Ever seen a holiday party go so wrong that people are still talking about it years later? In this episode, we’re sharing some of the most unforgettable stories we’ve collected. Stories about fires, falls, oversharing, and the kind of judgment lapses that become company lore.

This “Holiday Hell” lineup includes:
• A flaming ouzo shot that set an entire dinner table on fire
• A new hire who got drunk and overshared to the CEO
• A VP who misjudged a step and fell across a fully set table
• A 2 a.m. company-wide “F-you” email that became instant legend

It’s equal parts cautionary tale and corporate anthropology… and a reminder that:
No one ever got promoted at a holiday party, but many people have been fired.

Perfect listening before your own holiday party, and a good reminder that it’s always better to be the observer at a holiday party… not the punchline.

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On this episode of Under NDA, we sit down with Tiff In Tech. one of the most influential and recognizable voices in the tech world, with over a million followers across her platforms. Tiff opens up about the real story behind building a content-driven business in 2025, the courage it took to bet on herself, and the surprising doors that opened once she went all-in.

She shares how Tiff In Tech evolved from simple coding tutorials into a full media brand with consulting, public speaking, and partnerships at the highest levels of the industry, including unexpected DMs from executive offices you’d never expect.

Tiff talks candidly about the hustle behind the glossy videos, the admin overload, the identity crisis creators face as AI avatars rise, and the constant balancing act of being a founder, creator, and new parent…sometimes all in the same hour. She also reveals the awkward and absurd moments that come with internet fame—from being mistaken for someone’s spouse at an event to strangers on planes knowing more about her personal life than she realized she’d shared.

If you’ve ever wondered what it actually takes to build a modern media business from scratch, or what life looks like behind the camera of one of tech’s biggest creators, this episode is a must-listen. Tiff’s honesty, humor, and grit make this one of our most inspiring conversations yet.

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Former principal dancer Jared joins Under NDA for Part 2 of our deep dive into the secret world of ballet. He pulls back the curtain on the side of the industry audiences never see. The backstage jokes, onstage mishaps, and the intense pressure that shapes every performance.

Jared also opens up about the harder realities- harsh body standards, the infamous “fat talk,” starving to stay employable, and the financial sacrifices dancers make for the art they love. From falling into orchestra pits to forgetting choreography mid-show, he shares the raw, human moments behind the perfection.

If Episode 1 gave you a rare window into the world of ballet, this episode takes you even deeper, offering an unfiltered look at what it really takes to survive, and thrive, in one of the most demanding art forms on earth.

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This week on Under NDA, we’re stepping away from corporate chaos and into one of the most mysterious, disciplined industries in the world: ballet.

Former professional dancer Sarah joins us to pull back the curtain on the hidden culture of ballet, from obedience and perfectionism to the power dynamics, pressure, and quiet resilience behind the stage lights.

It’s a world built on beauty and precision, but also control and fear. Sarah shares what it’s really like to grow up in that system, why she finally walked away, and how she’s now reshaping the art form for the next generation.

A rare, candid look inside an art form that few truly understand, and the start of our two-part exploration into the secrets of ballet.

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In this episode of UnderNDA, we dive into a deep conversation about a major cultural shift sweeping Silicon Valley. Our guest, Jules, a seasoned revenue leader who has taken companies from IPO to bankruptcy and back again, joins us to unpack the rise of “hard-tech hustle culture.”

Fueled by AI’s gold-rush energy, a new expectation has emerged: no booze, no sleep, no fun. Just relentless grind. We explore why founders are embracing this mindset, how it compares to the dot-com era, why camaraderie is disappearing, and what this means for leadership, creativity, burnout, and the loneliness epidemic.

Jules shares firsthand stories from gaming, startups, and big tech, from sleeping under desks to MIT recruits who literally never left the building. She weighs in on whether a company can truly scale when it sacrifices balance, humanity, and diversity of leadership styles.

This is a candid, surprising look at what’s happening behind the scenes in the Bay Area, and what leaders should be thinking about before demanding 996-style dedication from their teams (working at minimum 9am to 9pm, 6 days a week).

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Season 2 kicks off with a bang, and a new workplace trend to dissect: job hugging. It’s that move where someone becomes the single gatekeeper for… well, everything. Access. Approvals. Vendors. Progress itself. All in the name of staying “indispensable.”

In Episode 1, we walk through a real story of a friendly-but-friction-creating bottleneck, and what happened when he finally took a vacation. (Spoiler: the world kept turning… and faster.)

Join us as we unpack the psychology behind job hugging, why it’s rising, and how great leaders can spot and solve it before work grinds to a crawl. Season 2 is here, and we're starting with a choke point. Let's go.

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If you thought your awkward Zoom moment was bad… buckle up.

In this episode of Under NDA, hosts Dorian and Woody are joined by guest Linda, a longtime employee benefits consultant, to share two unforgettable stories from the remote work era.

First up: a marketing team member dials into a Zoom call from what sounded suspiciously like a waterpark. When asked about it? Denial. Next: a senior account manager joins an all-hands meeting shirtless after a post run cool down, unaware his camera’s on and dozens of coworkers are watching. Whoops.

We explore the rise of video call mishaps, remote work culture, and the bigger questions behind accountability, honesty, and leadership in the age of working from anywhere.

🎙️ If you’ve ever been on mute, off mute, or just off your game, this one’s for you.

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In this episode of Under NDA, guest Nicole joins us to unpack two classic corporate trainwrecks:

Story 1: “Bonuses for Who?”
A consulting firm calls an all-hands to celebrate record-breaking performance—then tells employees there won’t be any bonuses. The message? Leadership is thriving… you’re just lucky to have a job.

Story 2: “Failing Upward”
Meet Brad: a manager with zero EQ, vague feedback, and a knack for taking credit for other people’s work. Naturally, he gets promoted—and his team breathes a collective sigh of relief.

We dig into performative leadership, the myth of meritocracy, and how companies keep getting management so, so wrong.

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