Who Are You, Really?

For the last episode in our 2nd season of Who Are You, Really?  Lyd and Liv talk to Virginia Campo, a 32-year old Colombian-Panamanian woman who has really gone through a lot of changes in the past year or two. She's not afraid to open up to us about everything from spirituality to love and some of her biggest challenges at the moment.How did she and her husband rekindle their relationship after 4+ years apart? What are her thoughts on manifestation? Virginia also opens up to us about the duality of her privilege and experiences with discrimination. Is it difficult to be in an interracial marriage?  How does it feel to finally be putting down roots after so many years of living on the road? We also learn about her experiences with the UN at the age of 17 and why it's important to Virginia to give back to other Panamanian women.You can connect with Virginia on Instagram @VirgiCampo12Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, we talk to Don Ezra, a 76-year old Canadian-Indian man who has lived an abundant life. Don reflects back on the two periods of therapy that changed his outlook on life and how he views other people and himself. What did he learn about himself? How did it affect his long-distance marriage? He then tells us stories from his childhood in Kolkata, India, to his successful career and his current-day fulfillment in retirement. We also pick Don's brain on the subject of happiness, something he is really passionate about. What does happiness mean to him? You can connect with Don through his website: https://donezra.com/ or by email donezra@me.com.Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Lyd and Liv talk to Jun Wei Ye, a 22-year old Chinese-Australian man who has the soul of someone who has seen many years on earth. Jun talks to us about the duality of growing up in two cultures. We get Jun's perspectives on everything from identity to social pressures, age, and timelines. Then we talk in-depth about money and risk. What is Jun's relationship to money? Is having money the same thing as being successful? And what's the biggest risk he's taken? This episode is also mixed with philosophical questions and thoughts, and Jun doesn't hesitate to go a little deeper with us. 

In this episode: Krista Aoki, a woman from Guam who is currently living in Vietnam, tells us about what life has been like for a digital nomad staying in one place throughout the pandemic. We learn about some of her favorite hobbies that kept her occupied as the world turned upside down. A brave woman with an open heart, Krista also goes deep on mental health with us. What have her past relationships taught her about herself? How did she overcome several addictions in her life? We learn the answers to these questions and more in this episode.You can find Krista on Instagram @KristaAokiEnjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Vivi  Locicero bravely comes on Who Are You, Really? To talk to us at length about the ups and downs of her fertility journey. Vivi has faced several difficult pregnancies and has come to terms with loss on more than one occasion. Now she has made it her life mission to support other couples and individuals who may be navigating their own difficult, confusing, or sometimes simply brand new experiences with birth. Vivi is not afraid to answer anything and really goes deep on a topic that most people are afraid to broach.  We learn: what’s an empathetic way to support someone who may be going through a miscarriage? What are some common misunderstandings about fertility? What are some good lifestyle changes to help your chances of having a healthy baby?  We thank Vivi for her transparency, strength, and knowledge.You can find Vivi on Instagram @moonandfigfertility or her website: https://www.moonandfigfertility.com/Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, we talk to Mino, a kind and sincere Cambodian man. Mino talks to us about his adolescence in Cambodia, from coming out as a gay man to working for a Western company. Did he ever struggle with his sexuality? Were locals treated unfairly compared to Western employees? Then we got into his cross-continental love story--from how he met his husband, maintained a long-distance relationship, and eventually moved to Germany to be with him (in the midst of a pandemic). Is he going through any culture shock? What was the hardest part of doing long-distance? Then we also have some meaningful chats about Mino's hopes and dreams.You can connect with Mino through Facebook. Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode: the poised and eloquent Naz Njeru talks to us about her journey moving from Kenya to Canada and about her evolving layers of self-discovery. What was the hardest part of relocating overseas on her own, at just 17-years-old? What did she miss most about her home country? How does feeling the weight of the world affect her on a daily basis? What's the biggest piece of advice she would give to her younger self? We also talk to Naz about her growth over the years and development of self-love as we get vulnerable about body image, weight, racism, empathy and more.You can connect with Naz through Instagram: @naznjeru Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers! 

In this episode, Lyd and Liv talk to Niels Bakker, an intelligent and interesting man from the Netherlands. We ask Niels about his experience with open relationships and the secret sauce to making them work. How is it different from monogamous relationships? Is there such a thing as being unfaithful? Does he ever feel jealous of his partners? We also dive into the topic of rejection and self-love with Niels as he shares some beautiful and honest reflections about how he connects back to himself.You can connect with Niels by email: nielsjbakker@gmail.com.  Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode we catch up with Yuri Govender, a funny and laid-back South African man. We dive right in to the episode by exploring his passion for making music and go on to tackle quite a few topics, from Yuri's multifaceted identity and dealing with bouts of racism, to what he really thinks about the world's social constructs. We also reminisce about some travel stories and learn, why does Yuri like keeping a bucket list? What does he think of meditation? How does he give back to his community? You can find Yuri on Instagram @feeling.of.a.memory or listen to his music on YouTube.Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Lyd and Liv sit down and have a heart-to-heart with the inspiring and very wise Tina Tucci. Tina was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer and told us a doctor told her she only has only 2 years left to live. What was it like telling her family and the people she loves--including the guy she had only been dating for a month?Tina is tenacious and well-traveled. She tells us what it was like to be a backpacker decades before it was cool. How did she traverse the globe without the Internet? Tina takes us down memory lane with some funny and interesting stories from her time spent in places like Greece and France. How and where did she meet her exotic lovers? What was it like to go through a divorce? Tina's episode offers everything from heartwrenching explanations about chemotherapy to how she faces life with a positive attitude. What's helped her cope with the abrupt news?  You can connect with Tina by email: tinatucci16@gmail.comEnjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

For the last episode in our first season of Who Are You, Really?  Lyd & Liv reconnect with a beautiful couple from Bogota, Colombia that they both met together in Indonesia - Carlos Roso & Lina Molano. Each calm, kind, and incredibly driven, we hear from Carlos & Lina about what it takes to build a successful marriage, including overcoming their initial insecurities and differing family opinions. What is it like to travel with a partner? What role does God and spirituality play in their lives?  We also ask if faith or free-will is more important in determining their futures.How did they know they found 'the one'?  Will they have children on the road or head back home soon? You'll hear the answers to these and more by tuning In.You can find Lina on Instagram: @linaestadeviajeYou can find Carlos through his website: https://carlosroso.com/Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Lyd & Liv get real with Rasha Choudhury, a truthful, loving, and fearless soul. Rasha talks about what she has learnt from her solo travelingadventures, including a 10-day Vipassana mediation and what it feels like coming "home."We also ask Rasha how she practices self-love. What does she do to build her relationship with herself and how has she achieved inner peace? Rasha also shares her valuable perspectives on healing, forgiveness, and manifestation. Plus, we also get into her work in the cannabis industry as she breaks down the stigma of what a typical cannabis user "should" look like.  What is her personal relationship to the plant? You can find Rasha on Instagram @rashachoudhuryEnjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Lyd & Liv have some interesting and moving conversations with Nancy Chen, a funny and thoughtful woman from Taiwan. Nancy talks to us in Australia, where she has been living for over a year on a Working Holiday Visa. We ask Nancy about the main differences she has observed between Asian and Western cultures. What are some of the stereotypes she has experienced? And what are some misunderstandings that Westerners have about her country & culture? Then we get vulnerable with her on matters of identity. She bravely shares her story about coming out as a lesbian and how travelling has helped her find the courage to be herself. Plus, there's some fun and juicy cross-border dating and hitchhiking stories that you don't want to miss!You can find Nancy on Instagram at: @nancy800123. Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Lyd & Liv connect with Meagan Hom, a kind and compassionate Asian-American woman who bravely came on air to talk about the unexpected loss of her Father. Meagan talks about the importance of her family and her culture. How has she been able to grieve? What are some of her fondest memories with her Dad? How does spirituality move her forward? She shares a few stories about how she knows he's still with her in spirit.  Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Lyd & Liv get chatting with Greg Calacouris, an intelligent and easygoing Sydneysider living overseas. We learn of his love of food as a glimpse into culture and switch gear into a raw and meaningful conversation about how men - and Greg in particular- handle their mental health. What's it like battling anxiety and depression?  Greg flips the script, too, and starts asking Lyd & Liv the questions, like - what were some of our most meaningful cultural exchanges during our travels? You can find Greg on Twitter at: @gcalacouris or his website https://www.gcalacouris.com/Greg also just launched a new newsletter full of clever links and smart reads he finds online. Subscribe here: https://spammail.substack.com/Paul Elkman's Atlas of Emotions: http://atlasofemotions.org/Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Lyd & Liv connect with the calm, cool, and collected Jilly Ko.  She starts off by explaining the clash between a mixed identity - her Taiwanese background and growing up in the USA. How does she navigate between her family's culture and the one she was raised in? How did she escape Japanese boarding school as a child? What was her near-death-experience like? Jilly also tells us about her travels around the world and what they've taught her. She is a creative soul and a spiritual being, so we spend a lot of time discussing astrology, feng-shui, and meditation. What did her first natal chart reading reveal about her personality, and how is she exploring her creative path? You can find Jilly on Instagram at @jillyahhEnjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Lyd & Liv dive right in with the bubbly Denise Vargas, a fiery Puerto Rican woman from New York. Denise has Spinal Muscular Atrophy, but despite the physical challenges life has thrown at her, she's more determined, positive, and creative than most. What was it like for her to hear she wouldn't live past 10-years-old, only to defeat the odds by a few decades? We ask: what are some misconceptions that able-bodied people have about living with a disability? And since we're all curious, what's it like having sex with a wheelchair? Denise tells us the story of her diagnosis and gives some examples of how she's lived creatively within her own life, be that her night owl tendencies or constant ability to overcome the odds stacked against her. You can find Denise (she's a life coach!) at livecreativelyinc.com Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Lyd & Liv get personal with the mononymous Ash - a mellow and well-traveled man from India. Why does he only go by Ash? He talks to us about living as an expat and spending 6 years on the road, plus the challenges of using an Indian passport to do so.Ash also shares some painful experiences with us. How does he stay friendly with his ex-wife? What does he miss the most about life before the pandemic? As an entrepreneurial person, we ask Ash about how he builds communities, too. And we find out what it's like to run a cafe in Europe.If you're ever in Lisbon - you can find Ash in person at his cafe, Selva Lisboa. (Trust us, the coffee and atmosphere are both superb!) Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

In this episode, Lyd and Liv dig deep with Gabi Dutra, a vivacious, clever, and self-aware Brazilian woman. We hear Gabi talk about her first time trying ayahuasca and what it taught her. Nothing is off the table in this episode - from therapy session divulges and witchcraft rituals, to the importance of following moon and menstrual cycles. What's Gabi's biggest fear? And how does she experience happiness? You can find Gabi on Instagram @gabudutra.Enjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

Welcome to the first episode of Who Are You, Really?  To kick off Season 1, Lyd and Liv dig deep with the wonderful Ramat Tejani, a proud East Londoner and multi-faceted leader and entrepreneur. She is a cheerleader for everyone around her, helping others notice greatness within themselves. In this episode, we talk about exploring curiosity, what we can learn from the seasons and how Ramat views ambition. Also, what is her only rule about making money? And how does she honour her self-worth and vulnerabilities? Places to find Ramat:Instagram: @theinspirationbox / @ramat_tejani ramattejani.com theinspirationbox.comEnjoyed this episode? Please follow and leave us a review. It'll help other curious humans find us, just like you. You can also share this podcast with a friend to spread the word. We so appreciate you tuning in! Episodes air weekly on Thursdays.Wanna stay in touch?Follow us on Instagram @whoareyoureallypodcastFollow us on Twitter @uncoverstoriesJoin our Facebook Group of similar deep thinkers!

Welcome to Who Are You, Really?  We put this trailer episode up as a test at first, to officially launch our channel.  Check it out to hear co-hosts Lydia (Lyd) and Olivia (Liv) talk about how we met and why we decided to start this podcast. We discuss the idea of "being ready" for something, staying curious and uncovering the stories of the people around us. The purpose of this podcast is to dig a little deeper with guests from around the world - to help us all feel a little less alone and more connected, especially in these crazy times.Subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed it! Follow us on Instagram & join our Facebook Group to stay involved. Thank you!