The Lives I've Lived Podcast

Megan Asa
  • 5.0 (3)
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Welcome to "The Lives I've Lived Podcast," where we dig into the incredible stories that shape us! Have you ever found yourself thinking, "That memory feels like a lifetime ago!" Us, too! Join me each episode as I chat with guests from all walks of life, uncovering the wild twists and turns that have brought them to where they are right now. From artists to entrepreneurs, adventurers to advocates, my guests share how one experience led to another, often to unexpected places. Get ready for inspiring stories filled with laughs, lessons, and those “aha” moments that remind us how interconnected our journeys really are.

Episodes

  1. 009: From Africa, With Love | Margie Gustafson

    03/31/2025

    009: From Africa, With Love | Margie Gustafson

    Margie Gustafson | Former Iowa farm girl, current retired lecturer, advocate for racial equality, lover of music, and my dear, Great Aunt. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to uproot, move far away, and spend your entire adult life in another country? Well Margie not only did that, but she did it in the 1970's, as a single woman, in the midst of a huge uprising against racial discrimination. If you need a warm, inspiring story from an elder, let this be it. Grab a cup of tea and come listen to the stories of the lives we've lived.  Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe or share! Follow us on Instagram @lives.lived.podcast

    1h 11m
  2. 008: Holding onto Hope When Dreams Feel Lost | David Carey

    02/16/2025

    008: Holding onto Hope When Dreams Feel Lost | David Carey

    David Carey | Former touring musician, current full-time pastor, husband, father, fly fisherman, and life-long savvy thrifter.  Have you ever experienced a time when you gave it your all and even still, life stripped your dream away? In this episode, David Carey shares about his lifelong desire of being a professional musician and how unforeseen circumstances interrupted that dream, including a motorcycle accident that left his right arm paralyzed. He tells stories about a life playing on stages to being a Starbucks barista, to becoming a pastor, and how through it all, felt God encouraging him along the way.  LINKS: David's Instagram Life Vineyard Church, Bexley Ohio Fashion Week music Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe or share! Follow us on Instagram @lives.lived.podcast

    1h 4m
  3. 007: Finding Fulfillment in Authenticity | Jillian Siefert

    01/27/2025

    007: Finding Fulfillment in Authenticity | Jillian Siefert

    Jillian Siefert | Former insurance consultant, current creator of tiny art, cat mom, dear friend, and celebrator of color. This conversation is all about leaning into your authentic self - because that is where you shine! Jill shares her story of going from insurance in the corporate world to becoming a full-time artist, and the very unexpected "plot twists" that brought her here! Find Jillian on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook Online at: https://www.jillianreneeart.com Locally at Haley Gallery, New Albany & Hammond Harkins Galleries, Downtown Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe or share! Follow us on Instagram @lives.lived.podcast

    1 hr
  4. 006: In Front of the Camera and Behind the Mic | Ashley Bornancin

    11/15/2024

    006: In Front of the Camera and Behind the Mic | Ashley Bornancin

    Ashley Bornancin | Former Hollywood actress & news reporter, current corporate girly & content creator, dog mom, travel fanatic, and avid adventure seeker! Ever wonder what acting in Hollywood is really like? Ashley pulls back the curtain as we talk about dreams, what happens when hardships come into our lives, gratitude, and embracing this one life as a unique, beautiful journey. Follow Ashley on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, or at ashleyandallan.com Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe or share! Follow us on Instagram @lives.lived.podcast

    1h 23m
  5. 005: Shifting from Center Stage to Backstage | Halen Bouhadana

    10/22/2024

    005: Shifting from Center Stage to Backstage | Halen Bouhadana

    Halen Bouhadana | Former touring musician, current Live Event Production Manager, and daily best hair winner. Have you ever wondered what it was like for a touring musician? This episode is one musician's story of growing up on stage and moving into a new season of life. Halen shares his journey from performing to producing and what life looks like now. Hope you enjoy it! Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe or share! Follow us on Instagram @lives.lived.podcast

    55 min
  6. 004: Embracing the Unknown | Jennifer Oller

    09/16/2024

    004: Embracing the Unknown | Jennifer Oller

    Jennifer Oller | Former homeschool mom, current small business owner, Ohio Transplant, and one of the sweetest souls you'll meet! I LOVED this conversation! Jennifer shares about her journey from NY to Ohio, motherhood to empty-nester, and where her passion for baking took her! She also opens up about some really personal topics, candidly sharing challenges and growth with us and I am so grateful! To find out more about Slice of Heaven Bakery: https://sohcolumbus.square.site/ Follow SOH on Instagram @sliceofheavencbus Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe or share! Follow us on Instagram @lives.lived.podcast

    56 min
  7. 003: Navigating Advocacy in a Polarized Culture | Steph Krider

    08/15/2024

    003: Navigating Advocacy in a Polarized Culture | Steph Krider

    Steph Krider | Former lobbyist, current Value Life organizer, wife, mom, friend, bundle of pure joy! This episode is a rich conversation between me and my good friend Steph Krider! Steph shares about her time working in government for the State of Ohio and what her life looks like now! She talks about advocacy vs activism, staying true to yourself, and the slow and steady work we are all capable of. She also talks about the awesome organization, Value Life, a ministry that helps support women and babies. For more info about Value Life: https://www.lifevineyardchurch.com/value-life To connect with or follow Steph Krider: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-ranade-krider/ Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe or share! Follow us on Instagram @lives.lived.podcast

    56 min
  8. 002: Leaving Room for Change | Kelsey Sims

    07/15/2024

    002: Leaving Room for Change | Kelsey Sims

    Kelsey Sims | Former Hollywood Production Assistant, current Community Housing Specialist, future LPCC, and my BFF! Welcome to the wild west of my very first podcast episode ever... where I interview my best friend Kelsey Sims! From her life as a Hollywood Production Assistant to now, a Clinical Counselor in training, Kelsey shares with us the journey of following her passions and giving herself permission to change her mind! You can find Kelsey on Instagram @kelsey_bluestocking Learn more about the amazing housing work the YMCA does right here! Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe or share! Follow us on Instagram @lives.lived.podcast

    51 min
  9. 001: The Lives I've Lived | An Introduction

    06/15/2024

    001: The Lives I've Lived | An Introduction

    Megan Asa | From Seattle to Ohio and a few stops in between, the now Live Event Producer shares stories from her past. Hi! My name is Megan and I can't stop thinking about how, within our one, beautiful life, we often find ourselves living numerous, shorter lives! This episode is an introduction to me, why I started this podcast, and some of the lives I've lived so far! I hope you enjoy! Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review, subscribe or share! Follow us on Instagram @lives.lived.podcast

    15 min
  • 9 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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out of 5
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About

Welcome to "The Lives I've Lived Podcast," where we dig into the incredible stories that shape us! Have you ever found yourself thinking, "That memory feels like a lifetime ago!" Us, too! Join me each episode as I chat with guests from all walks of life, uncovering the wild twists and turns that have brought them to where they are right now. From artists to entrepreneurs, adventurers to advocates, my guests share how one experience led to another, often to unexpected places. Get ready for inspiring stories filled with laughs, lessons, and those “aha” moments that remind us how interconnected our journeys really are.

Information

  • Creator
    Megan Asa
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Lives I've Lived Podcast
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