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The Burnout CollectiveFeelin' the communist vibesCompanies using ridiculous hiring practices, AI in content creation, and the gross secrecy around salaries—we've got it all this week. We discuss pay transparency, why some hiring managers are shady af, and why everyone should just post those salaries already. Once we started brainstorming solutions to the pay transparency problem, we realized we hadn't done enough (or our own) research. So, next up? Making the job market a fairer place.tl;dr Basically, Jamie got upset by a LinkedIn post which made her make a LinkedIn post (but don't worry she's in recovery now). An...
2025-08-0550 minThe Burnout CollectiveCrashing out on LinkedInWe decided to practice what we preach last week and take a day off. But we're back! And this week we're talking about the absolute absurdity that is LinkedIn right now: people treating it like Facebook, writing novels about their personal lives, sharing made-up stories about their kids that taught them X Things About B2B Marketing, and don't forget the ol' humble brags. We go over a list of LinkedIn archetypes and come up with examples of each (way too easy, if you ask us). Then, we end with a deep dive into the subreddit r/L...
2025-07-291h 03The Burnout CollectiveTaking PTO out of spiteYou can't use your PTO when you're dead. We're sure you know that, but we just wanted to be sure. Cuz hey! Even we still struggle with the guilt (read: trauma) tied to taking time off. In this episode, we discuss everything from unlimited PTO (and how it's not actually unlimited) to the internalized shame that keeps us asking for time off even when we’re burnt out af. We talk about navigating PTO while juggling life, health, and the ever-looming threat of layoffs. We also touch on societal expectations, like the guilt trips women get for lea...
2025-07-151h 19The Burnout CollectiveStop shoulding all over yourselfWe kick off Episode 30 with the winners of our giveaway announced! (Unfortunately, the first two winners didn't respond, so we picked two new winners.) Congrats to @z_mertz and @liz_aday for winning some Burnout Merch! This week has been A WEEK. We wanted to talk about those times when you can't even. When you can't even muster the energy to do basic things—brushing teeth, taking out trash, feeding your children (jk). You know: How to self-care when you just self-can't. We chat about the unfair expectations at work...
2025-07-081h 02The Burnout CollectiveThe urge to burn it all downThis week we're joined by Adan Hinojosa (aka @manicsocratic) to talk about the highs and lows of being a live content creator. We cover everything from fitting into the retro gaming scene, managing petty community drama (Rebecca's fav), and the emotional labor that comes with being a Twitch streamer. Sparked by a life reboot that took him from the desert to the Pacific Northwest, Adan rediscovered his love of Nintendo, started buying retro hardware, and began sharing some vintage gaming treasures with his community. We complain about bad movie sequels, chat about Vegas orgies (we me...
2025-07-021h 04The Burnout CollectiveThe sharpest shit in the fridgeThis week, we got comfy with the talented Liz Aday to discuss her journey as a singer, musician, and producer. She talks about her battle with physical and mental health (including how she lost her voice to vocal cord paralysis) and how she copes with burnout. Liz discusses the devaluation of music, her experience with sexism in the industry over the years, and the importance of hope in her creative practice (which inspires us!).Before the end of the show, we commiserate with Liz over the lack of Mexican food in Oz and Jamie gets p...
2025-06-241h 07The Burnout CollectiveNo one cares what the musician likesRebecca couldn't make this week's episode, but will be back next week! We were stoked to welcome Joel Tamas from the band Red Heaven to the show this week to talk about the modern-day musician who must wear too. many. hats. The first thing you need to know is that Joel rocked out with robot cats in Second Life before V-tubers were even cool (and still does live shows in SL today!). He goes on to share some sketchy music biz practices, how AI is affecting the industry, and why chasing the algo just doesn't wo...
2025-06-171h 10The Burnout CollectiveReclaiming my time by taking up yours"Hey, do you have a minute to chat?""Hey, how are you? How was your weekend?"If your anxiety just skyrocketed or you feel triggered, we get it. That's why Episode 26 is all about the bane of our corporate existence: meetings. Listen. The chaos and exhaustion of (mostly pointless) meetings can turn even the most on-it Type A into a burnt out mess. How are you supposed to get any work done when you're in meetings all the time?So, come fill your BINGO card over here with us! We've got c...
2025-06-121h 07The Burnout CollectiveThis dumb witch brought jelly shoesSince it's our birthday month and we wanted to do a special stream, we did what anyone else would have done and procrastinated until the last day of the month for our stream (and giveaway announcement!). But first, we decided to take a little journey down memory lane and share stories from when we were kids. We reminisce about hilarious and cringey high school moments, talk about our childhood dreams, and wonder if we would ever actual have been friends in school (Rebecca says absolutely not). Rebecca shares how she was once grounded from the li...
2025-06-0352 minThe Burnout CollectiveThis one's for all the Star Trek dadsOn this week’s episode, we chat with Dr. Priyanka Rao, a psychologist and executive coach who specializes in neurodivergence. We immediately dive into the world of adult ADHD and autism—why so many get diagnosed later in life, how it shows up, and why it's so fucking difficult to get diagnosed at all.Each of us share our personal struggles with having a late diagnosis (Pri, too!). Jamie tries to get Pri to diagnose her parents, claiming the apple didn't fall far from the tree. And Rebecca shares the time her husband "took the scenic route" on a...
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Arun and PatriciaArun & Patricia S6 Ep. 10: 10/05/2025: "Smurf Who"Arun and Patricia talk about:Rumours of Half Life 3 is being widely playtested ahead of a summer reveal and winter release.‘King of the Hill’ revival’s storyboards have been leaked online. List of all the major animated movies be released in the future.New Finding Nemo sequel in the works at Pixar.King of Kings becomes the highest grossing Korean movie in the USA.Shrek 5 will have Shrek and Donkey enter the real world.Fan throws bottle at John Cena during WWE show.Cart...
2025-05-211h 42The Burnout CollectiveDating when you don't leave the houseIn this episode, we welcome Morgan Smith, who shares with us about working in HR, quitting her job for her mental health—oh, and the state of online dating (we hear it's a bit murdery out there). After shedding a soul-sucking job and an even more soul-sucking relationship, Morgan talks about how she went from feeling the weight of "golden handcuffs" to making the brave leap into the unknown by quitting her job and focusing on herself. We explore the wild world of online dating, the BS of work burnout, and why having a solid supp...
2025-05-201h 36The Burnout CollectiveA free flowing individual with a tank topJamie was sick this week, so sorry for the delayed episode release, Burnouts! We had a an absolute ball talking to one of our favorite writers this week: Taylor Medine. Taylor shares her own journey of overcoming burnout by shedding light on the challenges of freelancing, transitioning to full-time work, and finding balance between career ambitions and personal life. Once Taylor stops bragging about how great living in Hawaii is, she then opens up about the pressures she's felt as a child of immigrant parents, generational trauma and burnout, and how she manages to carve ou...
2025-05-0852 minThe Burnout CollectivePrioritizing yourself out of spiteThis week we had an impromptu slumber party that was a little unhinged (but in the best way). Elyssa was visiting Jamie, so we took advantage and brought her on to chat about prioritizing and rehumanizing ourselves. We discuss setting boundaries, being vulnerable, and not being responsible for other people's reactions to you. We also talk about how vital it is to do the things that are important to you and keep the promises we make to ourselves. Rebecca admits her garden is mostly just there to spite the HOA, Jamie thinks more people should cr...
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Fine Tooning with Drew TaylorFanFest at Universal Hollywood, King of the Hill Returns, and Animation Highlights from AnnécyIn this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor cover a busy week in animation and theme park news, including:
Drew’s full report from FanFest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, including Back to the Future Hill Valley experiences, new anime tie-ins, and what could be coming to the East Coast.
King of the Hill revival update – A new panel announced for the ATX TV Festival, with co-creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels and voice actors returning.
The Simpsons streaming hiccups – Yellow Planet, the Earth Day episode, struggles to launch properly on Dis...
2025-04-2945 minThe Burnout CollectiveJumping on grenades for everyoneThis week we celebrated our 20th podcast episode! Proof even the most ADHD brains can, in fact, stick with things. Earlier in the week, Jamie had a meltdown over the seemingly impossible job market. So, we wanted to discuss the struggles of finding a job (especially after being laid off). We talk about frustrations with current hiring practices, LinkedIn scammers, and the emotional toll of constant rejection.To lighten the mood, we also share some job-hunting tips, emphasize the significance of negotiating salaries, and remind everyone that we DFWFF (f you know, you k...
2025-04-221h 00The Burnout CollectiveListen, I have a lizard and zero boundariesPSA: Rebecca took a Lorazepam before the show. Then, we all found out about frolfing (it doesn't mean what you think it means! we swear!). Here we go.Adult friendships are hard. You know, like how the hell do you even make friends as an adult in the first place? Where do you find these people? And how do you keep up with each other? From awkward social encounters to long-time internet friends, we cover all the different "friend tiers" (spoiler alert: there's a lot). We also share a lot of o...
2025-04-151h 01The Burnout CollectiveThe goth girl at Christian school with fishnets on her armsNarrator: And now it's time for Silly Songs with Larry, the part of the show where Larry comes out and sings a silly song.To get hyped for the show this week, we watched everyone's favorite Christian vegetables (Veggie Tales). It turns out Silly Songs With Larry was the only good thing we can recall from our religious upbringings, but let’s get into it anyway.We delve into our personal experiences with religious trauma and how it affected everything from our relationships to our sexual and mental health. We talk about therapy, de...
2025-04-081h 15The Burnout CollectiveChik’n soup for the burnt out soulHey, everyone! We’re back. And it’s just the two of us this week which we haven’t done in a while. We decided to talk about all things cozy, comfy, and coping—and we all know Rebecca is all about the warm and fuzzies. Jamie starts by talking about her visit to Super Nintendo World over the weekend and how magical it was to see her childhood come to life. Then, we dive in to our go-to comforts.From our favorite nostalgic TV shows and movies like “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” to our top comfort f...
2025-04-0248 minThe Burnout CollectiveThe one where a barn falls on Rachel"Are You Tired of Being Paid Less Than You're Worth?" or How Rachel Ended Up an Electrician ApprenticeThis week, we're joined by Rachel Cannon, Rebecca's sister, who has had one heck of a career journey. She graduated during a recession, worked as a bicycle tour guide, switched majors, and picked up plenty of peculiar internships—like putting snails in jars at the Smithsonian. Rachel eventually found her calling in the trades as an electrician apprentice.We chat about how unpaid internships only benefit the rich, how kids shouldn't be able to take out thousands of...
2025-03-2556 minThe Burnout CollectiveNever shut your pie holeThis week our guest is Robin Saks Frankel who Jamie worked with at her last job. After Jamie gushes over Robin's no-nonsense communication style and mentorship, we explore the themes of empowerment, especially among women, in the workplace. We talk about the importance of asking questions at work, even when it feels intimidating, and how Robin challenged the norm by always speaking up. Jamie outs herself as the office chatterbox who is always trying to convince others to ask questions, Rebecca reveals her not-so-hidden disdain for forced corporate coffee dates, and Robin shares her journey into creating video content...
2025-03-111h 04The Burnout CollectiveThey'd rather stand on a pile of skullsThis week, we welcome guest Madeline Shores. She basically said "eff this" and quit her full-time job of 10 years to focus on herself (because surprise! she was burnt out af). So on her 1-Year Anniversary of Being Jobless, she shares the surprising realities of living without a full-time corporate gig, as well as the financial and emotional aspects of her transition. Madeline also lays out the true cost of having a job to begin with and all the ways corporate life sucks your soul right out. But pay close attention to this episode because this girl has t...
2025-03-041h 23The Burnout CollectiveYour job is literally killing youWell, Rebecca took a pain killer right before the show (that's where we're at). But this week, we're talking about dealing with chronic illnesses, both mental and physical, especially in the workplace. We discuss the struggle of working through pain in high-stress job hellscapes because we're sometimes afraid to take time off. We also talk about the invisible illnesses others don't see and how it sucks to feel judged or second-guessed by others in your life when you're ill (managers, parents...even friends).Plus, we've been dissociating with the new Hello Kitty game, and let u...
2025-02-2558 minThe Burnout CollectiveDon't ask me WTF is for dinnerTW: Please note that this episode contains some brief talk of eating disorders, as well as mentions of fatphobia and body shaming. If you're sensitive to these topics, we suggest skipping through minutes 14 to 17 and 25 to 38.Get ready to talk food burnout with us in Episode 12. We discuss pandemic grocery woes, meal prep/planning exhaustion, dietary restrictions, and eating on hard mode when our health or the meds we take affect our appetite.Rebecca discusses why Imperfect Foods was a game changer for her. Meanwhile, Jamie defends the virtue of peanut...
2025-02-1856 minThe Burnout CollectiveCat butthole in your face kinda weekYou guys. It's been a week. Rebecca is obsessed with Rednote. She'll be speaking fluent Mandarin in about 2 weeks. Jamie tried to watch her first episode of J*e R*gan, but gave up after 15 minutes. It's time to delve into moral injury vs. burnout. We couldn't help but talk about the dumpster fire that is big tech, Meta's racist AI gone rogue, and DEI efforts being dismantled. Plus, we discuss how M*rk Z*ckubus is doing away with factchecking and blocking links from an IG competitor...all while giving Dark Willow from Buffy. "Th...
2025-02-1445 minThe Burnout CollectiveThe millennials who ruined everythingWe made it to Episode 10! Our tiny, black neurodivergent hearts thank all of you for that. Our special episode needed a special guest (and our first!) and we're so happy it was Elyssa. Elyssa is one of our good friends that we both met at work and she hasn't been able to get rid of us since. She is a a creator in so many ways—artist, writer, podcaster, TikTok creator, personal finance expert, and so much more. Elyssa talks about her year-and-a-half struggle with unemployment, discussing the emotional toll, tough job market, and the impo...
2025-02-111h 34The Burnout CollectiveWe’Re LiKe A FaMiLY HeReIt's time for us to talk about everyone's favorite manipulative sitcom family: The Work Family. We'll give you tips on avoiding workplaces that mirror the most unhealthy family dynamics, dealing with companies that expect you to just drink the Kool-Aid (especially startups), and share our own personal stories. Plus, we talk about the importance of pay transparency and how to advocate for yourself when you need it most.Have a suggestion for our next episode? A burnout story to share? Send us a text! Support the showThe Burnout Collective Podcast is hosted...
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