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That Job Sounds Terrible, Honestly

The Nightly··16 October 2026·26 min

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Greta Johnsen talks with Caller Sylvia about trading her Google paycheck for a Silicon Valley gamble, the layoff that blindsided her, and the 3 a.m. regrets that keep circling back. What You'll Hear: The 3 A.M. Math Problem: Sylvia opens up about the intrusive thoughts that visit during perimenopause insomnia, mostly questions about the career path she didn't take. A Four-Hour Commute and a Big Bet: From nearly a decade at Google to chasing a Silicon Valley payday, Sylvia walks through the sacrifices, the risks, and the layoff that upended the plan. Windows Where Doors Used to Be: Greta and Sylvia land on something gentler than regret, the idea that the life you didn't choose might have cost you the one you actually wanted. CHAPTERS:01:34 Welcome, Caller Sylvia!06:43 Leaving Google for a Silicon Valley bet11:03 The layoff that changed everything16:54 When one door closes, a window opens21:41 GoodnightsFor the fully immersive, phone free light + sound experience, learn more at hatch.co. Follow us on TikTok @hatchpodcasts and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.