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I Pick Passion

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by Ericka L. Bates

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I Pick Passion and Funny is a podcast hosted by Ericka Bates where she sits down with comedian friends to talk candidly about career, creativity, and life. From navigating creative paths and life pivots to dealing with fear, burnout, money stress, and everyday absurdities, the conversations are honest, funny, and deeply relatable. This season is all about being more intentional; about the work, the conversations, and what it means to truly choose yourself. This isn’t a how-to podcast or a place for perfect answers. It’s a space for real stories, strong opinions, laughter, and figuring things out in real time. Some episodes go deep, some get ridiculous, and most do a little of both. Choosing passion isn’t always easy, but laughing through it makes the journey a lot better.

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Recent Episodes

June 18, 2026

Get to Know Me…Outside of the Chaos!

Life has been a lot lately… so this week, we’re taking a break from the heavy conversations. In this episode of I Pick Passion and Funny, I’m doing a fun, laid-back “get to know me” where I answer random questions, talk about my favorite things, and share a little more about who I am outside of big life updates and transitions. We get into: My favorite movies, music, and comfort showsThe kind of music I grew up on vs what I love nowMy go-to foods and everyday favoritesWhether I’m a morning or night person (honestly… I’m probably more of an afternoon girlie)What I was like growing up and things people might not know about me I also share a bit about my upbringing. I grew up as an only child for a while, until my sister was born and my older brother came along, which shaped a lot of my personality and perspective. This episode felt like a reset. Just a chance to talk, laugh, and be me for a second. If you’ve been here for the journey lately, thank you and if you’re new, this is a good place to get to know me a little better. New episodes of I Pick Passion and Funny drop every Tuesday. Stay tuned for part 2 next week!

June 10, 2026

So…I’m Not Moving to LA (Right Now)

So… remember how I said I was moving to LA? Yeah… that’s not happening in July anymore. In this solo episode of I Pick Passion and Funny, I’m sharing an honest update after things didn’t come together the way I expected behind the scenes. This isn’t a breakdown of logistics or details. It’s a real conversation about what it feels like when a plan you were excited about… doesn’t happen. We talk about: * The emotional side of sharing a big decision publicly and having to pivot* Feeling discouraged, embarrassed, and trying to process it in real time* The reality of still having to move without a clear next step* Navigating the “in-between” when things don’t go as planned* My creative flow feeling off and how life transitions impact that* Rerouting without giving up on the bigger vision I meant everything I said about choosing myself and going after more. That hasn’t changed. The timeline just has. If you’re in a moment where things didn’t work out the way you thought they would… you’re not alone. New episodes of I Pick Passion and Funny drop every Tuesday.

June 5, 2026

Let’s Talk About Money… and Then This Happened!

I sat down to record an episode about money, my move to LA, and what it really looks like to take a financial risk on yourself… …and then something happened later that same day. This episode is both a conversation and a real-time update. What you hear at the beginning was recorded after I finished the original episode. I picked up my camera and just hit record. No plan, no polish. Just where I was in that moment. In this episode, I talk about:The financial reality of moving to Los AngelesTaking risks without having everything figured outLeaving stability and what that actually feels likeMy mindset around money in this season of my lifeApplying for an apartment and what came after This is what it looks like to choose yourself in real time. Not perfectly. Not confidently every second. But honestly. If you’ve ever made a big decision and had to face the reality of it right after… this one is for you. New episodes of I Pick Passion and Funny drop every Tuesday.

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What is I Pick Passion?: I Pick Passion and Funny is a podcast hosted by Ericka Bates where she sits down with comedian friends to talk candidly about career, creativity, and life. From navigating creative paths and life pivots to dealing with fear, burnout, money stress, and everyday absurdities, the conversations are honest, funny, and deeply relatable.

This season is all about being more intentional; about the work, the conversations, and what it means to truly choose yourself. This isn’t a how-to podcast or a place for perfect answers. It’s a space for real stories, strong opinions, laughter, and figuring things out in real time. Some episodes go deep, some get ridiculous, and most do a little of both.

Choosing passion isn’t always easy, but laughing through it makes the journey a lot better.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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