Join Hannah Octavia, a 27-year-old who, like many of us, still grapples with the question, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" Through candid conversations with Seasoned Professional(s), she delves into the complexities of finding purpose and meaning in work, offering insights, inspiration, and practical advice for anyone feeling uncertain about their career path.
Whether you're a recent graduate, a Seasoned Professional, or simply seeking direction, tune in as Hannah and her guests unpack the journey of self-discovery and help answer that age-old question: "When I grow up..."
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xx Hannah Octavia
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Stressed about the future, kids, & generally all adult responsibilities
Today I’m chatting to you from my childhood playhouse, which felt like the perfect backdrop for a more casual conversation. In today’s episode, I spend 30 minutes sharing some of my worries about the future, from children and adulthood to wondering how people possibly manage to do it all.
I also talk about the personal growth I’ve experienced over the past few months while teaching, my complicated relationship with being a teacher, and my desire to find purpose through my work. And of course, I share a little update on my latest knitting project as well.
I hope you enjoy this solo episode. Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and join the Seasoned Professional community, a space for stories worth sharing 🎙️
🔗 Links from the episode
My conversation with Charlie Follows (https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ARMxVn8Saon0svY76qaht?si=7HqUXYnDQ7WMEv8W4lBaHA)
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xx Hannah Octavia
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12 May 2026
Turning Loneliness Into Community: The Story Behind Connection Collective Toronto
Today on the podcast, I speak with the lovely Maggie Hildebrand, founder of Connection Collective Toronto, and something tells me one day it will be much bigger than just Toronto!
Maggie founded the social club in June 2025 after spending over a year in the city struggling to find her community. By openly sharing her own experiences with loneliness, she quickly realized there were so many others searching for meaningful connection and a space dedicated to building genuine, lasting friendships.
What started as a simple idea grew rapidly. From hosting her very first event, a picnic in High Park with over 100 attendees, to building a thriving community, Maggie’s vision has truly come to life. So much so that in February 2026, she made the decision to leave her 9–5 career in cancer research to pursue Connection Collective full-time. I’m so excited to share this conversation with you and hope you take something meaningful away from it.
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🔗 Links from the episode
Connection Collective (https://www.connectioncollective.ca/)
Connection Collective on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/connectioncollective.to/)
Maggie Hildebrand on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/maggiehildebrand/)
She Moved to Toronto and Felt Lonelier than ever, feature article in The Toronto Star (https://www.thestar.com/life/she-moved-to-toronto-and-felt-lonelier-than-ever-so-she-built-a-way-for/article_11290e0f-102a-422d-b5b8-9aec381fc2a0.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=copy-link&utm_campaign=user-share)
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xx Hannah Octavia
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5 May 2026
500 Downloads in 30 Days, Thank You
Today on the podcast, it’s just me, Hannah Octavia. The Seasoned Professional community has reached an incredible milestone: 500 downloads in 30 days!
That means we’re already halfway to being able to monetize the podcast, something that once felt impossible. So this week, I wanted to take a moment to reflect, say thank you to this amazing community, and chat your ear off for about 15 minutes. I hope you enjoy!
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🔗 Links from the episode
"My Goal Was Freedom": How Charlie Follows Built a 1 Million Strong Yoga Community (https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ARMxVn8Saon0svY76qaht?si=Tw0rV18USEOd19J63xhz8w)
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YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@SeasonedProfessional)
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Hannah Octavia on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hannahoctavia/)
TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@seasoned.professional)
Substack (https://substack.com/@seasonedprofessional?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page)
See you next Tuesday!
xx Hannah Octavia
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