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June 18, 2025 58 mins

In this episode of the Need Not Apply Podcast, hosts Gary and Gina discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal anecdotes about health reactions and beverage innovations to serious discussions about current events and the job market.

They explore the challenges of recruitment, interview experiences, and the impact of social media on public perception. The conversation also touches on health tech innovations and the uniqueness of human traits, all while maintaining a light-hearted tone. In this episode, the hosts discuss various challenges faced in the job market, including emotional distress and the importance of having a plan before leaving a job. They share insights on navigating interviews, recounting experiences that highlight the emotional toll of the job search process.

The conversation also touches on unusual interview situations and personal updates, reflecting on the hosts' own career journeys and the importance of networking and support.


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This week's tales:


Story 1: Rant. Boomer interviewer not only rejected my brother for not having a job-irrelevant skill but also made very disrespectful personal comments. : r/recruitinghell


Story 2: How badly did I screw up? Depressed and feeling hopeless. : r/recruitinghell


Story 3: Interviewer made me cry?? : r/recruitinghell


Story 4: Interviewer ranted about AirPods, what should I do? : r/recruitinghell

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

03:06 Starbucks and New Beverage Innovations

05:47 Current Events and Social Issues

09:05 Health Tech Innovations

11:53 Unique Human Traits and AI

15:04 Recruitment Challenges an

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