In this heartfelt episode of Trials and Triumphs, we sit down with Ekam Wehi to explore a journey marked by courage, faith, and unexpected new beginnings. Born in India and raised in Canada, Ekam was raised in a Sikh household—but everything changed when she discovered the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Despite family opposition, she chose to follow her spiritual convictions and was baptized as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

But not long after, she faced the heartbreak of divorce and the painful task of rebuilding her life. Through it all, her faith remained a constant source of strength.

Now living in Australia with her new husband and their baby daughter, Ekam is thriving as a business owner and Assistant Director at a Montessori childcare center. In this episode, she shares about growing up Sikh, choosing Jesus despite cultural challenges, navigating divorce, and starting over with hope and resilience.

Ekam’s story is a powerful reminder that sometimes, the deepest triumphs are born from our hardest trials.

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In this episode of Trials and Triumphs, we sit down with Namon Bills, an artist-turned-UX designer whose journey has been anything but conventional. Growing up as the oldest of eight children in Spanish Fork, Utah, Namon developed a deep love for creativity and storytelling. After earning a BFA from BYU and an MFA from Utah State University, he started his career in the newspaper industry, eventually leading a weekly publication that won several awards. But when life called for a change, Namon took a leap into the world of UX design—learning HTML, CSS, and user experience on the job.

Throughout his journey, Namon has navigated career pivots, embraced lifelong learning, and balanced the demands of creativity, work, and family life. In this conversation, he shares insights on resilience, adapting to unmet expectations, and the power of following your heart—even when the path takes unexpected turns.

Join us as we dive into Namon’s story of artistic beginnings, professional reinvention, and the lessons he's learned along the way.

You can learn more about Namon here:

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In this episode of Trials and Triumphs, we’re joined by Paul Victor—world traveler, entrepreneur, and former BYU student body president—who has spent the last 15 months backpacking across 40 countries. From volunteering on the front lines in Ukraine to helping schools in Palestine, navigating high-risk areas, and providing aid in leprosy colonies in India, Paul’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.

But behind the adventure is a story of resilience, self-discovery, and stepping outside of comfort zones. Paul opens up about overcoming self-doubt, navigating career pivots, and how embracing discomfort has shaped his perspective on life and success. Now, as the co-founder of a travel company focused on making global experiences more accessible, he’s helping others unlock the power of international opportunities for both financial and personal growth.

Join us as we dive into Paul’s incredible experiences, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how pushing boundaries can lead to a life of purpose and adventure.

Connect with Paul Victor:

📸 Instagram: @latterdayhindu

📺 YouTube: Paul Victor Travels

📘 Facebook: Paul Victor

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