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Werkplace ComedyPay PigFrom Wicked to The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City - to selling… garments and bodily fluids… to financial domination, we truly take some turns this week. This episode was produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.Workplace Comedy is a podcast for entertainment purposes only. Unless cited above, or sent-in from our listeners, we made everything up. If you would like to send us a word, please do so via email at: werkplacecomedy@gmail.com. All views are our own.2024-12-0951 min
Werkplace ComedyLANDBACKThis week, we're learning about the #Landback movement, given that the Thanksgiving holiday has just passed. It's important to note that we are not professional journalists, and we do broad coverage over this topic, think of it as an overall introduction, intended for those who are curious but have never really looked into it. It's an all too important subject. Finding research presenting an accurate portrayal of history on this subject is challenging. In the event that we failed to present an honest history, please reach out to werkplacecomedy@gmail.com and we will...2024-12-0238 min
Werkplace ComedyDown the Reddit Hole: The JerkerWe're talking Wicked, and expectations. We're brushing up against holiday movies and Lindsay Lohan. We're talking Winnie Cooper and Dollywood. We're also learning about Sam's brief career stint in Agriscience - and we're learning horror stories from the HR department as found on Reddit!
No links in the show notes, everything is found on Reddit, go there and have a ball!
This episode was produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.
Workplace Comedy is a podcast for entertainment purposes only. Unless cited above, or sent-in from our listeners, we made...2024-11-2549 min
Werkplace ComedyCommit to the BitThis week took some turns... It all started because Sam put himself on a budget. From trips to target and their monetary value - to job hunting in Australia (thank you to our Australian listeners!!!) to bear attacks in Colorado... We hope you commit to the bit!
The bear attack article can be found here: https://www.workingmanlaw.com/blog/workers-compensation-and-injury-info/workers-comp-bear-attack-at-work/
The Craigslist stuff can be found if you search Craigslist Jobs in Sydney Australia.
This episode was produced by Sam Everett Baker and Michelle Oh. Our Resident Producer is Nicole Oh.2024-11-1847 min
Werkplace ComedyDown the Reddit Hole: Above and BeyondHoney, there's an app called Reddit and we are taking a deep dive into Reddit's werkplace horror stories. Also, Sam saw the Mariah Carey Christmas Show and you have to hear what it was like from his firsthand account tbh. The Hollywood Bowl has table service and convenient shuttles for arrival and departure. And while Sam still hates it there, he admits those are nice things.
There are no links this week, dive down the Reddit hole yourself, and see what all the fuss is about.
This episode was produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh...2024-11-1150 min
Werkplace ComedyTraitor Joe's 2: The SqueaquelEarlier this year, we discussed what everyone's favorite grocery retailer is doing to eradicate worker's rights, and we dive deeper this week! We also learn the proper way to ... loan anyone money.
This episode would not be possible without the work done by Trader Joe's United, the official union for Trader Joe's employees. To read the articles referenced in this episode, as well as cases mentioned, and not, please visit their website here: https://traderjoesunited.org
To read the article we discuss most, check out the Huffington Post here: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/trader-joes-attorney-nlrb-unconstitutional...2024-11-0437 min
Werkplace ComedyLiteral Ghost StoriesHalloween night. It's chilly, it's quiet, it gets dark early - the spirits come OUT. This week, we hear from you and the ways you have been haunted at work. From being stuck in a mortuary, after hours, to making physical contact with passed (or un-passed? entities) To working in a building that USED TO BE A MORTUARY BUT ISN'T ANYMORE (mortuaries are v haunt if you like haunt - get a job in a mortuary) to learning something about a motel room's past.
Welcome back to season 3, welcome back to work. 2024-10-3150 min
Werkplace ComedyHiatusPlease send ghost/haunting stories to werkplacecomedy@gmail.com, or on instagram to @themichelleoh or @sameverettbakerWe’ll be back in a couple of weeks - we cannot wait! 2024-09-2701 minWerkplace ComedyLabor Day (but make it day after)We hope you had a relaxing Labor Day (or a relaxing double paycheck). Thank you to labor unions and other organizers who have done so much to bring worker's rights -- if this podcast has taught us anything it's that we also, still, have so much more to do. Thank you, so so SO much for rolling with us!2024-09-0402 minWerkplace ComedyDNA and AIA correction to this episode: In this episode, co-host Sam mentions Michelle McNamara’s death was due to a cancer illness and this is incorrect.We wrote an entire description and then Spotify deleted it. So please listen. This episode is a work of fiction. Any similarities to any nouns is purely coincidental. Send you stories to werkplacecomedy@gmail.com and please tell Spotify to get it together.2024-08-2655 minWerkplace ComedyDemure.Honey, welcome to the podcast for the DEMURE. The CUTESY. From trends on TikTok to criminals working for the City of Los Angeles. From Hollywood Boulevard to Chipotle and jail - we go to a few places this week.
This episode is produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker. It's an entertainment podcast. werkplacecomedy@gmail.com if you have a story!2024-08-1956 minWerkplace ComedyDEI Hires?We take a lot of turns this week. From the importance of mental health, and knowing when to communicate it (even if you don't particularly know how), to the Olympics and the many fails the have-nots have experienced. We talk DEI initiatives, and their importance. We talk about employers wasting our time - especially during the interview process. We learn about a liquor store in Detroit, and the way the community really looks out for their own (shout-out @TresurChest617 on TikTok!). Take your time, receive and share grace. Thank you for working with us today.2024-08-121h 07Werkplace Comedystick stickFrom the election to Christmas parades, fake jobs and jobs that involve stranger’s garbage cans on private property - we cover the four corners of a square today. From discussing our future president’s dating history, to Sam’s dating history, to nepotism in the job market - to Visa, everywhere you want to be.
This episode has been produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker. This podcast is a work of fiction, for entertainment purposes only. Any similarities to any nouns, groups, brand affiliations is purely coincidental. If you would like to submit a story, or giv...2024-07-3047 minWerkplace ComedyThe EFFORT.The effort that went into these tangents, honey. You know we’re READY for Kamala! We talk election, we talk Microsoft outage, we talk semi-private-jetting… we’re delving into credit scores, not skipping our government mandated lunch breaks, and the difference between jokes and threats. We’re also dishing about Sam’s time as a literal farmer of animals (truly a tangent we accidentally reached for) and wishing a great guy, the happiest of birthdays. Let’s get to werk!2024-07-221h 00Werkplace ComedyWhat a WeekendHoney, this weekend was a long one- we hope we can decompress from it this week, oh my gosh.
Sam is telling us, literally, how busy his weekend was. We reflect on Shelly Duvall's work and how much she'll be missed - we mention Shannon Doherty - and Michelle and Sam regale us with the times they each met Richard Simmons - a genuine light in this world, now dimmed.
We're also talking about foreign fiance's, the importance of resumes, and learning about The Real Mean Girls of a Military Town. Honey, truly, what a...2024-07-1551 minWerkplace ComedyLinDUH.We accidentally no-call/no-showed for the past two weeks and we are sorry - and do we have a doozy for you.
From Jason Mraz, to similar to Jason Mraz, Justin Timbermraz, we're talking cafe's involving gratitude - and the cults that govern them.
BDSM isn't a topic, by any means, though we dabble in kinks.
We hit some news items and then we discuss, Linda.
This episode has been produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.
This podcast is a work of fiction, for entertainment purposes only...2024-07-0857 minWerkplace ComedyThe WORLD tour.Michelle will be back in California soon- and then all will be right where we should be. This is why Sam does not leave his house- because Justin Timberlake is out there. This episode has been produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.
This podcast is a work of fiction, for entertainment purposes only. Any similarities to any nouns, groups, brand affiliations is purely coincidental.
If you would like to submit a story, or give us money, reach out to werkplacecomedy@gmail.com.2024-07-0400 minWerkplace ComedyMichelle Went to the HamptonsAs you’ll hear, Michelle got lost in the… lake of it all, and Sam needs to call in a favor because JSX doesn’t yet do a Burbank - Hamptons direct. Wish us luck, we’ll be back next week.2024-06-2501 minWerkplace ComedyGet LitigiousThis episode has been produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.
This podcast is a work of fiction, for entertainment purposes only. Any similarities to any nouns, groups, brand affiliations is purely coincidental.
If you would like to submit a story, or give us money, reach out to werkplacecomedy@gmail.com.2024-06-1754 minWerkplace ComedyThis Week: PTOHey co-werkers! Life is out here really trying some things, and we needed to take some PTO. To avoid a no-call-no-show, we are calling in laaaate. But we’re actually here to give y’all a little bit of inspiration for the next time YOU have to call out. Hopefully you’ll do it on time though. We’ll be back on Monday! All of our episodes are for entertainment purposes only. We do discuss real news topics, but our stories and anecdotes have been created solely for entertainment. Any similarities to any nouns, organizations, individuals, ideas, patents, etc. is strictly...2024-06-1103 minWerkplace ComedyCaptivating.Bleach blonde, bad built, butch body.
This episode has been produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.
This podcast is a work of fiction, for entertainment purposes only. Any similarities to any nouns, groups, brand affiliations is purely coincidental.
If you would like to submit a story, or give us money, reach out to werkplacecomedy@gmail.com.2024-06-0346 minWerkplace ComedyRed PillsWe cover a lot of ground this week, and it's all about the patriarchy.
The only thing not related is Sam's story about the time he met Federal Prosecutor Sunny Hostin... and even that kind of counts because that Queen makes shmoney.
We talk about the fact that Michelle is a Southern California Large, we discuss that football player who is a Kansas City Small. We talk about when you should just leave your dang job, and we re-hash a particular dating app's issues.
aaand THEN, we hear from Vivian. OMG does Vivian have a story for you.
Advice of...2024-05-201h 09Werkplace ComedyFruity BangersWhen we say we take turns this week.
Sam woke up late and that makes him want to share, apparently. Michelle gives us her tips for looking for a doctor, and we spend a lot (and I mean a lot) of time in the Court TV sphere.
This episode has been produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.
This podcast is a work of fiction, for entertainment purposes only. Any similarities to any nouns, groups, brand affiliations is purely coincidental.
If you would like to submit a story...2024-05-1359 minWerkplace ComedyGreat Gowns, Beautiful GownsFrom a wearer of great gowns, beautiful gowns, to Minnesota 911 employees working out of state, we take a lot of turns this week.
We're also giving some advice to one of YOU!
This episode has been produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.
This podcast is a work of fiction, for entertainment purposes only. Any similarities to any nouns, groups, brand affiliations is purely coincidental.
If you would like to submit a story, or give us money, reach out to werkplacecomedy@gmail.com.2024-05-0644 minWerkplace ComedyFabigailWe accidentally took a week off, but the time was much needed. This week, we're talking about flying on budget airlines, and communication in the werkplace.
This episode has been produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.
This podcast is a work of fiction, for entertainment purposes only. Any similarities to any nouns, groups, brand affiliations is purely coincidental.
If you would like to submit a story, or give us money, reach out to werkplacecomedy@gmail.com.2024-04-2951 minWerkplace ComedyUPchargeWelcome to werk, we get into it today. From addressing all of our supportive besties (thank you to the real ones) to wisdom teeth removal, the theme of the day seems to be tangents - all geared toward charging employers for all of the nickel-dimey things that they would charge a customer extra.
We open strong with a job opportunity for the adults tbh. And then we roll right on into Tennessee, where teachers can just carry guns at school now.
This episode has been produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.2024-04-1552 minWerkplace Comedyuck loridaFrom food deliveries, to state governments making it illegal for counties and cities to pass necessary laws for the safety of their local citizens, to squeezing an ass through a tight window - we travel to a few topics today.
This podcast has been produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.
This podcast is a work of fiction and was created for entertainment purposes only. Any similarities to any persons, people, places, things (you know, the nouns) work places, groups of literally any kind is purely...2024-04-0838 minWerkplace ComedyKaren Vs. In-n-OutHappy belated Cowboy Carter day to those who celebrate!! We recorded this on the day of the album release and we LOVE.
We cover a lot of ground today in the office. From natural deodorant, to a national tax service, to unions and the importance of local elections. We also discuss moving to Texas (if, like work, we can live remotely) and we learn about
a boss who works remotely but refuses to let their employees do the same. And I mean refuses refuses. Petty.
Shout out to Britt, host of the Your...2024-04-0151 minWerkplace ComedyTraitor Joe'sWe don't want to go here either and yet everywhere you look, here we are. Trader Joe's is working to take every individual's workplace rights away.
Then, we're gonna make a pit stop at peacocking employers who try to lure you in with cute chairs and no money.
After that, we're talking about thirsty prospectives who really want to work somewhere, or desperately need a job, and learning that recruiters hate that about people. Just like dating tbh.
After that, we're going to the water cooler to learn about enemies turn besties which...2024-03-2552 minWerkplace ComedyCATCH HANDSWe took two weeks off because a break is necessary when you’re going through it. We’re learning that Channing Tatum walked so John Cena could run… which is weird because John Cena was here first but we don’t make the rules. Then we’re learning more about why we took two weeks off, fortunately things are looking up for us - we take the wins we get. After we’re talking about YouTube and the way they disrespect their employees (aka steal from them) and discussing the great betrayal. All before learning about Bessie. And then we’re talking abo...2024-03-1848 minWerkplace ComedyBOUNDARIESWe were late to work today but, honey, we made it. We're learning about work ethic to start, and then floating on over to chronotypes and work patterns that Sam & Michelle thrive within. And then, we're learning, about a soft stalker - which leads us into being haunted somehow. The Segways work people.
This episode is produced by Nicole Oh, Michelle Oh, and Sam Everett Baker.
This podcast is a work of fiction created for entertainment purposes only. Any similarities to any nouns, groups, individuals, ideologies is purely coincidental.2024-02-2746 minWerkplace ComedySwindledThe swindlers are out here and the burglars are burgling. AI takes the spot at #1 this week, yet again, because we find only more evidence that it's being fine-tuned and pushed upon us - not because there aren't enough people to do the work (is the job market actually thriving???) but because it's cheaper to use non-people that you don't have to pay.
Also, we're talking about ... an opportunity for folks who want to be intimate ... in an audio form. From men to AI, the swindlers are swindling. IT'S AI!!!
2024-02-1948 minWerkplace ComedyTrash BoysWe're hitting a few different bases today. We're talking about social media vs the Werkplace, vs the regular world. We're also going into hustle culture vs millennials vs 65 year olds who apparently thrive in hustle culture. We do take a detour to discuss what Michelle and Sam would do IMMEDIATELY after winning the lottery. All before we learn about someone who dated a trash boy . . . 2024-02-1250 minWerkplace ComedyHousemade RanchThe agenda is FULL TODAY. We start with an employer from Texas who just really seems to hate it when their employees try to live. Then, we're rolling over to Hollywood where YOU can meet with an agent - if you don't suck lol. While we're in Hollywood, we're learning about a TV show that'll help you if you're a woman who thinks her husband is cheating on her . . . We're also talking about housewives and how it's all Sam really wants to do, and lastly, we learn about a boss that is just MESS. Sleeping with employees, the whole...2024-02-0545 minWerkplace ComedygaslitThis episode is about stealing, and how companies do it legally and then we'll like, tell them that it's a bad thing and then they'll be like... no but it's a good thing and then we just like... go back to work for some reason.
We're also breaking down Food Savers, Stanley Cups, Snack Machines, and Oreo Truffles.
This episode, like all of our episodes, are a work of fiction for entertainment purposes only. Any similarities to persons, places, things, groups, religious groups, companies, businesses, employees, employers, brands, opportunities, etc. is purely coincidental.
...2024-01-2946 minWerkplace ComedyCATCH ME OUTSIDEHoney, the calendar is FULL!
We're talking about Jodie Foster and what she thinks about GenZ. We're talking about cannabis vs. the workplace. We're learning about a chancellor who makes porn? And we're covering the fact that a work spouse is... well you'll have to listen to learn what we think about it. One more thing we do is learn Sam's tagline if he were a real housewife: "either you make it to where I don't see this sh*t again, or I will." Which was gonna be the title of the episode but its too long.2024-01-2258 minWerkplace ComedyWe Love (have mixed feelings about/know that it's ultimately horribly bad) AIA bundle of a week, this week. We did tape this on Christmas but it's not a Christmas episode as far as content. We're joining YouTube! It's still not up and running, but we'll be uploading a video of each podcast, with captions, to YouTube very soon!
We discuss seasonal jobs and the fantastic people we meet while working them. We learn about a private investigator gig? That is available to... anyone. We discuss therapy for your horrible boss and how to deal with the Sunday scaries- and we learn about a pizza place from hell. AND...2024-01-1559 minWerkplace ComedyRISE AND GRINDWE ARE BACK! After more than the two weeks we promised (because Sam's computer broke but fortunately he had Apple Care + and now it's not broken!!).
This week we're hashing our holiday moment from a few weeks ago, and addressing a job prospect some of you missed out on.
We're also learning about a 90's celebrity has-been who can't keep himself to himself - which is all bad.
And Sam talks about another 90's person who is a rockstar and has *thee worst fans*.
OH! And we're talking about Bumble and...2023-12-1956 minWerkplace ComedyA Little PTOThis week, we announce that we’re taking two weeks off! Sam isn’t here, Michelle had to clock him out (BECAUSE HIS COMPUTER BROKE) but you do get to meet our co-producer, Nicole! Have a great two weeks, we’ll be back soon!2023-11-2000 minWerkplace ComedyBob Doesn't Even Go To Urgent CareSam's going through vertigo and Michelle is keepin' on. We also mention ignorant statements made by the CEO of Disney and compare them to the fact that HE DOESN'T EVEN GOOO TO URGENT CARE (probably). We talk about strip clubs in California and the way that some dancers can now join Actor's Equity! And we talk about two gay people who worked in different paint stores. A good time was had by all.2023-11-1347 minWerkplace ComedyCreative Intelligent Adventurous Adult WomenWelcome back to Week! This week, we're talking quirky side jobs, rich bosses who have demonic daughters, and why Michelle might be interested in working 14 hours a day (Sam only wants to work no more than four hours a day #texts). We also give you misinformation regarding CA's daylight savings laws. So know that we know we got that incorrect.
This episode is produced by Sam Everett Baker, Michelle Oh and Nicole Oh.
For more information: https://linktr.ee/werkplacecomedy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share2023-11-0650 minWerkplace ComedySoft LivesSometimes you just need a soft day, and that's exactly what we're discussing today in the Werkplace. Sam's gonna regale us about a time he ripped his pants in a very, very fancy place. Michelle is gonna tell us about birds, and they're both gonna tell you about their soft lives.
For more information: https://linktr.ee/werkplacecomedy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share2023-10-3040 minWerkplace ComedyBDSMToday at werk: we're talking ghosting. We're talking quiet firing. We're learning about the time Sam was quiet-laid-off. We're learning that Michelle DOESN'T know anything about BDSM - and we're learning about a resource that can teach her a thing or two. We also learn about a theme park employee who's co-werker gave them a valium when they had a simple headache #ThatsWhatFriendsAreFor.
This episode is co-produced by Sam Everett Baker, Michelle Oh and Nicole Oh.
For more information: https://linktr.ee/werkplacecomedy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share2023-10-2338 minWerkplace ComedyExperimental CondomsWe talk about a few things, including the episode title. Listen to learn more about those and how they could pay you tbh.
This week we're also debuting our new segment "In Other News" where we literally talk about a *ahem* homophobic chicken retailer that was asking for VOLUNTEERS to work the lunch rush.
This episode is co-produced by Sam Everett Baker, Michelle Oh and Nicole Oh.
Transcripts can be found here: https://linktr.ee/werkplacecomedy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share2023-10-1634 minWerkplace ComedyFIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS???If you've ever been a cashier, you know the importance of balancing your bank at the end of a shift. This week, we learn about someone who was short- FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS. But, were they set-up by management just to get fired? 2023-10-0927 minWerkplace Comedy#YOLOTHIS WEEK WE ARE GOING TO WERK! Or, rather, discussing creative ways people have *left* work. Join Sam & Michelle as they learn about Walmart on Cruise Ships, delivering pizza so passionate it calls itself WOW, & SPIFFs but they never come down to a conclusion as to what they are.
A transcript to this episode will be available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ugxoXSi--ofFivpQowgzKIIbIeo8GfJH?usp=share_link2023-10-0227 min
Werkplace ComedyWerkplace ComedyWelcome to Workplace Comedy, a podcast where we hash out what happens on the daily grind, hosted by Sam Everett Baker and Michelle Oh. Coming soon, wherever you get your podcasts.
This podcast is a work of fiction. Any similarities to any persons/people, nouns, organizations, companies, groups of any kind is strictly and purely coincidental.
A transcript for this episode is available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ugxoXSi--ofFivpQowgzKIIbIeo8GfJH?usp=share_link2023-10-0101 minWerkplace ComedyLEAVE. MEETING.Welcome back to WERK! This week, Sam talks about his recent jump into the job search while Michelle regales us with the job interview from hell. We also explore the ability to detect chili for a restaurant in Nebraska, and learn about a rambunctious employee at a small town's bar and grill.
A link with a transcript to this episode can be found here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ugxoXSi--ofFivpQowgzKIIbIeo8GfJH?usp=share_link2023-09-2541 minWerkplace ComedyNo Pic No ReplyWelcome to our first day on the job! Sam & Michelle introduce themselves and read some...interesting job descriptions that sound crazy enough to be real. We also hear about a story which brought-up an interesting topic: Your boss's search history. To look or not to look? That is the question. Would you do it?
A transcript of our episodes are available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ugxoXSi--ofFivpQowgzKIIbIeo8GfJH?usp=sharing2023-09-1831 min