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ICYMI: The Aftermath of a Layoff

May 22, 2024

Former co-host of NPR’s Invisibilia, Yowei Shaw, discusses the aftermath of a layoff, including her own experience. The podcast explores the psychological impact of layoffs, humor as a coping mechanism, and the formation of supportive spaces for employees. Shaw reflects on the value of NPR and the impact of job loss on individuals.

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Yowei Shaw

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Exploring emotional toll of layoffs and advocating for compassion in layoff culture.

Challenging stigma around negative emotions post-layoff and promoting open conversations for support.

Deep dives

Investigating Layoff Reactions and Feelings

Exploring the emotional toll of layoffs, the episode delves into the unique reactions individuals experience during the period of uncertainty before they learn about job termination. It highlights the intense mix of emotional responses, from humor to deep anxiety and calls for a more compassionate approach to supporting those affected by layoffs.

Introduction

2min

Clay Gravesandie's Social Media Drama

6min

Exploring the Psychological Impact of Layoffs and Identity in the Workplace

5min

Navigating Layoffs and Emotional Turmoil

12min

Navigating the Emotional Turmoil of Layoffs

7min

Navigating Emotional Responses to Layoffs

12min

Reflections on NPR, a Music Video for Layoffs, and Moving Forward

3min

Candice Lim is joined by Yowei Shaw (former co-host of NPR’s Invisibilia) to discuss her new podcast Proxy, which takes listeners through the psychological aftermath of a layoff, starting with Shaw’s own layoff from NPR. In March 2023, the public radio institution laid off approximately 10 percent of its staff, resulting in the cancellation of four podcasts, including Invisibilia. Shaw, along with her team, was working on an upcoming season of the podcast when they were suddenly without jobs. More than a year later, Shaw is back with Proxy, which investigates layoff culture and asks questions like “Is there a good way to lay off employees?” and “Why did my HR representative smile when they laid me off?”

This podcast is produced by Se’era Spragley Ricks, Daisy Rosario, Candice Lim and Rachelle Hampton.

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ICYMI: The Aftermath of a Layoff

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Investigating Layoff Reactions and Feelings

Navigating Layoff Stigma and Emotional Responses

Addressing Layoff Girl Label and Boundary Setting

Maintaining Love for NPR Despite Layoff

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