Episodes

  • The Tables Turned On Randy Freking

    The Tables Turned On Randy Freking
    Jul 12 2021
    In this bonus episode, Randy Freking discusses his career as a lawyer, the people that influenced him, the pros and cons of the practice of employment law, and his recent decision to retire. Freaking Out About Work is the podcast that examines the American workplace. Experts in the field will discuss trends, recent developments affecting workers and working, as well as the legal rights and responsibilities of employees, whether minimum wage, blue collar, white collar, or executive level employees and independent contractors.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Working with Superheroes

    Working with Superheroes
    Feb 22 2021
    A 34 year veteran of the Cincinnati Police Department, Captain Jeff Butler discusses working with superheroes on the force, the challenges of working the beat, his years working undercover, and the thin blue line. Freaking Out About Work is the podcast that examines the American workplace. Experts in the field will discuss trends, recent developments affecting workers and working, as well as the legal rights and responsibilities of employees, whether minimum wage, blue collar, white collar, or executive level employees and independent contractors.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • The Value Of A Tap On The Shoulder

    The Value Of A Tap On The Shoulder
    Feb 8 2021
    Christine Watkins talks about the ups and downs of working life, the effects of family disruptions, and the incredible value of a tap on the shoulder of someone to encourage him or her to accept a new challenge. Freaking Out About Work is the podcast that examines the American workplace. Experts in the field will discuss trends, recent developments affecting workers and working, as well as the legal rights and responsibilities of employees, whether minimum wage, blue collar, white collar, or executive level employees and independent contractors.
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    53 mins
  • A Covid-19 Side Effect: The Resurgence of Ageism

    A Covid-19 Side Effect: The Resurgence of Ageism
    Jan 25 2021
    As older people try to survive the challenges during the COVID 19 pandemic, Dr. Medeiros discussed a deadly side effect of the virus: a heightened incidence of ageist practices. This side effect has implications for older workers who already face the prospect of age discrimination by employers. Recent layoffs in America have often disproportionately impacted those older workers. Dr. Medeiros explains how older people are increasingly not valued and how many of them don’t want to claim their old age status. Freaking Out About Work is the podcast that examines the American workplace. Experts in the field will discuss trends, recent developments affecting workers and working, as well as the legal rights and responsibilities of employees, whether minimum wage, blue collar, white collar, or executive level employees and independent contractors.
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    51 mins
  • Working at Disney

    Working at Disney
    Jan 11 2021
    In this episode, an engaging Maggie Moore discusses her recent employment at a magical place that many people may fantasize about: The Magic Kingdom in Orlando. It is also a place mired in controversy about their pay practices. Maggie talks about how she landed at Disney, her experiences as a server and later a guide on the Jungle Cruise, and her continued admiration of her supervisors and coworkers. Ms. Moore also reveals her and her coworkers’ reaction to the pay controversy. Freaking Out About Work is the podcast that examines the American workplace. Experts in the field will discuss trends, recent developments affecting workers and working, as well as the legal rights and responsibilities of employees, whether minimum wage, blue collar, white collar, or executive level employees and independent contractors.
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    34 mins
  • Finding The Right Lawyer

    Finding The Right Lawyer
    Dec 21 2020
    Most people never need a lawyer, except for a will or estate planning. In this episode, George Reul will talk about the best way to find a lawyer for your situation, from internet research to other methods. George will also discuss how to pay your lawyer, and what you should expect from your lawyer after she is hired by you. Freaking Out About Work is the podcast that examines the American workplace. Experts in the field will discuss trends, recent developments affecting workers and working, as well as the legal rights and responsibilities of employees, whether minimum wage, blue collar, white collar, or executive level employees and independent contractors.
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    49 mins
  • A Career As a Server: Red Fox Grill’s Emma Watson Reflects On Her 36 Year Career

    A Career As a Server: Red Fox Grill’s Emma Watson Reflects On Her 36 Year Career
    Dec 7 2020
    In this episode, a nearly lifelong server reveals some of the secrets to her 36 years of success as a server, including the importance of respect from customers and ownership alike. Freaking Out About Work is the podcast that examines the American workplace. Experts in the field will discuss trends, recent developments affecting workers and working, as well as the legal rights and responsibilities of employees, whether minimum wage, blue collar, white collar, or executive level employees and independent contractors.
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    38 mins
  • Congratulations Madam Sheriff

    Congratulations Madam Sheriff
    Nov 18 2020
    In this episode, newly elected sheriff of Hamilton County, Ohio, Charmaine McGuffey, talks about her life, the influencers in her life, and the challenges that she has faced during her law-enforcement career. Editing notes: Start the episode with the answer by Charmaine that starts with5:10 left in the episode until 3:30, then do standard intro. Freaking Out About Work is the podcast that examines the American workplace. Experts in the field will discuss trends, recent developments affecting workers and working, as well as the legal rights and responsibilities of employees, whether minimum wage, blue collar, white collar, or executive level employees and independent contractors.
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    56 mins