Karma Stories

This episode features five satisfying tales of malicious compliance where employees and customers fight back. Listen to how a forgotten PTO policy loophole is weaponized against an unreasonable boss, instantly causing corporate chaos. Other stories involve a meticulous employee who strictly follows a new, flawed process using complex forms, leading to a complete system failure. Finally, a series o...

From being wrongly accused of theft by a frantic neighbor to an ongoing feud with a musician playing the same three chords all night, this episode is about neighbors pushing too far. The final story details one person's breaking point after being kept awake repeatedly by their upstairs unit's explicit late-night soundtrack.

This episode dives into some of Reddit’s most unforgettable tales of kindness and humanity. From small moments that changed lives to the legendary “Today You, Tomorrow Me” story that’s still talked about years later, it’s a reminder of how powerful simple compassion can be. These stories will make you stop and think about the impact one person can have on another. Sit back, relax, and let these he...

This episode dives into four unbelievable tales of workplace revenge and malicious compliance where managers learn hard lessons. Hear how a passive-aggressive daycare manager's parking demands lead to an instant, expensive, and hilarious act of self-entitled exclusion. Plus, a bragging manager who believes he's a sales genius gets humiliated in a challenge against his own team. Finally, di...

In this episode, we dive into the frustrating world of AV setups and time code mismatches, the woes of fixing an ancient Apple G4 iBook, the chaos of network terminators, and the scary consequences of pulling the plug on an Exchange server. Plus, hear about HR mishaps leading to near HIPAA violations and the eccentric decisions of a company owner who denies upgrades to deserving employees. Join us...

In today's episode, we dive into some wild relationship stories. The first story features a boyfriend struggling with his girlfriend's rude and self-centered behavior in public. From cutting in line at an elevator to driving dangerously, her actions are causing major embarrassment and concern. The second tale centers around wedding drama, where a bride-to-be is stressed about inviting her...

In this episode, we explore a variety of compelling workplace stories. From a cafe worker who smartly handles a demanding customer to an employee whose compliance with a boss's unreasonable order sparks unexpected consequences. Other tales include a creative response to a tricky office burnout situation, a condo manager calling out a board president over a contradictory email, and some clever...

In this episode, we delve into harrowing tales of incompetent and malicious leadership. From a callous Director of Nursing at a state prison who discards patient requests, to egotistical managers in the consumer paper and army sectors, and a petty manager at a boba shop, these stories highlight the impact of poor management on employees and operations. Despite the challenges, the employees reveal...

In this episode, we dive into several intriguing stories shared by users about their unexpected encounters while working. We start with a bartender who faces a rowdy crowd that doesn't believe she works there, then move to a digital shopper at Walmart who gets mistaken for an employee on her day off. We also hear about a liquor store employee dealing with a persistent customer in an employees-...

In this episode, we dive into a series of humorous and perplexing stories where individuals are mistaken for employees at various stores and restaurants. From metalheads being mistaken for retail workers to chefs being asked to seat restaurant guests, these stories highlight the odd situations people find themselves in when they're wrongly assumed to work somewhere. We also touch on experience...

In this episode, we delve into a bizarre workplace scenario where a boss demands updated medical histories from employees following a tragic event. The story unfolds through the experiences of a friend's colleague who passed away at work, leading the boss to impose stringent and questionable policies supposedly to prevent future incidents. Despite his misguided intentions and eventual attempt...

In this episode of Karma Stories, Rob shares entertaining tales from the Malicious Compliance subreddit. From a dedicated employee turning the tables on a demanding boss to a custodian cleverly teaching a manager a lesson, these stories highlight the art of following absurd instructions to the letter. Plus, hear about Sam, an elderly lady who gets some well-deserved payback for her neglectful fami...

Rob returns after a health scare to share wild stories from the tech support world. He starts with a tale of a user attempting to access a deceased colleague's account, leading to regulatory hurdles. Next, Rob recounts the frustrations of a client endlessly complicating a call tree update request. An intense story follows, involving a staff member caught trying to sell company data, ending in...

In this gripping episode, we follow the story of a single mom who faces a terrifying situation when her son's friend's parents attempt to adopt him. From navigating precarious living situations to fighting for her child's safety, this journey is filled with emotional twists and turns. The mom details her struggles and eventual triumph as she takes advice from supporters and makes signi...

In today's video, we dive into compelling stories of sales and workplace drama. From a former Circuit City employee who learns the value of not prejudging customers, to a meticulous IT professional following a manager's strict documentation orders. Plus, tales of military hierarchy and the consequences of poorly thought-out policies. Watch as sales, management, and compliance stories unfol...

In this episode of Karma Stories, host Rob shares some outrageous tales from the Malicious Compliance subreddit. From a train yard story where a manager insists on following an ineffective safety manual, to an employee's petty war over 'corporate-approved' uniforms, and a military tale of cleaning a van under extreme heat conditions—these stories highlight the humorous yet maddening ex...

Four different acts of malicious compliance underscore what happens when authority figures make poorly considered demands. Across these stories, employees and customers alike challenge ill-informed instructions, whether by weaponizing labor laws against a new IT manager's rigid work schedule or by using a "null encryption" scheme to literally wipe a scam company's payment data. O...

Enjoy a 3 Hour compilation of Tales From Tech Support stories! These stories have IT deal with some of the DUMBEST people, so much so that you'll wonder how they ever got jobs working with computers in the first place!

Welcome to a Compilation of Malicious Compliance episodes from the Karma Stories Channel! 3 Hours of r/MaliciousCompliance for your commute, work day or while you're around the house!

This episode features five tales of malicious compliance where people follow ill-conceived rules or demands to the letter, much to the chagrin of the person who made them. You'll hear about a graphic designer who overwhelms a micromanaging boss by delivering exactly what was asked for, a student who takes the nuclear option on a group project to punish lazy teammates, and an IT worker who cras...

This episode features several tales of malicious compliance where employees follow poor directives to the letter. You'll hear from a remote worker who stops working entirely after their manager repeatedly blocks their tasks, leaving them with paid time off. Another story involves a retail worker who takes a sarcastic challenge seriously, calling the Fire Department on their own store to addres...

This episode of Karma Stories serves up four unforgettable tales from the world of retail. You'll hear about a few hilarious customer encounters, from a demanding customer to a woman trying to return a bag of very old food. The episode also features a touching moment between two strangers and a satisfying tale of karma that's years in the making. It's a mix of laughs, heart, and sweet...

In this episode of Karma Stories, we dive into two separate dilemmas that explore the complexities of loyalty, honesty, and relationships. First, we tackle the thorny question: should you tell a friend's partner they cheated , even if it means losing the friendship forever? Then, we examine the fallout when a long-term partner discovers their significant other hid a crucial part of their past,...

A mild-mannered man with a clipboard and a business suit finds himself in the middle of a bizarre confrontation at a convenience store. But that’s just the beginning. This episode is packed with stories of mistaken identity, from a man confused for a bouncer at a bar to a shopper accused of “confusing everyone” with her keys. The episode also features a wife mistaken for a nurse and a phone number...

This episode features several tales of employees turning the tables on unreasonable bosses through malicious compliance . Hear how a liquor store employee handles a lazy coworker's demands and how a veteran railroad worker uses a new "no overtime" rule to his advantage. You’ll also learn about a pharmacy employee who is paid for two years after being fired for following her manager&#...