Let's Talk Layoffs

Let's Talk Layoffs

Welcome to Let's Talk Layoffs Follow along as we create a safe space for conversations around layoffs. Hosted by Antonio Fragoso & Andy Deaza, two creatives who have been laid off a few times. Tune in every other Tuesday to hear the inspiring stories of those laid off and find resources to help people navigate the situation and move on to the next chapter of their professional lives. As the podcast evolves, so will this channel. ENJOY! SUBSCRIBE! AND LET'S TALK LAYOFFS! Andy & Antonio FIND US AT https://letstalklayoffs.com/ CONTACT US IF YOU'D LIKE TO SHARE YOUR LAYOFF STORY WITH THE WORLD Contact us via email at podcast@letstalklayoffs.com FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Instagram: https://instagram.com/letstalklayoffs TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@letstalklayoffs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/letstalklayoffs

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June 18, 2024 49 mins

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Hosts Antonio and Andy recap the first season of the Let's Talk Layoffs Podcast — sharing their learnings and personal growth before taking a well-deserved break to plan the next season and the evolution of the podcast.

Independent Creative Director Chris Barnard makes a special appearance and shares his short film born out of his layoff "Open To Work"

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Chopped Champion and Michelin-starred Chef Scott McDonald shares how his recent layoff experience reinvigorated his passion for mindful cooking and his mission to help people source local, sustainable food — creating a positive change for the industry.

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YouTuber, Writer, and Comedian Amanda Gordon tells us how being laid off from her first corporate job was both a relief and the push she needed to become a full-time creator. Will she go back to corporate life? TBD. For now, she’s focused on launching The Sims “Not Creative” mini-series and promoting her award-winning short film “Let Her Eat Cake.”

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Turner Allen has built a massive following on TikTok as a personal stylist and content creator, which he was motivated to do — all after being laid off. 

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April 16, 2024 28 mins

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Podcasts hosts Andy and Antonio delve into their reasoning for creating the Let’s Talk Layoffs podcast — starting with their own stories of being laid off.


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April 16, 2024 31 mins

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Creative power-couple Sarah and Deejay explore personal passions and grow even closer — amidst consecutive tech industry layoffs. 

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April 13, 2024 41 secs

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