Thank You for Your Interest
Thank You for Your Interest

Thank You for Your Interest

Yellow Tape Media

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Rejection is universal, yet seldom discussed openly. Each episode, hosted by podcaster and professional job seeker, Rebekah Sebastian, explores the most heartbreaking, hilarious, or hellish job rejection stories from job seekers just like you — a reminder that rejection happens to the best of us.

From being ghosted after nailing an audition, to bombing a high stakes interview, listen in as we laugh, cry, and connect through the stories of rejection that shape us. So the next time you get the dreaded “Thank you for your interest” email, consider circling back to this podcast for some much needed solidarity.

Have a story you want to share? Visit tyfyipod.com to learn how you can be a guest on the show!

Recent Episodes

A Woman’s Worth | Rachel’s Rejection Story
NOV 25, 2024
A Woman’s Worth | Rachel’s Rejection Story
How can you break through a glass ceiling when your boss says it doesn’t exist? For our season finale, we sit down with Rachel, an HR professional from the Midwest. In her mid-twenties, Rachel joined a company known for its "boys' club" culture. Determined to make a difference, she outperformed her male colleagues,  proving her value at every turn. Along the way, she made it her mission to help others break in and thrive, building a stronger, more inclusive workplace. But success didn’t shield her from systemic discrimination. Despite promises of senior leadership opportunities, Rachel faced repeated setbacks and overt sexism. The final blow came after she returned from maternity leave—when the glass ceiling came crashing down on her career. Credits: Thank You for Your Interest is brought to you by Yellow Tape Media. Rebekah Sebastian: Creator, Host, and Executive Producer Samantha Gattsek: Co-host, Senior Producer, and Audio Engineer Our cover art was designed by Nim Ben-Reuven Our theme music was composed by Your Silent Facade. You can explore their entire catalog exclusively at PitchHammerMusic.com Connect with TYFYI: Learn more about the show or apply to be a guest: TYFYIPOD.com Enjoyed this episode? Please rate and review on Apple podcasts!  Follow us on TikTok: @tyfyipod Want to say hello or collaborate? Drop us a note: tyfyipod@gmail.com OR leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/ThankYouForYourInterest Thank you for listening to Thank You for Your Interest—rejection sucks, but you don’t! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Power of Office Culture | Eric’s Rejection Story
NOV 18, 2024
The Power of Office Culture | Eric’s Rejection Story
Asking for help is hard, and repeated rejection only deepens the struggle. But in the end, you don’t know what you don’t know—and realizing that can spark new ideas. ( or “can help blaze a new trail” or “can open doors”) etc.  In this episode, we sit down with Eric Silver, a fellow podcaster who found himself in the tech world during the mid-2010s, working for a quirky startup called Poncho. With a cute, weather-centric mascot, Poncho seemed like a perfectly safe place for a creative to thrive—until an unexpected promotion changed the workplace dynamics.  Eric shares his experience navigating office culture, dealing with an unprofessional manager who preferred to go off script, and recognizing red flags in the workplace. Speaking of red flags, Samantha quizzes Rebekah on some of the worst, and they read their latest and greatest listener review. Eric co- founded Multitude — a podcast collective, where he currently serves as Head of Development. Thank you to Multitude for hosting us for this interview! Check out their slate of shows here. Credits: Thank You for Your Interest is brought to you by Yellow Tape Media. Rebekah Sebastian: Creator, Host, and Executive Producer Samantha Gattsek: Co-host, Senior Producer, and Audio Engineer Our cover art was designed by Nim Ben-Reuven Our theme music was composed by Your Silent Facade. You can explore their entire catalog exclusively at PitchHammerMusic.com Connect with TYFYI: Learn more about the show or apply to be a guest: TYFYIPOD.com Enjoyed this episode? Please rate and review on Apple podcasts!  Follow us on TikTok: @tyfyipod Want to say hello or collaborate? Drop us a note: tyfyipod@gmail.com OR leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/ThankYouForYourInterest Thank you for listening to Thank You for Your Interest—rejection sucks, but you don’t! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Nepotism is Dead | Marlene's Rejection Story
NOV 11, 2024
Nepotism is Dead | Marlene's Rejection Story
Everyone’s tried to use a connection to get their foot in the door, but without careful fact-checking, you might just end up with your foot in your mouth instead. In today’s episode, Marlene takes us back to her desperate days of trying to break into Hollywood—where she was ready to do anything to make it. She thought she was on the fast track to success, but her attempt to impress a big-time talent agent was dead on arrival. Tune in for a plot twist that’s straight out of central casting—and Rebekah and Samantha discuss why personal connections, while helpful, aren’t everything!  Stick around for the Not Safe for Work (NSFW) segment at the end of the show, featuring listener voicemails. This week —  our anonymous caller shares an unexpected rejection and the pitiful send off that followed. Credits: Thank You for Your Interest is brought to you by Yellow Tape Media. Rebekah Sebastian: Creator, Host, and Executive Producer Samantha Gattsek: Co-host, Senior Producer, and Audio Engineer Our cover art was designed by Nim Ben-Reuven Our theme music was composed by Your Silent Facade. You can explore their entire catalog exclusively at PitchHammerMusic.com Connect with TYFYI: Learn more about the show or apply to be a guest: TYFYIPOD.com Enjoyed this episode? Please rate and review on Apple podcasts!  Follow us on TikTok: @tyfyipod Want to say hello or collaborate? Drop us a note: tyfyipod@gmail.com OR leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/ThankYouForYourInterest Thank you for listening to Thank You for Your Interest—rejection sucks, but you don’t! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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 The Cookie Cutter Ad Campaign | Kyle's Rejection Story
NOV 4, 2024
The Cookie Cutter Ad Campaign | Kyle's Rejection Story
How do you showcase your best work to a potential employer—without the risk of giving away your best ideas? Some roles require you to showcase a body of work during the interview process—a great opportunity to demonstrate your talent and qualifications, but also an inherent risk.  On today’s episode, Kyle shares how a promising series of interviews led to a disappointing rejection and an unexpected discovery. This unfortunate turn sparks a thought provoking discussion between hosts Rebekah and Samantha, who open up about their own experiences with protecting intellectual property, and debate whether it’s ever okay to ‘steal like an artist.’ They also share exciting updates and news for the show! Stick around for the Not Safe for Work (NSFW) segment at the end of the show, featuring listener voicemails. This week —  Tara demonstrates that a home office doesn’t require four walls. Credits: Thank You for Your Interest is brought to you by Yellow Tape Media. Rebekah Sebastian: Creator, Host, and Executive Producer Samantha Gattsek: Co-host, Senior Producer, and Audio Engineer Our cover art was designed by Nim Ben-Reuven Our theme music was composed by Your Silent Facade. You can explore their entire catalog exclusively at PitchHammerMusic.com Connect with TYFYI: Learn more about the show or apply to be a guest: TYFYIPOD.com Enjoyed this episode? Please rate and review on Apple podcasts!  Follow us on TikTok: @tyfyipod Want to say hello or collaborate? Drop us a note: tyfyipod@gmail.com OR leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/ThankYouForYourInterest Thank you for listening to Thank You for Your Interest—rejection sucks, but you don’t! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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A Comedian Walks Into a Sperm Bank | Sarah's Rejection Story
OCT 28, 2024
A Comedian Walks Into a Sperm Bank | Sarah's Rejection Story
What if getting fired was the best thing that ever happened to you? "You can't make this stuff up"—but when you're a comedian, you absolutely can use it as material. Today's guest, stand-up comedian and former scientist Sarah Adelman, joins Rebekah Sebastian to share her journey from maternal health research to the comedy stage, and how she literally laughed in face of rejection. With the self-deprecating humor only a comedian can deliver,Sarah opens up about not just rejection, but being fired, and how these experiences clarified where her career was heading.Her story of integrating seemingly opposite passions might just make you rethink everything you thought you wanted.  Stick around for the Not Safe for Work (NSFW) segment at the end of the show, featuring listener voicemails. This week — podcast guru and friend of the show, Lauren Passal, got Mean-Girled right out of her job despite wearing pink on Wednesdays. Learn more and follow Sarah Adelman! Get tickets to see Sarah’s one woman show, EGG! (If you go, say hi to Rebekah and Samantha there! IG@hi_itsrebekah)  Credits: Thank You for Your Interest is brought to you by Yellow Tape Media. Rebekah Sebastian: Creator, Host, and Executive Producer Samantha Gattsek: Co-host, Senior Producer, and Audio Engineer Our cover art was designed by Nim Ben-Reuven Our theme music was composed by Your Silent Facade. You can explore their entire catalog exclusively at PitchHammerMusic.com Connect with TYFYI: Learn more about the show or apply to be a guest: TYFYIPOD.com Enjoyed this episode? Please rate and review on Apple podcasts!  Follow us on TikTok: @tyfyipod Want to say hello or collaborate? Drop us a note: tyfyipod@gmail.com OR leave us a voicemail at speakpipe.com/ThankYouForYourInterest Thank you for listening to Thank You for Your Interest—rejection sucks, but you don’t! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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31 MIN