The Story & Experience Podcast

All that we are at this very moment is a culmination of the stories and experiences of those before us. Sit back and listen to the beautiful stories that shape us, our families and our communities. Welcome to The Story & Experience Podcast series.

Charlyn Manuel 11/15/2024

Charlyn Manuel Join host Japhet De Oliveira in an engaging conversation with Charlyn Manuel, Pharmacy Technician at Adventist Health, as they explore her journey of compassion in healthcare, her reflections on childhood joy, and the lessons she’s learned from building a life filled with meaningful connections. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33946272

Sarah Clair 11/15/2024

Sarah Clair Join host Japhet De Oliveira for a thoughtful conversation with Sarah Clair, Public Affairs Manager at Adventist Health, as they discuss her journey from social work to public affairs, embracing positivity, and finding joy in meaningful connections and community. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33945927

Brent Soper 11/08/2024

Brent Soper Join host Japhet De Oliveira as he connects with Brent Soper, Finance Officer for IT Services at Adventist Health, for a conversation about Brent's journey from audit to finance, his love of Italy, and how gardening and mentoring others have enriched his life. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33855632

Elizabeth Naylor 11/08/2024

Elizabeth Naylor Join host Japhet De Oliveira in a heartwarming conversation with Elizabeth Naylor, Executive Director of Crush Cancer Napa Valley, as they discuss her journey as a cancer survivor, her love for animals, and her commitment to helping others. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33851782

Rob Nevarez 10/31/2024

Rob Nevarez Join host Japhet De Oliveira as he connects with Rob Nevarez, Executive Assistant at Adventist Health, for a candid conversation about navigating life’s curveballs, balancing patience and control, and finding meaning in small moments. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33711662

Elia King 10/31/2024

Elia King Join host Japhet De Oliveira as he sits down with Elia King, Designer for System Marketing at Adventist Health, for an inspiring conversation about creativity, navigating unexpected life paths, and the meaningful power of music. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33710952

Molly Gamble 10/30/2024

Molly Gamble Join host Japhet De Oliveira as he speaks with Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker's Healthcare, in an engaging conversation about navigating media, integrity in journalism, and the joy of lifelong learning. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33696517

Leila Ibushi-Thompson 10/25/2024

Leila Ibushi-Thompson Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest Leila Ibushi-Thompson, Patient Care Executive at Adventist Health White Memorial, for a meaningful conversation about adventurous meals, transitioning into a new phase of parenting, her passion for nursing, and learning through failure. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33619722

Yolanda Herring 10/25/2024

Yolanda Herring Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest Yolanda Herring, Employee Relations & Compliance Administrative Director at Adventist Health, for a beautiful conversation about her heart for single mothers, the perfect southern Thanksgiving meal, why empathy is essential in Human Resources, and the lifelong impact of a caring sergeant. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33616312

Mark Dwyer 10/15/2024

Mark Dwyer Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest Mark Dwyer, Corporate Communications Manager at Adventist Health, for a fun and meaningful conversation about his passion for art, fear of sugar, giving an informational "no," and how his faith and life have interacted over the years. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33467787

Juleun Johnson 10/11/2024

Juleun Johnson Join host Japhet De Oliveira in a dynamic conversation with Juleun Johnson, Vice President for Mission and Ministry at AdventHealth, as they explore leadership, the value of imagination, and serving communities with compassion. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33426417

Amy Lasher 10/11/2024

Amy Lasher Join host Japhet De Oliveira as he sits down with Amy Lasher, System Director of Community Impact at Adventist Health, for a thoughtful conversation about the intersections of healthcare and community, her passion for food systems, and the challenges of balancing professional and personal life as a mother. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33426162

J. Murdock 10/08/2024

J. Murdock Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest J. Murdock, Senior Chaplain at Adventist Health Clear Lake, for a meaningful conversation surrounding his journey to chaplaincy, experiencing multiple heart attacks, dissolving boundaries, and the importance of being in the moment with patients. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33382547

Marquel Dillaway Torres 09/19/2024

Marquel Dillaway Torres Join host Japhet De Oliveira as he sits down with Marquel Dillaway Torres, System Cabinet Executive Assistant at Adventist Health, for a lively conversation about her heart for service, processing sadness, life-long traditions, and how her faith and life intersect. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33124797

Lisa Wegley 09/18/2024

Lisa Wegley Join host Japhet De Oliveira for a delightful conversation with Lisa Wegley, Community Benefits Operations Program Manager at Adventist Health, as they discuss what she loves about her role, creating culinary experiences, finding peace among nature, and the art of being patiently persistent. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33110867

Howard Landa 09/17/2024

Howard Landa Join host Japhet De Oliveira for a meaningful conversation with Howard Landa, Chief Medical Informatics Officer at Adventist Health, as he shares the incredible impact of his father, life's unpredictable turns, the beauty of family, and the power of stupid ideas. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33093787

Tim Northrop 09/16/2024

Tim Northrop Join host Japhet De Oliveira for a thoughtful conversation with Tim Northrop, System Director for Risk & Insurance at Adventist Health, as they explore Tim’s unique path from trades to executive leadership, his passion for problem-solving, and how integrity, family values, and early morning routines shape both his personal life and approach to managing risk. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/33079732

Marc Woodson 09/05/2024

Marc Woodson Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest Marc Woodson, President of the Northern California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, for an inspiring conversation about his lifelong calling to ministry, the importance of intentional time with God, the impact of supportive communities, and his passion for making the world a better place through faith and leadership. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32936702

Todd Reese 09/03/2024

Todd Reese Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest Todd Reese, Human Resources Network Director at Adventist Health, for an inspiring conversation about generational mission work, navigating a health crisis through the kindness of others, full circle moments, and his work around the globe. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32880822

Robert Ferguson 09/03/2024

Robert Ferguson Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest Robert Ferguson, Program Manager at Adventist Health, for an insightful conversation about his master's thesis, travel, expanding your world through community, and a meaningful professional influence in his life. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32877590

Chris Garcia 08/20/2024

Chris Garcia Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest Chris Garcia, IT Administrative Director at Adventist Health Roseville, for a dynamic conversation about his love for baseball, how his aunt was his biggest fan, Adventist Health's transition to Epic, and practicing present parenting. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32660577

Mark Mitchelson 08/20/2024

Mark Mitchelson Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest Mark Mitchelson, Patient Care Executive at Adventist Health Simi Valley, for a meaningful conversation about the most beautiful places he's traveled, expanding healthcare services in Ventura County, leading through change, and inspiring role models. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32658302

Milad Pezeshki 08/13/2024

Milad Pezeshki Join host Japhet De Oliveira as he sits down with Milad Pezeshki, Director of Outpatient Operations at Adventist Health Simi Valley, for a moving conversation about what language he dreams in, how his mother was an advocate for his education, the beauty found in complicated meals, and acknowledging risks but not fearing failure. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32560167

Jeff Musser 08/01/2024

Jeff Musser Join host Japhet De Oliveira as he connects with Jeff Musser, Investment Management Director at Adventist Health, for a captivating discussion around managing substantial investment assets, having some fun with practical jokes, the crucial role of financial literacy education in schools, and the importance of advocating for the people you love. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32391982

Randi White 08/01/2024

Randi White Join host Japhet De Oliveira as he sits down with Randi White, Medical Group Administrator at Adventist Health Portland, for an engaging conversation about pistachio cream pie, the profound impact of a great boss, taking opportunities that bring you closer to your goals and the definition of success. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32389947

Sarah Gutierrez 07/30/2024

Sarah Gutierrez Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest, Sarah Gutierrez, Human Resources Director for Adventist Health Simi Valley, for a meaningful conversation about falling into the world of Human Resources, learning to enjoy new food, ingredients for the best breakfast burritos, and her mother's incredible impact on her life. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32356137

Cory Ferrier 07/29/2024

Cory Ferrier Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest, Cory Ferrier, Business Development Executive at Adventist Health Simi Valley, for a fascinating conversation about his debut into the world at Adventist Health Portland, playing basketball overseas, increasing blood donations to hospitals in Haiti, and saying goodbye to grandparents. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32339287

Juan De La Cruz 07/10/2024

Juan De La Cruz Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest, Juan De La Cruz, President of Philanthropy at Adventist Health White Memorial, for a meaningful conversation about why he believes so deeply in the mission of Adventist Health, eating a scorpion in China, generational stories of sacrifice, and delivering the news of loss to his six-year-old nephew. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/32085967

Mara Bryant 07/02/2024

Mara Bryant Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest, Mara Bryant, Operations Executive at Adventist Health White Memorial, for a captivating conversation about her 38-year journey with Adventist Health, her dedication to promoting peace in divided communities, and the logistics of hosting family for Thanksgiving dinner. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/31984887

Diana Erdmann 07/02/2024

Diana Erdmann Join host Japhet De Oliveira and his guest, Diana Erdmann, Patient Care Executive at Adventist Health Portland, for an inspiring conversation about the beauty of caregiving, the balance of spreadsheets and feelings, hiking Mount St. Helens and the distinction between forgiveness and reconciliation. /episode/index/show/the-story-and-experience/id/31982667

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