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Welcome back to Karma Stories! Today we dive into the r/NuclearRevenge subreddit for some of the most satisfying, high stakes landlord justice you will ever hear. If you have ever dealt with a property manager who refused to do their job or a greedy landlord trying to steal your deposit, this episode is exactly what you need. Our posters today didn't just get mad, they got completely even. From a mind blowing half a million dollar mistake to a scammer losing their Visa, these stories prove that messing with the wrong tenant can cost you everything. Grab your snacks, settle in, and let's get our revenge on!00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories00:23 Story 105:32 Story 209:53 Story 3

What happens when your partner's "harmless" requests turn into massive betrayals? In today's Karma Stories, we uncover a wife's secret affair with a best friend that spans over 9 years of updates, and a jealous boyfriend who takes his insecurities to a terrifying new level at 2:00 AM. Grab a snack and get ready for some of the wildest relationship drama and toxic red flags the internet has to offer.00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories00:27 Story 104:56 Story 1 Update 108:47 Story 1 Update 212:00 Story 216:13 Story 2 Update

Have you ever had a manager that pushed you to the absolute edge? In today's episode of Karma Stories, we are diving into two unbelievable Pro Revenge stories where toxic bosses try to destroy their best employees, only to trigger the ultimate corporate karma. From an illegal firing that backfires spectacularly, to a credit-stealing manager who gets hit with a career-ruining audit, these bosses thought they held all the power... until their victims brought the receipts. Get ready for some incredibly satisfying workplace justice!00:00 Story 112:06 Story 2

Welcome back to Karma Stories! Today we're diving into some epic Malicious Compliance where out-of-touch bosses and micromanaging relatives get exactly what they asked for. From weaponized sick leave to malicious time-tracking, these people knew exactly how to play the rules against the rule-makers. I even spent way too much time learning three words in Welsh just for this episode, so be sure to let me know in the comments how badly I butchered the pronunciation! Don't forget the treadmill challenge: every view adds one meter to my run, and every new subscriber adds 100 meters. Hit that subscribe button and make me work for it!00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories01:24 Story 105:50 Story 209:00 Story 312:06 Story 414:38 Story 516:54 Story 6

Welcome back to another episode of Karma Stories! In today's compilation, we're diving into three glorious tales of Malicious Compliance where demanding people get exactly what they asked for, with disastrous results. First, a micromanaging boss learns the hard way why you shouldn't mess with your most efficient employee's workflow. Then, a narcissistic father trying to play the victim at a family dinner gets served a relentless, multi-course lesson in humility. Finally, a stubborn CEO completely ignores his IT expert's warnings, insisting on a network lockdown that leads to absolute corporate chaos. Grab a snack, settle in, and let's jump right into the drama!00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories00:14 Story 108:14 Story 215:03 Story 3

Welcome back to Karma Stories! In today's insane Reddit saga, a petty workplace grievance over a cane escalates into a literal crime. When an entitled coworker goes from secretly filming OP at a bar to planting an AirTag tracker in her coat to "prove" she's faking a disability, the police finally step in. Settle in for this wild 40-minute ride full of stalking, entitlement, and some incredibly satisfying instant karma!00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories00:30 Story Part 110:43 Story Part 217:01 Story Part 327:15 Story Part 432:14 Story Part 5

Welcome back to Karma Stories! I'm Rob, and today we're diving into the absolute wildest, most facepalm-inducing stories from r/TalesFromTechSupport. If you've ever had to fix a computer for a family member, you know a fraction of the pain these IT pros deal with every single day. From "hackers" with highly unusual methods to users making their own jobs a thousand times harder than they need to be, these stories prove that the biggest glitch in any system is usually sitting right between the chair and the keyboard.Grab a coffee, try not to pull your hair out, and let's jump in!

You will not believe the audacity of the husband in today's r/Marriage story. For six years, this wife played the role of maid, mother, and emotional punching bag to a man who couldn't even make his own appointments. She gave up her own identity to build his. But the moment he secured a high-paying job in a new state, he decided he was "healing" and that meant replacing her in the most humiliating way possible. The way he tries to rewrite history at the end is guaranteed to make your blood boil.Let me know what you think of this heavier episode in the comments. Should we cover more wild stories like this?

Rob reads two Pro Revenge stories from Reddit. In the first, a teaching manager leaves a prestigious digital art school after escalating abuse from an unstable boss, then reports the school for widespread use of pirated Windows and costly software; years later, the ex-boss sues over alleged course theft and an “NDA,” but the judge dismisses the case and orders him to pay the legal fees. In the second, a trans woman is thrown out by her parents and financially sabotaged, so her sister-in-law retaliates by helping her employer replace the father-in-law's lucrative supply contract, timed during a major renovation, which forces the in-laws to sell their half-torn-down house to keep the business afloat.00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories00:21 Story 114:39 Story 2

Two wild Pro Revenge stories in one episode: a renter moves into what should've been a dream place—until a shady landlord starts playing dirty, and the receipts come out. Then, a student with a serious leg condition is pushed past the breaking point by a school that refuses to accommodate basic needs, igniting a fight that reaches the highest levels. Escalations, jaw-dropping behavior, and satisfying consequences—don't miss this one.00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories00:19 Story 112:43 Story 2

Rob shares several FHOA stories about HOA overreach: a surprise Spanish warning sign installed on a homeowner's garage raises issues of who controls exterior walls; a longtime family property is grandfathered out of a huge surrounding HOA and resists pressure to pay dues without risking being pulled under HOA rules; an HOA president/board tries to stop hot-air-balloon landings and bans “aircraft” by board rule amid insurance concerns and federal-law implications; a four-home HOA cuts services and claims it disbanded to drop fees; and a dead pine-tree violation leads to a dispute after someone appears to have trespassed to photograph the tree.00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories00:25 Story 106:24 Story 209:44 Story 316:01 Story 418:59 Story 5

Today's Karma Stories is packed with malicious compliance where bad policies and vague demands blow up fast: a “save 15%” logistics shortcut turns into costly port fees, a work-from-home employee turns a pickup rule into wasted work hours until shipping returns, a call center overcorrects on desk rules and chaos follows, a product launch data dump exposes leadership's decisions, a designer makes a logo hilariously “more noticeable,” an insurance exclusion triggers a massively more expensive workaround, and a hybrid employee becomes aggressively “visible” until the manager backs off. Jump in for satisfying payback, corporate blunders, and consequences served exactly as requested.00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories00:30 Story 103:01 Story 205:27 Story 308:43 Story 411:30 Story 515:05 Story 617:36 Story 7

In this Karma Stories episode, Rob reads two intense Am I the Butthole updates. In the first, a woman in Kenya refuses to give her younger brother half her inherited land after he sold his own share to fund a business that failed; despite pressure from their mother and relatives, she and her older brother decide to keep their titled land, not let the brother build on it, and instead provide a monthly allowance to their mother and brother. In the second, a mother pulls her 13-year-old daughter from a sleepover after being disturbed by a friend's stepdad's behavior, then shares factual concerns with other parents; a group chat spreads the information, the other mom cuts contact, and the girls remain friends but the situation strains the friendship.00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories00:26 Story 104:17 Story 1 Update10:04 Story 215:36 Story 2 Update

This episode features multiple “Tales from the Front Desk” stories where hotel staff confront entitled, careless, or aggressive guests. A newlywed couple tries to check in without ID or a credit card and only gets a room when a high-tier guest agrees to cover incidentals, then room damage is discovered. A hostile guest repeatedly rings and throws a desk bell, gets put on a do-not-rent list, and is ultimately removed in handcuffs after escalating with police. Another story involves a sister-property GM trying to bully staff into granting an employee rate outside proper channels, and a separate mix-up where a couple insists they called the hotel but has arrived at the wrong location. The episode ends with a snowstorm incident where guests demand staff shovel their personal cars despite clear hotel policies.00:00 Welcome to Karma Stories00:27 Story 104:51 Story 208:39 Story 313:03 Story 416:29 Story 5

Today's episode delivers a rapid-fire set of malicious compliance wins: a night-shift guard gets hit with a ridiculous “electricity theft” accusation and flips it back on management, a food-box pickup line-cutter gets shut down by the number system, a teacher “fixes” a grading complaint in the most painful way possible, a warehouse prank quest ends with an unexpected twist, a radio email contest gets automated into chaos, and a boxcar photo rule leads to a compliance submission nobody will forget.00:00 Welcome and Setup00:30 Accused of Stealing Power04:14 Comment Reactions and Host Take05:59 Food Box Line Numbers08:47 Teacher Grade Fix Backfires11:19 The Impossible Plint Ladder13:40 Email Contest Automation16:36 Boxcar Photo Compliance18:40 Wrap Up and Goodbye

Rob from Karma Stories narrates a collection of “I Don't Work Here” tales: a man shovels out neighbors after a snowstorm and a pushy woman assumes he's with the HOA and demands her walkway; a shopper's wife is mistaken for a Walmart employee and insulted; a museum visitor gets asked three times in two hours if they work there; a POS repair tech is pressured to check out a customer on a register being disassembled and a manager confirms they don't work there; two friends buying mannequins during a Kmart closing sale are mistaken for staff while dressing them; a grocery shopper helps someone find strawberries after being mistaken for an employee; a Berlin art gallery visitor is mistaken for a guide; a dog park regular is assumed to be a trainer and ends up hearing an emotional end-of-life dilemma; and an understaffed appliance store mix-up ends wholesomely when a couple helps another customer.00:00 Welcome and Setup00:24 Snow Shoveling Mixup04:29 Walmart Mistaken Employee06:38 Museum Authority Vibes08:55 Register Repair Standoff11:55 Headless Mannequin Kids15:33 Wholesome Strawberry Help16:54 Berlin Art Guide Confusion18:25 Dog Park Heart to Heart21:14 Gaming Store Helpful Couple24:27 Wrap Up and Farewell

In this episode, a 26-year-old woman who is nearly 12 weeks pregnant discovers an explicit Snapchat sent to her husband while he sits nearby, revealing a “best friend” contact and sparking fears of infidelity. After seeking advice and support, she investigates with her sister, consults her uncle (a divorce lawyer), and calmly confronts her husband. He initially lies and blames her pregnancy, but eventually admits to an ongoing affair that began around the time they met through his friend. She plans a divorce, prioritizes protecting her health with STI testing, intends to keep the baby, and focuses on securing her home and child support, leaning on strong family support as she prepares for court.

Enjoy 2 HOURS of Malicious Compliance!This is a compilation of previous episodes all in a 2 hour package for you to play while working, driving or doing things around the house!

In this episode of Karma Stories, Rob reads a new batch of posts from the Entitled Parents subreddit, featuring multiple situations where overbearing or boundary-crossing parents create public drama and put others in uncomfortable positions. Across the stories and comment highlights, the common thread is adults demanding special treatment, refusing accountability, and escalating conflicts in ways that impact kids, partners, and strangers alike, with a focus on how important boundaries and consequences are when dealing with entitled behavior.

Rob shares malicious compliance stories: an overworked employee is pushed into an impossible deadline, stays late to deliver, then uses coaching and boundary setting to force realistic timelines in front of the team and regain control of workload. A UK worker has a small parking expense denied, so they follow travel policy to claim first class, hotel stays, meals, and taxis that cost far more. In a busy deli, an employee is yelled at for looking at a phone, so they take the full uninterrupted break they are owed during the rush. Finally, an IT developer forced to wear a tie complies with a ridiculous one, then takes a confidential side task that is far easier than managers expect.

Today I'm doing something different and reading from a series of family history letters my grandparents wrote in the mid 1990s after I asked what life was like growing up in the 1920s to 1940s and how the world changed. In Installment One, my grandfather recalls early cars, operator run telephones, and gathering around the radio, along with big family Sundays and how WWII forced young men and women to grow up fast. Installment Two shifts to romance as my grandmother tells how she met my grandfather at a Toronto house dance on the eve of her 16th birthday, then they describe how each joined the services during the war. I also read part of Installment Three with vivid childhood summers at a Lake Simcoe cottage, lake adventures, farm work, and roaming freedom.

In this episode of Karma Stories, Rob shares three malicious compliance tales: a manufacturer helps a customer with an urgent order using available stock, only to be publicly criticized, so the company switches to strict “to-the-contract” deliveries, making the customer wait the full 12-week lead time and costing them major downtime. Next, a veteran trucker warns another driver that his hazmat placards are displayed incorrectly, gets brushed off, and later sees him hit with a costly DOT out-of-service ticket. Finally, an aerospace engineer describes how a defense contract required sharing legacy aircraft analysis data with a competitor, leading to escalating demands for more usable formats, until it's revealed the real key is proprietary source code the company owns, helping them secure the lucrative work.Check out our Conservation Area walk on our Personal YouTube Channel!https://youtu.be/aQuQNCvXICc

Recovering from recent oral surgery, Rob shares two tech support stories. In the first, staff spend two days contacting a phone provider to replace a client's “broken” government-issued Android because the screen is too dark, only for the real issue to be the brightness slider turned all the way down. In the second, an MSP tech installs a dual-monitor setup on the computer listed in the accepted quote, then is told by someone onsite to move it to the other computer, without confirming with the requester or getting the person's name. The client later disputes the change, forcing an unbillable return visit, and a follow-up email leads the boss to insist future requests be in writing and handled exactly as documented.

Three Reddit update stories in one episode: a relationship is shaken by a loyalty test gone wrong, another couple hits a breaking point over an unexpected online persona shift, and a final post delivers a much-needed wholesome reminder of what consistent love and effort can look like after years together. Twists, tough choices, and a happy ending to close it out.

I'm back to recording after 3 weeks off recovering from major dental surgery!Today we have some Malicious Compliance!

Security work is usually boring, until you hire a guy who treats the food court like a battlefield. Meet Kevin: a "Mall Ninja" with a resume printed on cardstock, a closet full of internet-bought tactical gear, and zero grip on reality. From conducting "covert ops" in the clothing racks to declaring war on a toddler, this is the story of how one man turned a minimum-wage job into a high-stakes tactical disaster.This episode is from my Fictional Story YouTube channel called Karma Stories Extended.

David, the 'invisible grandchild,' spent his life in the shadow of his wealthier and more popular relatives. But when his grandfather Arthur, a wealthy real estate mogul, passed away, the family found themselves entangled in a web of greed and deception. Dive into David's harrowing journey through his family's greed-fueled battle over an eight-figure estate. Discover the secrets, betrayals, and courtroom drama that unfolded as David fought to honor his grandfather's true wishes against relatives who were willing to play dirty for their piece of the pie. This tale of family feuds, courtroom battles, and ultimate redemption is one you won't want to miss.Full disclosure, this is a Fictional story.

Join Rob as he dives into a listener-submitted story of betrayal, deception, and retribution in the glitzy world of Hollywood. Discover how a famous TV star's career was sabotaged by his trusted agent, Simon, who double-crossed him for kickbacks from a mid-tier production house. From unraveling the sinister plot to orchestrating an FBI sting and dealing with the emotional fallout, this epic tale exposes the dark side of showbiz. Will justice prevail? Watch to find out!

Welcome back to Karma Stories with Rob! In today's episode, dive into some entertaining tales from the malicious compliance subreddit. Hear about a dishwasher who took instructions a little too literally, an employee who decided to 'act their wage' after an unfair performance review, an IT professional dealing with a troublesome printer, and a workplace team that bombarded a stubborn project manager with requests. Don't miss these must-hear stories of people expertly following orders to the letter often with hilarious consequences!

In today's episode of Karma Stories, Rob takes us through compelling tales from the Off My Chest subreddit. From a heart-wrenching account of a woman whose ex-husband's inappropriate behavior led to his disgrace, to the emotional journey of a husband rediscovering love for his wife after neglecting her for years. We also delve into the disturbing dynamics of a relationship strained by insecurity and aggression. Join us as we navigate these intense, impactful stories and reflect on the life lessons they offer.

In today's episode of Karma Stories, Rob dives into two compelling tales from the 'Malicious Compliance' subreddit. The first story reveals how an office manager unearths a massive fraud scheme by an overcharging vendor, leading to a significant policy change and justice served. The second story involves a machinist's battle with a toxic boss filled with micromanagement, bizarre accusations, and hilarious compliance. Join us for these jaw-dropping stories and more as we explore the intricacies of malicious compliance and workplace karma!

Join Rob on Karma Stories as he dives into some entertaining tales from the malicious compliance subreddit. From a council worker cycling 60 miles a day due to absurd new policies to a retail manager overwhelming his clueless boss with trestle tables, these stories are sure to make you laugh out loud. Plus, hear about a clever employee who turned a denied expense claim into a financial victory. Don't miss out on these hilarious and satisfying stories of following orders to the letter!

In this episode, we explore a story about dealing with an unreasonable boss named Jack while battling severe allergies. We also hear about a manager's unfair treatment during a pregnancy, leading to clever retaliation. Lastly, we share the downfall of a boomer manager whose outdated management methods backfired. Tune in for tales of workplace drama and satisfying comeuppance.Check out Jenn's Recovery GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b4120116a or search Karma Stories on the GoFundMe platform!

Dive into stories of inventive revenge in this episode! Hear about a young man's dramatic payback on his bullying coworker in the Canadian oil patch, and experience the hilarity of how a couple tricked an online creep into snorting baking soda. Plus, witness a restaurant worker's clever retribution against a rude, demanding customer. These tales of creativity and justice serve as a satisfying reminder that what goes around truly comes around.Check out Jenn's Recovery GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b4120116a or search Karma Stories on the GoFundMe platform!

In this gripping episode, a seasoned mechanic with over 30 years of experience shares a shocking real-life story about a customer who disregarded crucial repair advice. After declining to fix a dangerous ball joint on her Hyundai Santa Fe, the outcome was inevitable and immediate. Tune in to learn why ignoring professional advice can lead to catastrophic car failures and significant financial losses.Check out Jenn's Recovery GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b4120116a or search Karma Stories on the GoFundMe Platform!

In this episode, we hear about a company dealing with a picky CEO who demands a new photocopier be repainted for aesthetic reasons, followed by several tech support stories involving wireless internet service providers (WISPs), the pitfalls of AI-based troubleshooting, and a belligerent customer who nearly sabotaged his own PC board CAD machine.Send your stories to KarmaStoriesPod@gmail.com

Dive into captivating stories of workplace triumphs and clever comebacks. In this episode, a copywriter finds a way to avoid customer calls forever, a clinical worker hilariously combats a dress code policy, and more tales of malicious compliance that lead to satisfying outcomes. Listen as employees outwit their bosses and navigate complex situations to come out on top.Check out Jenn's Recovery GoFundMe at this link or search "Karma Stories" on the GoFundMe Website. https://gofund.me/b4120116a

Check out Jenn's Recovery GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/b4120116a or search Karma Stories on the GoFundMe site.

Jenn is now home and I've become a full-time caregiver. This episode is an emotional update with thanks to our community for giving us a huge gift during this crisis time.We were requested to set up a GoFundMe in the comments of my update videos on YouTube. You can find it at the link below. We no longer are requesting any additional funds, just have it posted so people can see the updates we've posted there.https://gofund.me/bd0baf4d0More than anything, if you have the opportunity to watch a bunch of episodes, that will help bump our income in this time of crisis and uncertainty.Thank you everyone,Rob

On Thursday, Nov 20th, my amazing wife suffered a medical crisis while volunteering at one of our kid's schools. She was on life support for 6 days and by some miracle is now awake with a very long recovery ahead.We were requested to set up a GoFundMe in the comments of my update videos on YouTube. You can find it at the link below, or search "Karma Stories" on the GoFundMe platform.https://gofund.me/bd0baf4d0More than anything, if you have the opportunity to watch a bunch of episodes, that will help bump our income in this time of crisis and uncertainty.Thank you everyone,Rob

In today's episode, we explore a series of intriguing coworker stories, starting with a dilemma about refusing to switch seats at work that led to unexpected office drama. We then move to tales of fraud and deceit in the workplace, from lunch expense scams and time theft to a toxic coworker who gets her comeuppance. Tune in for all the twists, turns, and lessons from these workplace mishaps.Submit your stories to karmastoriespod@gmail.com

In this episode, we explore various incidents of homeowners clashing with their HOAs, from a botanist whose rare succulents were destroyed to a dog owner fined for having an overweight pet. We also share a dramatic story of an HOA board being overthrown by determined residents. Tune in to hear these inspiring tales of resilience and justice against tyrannical HOAs.Submit your stories to karmastoriespod@gmail.com

In this episode, we explore multiple malicious compliance stories, from a network admin who transformed his workspace with personal accessories to a sanitation engineer dealing with strict garbage rules and a history student navigating ableist lecture policies. Discover how these acts of compliance led to unexpected changes and outcomes in their respective workplaces.Submit your stories to karmastoriespod@gmail.com

In this episode, we dive into stories of individuals being mistakenly identified as employees in various settings, from hospitals and thrift stores to Renaissance fairs and electronics stores. We explore the humorous and sometimes stressful situations these misunderstandings create and how the individuals navigate them. Join us for an entertaining look at these unexpected encounters and more.Submit your stories to karmastoriespod@gmail.com

In today's episode, we dive into wild stories about neighbors overstepping boundaries. From a full meltdown over a no trespassing sign to children constantly throwing toys over a fence, these tales highlight the chaos of dealing with difficult neighbors. Watch as our storyteller navigates these tumultuous relationships, offering advice and sharing their frustrations.Submit your stories to karmastoriespod@gmail.com

In today's episode, we dive into some incredible hospitality industry tales. From a bizarre encounter with a DoorDash driver at a hotel restroom to a guest who just can't stand an overzealous bellman, and a night auditor's clash with persistent late-night visitors. Plus, we explore the challenges of outdated tech in the hotel industry and its impact on guest satisfaction. Don't miss these jaw-dropping stories!

In this episode, we explore a gripping story involving a family confrontation over suspected stolen toys. The plot thickens as a mysterious Reddit user exposes the girlfriend's tumultuous past, leading to her arrest. Tune in as we follow this unfolding drama and discover the shocking revelations that come to light.Submit your stories to karmastoriespod@gmail.com

Join us as we journey through a series of extraordinary true police stories. From a chaotic multi-vehicle crash involving an ambulance to a dramatic chase of a felon on a bicycle, and strange encounters at the courthouse, these tales showcase the unpredictable and often surprising nature of law enforcement. Hear about the adrenaline-pumping moments and unexpected twists that cops face on duty every day.

In this episode, we dive into stories ranging from a micromanaging boss and a heartbreaking loss to powerful confrontations at a call center. We also hear about challenges with a narcissistic grandfather, a disability confrontation, and a harrowing phlebotomist encounter. These stories are sure to resonate and entertain, illustrating the highs and lows of dealing with difficult people and situations.Submit your stories to karmastoriespod@gmail.com

In this episode, we dive into some amusing and exasperating tech support stories. From misunderstood project roles causing chaos to users who can't figure out basic technology, these tales highlight the challenges and humor found in the IT world. Join us as we explore mishaps with software migration, clueless clients, and the importance of reading simple instructions.Submit your stories to karmastoriespod@gmail.com

After refusing to co-sign a loan for the "golden child" sister, OP's adopted parents went nuclear. This episode covers the terrifying escalation from guilt-trips to identity theft, culminating in her parents forging her signature on a deed of trust. Hear how OP fought back, cut ties, and exposed the shocking financial crimes that nearly cost her everything.