Here We Are: What Makes Us Human

Here We Are: What Makes Us Human

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Here We Are: What Makes Us Human episodes

  • 70. Ella Featherstone [Empathy]

    Empathy is more than just a trend. It is a dedication to care - for yourself first, and then others. Tune in as Joy and Ella dive into this feelingful topic!


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    26 min
  • 69. Halee Raff [Do What You Want]

    Today's interview is with Chef Halee Raff, known in the Chicagoland area for her amazing gourmet pop-tarts. But there is so much more to Halee than pop-tarts! Tune in to learn more.

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    22 min
  • 68. Randi Slack [The Art of Nails]

    The art of Nails is SO much more than just polish on your finger cartilage. Today's guest is here to tell us that it's actually about connecting. Caring. Being with.
    You know you want to listen.


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    24 min
  • 67. Kam Yee [Equity in STEM Education]

    From a rocketry class taught by a health teacher to now being an advocate for equity in STEM education, Kam Yee is here to make a difference. Tune in to this week's episode to hear more of her story!

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    38 min
  • 66. Otter Aggio [Dog Grooming]

    With the seasons changing, it is definitely pet fur-shedding season! Today's interview came about because of Joy's two adorable, very sheddy dogs, and the groomer that now loves them. We're gonna dive into what it takes to groom dogs!


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    30 min
  • 65. Ashley Xu [Friendship]

    On today's podcast, Joy interviews one of her friends about friendship. Together, they uncover some beautiful truths about the link between self love and healthy friendships. 

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    27 min
  • 64. Genesis Simmons [Stories]

    Today's episode is a heart-warmer! Join in as Joy talks with Genesis Simmons, a creator, barista, and all-around good human, about how we see story all around us.

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    26 min
  • 63. Chef Marta Sandini [Food, Fermentation, and Foraging]

    When I met Marta at her London restaurant, Naughty Piglets, in August of 2022, I knew immediately that we'd be nerd friends. And let me tell you. We are.

    This episode goes deep into the power of fermentation, how vinegars and acids impact food flavor, and the beauty of foraging. Enjoy the happiness!


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    27 min
  • 62. Leslie Marshall [Love]

    When Leslie told me she wanted to nerd out about love, I was a little skeptical. I greatly underestimated the number of words we could use to talk about this multi-faceted concept. Tune in this week to hear how Leslie Marshall shows love through who she is and how she interacts with the world.

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    26 min
  • 61. Eva Saha [Welcoming]

    Eva is one of those humans that when I met her, I just knew we were kindred spirits. We first interacted on the in-person set of a virtually broadcast conference. Next thing I knew, we were zooming across the floor in office chairs, talking deeply, and enjoying each other's personhood. And this is exactly what we're talking about today: being welcoming.

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    24 min

About Here We Are: What Makes Us Human

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Welcome to the podcast where we are co-learners on a journey to uncover stories, concepts, and themes of what makes us human. Your host, Joy Blue, loves asking questions, learning more about people,…