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Living Biography
Hosted by Teemyo · EN
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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Ep12: The Stage for Exploring Human Complexity
Mar 1100:15:52Tap to summarizeIn this series, we explore the place that shaped a person's life and how.For Naomi Otsuka, a theater opportunity during a time of soul-searching opened her eyes to a world of expression—at times without words, at times about subjects kept quietly hidden. It gave her the conviction to cross the Pacific and refine her craft.
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Nov 1300:15:30Tap to summarizeIn 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.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to Series01:08 - Introducing Kevin02:05 - Who He Was Before College02:54 - You Can't Be Shy in Acting03:48 - A Small Department of Twenty04:18 - Always Together04:54 - An Intimate Experience05:50 - Overcoming Shyness07:12 - Life Outside of Theater08:05 - Trusting Himself09:45 - What He Gained—Confidence, Not Ego11:11 - Recognizing His Own Growth12:36 - We Are Bonded13:48 - Rose-colored Glasses14:21 - Conclusion
Transcribe →Ep10: We’re All Forgetting Each Other: Can We Fix It? (Special)
Oct 3000:29:17Tap to summarizeIn 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.CONTACT US: tushar@teemyo.aiLearn more and sign up for the Teemyo wait list @ teemyo.aiEPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 – Intro01:28 – The Origin of Teemyo and Remembering Stories03:13 – Connection in Our Modern World06:40 – Navigating Our Busy Lives and Relationships11:21 – Sustaining Relationships Sustains Our Life17:51 – Small Actions Reflect Our Intention22:36 – The Unseen Effects That Can't Be Measured`27:18 – Our Returning Point
Transcribe →Ep9: Finding His Own Way in the Philippines
Oct 2000:16:03Tap to summarizeIn 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.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to Series01:09 - Introducing Bryant01:36 - The Phillippines02:11 - A Picture of What Life Was Like04:29 - Long-distance Calls05:55 - A Culture of Discipline07:20 - His Neighborhood08:09 - Basketball in a Parking Lot08:55 - Mischievous09:55 - The Impact of Discipline12:24 - How the Phillippines Shaped Him13:52 - Visiting as an Adult14:47 - Conclusion
Transcribe →Ep8: Discovering Strength in Tuscon, Arizona
Oct 1300:15:40Tap to summarizeIn 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. EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to Series01:10 - Introducing Caitlin01:38 - A New Chapter in Tucson02:20 - A Terrifying Realization03:37 - The Initial Days04:42 - Almost Failing06:22 - Coming to Bloom08:11 - Supporting a Vulnerable Population09:14 - Care & Boundaries10:34 - Breaking Down11:33 - If She Didn't Change Course12:48 - Words of Wisdom13:37 - Looking Ahead14:26 - Conclusion
Transcribe →Ep7: It Was Morphin’ Time, Even at Home
Oct 600:16:46Tap to summarizeIn 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.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to Series01:14 - Introducing Esho01:46 - His Family Environment02:27 - Losing His Brother03:23 - Standing Up for Himself and Siblings04:48 - His Parents’ Attention05:53 - Always Helping Out07:14 - Compromising so Much09:03 - Showing Up as Green Ranger10:29 - Growing to Radically Love Himself11:52 - Loyalty13:07 - Working on Self-Love14:08 - Dream of Just Being15:24 - Conclusion
Transcribe →Ep6: Phoenix Ranch School—A Fight for Spirit
Sep 2900:15:55Tap to summarizeIn 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.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to Series01:13 - Introducing Mandy01:52 - Phoenix Ranch School02:43 - Core Childhood Memory04:33 - What Brought Her Back05:13 - Raven: Her Camp Alter ego06:40 - Merging Her Experience at Camp and University07:38 - Realizing Her Path in Education09:01 - Navigating it All10:38 - Post-COVID12:46 - What She Gained at Phoenix Ranch14:05 - Preserving an Inner Childlike Joy14:39 - Conclusion
Transcribe →Ep5: A High School Without Fences
Sep 2200:15:58Tap to summarizeIn 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.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to Series01:19 - Introducing Gordon02:03 - Explaining His High School03:21 - A Tough Audition Process04:02 - A Day in the Life of05:35 - Freedom & Responsibility06:34 - An Opposite Experience in University07:43 - Feeling Unworthy of Success08:19 - Unexpected Turn in Life10:07 - How This Open High School Shaped Him11:26 - A Shared Level of Discipline13:13 - Zooming Out13:58 - Nature vs. Nurture14:44 - Conclusion
Transcribe →Ep4: The Milestones Between Departures and Arrivals
Sep 1500:15:55Tap to summarizeIn 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.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to Series01:16 - Introducing Anya01:47 - Reflecting on the Airport02:40 - Staying Calm Amid the Airport Chaos03:49 - Learning Kindness as a Child05:02 - Developing Empathy06:16 - Finding Stillness and Reflection07:42 - A Memorable Journal Entry09:03 - Memories Stored at the Airport10:01 - What Keeps Her Grounded: Values11:10 - Empathy as a Core Value11:55 - What Empathy Looks Like in Today's World13:11 - The Impact She Hopes to Make13:52 - Smaller Steps That Meet the Bigger Picture14:28 - Conclusion
Transcribe →Ep3: From the Dojo to the Kitchen: A Life in Motion
Sep 800:15:34Tap to summarizeIn 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.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction to Series01:08 - Introducing David01:46 - A Childhood of Judo02:44 - The Environment of Judo03:40 - What Discipline Looked Like05:05 - Tensions at Home06:38 - Leaving Judo Behind07:31 - Whether He Has Any Regrets08:24 - Judo & Law Enforcement09:45 - What Judo Cultivated Within11:07 - A Budding Love for Cooking12:57 - What Connects All Three: Judo, Law Enforcement, and Cooking14:19 - Conclusion
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