We're Only Human

Will English IV is somebody who is intentionally building the life he wants to live. He’s constantly looking to learn and grow, and expand his skillsets.

At least, that’s how I would describe Will.

When I asked Will how he would answer the question “who are you”, we chatted about the impact his grandmother had on his life, how his definition of success has shifted from being the first person in the office to being able to go to Cubs day games with season tickets, and his desire to break away from the prescribed life.

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Jason Miller is an entertainer, a creative artist who celebrates life and creates a difference with his art. He seeks to find the joy in each moment and keep learning along the way.

At least, that’s how I would describe Jason.

When I asked Jason how he would answer the question “who are you”, we chatted about getting signed to a record label at age 17, why we all need a solid balance of introvert and extrovert, and the giant record directory book he mastered while working at a record store.

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Lauren Hlavin always has a big smile on her face. She lights up every room she enters. She has embarked on a never ending journey to grow as a person and to discover everything she can about the world around her.

At least, that’s how I would describe Lauren.

When I asked Lauren how she would answer the question “who are you”, we chatted about why she suddenly moved across the country, the talk about helping homeless people she hopes to give one day on the TED stage, and John Mayer’s hit song “No Such Thing”.

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Sarah Brooks is here to remind us to show ourselves grace and remember that we’re human beings, not human doings. She’s driven by her love for music and is on an ever evolving journey of personal growth.

At least, that’s how I would describe Sarah.

When I asked Sarah how she would answer the question “who are you”, we chatted about separating our professional work from our identities, the epiphanies she discovered during her end of year month long sabbatical from her business, and the significance of the Netflix documentary My Octopus Teacher.

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Jill Felska is an eternal optimist. Her glass is always half full and her smile never leaves her face. She’s on a lifelong mission to create positive change in this world, and any obstacle that gets in the way is an opportunity.

At least, that’s how I would describe Jill.

When I asked Jill how she would answer the question “who are you”, we chatted about how her discovery that she is queer has affected her relationship with her pastor dad, the importance of seeking out uncomfortable moments in our lives, and the pressure to play the role of the positive, happy person for those around us.

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Allie Siarto has figured life out. She knows what success means to her and has figured out how to transform her dreams into reality. She understands there is a lesson to be learned in each season of life and wants to help those she meets along the way.

At least, that’s how I describe Allie.

When I asked Allie how she would answer the question “Who are you”, we talked about how success means more to her than money, why she lives her life as a series of experiments and hypotheses, and how she developed a love for sailing.

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Paige Worthy is smashing the patriarchy. She’s the person in the crowd who jumps up and makes her voice heard above all the noise. Her calling in life is to educate those around her on how to create equality and eradicate unjustness.

Well, that’s how I would describe her.

When I asked Paige how she would answer the question “Who are you?”, we talked about what it means to let go of the monkey bars, her experience singing a solo at a mass in Italy despite being an atheist, and how she overcame her initial hesitance to be too vulnerable on this podcast.

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Season 2 of We’re Only Human is coming soon! Join me, your host Tim Jahn, for this season of conversations with extraordinary people that explore why we are who we are.

We’ll explore how we define ourselves both personally, professionally, and everything in between. You’ll hear stories, revelations, and lessons learned from people from all walks of life, including rock and roll photographers, parents, business owners, and more.

I’ll ask all my guests: If someone asked you the question “Who are you”, what would you say?

Season 2 premieres March 30. Subscribe for free today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.

A few weeks ago, I texted my friend (and previous guest) Tracy Samantha Goodheart with a thought that had been swirling in my head recently: I think it's time to hit pause on the podcast. The problem is, I'm not sure what comes next and if I stop, doesn't that mean I've failed?

I felt a fitting way to bring this chapter of We're Only Human to a close would be to have somebody interview me. So I invited Tracy back on the podcast to do just that.

In this episode, Tracy and I chat about:

The power of magic even when we need objective data to make decisions

How creators don’t always know the effect they’re having on peoples lives

Knowing you're good at something deep down without feeling like you’re bragging

Tracy discovers Facebook Messenger for Kids

Tracy explains Clubhouse to Tim

If the We're Only Human podcast has made an impact on you, I'd love to hear how! Send me a note via the contact form.

David Armano experienced a major shock to his system in 2020 when he was unexpectedly laid off from his job due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That was on top of postponing a wedding and navigating family life post-divorce.

As someone who isn’t afraid of leaning into a bit of discomfort, David decided to get vulnerable and open up about what was happening in his life with others. He quickly learned that people connect with vulnerability, and they wanted to know that side of him.

In this episode, David Armano and I discuss:

How we both got married before our brains were fully developed

How David’s getting laid off was a positive shock to his system

Why it felt uncomfortable for him at first to be honest about getting laid off

Why his parents marriage isn’t a model for what he wants out of a relationship

His North Star and guiding principles for living life

The importance of being vulnerable no matter how uncomfortable it feels