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Workplace Weirdness

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by Maya Kadar Kovalsky

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Welcome to Workplace Weirdness™, The Non-HR HR Podcast™ that takes a deep dive into the delightful oddities of office life. Ever wondered why the break room smells like a science experiment or why your boss insists on using 'synergy' in every meeting? We've got you covered! Join Maya and her revolving door of guest hosts as they unravel the mysteries of cubicle culture and decode the cryptic behaviors of your coworkers. From bizarre email sign-offs to the enigma of office fridge politics, no topic is too weird for us to tackle. Each week, we'll talk about hot HR topics, answer listener questions and dissect an awkward workplace theme, all while keeping things light, fun, and packed with HR humor. Tune in, because in the world of work, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected! So, grab your coffee, put your feet up on that ergonomic footrest, and let's get weird at work together. Trust us, it’ll be a productivity boost like no other!

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June 26, 2026

Bad Bosses: Control, Ego, and Toxic Culture

In this episode of our Workplace Weirdness™ summer series, “Out of Office,” Maya Kadar Kovalsky shares her own bad boss story and revisits conversations with guests who have survived bosses of every variety, from the yellers, screamers, and office tyrants who throw things, to the masters of the backhanded compliment whose manipulation is far quieter, but no less damaging.  The episode is a must-watch for anyone who has ever experienced emotionally unpredictable managers, toxic work environments, and the psychological toll of bad leadership.  Chapters: [00:12] Introductions with host, Maya Kadar Kovalsky   [01:04] Toxic Leadership with Mita Mallick [4:04] Toxic Male Bosses with Randi Braun [6:29] Backhanded Compliments with Chester Elton [7:55] Prototypical Bad Bass with Maya Kadar Kovalsky [9:17] Fear Based work Culture Gary Ridge [10:37} Reflections and Conclusion Resources and Links: Maya Kadar Kovalsky · LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayakadar/ Workplace Weirdness™ · Email: info@workplace-weirdness.com· Website: workplace-weirdness.com · Instagram: @workplaceweirdpod · Tiktok: @workplaceweirdpod Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as professional, legal, or workplace-specific advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified professionals for their individual situations.

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June 12, 2026

Rookie Mistakes That Actually Make You Better at Work

In this episode of our Workplace Weirdness™ summer series, “Out of Office,” Maya Kadar Kovalsky explores the theme of "rookie mistakes" and “rookie smarts” in the workplace, highlighting how early career blunders often lead to valuable learning experiences.  We hear stories from various guests from past episodes who share their early career journeys, with missteps such as overconfidence in a corporate setting, accidental termination emails, inappropriate gifts and more.  Maya and her experts from throughout the season, emphasize the importance of maintaining a "rookie mindset," which allows for fresh perspectives and innovation.  Episode Chapters: [00:12] Introduction to Rookie Mistakes 
[00:50] Story of Overconfidence- Neil Sharma
 [02:45] Accidental Email Mishap- Peter Vincent 
[03:43] The Champagne Incident- Dorie Clark & Maya Kadar Kovalsky [05:02] The Wrong Office- Kavita Vora
 [5:58] Awkward Text Message - Yolonda Deon Tyler [06:28] Rookie Smarts- Billy Samoa Saleeby
 [8:44] It’s Amazing How Open Young People Are - Hannah Dubin [10:12] The Superpower of “Dumbassery”- Gary Ridge
 [12:34] Conclusion: Embracing the Mistakes Resources and Links: Neil Sharma, co-founder of SolarKal · SolarKal Website - https://www.solarkal.com/ · LinkedIn -⁠ / neil-sharma-045117  ⁠ Peter Vincent, executive coach and HR expert Dorie Clark, WSJ & USA Today Bestselling Author and Marketing strategist · Website:⁠ https://dorieclark.com/⁠ · Linkedin:⁠   / doriec  ⁠ Kavita Vora, Chief People Officer of BrainPOP Yolonda Deon Tyler, founder of Mindful Play Learning · Instagram -⁠ https://www.instagram.com/yolondadeon_/⁠ Billy Samoa Saleebey, founder and CEO of Podify · Podify Website -⁠ https://podify.com/⁠ · LinkedIn -⁠   / billysamoa  ⁠  · Instagram -⁠ https://www.instagram.com/billysamoa/...⁠  Hannah Dubin, founder of The Group Forward · The Group Forward -⁠ https://www.thegroupforward.com/⁠ · LinkedIn -⁠   / hannah-feldberg-dubin  ⁠  Gary Ridge, former CEO of WD-40 · LinkedIn -⁠   / garryridge  ⁠  · The Learning Moment -⁠ https://thelearningmoment.net/⁠ Maya Kadar Kovalsky · LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayakadar/⁠ Workplace Weirdness™ · Email: ⁠info@workplace-weirdness.com⁠ · Website: ⁠workplace-weirdness.com⁠ · Instagram: @workplaceweirdpod Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as professional, legal, or workplace-specific advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified professionals for their individual situations.

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May 29, 2026

Career Pivots: How to Change Direction Without Losing Momentum

In this Summer special episode of Workplace Weirdness™ Out of Office, Maya Kadar Kovalsky turns real guest stories into a practical resource for anyone thinking about a career pivot. From unexpected job changes to bold reinventions and strategic "half-steps," guests from past episodes share stories of taking risks, embracing change, and discovering that careers rarely follow a straight line. Their advice? Stay curious, stay flexible, and don't be afraid to pivot when opportunity knocks. Resources and Links: Neil Sharma, co-founder of SolarKal· SolarKal · Website - https://www.solarkal.com/ · LinkedIn - / neil-sharma-045117   Billy Samoa Saleebey, founder and CEO of Podify · Podify Website - https://podify.com/ · LinkedIn -  / billysamoa    · Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/billysamoa/... · Facebook -  / billysamoasaleebey    · YouTube -   / billysamoa    Meredith Haberfeld, CEO of ThinkHuman Website - https://www.meredithhaberfeld.com/ · LinkedIn -  / meredith-haberfeld-she-her-29aa7a5    · Instagram -  / thinkhumankind    · ThinkHuman Website - https://think-human.com/ Menaka Chang, Fractional Chief People Officer · LinkedIn  / menaka-chang   Nicole Ramirez, Personal Brand Strategist · Website: nrdigitalconsulting.com · LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolerayeramirez Paul McDowall, Head of Strategic Growth Vault49 · LinkedIn - / paul-mcdowall-00b0b11    · clarkmcdowall - http://www.clarkmcdowall.com · Vault 49 - https://www.vault49.com/ Maya Kadar Kovalsky · LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayakadar/ Workplace Weirdness™ · Email: info@workplace-weirdness.com · Website: workplace-weirdness.com · Instagram: @workplaceweirdpod Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as professional, legal, or workplace-specific advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified professionals for their individual situations.

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What is Workplace Weirdness?

Welcome to Workplace Weirdness™, The Non-HR HR Podcast™ that takes a deep dive into the delightful oddities of office life. Ever wondered why the break room smells like a science experiment or why your boss insists on using 'synergy' in every meeting? We've got you covered!

Join Maya and her revolving door of guest hosts as they unravel the mysteries of cubicle culture and decode the cryptic behaviors of your coworkers. From bizarre email sign-offs to the enigma of office fridge politics, no topic is too weird for us to tackle.

Each week, we'll talk about hot HR topics, answer listener questions and dissect an awkward workplace theme, all while keeping things light, fun, and packed with HR humor. Tune in, because in the world of work, the only thing you can count on is the unexpected!

So, grab your coffee, put your feet up on that ergonomic footrest, and let's get weird at work together. Trust us, it’ll be a productivity boost like no other!

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