Motion to Spill – Episode 002: Hiring Nightmares and Interview Red Flags

Attorney Sarah Young and paralegal Meghan Rodgers share their most memorable (and cringe-worthy) interview experiences while hiring for their Clemmons, North Carolina, law firm. From a candidate who spoke in third-person superlatives for 25 minutes straight to mock phone calls performed in multiple voices, they’ve seen it all. The duo also breaks down the legal do’s and don’ts of job interviews, explaining what questions employers legally cannot ask about age, religion, disabilities, and other protected categories—and what job seekers should know about their rights when faced with inappropriate questions. The Hot-Button Issue: drug testing and Delta-8/Delta-9 THC products that are legal in North Carolina but can still cost you your job. Sarah discusses a recent Fourth Circuit case (Anderson v. Diamondback) and explains why testing positive for legally purchased hemp products can still result in termination under current law. The episode wraps up with rapid-fire personal questions that reveal their heroes, worst jobs (taxidermy supply warehouse inventory, anyone?), and treasured possessions. Whether you’re hiring, job hunting, or just curious about workplace law, this episode offers both practical advice and plenty of laughs about the realities of employment in 2025. Listeners can send questions and stories to [email protected], but remember: this is entertainment only, not legal advice.Recorded in the Such-N-Such Media Studios in Winston-Salem. Produced by Tim Beeman.The post Motion to Spill – Episode 002: Hiring Nightmares and Interview Red Flags first appeared on Motion To Spill.