The Essence of You.

A podcast that explores who we are beyond our labels.

Who are you when you take away the job title, the roles, the labels, and just be?

Through intimate, unscripted conversations with host, Steph Lokelani, The Essence of You Podcast dives deep into the core of the human experience with people from all walks of life.

New episodes release every Friday, with guests whose stories are as unique as the outfits they choose to wear, because yes, this is both a video AND audio podcast.

Do you have a story to share? I'd love to hear it. Tell me a little bit about you and let's get you in an episode!

Lindsay Klein on Young Moms, Breaking Poverty & Midlife Loneliness

Steph Lokelani

Published on: 10/09/2026

Steph Lokelani sits down with Lindsay Klein, Director of Booth Programs for the Salvation Army’s Boise Corps, for a warm conversation about community care, breaking cycles of poverty, and the quiet loneliness of midlife.

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Keeping Boise Housed: Evan Stewart on Preventing Homelessness | The Essence of You Podcast

Steph Lokelani

Published on: 09/25/2026

Steph Lokelani sits down with Evan Stewart, executive director of Jesse Tree, the Treasure Valley nonprofit working to prevent homelessness before it happens. Evan explains who Jesse Tree serves: working families, single parents, and seniors living p

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Succession & Legacy in Leadership: Everyone Has a Story to Tell

Steph Lokelani

Published on: 05/22/2026

In this special live episode of The Essence of You, host Steph Lokelani hands the mic to executive coach and mental performance strategist Mike Krause for a full podcast takeover about leadership and succession.

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