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45 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsSimon and Vivek talk about tech, work life, and jobs.
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Corporate Comedy Retreat
August 30, 2020 18:00 - 56 minutes - 78.2 MBI'm using a fresh, simpler Podbean to upload this episode. We're back again after a long time. We just do this whenever now. We talk about a corporate comedy thing we did and got paid for. Then we talk about more corporate comedy. Then we talk about NYC is dead... Or is it?
Quibi Again
July 14, 2020 17:03 - 47 minutes - 65 MBBack again I know everyone was wondering about it. It of course being the show. We talk about Quibi again and how this stuff sucks actually. Kanye runs for president and we sort of talk about it but chalk it up to being a dumb stunt. And also we give our picks for worst spots in NYC which is old now but whatever.
Interview with Howie Hawkins
June 27, 2020 02:53 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MBWe chat with the presidential candidate, Howie Hawkins. We talk about Corona, Joe Biden, the Green New Deal, and socializing/breaking up big tech. Check out Howie's platform summary here.
Alt Takes
June 15, 2020 18:27 - 53 minutes - 73.5 MBWe talk about the ongoing protests. Also, we delve into the current media climate and expose our schadenfreude of people getting canceled. Even though those people did deserve, you still love to see it. Then we do something that we never do on this podcast and talk about comedy, specifically the difference between alt-comics and club comics and the shitty underbelly of both worlds. Donate to a bail fund.
The Protests
June 05, 2020 22:47 - 48 minutes - 65.9 MBWe talk about the protests in response to the murder of George Floyd. See below for some places to donate: Reclaim The Block Brooklyn Bail Fund (make sure to check if they are still receiving donations)
MXXXASH12 Musk
May 15, 2020 14:56 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MBWe talk about Elon Musk reopening his factory and also having an insanely named child. Then we delve into the Twitter work from home proclamation made by Jack Dorsey. We end by talking about The Last Dance and perhaps the most toxic workplace ever, the 90s Bulls.
$25,000 Fridge Life
May 09, 2020 23:36 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBWe talk about Nancy Pelosi's fridge. We also talk about how doctors in Russia are falling out of windows. And we end on a classic bad job post. We love it, folks.
Please Hold w/ Melvin Taylor II
April 30, 2020 18:16 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBWe have a guest again. It's Melvin Taylor II. He's a radio broadcaster, actor, writer, he does it all. He recently was featured (lol featured as though it was about a good thing) in the New York Times article about unemployment. We talk about his experience trying to access his unemployment benefits during Corona. We also talk about other stuff too. The New York Times article is here: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/17/nyregion/coronavirus-pandemic-unemployment-assistance-ny-delays.html ...
Pestilence Movie Picks
April 28, 2020 17:50 - 42 minutes - 57.9 MBKeeping in line with our new Tired Podcast Formats Series, we dive into the best films and TV shows to watch to keep you occupied during the plague years. We each give out four picks. Sort of like a Mount Rushmore. That's something we came up with independently. Lol just kidding.
Coromance
April 18, 2020 20:10 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBWe talk relationship advice for the quarantine. Both of us have girlfriends. Vivek is doing long distance. My girlfriend and I are at each other's throats. We discuss how to get along with your SO while locked down for eternity.
2020 Quarantine House Draft
April 09, 2020 19:16 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBWe're back. We do a fun gimmick that has been done before on sports radio a million but we're doing it now so whatever. It's a draft. We pick our quarantine house from six different categories. What are the categories? You'll have to listen to find out. I think it's within the first two or three minutes so you don't have to listen to the full thing. Take a listen, check us out. Love you. Peace.
Corona Files Ep. 3
April 06, 2020 18:45 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MBWe talk about the virus again. It's depressing. We have a new segment called last words. I think the title's pretty clever. I want to make like a cool stinger for it. We also chat about what it is like interviewing and job hunting in the time of Corona. Not great. Also, we have a chat about what the world will be like after this. The answer will not surprise you. It's gonna suck!
Corona Files Ep. 2
April 02, 2020 17:24 - 38 minutes - 52.9 MBThis is another episode. We're doing them more now. As some factories prep for the production of ventilators, so too does our factory prep, but for podcasts! We talk about some horrific news stories coming out of the world. What's going on? Can 2020 be over? Someone better unplug 2020 and plug it back in. Turns out Idiocracy was actually a documentary maybe? hahaha. lol jk though. We talk about some stories, have some fun at the expense of the God-fearing among us, and talk Spongebob baby. T...
Corona Files Ep. 1
March 31, 2020 18:37 - 25 minutes - 35 MBWe're back. Vivek is recording from his New Jersey bunker. I am recording from a recently conquered military checkpoint. We are both alive and well and hope you are too. This is the first episode in what we hope to be a series of shorter episodes uploaded with more frequency. This is a general chat about Corona, but soon, very soon, we will be tackling news stories and doing the thing where we talk about jobs or whatever. #draftmarbury
We have a guest again w/ Rajiv Satyal
February 27, 2020 22:11 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MBComedian, writer, and actor Rajiv Satyal joins us in the studio which this week means Vivek's apartment. We talk about Rajiv's work history, transitioning from brand managing to comedy, and Fiji water. There's a lot of great tips in here, including one that I am using myself. Try to guess which of Rajiv's tips I'm using and email us at [email protected] for a chance to win an all-expenses-paid vacation to Universal Orlando Resorts. Check out Rajiv's website here
Dont doubt ur vibe
February 13, 2020 21:02 - 1 hour - 84 MBWell, I got laid off. It sucks and I talk about it. We offer a couple of political takes. They are lukewarm. This was recorded over Discord and it kinda sucked s***. I edited it as much as I could but there may be some parts when you're like, "What???" So just be warned. We also talk about Bill Simmons THE $200 Million Dollar Man. A little Dave Portnoy too. Here's the link to the NYT article about Yang Musk's song is inserted in there I'm not linking it. Here's my commercial review G...
2020 Boys and we're back at it
January 10, 2020 01:19 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MBWe're back. We go through a New York Times article telling us 8 ways to work smarter in 2020. Are the way actually that smart? Listen to find out. Or you could read the article, but reading was left behind in 2019. 2020 is the year of the cast. Also, Vivek gives a really good tip about job interviews and he's a guru now. Also, 2020 is a new year which means we're back lurking on Reddit for bad job posts. NYT Article Midroll Song: Japanese Breakfast, Everybody Wants To Love You Outro So...
Starting Beef with Bill Simmons's Nephew
December 19, 2019 23:55 - 59 minutes - 82 MBWe start a rap beef with CEO of The Ringer Bill Simmons's nephew. We also talk about a former Info Wars employee who wrote a piece in the New York Times about working at Info Wars. Is it Info Wars or Infowars? I don't know and also do not care. I'm tired and do not want to be writing this description. But I have to because podcasting is my passion and I want to learn more about the industry. Also, Vivek a harrowing tale about an ambulance ride and the Sopranos character who tried to mak...
Turkey Talk and Talkin' Tesla
November 29, 2019 20:43 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBWe recorded remotely as Vivek is hunting Sasquatch, but he found a couple of minutes to do this episode. We talk about Christmas parties, M4A, and the new dumb Tesla truck.
Deadspin Autopsy with Giri Nathan
November 15, 2019 02:47 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBWe have a guest again. Also, it's in my apartment this time and Vivek had to swim across the river cause the trains were down. Giri Nathan is in the kitchen, which is my version of Marc Maron's garage but it smells better than that. He walks us through the recent goings-on at Deadspin, and by that, I mean how the company was gutted by a guy who looks like he'd be the villain in a frat movie. He walks us through his time there, what went wrong, and some general stuff about journalism, dig...
The Official I'm Schmacked Penn State Podcast
November 08, 2019 00:54 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBToday we're talking Quibi baby. All the Hollywood players are chomping at the bit to take a bit out of those bite-sized and vids and WE ARE HERE FOR IT. Also, I'm Schmacked is in the news, you hear about this? It sucks! Finally, we talk about a boss conducting experiments on his workers and it's not what you might think. Huh? That sounds interesting. I'll give it a listen is what you're saying. Thanks to everyone for the support love you peace.
Spooktacular Bootacular
October 31, 2019 23:36 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBIt's a solo sode, and we're talking about an eclectic mix of topics. Kanye's a Christian. Mark Zuckerberg is a sweaty boy with a Caesar cut. And there's a fun new way for management to track their employees! Take a listen, give us a like or I will track you down and force you to do it one way or another. Just kidding! It's Halloween and I was being a spookster.
Trending Towards Chad with Ronnie Miller
October 11, 2019 03:20 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBWe talk to comedian Ronnie Miller about working as an office manager. What type of seltzer water is the best? The answer may surprise you. Also, Ronnie tells us about the worst job she's ever had, and what it was like to work at Hooters. Follow Ronnie on Instagram here: @ronniemillercomedy
Working With Vivek With Tim Shaker
October 04, 2019 00:38 - 53 minutes - 73.4 MBThe second installment of our Instagram influencer series. This week we have comedian, dancer, and Instagram show host Tim Shaker. It's a very special episode because Tim works with Vivek. Those two boys commiserate about work while I try to purchase a nativity scene off eBay. Check out Tim's Instagram page here: @tpshake Follow us here: @ninetofivecast
Bad Vibes - Solo Episode
September 28, 2019 15:01 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBIt's a solo sode because we ran out of friends. We talk about WeWork, Gwyneth Paltrow's wacky cousin, and the nature of a post-fordist production system (just kidding).
Parental Control with Josh Sachs
September 19, 2019 23:30 - 1 hour - 86.4 MBJosh Sachs (@baldstache) joins us to talk about what it was like to be a young parent fresh out of college during the great recession (there's a happy ending). Josh also talks about the inspiration for his webcomics, which are great and everyone should check out. There were technical difficulties during this episode, but don't worry, Vivek already stuck a gun in mouth and threatened my life. Follow Josh on Instagram: @baldstache and check out his website (http://baldstache.com/) Follow...
Wilding Out in Midtown with Jacob Williams
September 13, 2019 00:29 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBThe kings of the cast talk to Comedian Jacob Williams about working on Wild n' Out. What it's like to tour the seas doing stand up on a cruise ship. Plus, how to balance day jobs with creative pursuits. You can check Jacob's tour dates here: http://jacobwilliamscomedy.com/band
Johnathan Appel's USO Tour
August 30, 2019 17:43 - 57 minutes - 79.1 MBWe talk to comedian, writer, and satirist Johnathan Appel. We chat about his worldwide tour of duty teaching English to children. He was also a consultant with Deloitte (I didn't check if that's spelled correctly). Listen to this episode and see if your name appears as we go down our list of enemies and knaves. Johnathan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/johnathanappel?lang=en You can email us your resume to review by sending it to [email protected]
Frying Chicken With Kyle Gordon
August 16, 2019 03:14 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBThe boys are joined by comedian and actor Kyle Gordon. We talk about WeWork losing money and becoming a company town/cult. Then, Kyle talks to us about his experience working as a cook for a fried chicken restaurant and a babysitter for d-list celebs. We also talk about union-busting, alt-right, super-bro David Portnoy.
Permission to use the Bathroom Sir With Paige Smith Hogan
August 08, 2019 23:47 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBThis week the kings of the cast have stand-up comedian Paige Smith Hogan on to talk some really bad job experiences. This is a really fun episode, and Paige has some of the very worst job experiences we've ever heard! Email us your job questions at [email protected]. Leave a negative review but give us 5 stars and we'll read the review live on the show!
Betches and Babes with Kimberly Dinaro
August 02, 2019 01:56 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MBThe kings of the cast talk to comedian and writer Kimberly Dinaro about her experience interviewing at Babe.net. We chat about Kimberly's article covering her brief time at the Babe.net offices, the downfall of former woke bae Aziz Ansari, and the hopelessness of the digital media landscape. Here's the link to Kim's article: https://betches.com/rip-babe-net-you-were-a-sloppy-party-and-im-still-hungover/ And here's the link to The Cut article that was referenced throughout the episode...
Gary Vaynerchuk Please Sue Us
July 26, 2019 00:25 - 55 minutes - 76.9 MBThe Kings of the Cast talk about and get into a beef with Linkedin grifter Gary Vaynerchuk. We deep dive into his background and talk about the pros and cons of a guy whose whole job is to make Youtube videos telling people that if they're not eating cardboard for every meal, they're not trying hard enough. Please, Gary, if you have a Google alert set for your name (and we all know you do) listen to this and then sue the shit out of us. We've been bad boys.
Delivering the goods with Fluke Human
July 18, 2019 22:17 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBThe Kings of the Cast are joined by comedian, writer, and musician Fluke Human. We talk about Fluke working for Postmates, Task Rabbit, and a fire department? Plus, another segment of The Porcelain King's Corner.
And Introducing Henry Winkler As Jeffery Epstein
July 12, 2019 02:26 - 1 hour - 86 MBThis one is a solo episode. The Kings of the Cast talk about Facebook Workplace, do a follow-up on Suze Orman, and talk about the Jeffery Epstein case. Henry Winkler should play him in a movie. Also, if you like Pizzagate listen to this and subscribe but be warned. We're Deepstate Daddies.
Working Much Harder Than Us with Melvin Taylor
July 03, 2019 10:16 - 1 hour - 95.4 MBThe kings of the cast are joined by Actor, Comedian, Radio Host and Youtuber Melvin Taylor. Melvin talks about what it takes to reach 10k subscribers on YouTube, how it sucks to get laid off, and networking. Also, we talk about Yang's bad performance at the debates, and there's some heavy basketball talk involved Brooklyn Nets 2020 NBA Champions Sly Fox is smiling down upon us from heaven. Check out Melvin's YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRWx2QIPkzIPIRx-ZnS6oyQ
Business Lunch 1 with Shenuque Tissera
June 19, 2019 23:06 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBToday the Kings of the Cast have become the Boys of Summer. Today we have on return guest Shenuque Tissera to talk about Suze Orman's can I speak to your manager financial advice. And, a new co-working space that's tearing up the scene. This is a different sort of episode! What little structure we had is out the window! It's shorter and more focused on two specific topics! We did not run out of guests to have on! In fact, people are chomping at the bit to be on the cast! Grain and coal p...
Columbus Moms With Orli Matlow
June 12, 2019 22:29 - 56 minutes - 78.2 MBThe Kings of the Sea bring on Orli Matlow to talk about her current job writing for Someecards, office bathrooms, and her beloved Toronto Raptor. Vivek may or may not chow down on some Chipotle during the episode. Also, we're sponsored by Columbia University now and we're both the Deans of Podcast Admissions.
State Secrets with Art Cai
June 05, 2019 22:06 - 1 hour - 91 MBThe kings of the cast are back after a week hiatus. We're joined by comedian Art Cai to talk about his work history, working for conmen, and Art shares some of the United States Government's biggest secrets. We also start some serious beef.
Getting Coffee in the Middle of the Episode with Perri Gross
May 22, 2019 23:03 - 1 hour - 96.6 MBThe kings of the cast bring on friend and comedian Perri Gross to talk about the rollercoaster ride that is her work history. We chat about how getting put on probation is basically like getting fired, how to dig yourself out of a bad job hole, and how improv classes can actually help you get jobs. Also, we also take a break in the middle of the episode to get coffee.
Talking Computers n' Stuff with Matt Aromando
May 16, 2019 22:11 - 1 hour - 94.8 MBThe kings of the cast are joined by comedian and podcaster Matt Aromando to talk about jobs. Vivek and Matt talk about smart guy computer stuff, and I knew exactly what they were talking about the whole entire time and I am as smart as them and no one can tell me otherwise.
Working with Kids with Jen Albanese
May 09, 2019 00:13 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBThe kings of the cast bring on improv and sketch comedian Jen Albanese to talk about how she used to work with me. We dish on the hot pre-school gossip, talk about her commute, and about a fancy article all of us definitely read.
Consulting and Bleeping Vivek With Alvin Kuai
May 02, 2019 02:12 - 1 hour - 93.2 MBWe talk to comedian Alvin Kuai about his former life as a consultant for a very good consulting firm and I definitely understand what consulting is and what makes a firm good. We also break down what may be the very worst job posting ever created. Follow Alvin on Instagram @alvinkuai for show dates.
Full Time George Lopez
April 25, 2019 13:16 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBThe kings of the cast talk to comedian Jason Piro about his work life. How sitting in a room watching TV all day might sound good, but surprise! It actually drives you insane. Also, we're sponsored by an Italian restaurant now.
Hiring and firing with Jackie Skinner
April 18, 2019 03:46 - 1 hour - 92 MBThe boys have Jackie Skinner in the studio to talk about hiring her first employee. We also talk about how I (Simon) should work at Starbucks and discuss some terrible recruiting posts.
Maisels are starting a cast baby
April 04, 2019 23:58 - 1 hour - 90.6 MBWe invite on our friend, Comedian Shenuque Tissera, to talk business baby. We talk Andrew Yang, bad job postings, and make Vivek a fun new Instagram. It's only the first episode and we're already kings of the cast, kings of the sea. This was actually the second episode recorded. The first will never see the light of day.