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.
I’ve been gone for a couple of weeks, and honestly, I needed a minute.
In this episode of I Pick Passion and Funny, I’m talking about what’s been going on lately, including my frustration with my Michael Jackson reaction videos being blocked and my search for someone who can help me figure out what I’m missing.
I’m also talking about the discouragement that comes with job searching, some details from a recent job interview and assessments, and what it’s been like trying to keep creating while navigating all of it.
And yes, @Hazesoundwaves, I’m calling on you! 😂 He’s a dope YouTuber and love his reaction videos! Go check him out. If you know what I’m doing wrong with these reaction videos, I need your help!
Thanks for sticking with me while I figure things out.
24 Jul 2026
Get to Know Me Some More! Pt. 2
We’re back with part two of my “get to know me” series.
In this episode of I Pick Passion and Funny, I’m answering a mix of random, personal, and creative questions that give you a deeper look into who I am day to day.
We get into everything from pet peeves and weird habits to what inspires me creatively and what I want my life to feel like.
In this episode:
* Random quirks, habits, and everyday annoyances
* What I was like growing up and how I’ve changed
* The kind of people I gravitate toward
* My creative process and what inspires me
* What motivates me when I’m in a slump
* The kind of life I’m building and how I want it to feel
This one is honest, a little reflective, and still fun.
If you’ve been listening along, thank you for being here. And if you’re new, this is a perfect episode to get to know me a little more.
15 Jul 2026
Life Lately, Thank You… & Remembering Who I Am ⭐️
A quick life update and a moment of reflection.
In this episode of I Pick Passion and Funny, I share what life has looked like lately after moving back home for a temporary season, how I’ve been adjusting, and what this shift has been teaching me.
I also take a moment to say thank you. The growth, especially on YouTube, has not gone unnoticed, and I’m incredibly grateful for this community.
We talk about:
* Adjusting to being back home
* Recording in a new space (from my local library)
* Leaning more into MJ content
* Being reminded of who I am at my core
At the end of the day, I’m a storyteller. I’m a journalist. And this season is bringing me back to that.
Thank you for being here!
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