The Story & Experience Podcast

José Bourget, Program Manager for Regonition and Belonging at Beacon Health, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a meaningful conversation surrounding his family's immigration from the Dominican Republic, his leadership philosophy centered on empathy, and the profound personal growth he experienced through difficult life experiences.

Jonathan Kono joins host Japhet De Oliveira as he reflects on his extensive real estate career, shares how his upbringing and Christian faith shaped his personality and values, and discusses the central role of family, hobbies, and a positive outlook in his life.

Mai Lee, Administrative Director for Philanthropy Operations at Services at Adventist Health, joins host Japhet De Oliveira to discuss her background as a Hmong refugee from Laos, her career transition from a burnt-out Silicon Valley tech worker to finding her calling in philanthropy, the importance of gratitude in motivating generosity, and her desire to be remembered for bringing people together...

Cindy Nutter, interim System Chief Nursing Officer for Adventist Health, joins host Japhet De Oliveira to discuss her unexpected path into nursing, her desire to create better systems for her colleagues, and the immense appreciation she has for her family's support.

Mike Peterson, an IT Manager at Adventist Health, joins host Japhet De Oliveira to discuss his unconventional career path, leadership philosophy, and his current season of rebuilding.

Join host Japhet De Oliveira as he sits down with Sheri Dungan, System Emergency Department Specialist at Adventist Health, for an inspiring conversation about embracing joy, the power of gratitude, building meaningful relationships, and the intentional choices that shape a purpose-filled life.

Lisa Curtis, Epic Credential Trainer at Adventist Health, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a heartfelt conversation about her creative approach to work, her recent and successful battle with stage one ovarian cancer, the emotional experience of her mother's passing shortly after her sons were born, and the power of personal growth and resilience.

Mikayla Davis, the executive assistant to the president at Adventist Health St. Helena, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a meaningful conversation about the advice she would give her younger self, the most thoughtful gift she has received, and her ongoing journey to discovering her passion.

Imee Dahl, the Operations and Patient Care Executive at Adventist Health St. Helena, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for an enriching conversation about who influenced her value of education and philanthropy, her definition of community, and reflections on impactful relationships.

Steve Herber, MD, President of Adventist Health St. Helena, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a meaningful conversation about his rich history with Adventist Health, how his personal and professional missions are interwoven, and how to keep hope alive through every season.

Shirisha Avadhanula, MD, an endocrinologist and the Program Director for the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Adventist Health Tulare, joins host Japhet De Oliveira to discuss her motivation for moving to an underserved rural area, stories about her childhood, her leadership philosophy, and the challenges of integrating her identity as a new mother and a physician.

Shelby Faria, an executive assistant at Adventist Health, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for an inspiring conversation about how she got her name, her life of resilience, and the hope she finds in her son.

Laura Amaya, receptionist at the Adventist Health Corporate Office, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a meaningful conversation about the incredible presence of her family while raising her daughter, why her father is her biggest role model, and her thoughts on the culture at Adventist Health.

Jennifer Sheldon, Associate Patient Care Executive for Adventist Health Hanford and Adventist Health Selma, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a meaningful conversation about what has shaped her innate desire to care for people, the depth of her faith, and processing the loss of her father.

Gan Dunnington, MD, cardiothoracic surgeon at Adventist Health St. Helena, joins host Japhet De Oliveira to discuss following in his parents' footsteps by pursuing medicine, his pack of Labrador retrievers, and his love for the community he serves.

Doug Ward, Physician Practice & Ambulatory Services Executive, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a vulnerable conversation about his passion for encouraging team members, the importance of faith and family, and what has pushed him to be the best version of himself.

Denis Fortin, a historical theology professor at Andrews University, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a warm conversation about his love of the outdoors and nature, his teaching philosophy, and the influential people in his life.

Stephanie Wallace, Director of the Heart and Vascular, Medsurg, and Mental Health units at Adventist Health St. Helena, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for an inspiring conversation about encouraging professional development, pursuing positive relationships, and her dedication to her career with Adventist Health.

Glen Newhart, President and CEO of the St. Helena Hospital Foundation, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a meaningful conversation about his interest in becoming an astronaut as a child, his approach to building trust and relationships with donors and the community, and creating empowered teams.

Kylee Tano, Operations Manager at Adventist Health Castle, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a heartfelt conversation about the beauty she found in motherhood, her deep connection to the community, and her passion for supporting families in the NICU.

Amizetta Clark, MD, medical director of the psychiatric unit at Adventist Health St. Helena, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for an honest conversation about choosing to pursue psychiatry, her path of continuing education, the values she instills in her children, and the importance of empathy.

Samuel McKee, founder of Evergreen Leadership, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for an in-depth discussion about overcoming a difficult childhood, the incredible moments that brought him to where he is today, and how to challenge people directly while caring for them personally.

Jacob Shreve, MD, medical oncologist at Adventist Health Castle, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for an insightful conversation about the rewarding yet emotionally taxing nature of his work, his background in computer science, and his vision for opening a community-focused restaurant.

Steven Fowler, MD, a general surgeon at Adventist Health Castle, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a meaningful conversation surrounding his journey to medical practice, meaningful moments in life, the power of social-emotional learning, and becoming more sentimental.

Naoky Tsai, MD, a gastroenterologist and hepatologist at Adventist Health Castle, joins host Japhet De Oliveira for a meaningful conversation about his father's influence on his decision to pursue medicine, his decision to come to the United States for further training, and his establishment of the first liver transplant program in the state.