Need Not Apply

De: Gina and Gary Cavallo
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  • Need Not Apply is a podcast where we read your real life work stories and react with levity and advice from our personal experience in the work world. Submit your stories to Neednotapplypod@gmail.com
    Gina and Gary Cavallo
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  • 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.


    Submit your work stories to:

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NeedNotApplyPod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a chance to be featured in a future episode!


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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 h y 8 m
  • 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 h y 11 m
  • 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 h y 4 m
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