Just 4 Friends Trying 2 Figure Out HR Podcast

Season 2 of Just 4 Friends Trying 2 Figure Out HR is here—and we’re done pretending.Ever wonder what HR really thinks when you're ranting about the thermostat, your manager, or why you're not VP yet? Well, we finally say the quiet part out loud.With Mama Mel on maternity leave (congrats!), H.R. Holly Resources steps in and joins Dr. Green, Big Llama, and Jake from HR to deliver the HR version of inner scream therapy:💼 savage exit interview clapbacks,💻 passive-aggressive Slack assassinations,📝 performance review delusions, and🧨 DEFCON-level meltdowns.We’re not documenting—we’re detonating.It’s HR After Dark. So don’t file a complaint—just laugh like we do behind the scenes.🎧 Segments:“Things We Wish We Could Say in Exit Interviews”“Slack Snipers & Email Assassins”“HR vs. The Performance Review Delusion”“Final Round – The DEFCON Meltdown”#StayPettyStayCompliant#HRBurnBook#Season2PremiereMerch Store: https://thebigllamashow.printful.me/

HR meets AI in this wild episode of Just 4 Friends Trying 2 Figure Out HR! We challenged ChatGPT to throw its best workplace scenarios at us—then we hit back with our real-world, “by the book” HR responses. From high performers who can’t tell time ⏰, to inappropriate jokes at meetings 🤦‍♀️, to coworkers refusing to work with trans colleagues 🚨—we covered it all, with policy, professionalism... and just a little petty.If you’ve ever wanted to see what happens when AI tries to out-HR the HR pros, this one’s for you. Perfect for HR newbies, training sessions, leadership coaching, or just a good laugh at the madness of corporate life.👀 WATCH, LAUGH, LEARN... and let ChatGPT know it still needs a few SPHR credits.Merch Store: https://thebigllamashow.printful.me/#HRPodcast #WorkplaceDrama #ChatGPTvsHR #HRNightmares #LeadershipTraining #DiversityAndInclusion #FunnyHR #HumanResources #CorporateComedy #Just4FriendsHR

Mama Mel is out, but "Irma the HR Lady" is in — and things get spicy real fast! This week on Just 4 Friends Trying 2 Figure Out HR, we unpack the legendary tale of Chad Thunderboss, a VP who thinks burnout is a sign of “team spirit” and micromanagement is an Olympic sport. Why does HR let these corporate tyrants thrive? Is it the revenue? The podcast clout? Or just HR burnout?Jake from HR has seen it all — weaponized PowerPoints, emotionally unstable pep talks, and a leadership retreat that scarred a bear.This episode is a hilarious but painfully real look at how toxic leadership survives and how HR might just have to outwit the beast with… Holly from Accounting.Tune in to hear:The wild story of Chad Thunderboss 🔥Jason’s HR chess move 🤯A list of the most TOXIC leadership traits 😡And why “Letting it slide” turns into “Falling off a cliff” 🧗‍♀️Because sometimes, the only way to fix a Chad is with a stapler-wielding accountant and a Siberian demotion.Merch Store: https://thebigllamashow.printful.me/#ToxicLeadership #HRComedy #Just4FriendsPodcast #CorporateDrama #MicromanagementMadness #HRNightmares #LeadershipFails #OfficeCulture #ChadThunderboss #WorkplaceWellness #PodcastClips #FunnyPodcast #HRLife

What happens when HR doesn’t fire you… but just lets you vibe into oblivion?Welcome back to Just 4 Friends Trying 2 Figure Out HR, where policies are optional and the petty is always professional. In this scandal-packed episode, we dive into the corporate legend of Becky — the queen of the soft quit, TikTok HR influencer, and emotional support goat enthusiast.From submitting severance packages as birthday party invoices to side-hustling on company Zoom calls, Becky didn’t get fired… she ascended. And HR? We just let her.This episode is a masterclass in silent firing, quiet quitting, and how to disappear from the workplace without a trace. If you’ve ever felt like your job was pushing you out without saying it, Becky’s saga will have you questioning EVERYTHING.-Scandals.-Goats.-Solo escape rooms.-And yes… “Cross-functional learning.” Stay tuned for laughs, real HR advice, and the ultimate lesson: sometimes HR doesn't fire you — they ghost you.-Hit play. Becky would want you to.Merch Store: https://thebigllamashow.printful.me/

In this laugh-out-loud episode of Just 4 Friends Trying 2 Figure Out HR, the crew dives deep into the wild world of workplace nicknames—because HR has heard it ALL. From the Snack Bandit to Captain Side Hustle, and our all-time favorites like the Policy Pirate, Meeting Vampire, and the Slack Siren—no cubicle character is safe! 😅We reveal all of the painfully accurate (but SFW) HR nicknames you’ve probably encountered (or are), and share our own run-ins with The Girl Scout Mafia, The Tab Hoarder, and the Mic is Muted Guy.If you’ve ever said “thoughts?” in an email or vanished mid-Zoom call… this one’s for you.MERCH STORE: https://thebigllamashow.printful.me/

Ever been in a meeting where you heard "Let's circle back," "Low-hanging fruit," or "Let's peel back the onion" one too many times? We have too! In this episode, we break down the most overused (and cringeworthy) HR buzzwords, plus the meetings that send us over the edge. From "Quiet Quitting" to "Coffee Badging," "Emotional Proximity" to "Move the Goal Posts," we cover it all—laughing through the nonsense and figuring out what actually matters in the workplace. Buckle up, HR friends, because we're about to hit the ground running!

In this episode of Just 4 Friends Trying 2 Figure Out HR, we dive deep into Workplace Trauma & Psychological Safety—the unspoken stressors that leave employees anxious, burned out, and questioning their job security.From the panic-inducing “We need to talk” meeting requests to the silent dread of waiting for a response after asking, “Am I getting fired?”, we explore the everyday moments that create workplace PTSD. We also tackle tough conversations like telling someone they won’t be getting paid, forced business trips and stressful team-building exercises.  With burnout on the rise, we ask: How does psychological safety fit into all of this? And more importantly—what can HR and leadership do to create a work environment that doesn’t feel like a constant battle for survival?Join us as we share real experiences, HR insights, and strategies to make work a little less traumatic.

Looking for a job is a lot like speed dating—awkward first impressions, rapid-fire questions, and trying not to look desperate. In this episode, we break down how the hiring and interview process mirrors the world of swiping right, ghosting candidates, and making that perfect first impression. We also take an unexpected detour into the world of pizza (because, priorities), but don’t worry—we still drop some top-tier job hunting and interview tips that could land you your dream gig.So grab a slice, polish that résumé, and tune in for a hilarious yet helpful ride through the wild world of hiring! 🍕🎙️

HR says they’re here for you—but are they really? In this hilarious yet brutally honest episode, we break down why employees secretly (or not so secretly) despise HR. From vanishing complaints to the dreaded "We’ll look into it" response, we expose the wildest (but oh-so-real) reasons HR is often seen as the company’s shield instead of the employee’s advocate.We’re tackling:🔥 The "We’re Here for You" Lie🔥 The Bermuda Triangle of Complaints🔥 HR’s Masterclass in Vague Speak🔥 The Fake Open-Door Policy🔥 The Office Fun Police & More!If you've ever felt like HR is playing for the other team, this episode is for you! Get ready for laughs, rants, and some surprisingly useful insights into how HR really works. Tune in and let’s figure it out—together! 🎙️😂

We’ve all been there—stuck in yet another pointless virtual meeting, forced to smile through amandatory fun Zoom party, and wondering if we should just fake a Wi-Fi outage. In this hilarious episode, we dive into the absurdities of remote work culture, including:💻This Could’ve Been an Email—but no, let’s schedule a meeting to schedule another meeting.🔇Mute Your Mic!—and for the love of everything, stop eating while unmuted.📹Camera Angles Gone Wrong—why are we staring up your nose?🚗The Driver During the Meeting—are you presenting… or just cruising down the highway?📩Reply All Rage—because one accidental click can ruin a whole day.🎉Forced Virtual Parties—nothing says “fun” like being told to be happy on camera.It’s remote work at its worst—and we’re here to laugh through the pain!🎙️ Tune in for the laughs, the rants, and maybe a few awkward silences!

🎙️HR Investigations: The More You Know – Uncovering the Truth! 🔍This week on the podcast, we dive deep into some wild and mysterious investigations that will leave you questioning everything! From the bizarreBalloon Murder Mystery 🎈🔪 to the daring (and sometimes dangerous) game ofPlaying Chicken – Don’t Get Scared 🐔😱, we break down the strange, the shocking, and the downright unbelievable.And of course, we drop some knowledge along the way withThe More You Know – because the truth is always stranger than fiction! 🤯🔹 What really happened in the Balloon Murder case?🔹 Why do people risk it all in high-stakes games of chicken?🔹 What hidden truths are out there waiting to be uncovered?Joinus as we crack open the case files and discuss it all! 🕵️‍♂️💡📢Don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE for more unfiltered takes, wild discussions, and deep dives into HR Topics!#Investigations #TrueCrime #TheMoreYouKnow #BalloonMurderMystery #PlayingChicken #PodcastLife #BigLlamaShow #JakefromHR #MamaMel #DrGreen

Imagine this: HR just vanished from your workplace. No rules, no policies... and no one to stop Becky from sending “funny” memes to the company Slack. In this hilarious yet eye-opening episode, the Just 4 Friends crew dives into a workplace thought experiment — what if HR didn't exist?We explore:What would break first (hint: payroll and people’s sanity)The illusion of “freedom” without HRThe unsung heroes behind onboarding, culture, and complianceWhat should HR look like if we rebuilt it today?Plus, we roast mandatory training (because let’s be real — no one remembers it), expose what happens when managers go rogue, and pitch which HR practices should be cancelled forever.Whether you're in HR, work with HR, or avoid them at lunch — you don’t want to miss this one!Drop your hottest take: What’s one HR rule or tradition that needs to go?LISTEN. LAUGH. LEARN. (and maybe update that harassment training while you're at it...)

Welcome to our Podcast, where the compliance is optional and the shade is mandatory. In this episode, we expose the myth of the so-called “team player.” Is it really about collaboration… or corporate camouflage?🔥 This week:The Becky Saga: When "teamwork" means stealing your PowerPointWhy “not a team player” is code for setting boundariesReal MVPs vs. performative helpersPassive-aggressive volunteers, “emotional IOUs,” and Slack ghostsGame Time: Team Player or Trauma Deliverer?💥 If you've ever been gaslit during a performance review or side-eyed for using PTO, this episode is your therapy session with a punchline.📢 Drop your wildest "team player" stories in the comments & tag your favorite REAL teammate. You know—the quiet one who actually does the work.🎧 New episodes every week. Subscribe & vibe with us: HR tea, comedy, and corporate truths you won’t hear in training videos.#HRPodcast #TeamPlayer #CorporateDrama #WorkplaceTea #HRAfterHours #ToxicWorkCulture #PerformanceReviewFails #HRLife #OfficePolitics #PodcastClip #WorkplaceHumor #Just4FriendsHR #CorporateBurnout #BeckyFromHR

In this episode of Just 4 Friends Trying 2 Figure Out HR, we dive deep into the world of Workplace Harassment & Sexual Harassment Training — the good, the bad, and the totally awkward.Dr. Green brings us the latest HR Horror Story: “The Zoom Where It Happened” — when Kyle forgot two important things during a company-wide meeting… 😳Plus, we discuss:Why corporate videos often miss the markThe importance of not joking about harassmentHow to handle uncomfortable comments at workThe great Roleplay Debate: Dr. Green is in, Big Llama is OUT!We’re HR professionals keeping it real, with laughs, lessons, and some painfully relatable moments.🧠 Tune in, learn, and laugh along with us. HR doesn’t have to be boring — it just has to be real. MERCH STORE: https://thebigllamashow.printful.me/#HRPodcast #WorkplaceHarassment #SexualHarassmentTraining #HRHorrorStory #CorporateTrainingFails #HumanResources #WorkplaceCulture #TheBigLlama #DrGreenSays #ZoomFails #Just4FriendsHR #HRRealTalk

What happens when Coachella vibes meet corporate culture? In this laugh-out-loud episode of Just 4 Friends Trying 2 Figure Out HR, Dr. Green tells the now-legendary story of "The Festival Wear Incident"—featuring a mesh shirt, neon glitter, and a fanny pack used as... pants?From questionable wardrobe choices to defining the true limits of "casual Fridays," the crew unpacks:The real risks of vague dress code policiesHR’s secret weapon: the lost-and-found hoodieCrocs in Sport Mode and pajama pants at the officeWhat happens when fashion statements get political (or just plain weird)PLUS: We introduce the chaotic new HR game, “Banana Whack”, and explore the mysterious meaning behind Green, Yellow, and Gas. 👀You do not want to miss this one.MERCH STORE: https://thebigllamashow.printful.me/#HRPodcast #WorkplaceFashionFails #DressCodeDrama #HRHumor #CorporateComedy #MeshShirtStory #HRLife #WorkplaceCulture #Just4FriendsHR #FestivalWearAtWork #CrocsInSportMode #CasualFridayFails #BananaWhack