apr 2023 | 00:52:35 | |
In the beginning of 2022, Tyler was on top of the world; he loved his life, he loved where he lived, and he knew that he had no definite plans for the future - just the way he preferred it. But just a few short months later, so much of that would change. _______________________ Donate to The Human Experience Podcast
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