Conversations with Sekani

Joy Okolobi

Conversations with Sekani is a podcast for ambitious young adults navigating the confusing crossroads of career, health, and purpose. Hosted by Joy “Sekani”, a calm, open, deeply curious thinker, the show follows her journey to gain clarity by having honest conversations with people who’ve walked different paths. Nothing is scripted. Nothing is perfect. Just real, raw, inspiring dialogue. From career pivots to mental health, from chasing big dreams to handling setbacks, each episode helps listeners move from overwhelmed to confident

  1. Jun 22

    Pain Management Doctor: Burnout, Resilience & True Healing in Your 20s | Dr. Todd Joye | Ep 131

    High-achieving but constantly burned out and heading toward health collapse? Dr. Todd Joye — board-certified anesthesiologist, interventional pain management specialist, and founder of InterveneMD — shares his journey from treating chronic pain patients to addressing the root causes of suffering. In this insightful episode of Conversations with Sekani, he discusses the real impact of stress, lifestyle, and mindset on health, why traditional approaches often fall short, and practical ways young adults can prevent burnout and build long-term vitality. **Key Highlights:** • Life as a pain management physician and seeing the human side of suffering • The connection between chronic stress, burnout, and physical pain • Shifting from symptom treatment to root-cause healing • Practical lifestyle and mindset tools for sustainable health • Advice for young adults protecting their energy and future Connect with Todd Joye Website:http://www.intervenemd.com/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/intervenemd/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/intervene.md/ If conversations with Sekani sparks something in you, do well to share to someone who you think might need this. Subscribe so you don’t miss new episodes. If you have a minute leaving a review helps more people discover these everyday unique voices and the insight they carry. Your support means the world. Want to be a guest on Conversation with Sekani? Send a message to Joy https://www.podmatch.com/member/conversationswithsekani Chapters 0:00 - Intro & Welcome 1:45 - Dr. Todd Joye Background & Medical Journey 5:10 - Treating Chronic Pain & Seeing the Bigger Picture 9:20 - Burnout in High-Achieving Professionals 13:45 - Root Causes vs Symptom Management 18:30 - Practical Tools for Energy & Resilience 23:10 - Lifestyle Changes for Long-Term Health 28:40 - Advice for Young Adults in Their 20s 33:15 - Closing Takeaways & Guest Contacts

    31 min
  2. Jun 22

    From Rock Bottom to Redemption: Addiction, Fatherhood & Purpose in Your 20s | Michael Hunt | Ep 130

    Hitting rock bottom with addiction, losing custody of his children, and feeling completely broken — Michael Hunt shares his raw and powerful story of recovery, redemption, and rebuilding his life. In this honest episode of Conversations with Sekani, he opens up about the mindset shifts, faith, discipline, and daily habits that helped him regain custody, repair relationships, and find true purpose. This conversation offers real hope and practical tools for young adults struggling with addiction, fatherhood, or feeling like it’s too late to change. **Key Highlights:** • The gradual slide into addiction and reaching rock bottom • Losing custody and the pain of rock bottom as a father • The turning point and decision to fight for recovery • Rebuilding trust with his children and himself • Faith, discipline, and turning pain into purpose Connect with Michael Hunt: • Follow his journey and recovery work If conversations with Sekani sparks something in you, do well to share to someone who you think might need this. Subscribe so you don’t miss new episodes. If you have a minute leaving a review helps more people discover these everyday unique voices and the insight they carry. Your support means the world. Want to be a guest on Conversation with Sekani? Send a message to Joy https://www.podmatch.com/member/conversationswithsekani Chapters 0:00 - Intro & Welcome 1:45 - Michael Hunt Background & Early Life 5:10 - Path into Addiction 9:20 - Rock Bottom & Losing Custody 13:45 - The Turning Point & Recovery Decision 18:30 - Rebuilding as a Father 23:10 - Faith, Discipline & Daily Habits 28:40 - Turning Pain into Purpose 33:15 - Advice for Young Adults Struggling 38:05 - Closing Takeaways & Guest Contacts

    24 min
5
out of 5
24 Ratings

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Conversations with Sekani is a podcast for ambitious young adults navigating the confusing crossroads of career, health, and purpose. Hosted by Joy “Sekani”, a calm, open, deeply curious thinker, the show follows her journey to gain clarity by having honest conversations with people who’ve walked different paths. Nothing is scripted. Nothing is perfect. Just real, raw, inspiring dialogue. From career pivots to mental health, from chasing big dreams to handling setbacks, each episode helps listeners move from overwhelmed to confident