Million Dollar Advice
Million Dollar Advice is a work and career advice podcast hosted by friends and colleagues Kim Lessing and Kate Arend. Together Kim and Kate run Amy Poehler’s Paper Kite Productions and are very cool and good at their jobs. Each week, they will help live callers with their work-related dilemmas. Whether you have a question or you just like listening to other people’s problems, this show will change your life. If you have a problem at work or a career question big or small, write in to milliondollaradvicepod@gmail.com or leave a message on the Million Dollar Advi...
Wed, April 09, 2025
Live from SXSW!
We have a special episode for you! This week Kim and Kate hit the road for their first ever live event at SXSW EDU! They answer all kinds of questions from how to not turn into a tech bro to how to keep morale in schools high. Everyone’s lives are changed and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E40 · Thu, December 19, 2024
Amy Poehler in the Hot Seat
In this week’s season finale Kim and Kate are joined by Amy Poeher and they ask her some hard hitting gotcha questions and also order lunch. Then, they answer a question from an emailer who wants to be promoted but isn’t sure it’s going to happen. Then, Kim’s mom finally makes her MDA debut and asks a question about when it’s time to retire. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E39 · Thu, December 19, 2024
Defying Gravity
This week Kim and Kate have colds but that doesn’t stop Kim from absolutely Defying Gravity with her incredible voice. Then, Kim and Kate answer two email questions. The first is from a person whose work out buddy keeps bringing thirds along to the gym. The second question is from a manager who isn’t thrilled with the results of their office wide personality tests. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E38 · Thu, December 12, 2024
I Gave My Whole Self to Weird Girl With D’Arcy Carden
This week Kim and Kate are joined by D’Arcy Carden (The Good Place, League of their Own). Things get freaky when everyone nearly asphyxiates but once everyone takes a deep breath things get back on track. First up, Kim, Kate and D’Arcy help a frazzled yes woman deal with her jealousy and take back her power. Then, they save an innocent employee whose lie has spun out of control. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E37 · Thu, December 05, 2024
Lady in the Sheet and a Freak in the Bed
This week Kim and Kate discuss if men and women can be friends. It gets heated and scary. Then, they take a question from a caller who is getting snarky comments on her outfits at work. Later in the episode Kim and Kate help an emailer working in a gross work environment. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E36 · Wed, November 27, 2024
Grey Rock
This week Kim has yet another nervous breakdown about her worth. Kate helps her back on to solid ground and they take a caller from a wedding planner who is having trouble keeping things professional. Then, they take an email question from a guy who sounds hot and has somehow become the office therapist. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E35 · Thu, November 21, 2024
Grateful for Bed
This week Kim and Kate discuss their gratitude practice, including the thing they’re most grateful for: bed. They help a caller who is sick of how distracted her coworkers are on Zoom. Then, they answer a voicemail question about what to do when your boss says, “I love you.” Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E34 · Thu, November 14, 2024
Late Onset Pick Me Syndrome
This week Kim and Kate discuss whether or not Kim is a pick-me. Spoiler alert, SHE IS! Then, they help an emailer who is dealing with a low stakes office klepto. Later in the episode Kim and Kate help an emailer who is dealing with her own grief and the grief of those around her. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E33 · Thu, November 07, 2024
Sleeping with a Single Airpod
This week Kim and Kate suffer from crippling brain fog. But after a few jumping jacks, the ladies are back up and running. They answer a question from a caller who is pulled in too many directions at work and isn’t sure where to turn. Then, the ladies are tasked with saving a boss who can’t find her voice and is too lax. Kim and Kate whip her into shape quick! Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E32 · Thu, October 31, 2024
Chobani, Please Sponsor Us
This week Kim and Kate are high on coffee and chobani creamer (please sponsor us). They discuss office microtrends. What is in, and what is out! Then, they help an emailer with returning to the workforce after taking some European time off. Lastly, they answer a DM about a hierarchy issue. Spoiler alert, someone is married to the CEO! Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E31 · Thu, October 24, 2024
Water Aerobics with Amy Poehler
This week Kim and Kate are joined by the incredible Amy Poehler. They reveal their favorite movies and what it was like to brave a large building. Then, the three help a caller with murky worky boundaries. Lastly, they discuss best practices for workplace bonding. Amy admits she loves Kim and Kate. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E30 · Thu, October 17, 2024
Sick, Sick Green Lady
This week Kim is sick and recording from home. More worrying though, is that Kim is on the verge of becoming a green lady. Kate helps Kim course correct and they dive into the episode where they help an emailer who doesn’t know how to answer “what do you do?” Then, another emailer is at a loss for how to help her workaholic friend. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E29 · Thu, October 10, 2024
Coworkers Leave Colorado Man Behind on Mountain Summit during Office Retreat
This week Kim and Kate record later than usual and it’s chaos. They answer a question about a coworker who constantly interrupts all the while Kim can’t stop interrupting Kate! Kate is, however, very patient about it. Then, a couple calls in to talk about how to cope with their recent promotions and deal with their inability to get some work life balance. It’s a slap happy episode to say the least. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E28 · Thu, October 03, 2024
Calm Kim
Today Kim has done acupuncture and is in a state of total bliss. Naturally, this throws off the entire dynamic and Kate is terrified. They right the ship and dig into a question about how to deal with a boss who “isn’t a morning person.” Then, the ladies tackle a question about an unequal partnership. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E27 · Thu, September 26, 2024
The Spice Girls of Advice with Lisa Gilroy
This week Kim and Kate are joined by the hilarious and perfect Lisa Gilroy. Together, they help a caller who is dealing with high tension that she can’t seem to diffuse. Then, the ladies tackle an email about a co-worker who won't stop sending unfunny memes. The problem stumps them at first but eventually they find their way through and save the day. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E26 · Thu, September 19, 2024
Write Yourself a Thank You Note
This week Kim and Kate debate whether they’re overstimulated or just old. Then, they help a voicemail caller who is caught in the middle of a juicy love triangle. After that, they help an emailer who is feeling that her department is undervalued. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E25 · Thu, September 12, 2024
CC’d to Death
This week Kim and Kate discuss Bala Bangles, Yiddish and fitness routines. Then, they help a caller who is being bullied on LinkedIn by a former co-worker. After that, they address an email from a listener who is being CC’d to death. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E24 · Thu, September 05, 2024
Employee of the Month
This week Kim and Kate are separated by 3,000 miles and it’s bringing up some long unaddressed issues between them. After working things out, Kim and Kate talk to a caller who is starting her own business and struggling with her social media presence. Next, a coffee roaster has an enemy she is trying to navigate. Luckily Kim and Kate have some excellent advice. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E23 · Thu, August 29, 2024
Black Cat, Golden Retriever
This week Kim and Kate help a dad-to-be and golden retriever as he navigates his long term writing partnership with a black cat. Then, Kim and Kate address a voicemail from a listener who isn’t sure how to resign from her current position. Everyone’s lives are changed and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E22 · Thu, August 22, 2024
But, Beyoncé! with Zainab Johnson
This week Kim and Kate are joined by comedian, actress, and writer Zainab Johnson (@zainabjohnson). They help a caller whose difficult boss won’t take her seriously and also happens to be her dad. Then, they tackle an email question about whether or not kindness can be manipulative. Everyone’s lives are changed and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E21 · Thu, August 15, 2024
Tell Them to Wipe Their Own Ass
This week Kate and Kim share the joy and trauma of popcorn and spray tans. Then, they help a caller who is lost in a cycle of career hopping and burnout. Later, they help a voicemail caller put together a timeline for how to make a career shift. Everyone’s lives are changed and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E20 · Thu, August 08, 2024
I Raise You a Bitmoji
This week Kim and Kate hit you with answers to three, yes, THREE questions. First, Kim and Kate help a listener deal with the bizarre emoticon culture dominating her company’s communication style. Then, a husband needs advice on how to encourage his wife to quit a job she hates. And last but not least, a photographer gets stiffed at the altar and Kim and Kate save the day and get her paid. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E19 · Thu, August 01, 2024
Piss Wall
This week Kim and Kate give some unsolicited advice to a neighbor with a really bad sign. Then, they help an aspiring actor who isn’t sure she wants to disclose her dreams to her current co-workers. After that, they help a seafaring yacht worker get over her Peter Pan syndrome. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E18 · Thu, July 25, 2024
Gossip Hangovers
This week Kim and Kate discuss the difference between those who decorate their offices and those who don’t. Then, they delve into a question about what happens when you can’t stop shitalking everyone at work. Later in the episode, they help a caller who wants to make a career change but doesn’t know how to decide what’s next. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E17 · Thu, July 18, 2024
That Sounds like Lexapro’s Job
This week Kim and Kate dig into whether or not it’s deranged to have your phone on vibrate. Then, a caller has trouble adjusting to new work environments without stepping on toes. Later in the episode, Kim and Kate help a listener deal with her friend who can’t stop dating her co-workers! Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E16 · Thu, July 11, 2024
Am I in a Cult?
This week Kim and Kate dig into the importance of vacation. They advise a caller suffering from millennial boss syndrome and worried things are a little too good to be true. Then, they answer an email question from someone whose workplace might just be a cult! Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E15 · Thu, June 27, 2024
Sharty Party in the Tesla with Casey Brown
This week actor, comedian and writer Casey Brown FKA @shartyparty69 joins Kim and Kate to answer not one, not two, but three audience questions. They answer a question about what to do with a shameful tattoo, a question about when it’s appropriate to discuss feelings with an unresponsive co-worker and then, they answer an email question about what to do when you’re promoted over someone who is extremely jealous. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. It’s a jam packed episode you don’t want to miss! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E14 · Thu, June 20, 2024
Could be the Moon
This week Kate is in a bad mood! It could be the fact that she is a Cancer, but no one can say for sure. Kim cheers Kate up and then they take a call from a linguistic PHD wondering if prestige is worth considering when looking for a job. Then, an emailer asks about reference etiquette. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E13 · Thu, June 13, 2024
Tricep OnlyFans
This week Kim and Kate cover everything from online shopping to inherited trauma. Something for everyone! Then, Kate’s very good friend calls in with a question about how to maintain space for yourself as a full time parent. Later in the episode, an emailer wants to know how to protect their free time when they are invited to so many work-related events. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E12 · Thu, June 06, 2024
Old Ass
In this episode, Kim finds out she’s rude and is rocked to her core. Then, Kim and Kate help an international caller tackle imposter syndrome. Later in the episode, they dig into questions of ageism and reverse ageism. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E11 · Thu, May 30, 2024
Tarzan in the Jungle
It’s a family affair this week! Kim and Kate get a call from Nouns’ little sister, Gracie who has a question about how to start career hunting when you’re feeling lost. Then, a voicemail caller asks the age old question: Should you let your coworkers follow you on social media? Kim and Kate have the answer. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E10 · Thu, May 23, 2024
Amy Poehler Orders Lunch
This week Amy Poehler returns! After a wild ride ordering lunch, Kim, Kate and Amy help a caller understand the difference between a teachable moment and fireable offense. Then, they venture into the art world to solve a problem involving 40 thousand dollars worth of equipment and a terrible friend. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E9 · Thu, May 16, 2024
Can’t Throw a Ball Without Hitting a Mother
This week Kim and Kate have a number of heated debates. They dig into the age old question of TO TELL OR NOT TELL. Then, despite Kate admitting she hates boundaries, Kim and Kate give some extremely good advice on how to set them. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E8 · Thu, May 09, 2024
Little Sister Energy
This week Kate is annoyed by Kim. But Kim really doesn’t seem to mind. They coach a caller who in a shocking twist of expectations DOESN’T want to get promoted. Then, Kim and Kate are confronted with a voicemail detailing a verrryyy sexxxyyy problem. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. Let me know if you need anything else, and thank you! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E7 · Thu, May 02, 2024
Psycho for the first 35 with Tika Sumpter
This week Kim and Kate are joined by the beautiful, incomparable Tika Sumpter. Kim and Kate confess their love for her and then they dig into a caller who cannot set a single work boundary to save her life! Kim, Kate and Tika quickly turn things around for her and save her from a life of burn out. Then a voicemail caller asks about how to deal with her nemesis who keeps failing up. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E6 · Thu, April 25, 2024
New Teeth Money
Kim is back from maternity leave and has returned a changed woman thanks to attending a motivational coaching webinar hosted by… well, you’re just gonna have to listen to find out who. Then, Kim and Kate help an emerging artist who is dealing with a tricky and relatable networking problem. And then, they answer a voice message about how to deal with an eager new hire. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E5 · Thu, April 18, 2024
Doctor’s Orders
This week Kim records from her closet and throws a wrench in the whole dynamic. They discuss the pitfalls of comparing yourself to someone you work with. Then, Kim and Kate speak to a doctor and help her to find her voice at work. And later, they help someone infiltrate an impenetrable work clique. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E4 · Thu, April 11, 2024
Pooping at Work with Mitra Jouhari
This week Kim and Kate are joined by comedian, writer, and friend to hundreds Mitra Jourhari (@mitrajouhari). Kate accidentally steals someone's croissant and the entire room is rocked to its core. Once everyone has recovered, Kim, Kate and Mitra help someone who has some reservations about an opportunity that feels too good to be true. Then, a voicemail comes in that sparks the age old debate regarding the social etiquette of pooping at work. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. Keep up with Kim and Kate on IG and TikTok @milliondollaradvicepod. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E3 · Thu, April 04, 2024
One Year, No Fear
This week Kim and Kate take a walk down memory lane when Kate discovers an old love note from Kim. Then, one of Kim’s friends/former coworkers calls in to talk about making a career change and trying to be seen as a creative rather than an executive. Later in the episode, Kim and Kate answer a voicemail question from a woman who knows her friend is about to get fired and isn’t sure if she should tell her friend or not. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E2 · Thu, March 28, 2024
Meditations on Gen-Z with Amy Poehler
This episode Kim and Kate are joined by their incredible boss and mentor Amy Poehler. Amy drops some knowledge on a live caller about how to navigate working with Gen-Z. Because spoiler alert, Amy Poehler loves Gen-Z. Boundaries, productivity, and looking deep within are all covered. Everyone’s lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 E1 · Wed, March 27, 2024
One Pint, Two Spoons, Babe.
Hosts, friends, and longtime esteemed colleagues, Kim and Kate discuss their work lives at Amy Poehler’s Paper Kite Productions and reveal the reason why they decided to be allies instead of each other's greatest competition. Then, they turn their attention to helping one small business owner learn to promote herself and after that they share their wisdom on how to deal with annoying co-workers. Both callers’ lives are changed forever and the workplace is improved for all involved. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trailer · Fri, March 22, 2024
Introducing Million Dollar Advice
Million Dollar Advice is a work and career advice podcast hosted by friends and colleagues Kim Lessing and Kate Arend. Together Kim and Kate run Amy Poehler’s Paper Kite Productions and are very cool and good at their jobs. Each week, they will help live callers with their work-related dilemmas. Whether you have a question or you just like listening to other people’s problems, this show will change your life. If you have a problem at work or a career question big or small, write in to milliondollaradvicepod@gmail.com or leave a message on the Million Dollar Advice Hotline (888) 799-6327. Kim and Kate can’t wait to give you some Million Dollar Advice! Look for episode 1 on Wednesday, March 27th, and following episodes every Thursday! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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