The Final Episode of Jaded HR | Thank You for 6.5 Years of HR Stories, Workplace Lessons & Laughs
Send us Fan MailJaded HR Finale: Thank You for 6.5 Incredible YearsAfter more than six years of workplace stories, HR debates, employment law discussions, and more than a few sarcastic rants, this is the final episode of Jaded HR.In this bittersweet farewell, Warren and CeeCee explain why they're ending the podcast, reflect on how both their careers—and perspectives—have evolved, share favorite memories from years of recording, thank the listeners and Patreon supporters who made the show possible, and squeeze in one final HR legal story before signing off.While this may be the end of the podcast (for now), the entire Jaded HR catalog will remain available for listeners to revisit over the coming years. Whether you've been with us since the early days or recently discovered the show, thank you for being part of this incredible journey.In This Episode🎙️ Why Jaded HR Is EndingAfter 6½ years behind the microphone, Warren and CeeCee explain the decision to end the podcast. Between increasingly busy careers, changing priorities, and simply not feeling as "jaded" as they once were, it felt like the right time to close this chapter.❤️ Thank You to Our Patreon SupportersA heartfelt thank you goes out to Hallie, Bill, and Mike for supporting the show throughout the years. Warren also explains how Patreon contributions were used to keep the podcast archived and available for future listeners for at least the next three years.🎢 Vacation Stories, Theme Parks & People WatchingBefore the emotional goodbye, the hosts share stories from Warren's Ohio vacation, including:Columbus ZooCedar PointTheme park etiquetteStrollers, wagons, Speed Passes, and unforgettable people-watching momentsAs always, the conversation quickly goes off the rails—in the best possible way.⚖️ One Final HR Employment Law DiscussionNo Jaded HR finale would be complete without one last workplace case.The hosts discuss an employment law dispute involving a software engineer who was terminated after making a sarcastic comment about her CEO, leading to an NLRB ruling that reinforces an important HR principle:Consistency matters.If employers don't consistently enforce workplace policies, disciplinary decisions become much harder to defend. It's one last practical HR takeaway before saying goodbye.🎧 Looking Back on the JourneyThe conversation turns nostalgic as Warren and CeeCee remember:The evolution of Jaded HRFavorite guests over the yearsThe challenges of independent podcastingWhy producing a podcast show takes far more work than listeners ever seeWhether Jaded HR could someday return in another formNever say never...Thank YouTo every listener who downloaded an episode, shared the show, laughed with us, argued with us, supported us, or simply listened during your commute—Thank you.You've made the last six and a half years an unforgettable experience.As Warren says one final time:"We were here helping you survive HR one what the fuck moment at a time."*Topics CoveredJaded HR finaleWhy the podcast is endingHR careers and burnoutEmployment lawNLRB protected concerted activityHR complianceWorkplace free speechHR leadershipDave Matthews BandCedar PointColumbus ZooTheme parksIndependent podcastingSHRMHR podcast farewellConnect With UsAlthough Jaded HR has reached its finale, the full archive will remain available for listeners who want to revisit past episodes, workplace stories, HR discussions, and interviews.Thank you for making Jaded HR part of your journey.Support the show
