Notas del episodio
Welcome to the Season 2 premiere of Essence & Essentials! In this solo episode, I share the story behind the podcast—from the initial idea during medical school to building it into a platform that explores the intersection of healthcare, humanity, and meaningful conversation.
Through questions submitted by friends, I discuss the experiences that inspired me to take the leap into podcasting, balancing medical school with a passion project, and why work-life balance, curiosity, and authentic connection are at the heart of everything I do.
Whether you're a medical student, aspiring physician, healthcare professional, or simply someone pursuing a meaningful goal, I hope this episode encourages you to trust the process and take the first step toward creating something that matters.
Episode Highlights:
- Why I started a podcast during medical school
- The story behind Essence & Essentials
- Lessons from my medical school journey
- Balancing medicine with creative projects
- Curiosity as a tool for lifelong learning
- Leadership, wellness, and meaningful conversations
- My vision for the future of the podcast
About Essence & Essentials:
Hosted by Jasmine Looi, Essence & Essentials is an educational podcast focused on human health and humanities. The goal is to share how to improve the quantity or quality of life through thoughtful conversation with a broad range of guest speakers of all backgrounds.
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