Episodes

  • Episode 20: The One Where They Quit!

    Episode 20: The One Where They Quit!
    May 14 2025
    SummaryIn this episode of the Need Not Apply Podcast, hosts Gina and Gary discuss various topics ranging from Mother's Day celebrations to the challenges of outdated air traffic control systems. They delve into the impact of workplace culture on employee well-being, the complexities of paternity leave, and the phenomenon of malicious compliance in the workplace. The conversation also touches on personal experiences with quitting jobs, particularly in the context of the Olive Garden, and the importance of prioritizing one's career and mental health. In this episode, the hosts discuss the joys and challenges of parenthood, the struggles of navigating job challenges, particularly in government employment, and the importance of supportive management. They share personal experiences related to career growth, education, and the impact of toxic work environments, culminating in a humorous yet poignant story about quitting a job over a sandwich.Submit your work stories to:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NeedNotApplyPod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a chance to be featured in a future episode!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @NEEDNOTAPPLYPOD⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@neednotapplypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This week's tales:Prequel: I quit a terrible job and my manager sent this out to the entire office (more context in post, if needed!) : r/recruitinghellStory 1: My coworker is mad I’m quitting my job because it interferes with their paternity leave. : r/childfreeStory 2: I should quit my primary job? Yeah ok…. : r/MaliciousComplianceStory 3: Quit my job after being told how terrible I was at it and they begged me to stay. : r/antiworkStory 4: I just quit my job of 3 years over a sandwich. : r/antiworkNews StoriesChapters00:00 Introduction and Mother's Day Reflections01:28 Air Traffic Control Outages and Safety Concerns11:46 The Impact of Workplace Culture on Employee Well-being14:28 Navigating Paternity Leave and Career Decisions22:18 Malicious Compliance and Quitting Jobs27:00 The Olive Garden Experience and Employee Relations35:16 The Joys of Parenthood36:41 Navigating Job Challenges39:02 The Struggles of Government Employment40:29 Career Growth and Job Satisfaction42:46 Education and Career Paths45:54 The Importance of Supportive Management49:40 Quitting a Toxic Job52:14 The Sandwich That Ended It AllChapters00:00 Introduction and Weather Talk03:11 AI in Law: The Dragon Lawyers Incident06:05 The Octomom and Multiple Births Discussion09:00 Driverless Trucks: The Future of Transportation12:10 Wedding Vendor Stories: Bridezilla Tales26:01 Venue Contract Chaos and Lawsuit30:43 Fraudulent Check Incident37:13 Wedding Planning Woes49:20 Day-of Coordinator DisasterKeywords: podcast, workplace, communication, comedy, work humor, work stories, reddit, reaction, need not apply, funny, real stories, AI, law, multiple births, driverless trucks, weddings, Bridezilla, contracts, lawsuits, technology, transportation, wedding planning, fraud, coordinator issues, wedding vendors, check fraud, wedding stress, event planning, wedding stories, wedding mishaps, wedding advice
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 19 - Say Yes to the Mess

    Episode 19 - Say Yes to the Mess
    May 7 2025

    In this episode of the Need Not Apply Podcast, hosts Gary and Gina discuss various topics ranging from the impact of AI in law, the challenges of multiple births, the rise of driverless trucks, and entertaining wedding vendor stories, including Bridezilla incidents and contract chaos. The conversation flows naturally through these themes, providing insights and humor along the way. In this episode, the hosts discuss a series of wedding-related mishaps, including a fraudulent check incident involving a wedding venue and the challenges faced with a day-of coordinator who failed to meet expectations. The conversation highlights the importance of clear communication and documentation in wedding planning, as well as the stress that can arise from vendor issues.

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    This week's tales:

    Story 1: Wedding Shop workers, what are your worst bridezilla stories?

    Story 2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Venue Lost My Contract and Cashed My Deposit Twice

    Story 3: AITAH for refusing to pay my wedding coordinator the full amount after a costly mistake?News Stories

    • Doomed Soviet satellite from 1972 will tumble uncontrollably to Earth next week — and it could land almost anywhere
    • Don’t watermark your legal PDFs with purple dragons in suits

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Weather Talk

    03:11 AI in Law: The Dragon Lawyers Incident

    06:05 The Octomom and Multiple Births Discussion

    09:00 Driverless Trucks: The Future of Transportation

    12:10 Wedding Vendor Stories: Bridezilla Tales

    26:01 Venue Contract Chaos and Lawsuit

    30:43 Fraudulent Check Incident

    37:13 Wedding Planning Woes

    49:20 Day-of Coordinator Disaster


    Keywords:

    podcast, workplace, communication, comedy, work humor, work stories, reddit, reaction, need not apply, funny, real stories, AI, law, multiple births, driverless trucks, weddings, Bridezilla, contracts, lawsuits, technology, transportation, wedding planning, fraud, coordinator issues, wedding vendors, check fraud, wedding stress, event planning, wedding stories, wedding mishaps, wedding advice
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    1 hr
  • Episode 18 - Well, That Escalated Quickly

    Episode 18 - Well, That Escalated Quickly
    Apr 30 2025

    In this episode of the Need Not Apply Podcast, hosts Gary and Gina discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal anecdotes about neighbors and movie recommendations to deeper discussions on consumer behavior during economic downturns. They also touch on political commentary regarding government spending, environmental issues concerning wildlife protection, and share humorous yet frustrating customer service experiences. The conversation flows into bartending tales filled with chaos and concludes with a discussion on workplace dynamics, including concerns about inappropriate behavior and rude customers.


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    This week's tales:

    Story 1: Customer posted a bad review about me…. with a photo of me alongside it

    Story 2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What is your craziest bartending story?

    Story 3: AITA for hanging up on a rude customer?

    Story 4: AIO for thinking my husband Ms co-worker is turning into a stalker???


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Neighborly Updates

    02:30 Weather Changes and Neighborly Peace

    04:25 Consumer Behavior During Economic Uncertainty

    10:37 Controversial Decisions in Wildlife Management

    12:57 Customer Service Challenges and Bad Reviews

    23:13 Crazy Bartending Stories and Workplace Chaos

    34:35 The Dangers of Retail Work

    39:02 Navigating Workplace Boundaries

    50:17 Customer Service Confrontations

    01:00:08 Job Market Perceptions and Biases


    Keywords:

    podcast, workplace, malicious compliance, bald, workplace dynamics, stalker, employee relationships, job security, communication, comedy, work humor, work stories, reddit, reaction, toxic workplace, need not apply, funny, real stories, customer service, workplace stories, economic behavior, political commentary, wildlife protection, movie discussions, consumer behavior, bar fights, workplace issues
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode 17 - Who Promoted This Clown?

    Episode 17 - Who Promoted This Clown?
    Apr 23 2025
    In this episode of the Need Not Apply podcast, hosts Gary and Gina explore themes ranging from the adaptation of birds in urban environments to the complexities of workplace dynamics. They discuss the illegal animal trade and trophy hunting, highlighting the ethical implications involved. The conversation shifts to a story of malicious compliance in a retail setting, illustrating how employees navigate unreasonable demands. Additionally, they delve into the impact of health issues on workplace relationships and the challenges of privacy violations, all while maintaining a light-hearted and engaging tone. In this episode, the hosts delve into the complexities of workplace dynamics, particularly in the context of dog grooming. They discuss the challenges faced by employees when dealing with difficult coworkers and bosses, the impact of favoritism, and the emotional toll of working in a toxic environment. The conversation highlights the importance of personal autonomy, communication, and the lessons learned from negative experiences in the workplace.Submit your work stories to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NeedNotApplyPod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a chance to be featured in a future episode!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @NEEDNOTAPPLYPOD⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@neednotapplypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠This week's tales:Story 1: My boss demanded I serve all customers and fill all shelves no matter how far past closing hours it was. : r/MaliciousComplianceStory 2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TIFU and read my bosses text messages. : r/okstorytimeStory 3: Feedback and advice how to move forward : r/BadBosses (reddit.com)ChaptersChapters00:00 Introduction and Podcast Dynamics03:12 Birds in Urban Environments06:01 Illegal Animal Trade and Trophy Hunting08:53 Malicious Compliance in Retail17:53 Workplace Health Issues and Misunderstandings30:10 Navigating Workplace Relationships and Privacy36:11 The Challenges of Dog Grooming39:03 Workplace Dynamics and Coworker Conflicts42:48 Navigating Favoritism and Job Security51:29 The Impact of Unemployment on Work Relationships58:10 Finding Freedom After a Toxic Work Environment01:00:02 Lessons Learned from Bad BossesKeywords: podcast, workplace, birds, urban environments, trophy hunting, malicious compliance, health issues, workplace dynamics, illegal trade, animal rights, dog grooming, workplace dynamics, favoritism, unemployment, toxic work environment, bad bosses, employee relationships, job security, communication, personal autonomy, comedy, work humor, work stories, reddit, reaction, bad bosses, toxic workplace, need not apply, horrible bosses, funny, real stories
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Episode 16 - Bič, Please!

    Episode 16 - Bič, Please!
    Apr 16 2025
    In this episode of the Need Not Apply Podcast, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from the implications of AI in customer service to workplace dynamics, cultural differences in communication, and innovative biodegradable materials. They also explore Easter traditions, share humorous office stories, and delve into the challenges faced in tech support, particularly regarding power issues in the workplace. In this episode, the hosts delve into various workplace scenarios, from safety concerns regarding office equipment to humorous office drama involving biscuits. They explore the dynamics of workplace relationships, particularly focusing on a long-term secretary's struggles with a new office mate who disrupts the previously harmonious environment. The conversation highlights the importance of addressing workplace hostility and the challenges of maintaining professionalism in a changing office culture.Submit your work stories to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠NeedNotApplyPod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a chance to be featured in a future episode!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @NEEDNOTAPPLYPOD⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@neednotapplypodcast⁠⁠⁠This week's tales:Story 1: AITA for demanding my colleagues use my “offensive” name?Story 2: ⁠⁠⁠The straw that broke the power strips' backStory 3: ⁠⁠⁠Office DramaStory 4: My new office mate is making me hate the job I've loved for 20 years⁠⁠News StoriesThis CEO replaced 90% of support staff with an AI chatbotThe Prototype: Scientists Turn Paper Into PlasticA marshmallow brand is selling $2 Easter dye kits in response to egg-spensive pricesGeneration Z Is Losing a 5,500-Year-Old Skill—40% Can’t Master This Key Communication AbilityChapters00:00 Introduction and AI in Customer Service03:11 Workplace Dynamics and Severance Policies05:59 Cultural Differences in Names and Communication08:50 Innovations in Biodegradable Materials12:13 Easter Traditions and Creative Alternatives15:04 Office Stories: The Challenges of Tech Support17:54 Power Issues in the Workplace32:45 Investigating Office Safety Risks34:37 Office Drama: The Biscuit Incident42:31 Navigating Workplace Relationships43:01 The Struggles of a Long-Term Secretary56:09 Confronting Workplace HostilityKeywords: AI, customer service, workplace dynamics, severance policies, cultural differences, biodegradable materials, Easter traditions, tech support, office stories, power issues, office safety, workplace drama, biscuits, workplace relationships, secretary struggles, office politics, employee dynamics, workplace conflict, office etiquette, employee wellbeing, podcast, Need Not Apply, funny stories, workplace interactions, de-extinction, chaos, workplace stories, management issues, employee rights, workplace culture, humor, reddit podcast, comedy podcast, storytime, Easter, Marshmallows, Chatbot, writing skill, Gen Z, science.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode 15 - Back to the Future

    Episode 15 - Back to the Future
    Apr 9 2025
    In this episode of the Need Not Apply Podcast, the hosts explore various themes related to customer service experiences, retail interactions, and humorous anecdotes from their work lives. They share stories about dealing with difficult customers, the challenges of working in retail, and the importance of communication in customer service. The conversation also touches on nostalgic memories of ice cream shops and the chaos that can ensue in a busy cafe setting. Through their light-hearted banter, they highlight the quirks and challenges of working in customer-facing roles. In this episode, the hosts share humorous and outrageous stories from the world of customer service, focusing on the infamous 'Karen' archetype and the challenges faced by employees in retail and food service. They discuss a particularly memorable incident involving a disgruntled customer at an ice cream shop and delve into the struggles of working the graveyard shift at a gas station, highlighting the absurdities of management and workplace culture. The conversation emphasizes the importance of employee rights and the need for a safe working environment.Submit your work stories to: ⁠⁠⁠NeedNotApplyPod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ for a chance to be featured in a future episode!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @NEEDNOTAPPLYPOD⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Youtube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@neednotapplypodcast⁠⁠This week's tales:Story 1: Barista gets a steaming customer review!Story 2: ⁠Karen needs her penny backStory 3: ⁠Graveyard Shift Worker refuses to work for free!News StoriesScientists say they have resurrected the dire wolfRat breaks world record for sniffing out wartime landminesChapters00:00 Introduction to Spooky Themes02:39 Retail Experiences and Customer Interactions21:12 Customer Service Chaos at the Cafe30:11 Nostalgic Ice Cream Stories and Customer Demands36:18 The Ice Cream Incident: A Customer's Fury39:03 Understanding the 'Karen' Phenomenon43:22 The Graveyard Shift: A Night at the Gas Station54:00 The Trash Bag Incident: A Manager's Mismanagement01:07:54 Closing Thoughts and ReflectionsKeywords: customer service, retail experiences, podcast, Need Not Apply, funny stories, workplace interactions, scams, de-extinction, ice cream, cappuccino, chaos, customer service, workplace stories, Karens, gas station, management issues, retail experiences, customer complaints, food safety, employee rights, workplace culture, humor, barista, graveyard shift, reddit podcast, comedy podcast, storytime, back to the future, dodo bird, dire wolf, game of thrones
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Episode 14 - Help! I Need Somebody

    Episode 14 - Help! I Need Somebody
    Apr 2 2025
    In this episode of the Need Not Apply Podcast, the hosts share personal updates, including experiences from a recent beauty show and humorous anecdotes about urban driving. They delve into fascinating scientific discoveries, such as the behavior of mice and the implications of melting icebergs. The conversation shifts to the world of first responders, featuring funny and intense stories from emergency medical services and dispatchers, highlighting the challenges and unexpected situations they face. In this episode, the hosts delve into a variety of intriguing stories, from the mystery of missing hikers and the importance of wilderness safety, to bizarre nursing experiences and the challenges faced by first responders. They also touch on mythical creatures, a fraudster, and the nuances of customer service, all while sharing personal anecdotes and insights. The conversation wraps up with a light-hearted discussion about bird watching as a calming distraction.Submit your work stories to: ⁠⁠NeedNotApplyPod@gmail.com⁠⁠ for a chance to be featured in a future episode!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @NEEDNOTAPPLYPOD⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠Youtube ⁠⁠⁠⁠@neednotapplypodcast⁠This week's tales:Story 1: Funniest EMS stories?Story 2: Recollections of A Dispatcher - Marty, Ben & SimonStory 3: What's your craziest nursing story?Story 4: Just your best story as a firefighterNews StoriesMouse-to-Mouse Resuscitation: Rodents Try to Revive Unconscious BuddiesAn Iceberg Detached From Antarctica, Revealing A Never-Before-Seen Ecosystem Of Deep Sea LifeChapters00:00 Welcome and Updates03:03 Beauty Show Insights05:39 Animal Encounters and Urban Driving08:22 Science and Nature Discoveries11:06 First Responder Stories15:30 Dispatching Experiences and Challenges29:04 The Mystery of Missing Hikers32:07 Camping Safety and Wilderness Preparedness34:24 Mythical Creatures: Sasquatch and Nessie35:12 A Bizarre Nursing Story40:41 Fraud in Healthcare: The Director of Nursing44:05 Firefighters and Cats: A Cautionary Tale50:49 Appreciating First Responders55:28 Customer Service Challenges57:47 Bird Watching as a DistractionKeywords: Not Apply Podcast, podcast, humor, funny, stories, work humor, workplace stories, underappreciated, job struggles, drama, reddit, conversation, reddit stories, story time podcast, relatable, real-life stories, relatable stories, beauty show, driving, first responders, dispatching, emergency services, animal encounters, science, nature, missing hikers, camping, wilderness preparedness, Sasquatch, nursing stories, healthcare, firefighters, customer service, bird watching
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Episode 13 - Flush the Pain Away

    Episode 13 - Flush the Pain Away
    Mar 26 2025
    In this episode of the Need Not Apply Podcast, the Gina and Gary dive into a variety of topics ranging from nostalgic collectibles like Cheetos (say what!?) and Beanie Babies to the challenges faced in retail and customer service. They share humorous and insightful stories about dirty jobs, including plumbing and housekeeping, and discuss the complexities of living in an apartment. The conversation also touches on the struggles of commission-based work and the absurdities of recycling rules, culminating in a discussion about fascinating documentaries that highlight current events and societal issues.Submit your work stories to: ⁠NeedNotApplyPod@gmail.com⁠ for a chance to be featured in a future episode!Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @NEEDNOTAPPLYPOD⁠Instagram⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠Youtube ⁠⁠@neednotapplypodcastThis week's tales:Story 1: ⁠Plumbers of Reddit: What is your most NSFW story? : r/AskRedditStory 2: ⁠My housekeeping team is awful : r/TalesFromTheFrontDeskStory 3: ⁠All boxes must be broken down, including those inside the bin? No problem. : r/MaliciousComplianceStory 4:Left my job over a toilet : r/antiworkStory 5: Funny work stories : r/PlumbingNews StoriesCheeto CharizardOctopus Riding SharkChapters00:00 Introduction and Weekend Recap02:49 Cheeto Collectibles and Nostalgia05:29 Childhood Collectibles: Beanie Babies and Pogs08:34 Retail Experiences and Customer Interactions11:07 Challenges in Commission-Based Sales14:11 Dirty Jobs: Plumbing Stories from Reddit15:49 Housekeeping Woes in Hospitality18:54 Malicious Compliance and Recycling Issues32:57 The Garbage Dilemma: A Petty Revenge34:22 Understanding Sanitation Workers' Challenges36:56 The Toilet Incident: A Job Gone Wrong37:45 The Dilemma of Job Responsibilities42:23 Living with Noisy Neighbors53:56 Documentary Discoveries: A World of StrugglesKeywords: Not Apply Podcast, podcast, humor, funny, stories, malicious compliance, collectibles, retail, customer service, plumbing, housekeeping, recycling, apartment living, documentaries, Pokémon, work humor, workplace stories, underappreciated, job struggles, workplace drama, drama, reddit, work sucks, conversation, reddit stories, story time podcast, relatable, real-life stories, relatable stories, bad neighbors, neighbors from hell
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    1 hr and 5 mins