Pandora's Awareness Podcast

Send a text 🎙️ Welcome to a special edition of the Pandora's Awareness Podcast, in collaboration with TheMapsProject Podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into a thought-provoking discussion with Amelia about redefining EGO as an acronym for Equal GUS Objective, and how this simple shift in mindset can lead to personal transformation. We explore our big questions that occupy our thoughts in...

Send a text 📣 New Podcast Episode Alert! 📣 Title: "Triumph Over Cancer: Casey Kang Head's Journey of Resilience and Empowerment" Get ready for an amazing conversation with Casey Kang Head, a 3x cancer survivor who fought acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a rare children's cancer, at the age of 31. Casey's story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human body and...

Send a text 🎖️ New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "A Candid Conversation with Retired Sgt. Major Michael Lawson: Reflections, Impact, and Growth" 🎖️ In this heartfelt and honest episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Retired Sgt. Major Michael Lawson, who served an impressive 31 years in the US Army Finance Corps. We take a trip down memory lane, reflecting on our time w...

Send a text 🌟 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Reconnecting with Hernan Vasquez: Impact, Growth, and Solar Energy" 🌟 In this captivating episode, I reconnect with my old Army buddy, Hernan Vasquez, as we reminisce about our time together in the service from 2002-2004. We discuss the impact we had on each other's lives and the people around us, and how our experiences...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "A Genuine Chat with Aaron Draper: Appreciating the Work-Life Connection" 🎧 In this engaging episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Aaron Draper, a former colleague, and friend. We reminisce about our time working together and the impact we had on each other's lives. Using a hypothetical scenario where I am no lo...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "A Journey Through Time with Rodani Tan: Cherishing Our Long-lasting Bond" 🎧 In this heartfelt episode, I had the pleasure of catching up with an old friend, Rodani Tan, whose journey has intertwined with mine since our first meeting in Germany around 2004/5. From attending school together in Ft. Jackson, SC, to deploying in K...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Revisiting Hawaiian Memories with Satish Phuyal: Impact, Growth, and Friendship" 🎧 In this captivating episode, I take a trip down memory lane with my friend, Satish Phuyal. We reminisce about the time we served together in Hawaii from 2016 to 2019, and discuss the impact we've had on each other's lives throughout o...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "A Journey of Inspiration & Mentorship with Jones: From Germany to Hawaii and Beyond" 🎧 In this enriching episode, I reconnect with my long-time friend, Jones. We first met in Germany back in 2008, and our paths have crossed in Hawaii and many other places since then. We discuss our shared experiences and the impact we&apo...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Courageous Conversations with Dominique Miles: From Military Service to Entrepreneurship & Fitness Dedication" 🎧 In this powerful episode, I reconnect with my friend Dominique Miles, who bravely shares what he likes and dislikes about me, as well as the impact I've had on his life. After eight years of military servi...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "The Learning Journey Series: Taking Care of Your Parents by Becoming the Best Version of Yourself" 🎧 Welcome back to the Learning Journey Series on Pandora's Awareness Podcast! In this episode, we discuss the importance of taking care of your parents, not by showering them with material things, but by becoming a decent h...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Candid Conversations with Cragon Mais: Military Service in Hawaii & Guantanamo Bay" 🎧 In this insightful episode, I catch up with my friend Cragon Mais, who shares his honest thoughts about what he likes and doesn't like about me, as well as the impact I've had on his life. Cragon and I served together in Hawaii...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "The Learning Journey: Long-term vs. Short-term Planning and How It Shapes Our Lives" 🎧 Dive into this insightful episode of Pandora's Awareness Podcast as I discuss the importance of long-term and short-term planning in our lives, and how it can impact our direction and focus. Drawing from my military experience, I explo...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Heartfelt Conversations with Paul Das: Life in Germany, Government Work & Military Service in Hawaii" 🎧 Join me in this heartwarming episode as I reconnect with my dear friend, Paul Das, who isn't afraid to share his true feelings. We discuss his new life in Germany, working for the government, and enjoying married l...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Catching up with Big Brother David Dominique: Mentorship, Military Service, and Pursuing Passions" 🎧 In this special episode, I reconnect with my big brother and mentor, David Dominique. Our paths first crossed in Germany around 2005/6 and we later reconnected in Hawaii. Now retired, David is living and enjoying his life in H...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "The Learning Journey Series: Overcoming the Fear of Dogs and Understanding the Power of Energy" 🎧 Welcome back to the Learning Journey Series on Pandora's Awareness Podcast! In this episode, we discuss overcoming the fear of dogs and understanding the power of the energy we project onto animals and people. Listen as Ashe...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Gaining Perspective and Building Bonds with Ozzy Ayala" 🎧 In this heartfelt episode, I catch up with a respected friend and former colleague, Ozzy Ayala. We served together in Hawaii, and our time working alongside each other built a strong bond between us. Facing the two hypothetical questions about what he likes and doesn&a...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Heartfelt Conversations with My Little Sister, Yuyan Cai" 🎧 In this special episode, I have an open and honest conversation with someone I truly adore and care for, my little sister Yuyan Cai. Our bond is strong, and her perspective is unique as she shares her thoughts on what she likes and doesn't like about me. Yuyan a...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "A Powerful Conversation with Anazette Blackwood: Growth, Family, and Ambition" 🎧 Join me in this exciting episode as I catch up with my incredible friend and former colleague, Anazette Blackwood. Anazette is a true powerhouse, having served together in Hawaii, and now focusing on her family and thriving outside of the militar...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "A Soulful Conversation with Andrea Tripodi: Wisdom and Friendship" 🎧 Join me in this beautiful episode as I reconnect with my dear friend and counselor, Andrea Tripodi. Andrea is an incredibly spiritual person who radiates wisdom and positive energy. Our conversations are always filled with profound insights and reflections....

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Reconnecting with Stephen Sannis: Military Brotherhood and Shared Adventures" 🎧 Join me in this heartwarming episode as I reconnect with my Army brother, Stephen Sannis. We had an amazing time serving together and shared countless outdoor adventures and nights out. Our paths first crossed at a leadership course in Fort Jackso...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Catching Up with Benjamin 'Richie Feelings' Richardson: Azimuth Checks and Lasting Connections" 🎧 In this heartwarming episode, I reconnect with Benjamin Richardson, aka "Richie Feelings," a dear friend and fellow soldier I served with in Germany and during a 15-month tour in Afghanistan back in 2007-2008....

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Tonya Lane Oxendine - A Mentor, Friend, and Source of Inspiration" 🎧 In this engaging episode, I have an honest and entertaining conversation with my longtime mentor and friend, Tonya Lane Oxendine. Tonya served 30 years in the military and has since retired, now dedicating her time to motivating and inspiring people on socia...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Tshering Sherpa - Sharing Love, Laughs, and Insights" 🎧 In this delightful episode, I have a fun and heartfelt conversation with one of my favorite people in the world, Tshering Sherpa. Tshering and I served together in Hawaii, and we've maintained a strong friendship ever since. We talk almost weekly, and she, along wit...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Catching Up with My Little Brother, Praksh Dhakal" 🎧 In this episode, I'm thrilled to catch up with my smart and talented little brother, Praksh Dhakal. We reminisce about our time serving together in Hawaii and the great experiences we shared. Praksh is now out of the military and living in Texas, but our bond remains s...

Send a text 🎧 New Pandora's Awareness Podcast Episode: "Reconnecting with the Beautiful & Amazing Valentina Carlberg" 🎧 In this heartfelt episode, I'm delighted to reconnect with my dear friend Valentina Carlberg, whom I first met in South Korea. Valentina was a wonderful friend to me when I first arrived there, and although it's been years since we last chatted, our...