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What do you do when your brand-new hire texts you… asking to push their start date back… because they got arrested? In Episode 29 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Morgan, and Emma are back reacting to some of the most chaotic hiring stories yet — including a guy who spent his first week of work in jail, an employee stealing during onboarding, and someone literally hiding under their desk to vape. This episode is pure chaos from start to finish. You’ll hear: – A new hire who got arrested before Day One… and still came back – Someone stealing a wallet during onboarding paperwork – An employee hiding under their desk just to vape – A candidate who lied about a degree… and asked for “flexibility” – And a guy fired on Day One for thinking he knew more than the entire company These stories are wild — but they reveal deeper truths about hiring, character, and the cost of skipping due diligence. 💸 Think you’ve heard worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000. Key Takeaways: • Skipping background checks can backfire instantly • Character issues show up fast — sometimes on Day One • Confidence without humility is a major red flag • Bad hires don’t just fail — they disrupt everything • Sometimes the craziest stories start before the job even begins ⸻ Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod 🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire — Sponsored by BChex: Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered. www.bchex.io — 🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

What do you do when a new hire shows up to orientation… drunk… at a substance abuse treatment center?In Episode 28 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Morgan, and Emma react to some of the most ridiculous and unbelievable hiring stories yet — including a contractor who couldn’t make it through day one sober, a candidate who brought his mom to the interview (for a very specific reason), and a bookkeeper who secretly paid himself double for an entire year.This episode is chaotic, hilarious, and a little bit painful.You’ll hear:– A contractor who showed up drunk to orientation… and kept drinking during it– A candidate whose mom interrupted the interview to ask for money for her teeth– A toxic high performer who crushed culture from the inside– A company leader unknowingly creating a negative workplace– A bookkeeper who paid himself TWO checks every week for a yearThese stories aren’t just wild — they’re reminders of how easily trust can be broken and how important it is to hire with both skill and character in mind.💸 Think you’ve heard worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000.⸻Key Takeaways:• Just because something “should be obvious” doesn’t mean it is.• High performance doesn’t excuse toxic behavior.• Leadership attitude directly shapes company culture.• Trust without verification can be extremely costly.• The wrong hire can hurt more than just productivity.⸻Connect with Us:🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire—Sponsored by BChex:Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered.www.bchex.io—🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

What do you do when a candidate shows up to a job interview… completely naked? In Episode 27 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Nathan, and Emma are back reacting to some of the most unbelievable hiring stories yet — including a Zoom interview that instantly went off the rails, a toxic employee who thought he was above everyone, and a hire who couldn’t complete the most basic part of their job. This episode is chaotic, hilarious, and painfully real. You’ll hear: – A candidate who stayed naked during a Zoom interview… even after being told – A junior employee who tried to go behind his boss’s back and take his job – An admin who couldn’t even write down a phone number – A referral hire who completely self-destructed in the interview – And a toxic employee whose ego eventually caused a major company issue These stories aren’t just ridiculous — they’re reminders of how attitude, awareness, and accountability matter just as much as skill. 💸 Think you’ve heard worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000. ⸻ Key Takeaways: • Confidence without competence is dangerous. • Ego can destroy team culture fast. • Basic responsibilities matter more than you think. • Interviews reveal more than résumés ever will. • The smallest red flags often lead to the biggest problems. ⸻ Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod 🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire — Sponsored by BChex: Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered. www.bchex.io — 🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

What do you do when an employee literally follows you home… and starts asking security about your personal life? In this episode of The Bad Hire, Ken, Nathan, and Morgan react to some of the most unsettling, bizarre, and downright unbelievable hiring stories yet — including one that crosses the line from bad hire… to genuinely creepy.  From a candidate inventing his own language mid-interview to a paralegal who deleted critical legal records instead of doing his job, this episode is packed with chaos, confusion, and a few surprisingly wholesome moments. You’ll hear: – An employee who followed his boss home and questioned security about her life – A candidate who conducted an entire interview in a made-up language – A senior employee involved in a criminal investigation… who got saved by leadership – A paralegal who deleted medical records instead of summarizing them – A guy who showed up late, ignored emails, and still thought he could “make his own hours” Some of these are funny. Some are shocking. And some are straight-up alarming. These aren’t just wild stories — they’re reminders of why hiring decisions matter more than you think. 💸 Think you’ve heard worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000. Key Takeaways: • Sometimes red flags aren’t subtle — they’re screaming at you. • Skills don’t matter if behavior is unpredictable or unsafe. • Hiring under pressure almost always backfires. • Leadership decisions can make or break outcomes. • Not every “bad hire” is harmless — some are serious risks. ⸻ Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod 🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire — Sponsored by BChex: Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered. www.bchex.io — 🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

What happens when a candidate lies in an interview… fails the background check… and then accidentally leaves a 10-minute voicemail screaming at her dad? In Episode 25 of The Bad Hire, Ken is joined by Emma and Corey to react to more outrageous hiring stories — from accidental email disasters to interviews that should’ve never happened in the first place. This episode is full of moments where one small mistake turns into a massive problem. You’ll hear: – A candidate who forgot to hang up… exposing everything on voicemail – A call center applicant afraid of phones, computers, and learning – A hiring mistake that accidentally accepted every applicant named Kevin – A redemption story that proves the right company can change someone’s life – A training mishap that triggered fire trucks at 3AM – Why honesty (or lack of it) can make or break your chances These stories aren’t just funny — they reveal how quickly things can go wrong when details are overlooked or integrity is missing. 💸 Got a story that tops this? Submit it at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000. Key Takeaways: • Lying in an interview will almost always catch up to you. • Small mistakes (like not hanging up) can have big consequences. • Hiring is as much about character as it is about qualifications. • Systems and double-checking matter more than you think. • Great companies don’t just hire — they can transform lives. ⸻ Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod 🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire — Sponsored by BChex: Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered. www.bchex.io — 🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

What do you do when two employees are days away from full-time offers… and instead of waiting for their background checks they steal company mascot costumes, hop on a golf cart, flip off every security camera, and disappear forever? In Episode 23 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Nathan, and Emma react to some of the strangest listener-submitted hiring disasters yet — from drug test cheating schemes to candidates who vanish without a trace. This episode covers everything from bizarre workplace behavior to deeper lessons about hiring judgment, accountability, and the surprising ways candidates can sabotage their own careers. You’ll hear: – Two contractors who torched their careers in mascot costumes – Employees trying to microwave pee at a gas station to cheat drug tests – A coding bootcamp grad demanding a $140K salary with zero experience – A perfect candidate who disappeared… and resurfaced months later launching a startup – A salon employee who tanked team morale and had to be fired – An engineer who claimed he built “all of it” — but never wrote a single line of code These aren’t just ridiculous stories — they’re reminders that hiring decisions shape culture, risk, and the success of your entire team. 💸 Think you’ve seen worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000. Key Takeaways: • Bad decisions can erase great opportunities overnight. • Confidence without competence eventually gets exposed. • Hiring mistakes rarely stay isolated — they affect the whole team. • Ghosting happens on both sides of the hiring process. • A great résumé doesn’t always equal real experience. ⸻ Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod 🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire — Sponsored by BChex: Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered. www.bchex.io — 🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

What do you do when a candidate looks you dead in the eye during an interview and says, “I don’t get mad… I get even”? In Episode 24 of The Bad Hire, Ken is joined by Morgan and Corey to break down more unbelievable hiring stories — from candidates who sabotage their own interviews to employees who shouldn’t have made it past day one. This episode dives into the moments where everything seems perfect… until one answer, one action, or one decision completely derails it. You’ll hear: – A candidate who proudly admitted to sabotaging a coworker – An applicant who flipped off their interviewer… and still got the job – A “hostile work environment” that was really just… using a computer – A new hire from Netflix who didn’t show up to work (and asked for remote… pre-COVID) – Why big-name résumés can trick hiring teams – The surprising number of people afraid to share their hiring horror stories publicly These stories aren’t just entertaining — they’re reminders of how quickly red flags can surface and how important it is to trust them. 💸 Think you’ve seen worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000. Key Takeaways: • One answer can completely change an interview outcome. • Red flags often show up when candidates get comfortable. • Big-name companies on a résumé don’t guarantee performance. • Hiring mistakes cost time, energy, and team morale. • Trust your instincts — they’re usually right. ⸻ Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod 🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire — Sponsored by BChex: Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered. www.bchex.io — 🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

Seven DUIs. Cocaine use. And somehow… still applying for the job. In Episode 22 of The Bad Hire, Ken Monroe is joined by Nathan and special guest William Capps, an HR Manager from Charlotte, North Carolina, to break down some of the wildest hiring stories yet. From shocking background checks to employees who disappear after a week, this episode dives deep into the reality of hiring — where red flags are often hiding in plain sight. But it’s not all horror stories. The conversation also explores redemption arcs, second chances, and the tough decisions HR leaders have to make when someone just isn’t the right fit. You’ll hear stories about: • A candidate with seven DUIs on his record • Drug use showing up during the hiring process • Employees who ghost the job after less than a week • Background checks that reveal far more than expected • Why honesty during hiring matters more than ever • The lessons HR professionals learn the hard way These stories aren’t just outrageous — they’re cautionary tales for anyone responsible for hiring. 💰 Think you’ve got a crazier story? Submit it at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000.

He missed his first day of work. Then missed the next. Got terminated for attendance. And called back 15 minutes later asking if they were hiring. In Episode 20 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Emma, and Morgan react to an entire episode of listener-submitted chaos — and these stories absolutely deliver. From a forklift driver with sudden “amnesia” to a vertigo excuse that unraveled at trivia night, to offshore hiring gone sideways and a $150K “benchwarmer” during COVID, this episode proves reality is stranger than fiction. You’ll hear: – The forklift driver who couldn’t find work… three days after orientation – The employee who claimed vertigo but was spotted out at trivia night – A group Zoom interview with ten candidates sharing one screen – Offshore supervision that turned into a net negative – A $150K hire who wasn’t given a single task for two years – The boldest “are you hiring?” phone call ever recorded These aren’t just bad hires — they’re lessons in red flags, process failures, and the cost of cutting corners. 💸 Think you’ve got worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000. Key Takeaways: • Early red flags rarely improve with time. • Hiring shortcuts create long-term headaches. • Remote work without accountability can spiral fast. • Treat every candidate with equal standards — no matter where they’re located. • Some bad hires fire themselves. ⸻ Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod 🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire — Sponsored by BChex: Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered. www.bchex.io — 🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

What do you do when a brand-new hire claims her brother died… gets paid bereavement leave… and then you find out he’s very much alive?In Episode 20 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Morgan, and Emma are back on the couch reacting to some of the wildest listener-submitted stories yet — from ghost-haunted interviews to arson confessions and a benefits manager who disappeared after cashing her check.This episode is chaotic in the best way.You’ll hear:– A candidate who screamed about ghosts during a job interview– An identical twin “magician” trying to reapply in disguise– A felon trying to turn his life around at a job fair– A designer who admitted she burned her cheating boyfriend’s house down– A hire who quietly eroded team morale from the inside– And a benefits manager who faked a death in the family for paid time offThese aren’t just bizarre stories — they’re lessons about trust, accountability, culture fit, and the true cost of ignoring red flags.💸 Think you’ve heard worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000.Key Takeaways:• Early red flags rarely fix themselves.• Culture fit matters more than résumé polish.• Generosity in leadership can be exploited — but shouldn’t disappear.• Accountability beats overconfidence every time.• Not every bad hire is loud — some slowly unravel your team.⸻Connect with Us:🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire—Sponsored by BChex:Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered.www.bchex.io—🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

Sometimes a “bad hire” is just a bad apple. In Episode 19 of The Bad Hire, Ken and Nathan are joined by special guest Steve Stewart, CEO and co-founder of SongHub, to talk through some of the wildest (and most expensive) hiring disasters he’s seen in both startups and the music industry. From a tour manager who went rogue with a company credit card, to a fake coder who couldn’t code, to a $360K CTO who secretly took a second job—this episode is packed with jaw-dropping stories and hard-won hiring wisdom. Whether you’re building your first team or managing a high-growth startup, this one’s a crash course in hiring red flags, corporate chaos, and the high cost of trusting the wrong person. You’ll hear: – The $15,000 Caribbean getaway that ended in a pink slip – How to spot a resume faker before it’s too late – What happens when a CTO “quiet quits”… for a different company – Why founders need to stop ignoring HR structure – How Steve’s hiring approach changed after losing big 💸 Think you’ve heard worse? Submit your bad hire story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000. Key Takeaways: • Not all risks pay off—especially with hires. • Trust is earned, not assumed. • Your team’s integrity is more valuable than their résumé. • Systems don’t stop fraud, but they expose it faster. • When someone shows you who they are—believe them. ⸻ Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod 🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire — Sponsored by BChex: Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered. www.bchex.io — 🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

How far would someone go to get a raise? In Episode 18 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Nathan, and Emma react to one of the wildest stories yet—about a guy who edited his $60K offer letter… and turned it into $1 million. Plus: a top-secret “government project” excuse, gambling theft, and a hiring manager who refuses to work with anyone wearing the color orange (seriously). You’ll hear: – Why people lie their way into roles they can’t handle – What to do when an employee confesses to a crime – The psychological chaos of firing a “friend” – What a True Colors personality test has to do with oranges – And the worst fake excuse for skipping work—maybe ever 💸 Want to win $10,000? Submit your bad hire story now at TheBadHire.com Key Takeaways: • People don’t always lie for the job—they lie to keep it. • HR isn’t just about rules—it’s about reading people. • Don’t ignore red flags just because they’re “nice.” • If your hiring manager won’t work with someone over a color… fix that. ⸻ Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com 📧 Email: [email protected] 📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod 🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire — Sponsored by BChex: Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered. www.bchex.io — 🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

What happens when a seemingly perfect candidate walks in on day one… and immediately proves she’s not the same person you hired?In Episode 17 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Nathan, and Emma are back to break down some of the wildest real hiring stories submitted by listeners—including a literacy tutor who showed up drunk, a boyfriend who caused total chaos in the lobby, and a moonlighting CTO making $360K… while working full-time for Goldman Sachs.You’ll hear:– A sweet volunteer who brought tea… that wasn’t tea– A boyfriend who peed in the hedges during her interview– A candidate who completely changed personas after getting hired– A CTO hired by investor demand… who never showed up again– And a candidate who tried to get the recruiter fired—for a calendar error💸 Want to win $10,000? Submit your bad hire story now at TheBadHire.comKey Takeaways:• Sometimes the first day is all the red flag you need• Good interview ≠ good employee• External behavior reflects internal dysfunction• Startups need boundaries—especially with investors• “Bad hire” stories are therapy for hiring managers⸻Connect with Us:🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire—Sponsored by BChex:Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered.www.bchex.io—🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

Follow Laura at www.EastSideStaffing.com and ⁨‪@learnwithlaurahr‬ on all platforms!In Episode 16 of The Bad Hire, Ken (CEO of ‪@bchexscreens‬ ) and Nathan are joined by guest Laura Mazzullo (‪@learnwithlaurahr‬ founder of East Side Staffing) for a raw, funny, and practical breakdown of how hiring actually works—and why most teams get it so wrong. From passive-aggressive HR execs to the emotional toll of bad hires, this episode unpacks real lessons from two decades of experience in the hiring world. It’s not just for HR professionals—anyone building a team or running a company needs to hear this. You’ll hear:– Why hiring is a skill that most people never learn– What HR pros get wrong (and how CEOs often make it worse)– The #1 trait every successful hire has in common– How internal recruiters are often set up to fail– The difference between being strategic and being compliant– Why curiosity and humility beat culture fit every time💸 Want to win $10,000? Submit your bad hire story now at TheBadHire.comKey Takeaways:• Hiring isn’t common sense—it’s a developed skill.• You can teach skill. You can’t fake character.• Internal recruiters need more support—not more pressure.• A bad process creates bad hires, not bad people.• Hiring is the front line of culture—and the first place companies fail.⸻Connect with Us:🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire—Sponsored by BChex:Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered.www.bchex.io—🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com

What happens when you blow a $500,000 client shoot… and your boss still takes you to dinner? In Episode 15 of The Bad Hire, Ken and Nathan sit down with guest Hudson, founder of Unify Visual Marketing, to unpack what excellence looks like, even when things fall apart.They talk:– The pressure of hiring in small creative teams– When friends make bad hires– The difference between talent and trust– Why every leader should know their “bad hire” momentAnd yes—Hudson tells the story of how he nearly ruined a half-million dollar client shoot… and came out the other side better for it.💸 Submit your own bad hire story to win $10,000: TheBadHire.comKey Takeaways:• Hiring friends? Always get proof of concept.• Being a great hang doesn’t make someone a great hire.• When things go south, how leaders respond makes all the difference.• Culture fit can matter more than technical skill.⸻Connect with Us:🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com📧 Email: [email protected]📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire—Sponsored by BChex:Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered.www.bchex.io—🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com