Meet the Human Behind the Pod | BTS 01

This Between the Seasons episode marks the start of a new chapter for Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?Hosts Pinaki Kathiari and Chris Lee introduce Bree Bartos, the new Executive Producer and Editor of Human at Work and Marketing Manager at Local Wisdom. Before diving into Bree’s story, Pinaki and Chris share what listeners can expect from these new, weekly Between the Seasons episodes.Bree then opens up about her path into marketing and storytelling, her experience being laid off alongside her husband, and the shock of losing not just a job, but a sense of identity. Together, they reflect on burnout, rest, and why so many of us tie our worth to our work.In this episode, they discuss:Why Between the Seasons exists and what listeners can expectThe value of unscripted, honest conversationsWhat it feels like to be laid off without closureHow work can quietly become identityThe importance of rest, reflection, and reconnecting with yourselfWhy staying human at work starts with empathyIt’s a grounding, vulnerable start to Between the Seasons and a reminder that behind every role, title, and podcast is a human first.Timestamps00:00 – Welcome to Between the Seasons01:00 – Why this new format exists02:30 – Introducing Bree and her role behind the pod04:10 – Bree’s path into storytelling and marketing07:40 – Being laid off and losing a sense of identity11:30 – Burnout, rest, and redefining self-worth13:00 – What’s coming next for Between the Seasons Stay Human, Stay CuriousWhat part of this conversation resonated with you?Have you ever tied your identity to your job more than you realized?Share the episode, tag us, rate and review, or send it to someone who might need this reminder right now. Connect with UsPinaki Kathiari – LinkedIn  | Local WisdomChris Lee – LinkedIn | Gallagher CommunicationBree Bartos – LinkedIn | Local WisdomSpecial thanks to digital communication agency Local Wisdom (www.localwisdom.com) for really believing in our mission and making this podcast possible. If this episode made you think differently, laugh, or even yell out loud, we want to hear about it! Connect with us on LinkedIn, and don’t forget to rate, review, and share – maybe with your work bestie… or even your boss if you're feeling bold. We also bring these important conversations to conferences and private workshops, creating space for real, meaningful change. Take the first step at www.whydoesitfeelsowrong.com.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.