The 10 Best This Is Uncomfortable Podcast Episodes
1) Productivity won’t save you
We live in a world that rewards us for producing, and producing, and producing. But why is it that no matter how much we do, it never feels like enough? This week, we’re going to look at our obs...Show More
2) WeWork too much
When WeWork acquired her company, she got executive training, fancy corporate retreats and a dope Patagonia jacket. It was almost enough to make her forget everything she lost. This week: Why we’...Show More
3) Together, apart
Six years in, Sana and Adnan Akhand loved being married to each other. But sharing everything — their apartment in New York City, their money, the household duties, all their free time — shook the bal...Show More
4) Let’s take it slow
Adam had worked his way up to manager at a branch of a global bank, only to see his responsibilities double during the pandemic. After trying to make it work, the extra duties without extra pay began ...Show More
5) The things we leave behind (updated rerun)
This week, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes, plus a new update and your surprising reactions.While sorting through her father’s belongings after his death, Amanda Petteruti came across a ...Show More
6) Barred from benefits (from The Uncertain Hour)
Millions of Americans who are out of work don’t receive unemployment benefits. That’s by design. An episode from “The Uncertain Hour’s” pop-up season “A History of Now.” If you...Show More
7) Zoom therapy in a pandemic
How do I keep from fighting with my partner about money? What do I say to a friend who’s just lost a job? This week, a little financial therapy session over zoom to help us all cope with our COV...Show More
8) F you, pay me
Caitlin Boston asked for a raise. Her boss gave her a hard no. Then she made it her mission to figure out what she was worth… and to get paid. Plus: we teach you how to get paid too.
9) Everyday liars
You tell your mom you’re broke. You pretend to have student loans. You wear knock-off couture. People tell lies about money all the time. We asked about your “white lies” — and you d...Show More
10) When money makes it weird
Reema tries to settle a debt she’s been avoiding. And what happens when one person in a relationship has way more money?