Created by Tinkercast and hosted by Rebecca Sheir (Circle Round), “Who, When, Wow!” is an auditory journey into the lives of unsung heroes, unknown heroines and amazing humans. Each 20 minute “cartoon-for-the-ear” episode immerses kids and their grown-ups in a historical narrative around one fascinating figure you don’t hear about in school but who brought WOW to our world!Listen to the rest of this episode here: https://wondery.com/shows/who-when-wow/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Safe For Work

Introducing: Who, When, WOW!

How did 9/11 the day become 9/11 the idea? That question drives award-winning host Dan Taberski (Missing Richard Simmons, Running From COPS, The Line) to shift his focus to what happened on 9/12, and every day after that. 9/12 is a poignant, surprising, and surprisingly funny seven episode series about people who wake up on 9/12 having to navigate a new, radically altered world. A teenager gets caught up in an out-of-control conspiracy theory that he helped start. A Pakistani business owner finds hundreds of his Brooklyn neighbors are disappearing. Joke-writers at The Onion must figure out just how soon is “too soon”? 9/12 asks what it all means. We know what happened on 9/11. But what happened on 9/12 to alter our memory and our perspective forever? Listen to 9/12: wondery.fm/9_12_SafeForWorkAll seven episodes of 9/12 are available to stream now on Amazon Music or Wondery+. Episodes will release weekly everywhere starting September 8th.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Introducing: 9/12

Celebrities, royals, heirs and heiresses—you may think you know them, you may think you envy them, but you have no idea what really goes on behind the scenes. Wondery’s new series Even the Rich pulls gives you a hilarious behind-the-scenes look at the stories of some of the greatest family dynasties in history. From the Murdochs to the Royals, and the Kardashians to the Kennedys, Even the Rich is part history, part comedy, part gossip, and all fascinating.Listen today:&nbsp;<a href="http://wondery.fm/safeforworkETR" target="_blank">wondery.fm/safeforworkETR</a>

Celebrities, royals, heirs and heiresses—you may think you know them, you may think you envy them, but you have no idea what really goes on behind the scenes. Wondery’s new series Even the Rich pulls gives you a hilarious behind-the-scenes look at the stories of some of the greatest family dynasties in history. From the Murdochs to the Royals, and the Kardashians to the Kennedys, Even the Rich is part history, part comedy, part gossip, and all fascinating.Listen today:&nbsp;wondery.fm/safeforworkETR

Introducing Even the Rich

The SFW staff is pretty familiar with freelance life. Rico’s worked in media for most of his career. And for much of that, he’s been a freelance contractor. Liz has spent a lot of time in the 9 to 5 of the corporate world, but she is now an independent consultant and media worker. And they’re not alone. According to a <a href="https://www.npr.org/2018/01/22/578825135/rise-of-the-contract-workers-work-is-different-now" target="_blank">2018 poll</a> from NPR and Marist, one in five Americans is freelancing.Seeing as everyone on this show is going to be moving on to new, probably freelance gigs in the very near future, we thought we’d all talk about it. Joining Liz and Rico today is SFW producer and avid freelancer <a href="https://twitter.com/thinkaloudaud?lang=en" target="_blank">Audrey Ngo</a>, for a roundtable discussion on the pros and cons of the contractor world.Later, listener Karson is weighing whether he should leave a job he loves that doesn’t pay well, or get more money at a new position in a toxic work environment.&nbsp;And in this week’s Work Pop, Liz and Rico hear a clip from the AMC show, “Better Call Saul” and talk about whether an interview can really reveal who’s right for a job.Finally, we hear from listener Matthew all the way in Australia! Matthew has switched bosses, and needs some help from Liz and Rico on how to deal with his new “lame” manager.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re <a href="https://twitter.com/safeforwork" target="_blank">@SafeFor Work</a>. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're <a href="https://twitter.com/ssliz" target="_blank">@SSLiz</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/RicoGagliano" target="_blank">@RicoGagliano</a>. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/satellite-sisters/id443780324?mt=2" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://art19.com/shows/satellite-sisters" target="_blank">Art19</a>.From our sponsors:FreshBooks - Listeners get a free 30-day trial of FreshBooks right now at <a href="http://Freshbooks.com/SAFE" target="_blank">Freshbooks.com/SAFE</a> and enter SAFEFORWORK in the how did you hear about us section.

The SFW staff is pretty familiar with freelance life. Rico’s worked in media for most of his career. And for much of that, he’s been a freelance contractor. Liz has spent a lot of time in the 9 to 5 of the corporate world, but she is now an independent consultant and media worker. And they’re not alone. According to a 2018 poll from NPR and Marist, one in five Americans is freelancing.Seeing as everyone on this show is going to be moving on to new, probably freelance gigs in the very near future, we thought we’d all talk about it. Joining Liz and Rico today is SFW producer and avid freelancer Audrey Ngo, for a roundtable discussion on the pros and cons of the contractor world.Later, listener Karson is weighing whether he should leave a job he loves that doesn’t pay well, or get more money at a new position in a toxic work environment.&nbsp;And in this week’s Work Pop, Liz and Rico hear a clip from the AMC show, “Better Call Saul” and talk about whether an interview can really reveal who’s right for a job.Finally, we hear from listener Matthew all the way in Australia! Matthew has switched bosses, and needs some help from Liz and Rico on how to deal with his new “lame” manager.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re @SafeFor Work. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're @SSLiz and @RicoGagliano. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on Apple Podcasts or Art19.From our sponsors:FreshBooks - Listeners get a free 30-day trial of FreshBooks right now at Freshbooks.com/SAFE and enter SAFEFORWORK in the how did you hear about us section.

The Pros and Cons of Being A Contractor

When reading about some startup that’s suddenly doing gangbuster business, do you ever wonder, “What it would really be like to work in that office?” Then when they crash and burn, you imagine what it must have been like to be on that insane roller-coaster!That brings us to WeWork, which not long ago was buying up skyscrapers in cities all over the world to offer to customers as temporary workspaces. WeWork rocketed up to a value of $47 billion… and then totally crashed. Failed founder Adam Neumann walked away with more than a billion dollars while thousands of rank-and-file employees lost their jobs, stock options, everything.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.joannacstrange.com/" target="_blank">Joanna Strange</a> was a WeWork employee, she’s now at a company called <a href="https://lessdoing.com/about/" target="_blank">Less Doing</a> and is featured on a new Wondery podcast about the WeWork debacle called <a href="https://wondery.com/shows/we-crashed/" target="_blank">WeCrashed</a>. Joanna’s here on SFW today to share a few hard-won lessons from that turbulent period.And later, Liz and Rico chat with listener Kat who’s trying to avoid an awkward exit interview.Then, Liz provides some book recommendations for listener Skyler, who’s seeking career advice via the written word.&nbsp;And finally, listener Brad gets a letter from our own Larry Seal with wisdom on whether Brad should leave his steady job for a fulfilling side gig.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re <a href="https://twitter.com/safeforwork" target="_blank">@SafeFor Work</a>. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're <a href="https://twitter.com/ssliz" target="_blank">@SSLiz</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/RicoGagliano" target="_blank">@RicoGagliano</a>. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/satellite-sisters/id443780324?mt=2" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://art19.com/shows/satellite-sisters" target="_blank">Art19</a>.

When reading about some startup that’s suddenly doing gangbuster business, do you ever wonder, “What it would really be like to work in that office?” Then when they crash and burn, you imagine what it must have been like to be on that insane roller-coaster!That brings us to WeWork, which not long ago was buying up skyscrapers in cities all over the world to offer to customers as temporary workspaces. WeWork rocketed up to a value of $47 billion… and then totally crashed. Failed founder Adam Neumann walked away with more than a billion dollars while thousands of rank-and-file employees lost their jobs, stock options, everything.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Joanna Strange was a WeWork employee, she’s now at a company called Less Doing and is featured on a new Wondery podcast about the WeWork debacle called WeCrashed. Joanna’s here on SFW today to share a few hard-won lessons from that turbulent period.And later, Liz and Rico chat with listener Kat who’s trying to avoid an awkward exit interview.Then, Liz provides some book recommendations for listener Skyler, who’s seeking career advice via the written word.&nbsp;And finally, listener Brad gets a letter from our own Larry Seal with wisdom on whether Brad should leave his steady job for a fulfilling side gig.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re @SafeFor Work. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're @SSLiz and @RicoGagliano. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on Apple Podcasts or Art19.

Lessons Learned from Surviving WeWork

Some people get all the breaks. How many of us have friends who can just fly by the seat of their pants, take risks and still come out at the top of their career game? If you’ve ever wondered how they do it, we’ve got an inside scoop today from indie-rock legend <a href="https://twitter.com/weddingpresent?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" target="_blank">David Gedge</a>!&nbsp;Gedge is one of Rico’s personal musical heroes, but more germaine to our purposes here, he’s is an inspiring example of pulling off a long-term career, on your own terms. And yes, it’s still a lot of hard work.We also have some news, dear listeners, and it’s well...not so fun.&nbsp;A few episodes from now, sad to say, we will be bidding you adieu. After two years and just over a hundred episodes, Safe For Work has reached its end. Our final episode will air March 30th. &nbsp;You’ll still be able to hear Liz co-hosting her long-standing Wondery show <a href="https://wondery.com/shows/satellite-sisters/" target="_blank">Satellite Sisters</a>. And in addition to hearing Rico as a fill-in host on L.A.’s own <a href="https://www.kcrw.com/people/rico-gagliano" target="_blank">KCRW</a>, he’s writing and producing a music miniseries for Wondery that will air later this year.Meanwhile we’re still taking your calls this episode. First up is listener Jess whose boss says she “advocates too much for her staff.” We’ll also play some Ling Bingo, by parsing the phrase, “I’m a little confused,” A.K.A. “You’re an idiot.”Finally, Liz and Rico chat with listener Nikki who’s trying to decide if she should stay at her stressful job or leave for a new gig, even though she may be addicted to the adrenaline of her current situation.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re <a href="https://twitter.com/safeforwork" target="_blank">@SafeFor Work</a>. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're <a href="https://twitter.com/ssliz" target="_blank">@SSLiz</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/RicoGagliano" target="_blank">@RicoGagliano</a>. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/satellite-sisters/id443780324?mt=2" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://art19.com/shows/satellite-sisters" target="_blank">Art19</a>.THE SONG “I’M FROM FURTHER NORTH THAN YOU” IS WRITTEN AND PUBLISHED BY DAVID GEDGE &amp; SIMON CLEAVE. THE PUBLISHING OF GEDGE AND CLEAVE IS ADMINISTERED BY SENTRIC MUSIC OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND EIRE, EXCEPT FOR IN CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, WHERE IT IS ADMINISTERED BY SUPERIOR MUSIC.THE SONG “RACHEL” IS WRITTEN AND PUBLISHED BY DAVID GEDGE / PATRICK ALEXANDER / CHARLES LAYTON / SAMUEL BEER-PEARCE. THE PUBLISHING OF GEDGE, ALEXANDER, LAYTON AND&nbsp; BEER-PEARCE IS ADMINISTERED BY SENTRIC MUSIC OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND EIRE, EXCEPT FOR IN CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, WHERE IT IS ADMINISTERED BY SUPERIOR MUSIC.From our sponsors:&nbsp;Right now, Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to <a href="https://www.sakara.com/pages/safe?utm_medium=safeforwork&amp;utm_source=podcast" target="_blank">Sakara.com/safe</a>.

Some people get all the breaks. How many of us have friends who can just fly by the seat of their pants, take risks and still come out at the top of their career game? If you’ve ever wondered how they do it, we’ve got an inside scoop today from indie-rock legend David Gedge!&nbsp;Gedge is one of Rico’s personal musical heroes, but more germaine to our purposes here, he’s is an inspiring example of pulling off a long-term career, on your own terms. And yes, it’s still a lot of hard work.We also have some news, dear listeners, and it’s well...not so fun.&nbsp;A few episodes from now, sad to say, we will be bidding you adieu. After two years and just over a hundred episodes, Safe For Work has reached its end. Our final episode will air March 30th. &nbsp;You’ll still be able to hear Liz co-hosting her long-standing Wondery show Satellite Sisters. And in addition to hearing Rico as a fill-in host on L.A.’s own KCRW, he’s writing and producing a music miniseries for Wondery that will air later this year.Meanwhile we’re still taking your calls this episode. First up is listener Jess whose boss says she “advocates too much for her staff.” We’ll also play some Ling Bingo, by parsing the phrase, “I’m a little confused,” A.K.A. “You’re an idiot.”Finally, Liz and Rico chat with listener Nikki who’s trying to decide if she should stay at her stressful job or leave for a new gig, even though she may be addicted to the adrenaline of her current situation.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re @SafeFor Work. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're @SSLiz and @RicoGagliano. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on Apple Podcasts or Art19.THE SONG “I’M FROM FURTHER NORTH THAN YOU” IS WRITTEN AND PUBLISHED BY DAVID GEDGE &amp; SIMON CLEAVE. THE PUBLISHING OF GEDGE AND CLEAVE IS ADMINISTERED BY SENTRIC MUSIC OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND EIRE, EXCEPT FOR IN CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, WHERE IT IS ADMINISTERED BY SUPERIOR MUSIC.THE SONG “RACHEL” IS WRITTEN AND PUBLISHED BY DAVID GEDGE / PATRICK ALEXANDER / CHARLES LAYTON / SAMUEL BEER-PEARCE. THE PUBLISHING OF GEDGE, ALEXANDER, LAYTON AND&nbsp; BEER-PEARCE IS ADMINISTERED BY SENTRIC MUSIC OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED KINGDOM AND EIRE, EXCEPT FOR IN CANADA AND THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, WHERE IT IS ADMINISTERED BY SUPERIOR MUSIC.From our sponsors:&nbsp;Right now, Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to Sakara.com/safe.

Tips For A Lasting Creative Career

It’s vampire time!&nbsp;Yes, it’s a weird way to introduce this episode. But we’re not talking about the Bram Stoker version of vampires. This episode is all about the kind of people (fully alive, not undead) who suck the joy and energy out of your work day, i.e. the “paranoids,” “histrionics” and “narcissists” that inevitably infiltrate most offices.In that vein, we’re taking a page, literally, from the book, “<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Emotional-Vampires-Dealing-People-Drain/dp/0071352597" target="_blank">Emotional Vampires: Dealing with People Who Drain You Dry</a>” by Albert Bernstein. And joining us for a chat about how to throw open the curtains and burn these beasts with sunlight is the hilarious <a href="https://itsakilahobviously.com/" target="_blank">Akilah Hughes</a>. She’s co-host of Crooked Media’s daily podcast “<a href="https://crooked.com/podcast-series/what-a-day/" target="_blank">What A Day</a>,” the author of a new memoir “<a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/531147/obviously-by-akilah-hughes/" target="_blank">Obviously: Stories From My Timeline</a>,” a television correspondent for multiple networks, and just for kicks she’s also a popular <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/smoothiefreak#_=_" target="_blank">YouTuber</a>, stand-up comic and former Disney World employee. Workplace-wise, Akilah has seen it all.&nbsp;Then, listener Sara is competing with her subordinate for a new job--which is awkward, to say the least. And listener Cassie is trying to deal with being laid off, but having to stay in her company to train the new team. OUCH. Liz and Rico have some thoughts for Cassie on how to stay positive in this tough work situation.&nbsp;Last but not least, Liz and Rico read a letter from a listener who has been banned from every breakroom in her office, which makes us wonder if this anonymous listener has asked themselves why?As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re <a href="https://twitter.com/safeforwork" target="_blank">@SafeFor Work</a>. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're <a href="https://twitter.com/ssliz" target="_blank">@SSLiz</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/RicoGagliano" target="_blank">@RicoGagliano</a>. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/satellite-sisters/id443780324?mt=2" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://art19.com/shows/satellite-sisters" target="_blank">Art19</a>. From our sponsors:Try Freshbooks for FREE for 30 days at <a href="http://freshbooks.com/safe" target="_blank">freshbooks.com/safe</a> and enter Safe For Work in the "How Did You Hear About Us?" section to get started.

It’s vampire time!&nbsp;Yes, it’s a weird way to introduce this episode. But we’re not talking about the Bram Stoker version of vampires. This episode is all about the kind of people (fully alive, not undead) who suck the joy and energy out of your work day, i.e. the “paranoids,” “histrionics” and “narcissists” that inevitably infiltrate most offices.In that vein, we’re taking a page, literally, from the book, “Emotional Vampires: Dealing with People Who Drain You Dry” by Albert Bernstein. And joining us for a chat about how to throw open the curtains and burn these beasts with sunlight is the hilarious Akilah Hughes. She’s co-host of Crooked Media’s daily podcast “What A Day,” the author of a new memoir “Obviously: Stories From My Timeline,” a television correspondent for multiple networks, and just for kicks she’s also a popular YouTuber, stand-up comic and former Disney World employee. Workplace-wise, Akilah has seen it all.&nbsp;Then, listener Sara is competing with her subordinate for a new job--which is awkward, to say the least. And listener Cassie is trying to deal with being laid off, but having to stay in her company to train the new team. OUCH. Liz and Rico have some thoughts for Cassie on how to stay positive in this tough work situation.&nbsp;Last but not least, Liz and Rico read a letter from a listener who has been banned from every breakroom in her office, which makes us wonder if this anonymous listener has asked themselves why?As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re @SafeFor Work. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're @SSLiz and @RicoGagliano. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on Apple Podcasts or Art19.From our sponsors:Try Freshbooks for FREE for 30 days at freshbooks.com/safe and enter Safe For Work in the "How Did You Hear About Us?" section to get started.

How To Deal With Soul-Sucking Workplace Archetypes

The School of Greatness with Lewis Howes is the best place to learn how to dream bigger, live better, and make an impact.&nbsp;The show features conversations with world-class game changers, and dives into topics from entrepreneurship and inspiration, to health and relationships.Subscribe today at: <a href="http://wondery.fm/safeforworkSOG" target="_blank">wondery.fm/safeforworkSOG</a>

The School of Greatness with Lewis Howes is the best place to learn how to dream bigger, live better, and make an impact.&nbsp;The show features conversations with world-class game changers, and dives into topics from entrepreneurship and inspiration, to health and relationships.Subscribe today at: wondery.fm/safeforworkSOG

Wondery Presents: The School of Greatness

Today we’re doing our favorite thing--taking your calls for (almost) the whole episode! We had so many great emails, that we wanted some extra time to chat work dilemmas with y’all. And while Liz and Rico love giving advice, it’s great when we can learn a few things from our callers.&nbsp;&nbsp;Case in point, up first is listener Luc, who is having trouble choosing between two great job offers. Luc is also transgender and was kind enough to pass along the following workplace resources for the trans community:&nbsp;Learn how to update your documents:&nbsp;<a href="https://transequality.org/documents" target="_blank">The National Center For Transgender Equality</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Know Your Rights at work:&nbsp;<a href="https://transgenderlawcenter.org/resources/employment/know-your-rights-transgender-employment-law" target="_blank">Transgender Law Center&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.thetaskforce.org/" target="_blank">National LGBTQ Task Force</a>&nbsp;Legal help:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lambdalegal.org/" target="_blank">Lambda Legal</a><a href="http://www.transgenderlegal.org/" target="_blank">Transgender Legal Defense &amp; Education Fund</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://transequality.org/issues/resources/trans-legal-services-network-directory" target="_blank">The National Center For Transgender Equality</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Then, listener Carol wonders whether she should take the leap and go for some management training, when she’s not sure if being a manager is her cup of tea.&nbsp;And in this week’s MInd the Gap segment, Liz and Rico debate whether you should use emojis in work emails.&nbsp;Last but not least, we hear from listener Liliana, who is torn about whether to take a work opportunity that’s in line with her career trajectory, but not her pay grade. As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re <a href="https://twitter.com/safeforwork" target="_blank">@SafeFor Work</a>. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're <a href="https://twitter.com/ssliz" target="_blank">@SSLiz</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/RicoGagliano" target="_blank">@RicoGagliano</a>. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/satellite-sisters/id443780324?mt=2" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://art19.com/shows/satellite-sisters" target="_blank">Art19</a>.

Today we’re doing our favorite thing--taking your calls for (almost) the whole episode! We had so many great emails, that we wanted some extra time to chat work dilemmas with y’all. And while Liz and Rico love giving advice, it’s great when we can learn a few things from our callers.&nbsp;&nbsp;Case in point, up first is listener Luc, who is having trouble choosing between two great job offers. Luc is also transgender and was kind enough to pass along the following workplace resources for the trans community:&nbsp;Learn how to update your documents:&nbsp;The National Center For Transgender Equality&nbsp;&nbsp;Know Your Rights at work:&nbsp;Transgender Law Center&nbsp;National LGBTQ Task Force&nbsp;Legal help:&nbsp;Lambda LegalTransgender Legal Defense &amp; Education Fund&nbsp;The National Center For Transgender Equality&nbsp;&nbsp;Then, listener Carol wonders whether she should take the leap and go for some management training, when she’s not sure if being a manager is her cup of tea.&nbsp;And in this week’s MInd the Gap segment, Liz and Rico debate whether you should use emojis in work emails.&nbsp;Last but not least, we hear from listener Liliana, who is torn about whether to take a work opportunity that’s in line with her career trajectory, but not her pay grade.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re @SafeFor Work. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're @SSLiz and @RicoGagliano. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on Apple Podcasts or Art19.

We’re Taking Your Calls, Dear Listeners!

Listen to Dying for Sex at <a href="http://wondery.fm/DFS9" target="_blank">wondery.fm/DFS9</a>.When she’s diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer, Molly decides to do something bold: she leaves her unhappy marriage and embarks on a series of sexual adventures to help her feel alive. These experiences are beyond anything she could have imagined, so she shares the details with her closest friend, host Nikki Boyer. The two best friends dissect these hilarious, often touching stories. And they growing even closer as they share Molly's journey together. From Wondery, the makers of The Shrink Next Door and Imagined Life, Dying for Sex is a six-part series about friendship, death, sex, and what you do with the time you have left.

Listen to Dying for Sex at wondery.fm/DFS9.When she’s diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer, Molly decides to do something bold: she leaves her unhappy marriage and embarks on a series of sexual adventures to help her feel alive. These experiences are beyond anything she could have imagined, so she shares the details with her closest friend, host Nikki Boyer. The two best friends dissect these hilarious, often touching stories. And they growing even closer as they share Molly's journey together. From Wondery, the makers of The Shrink Next Door and Imagined Life, Dying for Sex is a six-part series about friendship, death, sex, and what you do with the time you have left.

Introducing Dying for Sex

We’re starting today’s show with a question that hasn’t popped up in our inbox before: Should you be clean-shaven in your professional profile pictures? Listener Scott posed this to us in an email, and he’s calling in for a discussion on facial hair and whether that affects your chances of getting hired. And no, it really shouldn’t matter.&nbsp;Then, we address the subject of allyship both in and out of the office. What’s a success partner? How are they different? For more on that, we’re reaching out to <a href="http://mindaharts.com/" target="_blank">Minda Hartz</a>, one of the most interesting voices giving career advice out there. Minda started The Memo — a website that provides a forum and guidance for women of color in the workplace. She also has a new book entitled, “<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Memo-Women-Color-Secure-Table-ebook/dp/B07L2WRVSW" target="_blank">The Memo: What Women of Color Need To Know To Secure a Seat at the table</a>.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;And we end this episode with a letter from listener Sean, who had some high hopes for a promotion. Since his company’s merger, management has gone radio silent, about his new position. Liz and Rico chat about what that could mean for Sean’s job.&nbsp;&nbsp;As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re <a href="https://twitter.com/safeforwork" target="_blank">@SafeFor Work</a>. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're <a href="https://twitter.com/ssliz" target="_blank">@SSLiz</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/RicoGagliano" target="_blank">@RicoGagliano</a>. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/satellite-sisters/id443780324?mt=2" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://art19.com/shows/satellite-sisters" target="_blank">Art19</a>. From our sponsors:&nbsp;Right now, Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to <a href="https://www.sakara.com/safe?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=safeforwork" target="_blank">Sakara.com/safe</a>.

We’re starting today’s show with a question that hasn’t popped up in our inbox before: Should you be clean-shaven in your professional profile pictures? Listener Scott posed this to us in an email, and he’s calling in for a discussion on facial hair and whether that affects your chances of getting hired. And no, it really shouldn’t matter.&nbsp;Then, we address the subject of allyship both in and out of the office. What’s a success partner? How are they different?For more on that, we’re reaching out to Minda Hartz, one of the most interesting voices giving career advice out there. Minda started The Memo — a website that provides a forum and guidance for women of color in the workplace. She also has a new book entitled, “The Memo: What Women of Color Need To Know To Secure a Seat at the table.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;And we end this episode with a letter from listener Sean, who had some high hopes for a promotion. Since his company’s merger, management has gone radio silent, about his new position. Liz and Rico chat about what that could mean for Sean’s job.&nbsp;&nbsp;As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re @SafeFor Work. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're @SSLiz and @RicoGagliano. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on Apple Podcasts or Art19.From our sponsors:&nbsp;Right now, Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to Sakara.com/safe.

Facial Hair At Work: Yay or Nay?

Getting offered a promotion is supposed to be a good thing. It means your hard work is paying off and your employers are taking notice. But what if, along with all the responsibilities and pressure that comes with moving up to management, the person who’s position you’re filling is now your subordinate. In short, you’re doing a switcheroo with your boss.&nbsp;That’s exactly what our listener Ashley is preparing for. Today, we’re opening the show with her call, so Liz and Rico can give some tips on how to take charge, especially if her former boss doesn’t want to pass the baton.&nbsp;Then, we hear from listener Stephanie who was recently let go from her job in a pretty terrible way. And for our Work Pop segment, we’re going to further discuss how to *not* fire someone, with a look at a scene from the sports movie, “Moneyball.”&nbsp;Last but not least, we’re getting some intel about Google nightmares with fellow podcaster and former Google employee <a href="https://themoth.org/storytellers/sam-dingman" target="_blank">Sam Dingman</a>. Dingman is the host of the podcast, <a href="https://familyghostspodcast.com/" target="_blank">Family Ghosts</a>.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re <a href="https://twitter.com/safeforwork" target="_blank">@SafeFor Work</a>. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're <a href="https://twitter.com/ssliz" target="_blank">@SSLiz</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/RicoGagliano" target="_blank">@RicoGagliano</a>. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/satellite-sisters/id443780324?mt=2" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://art19.com/shows/satellite-sisters" target="_blank">Art19</a>.

Getting offered a promotion is supposed to be a good thing. It means your hard work is paying off and your employers are taking notice. But what if, along with all the responsibilities and pressure that comes with moving up to management, the person who’s position you’re filling is now your subordinate. In short, you’re doing a switcheroo with your boss.&nbsp;That’s exactly what our listener Ashley is preparing for. Today, we’re opening the show with her call, so Liz and Rico can give some tips on how to take charge, especially if her former boss doesn’t want to pass the baton.&nbsp;Then, we hear from listener Stephanie who was recently let go from her job in a pretty terrible way. And for our Work Pop segment, we’re going to further discuss how to *not* fire someone, with a look at a scene from the sports movie, “Moneyball.”&nbsp;Last but not least, we’re getting some intel about Google nightmares with fellow podcaster and former Google employee Sam Dingman. Dingman is the host of the podcast, Family Ghosts.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re @SafeFor Work. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're @SSLiz and @RicoGagliano. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on Apple Podcasts or Art19.

What To Do When Your Boss Becomes Your Subordinate

Liz and Rico are advice givers by trade, but that doesn’t mean they’re equipped to give advice about how best to *ask for* advice.&nbsp;&nbsp;So, since getting the advice you need is a pretty important step in anyone’s work life, we called writer Anna Goldfarb, an expert on that subject. She wrote the article entitled, “<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/17/smarter-living/the-right-way-to-ask-can-i-pick-your-brain.html" target="_blank">The right way to ask ‘Can I Pick Your Brain?’</a>” and is giving five ground rules for advice seekers in five-ish minutes. It’s a classic SFW segment we like to call “5-in-5.”Then, we’re getting into Lingo Bingo, which includes some not-so-pretty office jargon like “cannibalize.” Graphic! And we’ll also hear from listener Pam, who’s having some trouble escaping an overly-talkative colleague.Finally, listener Elizabeth, who was a caller from the show’s early days, has gotten a great job since her first chat with us. Now, she needs some advice on how to get more paid time off (A.K.A. our favorite version of time off).As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re <a href="https://twitter.com/safeforwork" target="_blank">@SafeFor Work</a>. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're <a href="https://twitter.com/ssliz" target="_blank">@SSLiz</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/RicoGagliano" target="_blank">@RicoGagliano</a>. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/satellite-sisters/id443780324?mt=2" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://art19.com/shows/satellite-sisters" target="_blank">Art19</a>.

Liz and Rico are advice givers by trade, but that doesn’t mean they’re equipped to give advice about how best to *ask for* advice.&nbsp;&nbsp;So, since getting the advice you need is a pretty important step in anyone’s work life, we called writer Anna Goldfarb, an expert on that subject. She wrote the article entitled, “The right way to ask ‘Can I Pick Your Brain?’” and is giving five ground rules for advice seekers in five-ish minutes. It’s a classic SFW segment we like to call “5-in-5.”Then, we’re getting into Lingo Bingo, which includes some not-so-pretty office jargon like “cannibalize.” Graphic! And we’ll also hear from listener Pam, who’s having some trouble escaping an overly-talkative colleague.Finally, listener Elizabeth, who was a caller from the show’s early days, has gotten a great job since her first chat with us. Now, she needs some advice on how to get more paid time off (A.K.A. our favorite version of time off).As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re @SafeFor Work. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're @SSLiz and @RicoGagliano. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on Apple Podcasts or Art19.

How To Ask For Advice Without the Old 'Picking Someone's Brain'

It seems like it oughta be the dream position for an employee: You’re doing a gig you kinda like, but maybe they don’t pay you enough, or give you enough of a benefits package…&nbsp; And then, you get another job offer.&nbsp;&nbsp; At last, you’re in the catbird seat! If your current gig wants to keep you, they’re gonna have to sweeten the pot. Then the new gig will offer even more to steal you! But then you’re gonna need to somehow play these two employers off each other without either of them resenting you for it. Here to guide us through that tightrope walk is <a href="https://annagoldfarb.com/" target="_blank">Anna Goldfarb</a>. She writes about relationships, careers and pop psychology for V<a href="https://www.vice.com/en_us/contributor/anna-goldfarb" target="_blank">ice</a>, <a href="https://medium.com/@AnnaGoldfarb" target="_blank">Medium</a> and <a href="https://www.thecut.com/author/anna-goldfarb/" target="_blank">The Cut</a>. Anna also wrote the New York Times article, “<a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/26/smarter-living/how-to-gracefully-leverage-an-outside-job-offer.html" target="_blank">How to Gracefully Leverage an Outside Job Offer</a>.” Then, we’re playing Lingo Bingo which includes some controversy about the word “optics.” And later, we hear from listener Wendy who needs a game plan on how to leave her first job out of college. Finally, Liz and Rico chat with listener Ellen, who is having a tough time with the receptionist at her new job. As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re <a href="https://twitter.com/safeforwork" target="_blank">@SafeFor Work</a>. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're <a href="https://twitter.com/ssliz" target="_blank">@SSLiz</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/RicoGagliano" target="_blank">@RicoGagliano</a>. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/satellite-sisters/id443780324?mt=2" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://art19.com/shows/satellite-sisters" target="_blank">Art19</a>.

It seems like it oughta be the dream position for an employee: You’re doing a gig you kinda like, but maybe they don’t pay you enough, or give you enough of a benefits package…&nbsp;And then, you get another job offer.&nbsp;&nbsp;At last, you’re in the catbird seat! If your current gig wants to keep you, they’re gonna have to sweeten the pot. Then the new gig will offer even more to steal you!But then you’re gonna need to somehow play these two employers off each other without either of them resenting you for it. Here to guide us through that tightrope walk is Anna Goldfarb. She writes about relationships, careers and pop psychology for Vice, Medium and The Cut. Anna also wrote the New York Times article, “How to Gracefully Leverage an Outside Job Offer.”Then, we’re playing Lingo Bingo which includes some controversy about the word “optics.” And later, we hear from listener Wendy who needs a game plan on how to leave her first job out of college. Finally, Liz and Rico chat with listener Ellen, who is having a tough time with the receptionist at her new job.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re @SafeFor Work. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're @SSLiz and @RicoGagliano. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on Apple Podcasts or Art19.

How to Leverage An Outside Offer... with Grace

We hear from a lot of listeners about the disconnect between their corporate culture and what the company SAYS their culture is.&nbsp;&nbsp;For example, we recently had a caller named <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/wondery/safe-for-work/e/65718526" target="_blank">Carly</a> who said her managers ruled by shame and fear but their corporate values called for them to be “Courgeously Forthright,” which would be hilarious if it weren’t so hard on people.&nbsp;&nbsp;So when we got an email from a company named <a href="https://www.tuthill.com/" target="_blank">Tuthill</a> about how they were shaping their culture, it got our attention. <a href="https://www.thesearchforaliveness.com/the-team/chad-gabriel/" target="_blank">Chad Gabriel</a> is Tuthill’s “Sherpa of Purpose” and he’s the host/narrator of the docu-series <a href="https://www.thesearchforaliveness.com/" target="_blank">The Search For Aliveness.</a> Today, Chad shares how being an actual human at the office can be good for everyone on the team.Then Liz and Rico analyze a clip from the NBC sitcom, “Superstore.” And discuss what that show says about giving feedback to employees.&nbsp;And later, we read a letter from a listener who’s having a hard time getting hired because of the stigma that comes with being a military spouse. For some advice from a person who’s been there, Liz and Rico turn to Erin of the blog, “<a href="https://deploymentdiatribes.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">The Deployment Diatribes</a>.” Erin talks about her own experience being a military spouse and gives some tips on how to land a job, even if you have to move around a lot in service of your country. One of the resources Erin recommends is <a href="https://mycaa.militaryonesource.mil/mycaa" target="_blank">My Career Advancement Account</a>.&nbsp;And last but not least we’ll hear from listener Catherine, all the way in New Zealand! Catherine is looking to make a career change and wants to know if she’s on the right path to take the leap.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re <a href="https://twitter.com/safeforwork" target="_blank">@SafeFor Work</a>. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're <a href="https://twitter.com/ssliz" target="_blank">@SSLiz</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/RicoGagliano" target="_blank">@RicoGagliano</a>. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/satellite-sisters/id443780324?mt=2" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://art19.com/shows/satellite-sisters" target="_blank">Art19</a>.

We hear from a lot of listeners about the disconnect between their corporate culture and what the company SAYS their culture is.&nbsp;&nbsp;For example, we recently had a caller named Carly who said her managers ruled by shame and fear but their corporate values called for them to be “Courgeously Forthright,” which would be hilarious if it weren’t so hard on people.&nbsp;&nbsp;So when we got an email from a company named Tuthill about how they were shaping their culture, it got our attention. Chad Gabriel is Tuthill’s “Sherpa of Purpose” and he’s the host/narrator of the docu-series The Search For Aliveness. Today, Chad shares how being an actual human at the office can be good for everyone on the team.Then Liz and Rico analyze a clip from the NBC sitcom, “Superstore.” And discuss what that show says about giving feedback to employees.&nbsp;And later, we read a letter from a listener who’s having a hard time getting hired because of the stigma that comes with being a military spouse. For some advice from a person who’s been there, Liz and Rico turn to Erin of the blog, “The Deployment Diatribes.” Erin talks about her own experience being a military spouse and gives some tips on how to land a job, even if you have to move around a lot in service of your country. One of the resources Erin recommends is My Career Advancement Account.&nbsp;And last but not least we’ll hear from listener Catherine, all the way in New Zealand! Catherine is looking to make a career change and wants to know if she’s on the right path to take the leap.As always, if you've got a burning workplace question and need some advice, don't hesitate to send us an email (that email, unsurprisingly, is also Safe@Wondery.com). You can also find us on Twitter, we’re @SafeFor Work. Don't forget to follow our sage hosts on Twitter, too; they're @SSLiz and @RicoGagliano. And if you want to check out Liz’s other show, Satellite Sisters, you can find it on Apple Podcasts or Art19.

Creating Positive Work Culture

How do you speak up without bragging? What do you do if your boss takes credit for your idea? Should you use a standing desk or sitting desk? Corporate MVP Liz Dolan and Rico Gagliano (former host of "Dinner Party Download") help you make the big decisions, sort through the small stuff, and get more fulfillment from your work life. Liz is the former head of marketing for Nike, NatGeo, and the Oprah Winfrey Network, while Rico learned about the workplace as a former reporter for Marketplace and a contributor to the Wall Street Journal. Liz and Rico will talk to expert guests and take your calls, will help you find happiness in your work life and answer your burning workplace questions. Or maybe once you've heard other callers' problems, you'll realize that yours aren’t that bad after all. Safe for Work: job stress, life relief.

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