S5.15-119 - What's in a Name... "Francois"

What if you've been carrying the meaning of your name your whole life — and didn't even know it?

In my latest episode of the podcast, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Francois — a musician, software professional, and free man in every sense of the word.

His name, rooted in French and Latin, means "Frenchman" or "free man" — and honestly, it couldn't be more fitting. Francois describes himself as a wandering soul who doesn't feel tied to just one place, someone with a deep longing to explore, expand, and absorb everything life has to offer. That kind of spirit? It came through in every word he shared.

Born in South Africa and now living in the US, Francois became an American citizen in 2024 — and he also happens to be the third guest on my podcast from South Africa 🇿🇦 (shoutout to Cassy and Elzette!). There's something special about that country's people — they just show up with so much warmth, openness, and authenticity.

What I loved most about this conversation was how open-minded Francois was. He approached every question with curiosity, even turning the mic around and asking me thoughtful questions in return — including whether I truly believe a name shapes the way we see the world. (Spoiler: after 115+ interviews, I have some strong thoughts on that. 😊)

Whether you're fascinated by onomatology (the study of names), curious about identity across cultures, or just love a genuinely real conversation — this episode is for you.

🎧 Give it a listen and let me know: do YOU think your name reflects who you are?

And if YOU would like to be a guest on the podcast, my DMs are open. I'd love to explore the meaning behind your name.