S3 Episode 21 - Grace, Grief and the God Who Stays

“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” — Helen KellerIn this deeply moving episode of The World Without People Podcast, Ayomide sits down with Dr. Olajide Sobande, a public health expert whose life story intertwines heartbreak, healing, and unexpected joy. Dr. Sobande opens up about navigating infertility, embracing adoption, coping with personal loss, and rediscovering hope through fatherhood. He also reflects on his career in public health, his shift into real estate, and the courage it takes to rebuild one’s life after grief.Insightful, emotional, and uplifting, this conversation offers powerful lessons on resilience, faith, and the human ability to begin again.📌 Follow us on social media for updates and exclusive content! Instagram: ⁠https://instagram.com/twwpcast⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twwpcastX (Twitter): ⁠https://x.com/twwpcast⁠Website: www.worldwithoutpeople.org00:00 Introduction 01:36 Early Life and Family Background03:19 The Meaning of Names07:30 University Experience and Career Beginnings14:52 Public Health Journey22:16 Personal Life and Relationships38:24 Navigating a Large Family40:03 The Journey to Parenthood40:50 Struggles with Infertility43:19 Adoption and Unexpected Joy46:58 Coping with Loss48:42 Faith and Gratitude57:01 Embracing Fatherhood58:46 Looking Ahead: New Beginnings01:00:23 Rapid Fire Questions 01:14:01 Conclusion