The Human Family podcast

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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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The Human Family Podcast is a place-based project out of Santa Barbara, CA that seeks to bring unity among our many communities via appreciating differences and recognizing commonalities. We focus on speaking with neighbors from various religious and ethnic groups in order to work towards a common history of how different groups have experienced this place that so many call home. With a common sense of our shared history, and a will to do justice, we believe that we can move towards living as one human family in Santa Barbara. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @humanfamilypod, and on Facebook at The Human Family Podcast. Email us at thehumanfamilypodcast@gmail.com with any questions or feedback!

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Rev. Nikki Ramage 31:46

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This week we're in conversation with Nikki Ramage, who is an Associate Pastor at the Free Methodist Church of Santa Barbara. She shares about her appreciation for the Douglas Preserve and about her connection with locals who have seen our town change over many years. We'll also hear about how public prayer requests and gratitude contribute to the health of her church community and about the importance of hugs in difficult times. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @humanfamilypod and on Facebook at The Human Family Podcast! Email us at thehumanfamilypodcast@gmail.com .…

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Art Cisneros 34:37

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This week we're in conversation with Art Cisneros, a Chumash elder and firekeeper. He shares about his family's history with this land and how life here has changed over the past 75 years. We'll also hear about his practice of prayer, how he situates himself as one of many living beings in our universe, and how that informs his message of forgiveness and changing the world through relationship. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @humanfamilypod and on Facebook at The Human Family Podcast! Email us at thehumanfamilypodcast@gmail.com .…

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Renee Golan 30:31

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This week we're in conversation with Renee Golan, who is a local mindfulness meditation teacher, and a member at Congregation B’nai B’rith, a local Jewish temple. She shares about her connection with the ocean and the mountains, and how they have played a role throughout her life. We’ll also hear about the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, and how Renee finds grounding in connecting with her ancestors and her spiritual community. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @humanfamilypod and on Facebook at The Human Family Podcast! Email us at thehumanfamilypodcast@gmail.com .…

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Rev. Dr. David Moore 34:45

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This week we're in conversation with Reverend Doctor David Moore, who is an activist pastor at New Covenant Worship Center. He shares about his connection with our local mountains and the trees and how they anchor his meditation practice. We'll also hear about the gift of failure, the Black community's celebration of New Year's, and David also shares what Black activists really want. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @humanfamilypod and on Facebook at The Human Family Podcast! Email us at thehumanfamilypodcast@gmail.com .…

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Rev. Dr. David Moore (Extended) 57:34

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Afaf Turjoman 27:07

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This week we're in conversation with Afaf Turjoman, who is a board member and trustee at the Islamic Society of Santa Barbara. She shares about her connection with the sunset and how it brings her closer to God during prayer. We’ll also hear about her appreciation for her practice of praying at dawn, and about the joys of celebrating Ramadan with her community. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @humanfamilypod and on Facebook at The Human Family Podcast! Email us at thehumanfamilypodcast@gmail.com .…

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Father Pedro Lopez 29:01

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This week we're in conversation with Father Pedro Lopez, Pastor of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Parish. He speaks on his relationship with his relationship to the ocean and how the Catholic church has interplayed with indigenous peoples of North America over the last 500 years. We'll also hear about Father Pedro's passion for the sacrament of the Eucharist, and how he has been shaped through beloved relationships over the course of his time as a priest. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @humanfamilypod and on Facebook at The Human Family Podcast! Email us at thehumanfamilypodcast@gmail.com .…

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Nakia Zavalla (Extended) 58:52

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This week we get to hear from Nakia Zavalla, Culture and Language Director for the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. She speaks on her relationship with our mountains, as well as several aspects of Chumash culture and practice that motivate her community work, including Winter Solstice and reawakening the Samala language. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @humanfamilypod and on Facebook at The Human Family Podcast! Email us at thehumanfamilypodcast@gmail.com.…

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Rabbi Steve Cohen 37:03

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