I Work With A Nightmare
38 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -At some point in our life we will work with someone who makes going to work a living hell. Someone so difficult and intense that we become riddled with anxiety and stress.
Sam Blacker gets people to anonymously share their stories of the truly worst possible coworkers and bosses and retells it with names and some details changed.
And while some parts are changed, the one thing that remains the same is that the truly nightmarish coworkers can be found in any job.
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Episodes
When the Nightmares enable each other
April 21, 2021 19:20 - 11 minutes - 16 MBAll was fine for Krisell at her job until she returned from maternity leave. Then she slowly discovered the multiple layers of nightmares working within the company. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare slowly pushes your boundaries
March 24, 2021 12:00 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBWhen Carol started working at her knew job she wasn't prepared for her bosses slow assault on her boundaries. Pushing too far, then stopping, then pushing further the next time until Carol reached breaking point. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare is obsessed with power
March 10, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes - 17 MBAlmost a decade ago Jay started a new job, and found himself trapped with an employer who seemed to love the intimidation and power games of control Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
When the Nightmare is obsessed with power
March 10, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes - 17 MBAlmost a decade ago Jay started a new job, and found himself trapped with an employer who seemed to love the intimidation and power games of control Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the nightmare won't let you leave
February 25, 2021 12:00 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MBDoctor Aiman worked hard to study in her medical field, but when she was confronted by a nightmare boss she was not prepared for how totally he intended to destroy her career. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare comes back
February 10, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MBSamantha managed to escape from a nightmare boss but was not prepared for when they reappeared in her life. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare does not care for your health
January 27, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes - 15.7 MBLinda started a new job and slowly it became clear her managers did not care about her health, until she ended up being sent to the emergency department. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Extra: Pete Havel's advice on 'When the Nightmare wants your job"
January 20, 2021 12:00 - 7 minutes - 9.71 MBPete Havel offers advice on what to do in a situation like the story in 'When the Nightmare wants your job" Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare is obsessed with you
January 13, 2021 12:00 - 7 minutes - 9.9 MBTrixie met Maria on the job and was quickly overwhelmed when her coworkers bubbly personality became far more invasive and inappropriate. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare goes after your friend
December 16, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MBKathy watched for years as Laura-Leigh scared off other employees, but she truly felt powerless when Laura-Leigh targeted her friend. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Extra: Pete Havel's advice on 'When the Nightmare is the entire workplace'
December 09, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 8.11 MBMary found herself working for a company that changed names regularly and was clearly up to illegal stuff. Expert Pete Havel shares what he thinks could be done in this situation. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare gets physical
December 02, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MBLiz's boss Barbara become emotionally and verbally abusive early on, but while this scared liz, she was not prepared for how much further her nightmare boss would take things. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Extra: Pete Havel's advice on 'When the Nightmare gets help'
November 25, 2020 12:00 - 5 minutes - 7.91 MBSandy found herself trapped in a situation where her boss was causing psychological abuse, but her financial support company was supporting her boss. Pete Havel gives his advice on her situation. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare works in a good workplace
November 18, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MBWhen Claire moved across the world to a whole other country her co-worker Lisa tried to make things difficult. Unfortunately for Lisa, it turned out that this was actually a good work place. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Extra: Pete Havel gives advice on episode 9
November 12, 2020 02:32 - 6 minutes - 8.6 MBIn 'When the Nightmare blames all their mistakes on you" Beck revealed she worked for a cafe owner who was truly toxic. In this mini episode, workplace advisor Pete Havel gives his advice on what to do in a similar situation. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare scares the boss
November 04, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 23.7 MBPete Havel describes the co-worker so toxic, vengeful and soulless that she inspired his book The Arsonist In The office. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare LOVES high school drama
October 21, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 23.6 MBWhen Beth started her job at the gym she was a bit hesitant of Abigail and it turned out she had right to be. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare is hiding a massive secret
October 07, 2020 12:00 - 20 minutes - 28 MBElizabeth started a new marketing job to promote an upcoming children's TV show. She was not prepared for the bombshell secrets her boss was hiding. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare wants to get rid of you
September 23, 2020 20:36 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MBRachel started her new job as a real estate assistant. She was not ready for the cold hearted approach her boss took to manipulating and sabotaging her Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Extra: The damage of a Nightmare
September 16, 2020 12:00 - 4 minutes - 6.47 MBThe last few episodes have shown the very real damage that Nightmares can cause to our mental health, but what can be done? Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare is the 'fun' guy at work
September 09, 2020 12:00 - 9 minutes - 13.1 MBWhen Alicia's fun friendly co-worker Rob was promoted to the position of manager she was not prepared for the nightmare he would become. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare is your Mentor
August 26, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBStacey started working in her dream job, but was not prepared for the trauma inducing abuse her mentor would unleash upon her. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare sets lots of crazy rules
August 12, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutes - 24.2 MBWhen Eliza started her part time marketing job she was not prepared for the constant, boundary pushing rules her bosses would set in order to keep her off balance, under control and unable to questions their unethical and illegal behaviour. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare blames their mistakes on you
July 29, 2020 12:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBWhen Beck started a new job helping a business owner launch their new cafe was not prepared for the mind games, verbal abuse and public humiliation that would follow. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When The Nightmare drags you into their toxic life
July 15, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MBCalvin was just 21 when he started at his new job, and when he befriended his much older co-worker Jane he had no idea of the toxic, manipulative behaviour she would use to control him and destroy other people's lives and marriages. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare wants your job
July 01, 2020 12:07 - 10 minutes - 14.4 MBWhen Louise started her new job, she had no idea of the depths her jealous, nightmare co-worker would stoop to in an attempt to get her job. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare is your friend
June 17, 2020 12:00 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MBAlex was 19 when the new guy started at her workplace. He was nice, friendly and normal, but that was all hiding something much darker. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare is wildly unpredictable
June 03, 2020 12:00 - 7 minutes - 9.65 MBWhen Linda started her new job with little experience, she had no idea how the sudden, violent mood swings of one co-worker would leave her feeling on edge and unsafe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare is wildly unpredictable
June 03, 2020 12:00 - 7 minutes - 9.65 MBWhen Linda started her new job with little experience, she had no idea how the sudden, violent mood swings of one co-worker would leave her feeling on edge and unsafe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
When the Nightmare gets help
May 20, 2020 12:00 - 10 minutes - 15 MBWhen Sandy started her new job she didn't expect how manipulative and aggressive her boss would get. She also didn't expect that her jobseeker program would side with her boss and make it almost impossible to leave. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Extra: Do you work with a Nightmare?
May 14, 2020 08:23 - 2 minutes - 2.82 MBWaiting for more stories? Here's a taste of what is still to come, and a chance to share your stories too. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the nightmare gets an audience
May 06, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 16.6 MBWhen Alice started working for a theatre company she never imagined being screamed at and abused while over 100 people watched on. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
When the Nightmare gets an audience
May 06, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 16.6 MBWhen Alice started working for a theatre company she never imagined being screamed at and abused while over 100 people watched on. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the Nightmare wants your money
May 06, 2020 12:00 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MBWhen Hayley started a job out of school she could never predict how her bosses actions would drag her into a world of theft, deceit and adultery on a massive scale. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the nightmare wants your money
May 06, 2020 12:00 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MBWhen Hayley started a job out of school could never predict how her bosses actions would drag her into a world of theft, deceit and adultery on a massive scale. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
When the Nightmare is the entire workplace
May 06, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MBMary was desperate for work but when she walked into her new job she never expected the how chaotic and toxic her bosses, the people the bosses enabled and the very job itself would end up being. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When the nightmare is the entire workplace
May 06, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MBMary was desperate for work but when she walked into her new job she never expected the how chaotic and toxic her bosses, the people the bosses enabled and the very job itself would end up being. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
What is 'I Work With A Nightmare'?
May 01, 2020 03:21 - 1 minute - 1.59 MBFrom Sam Blacker comes 'I Work With A Nightmare', a podcast about the truly worst people to work with. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/i-work-with-a-nightmare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.