Demoted

Every show has a finale. Ours just includes LinkedIn endorsements and a walk down memory lane. I t’s the  Demoted  season finale, and we’ve got some hard-to-deliver news—plus one last corporate confession to soften the blow. We kick things off with an end-of-quarter blowout involving a questionable “implementation partner,” then reflect on the journey that brought us here and exchange some heartfe...

Can you be rich in money and bankrupt everywhere else? Let’s fix that. This week, we’re joined by Sahil Bloom, investor, content creator, and author of  The 5 Types of Wealth , to talk about designing a life that actually feels good—beyond the bank account. We dive into why chasing money alone leads to burnout, how to audit your time and energy like a spreadsheet, and why “success” might be quietl...

Corporate confessions: because therapy is expensive and podcasts are free. This week, the Hotline is open—and it’s as unhinged as ever. From choking out a sales rep at a company offsite to fish-related crimes in the office kitchen, we read the wildest workplace stories you sent in. We meet a lactose-intolerant oversharer, debate whether “Demoted” is really for the children, and swap tales of quest...

When talent meets opportunity…and sometimes total chaos. This week, we’re joined by Colleen Pelly, CEO and founder of The Linchpin Co, to pull back the curtain on how recruiting actually works. From her time hiring for companies like Lululemon and Tesla to building her own firm, Colleen shares the wildest candidate stories, the nightmare clients, and why some companies still won’t hire women. We d...

HR: part therapist, part referee, part corporate cleanup crew. This week, we’re joined by Amy Lentz, Chief People Officer at TOMS and the creator behind HackYourHR, to answer the big question: what does HR actually do all day (besides read your Slack messages)? From her early days working for the Obama administration to landing at TOMS, Amy shares what it really takes to keep a workplace semi-func...

Perfectionism: the socially acceptable way to ruin your own life. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Thomas Curran, professor of psychology and author of  The Perfection Trap , to explain why perfectionism isn’t a flex—it’s a full-time mental drain. We dig into the difference between high standards and high stress, how perfectionism feeds imposter syndrome, and why social media keeps making it worse....

Warning: this episode contains workplace behavior that would make HR spontaneously combust. The Corporate Hotline is back—and it’s absolutely unhinged. From naked Zoom calls to office hookups and confessions we legally can’t verify. We’re reading the most salacious, shocking, and mildly traumatic workplace stories submitted by followers of Corporate Natalie and Corporate Bro. Natalie shares her en...

Strong core, emotionally flabby. Time to balance it out. Welcome to your emotional fitness check-in. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Emily Anhalt, clinical psychologist and author of Flex Your Feelings, to explore the emotional chaos hiding beneath your polished LinkedIn persona. From “emotional push-ups” to whether ADHD counts as a superpower, we unpack the psychology of ambitious entrepreneurs, o...

Nothing says “professionalism” like writing a fever dream in someone’s LinkedIn endorsements. This week, Ross shares his wildest (and most concerning) LinkedIn recommendations, Natalie reveals her wine knowledge gap, and we unpack a truly chaotic happy hour blackout story. From TMI in your goals doc to committing crimes against workplace decency on LinkedIn, we cover it all. Plus, we debate airpor...

From wrangling the Jackass cast to ringing the bell on Wall Street, Julia Hartz's career has been anything but ordinary. This week, we’re joined by Eventbrite co-founder and CEO Julia Hartz, and her career journey is one for the books. From interning on the set of Friends to escorting the cast of Jackass at the MTV Music Awards, Julia shares her wild early days in entertainment before diving into...

Accidentally sent your raunchy screenplay to HR? Well at least you got someone to read it. This week, we’re diving into workplace chaos—from creepy office surveillance and hat-related corporate bullying to a company offsite in Ibiza that’s anything but professional. Tune in to hear foolproof tips on appearing busy and why not to bring seafood to the office. We’ve also got the emotional toll of sel...

Go to   https://zbiotics.com/DEMOTED  and use  DEMOTED  at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. If AI doesn’t steal your job, it might just help you cheat your way into a better one. This week on  Demoted , we’re joined by Jack Crivici-Kramer and Nick Martell from  The Best One Yet  podcast .  They’ll teach you how to future-proof your career while the economy slow-co...

Go to https://zbiotics.com/DEMOTED and use DEMOTED at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Trading sleepless nights at the office for sleepless nights with a baby? Better check your parental leave policy! From the hilarious chaos and unexpected sweetness of life with a newborn (hear all about it from Ross!) to the crucial topic of parental leave, we’re tackling all th...

Ever wondered what it’s really like to work behind the scenes with a major online creator? Join us this week as we sit down with Annie Varellas, the Brand Manager for our host, Corporate Natalie! Annie pulls back the curtain on her fascinating role in the world of influencer marketing, giving us a glimpse into her day-to-day life and the surprising aspects of working so closely with a creator. We...

Go to   https://zbiotics.com/DEMOTED  and use code  DEMOTED  at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Can brutal honesty actually get you a pay raise? We’ve got a corporate confession that will leave you speechless. This week, join us as we celebrate Ross’s impending fatherhood and Natalie’s fresh new look, before diving into the internet archives to cringe at Ross’s h...

What’s the absolute WORST office metaphor you’ve ever heard? We’ve got a contender! In this Corporate Hotline episode, we kick things off with some truly bizarre workplace scenarios, including a spanking reference that will leave you speechless and a potential stalker situation involving our very own co-host, Ross. Then, we tackle a listener dilemma: is a gap year after graduation a good idea? We...

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HR’s calling. And frankly, it’s about time. We’ve been asking for it. This week, we sit down with Mariana Garavaglia, Chief People Officer at DoorDash, to unpack her incredible journey from education to leading teams at Amazon and Peloton. Learn her top interviewing tips, the golden rule of staying on HR’s good side, and get answers to your burning “Dear Demoted” questions about job hunting and sa...

Apartment brawls, terrifying dad dreams, and getting ghosted by your boss — just another week on Demoted! On this episode, Ross recounts the details of a birthing class and the horrifying expecting-father nightmare that ensued. Natalie’s officially cohabitating, and may or may not have hosted a fight night at her new apartment. Plus, they’re dishing out some seriously questionable sleep advice, di...

We’ve unlocked the vault of workplace weirdness, and it’s glorious. Join Ross and Natalie on this “Corporate Hotline” episode as they read listener-submitted workplace stories. Get ready for: happy hour turned twerking contest, a holiday party that left everyone scrambling for damage control, and a calendar invite that screams “red flag.” Plus, they’ll tackle the age-old question: is hooking up wi...

Go to https://zbiotics.com/DEMOTED and use DEMOTED at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Is your LinkedIn feed a daily dose of cringe? Ours too. In this episode, Natalie and Ross take a deep dive into the digital circus that is LinkedIn. They trace the evolution of LinkedIn from a simple resume database to a battleground for personal brand supremacy, dissecting the...

If you’ve ever wondered how Natalie found the confidence to become a content creator, today’s guest, Victoria, is the one to thank. On this special episode, join Corporate Natalie as she interviews with her childhood best friend and fellow content creator, Victoria Garrick Browne. The duo dives deep into Victoria’s impactful journey from D1 volleyball at USC to founding The Hidden Opponent, a non-...

Go to https://zbiotics.com/DEMOTED and use DEMOTED at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Ross and Natalie have some big life updates to share. Join us for a candid conversation about the joys and anxieties of big life changes. We also dive into the murky waters of office oversharing, dissecting which personal details are best kept private. Plus, we’re tackling the c...

Money got you sweating? Let’s talk about it. This week, we’re bringing in the financial superhero you didn’t know you needed: Vivian Tu, aka Your Rich BFF. We’re diving deep into the world of personal finance, tackling everything from the taboo of discussing salaries to splitting rent with your significant other. We also explore tips for navigating the stock market, crypto, and credit card hacks y...

As thousands of corporate warriors return to the office, we’re going back to working from home for a ‘Remoted’ edition of Corporate Hotline. Prepare for some seriously unhinged workplace stories. On this episode of Corporate Hotline, Ross and Natalie share listener submissions that will make you grateful for your (relatively) normal coworkers. From violent outbursts leading to promotions to espres...