Episode 2 of I Used To Work There brings together a mix of unbelievable moments that prove just how unpredictable life at work can be. What starts as a simple shift serving tables turns into a once-in-a-lifetime invitation to sail through the Greek islands. A routine day on the job suddenly escalates into a full-blown police chase, complete with chaos, confusion, and split-second decisions. And in another story, a workplace interaction crosses a line that no one should ever have to experience, revealing how quickly a professional environment can become deeply uncomfortable.

These stories highlight the extremes of working life, from incredible opportunities to intense, high-stakes moments to situations that demand courage and action. They’re a reminder that the people we meet, the choices we make, and the environments we’re in can shape us in ways we never expect. Some moments stay with you because they’re unbelievable. Others stay with you because they change you.

Have a story of your own? We want to hear it. Send us a short summary of your experience to HR@iusedtoworkthere.com and someone will be in touch with an intake form.

The first episode of I Used To Work There brings together a wild mix of real workplace stories, from dangerous outdoor education mishaps and unforgettable jobsite pranks to a powerful moment inside a correctional facility that changes someone’s career path. The Day Shift highlights just how unpredictable, human, and sometimes hilarious our work lives can be.

Then the Night Shift takes over, diving into darker territory with a chilling real-life bank robbery, a deeply disturbing boss story that escalates far beyond expectations, and a haunted office encounter that may leave you questioning what’s real. It’s a gripping introduction to a show built around the moments at work you never forget… the ones that make you say, I can’t believe I used to work there.

Have a story of your own? We want to hear it. Send us a short summary of your experience to HR@iusedtoworkthere.com and someone will be in touch with an intake form.

Everyone has a story from work.

The meeting that went completely off the rails. The boss who completely lost control. The moment someone walked out and never came back. And the thing that happened there… the thing you still can’t explain to this day.

Welcome to I Used To Work There, a storytelling podcast hosted by multi award-winning podcast host Kelly Kennedy. This show explores the wild, funny, inspiring, strange, and sometimes unexplainable stories that happen in workplaces around the world.

From offices to construction sites, restaurants to hospitals, retail floors to factories, every workplace has stories.

This show is built in two worlds: Day Shift for the funny, inspiring, and unbelievable stories, and Night Shift for the darker, eerie, unexplainable, and scary ones.

If you have ever clocked in for a shift and walked away with a story you will never forget, this show is for you.

Email hr@iusedtoworkthere.com with a brief overview of your story to submit your interest. We appreciate all story submissions. If your story is selected, you will be sent an intake form, release form, and booking links to get started.

I Used To Work There

Because the best workplace stories are the ones people never forget.