We’re going to be talking to young professionals about their WTF moments, sticky situations and bad bosses. And we’ll sprinkle in ways you can be strategic about your behavior at work, so you get more of what you want from your career.
Work Mom Says®, Don't Be An Idiot!
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We’re going to be talking to young professionals about their WTF moments, sticky situations and bad bosses. And we’ll sprinkle in ways you can be strategic about your behavior at work, so you get more of what you want from your career.
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June 18, 2026
Episode 65 – “Men and Trauma: How It Shapes Everything”
Lorem Ipsum has been the industry’s standard dummy text ever since the 1500s. #WorkMomSays trauma doesn’t come back as a memory — it comes back as a behavior, and until you understand that, you can’t change it In this episode, Lori Jo Vest is joined by Dr. Kevin Scott, trauma specialist and Marine Corps combat era veteran, to explore how unaddressed trauma silently drives the way men think, feel, and behave in the world — at home, at work, and in relationships. Drawing from Dr. Scott’s clinical expertise, his personal journey through dark and tumultuous chapters, and his work doing crisis intervention training for law enforcement, the conversation covers everything from big T vs. little T trauma to moral injury, trauma response styles, mother woundedness, and why men are so rarely given the tools to express or even recognize their own pain. Lori and Dr. Scott also share practical guidance for anyone — man or woman — who isstruggling with unresolved trauma and wondering where to even begin. Themes Discussed in This Episode What trauma actually is, and why secondary and vicarious trauma are just as real as direct trauma The difference between big T and little T trauma — and why no one gets to tell you what’s traumatic for you Moral injury: what it is, where it comes from, and how it shows up far beyond the military Fight, flight, freeze, and fawn — trauma responses and why most of us don’t recognize our own Why men in particular struggle to voice emotions, and how society’s messaging makes healing harder The concept of “mother woundedness” and how early attachment issues can drive resentment and relationship struggles How the digital age and social media have made trauma incessant and normalize Practical first steps for anyone hesitant to seek help — including why you don’t have to eat the elephant in one bite Episode Highlights 0:14 – Lori introduces Dr. Kevin Scott and sets up the conversation: what happens when men’s struggles with emotional expression aren’t about willingness — but about trauma they may not even recognize? 2:00 – Dr. Scott shares how he came to specialize in trauma, including the Viktor Frankl moment that changed his life: the idea that suffering is no longer suffering once your pain has meaning. 9:36 – Trauma 101: Dr. Scott offers his definition of trauma — any disruption, short or long term, that affects a person’s physical, social, emotional, and spiritual space — and explains why secondary and vicarious trauma are just as real as direct experience. 11:40 – Dr. Scott introduces moral injury, a term with roots in the military that applies to anyone who has had to act against their own values — in parenting, marriage, substance use, and everyday life. 18:20 – Lori and Dr. Scott break down trauma response styles — fight, flight, freeze, and fawn — and why Lori’s lifelong fawning response (“if everybody likes me, I’ll be safe”) shaped so much of her early life. 19:49 – Dr. Scott shares a key insight from world-renowned trauma expert Dr. Bessel van der Kolk: trauma doesn’t come back as a memory — it comes back as a behavior. Understanding that changes everything about how we see difficult people, including ourselves 22:47 – Why do some men struggle with authority from women? Dr. Scott introduces the concept of “mother woundedness” — and gets real about how early attachment failures can generate loathing and resentment that goes far beyond ordinary misogyny. 27:18 – Dr. Scott reflects on how a generational shift in parenting has left young men without the emotional vocabulary to express disappointment, shame, fear, or loneliness — and how toxic masculine norms make it even harder. 33:07 – The digital age has made trauma incessant. Dr. Scott explains how a person can now be traumatized from the moment they open their eyes to the moment they close them — and how society hasn’t begun to catch up with what that means. 39:04 – Psychoeduca
May 21, 2026
Episode 64 – “You Can’t Block Real Life” — Unlearning What Technology Taught Us
#WorkMomSays technology has changed the way we communicate, handle discomfort, and build relationships, and not always for the better. In this episode, Lori Jo Vest is joined by Justin Allen of Hunter Engineering Company to discuss how social media, smartphones, and constant digital stimulation are impacting emotional intelligence, workplace communication, attention spans, and confidence for younger generations entering the workforce. Drawing from Justin’s experience training young automotive technicians and raising six children, the conversation explores how online habits like avoiding conflict, seeking instant feedback, and replacing real interaction with screens are affecting human connection, anxiety, and career development. Lori and Justin also share practical advice for rebuilding interpersonal skills, embracing discomfort, and creating healthier real-world relationships in an increasingly digital world. Themes discussed in this episode How technology and social media impact emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills The effects of instant feedback, comparison, and online validation on anxiety and confidence Why younger generations may struggle more with conflict and discomfort The importance of practicing real-world communication and human connection How embracing discomfort helps people grow personally and professionally Episode Highlights Time-stamped inflection points from the show 00:12 – Lori introduces guest Justin Allen of Hunter Engineering Company and sets up a conversation about how technology is impacting emotional intelligence and workplace communication. 04:23 – Justin explains his work training young automotive technicians and discusses how shorter attention spans and digital distractions affect learning environments. 07:27 – Lori and Justin discuss how social media has taught younger generations to avoid discomfort, conflict, and awkward conversations through blocking, muting, and scrolling away. 13:12 – The conversation shifts to the impact of social media validation, instant feedback, and unrealistic online comparison on anxiety, depression, and self-worth. 21:06 – Justin and Lori share practical advice for rebuilding human connection: getting out into the world, talking to people, joining groups, embracing discomfort, and developing interpersonal skills through real interaction. Top Quotes 11:03 — “You didn’t have to talk about it. You didn’t have to engage in awkward conversation or anything else like that.” 16:03 — “The problem that we have with the youth today dealing with things like anxiety and depression is because strangely our brains believe whatever we see and hear.” 23:25 — “Start to think of discomfort as a feature of life, not a bug.” 31:36 — “You just got to keep swimming. You just got to keep pushing and waking up and brushing your teeth and doing the things.” Transcript 00:12Lori: Hello everybody. I’m Lori Jo Vest. Thank you so much for joining me for this episode of Work Mom Says, Don’t Be an Idiot. Today we are going to talk about the impact of technology on interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence. I met the coolest guy on LinkedIn. I was just blown away by just who he is online, and I watched his videos. His name is Justin Allen. He’s with Hunter Engineering, and I was watching his videos, and I was like, “Oh my God, you need to be on Work Mom Says.” So I reached out to Justin and said, “Okay, tell me who you are and what you do. I think you might make a really great podcast guest.” And so we start talking about it, and oh my God, he’s perfect for this show and this audience. Hi, Justin. How are you? Justin: Hey, Lori, I’m doing great. I hope you are today. Lori: Absolutely. And as we started talking, I realized that Justin is really tuned in with the young adults that he works with on the impact of technology and how it teaches you things that may not work in real
April 24, 2026
Episode 63 – Will AI Take Your Job? Let’s Actually Talk About It
#WorkMomSays the real risk isn’t AI, it’s how you respond to it. In this episode, Lori breaks down the growing fear around AI in the workplace and what the data actually says about job loss, hiring shifts, and future opportunities. She explains why entry-level roles are being impacted, what skills are becoming more valuable, and how to position yourself to stay relevant and employable. With a mix of realism and practical advice, Lori shows how adaptability, emotional intelligence, and AI literacy can help you navigate this shift without panic. Themes discussed in this episode The reality behind AI job loss vs. job creation Why entry-level roles are most affected by AI adoption The importance of adaptability and cross-functional skills Building AI literacy without becoming overly reliant on it How to position yourself for long-term career stability Episode Highlights Time-stamped inflection points from the show 00:12 — Lori introduces the topic of AI and job security, sharing data on how different age groups perceive the risk of AI replacing their jobs. 01:23 — A breakdown of how AI adoption is already impacting hiring, especially for younger workers and entry-level roles. 02:23 — Conflicting expert opinions on whether AI will eliminate jobs or create more opportunities in the long term. 03:40 — The key traits that make employees more “AI-proof,” including critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and adaptability. 05:03 — Why becoming AI literate is essential, and how learning to prompt and use AI tools can improve your employability. Top Quotes 02:28 — “AI is not all it’s cracked up to be. It’s not there yet, but it will be there.” 03:40 — “So if you’re good, you’re in your position currently, and you’re doing your darndest to do your best work every day, you’re probably okay.” 04:56 — “Those are skills you can work on that will make you more employable during these times of AI threats.” 06:02 — “Bad prompts equal bad AI content.” Transcript 00:12Hello, I’m Lori Jo Vest. Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of Work Mom Says, Don’t Be an Idiot. I am here today to talk about AI. Will AI take our jobs? Let’s talk about it. There are so many things happening out there right now related to AI that I really want to dig into it, talk through some statistics and some realities that we all need to consider in the workplace right now. The fear is valid. But here’s the data. 18 to 24 year olds are 129% more likely than those over the age of 65 to worry that AI will make their job obsolete. Makes sense. If you’re over 65 you’re probably maybe going to retire, or, you know, you’re dug in, you’re not going to really have to look 10 years out, which is what a young person has to do. 49% of Gen Z job seekers feel that AI has reduced the value of their college degree and entry level job postings are down by roughly 35% since January of 2023. 01:23Yeah, there is a lot happening in the AI space right now. There’s a lot of big talk about what it has potential to do in most workplaces and most industries. There’s a lot that it can do, and there’s also things that it can’t do. So let’s get into what’s actually happening. Companies that are adopting AI into their workflows cut junior hiring by 13% according to Cornell University, and employment for workers aged 22 to 25 in those AI-exposed roles like, you know, copywriting, accounting — there’s a lot of things AI can do — those AI-exposed roles fell by 6% between 2022 and 2025. Young software developers saw a drop of nearly 20%. That’s huge. That’s something to think about, that’s something to look at currently. 02:23Right now, it’s April 13, 2026. I am of the belief that AI is not all it’s cracked up to be. It’s not there yet, but it will be
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