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The Burnout Collective

The Burnout Collective

We"re tired af. We"re sick of this sh*t. And we"re guessing you are too. Welcome to The Burnout Collective podcast—a place for broken, burnt out brains to talk it out. Join us and our guests as we Do Our Best(tm) to break the burnout cycle.New episodes every other Tuesday anywhere you get your podcast fix!

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All Episodes

60:32

Jumping on grenades for everyone

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/04/22

This week we celebrated our 20th podcast episode! Proof even the most ADHD brains can, in fact, stick with things. Earlier in the week, Jamie had a meltdown over the seemingly impossible job market. So, we wanted to discuss the struggles of finding a job (especially after being laid off). We talk about frustrations with current hiring practices, LinkedIn scammers, and the emotional toll of constant rejection. To lighten the mood, we also share some job-hunting tips, emphasize the signif...

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61:22

Listen, I have a lizard and zero boundaries

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/04/15

PSA: Rebecca took a Lorazepam before the show. Then, we all found out about frolfing (it doesn't mean what you think it means! we swear!). Here we go. Adult friendships are hard. You know, like how the hell do you even make friends as an adult in the first place? Where do you find these people? And how do you keep up with each other? From awkward social encounters to long-time internet friends, we cover all the different "friend tiers" (spoiler alert: there's a lot). We also share a lot...

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75:23

The goth girl at Christian school with fishnets on...

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/04/08

Narrator: And now it's time for Silly Songs with Larry, the part of the show where Larry comes out and sings a silly song. To get hyped for the show this week, we watched everyone's favorite Christian vegetables (Veggie Tales). It turns out Silly Songs With Larry was the only good thing we can recall from our religious upbringings, but let’s get into it anyway. We delve into our personal experiences with religious trauma and how it affected everything from our relationships to our sexual and ...

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48:16

Chik’n soup for the burnt out soul

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/04/02

Hey, everyone! We’re back. And it’s just the two of us this week which we haven’t done in a while. We decided to talk about all things cozy, comfy, and coping—and we all know Rebecca is all about the warm and fuzzies. Jamie starts by talking about her visit to Super Nintendo World over the weekend and how magical it was to see her childhood come to life. Then, we dive in to our go-to comforts. From our favorite nostalgic TV shows and movies like “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” to our top com...

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56:08

The one where a barn falls on Rachel

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/03/25

"Are You Tired of Being Paid Less Than You're Worth?" or How Rachel Ended Up an Electrician Apprentice This week, we're joined by Rachel Cannon, Rebecca's sister, who has had one heck of a career journey. She graduated during a recession, worked as a bicycle tour guide, switched majors, and picked up plenty of peculiar internships—like putting snails in jars at the Smithsonian. Rachel eventually found her calling in the trades as an electrician apprentice. We chat about how unpaid internships...

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64:36

Never shut your pie hole

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/03/11

This week our guest is Robin Saks Frankel who Jamie worked with at her last job. After Jamie gushes over Robin's no-nonsense communication style and mentorship, we explore the themes of empowerment, especially among women, in the workplace. We talk about the importance of asking questions at work, even when it feels intimidating, and how Robin challenged the norm by always speaking up. Jamie outs herself as the office chatterbox who is always trying to convince others to ask questions, Rebecc...

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83:05

They'd rather stand on a pile of skulls

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/03/04

This week, we welcome guest Madeline Shores. She basically said "eff this" and quit her full-time job of 10 years to focus on herself (because surprise! she was burnt out af). So on her 1-Year Anniversary of Being Jobless, she shares the surprising realities of living without a full-time corporate gig, as well as the financial and emotional aspects of her transition. Madeline also lays out the true cost of having a job to begin with and all the ways corporate life sucks your soul right...

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58:04

Your job is literally killing you

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/02/25

Well, Rebecca took a pain killer right before the show (that's where we're at). But this week, we're talking about dealing with chronic illnesses, both mental and physical, especially in the workplace. We discuss the struggle of working through pain in high-stress job hellscapes because we're sometimes afraid to take time off. We also talk about the invisible illnesses others don't see and how it sucks to feel judged or second-guessed by others in your life when you're ill (managers, pa...

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56:45

Don't ask me WTF is for dinner

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/02/18

TW: Please note that this episode contains some brief talk of eating disorders, as well as mentions of fatphobia and body shaming. If you're sensitive to these topics, we suggest skipping through minutes 14 to 17 and 25 to 38. Get ready to talk food burnout with us in Episode 12. We discuss pandemic grocery woes, meal prep/planning exhaustion, dietary restrictions, and eating on hard mode when our health or the meds we take affect our appetite. Rebecca discusses why Imperfect Foods was a game...

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45:03

Cat butthole in your face kinda week

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/02/14

You guys. It's been a week. Rebecca is obsessed with Rednote. She'll be speaking fluent Mandarin in about 2 weeks. Jamie tried to watch her first episode of J*e R*gan, but gave up after 15 minutes. It's time to delve into moral injury vs. burnout. We couldn't help but talk about the dumpster fire that is big tech, Meta's racist AI gone rogue, and DEI efforts being dismantled. Plus, we discuss how M*rk Z*ckubus is doing away with factchecking and blocking links from an IG competitor...al...

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94:02

The millennials who ruined everything

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/02/11

We made it to Episode 10! Our tiny, black neurodivergent hearts thank all of you for that. Our special episode needed a special guest (and our first!) and we're so happy it was Elyssa. Elyssa is one of our good friends that we both met at work and she hasn't been able to get rid of us since. She is a a creator in so many ways—artist, writer, podcaster, TikTok creator, personal finance expert, and so much more. Elyssa talks about her year-and-a-half struggle with unemployment, disc...

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47:56

Coping mechanisms and life preservers

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/02/04

In this episode, we dive straight into the coping mechanisms we use every day to function (and survive). We discuss both helpful and harmful ways to dissociate and find comfort in the chaos (video games, shopping, tv shows, sleep) especially if you're neurodivergent. We focus on taking care of our mental health, the importance of therapy and meds, and the struggles of actually obtaining the diagnosis/medication you need. We also highlight the emotional impact of the pandemic—especially when i...

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43:42

We’Re LiKe A FaMiLY HeRe

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/02/04

It's time for us to talk about everyone's favorite manipulative sitcom family: The Work Family. We'll give you tips on avoiding workplaces that mirror the most unhealthy family dynamics, dealing with companies that expect you to just drink the Kool-Aid (especially startups), and share our own personal stories. Plus, we talk about the importance of pay transparency and how to advocate for yourself when you need it most. Have a suggestion for our next episode? A burnout story to share? Send us ...

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54:46

Getting shit done (eventually)

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/01/28

Time to get. shit. done. In this episode, we talk about raising the stakes when it comes to motivation (like an real-life Tamagotchi). We delve into everything from ADHD brain hacks to body doubling to travel tips (we love you, Alaska Airlines!). We also discuss the GTD productivity method and the different tools we use to help us stay organized.Mentioned in this episode:Jamie's fav calendar app: FantasticalJamie's task app: ThingsRebecca's task app: Goblin ToolsJamie's productivity "game" on...

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33:38

Savory gelatin and why we all need a nap

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/01/28

This episode is all about surviving the holidays, savory gelatin dishes (that all seem to trace back to Mormons and The Midwest), and why we all just need a nap. We discuss how much pressure has been put on women for generations to Make the Holidays Happen. We also share personal stories about family dynamics during holiday get togethers and the importance of setting boundaries to protect our mental health (like just saying no to invites). Plus, we get to mock Jamie's vegan Thanksgiving feast...

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38:39

We're the problem

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/01/21

In this episode of the Burnout Collective, we discuss a topic we have no business discussing: shopping. Or, rather, using shopping as a coping mechanism—which some like to call doom spending. We talk about buying unnecessary items when stressed or bored, like 6 different Muslin Comfort blankets (and this one time a car). We then chat about the struggle of managing finances to begin with, the science of social media advertising, and the impacts of ADHD on spending habits. Although we know this...

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43:39

But would you attend their out of state funeral?

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/01/21

In this episode, we discuss the quirks and joys of having a "work spouse" or work bestie. We share hilarious stories about workplace etiquette (like being betrayed by a potential work wife), the importance of having a reliable ally at work, and the unspoken rules of office friendships. Plus, Rebecca has her own moment of realization that she's the "mean friend." And, dear reader, she's thrilled.Have a suggestion for our next episode? A burnout story to share? Send us a text! Support the showT...

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59:24

Rehab for serial killers

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/01/14

In Episode 2 of The Burnout Collective, we chat about what haunts us all...MANAGERS. From the rare good manager to the plethora of terrible managers we've encountered in our careers, each and every one has shaped our own management styles. We discuss the irreversible damage bad managers can do, how some people just have a lust for power, the importance of empathy as a leader, and quiet leadership. But we're only naming names on our Patreon. So don't get too excited.Have a suggestion for our n...

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52:03

Take it personally

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/01/14

Well, somebody got laid off. So we fast-tracked this episode to take full advantage of her trauma and poke at fresh wounds. [Redacted] shares her recent layoff experience and how she's dealing (or not) with it. We chat about the rollercoaster that is job (in)security, toxic workplaces, and the importance of remembering to put yourself first. (You're not an asshole, we promise.)Have a suggestion for our next episode? A burnout story to share? Send us a text! Support the showThe Burnout Collect...

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42:19

That was BS, right?

The Burnout Collective ·

2025/01/09

In the first episode of The Burnout Collective, we share how we met and how we immediately started bonding over corporate BS—emphasizing the need for companies to have a "no asshole" policy. We talk about dealing with mean girls on the daily, the need to form strategic alliances, and why trauma bonding is inevitable. We unpack the experiences with burnout we’ve had throughout our careers, the toll workplace stress can take on our mental health, and the importance of forming supportive friends...

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