Why Does It Feel So Wrong To Be Human At Work?

Season 2, Episode 9: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be a Leader?

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We’ve all heard it: “Leadership is lonely.” But is it? And if it is, why do so many people still chase it?

In this episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee explore the complex question of modern leadership—what motivates people to lead, what makes leadership feel “wrong,” and how our outdated assump...

Season 2, Episode 8: Why Does It Feel So Wrong (or Good) to Gossip at Work?

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“Don’t tell anyone, but…” As soon as you hear those words, you lean in. Gossip—it’s irresistible, unavoidable, and often misunderstood.

In this juicy and thoughtful episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee explore the complicated nature of gossip in the workplace. Is it toxic? Is it the...

Season 2, Episode 7: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Manage Up at Work?

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We’ve all seen it—or done it. The awkward compliment. The carefully crafted update. The subtle self-promotion. But where’s the line between managing up and straight-up sucking up?

In this episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee unpack the complicated world of influencing your boss. Managing u...

Season 2, Episode 6: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Rely on AI at Work?

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AI is here—and it’s not going away. But if using it is so smart, why does it still feel a little bit wrong?

In this episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee tackle the big questions about AI in the workplace. From emotional friction and ethical concerns to trust, fear, and even job displaceme...

Season 2, Episode 5: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be an A**hole at Work?

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We said what we said. In this bold and uncensored episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee are joined by internal comms legend Chuck Gose to take on the big question that no one talks about—but everyone experiences:

Why does it feel so wrong (yet so common) to act like an a**hole at work?

T...

Season 2, Episode 4: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Ask for Help at Work?

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Is asking for help a sign of weakness—or is it the key to doing great work and being fully human?

In this heartfelt episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee explore why asking for help often feels like failure in today’s work culture—and why that couldn’t be further from the truth.

Sparked b...

Season 2, Episode 3: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Influenced?

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Influencer fatigue, TikTok tips, corporate jargon, lawn envy, and the boss who suddenly wants to “go agile” after reading one McKinsey article—sound familiar?

In this episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee explore how deeply we're all influenced—by social media, our neighbors, our leaders, and e...

Season 2, Episode 2: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Honest at Work?

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Can you really speak your truth at work without risking relationships, reputation, or your job? In this episode of Why Does it Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee dig deep into the complex emotional, social, and cultural dynamics around honesty in the workplace.

They ask:

• Why do we crave authenticity—but cr...

Season 2, Episode 1: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Embrace Change at Work?

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We’re back! After a much-anticipated break, hosts Pinaki Kathiari (CEO of Local Wisdom, co-founder of Resource Hero) and Chris Lee (VP at Gallagher Communications, President of IABC Toronto) kick off Season 2 of Why Does it Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work? by tackling one of the most universal and misunderstood workplace experiences: cha...

Season 2 is here.

Join Pinaki Kathiari (Local Wisdom) and Chris Lee (Gallagher) as they dig into the contradictions of modern work culture—like why change feels scary and gossip feels great.

It’s honest, human, and maybe a little uncomfortable.

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Season 1, Episode 10: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Fail at Work?

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Failure is inevitable. But why does it still feel so wrong?

In this heartfelt and celebratory finale of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee dive into why failure carries so much emotional weight at work—and why that needs to change. With humor, humility, and personal stories, they reflect on childhood e...

Season 1, Episode 9: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Doubt the Data?

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Data doesn't lie—until it does.

In this thought-provoking episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee explore the complicated relationship between data-driven decision making and gut instinct. From legendary art forgeries and tech valuations to corporate benefits and poker games, they show how numbe...

Season 1, Episode 8: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Put Yourself Before Your Company?

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Do you feel guilty taking a sick day—even when you're clearly not okay?

In this powerful episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee dig deep into the tension between self-care and workplace expectations. From personal stories and mental health stigma to the evolution of wellness p...

Season 1, Episode 7: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Create a Consumer-Grade Employee Experience?

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Why do we obsess over the customer experience—but cut corners on the employee experience?

In this episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee break down the false dichotomy between CX and EX—and make the case that a thriving business starts with its people. From packagin...

Season 1, Episode 6: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Reply All?

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“Please stop replying all!”

We’ve all been there—caught in a reply-all email spiral that devolves into chaos, memes, and all-caps shouting. But why does a seemingly harmless function like "Reply All" evoke such strong emotions?

In this fun and thought-provoking episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee ...

Season 1, Episode 5: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Not Use Corporate Jargon?

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We’ve all heard it: “Let’s circle back.” “Let’s leverage synergies.” “Let’s operationalize the low-hanging fruit.” But… why?

In this satirical yet insightful episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee break down the awkward truth behind why corporate jargon is so widespread—and why not us...

Season 1, Episode 4: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Yourself at Work? (with Priya Bates)

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How much of yourself do you really bring to work—and how much do you feel you have to leave behind to fit in?

In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee welcome special guest Priya Bates, award-winning internal communications strategis...

Season 1, Episode 3: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Take the Afternoon Off?

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Ever feel guilty for stepping away from work before 5 p.m.—even when you’ve met your goals? You’re not alone.

In this insightful episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee take a hard look at how we've been conditioned to treat time as the ultimate currency—and why that’s no longer serving ...

Season 1, Episode 2: Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Say “No” at Work?

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Saying “no” at work feels risky—sometimes even dangerous. But why?

In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?, co-hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee dig deep into why the simple act of saying “no” can feel like an act of rebellion. Through personal stories, workplace psychology, and reflections on cu...