It Only Happens to Earnny

Is It Earn or Earnny?

Is it Earn or Earnny? Which one is my real name? In this week’s episode, I share the story behind my name, my move from Thailand to America, and the different versions of myself I’ve had to grow through along the way. We talk about people-pleasing, cultural expectations, finding your voice, and learning that you don’t have to stay the same person forever. Sometimes growth looks as small as changing a nickname... and sometimes it changes your entire life. You can follow me for more content on my social media! Instagram: @onlyearnnypod Facebook: It Only Happens to Earnny Email: earnnyspodcast@gmail.com

"In 10 Years, You Could Have My Job"

Starting over in my late 20s wasn’t part of the plan… but maybe that’s the point. In this episode, I open up about career burnout, leaving the lab, traveling during COVID, people-pleasing, being told “maybe in 10 years you could have my job,” and the moment I realized I wanted more for my life. Turning my pain into my podcast, I talk about why I’m rethinking everything-from IT to possibly dental school-and what it means to rebuild your life when your dreams start changing. This episode is for anyone feeling lost, stuck, faced rejections, burned out, scared to pivot, or in season of change like myself. You are not behind. You are allowed to start over. And you absolutely got what it takes to bet on yourself. 🤍

"Babe, it's not working"

An honest update on why this week's episode didn't go as planned. I talk about my first world's problem of feeling stuck in my career path and also my struggle with school...and learning when to stop forcing things that don't feel right- including my episode about my mom. I know it's a short one. But this is real talk.

Somewhere in Between

After last week's heavy episode, this one here is a check-in. A real conversation about where I am with grief, identity, and being in that "in-between" phase of life- where nothing feels certain, and you are still figuring things out. If you have been feeling stuck, lost, or questioning your next step... this episode is for you. A reminder to trust yourself, start anyway, and keep going- even without all the answers.

My Name is John Bauman

For the past month, I’ve been sharing pieces of my story—what it was like moving to America, navigating life, and finding my place. But there’s been one person at the center of it all that I haven’t fully talked about… until now. This episode is for my dad. On April 25, it will mark one year since his passing. So today, in this episode, I’m honoring him the best way I know how—by telling his story, sharing the pieces of him that shaped me, and keeping his name alive. From a “broke country boy” in middle of nowhere town… to a Marine in Vietnam… to the man who became my dad—this is a story about resilience, sacrifice, love, and the complicated, beautiful legacy someone can leave behind this world. This episode includes real voicemail clips from my dad, and ends with a voicemail I wish I could leave him. *** NOTE: This episode discusses grief, loss, and war. *** If you’re listening… thank you for being here. And if you can—call your dad.