Jobs Blow Podcast

01/04/2023

Fresh new perspective #2023

12/12/2022

New Episode! After stumbling upon her amazing Instagram account,we had to invite the supremely talented Lisa Timmons to be on the 100th episode. Lisa shares stories from her career journey and talks about the inspiration behind the social media content that is finally getting her the attention she deserves. And since her videos often feature Briana's favorite, Gwyneth Paltrow, Lisa conjures the actress' inner voice and imagines what she might say as a guest on the Jobs Blow Podcast.
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11/28/2022

NEW EPISODE: In honor of the recent release of his latest book, "FIRED!: Protect Your Rights & FIGHT BACK If You're Terminated, Laid Off, Downsized, Restructured, Forced to Resign or Quit," Attorney-at-Law Steven Mitchell Sack stops by the podcast to talk about his experience fighting for employee rights. Known as "The Employee's Lawyer®," Steven tells Briana that he has written 20 books during his 41+ year legal career but, shockingly, never a jingle for his business. Link in bio.
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11/14/2022

NEW EPISODE: Angie Orth, of Angie Away, stops by to share stories from her travel adventures over the last decade plus. She and Briana were coworkers at a PR agency in NYC when Angie (then blogging as Big Apple Angie) decided to leave behind a life in a cubicle to travel the world. Soon after, she was able to turn her passion into a career and she hasn't looked back. Angie talks about the highs and lows of her work and shares her perspective on the evolution of the travel influencer. Link in bio.

10/31/2022

NEW EPISODE: Raven Hernandez, founder and CEO of Earth Rides, an all-electric ride-hailing app, stops by the show to share her story and to talk about her passion for accelerating the adoption of clean technology. At only 27, Raven has already proven herself to be a fiercely driven woman, having achieved many personal and professional accomplishments. In fact, when she launched Earth Rides in Nashville during a global pandemic, it was the first company of its kind. So why does she still struggle to get investors? Find out in the latest episode. Link in bio.

10/17/2022

At the suggestion of recent guest Colin Speir, I invited his sister Peggy on the show to share her career journey, which included years on the road living a rock and roll lifestyle. Peggy talks about starting out in lower Manhattan where she housed and fed up-and-coming musicians from Blues Traveler and DMB - with whom she would later tour. Peggy also reveals which singer didn't live up to her teenage crush and the American Idol winner who won her over after she rooted against her. Originally from New York, she currently lives with her husband in Vancouver where she started an ice shave and small batch fruit syrup company. (Pictured while on our tour with Sarah McLachlan) Link in bio.

10/07/2022

Before you watch "A Friend of the Family," be sure to listen to episode 25 with Stephanie Tobey who produced the documentary "Abducted in Plain Sight" and was involved with this production. This story is bonkers and peak bad parenting. Stephanie provides great insight into what she learned about the family dynamics while researching the doc and talks about how something like this was able to happen... twice. "https://www.buzzsprout.com/255438/1533640-plan-b-producing-a-nightmare-with-producer-stephanie-tobey-of-abducted-in-plain-sight.

10/03/2022

NEW EPISODE: Author and lawyer Helen Wan stops by the podcast to talk about her book, The Partner Track, and its evolution to recently released Netflix series. Helen shares how the book, which was released in 2013, was born out of her frustrations while working at a law firm in NYC and includes stories based on her friends' experiences as well. Follow her journey from lawyer to author to on-set film/TV consultant in the latest episode and check out "Partner Track" on Netflix. Link in bio.
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09/19/2022

NEW EPISODE: For every story, there is a lineup of disgraced executives like Scott Thompson (Yahoo), Marilee Jones (MIT), and Bryan Mitchell (MCG Capital) (circa Business Insider) who did get caught lying on their resumes. And now it's riskier than ever.

Chris Harper, co-founder of ZippedScript, stopped by to talk about the number of people who lie on their resumes and shared his company's approach to flipping the script on education verification.

ZippedScript offers global degree verification (in the U.S. and for any country in the world) instantly using new technology that connects directly to an institution’s database with 100% accuracy. Chris says this is only the beginning as they have plans to expand into other areas on the resume where people are even more likely to misrepresent the truth.

So, if you didn't go to Harvard or get that Master's Degree in Political Science, it's time to either update your resume or get to work on those applications.

09/06/2022

We're back with a NEW EPISODE - A Career Rocked by Woodstock '99, with Colin Speir, from the Netflix documentary Trainwreck: Woodstock '99.

If you saw the doc, you may recall Colin as one of the more likable personalities involved with the festival. He joins the podcast to share additional insight into what led to the destruction of the three-day concert and to talk about how he ended up working the historic event. Colin also discusses his long career with the band Blues Traveler and looks back on how the festival not only changed his perspective, but his work in music as well.

07/18/2022

NEW EPISODE: Joe Pardavila has produced over ten thousand hours of audio content over the course of his career in podcasting and terrestrial radio. Joe was a radio personality and producer on the legendary New YorkCity radio station, 95.5 PLJ, where he got his start as "Monkey Boy" as part of the iconic “Scott & Todd in the Morning." He studied sketch and improv comedy at the Upright Citizens Brigade and was a founding member and actor in the NewYork-based sketch comedy group, Clip Show. He is the co-director, writer, and producer of the award-winning horror satire, “The Witches of Bushwick" and currently serves as the director of podcasts for Advantage Media Group|ForbesBooks. Link in bio.

06/20/2022

NEW EPISODE: Jobs Blow gets a visit from Nick Girard, a financial analyst at State Street and author of the novel, “In The Beginning,” a retelling of the story of creation (Old Testament) where God is the antagonist and Lucifer is the rebel who established the true paradise. Raised as a Christian, Nick’s insider view of the cost of repeated catastrophes caused him to reexamine his childhood faith and reassess his view of God and his modus operandi – is God truly loving, or is it all a ruse to keep humans engaged and worshipful for his pleasure? Why does God allow tragedy on an almost daily basis? This recent post by felt on point. Link in bio.

06/06/2022

NEW EPISODE: Former WWE wrestler Danny Gimondo, aka Danny Inferno/Kid Inferno, stops by the podcast to take us on a journey from his childhood when he developed a passion for wrestling, to pro training at age fifteen, working for WWF in 1997, and finally, signing full time to WWE in 2004. Although he was released from his contract in 2008, Danny had other plans and graduated from Rowan University with a bachelors in kinesiology and fitness management. In addition to his work in fitness, he continued doing wrestling tours when he could (often with Superfly Snuka) and appeared as himself, alongside Mickey Rourke, in the movie "The Wrestler." Learn more about his "Body of Work" in the latest episode. Link in bio.

05/22/2022

NEW EPISODE: Stephanie Simon has staying power. For the last 25 years, she has worked at NY1 News where she covers art and culture in all its many forms across the five boroughs, including the visual arts, jazz, the New York Philharmonic, New York history, and everything in between. Her career in news started in 1st grade when she started her very own newspaper entitled, "The Gossip Gazette," which was quite a hit with her classmates in Ambler, Pennsylvania. Since then, she has danced with the Rockettes, been serenaded by Wynton Marsalis, roasted by comedian Jeff Ross, yucked it up with A-list comedians, interviewed rock stars, and walked on the biggest stages in the world. Find out how Stephanie does when the tables are turned and she find herself in the spotlight. Link in bio.

05/08/2022

NEW EPISODE: ACT LIKE A CHILD - Joe Lorenzo is behind the country's leading talent coaching organization, Society Performers Academy, and he joins the podcast to discuss his career journey from studying finance to working with young aspiring talent in the world of entertainment. As a manager for more than 2 decades, Joe has represented Above and Below the Line talent, including actors from The Rugrats, The Powerpuff Girls, Happy Feet, Ducktales, Zoey 101, The Suite Life Of Zack and Cody, and the ever so popular “Hannah Montana” and more! We discuss how things have changed to better protect children on set and Joe gets quizzed on famous child actors who found success as adults in Hollywood. Link in bio. Society Performers Academy

04/24/2022

New episode alert: Hot on the heels of the infamous Oscar slap, Clean Comedians CEO Adam Christing stops by the show to discuss comedy that doesn't inspire heated reactions. According to Christing, Clean Comedians requires its performers to avoid Profanity, Prejudice, and Politics. Christing says we need to remember that ‘fun’ is not a 4-letter word and that we can lift people and bring them together with positive humor. Briana agrees but counters that 4-letter words are fun and can also bring people together. Christing shares his career journey and we find out if the podcast passes the clean test. Adam Christing
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04/19/2022

Just alittle self promotion on a website few people probably read... but you can be one of them.

We had the good fortune of connecting with Briana Haas and we've shared our conversation below. Hi Briana, what role has risk played in your life or career? I look at risk as a requirement to truly living life to the fullest. Now, don't get me wrong, I’ve never jumped out of an airplane or scale

04/09/2022

NEW EPISODE: Originally from Brooklyn, Ray put his music career (and a highly-coveted record deal) on hold for 30 years to make his new family a priority. He stops by the podcast to discuss restarting his journey in the music business after three decades of raising children and running a successful construction company. So how is he doing? After reviewing a record contract, Ray also decided to start his own label, DayQuest Records, and he and his awesome rock 'n' roll band, Streetwise, released their debut album, Crossing Bridges, last spring. Find out about his upcoming tour, possible broadway show, and what went on in the basements of BK clubs back in the day. Link in bio. Streetwise

04/01/2022

TGIF - Jobs Blow Podcast is now available on for your weekend listening pleasure.

03/27/2022

Actor Andy Hoff shares what it was like working with best actor nominee and all-around great guy Will Smith on the set of King Richard. Andy Hoff

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03/26/2022

Just in time for the - we bring you actor Andy Hoff from the five-time nominated film, King Richard. While Andy Hoff doesn't have the screen time of star Will Smith, his appearance was impressive enough to earn him a spot in the trailer! He shares his experiences working on the movie, which included playing multiple roles to run scenes with Smith. Coincidentally, Smith received a Best Actor nomination so fingers crossed Andy gets a mention in the acceptance speech! When he isn't on a film or TV shoot, Andy stays busy baking delicious pies for customers in the LA area. He launched Pie Club LA during the pandemic because he says he can't sit still - and it just took off from there. Currently, he has another project in the oven but we'll let him tell you about that.

03/12/2022

NEW EPISODE: Thirty years after "the trip that changed their lives," Briana, Amy, and Sarah get together to talk about the positive impact traveling abroad had on each of them. All three were students of the Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio University when they were offered the opportunity to tour the Communications Capitals of the World - NYC, Paris, and London. Beyond the excitement of seeing the cities and meeting the amazing professionals at top news, advertising, and PR organizations, they also discovered things about themselves that changed the course of their futures. Plus, they dish on what it was like for one man - nicknamed Kliesch lightning for the speed at which he walked from appt. to appt. - to travel with 12 women for nearly three weeks in three major cities. It only makes sense that this show be dedicated to Professor Ralph Kliesch. Link in bio. Sarah Irvin Clark Amy Paul Cassulo

03/08/2022

On this International Women's Day, we pay homage to the Queen of getting s**t done and saying what needs to be said - season one guest and forever inspiration

03/03/2022

Are you a member of the book club? Okay, it's not a real thing but it should be given the amazing authors we've had on the podcast. If you haven't - make sure you check out their books as well as their episodes for more info behind their stories. Link to podcast in bio.
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02/27/2022

NEW EPISODE: Briana reunites with William Keck to revisit their time working together and to discuss his career journey as a entertainment writer and producer. Both used TV (Dallas for Will) as an escape during their childhoods and Will talks about turning it into a full-time career, beginning as a reporter for The Enquirer where he broke stories during the OJ trial. Throughoutu his journey, Will was able to meet - and sometimes befriend - the celebs who got him through those awkward and uncomfortable days growing up. But, is it good to meet your "heroes" and is it possible to keep "Working with Principal" when you do? Find out in this juicy episode!
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02/13/2022

NEW EPISODE: N'Kenge knows what is takes to play an icon - she played Queen of Motown, Mary Wells, on Broadway and is currently working on a TV and Broadway show about the incomparable Dorothy Dandridge. "Becoming an Icon" isn't just about her roles, but the work she is doing as a performer. The Emmy & Grammy-nominated and International Award-winning Songstress, who trained at both The Juilliard School and Manhattan School of Music, has a vocal and musical range that spans five octaves and 11 languages. She has performed for audiences in cities around the world - including appearances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall, Madison Square Garden - and at President Obama’s historic Commander-in-Chief Inaugural Ball. Intimidated yet? Wait till you hear her sing a few bars of the 80s classic, Juicy Fruit. Link in bio. N'Kenge's Music

01/30/2022

NEW EPISODE: Karin Freeland, a recovered corporate workaholic, came to the right place when she sat down for this interview. I love talking about following passions and, after years in high-pressure leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies, that's what she did when she traded the boardroom for the bedroom. In her hilarious tell-all book - a title I can appreciate - The Ins and Outs of My Va**na: A Penetrating Memoir, she recounts the mishaps and misadventures she’s had over the past 40 years with a special partner in crime: her va**na, named V. Also a speaker and certified Life & Reinvention Coach, Karin says she focuses on helping ambitious women transform their lives by overcoming their fears and achieving their dreams. Jobs Blow + The Ins and Outs of My Va**na = don't miss episode! Karin Freeland
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01/15/2022

Season 4 is here! Guest Renee Gracie gives Briana an education on racing V8 Supercars in Australia and shares her journey from the track to her popular Only Fans page. In fact, she left a promising six-year career as Australia’s only female F1 race car driver to become a successful adult star. Now she creates content for her fans while using her earnings to invest in real estate. She also considered buying a racing team but ran into some obstacles. Get to know the Aussie beauty on the Jobs Blow Podcast and then follow her on Instagram since she lost a bunch of her fans because of IG rules.
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12/13/2021

EPISODE 78: Radhia Gleis unwittingly helped create a monster. The author stops by the podcast to share her riveting true story, The Followers, which chronicles the 25 years she spent in the Buddha-field cult, feeding the beast — their narcissistic leader — with sycophant adoration. Gleis weaves together her personal experiences with reflections on a number of thought-provoking topics, including the search for a higher truth, cults, groupthink and mind control, authoritarian leaders, malignant narcissistic personality disorder and sociopathy, the American schism, and how an intelligent, well-educated person may find herself under the control of a narcissistic sociopath. Think you would never join a cult? We take a look at American cult-ure and it might make you rethink your position.
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12/09/2021

Highly recommend you watch the documentary "Holy Hell" on before our season three finale, Follow the Leader. Think you would never join a cult? Don't be so sure you aren't in one now. Spoiler alert: cults blow.