The Human Archive

Welcome Hello, I’m Dr. Jen Henderson, and this is The Human Archive. Today’s episode is called “Writing Myself into the World,” and I’m inviting you to join me as we explore what it means to truly see ourselves, to find our voice, and to put our story on the page. ✍️ Episode Summary Have you ever felt invisible, even to yourself? In this episode, I reflect on the quiet power of writing as a way to...

Welcome Hello, I’m Dr. Jen Henderson, and this is The Human Archive. In today’s episode – “Letters I Never Sent and the Stories I Wish I Told” – I’m exploring the words we hold inside, the letters we never posted, and the stories that shape us, even when left unsaid. 📬 Episode Summary Sometimes, the stories we don’t share are the ones that stay with us the longest. This episode is a gentle invita...

Welcome Hello and welcome back to The Human Archive. I’m Dr. Jen Henderson, and today, we’re opening a different kind of book, one you won’t find in any library or bookshop. Instead, it’s the book that lives between generations, woven through half-remembered conversations and the stories we inherit from those who came before us. Episode Summary In this episode, “The Stories We Inherit,” I explore...

Welcome Hello, it’s Dr. Jen, and this week I’m inviting you to join me for a deeply human conversation, one that many of us shy away from. We’re exploring what it really means to become less independent as we age, not just in body, but in mind and spirit too. Are we truly prepared for this inevitable shift, and could there be unexpected beauty in needing others? Episode Summary In this episode, I...

Welcome 👋 Thank you for joining me for another episode of The Human Archive. I’m Dr. Jen Henderson, and today I’m exploring a topic that touches every single one of us: the journey of growing older. From the physical changes we notice in the mirror to the emotional and psychological shifts that shape our lives, this episode is all about what it truly means to age, and why your own story matters m...

Welcome to The Human Archive – Episode 12 ✨ Hello and thank you for joining me for this week’s episode. I’m Dr. Jen Henderson, and today I’m inviting you to sit with me in the space where challenge transforms us. I’m not entirely sure where we’ll land, but I do know we’re staying with the questions that shape us, especially the ones we rarely voice. Episode Summary Over recent months, I’ve spent...

Welcome 👋 Thank you for joining me, Dr. Jen Henderson, on The Human Archive. Today, I’m inviting you to pause with me and explore why our childhood stories matter so much. Together, we’re stepping into care homes, not just with microphones but with curiosity and care, to collect the memories that shape who we become. Episode Summary 📝 In this episode, I reflect on the power of childhood memories...

⚠️ Trigger Warning This episode discusses topics related to mental health challenges, including suicide. Please take care while listening and reach out for support if needed. 🌟 Welcome to The Human Archive! In this episode, I’m joined by John, a remarkable individual whose journey through mental health challenges has led to profound healing, creativity, and connection. Together, we explore how re...

Hello and welcome to another episode of The Human Archive. I am Dr. Jen Henderson, and today I am joined by Sarah, an extraordinary activities coordinator whose passion for care and connection truly shines. Episode Summary In this heartfelt conversation, Sarah shares what a typical day looks like in her role, the importance of meaningful activities for residents, and the small moments that make a...

Welcome 🌿 Thank you for joining me once again on The Human Archive. In today’s episode, I invite you into a conversation that often lives in the quiet corners of healthcare. We explore what doctors carry, not just the knowledge or the diagnoses, but also the emotional weight, the quiet witnessing, and the stories that linger long after the clinic doors have closed. I am joined by Dr. Naomi Jeffre...

Welcome 🌱 Thank you for joining me once again on The Human Archive. If you are new here, I am so pleased you have found us. This podcast is a space to explore what it truly means to be human – to remember, to feel, to connect, and to speak honestly about life as it is right now. Today, and over the next few episodes, I am delving into a subject that is both tender and deeply personal: mental heal...

Welcome to The Human Archive Podcast! 🎙️ Hi everyone, I’m Dr. Jen Henderson, and I’m so glad you’re here for another episode of The Human Archive. This week, I’m joined once again by my colleague Em, a fellow Story Collector here at The Human Archive. Together, we dive into a fascinating and thought-provoking conversation about storytelling and how it weaves through every stage of our lives. Episo...

Welcome to The Human Archive Podcast! 🎙️ Hi, I’m Dr. Jen Henderson, and I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you’re walking, driving, or curled up at home, thank you for spending this time with me. Today’s episode is a little different, it’s just you and me. Together, we’re going on a journey through the story of storytelling itself. Episode Summary ✨ Have you ever wondered why stories are so central...

Welcome to The Human Archive Podcast! 🎙️ Hi everyone, I’m Dr. Jen Henderson, and I’m so glad you’re here for this week’s episode of The Human Archive. Today, we’re exploring something we all long for - how to unlock the stories and memories that make us human. Episode Summary ✨ In this episode, I share five powerful tools to help bring buried memories to the surface, whether they’re your own or s...

Your everyday moments hold the power to inspire, connect, and transform. Discover how sharing your stories can make a difference, for yourself, your loved ones, and even strangers. ✨ Welcome to The Human Archive Podcast! 🎙️ Hi everyone, I’m Dr. Jen Henderson, and I’m so excited to share this episode with you. Today, I’m joined by Em, a Story Collector here at Escendant, The Human Archive. Togethe...

Welcome to the very first episode of The Human Archive Podcast ! I’m Jen Henderson, CEO and co-founder of Escendant, The Human Archive, and I’m thrilled to share this journey with you. In this debut episode, I take you back to the beginning, to the moment I realised how precious our stories, voices, and memories truly are. As someone who has spent decades listening to people’s stories, often in th...

Storytelling is fundamental to being human. It’s how we connect, pass down wisdom, and make sense of the world. But why do we often struggle to share our own stories? In this episode, I explore the power of storytelling, why it matters, and how even the smallest, everyday moments can hold meaning. 📖 Episode Summary From oral traditions around fires to scrolling through Facebook, storytelling has...

Welcome to The Human Archive Podcast! 🎙️ Hi, I’m Dr. Jen Henderson, and I’m so excited to invite you into The Human Archive a podcast where every story is a time capsule and every voice matters. What’s This Podcast About? ✨ Have you ever noticed how a single story can change the way you see everything? That’s the heart of The Human Archive. This isn’t just a podcast, it’s a growing collection of...