EPISODE · Oct 13, 2024 · 13 MIN
Sorry But I Just Can't Do Corporate. It's Been Proven Time and Time Again.
from Bob the Blade · host Blade
Ever wondered what it's like to be fired from your dream job and still find the silver lining? Join me as I take you on a rollercoaster ride through my rock radio career, where my love for REM kept me going during the exhilarating days at WQDR in Raleigh, North Carolina. From the joy of discovering new music with colleagues like Katie Schroeder and Tripp to the surreal and somewhat amusing moments leading up to my unexpected exit from the morning show, you'll get an insider's look at both the highs and lows of life behind the mic.Switching gears, I share my gritty experience working at the Chandler Center for the Performing Arts, where I tackled everything from scrubbing restrooms to scaling 50-foot windows. Despite the grueling nature of the job, it came with its own surprising sense of fulfillment—albeit short-lived. When a paycheck that didn’t even cover a quarter of my rent made me question my path, I found myself at yet another crossroads. Tune in for a heartfelt recount of labor, self-discovery, and the relentless pursuit of passion amidst life's unpredictable turns.Support the showI always appreciate your support, I am very clear in my understanding of how unclear I really am of myselfand the kaleidoscope in my head makes me laugh.
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Ever wondered what it's like to be fired from your dream job and still find the silver lining? Join me as I take you on a rollercoaster ride through my rock radio career, where my love for REM kept me going during the exhilarating days at WQDR in Raleigh, North Carolina. From the joy of discovering new music with colleagues like Katie Schroeder and Tripp to the surreal and somewhat amusing moments leading up to my unexpected exit from the morning show, you'll get an insider's look at both the...
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