On The Job

On The Job

For the 9th season of "On The Job," host Avery Thompson introduces us to some new folks facing key career moments, checks in with some old friends, and explores how AI and other technologies are changing how people find work, meet their mates and live their lives. It's another rollercoaster season featuring entertaining and heartfelt stories of people finding their life's work. "On The Job" is brought to you by Express Employment Professions.

Episodes

July 1, 2025 13 mins

Cody travels around as a carpenter for large stage productions. Recent events offered him an opportunity to step into a new, more senior role - leaving him in a quandary that is becoming more common these days.

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Corporate banker-turned-professional dating coach Grace Lee transformed her personal journey into a professional rebirth - and she's full of tips and tactics that can help anyone looking to make a match - with a new partner or a new job.

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With all the hoopla around AI as a hiring tool, we check in with two experts to understand the advantages - and disadvantages - of using machines to make hiring decisions - a fascinating discussion full of tips and insights for job seekers and recruiters alike.

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June 10, 2025 15 mins

A former college athlete and QSR hourly wage-earner, Brian Garvey, Express Pros' youngest franchise owner, has transformed his trademark determination and reliability into a successful career helping others find their life's work.

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June 3, 2025 15 mins

Scott Carey ditched his successful marketing career to launch his own butcher business. We check in to see how the meat trade is treating him as he transforms from processing to offering direct-to-consumer products.

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June 25, 2024 18 mins

Author Adam Markel has learned the transformational power of making a professional pivot firsthand, and he shares his tips and tricks with us.

https://adammarkel.com

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June 18, 2024 19 mins

Former offensive lineman - for a bunch of NFL teams - Pete McMahon applies gridiron grit to his Ames, IA Express franchise.

https://www.expresspros.com/amesia/

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June 11, 2024 18 mins

For seasoned beer and hot-dog hawker Jonah Fialkow, perfecting his game-day salesmanship has helped pave the way to launching a rapidly growing reality TV-centric start-up.

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June 4, 2024 17 mins

Navy vet John Bethell starts over in a small town, yet finds himself in a familiar, and gratifying, role.

https://piedmontprintandframe.com

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May 28, 2024 18 mins

Fly-fishing guide Erica Nelson is welcoming a whole new segment of folks into her outdoorsy paradise.

https://www.awkwardangler.com

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May 21, 2024 16 mins

Brian Murphy Is a fifth generation funeral director. Will there be a sixth?

https://www.williammurphyfuneralhomeinc.com/

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May 14, 2024 14 mins

Vanessa Vaught finds serenity, and a brand new livelihood, on a Texas dance floor.

https://www.doubleornothingtwostep.com/ 

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May 7, 2024 16 mins

Mark Erlich, a former carpenter who is now a Fellow at Harvard, gives us a look at the jobs market, and the ascendance of the “toolbelt generation.”

https://clje.law.harvard.edu/team/mark-erlich/

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June 20, 2023 13 mins

Brandon Dunn was born into rodeo royalty. And for twenty years he fulfilled his destiny -- until a tragic car accident ended his career. Or nearly ended it. Brandon tells his story of loss and rehabilitation, and welcomes us into the fascinating world of rodeo clowning. To see Brandon in action, check-out his page here. (http://www.roblittle.com/)

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Demeny Pollitt is an automotive technician and the founder of Girlington Garage, a female-run auto garage in South Burlington, Vermont. In operation since 2009, Pollitt’s business has not only survived, but thrived. Ms. Pollitt talks about taking the leap to entrepreneurship, entering a male dominated industry, and the joys/challenges of business ownership. Find out more about her business here (https://girlingtongarage.com/).

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June 6, 2023 11 mins

Finding work in this economy doesn't have to be arduous. Tune in to hear from Olivia, an Express Employment Professionals Employment Specialist-turned-Operations Manager and one of her Associates, Leon, who she's helped place, to find out how the process has impacted both of their lives.

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Rob Little has a very enviable work calendar. As a cruise ship comedian with over 200 outings to his credit, Rob has seen places and ports most of us only dream of. But life aboard the ship isn't all laughter and sunshine. You can find out more about his comedy stylings here (http://www.roblittle.com/).

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Jake Wright is a self-described food carnie; a rambling pizza rover. After a failed attempt at a career in music production, Jake decided to combine the two things in life that most excite him: pizza and welding. Now, he tows his mobile pizza oven around Texas, making pizzas at music festivals, rodeos, and even his own wedding. To get your own mobile pie, check out his website (https://www.ohmypizzapie.com/).

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May 16, 2023 11 mins

Meet Terri Weldon, who has been working for Express Employment Professionals for over 40 years. She shares her secrets to long term professional happiness - ones that can apply to any workplace.

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May 9, 2023 12 mins

As a thrill seeker and born caretaker, Aysia Bly found her dream job as a pediatric flight nurse--where she performs her duties while soaring above Philly in a helicopter. But the job is inherently dangerous, and as a mom to a young son, Aysia must contend with that risk everyday. You can learn more about her at her Website.

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