Description

In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone welcomes Joel Oliver, a digital nomad and heart surgery survivor, to share his captivating journey. Joel discusses his unexpected heart surgery at a young age, his untethered lifestyle as a digital nomad, and how these experiences have shaped his outlook on life.

Guest Information:

Joel Oliver is the owner and founder of East Coast Studio, a podcast production company which was bootstrapped with no outside funding, from Joel’s small beginning as a freelancer over a decade ago. 

Main Topics Covered:

1. Heart Surgery Journey:
2. Joel’s experience with atrial fibrillation, leading to a mechanical valve replacement surgery at the age of 27. How he managed his recovery and the support he received from family.
3. Living as a Digital Nomad:
4. Joel’s transition from owning a home in Canada to embracing a full-time nomadic lifestyle. His experiences and insights on the logistical and emotional aspects of constantly moving.
5. Insights on Support and Community:
6. The importance of online communities and support systems for people undergoing significant medical procedures.
7. Professional Life:
8. Joel's work in the podcast production industry, including a special trial offer for listeners interested in starting their own podcasts.

Quote from the Episode:

"Even things that have been bad in life, I rarely will ever say I wish they never happened because otherwise I wouldn't even be who I am now." - Joel Oliver

Timestamps:

• [00:00:02]
• Introduction and Welcome
• [00:00:35]
• Where Joel is Currently Located
• [00:02:08]
• Joel’s Personal Life and Interests
• [00:03:18]
• Main Topics Introduction: Heart Surgery and Digital Nomadism
• [00:04:31]
• Discussing the Heart Surgery
• [00:08:54]
• Symptoms and Diagnosis
• [00:10:08]
• Type of Heart Surgery
• [00:11:21]
• Facing Surgery at a Young Age
• [00:13:39]
• Lessons Learned and Support Systems
• [00:19:36]
• Connection to Nomadic Lifestyle
• [00:21:07]
• Embracing the Nomadic Life
• [00:24:28]
• Logistics of Being a Nomad
• [00:26:44]
• Deciding to Become a Nomad
• [00:29:12]
• Joel’s Business: East Coast Studio

Connect with Joel and the East Coast Studio https://eastcoaststudio.com/

If you have a podcast Joel offered the audience Get $50 off your first podcast service with East Coast Studio when you mention this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting! Visit https://eastcoaststudio.com/podcast-vitality-call/ to book your Podcast Vitality Call.

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