Living Biography

By Teemyo

The stories we overlook, and the ones we never think to ask about. From one friend to another, and beyond—sparked by curiosity and kept alive through conversation.

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The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.

Living Biography episodes:

November 13, 2025 Ep11: Theater, Friendship, and the Making of a Self
In this series, we explore the place that shaped a person’s life and how.
At the University of Illinois at Chicago, Kevin Jandrists found himself in an intimate theater program of just twenty students—living, studying, and performing together every day. Through this experience, he learned to shed his shyness, embrace confidence, and grow, not just as an actor, but as a person.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction to Series
01:08 - Introducing Kevin
02:05 - Who He Was Before College
02:54 - You Can't Be Shy in Acting
03:48 - A Small Department of Twenty
04:18 - Always Together
04:54 - An Intimate Experience
05:50 - Overcoming Shyness
07:12 - Life Outside of Theater
08:05 - Trusting Himself
09:45 - What He Gained—Confidence, Not Ego
11:11 - Recognizing His Own Growth
12:36 - We Are Bonded
13:48 - Rose-colored Glasses
14:21 - Conclusion
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16min
October 30, 2025 Ep10: We’re All Forgetting Each Other: Can We Fix It? (Special)
In this episode of Living Biography, we sit down for a conversation about connection. Tushar Dadlani, founder of Teemyo, shares his story and inspiration behind building a tool designed to deepen real-world connections through reflection and conversation. Together, we talk about the balance between tech and humanity—and what it means to stay present and remember the little things about one another in an age of endless noise.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro
01:28 – The Origin of Teemyo and Remembering Stories
03:13 – Connection in Our Modern World
06:40 – Navigating Our Busy Lives and Relationships
11:21 – Sustaining Relationships Sustains Our Life
17:51 – Small Actions Reflect Our Intention
22:36 – The Unseen Effects That Can't Be Measured`
27:18 – Our Returning Point
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30min
October 20, 2025 Ep9: Finding His Own Way in the Philippines
In this series, we explore the place that shaped a person’s life and how.
For Bryant Choa, he grew up in the Philippines with his aunts and uncles while his parents established their lives in America. In a culture of strictness and discipline, he struggled, played, and discovered a standalone confidence early in life.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction to Series
01:09 - Introducing Bryant
01:36 - The Phillippines
02:11 - A Picture of What Life Was Like
04:29 - Long-distance Calls
05:55 - A Culture of Discipline
07:20 - His Neighborhood
08:09 - Basketball in a Parking Lot
08:55 - Mischievous
09:55 - The Impact of Discipline
12:24 - How the Phillippines Shaped Him
13:52 - Visiting as an Adult
14:47 - Conclusion
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17min
October 13, 2025 Ep8: Discovering Strength in Tuscon, Arizona
In this series, we explore the place that shaped a person’s life and how.
For Caitlin Campbell, leaving her comfortable life in Southern California to start over in Tucson, Arizona, wasn’t just a career change—it was a journey of rediscovery. Through the challenges of nursing school and her work as a nurse, she uncovered the quiet strength and courage she’d always carried within her.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction to Series
01:10 - Introducing Caitlin
01:38 - A New Chapter in Tucson
02:20 - A Terrifying Realization
03:37 - The Initial Days
04:42 - Almost Failing
06:22 - Coming to Bloom
08:11 - Supporting a Vulnerable Population
09:14 - Care & Boundaries
10:34 - Breaking Down
11:33 - If She Didn't Change Course
12:48 - Words of Wisdom
13:37 - Looking Ahead
14:26 - Conclusion
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16min
October 06, 2025 Ep7: It Was Morphin’ Time, Even at Home
In this series, we explore the place that shaped a person’s life and how.
For Esho Fisher, he grew up as the oldest of nine siblings at home. This meant stepping up to protect his brothers and sisters and support his parents—but he later came to realize how this shaped his strengths as well as his challenge in showing up for himself.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction to Series
01:14 - Introducing Esho
01:46 - His Family Environment
02:27 - Losing His Brother
03:23 - Standing Up for Himself and Siblings
04:48 - His Parents’ Attention
05:53 - Always Helping Out
07:14 - Compromising so Much
09:03 - Showing Up as Green Ranger
10:29 - Growing to Radically Love Himself
11:52 - Loyalty
13:07 - Working on Self-Love
14:08 - Dream of Just Being
15:24 - Conclusion
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17min
September 29, 2025 Ep6: Phoenix Ranch School—A Fight for Spirit
In this series, we explore the place that shaped a person’s life and how.
For Mandy Mukozaka, Phoenix Ranch School was more than just a school or summer camp—it was where she had her first job, discovered her passion for teaching, and built the resilience and joy that carried her through future challenges.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction to Series
01:13 - Introducing Mandy
01:52 - Phoenix Ranch School
02:43 - Core Childhood Memory
04:33 - What Brought Her Back
05:13 - Raven: Her Camp Alter ego
06:40 - Merging Her Experience at Camp and University
07:38 - Realizing Her Path in Education
09:01 - Navigating it All
10:38 - Post-COVID
12:46 - What She Gained at Phoenix Ranch
14:05 - Preserving an Inner Childlike Joy
14:39 - Conclusion
...more
16min
September 22, 2025 Ep5: A High School Without Fences
In this series, we explore the place that shaped a person’s life and how.
For Gordon Pettigrew, that place was an arts high school unlike any other—no fences, no rules. But in the competing freedom and discipline, he developed resilience and versatility that would carry him through music, personal challenges, and life’s unexpected turns.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction to Series
01:19 - Introducing Gordon
02:03 - Explaining His High School
03:21 - A Tough Audition Process
04:02 - A Day in the Life of
05:35 - Freedom & Responsibility
06:34 - An Opposite Experience in University
07:43 - Feeling Unworthy of Success
08:19 - Unexpected Turn in Life
10:07 - How This Open High School Shaped Him
11:26 - A Shared Level of Discipline
13:13 - Zooming Out
13:58 - Nature vs. Nurture
14:44 - Conclusion
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16min
September 15, 2025 Ep4: The Milestones Between Departures and Arrivals
In this series, we explore the place that shaped a person’s life and how.
For Anya Kumar, the airport is more than a stopover—it’s where she learned to navigate chaos, connect with strangers, and reflect on the person she’s becoming. From childhood memories to 17-page journal entries, she shares how airports were integral to shaping her values and her path.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction to Series
01:16 - Introducing Anya
01:47 - Reflecting on the Airport
02:40 - Staying Calm Amid the Airport Chaos
03:49 - Learning Kindness as a Child
05:02 - Developing Empathy
06:16 - Finding Stillness and Reflection
07:42 - A Memorable Journal Entry
09:03 - Memories Stored at the Airport
10:01 - What Keeps Her Grounded: Values
11:10 - Empathy as a Core Value
11:55 - What Empathy Looks Like in Today's World
13:11 - The Impact She Hopes to Make
13:52 - Smaller Steps That Meet the Bigger Picture
14:28 - Conclusion
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16min
September 08, 2025 Ep3: From the Dojo to the Kitchen: A Life in Motion
In this series, we explore the place that shaped a person’s life and how.
For David Honda, judo was a family sport woven into his DNA—beyond the dojo and competitions. The discipline, respect, and confidence he gained there carried him through many turns in life: from law enforcement to, today, the kitchen.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction to Series
01:08 - Introducing David
01:46 - A Childhood of Judo
02:44 - The Environment of Judo
03:40 - What Discipline Looked Like
05:05 - Tensions at Home
06:38 - Leaving Judo Behind
07:31 - Whether He Has Any Regrets
08:24 - Judo & Law Enforcement
09:45 - What Judo Cultivated Within
11:07 - A Budding Love for Cooking
12:57 - What Connects All Three: Judo, Law Enforcement, and Cooking
14:19 - Conclusion
...more
16min
September 01, 2025 Ep2: Finding Authenticity and Purpose in Los Angeles
In this series, we explore the place that shaped a person’s life and how.
Cassie Colby, a native Angeleno, grew up in a bubble within one of the world’s most diverse cities, wrestling with identity and belonging. Over time, the city and its people shaped Cassie’s sense of authenticity, purpose, and commitment to giving back.

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EPISODE CHAPTERS

00:00 - Introduction to Series
01:13 - Introducing Cassie
01:43 - Choosing Los Angeles
02:26 - Taking Too Much From the City
03:03 - The Worsening Traffic
04:06 - Remaining Grounded By Appreciating Diversity
05:08 - Growing Up in a Bubble
06:31 - Feeling Uncomfortable in Their Own Skin
07:43 - Coming Back to L.A.
08:34 - A City to Discover Yourself
09:33 - The Need to Constantly Reinvent Yourself
10:57 - Giving Back to the City
11:46 - Providing the Vulnerable With Whole Person Care
12:36 - The City That Shaped Their Heart
13:17 - Cassie's Closing Thoughts
13:42 - Conclusion
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16min

FAQs about Living Biography:

How many episodes does Living Biography have?

The podcast currently has 11 episodes available.