Work History Podcast

11/08/2023

12/07/2023

What a great side hustle! Do you have a side hustle? If so, what is it?

East London's "knocker-uppers" paid to shoot peas at windows to wake up over sleepers so they didn't lose their jobs.

Mary Smith, a famous knocker-upper in London's East End, shot dried peas out of a pea shooter instead of a pole. She charged a sixpence a week for her pea-shooting service.

Some knocker-uppers simply banged on doors to wake up their customers, but they found that by doing this they were also waking up their customer's neighbours for free.

Mary Smith's pea shooting method solved this problem, as they tap of peas on the window was loud enough to wake up the clients without disturbing anyone else on the street.

She became one of the most beloved characters in the East End in the 1930s, with her nearest competition being a knocker-upper three miles away who used a fishing rod to tap on the windows.

She was so loved, that she had her own children's book written and named after her.

29/06/2023

Why is this color relevant? You’ll need to listen to the latest episode of Work History to find out!

21/06/2023

New episode! The third in a minisode series where Cassie tells more of her own backstory. This time answering the question of her first jobs and more info on her stalker.

07/06/2023

The next two weeks are travel weeks, and as such, we are taking a break in the regular programming. Hope you enjoy these minisodes!

31/05/2023

Cassie took a field trip to Tulsa Zoo to see the exhibits that Joel fabricates. Check out the latest episode of Work History to learn more!

10/05/2023

Cassie chatted with an Illusionist. Maybe her mind was read, maybe not. You’ll have to listen to find out!

26/04/2023

This Administrative Director has done a lot of philanthropy in his life! Take a listen.

https://anchor.fm/cassie-townsend/episodes/027-Brian-OLeary---Administrative-Director-e21e034

23/04/2023

What was your dream job?

13/04/2023

Come join the fun!

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12/04/2023

One’s life path can twist and turn an versions ways. Each one of us has a different path. Here is one woman’s path from a Director role in an office setting to Lead Barista.

Oh, and we recorded in The Great Hall at Sherwood Forest Faire, so if you want to see it, find the after interview chat on Patreon.

29/03/2023

Today’s episode is all about Justice of the Peace Rhonda Redden. Learn how someone becomes a Justice of the Peace and what all the job entails!

22/03/2023

On the latest episode, I chat with long time friend from the improv world, Stephanie Wichmann about how Drama Therapy helps!

Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and even Patreon!

17/03/2023

Cassie got to talk with her friend James Wyatt, a fantasy writer for Wizards of the Coast and minister.

Check out the episode on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!

10/03/2023

07/03/2023

Wanna know more about video games? Check out what Dan, the Software Test Engineer has to say!

https://anchor.fm/cassie-townsend/episodes/020-Dan-Buehner---Software-Test-Engineer-e1vgv5t

22/02/2023

Cassie interviews Leona Partridge, an RN who appeased her childhood dream in adulthood.

https://anchor.fm/cassie-townsend/episodes/019-Leona-Partridge---RN-e1ttrmv

17/02/2023

Theresa’s company just launched! We are so happy for her.

Nimble is an independent studio started by industry veterans. We designed Nimble Workforce to be the staffing company we'd want to work for: a great employer for our staff, and an excellent partner to do business with.

15/02/2023

Today’s episode is a chat with Senior Sourcing Manager, Sara Trowbridge.

09/02/2023

Exclusive content like After Interview Chats with guests over at our Patreon. Here’s a sample!

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08/02/2023

Cassie has an informative chat with Michael Ryder, now a consultant, with a strong yet diverse background.

Check it out on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or via Anchor with this link:

https://anchor.fm/cassie-townsend/episodes/017Michael-Ryder---Consultant-e1svgqp

01/02/2023

Cassie went to the Vice Principal’s office to ask Alicia Mendez what it’s like to be an Associate Principal, among many other things.

Check out the episode and share with someone you think could learn a lesson or two.

https://anchor.fm/cassie-townsend/episodes/016-Alicia-Mendez---Associate-Principal-e1sujqt

30/01/2023

We interviewed a Software Test Engineer today. A long and really informative episode that comes out March 1!

29/01/2023

We bet our first guest, Manu the Pathologist, would get this meme!

https://anchor.fm/cassie-townsend/episodes/001-Manu-Singh---Pathologist-e1p76ih

25/01/2023

Paulo is a man of many talents, but in all his jobs, juggling is a common theme.

Check out this more in depth post made on Patreon. You can get free content on Patreon for 7 days as a free trial. Come on over and see what all the fuss is about!

https://www.patreon.com/posts/77722256?utm_campaign=postshare_creator

25/01/2023

El’um, the archeologist, gave me some real good insight into what they actually do. It’s not all Indiana Jones and The Mummy!

Check out their episode and ways to suooort he show via https://linktr.ee/WorkHistory

12/01/2023

Cassie’s in TX for a week for the annual board meeting for RESCU Foundation, Inc. Last month she interviewed and landed a spot on the board of directors. This is the first official philanthropic position of her personal Work History (yes, even non-paid work is work) though she’s often donated my money, objects and time to various non profit endeavors through the years.

Our guest this week, Amanda Forde, is no stranger to helping. Her care is more animal based. She is the director of a parish operated animal shelter on the west shore of the Ponchatrain. Not only does she deal with dogs, cats, and the occasional gerbil, but she deals with alligators, nutria, and other swamp creatures!

This interview was the first time Cassie interviewed someone without having met them previously. They met at their mutual friend Melissa Shaw’s home for the interview, and it was as if they were long lost friends. Amanda was so easy to talk with!

Bonus content this week on Patreon/WorkHistory is an after-video chat with Amanda and Melissa in the kitchen talking about all sorts of fun topics. We hope you are able to check that out.

For now, check out Amanda’s Work History episode on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

04/01/2023

Cassie chats with the man behind Shakespeare Approves - Your Friendly, Neighbourhood Shakespeare, a man who wears many hats as a Creative Professional. New episode is out!

Get on http://www.Patreon.com/WorkHistory to see a special video.

29/12/2022

We got the inside scoop on the world of realtors from Melissa Shaw, located in Louisiana.

22/12/2022

Cassie chatted with a marketing maven musician named Olivia who plays with Music the Gathering on the latest episode. Found at Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

09/12/2022

Claire and I chat about all sorts of fun topics in this week’s latest episode! On Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5UI0AsLDgte257CLRjHDqF?si=9Hr_KuD3TwuyI0KAkfrNfA

30/11/2022

New episode! Cassie sits down with Theresa Pudenz and chats video games, motorcycles and doing the unexpected. Find it at Apple Podcast or Spotify.

23/11/2022

New episode alert! Cassie sits down with Ryan Irwin in Kansas to discuss marketing and being in a pirate band!

‎Show Work History Podcast, Ep 006: Ryan Irwin - Senior Marketing Manager - Nov 23, 2022

10/11/2022

Well thanks, everyone! Episode 4 is out. Check out our Patreon (Patreon.com/WorkHistory) for a sneak peek into who is next and other exclusive content!

09/11/2022

Tomorrow's episode is all about Brenna Prichard aka Chloe Parker, a s**t novelist who self publishes, knows how to fiddle, and is one funny lady. Follow us on Patreon.com/WorkHistory to get the inside scoop, early reveals of our guests, and even some behind the scenes, videos, and other fun stuff!

03/11/2022

Got something to listen to? We have 3 episodes out!

02/11/2022

New episode is out! Mel Kelley talks about being a District Office Manager, the golf car business, and being one of the Washing Well Wenches.

28/10/2022

Saw a reel where Pharrell says some similar things to what Rhonni touched on in our last episode. Build a great team!

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