WRKDefined Workplace Misconduct: A Mandatory Meeting Podcast Episode 16

In this episode of Workplace Misconduct: A Mandatory Meeting, Ryan Leary and William Tincup, joined by Amy Warren and Micole Garatti at Fama’s booth during HR Tech, pull back the curtain on the dark, often hidden side of hiring—the misconduct, red flags, and jaw-dropping behavior that never shows up in an interview.

From viral scandals to lawsuit-worthy hires, they unpack the real risks hiding in plain sight. If you’ve ever hired someone and crossed your fingers, this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways

• A preschool teacher posted about hating kids and drinking at work. It was real.
• An EMT got drunk, stole an ambulance, hit someone, and ran. On the job.
• 25% of media and entertainment candidates showed misconduct flags.
• One CFO candidate had fraud charges and prostitution allegations. Verified.
• Fama wants to cut workplace misconduct from 10% to 5%.
• A university saw a 116:1 ROI using Fama’s tools.
• Misconduct costs companies trillions. Prevention is cheaper.
• Social screening helps companies hire smarter—not cancel people.
• Executives with red flags cost brands far more than entry-level hires.
• Every employee is a public figure now. One viral mistake can ruin your brand.
• One guy exposed himself behind a glass door during a work call. HR can’t make this up.
• Today’s hiring goes beyond resumes. Vet everyone—from TikTokers to CEOs.

Misconduct at work isn’t just an HR headache—it’s a ticking time bomb for company culture. Tune in to Workplace Misconduct: A Mandatory Meeting – a spinoff of #9to5Nightmares for more unfiltered stories from the front lines of hiring.

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