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LinkedOutSyd and Brit Start a Small Business!!! (Season 1 Finale)It’s the Season One LinkedOut finale, babe! And yes—we’re pivoting harder than a tech founder post-downturn.In this episode, Syd and Brit spill the tea on their next big move: launching a modern baby + kids boutique featuring secondhand gems and sustainably made goodies. Brit’s passion for vintage? Activated. Syd’s urge to romanticize community spaces? Unleashed. We’re embracing entrepreneurship with open arms, open minds, and maybe a tiny bit of mania.Season Two of LinkedOut will be all about building something of your own—from creative...2025-05-0835 minLinkedOutSyd and Brit Take a Sabbatical to NowhereThis week, Syd has officially retired from LinkedIn and is now living her best soft-life fantasy—rebranding as a neighborhood photographer and making art, making friends, and making the golden years even golder. Meanwhile, Brit reenters the job market and hits rock bottom: she finds a listing that wants one person to be a CMO, barista, life coach, and full-stack developer… all for the pay of a fast food gig, in California, no less. Love that for us!We also spiral into:Why every Bravo-lebrity and influencer has a podcast now (but ours is actually good, than...2025-04-3037 minLinkedOutSyd and Brit Can’t Afford That Bag AnywayThis week on LinkedOut, we’re talking cause → effect → chaos. Syd and Brit dive into the butterfly effect of accepting lower salaries as experienced professionals—because when one of us takes a pay cut, it ripples across the whole damn industry. We also break down the internet’s reaction to new tariffs and why luxury brands are spiraling, rebranding, and possibly just screaming into the void.And of course, we’re shouting out the real MVPs: the creative community and small businesses trying to thrive while the economy plays hot potato with our livelihoods. Spoiler: we’re not anti-hustl...2025-04-2345 minLinkedOutSyd and Brit Leave the Group ChatThis week, Syd and Brit pack their tote bags and head to Tucson, Arizona for a real-life business trip—yes, we left our houses. We met internet friends IRL, got inspired by Actual People™, and remembered the unmatched magic of face-to-face connections. From awkward hugs to genuine career conversations, this episode is all about the unexpected value of showing up in person (and not just in the comments section).We also talk about Brit’s journey of being offline, what it’s been like stepping back from LinkedIn, and—drumroll please—an update on the job she’s been waiting...2025-04-1637 minLinkedOutSyd and Brit Get Professionally Trolled by Ben Palmer, Part 2Welcome back to Part 2 of our interview with Ben Palmer! If you haven't already, check out Part 1 and read more about this episode there. Ben Palmer joins us to discuss his career as a "social justice troll" who uses comedy to expose corporate greed, MLM scams, and online absurdity while making people laugh.Discover:• Fighting MLMs like Herbalife and doTERRA by exposing their predatory business models• Trolling neighborhood Facebook groups and Nextdoor to reveal community absurdities• Supporting the Medieval Times workers' strike through satirical commercials• Creating fake customer service accounts to expose co...2025-04-1033 minLinkedOutSyd and Brit Get Professionally Trolled by Ben Palmer, Part 1This week, we’re talking to Ben Palmer, the internet’s favorite social justice troll and a comedian who’s mastered the fine art of getting corporations (and boomers) in their feelings. From fake customer service accounts to cease and desist letters, Ben shares how he uses satire, loopholes, and a little chaos to call out bad behavior online. We also dive into the dark side of comedy and content creation, what it means to stay authentic while making money, and why Medieval Times performers deserve better...2025-04-0334 minLinkedOutSyd and Brit Get an Offer YankedWe’re back, and this week? Job hunting has us in a chokehold. We’re talking about that soul-crushing moment when you get a job offer… and then they snatch it back. We’ve been there, besties. It’s giving emotional whiplash. We’re unpacking our own job search chaos, listener horror stories, and why the hiring system is as broken as our will to send another cover letter. Buckle up—this one’s a ride.In This Episode:Job offers are toxic. Don’t get attached. Rejection? Not pers...2025-03-261h 00LinkedOutSyd and Brit Roast the Job Market with Joe FentiThis week we’re talking to Joe Fenti—comedian, content creator, and the guy who applied to 200 jobs on LinkedIn and got zero responses (relatable, right?). Joe ditched the corporate grind to pursue comedy full-time, and now he’s cracking jokes about insufferable bosses and the absurdity of job hunting on LinkedIn. We dive into how he balances stand-up with social media, why creative contracts make or break a brand deal, and the surprising lessons he learned after accidentally competing in a drag queen show at age 10.Discover:Drag, but make it accidental – Yes, Joe’s first stag...2025-03-1952 minLinkedOutSyd and Brit Present: A Corporate Horror StoryWorkplace horror story incoming! Syd and Brit are joined by special guest Pete Langway to break down the wild saga of Ashley, a marketing employee just trying to survive corporate chaos. Between her toxic boss (hi, Eric), office crush, and viral fanfiction, Ashley’s journey takes a turn no one saw coming. We’re talking HR nightmares, workplace gossip gone wrong, and the fine line between venting and getting fired. Buckle up, besties—this one’s a rollercoaster.Discover:Marketing firm or psychological thriller? You decide. Eric is the WORST. Like, truly.Ashley writes fanfiction—and let’s just...2025-03-121h 07LinkedOutSyd and Brit Shoot Their ShotWe found a real one, and we’re gatekeeping—just a little. We talk about finally finding a good recruiter and what that actually looks like compared to all the duds sliding into your LinkedIn comments and DMs. Okay, so this episode isn’t exactly groundbreaking, but sometimes the only things that happen during unemployment are interviews and getting dragged to a destination wedding you can extend by two extra days—because, well, no job.Discover:We’re back and we’re yappin’Surprise! Offer letters are now meaningless Some interesting advice to follow after you accept the gig...2025-03-051h 06LinkedOutSyd and Brit Light the MatchWe’re burning it all down… still! But today, we’re reading our first ever on air interview horror story emailed directly from new outtie Jessica. We regale you with our most recent Linkedin drama, talk about all the government layoffs and share some exciting news for LinkedOut! Let’s gooooooo!Discover:Build your brand with honesty; get your job with liesPeople are afraid of one of us (guess who?)Sometimes it pays to be the squeaky wheelPutting the system, not the people, on blast LinkedIn is the weirdest social media platform ever VHS tapes + Arnold Schwarze...2025-02-261h 03LinkedOutSyd and Brit Take the LThe letter of the week is, apparently, L. L for losing our shit. L for taking an L on LinkedIn. L for laughing maniacally. L for lots of thoughts and feelings. Ok, you get the picture! We’re talking our shit per usual and burning it down. Buckle up, besties. Discover:New listeners in unlikely placesYappin’ for changeGoing LinkedIn viral lolJamie Dimon, the billionaire CEO of Chase, says get f*ckedRecruiters asking the wrong questionsThat one Super Bowl commercialA little advice for our employed friends New fan nickname idea…!2025-02-191h 06LinkedOutSyd and Brit Interrogate a RecruiterCan you believe it? We actually got a recruiter on the line! And tbh this episode might actually help you get a job (which we know is somewhat off brand). We’re asking Gabe the Recruiter all of our burning questions and he’s not shying away from any of them. We stan!Discover:Recruiting tears, sorry, tiers*F*ck a cover letterRecruiting is a cultIs there such a thing as a “bad” candidate?ATS! AI! SOS!#NotAllRecruitersWhy recruiters do LinkedIn cattle calls Employers fake hiring to get free work sighHelp us help you! “Ask a Recruiter”...2025-02-121h 29LinkedOutSyd and Brit Interrogate a RecruiterCan you believe it? We actually got a recruiter on the line! And tbh this episode might actually help you get a job (which we know is somewhat off brand). We’re asking Gabe the Recruiter all of our burning questions and he’s not shying away from any of them. We stan!Discover:Recruiting tears, sorry, tiers*F*ck a cover letterRecruiting is a cultIs there such a thing as a “bad” candidate?ATS! AI! SOS!#NotAllRecruitersWhy recruiters do LinkedIn cattle calls Employers fake hiring to get free work sighHelp us help you! “Ask a Recruiter”...2025-02-121h 30LinkedOutSyd and Brit Tell It Like It IsWe’re covering a lot of ground this week, both metaphorically and literally. The TikTok economy, AI ruminations, the lost art of subtlety, internet gems, and new hobbies – what won’t these b*tches talk about? Also, a word of advice: do as we say not as we do… or just do whatever you want and let us know how it works out. Nothing matters weeee!Discover:Our official petition to bring back MySpaceWYR: be stuck in a toxic job or be unemployed?AI don’t think we’re using this rightDigital panhandling on LinkedIn: a bleak sign o...2025-02-051h 04LinkedOutSyd and Brit Need a WinIt’s out with the old year, in with the new... rejections? Coming to you live from our first “business” trip, we’re taking stock of what we’ve learned in 2024 and heading into 2025 with clear eyes and full hearts (begrudgingly). Discover:The interview feedback you’ll never get Why you probably shouldn’t sign that severance packageAn ode to RedditLegislators taking note of ghost jobs (finally)To rapid fire apply or not?Our new reality TV pod idea Are we journalists now?Coach Taylor vibes The symptoms of using LinkedIn 2025-01-291h 02LinkedOutSyd and Brit Confirm Their Biases with GarenShaking things up with Garen Orr! Garen’s path from touring musician to music supervisor unfortunately included a pit stop on LinkedIn. Like so many of us, he started experimenting with it in college. And we’re taking our metaphors to new heights (possibly lows), laughing amidst the turmoil, and finding pivot inspo in unlikely places.Discover:The ick factor of self-promotion on LinkedInOnce again it’s not what you know but who Don’t lose your IP in the cattle calls Resume coaches will hoodwink you every timeIs there a thirstier platform than LinkedIn? Unequivocally no.Negot...2025-01-2256 min
LinkedOutSyd and Brit Don’t Care Who’s LookingCircling back is so last year. We’re circling forward and chipping away at the behemoth iceberg that is corporate greed, false metrics, and the impending doom of white collar employment. Fun! Is everyone else using LinkedIn to look up their exes and other random people from their pasts? No? Ok, cool. And if you’re paying for that gold badge, is it worth it? Speaking of money, we’re ready to start shilling!Discover:Fantasizing about normal life “The Rot Economy” by Ed Zitron More LinkedIn career hacks aka buy my masterclass Where have all the good r...2025-01-151h 12
LinkedOutSyd and Brit Follow the MoneySyd and Brit unpack the strangest interview questions to date. And, as preliminary requirements get more and more demanding, companies are squeezing more and more free labor out of candidates to ensure they’re “right for the job.” Also the weekly job follow up on yet another rejection to realize things like, maybe don’t wait for a job and just make your own. Because jobs come and go but friends are forever, awww.Discover:Jobs asking you to pay to take a personality test? Personally I don’t want toThe weirdest job interview question everShould you lie on...2025-01-0857 min
LinkedOutSyd and Brit Are Holi-Dazed and ConfusedSyd and Brit discuss how to navigate awkward job conversations with your fam, both extended and immediate. They also get into their weekly job rejection check ins, more insights on why LinkedIn is the absolute worst, and some hard truths on the realities of unemployment. Discover:Navigating family job intrusionBending the truth so you don’t bring down the function You wanna talk finances?Are portfolio schools still a good idea?The market is as cooked as a Thanksgiving turkeyTrying really hard not to name namesWhy you should never be too open with recruitersGetting really real ab...2025-01-021h 02
LinkedOutSyd and Brit Are Going to Hell (and Back)Syd and Brit are still wondering how people get jobs, and are getting better at making a podcast? You tell us. No, really. Tell us. Getting deeper into why you shouldn’t show all your cards aka enter your social security number into a job application, and lamenting the days of finding a job IRL. Discover:Is TrustPilot trustworthy? Who can we trust?Brit can’t get a word in with an interviewerMore interviewing and dating parallelsObvi LinkedIn sucks it’s owned by MicrosoftWords to live by from a real housewife Another day, another job scam The in...2024-12-261h 10
LinkedOutSyd and Brit Are Losing Sleep Over Circling BackWe’re still begrudgingly applying to jobs (well, Brit is at least) and putting on our fakest smiles for interviews. Call it field research! Looking for some hot negotiating tips? We have some really obvious ones. And whatever you do, just remember: recruiters are not your friends. Discover:A wholesome interaction with a (debatably) A-list celebA very brief history of processed food & women in the workforce To garden or not to garden?Syd gets closer to a job…but will it actually happen?People are born everyday and yet employers continue to punish birthing people #makeitmakesenseScared mone...2024-12-181h 13
LinkedOutSyd and Brit Go Down the Rabbit HoleSyd and Brit go a little further down the LinkedIn rabbithole when they discover just how much money LinkedIn rakes in from corporate subscriptions. LinkedIn may benefit more from you being unemployed. If you get a job, they lose your engagement. Diabolical. Discover: A cold bitch crying over the joys of motherhood Trading a dog for a pack of cigarettes LinkedIn is making billions from company subscriptions and we’re all getting screwed Getting auto-rejected for an internship when you have nearly a decade of experienceTrying to “get it up” for your bajillionth job interview Being a slut...2024-12-111h 18
LinkedOutSyd and Brit Turn Fetishes into JobsSyd and Brit dive into the weirdest jobs they’ve ever had while delving deeper into the job search, sharing some new developments on recruiters and the tactics companies use to reel in potential suckers—I mean, applicants. They uncover some unexpected stats and wrap things up on a high note.Discover: Bachelorette parties are both a job and a scam Some people think their jobs are more important than they are You’re not Tree PaineGetting into the odd jobs of it all More dunking on LinkedIn, man we really hate LinkedIn The longer you’re unemp...2024-12-111h 07
LinkedOutSyd and Brit Get ScammedSyd and Brit recount their last week of hopeless job hunting. If looking for a job wasn’t bad enough, now we have ghost jobs and job scams to worry about. This podcast still won’t help you get a job but it can help you recognize ghost jobs and scam jobs. Discover: Diving headfirst into momhoodGetting our hearts broken and our dreams crushed with one single email Busting job scams wide open and how to avoid getting gotDunk on capitalism and creative directors Exploring ghost jobs, rebranding to mirage jobs Tales from unemployment r/recruitinghell Redd...2024-12-111h 14