"Who Do I Want To Be?" Podcast

Lauren Jean 43 - E9: Why Saying No At 17 Changed Everything for Paulina Toktas

There is one question that exam papers skip worldwide... Who Do I Want To Be? is the podcast for ambitious young people building a life that feels like their own. Hosted by Lauren Jean Devine, each episode explores the stories, mindsets, and defining moments that help turn dreams into reality. Through honest conversations with founders, leaders, and changemakers, you'll discover not only what the question "who do I want to be?" means to you, but the answers to what it really takes to become.

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"Who Do I Want To Be?" Podcast

Episodes

E9: Why Saying No At 17 Changed Everything for Paulina Toktas

E8 : From “Safe Job” to True Calling with Conor Nolan

E7: The Quiet Voice Not On Your CV Or Social Media

E6: The Accountability Gap - You Already Know What You Want

E5: Stop Planning Your Life, Start Building A Vision

E4: You're Not Doing What You Want: Now What?

E3: Why Can't I Switch Off? What Summer Is Really Trying To Teach You

E2: Choosing Your First Preference College Course

E1: The Waiting Window

Pilot Episode

Joanne: A Legacy of Living

Masters of Thriving: LIVE In Person

Alopecia and Taking Control of Your Path with Saoirse Cleary

Lauren's Thoughts: Mastering Your Focus

Storytelling, Spirituality and Staying True to Your Values with Alyssa Poole

Lauren's Thoughts: Recognising Your Alignment to Thrive

Zante Seasons and Self-Discovery with Cerys Stonefield

Lauren's Thoughts: Enhancing Your Default State and Designing Your Life

Finding Your Inner Fire with Audrey Bartolomei

Lauren's Thoughts: Shadow Work and Cycle Breaking

Entrepreneurial Growth and Building Community with Andrea Alonso

Lauren's Thoughts: Fostering Self-Connection and Authentic Relationships

Life Lessons and Emotional Growth with Kyle Goodknight

Lauren's Thoughts: Balancing Stability and Adventure

Finding Motivation and Empowerment in Fitness with Niamh Kiernan

Lauren's Thoughts: Identity and Growth in Transformative Times

Artistic Freedom with Emma Carter

Lauren's Thoughts: Instincts, Intuition, and Conscious Change

Uncertainty in College and Following Your Gut with Emma Rudden

Lauren's Thoughts: Building Dreams, Habits, and Relationships with AF365

Coaching, Connection, and Personal Growth with Jonathon Hickey

Season 1 Finale: Lauren's Hotseat Q&A hosted by Clíodhna Daly

Balancing Career and Passion with Caroline Montgomery

All Things Home Economics and Adventure with Cass McKenna

Holding Space to Heal from Childhood Trauma: Aoife Farrelly's Journey

What Home For Christmas Really Means with Lauren Jean

Embracing Self-Discovery and Fashion with Naomi Bell

Navigating Postpartum, Relationships, and Self-Discovery with Lauren Gavigan

Navigating Modern Dating and Personal Growth with Fenella Fox

The Importance of Embracing Connection and Mental Health with Róisín Casey

Exploring the Transformative Power of Coaching with Alex Murray

Writing, Friendship and Play with Aoife Meagher

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