The Roads Not Taken: From Indiana to Croatia and Everything In Between
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of "what ifs" – those pivotal moments where a single decision sends our lives careening down an entirely different path ⚡️ Join us as Shelly reveals how one questionable party choice in small-town Indiana (featuring a character named "Buckwheat" – yes, really) led to a career in genetics 🧬, world travels 🌎, and ultimately, this very podcast 🎙️.
Meanwhile, Beth shares her post-9/11 decision to abandon her dreams of Croatian expat life (and potentially a whirlwind romance with a fictional French man 🥖) to return to DC – a choice that led her to the National Labor College and our motley crew.
Along the way, we explore:
How Shelly's teenage rebellion against her teacher parents accidentally launched a medical career 🔬
John's powerful reflection on identity and the doctor who changed his life with three simple words ❤️
Beth's theory that good teeth and intelligence are non-negotiable dating criteria 🦷🧠
Jim's ongoing campaign for immortality (because FOMO doesn't end with death) ⌛️
The unexpected joys and perils of Broadway-adjacent restaurants with singing waiters 🎭
Plus, we learn that Shelly's been holding out on us – there's apparently a dark novel in progress that we're all dying to read 📚. No pressure, Shelly, but we're going to need at least a chapter...
Warning: This episode contains multiple instances of life-changing serendipity ✨, at least one reference to Chef Boyardee pizza 🍕, and Jim regretting everything he's ever said (while simultaneously fearing missing out on everything he hasn't yet said) 😅.
P.S. Peggy couldn't join us, but we're pretty sure her biggest regret is missing this episode. At least, that's what we're telling ourselves. 😉
Join us for an hour of warmth, wisdom, and wondering about the paths not taken – while being pretty darn grateful for the ones we chose. 🌟
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