Our Employees ( S4 E14 & S5 E6 ) Consolidated

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Mike confesses he's been living in the podcast studio for two months after his wife kicked him out.

The episode begins with Chris and Jim discussing COVID-19 vaccines in a humorous way, comparing vaccine choices to sampling craft beers. They then introduce Mike Sisko, their social media marketing coordinator, to read listener questions from various platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and fax. Mike awkwardly interrupts to ask about his overdue performance evaluation and raise. As the Q&A continues, Mike reveals he has been secretly living in the closed podcast studio for two months after his wife kicked him out due to financial struggles. This leads to discoveries of unpaid utility and Grubhub bills. Mike also admits he withheld an FCC violation notice about podcast loudness standards, using it as leverage for his evaluation. The hosts confront Mike about these issues, highlighting workplace tensions. The episode then shifts to a second segment with guest Shayla Roundtree, a would-be podcaster. Shayla explains her podcast idea focused on relationships and promoting her business, Tranquil Men's Spa, which caters to men's nail care and self-care. Chris and Jim offer mentorship, discussing podcasting equipment like Audacity software, Blue Yeti microphones, and SoundCloud hosting. Shayla asks for connections to media outlets like Wisconsin Public Radio and requests to join future episodes. The hosts humorously agree while navigating her persistent requests for equipment and favors. The episode blends absurdist comedy with interview segments, showcasing the podcast's chaotic style.

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A vaccine joke and an FCC complaint build into steadily escalating podcast absurdity.

Bait and Switch turns 2021 virus life into a comic back-and-forth, with Chris Beyer and Jim Martin working through vaccine timing and the odd charm of a clinic where a flight of vaccines comes with the table.

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If vaccine chatter and fake FCC paperwork make you laugh, this one has your number.

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