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Julie Hest

I have always enjoyed talking with people.  With 15 years in hospitality meeting guests from all over the world, a decade in academia carrying out interviews for research, and travel being my happy place, the common thread has always been a profound joy derived from meaningful conversation.  


Every conversation taught me something.  I recognized that every person has a unique story and there is no universal normal.  I did not necessarily agree with everything everybody said, but I learned that that is okay too.  


This is all part of what inspired this podcast.  I thought if I could share other's stories listeners might find a bit more joy and tolerance.  Maybe they would even be inspired to have a conversation with someone new.