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From Stethoscope to Spatula: A Journey from Medical Dreams to Thriving as a Nigerian Chef — Episode 8 (2023)

Good friends are gold and should be guarded jealously. It is important to have supportive friends in life, especially when navigating new environments and pursuing one’s passions.— Amy (2023)

In this week’s episode, we had the pleasure of featuring Amy, an exceptional Nigerian chef based in Oklahoma who courageously left her job as a quality control technician to pursue cooking full-time. Intrigued by Amy’s mouthwatering meat pies and exceptional customer service, I was eager to dive deeper into her story.

During the interview, Amy shared what it was like growing up as the first and only female in a family of seven. She reflected on the unique experiences and valuable communication skills she gained from having four male siblings.

One captivating moment of our conversation was when Amy revealed that she had moved abroad before age 17. The challenges and transformation that come with such a significant change intrigued me, especially as she initially aspired to become a medical doctor, which prompted her early…