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June 11, 2025 70 mins

In this episode of the Need Not Apply Podcast, hosts Gary and Gina discuss a variety of topics ranging from the adventure of Ed the Zebra, the health benefits of coffee for aging women, the future of delivery with robots, and the challenges of job interviews. They also touch on a pregnant news anchor who went into labor on air and share their thoughts on the fairness of work dynamics and the need for compensation during job interviews. In this episode, the hosts delve into the complexities of the capitalist employment model, discussing the dynamics between employers and employees, the hidden costs of salaried versus hourly work, and the self-assessment required for career advancement. They also explore the entitlement issues in customer service and the impact of social media on youth behavior, emphasizing the need for empathy and respect in both professional and personal interactions.



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This week's tales:


Story 1:

People should get paid for interviews

Story 2:

Working harder than your coworkers is unfair to them and yourself, and only your boss wins.

Story 3:

Most people who constantly bitch about their job/manager/company aren't anywhere near as skilled or valuable as they believe themselves the be.

Story 4:

Salaried employment is worse than hourly

Story 5:

The generation of bosses who spouted off “The customer is always right” have created a generation of entitled pricks who make everyone’s lives harder.


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