Interim Era Podcast

What Job Loss Really Does to a Marriage | The Interim Era | E8

What really happens to a marriage when a job disappears? In this episode of The Interim Era, we flip the mic and invite our wives into the conversation to talk honestly about what it’s like living with someone navigating job loss, burnout, identity shifts, and an unpredictable job market. This isn’t career advice from a guru. It’s the unfiltered truth from the people who carried the emotional weight when the paychecks stopped. We talk about: * What layoffs actually do to families and marriages * The emotional toll of long job searches * Imposter syndrome, shame, and self-worth * How support turns into exhaustion—and back again * Why the “interim era” affects everyone, not just the person out of work There’s humor, tough love, and moments that might hit a little too close to home. If you’re unemployed, supporting someone who is, or quietly struggling through your own interim era, you’re not alone. 🎙 Hosted by Matt See & Mark Palmer 📌 Subscribe for real conversations about career transitions, mental health, and resilience 💬 Share this with someone who needs to hear it

How to Hold On When It All Falls Apart | The Interim Era | E7

When you lose your job, it can feel like losing your identity. In this episode, Pastor Larry joins Mark and Matt to talk about the spiritual, emotional, and deeply human side of job loss and transition. They explore the grief of losing your title, the role of community and soul care, and why “everything happens for a reason” might be the wrong message.Whether you’re a person of faith or just looking for meaning in the middle of chaos, this episode is a grounding reminder: The worst thing is not the last thing.🔔 Subscribe for more raw and real conversations about the messy middle.

How to Win the LinkedIn Game | The Interim Era | E6

Your LinkedIn posts aren’t working. Here’s why. In this episode of The Interim Era, we sit down with LinkedIn ghostwriter Maria Marhefka to break down the scroll-stopping secrets behind personal branding, content that connects, and how to build trust (not cringe) on LinkedIn. We cover: * The truth about ghostwriting and finding your voice online * Why executives need to stop hiding behind company pages * The MEAL method: a simple formula for writing great LinkedIn posts * The golden hour, content sandwiches, and how NOT to “post and ghost” * How jobseekers can use LinkedIn to grow visibility, not just virality Whether you’re between jobs or just want to show up better online, this episode will change how you think about LinkedIn. 🎧 Subscribe and listen to The Interim Era wherever you get your podcasts. 🔗 Maria’s website: https://www.mariawritescopy.com/ #LinkedInTips #PersonalBranding #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #InterimEraPodcast

Touch Grass. Shower. Apply. | The Interim Era | E5

Job searching got you spiraling? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Interim Era, we sit down with counselor Katie Gray Hundley, LPC, to talk about the weird mental gymnastics of layoffs, why your libido crashes when your self-worth tanks, and how trying to treat your job hunt like a 9–5 is actually making things worse. We get real about: 😬 The emotional whiplash of rejection 🧠 Identity loss and imposter syndrome 🛁 Why routines like showering (yes, really) matter ❤️ Layoffs and libido (it’s a thing) 🌱 Why you need to touch grass and reconnect with real life If you’re in the thick of it, this episode is for you. It’s funny, honest, and just might help you feel a little less alone. 🔔 Subscribe for more real talk on navigating the messy middle of career change.

I Paid $1,600 For A Resume | The Interim Era | E4

The job search can feel brutal: hundreds of applications, constant ghosting, and endless rejection. But what if the problem isn’t you — it’s your strategy?In this episode of The Interim Era, Matt See and Mark Palmer talk with career advisor and former recruiter Hayley McNeal Drake. With years of experience on the hiring side, Hayley pulls back the curtain on what actually gets candidates noticed and what gets them skipped in seconds.What we cover:✅ Why “Easy Apply” is a trap for most job seekers✅ Resume mistakes that kill your chances instantly✅ The truth about ATS systems (and how to actually get through)✅ How to fix confusing job titles so recruiters understand your role✅ The underrated power of LinkedIn comments and conversations✅ Staying confident and sane when rejection piles upWhether you’re in the middle of a job search, burned out from ghosting, or just want to know how recruiters really think, this conversation will help you cut through the noise and land your next role.👉 Watch, subscribe, and join the conversation. 🎧 Also available on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.