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Essence and Essentials
by Jasmine Looi
“Essence and Essentials” is an educational podcast exploring the intersection between human health and the humanities. The goal is to share how to improve the quantity or quality of life through thoughtful conversation with guest speakers of all backgrounds.
Episodes
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The Reality of Medical School: Mental Health & Resilience with Sebastian Kempa, Lauryn Lima, and Abigail Pohl
Medical Student Panel #2! For her second medical student panel, Jasmine Looi brings together three other medical students in South Florida — Sebastian Kempa, Lauryn Lima, and Abigail Pohl — for an honest conversation about their mental health, burnout, identity, and quality of life in medical...
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Don't Stop: Life Lessons From Running with Frankie Ruiz
Running, Resilience & the Power of Community with Frankie Ruiz What if running could improve not only your physical health, but also your mental resilience, relationships, and overall quality of life? In this episode of Essence and Essentials, Jasmine Looi is joined by Frankie Ruiz, co-founder of...
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Humanizing AI: Building a Website Live with Kieran Abesamis (PART 2)
What happens when AI starts influencing not only how we work, but how we communicate, create, and even understand empathy? 🤖💭 In this unique 2nd episode of Essence and Essentials (PART 2), Jasmine sits down with software engineer Kieran Abesamis as they build a website demo for the podcast…
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Humanizing AI: Building a Website Live with Kieran Abesamis (PART 1)
What happens when AI starts influencing not only how we work, but how we communicate, create, and even understand empathy? 🤖💭 In this unique 2nd episode of Essence and Essentials (PART 1), Jasmine sits down with software engineer Kieran Abesamis as they build a website demo for the podcast…
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My Why: The Story Behind Starting a Podcast as a Medical Student
Welcome to the Season 2 premiere of Essence & Essentials! In this solo episode, I share the story behind the podcast—from the initial idea during medical school to building it into a platform that explores the intersection of healthcare, humanity, and meaningful conversation. Through questions...
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Acupuncture, Longevity, & Mitochondrial Health with Dr. Jacqueline Junco
What if longevity isn't just about living longer—but living better? In the Season 1 finale of Essence & Essentials, Jasmine Looi sits down with Dr. Jacqueline Junco, an MD, MPH, board-certified integrative medicine physician and Chair of Integrative Medicine at Nova Southeastern University. With...
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Global Public Health Perspectives: Kuwait & the US with Hamed Jarwan
For this episode of Essence and Essentials, Jasmine Looi sits down with Hamed Jarwan to explore public health, healthcare systems, and cultural lifestyle differences between Kuwait and the United States. From universal healthcare and government-funded medicine to chronic disease prevention…
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Work-Life Balance as a Medical Student Podcaster
For her first self-episode, Jasmine Looi reflects on completing her second semester of medical school while pursuing work-life balance through running, friendships, family support, and personal growth. From navigating the intensity of medical school to learning the importance of mindset…
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Medical School Across States: A Panel with Tiffany Liu, Carmelina Gorski, & Simon Coroza
In this episode, Jasmine Looi is joined by three other medical students at different stages of their journey—an M1, M2, and M4—bringing diverse perspectives across time, geography, and experience. From Philadelphia to Gainesville to New York City, this conversation dives into how future…
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Culture and Fitness in Medical School with Serratt Nong
In this episode of Essence and Essentials, Jasmine Looi talks with first-year osteopathic medical student, Serratt Nong, about his medical journey, shaped by his Cambodian heritage, family influence, and early exposure to the ER. He shares insights on balancing the demands of medical school with...
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Big & Little Talk - Nursing School, CRNA, and Global Health with Melody Song
In this episode of Essence and Essentials, Jasmine Looi speaks with nursing student Melody Song about her journey toward becoming a CRNA and her passion for patient-centered care. Melody describes her global health experience in Kenya, where she observed significant disparities in resources,...
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The Power of Creativity - Music and Photography with Jason Li
In this episode of Essence and Essentials, Jasmine Looi speaks with music teacher, jazz director, and photographer Jason Li about the role of creativity in improving mental health and overall quality of life. Drawing from his work with elementary students and young musicians in Nashville, Jason...
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Design Psychology with Alfred Karram Jr.
For the official launch of Essence and Essentials, Jasmine Looi speaks with architectural interior designer Alfred Karram Jr., founder of AKJ Design Concepts. With over four decades of experience designing luxury residences and super-yachts around the world, Alfred shares how thoughtful design…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
“Essence and Essentials” is an educational podcast exploring the intersection between human health and the humanities. The goal is to share how to improve the quantity or quality of life through thoughtful conversation with guest speakers of all backgrounds.
HOSTED BY
Jasmine Looi
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“Essence and Essentials” is an educational podcast exploring the intersection between human health and the humanities. The goal is to share how to improve the quantity or quality of life through thoughtful conversation with guest speakers of all backgrounds.
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Essence and Essentials is created and hosted by Jasmine Looi.
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