A podcast focused on work stories from the host's personal lives, friends, the internet, and you. The podcast offers itself to the working class as an outlet to talk about the craziest, most unique, and heartwarming situations that only the workforce can experience.
Content Warnings:Death: 46:40
Content warnings:7:00- potential harm1:03:00- How race horses are bred by people
Content Warnings:Medical emergency: 5:23 Vomit- 23:50Sexual harassment, racism, homophobia: 45:46
No content warnings this week!
Content Warnings:Death, funerals, embalming: 23:06-37:00
Content warning: Sexual Harassment- 20:28
Content Warnings:Weight loss- 19:41Drugs- 26:55
Content warnings:Dead Bodies- 1:25Drug Use- 19:16Dead Bodies and Crime- 24:17Bodily Material- 30:47
No Content Warnings!Dune and Jane join you today to share some of the wildest work stories we could find. This week we explore the high stress job of a window cleaner, people and their least favorite jobs or all time and Dune reveals the crazy drinks of demi-celebrities that she has served over the years. We also hear about the wild things that happen to teachers when their work lives cross over to their personal lives, and the totally shocking things that TSA agents confiscated in 2020! Finally, we round out the episode withe the worst rated jobs in America! So grab your bear costume and remember to leave those grenade shaped sculptures at home, because this is Once Upon A Work Day.
Content Warnings2:18-6:11 Serious Harm11:49-20:19 Stabbing and a bomb scare24:43-33:15 Surgeries and organ transplantsDune and Jane are on your feed again to share some wild work stories such as, the craziest things that have ever happened to a fast food employee, a chain restaurant server's encounters with the worst of the worst, and an educational assistant who had no idea the true danger that a student was in. After that, you get to hear about Jane's mom's first job she had when she was just 11, and some unthinkable stories of doctors dropping an organ before its transplant! Last but not least, hear the lucky story of a wedding photographer that was in a surprising life or death situation. So remember to pack a jacket and watch where you're walking because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings2:43-19:13 Snakes Jane and Dune join you today to share some more things that employees never thought they would have to explain to an adult and the ins and outs of snake milking (plus we get to hear the cutest snake story ever!). Listen on to find out if your drink is being shamed by your barista and to learn about the wild jobs that pop up at fire camps. We also have a listener submission about being robbed at wrench-point (sort of) and having your car stolen at work! If you didn't get enough, we also dive into a college duck pond to find out what mysterious things are lying at the bottom. So hold on to your fishing pole and make sure you listen in sex ed because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings There is some sexual content in Jane's first story and snakes at the very end, but these are prepped in the episode. Jane and Dune have graced this Monday to tell you about some of the wildest job stories including a lingerie saleswoman who is propositioned on the job, a Doordasher who has to do the unspeakable, and a barista's run in with the cops! We also hear about some back up dancer horror stories and Dune shares her most embarrassing on stage moment... Stick with us to get a peak into the wild world of snake milking and to find out what happens when a magician walks into a bar! So chug that coffee and always remember to keep donuts in the car, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings13:55- 19:47 Physical harm and vomiting We are back with Jane and Dune today as we hear about some of the craziest things employees thought they would never have to explain to an adult, and when managers were able to proudly declare, "Actually, I am the manager!" We also peak into the scary world of a producer on the bachelor and the dangers of being a stunt double. Stick around if you have you ever wondered what the most difficult animal at the zoo is and if you want to hear a heartwarming story about heath care workers administering the COVID vaccine to people stranded on the side of the road in a freak snow storm. So make sure to pack your mealworms and maybe don't eat a burrito before you hang upside down, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings1:51-9:16 Flying9:16-16:39 Dead bodies12:59- 16:39 For those with sting stomachs16:39-27:17 Not for those afraid of flying29:40-39:16 Not for those afraid of flying Dune and Jane join us today to tell some wild plane related stories, from being a pilot and loosing control, to a stewardess who survived a severe plane crash! We also get to explore the wild new world of human composing in Oregon, and a story about a nanny who had to watch the kid from your nightmares. By the way, if you were hoping for more of the weirdest jobs in every state, we got more for you in this episode! So read the safety pamphlet in front of you and watch out for sky divers, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings 2:24- 6:33 Seizure 6:33- 18:48 Murder! 33:52- 39:40 Possible overdose 39:40- 47:24 Drugs, violence and murder againDune and Jane are back again to tell you about the most INSANE office chair story inspired by last week's episode, you won't want to miss this! We also get to hear about a cruise ship horror story, a snake in a theater lobby, and the wild woes of a bartender. Stay tuned to learn about the life of a plumber and to hear a crazy story about an illegal pot farmer in Big Sur, California. So go grab a broom and don't forget your kids, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings15:53-26:16 Heavy drinking Jane and Dune join us today to talk about the weirdest and wackiest jobs in every state, a runaway animatronic water creature, and the most embarrassing times someone hit "reply all" in a work email! We also hear about the lonely life of a fire lookout and what they have to give up for their love of nature. Also covered: an insane story about someone showing up to work drunk and times a boss was absolutely shocked by something crazy their employee did. So stay hydrated and be careful what you write in that work email, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings2:10-11:16 Work story involving the siege at the capitol 11:19-18:57 Drug Use18:57-29:47 Work story involving the siege at the capitol 41:30-44:05 Work story involving the siege at the capitol In today's episode, Dune and Jane dive into the careers affected by the siege at the capitol. If current events aren't your thing at the moment, that's okay because Dune also shares some lighthearted stories about a pyramid scheme disguised as a career, and some hilarious falling on the jobs stories. We also hear a touching story about a man who wanted to bury his wife's ashes at one of her favorite places, and the employee who broke all of the rules to make it happen. Grab a hotdog and remember to wear your non-slip shoes, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings5:39- 22:20 Child in peril (everything turns out okay)53:27-1:00:47 Serious harm and death On this week's episode, Jane and Dune dive into some truly heroic stories including the time an assistant teacher saved her student's life, the time a hotel manager was faced with a broken elevator when a basketball team in wheelchairs came to stay, and when a fast food employee stood up to one of the worst bosses of all time. We also hear about some crazy engagement photographer stories including when Dune was roped into being one on the spot, and some hilarious hijinks when a drive thru employee forgot to turn off their headset. This week we also have a more serious story at the end, so make sure you read our content warnings and timestamps that are always in the description of every episode. That being said, grab your wasp spray and firecrackers, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings- None today!Dune and Jane join you today to discuss some wild work stories including giving your coworker a concussion so they don't set the place on fire, babysitters who learned a little too much about the people they worked for, and our very own Jane opens up about the time when she was left alone to run a restaurant by herself! We also dive into what it's like to be a real life treasure hunter, and the absolutely insane things you go through while being a contestant on the Bachelor! So put on your scuba suits and decide who you're going to give the final rose to, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings and Timestamps10:22 stories begin 31:23-43:18 Blood and teeth trauma52:35- 1:02:54 Adult parties, drinking, sex and drugsJane and Dune are here with a special holiday episode to fill your ears with work stories and holiday joy! This week, Jane tells us what we need to know to be the best Santas that we can be, and what goes on behind the scenes of a Christmas tree farm! Dune shares some woes of a ski instructor and some wild stories from holiday office parties. Plus, we get to hear some wild stories from people who have to work customer service on the holidays. The worst! So pull out your jingle bells and don't forget to ask for time off this season, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings:14:47- 25:47 Infectious Disease Research, Covid-19 and Blood Jane and Dune join us today to share some wild work stories involving a tanning salon that doesn't clean their beds, a series of stories where people turned from faithful employees to employees just showing up for a paycheck, and a summer job where you have to sell your hotel to strangers on the street. We also learn whether being a Semi Truck Driver is right for you, and about the absolutely fascinating ins and outs of working in infectious disease research (during a pandemic!). Get ready, and stay tuned for some passive aggressive yelp reviews about Dune's old job, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings44:10-57:36 Vomit Dune and Jane are here today with our long awaited themed episode: working only one day stories! Explore the horrors of a pizza shop during a pandemic, the woes of an encyclopedia salesman, and the not so exciting prospects of an amusement ride operator. Join us as we learn what to do with your cab car when you decide to walk off the job, and about some SOLID red flags are in an interview. Get your car ready and don't forget to sign the paperwork because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings1:21-6:07 Drug Use27:30-39:14 Spiders and Bugs58:28-1:02:47 Sexual Content Jane and Dune are back again to tell you about the most interesting work stories from their lives and from listeners like you! Today we hear about the woes of dancer auditions for strip clubs, the specifics that go into animal training for movies, and a hairdresser horror story that left our hair-oine in tears. You won't want to miss this episode as we dive into Jane and Dune's personal Yelp reviews and Dune tells the story of her most eclectic job ever. Buckle your seatbelts (literally) because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings2:05- 5:11 Drug use29:19- 37:13 Sexual content and sex toys Listen up because Jane and Dune are ready to take you through some unbelievable, and dare we say, inspiring work stories! These stories have it all! Tune in for when a server writes in about his unique restaurant where you can order a joint with a side of fries, a production line worker that makes the most sensual of products, a discussion on being essentially essential during a global pandemic, and Dune’s long-awaited bird-in-the-hand is worth two-in-the-bush story. Find it all here on this episode of Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings3:26- 13:04 Severe Violence25:12- 27:43 Drug Use27:43- 31:29 Drug UseDune and Jane are in your headphones today to tell you about some incredible and unbelievable work stories! Listen in to hear about the most insane place a soda delivery driver ever delivered sodas to, the golf team that used hypnosis to win a tournament, and Dune's most embarrassing work story that has something to do with the Twilight series and her job... Remember to get hydrated for this one, but be careful what water bottle you choose, because this is Once Upon a Work Day!
Content Warnings 2:04- 5:30 Sexual harassment19:56- 28:12 Harm to an animal 44:06- 45:18 Sexual content Jane and Dune are here to lighten your mood with some funny, crazy and unbelievable work stories! We get the inside scoop on what it's like to be a cattle auctioneer, a wedding dress consultant and a private chef. We also hear about the craziest thing a spin class instructor has ever seen while working, and another spooky ghost story about the place that they used to work! Make sure you have your pants on for this one, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings4:19- 17:05 Weapons 17:05- 27:07 Weapons againDune and Jane are here again to tell you about some wet, wild and downright scammy work stories! Tune in to hear about some pet sitting horror stories, a tale about an actor with a difficult task, and a magical moment in the worst work position ever. Bonus! You get to hear Jane and Dune's take on when it's appropriate to call corporate and when IT IS NOT. Don't forget your rain boots and remember to VOTE, because this is Once Upon a Work Day!
Content Warnings:Drug Use: 2:37-8:45Body Decomposition: 55:03-56:30Follow Us On Instagram: @onceuponaworkday@notjustplainjane@amazingduneThe moment you have all been waiting for...THE SPOOKY HALLOWEEN SPECIAL!! Jane and Dune are excited to bring another round of hair-raising, spine chilling, and down right wacky work stories to your eager ears! This episode is sure to lift your spirits with tales from the grave and beyond! Join us for the tale of a babysitter that survived a real nightmare that is followed by a camp counselor tasked with "Ghost Patrol." That and so much more to shiver your timbers on this week's ONCE UPON A WORK DAY!
Content Warnings20:09- 22:06 Potential Harm 23:26-32:39 Harm and Blood37:18- 43:09 Gore and Severe Harm
Content Warnings22:55- 34:27 Sexual Harassment34:27-40:38 Anxiety and Depression Jane and Dune are gracing your Monday again with some exciting, shocking, and downright SPOOKY stories for your October! Stick with us while we discover a teen's worst working nightmare, the most annoying rich couple ever, and a haunted house, complete with an actual ghost! Don't be too scared, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings19:18- 27:01 Drug Use30:23- 41:09 Drug and Alcohol UseDune and Jane are gracing your Monday once again with some wild stories including underage lifeguards, the wildest baby names of 2020, and tales from the craziest club we've ever heard of inside a church! We also explore what it would be like to have identical twin bosses, learn how to correctly spell the word tractor, and talk about the commuter story to top all commuter stories. Be careful not to nap on this one, because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings2:48-8:13 Hospitals8:13-17:00 Psych Hospital and depression 17:00-19:43 Harm and peril19:43-29:34 Sexual content29:34-36:43 Dead bodyJane and Dune are at it again with a new episode, with the most content warnings yet! From the good-ole psych hospital to tagging herds of bears, we have lots of excitement and peril for you today. We also solve mysteries such as, what's the worst thing you could find in a plane and also what kind of music is played in the OR. So stay tuned and hunker down because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Content Warnings13:30- 26:56 Hospitals and harm26:56-40:14 Hospitals, harm and blood40:14-49:15 Possible peril49:15- 52:47 Harm, blood and goreJane and Dune are here again with another episode of the spookiest, grossest, and bravest work stories from their lives and listeners alike. From delicious snacks on the stage to helping people give birth, this episode will keep you on your toes! Also, we have some quality PSAs from getting a ring stuck on your finger to not running away when you're feeling ill. Buckle in because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Trigger Warning -- Drug Use (15:40-20:40) Follow Us On Instagram: @onceuponaworkday@notjustplainjane@amazingdune Jane and Dune are back for another episode of the weirdest, wildest, and extraordinary work stories from their lives and listeners alike. From ghastly tales of how-not-to close up shop to the strange events on the way to and from work, your sure to catch every element of a day in the working person's life. Better yet, we get to hear about the "crappiest" cage match and a surprising fact about your local supermarket. So stay tuned and don't lose anything because this is Once Upon A Work Day!
Trigger Warnings: (None)Follow Us On Instagram:@onceuponaworkday@notjustplainjane@amazingduneDune and Jane bring another round of rousing tales from their own lives and listeners like you! In this episode prepare yourself for a story of caution about not tipping 20% (or else), a band of 6 year old politicians, and the most impatient Karen yet! Welcome to Once Upon A Work Day!
Trigger Warnings --> 29:00 (Bodily Harm & Blood) --- 45:25 (Child Abuse, Murder, Pedophilia) Follow Us On Instagram: Once Upon A Work Day Instagram: @onceuponaworkday Jane's Instagram: @notjustplainjane Dune's Instagram: @amazingdune Dune and Jane bring their best stories in their third installment and some are from you! Listeners and hosts combine in this episode to weave tales of the least expected lost & found, daring feats of courage, and the sting of the century! Welcome to Once Upon A Work Day!
Trigger Warnings: Blood and Bodily Harm : 00:08:45 Bodily Fluid : 00:18:09 Blood, Bodily Harm, Hospitals, and Mental Health : 00:42:20 Dune and Jane are back in their second installment bringing even more stories along with them. From a soap opera-like turn of events at the auto shop to one person's journey through lactose intolerance, these sticky situations are down right alarming! Hello and welcome to Once Upon A Work Day! Follow Us On Instagram: Once Upon A Work Day Instagram: @onceuponaworkday Jane's Instagram: @notjustplainjane Dune's Instagram: @amazingdune
Trigger Warnings and Timestamps: Drug Abuse and Bodily Harm @ 40:32-47:45 Jane and Dune start off the series with a few stories including a well connected nanny, an impossibly tired chef, and a rather reckless delivery driver. Additionally, we get a look into a few stories from the hosts themselves that contain an inkling of mystery and whole lot of water. Welcome to Once Upon A Work Day! Follow Us At: Once Upon A Work Day Insta --> @onceuponaworkday Jane's Insta --> @notjustplainjane Dune's Insta --> @amazingdune We are so excited that you're listening to our first podcast!
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