Thank You for Your Interest
Yellow Tape Media
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 t...
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
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—un
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 Rebe
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 Sam
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, a
World Tour Detour | Fela's Rejection Story
If a job is taken away before you start, did you even have the job to begin with?In today’s episode, host Rebekah Sebastian sits down with Fela Davis, an audio engineer who turned learning on the job into an art form. With undeniable raw talent, Fela made waves in the music industry, but she knew she needed more to truly break through. Years of hustle, innovation, and sheer determination led her to the brink of her biggest dream—until one unexpected phone call changed everything.With an infectio
All that Glitters Isn't Ghosted | Morgan's Rejection Story
What happens when a dream job disappears into thin air?Today’s episode of Thank You for Your Interest feels like a good gossip sesh and you’re invited. Host Rebekah Sebastian interviews Morgan, an entertainment journalist who channeled her pandemic boredom into a booming business. When industry leaders took notice Morgan was sure her big break was just around the corner; but a passage of time and a social media discovery forced Morgan to re-evaluate everything.Morgan’s optimism is contagious, sp
Panic at the FBI | Kim’s Rejection Story
Ever been hooked up to a polygraph and quizzed about your own life? Would you pass the test?In the premiere episode of Thank You for Your Interest, host Rebekah Sebastian interviews Kim, a traveling nurse from Arizona who once found herself in that very situation. Before Kim’s healthcare calling was confirmed, she was a job-seeker on the hunt for purpose and passion. She thought she found it when she applied to a federal agency, but as she advanced through the process, unexpected twists made her
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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 drea