# I Thought There Was a Secret Admirer at Work… Then This Happened

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Podcast: [Shouldn't Laugh But...Laura Smyth & Carmen Butcher](https://stenobird.com/podcast/shouldn-t-laugh-but-laura-smyth-carmen-butcher-7455531)
Published: 2026-05-15T14:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Laura and Carmen are in absolute stitches over a listener story involving mysterious chocolates appearing on an office desk, a growing workplace fantasy and a misunderstanding that spirals far further than it ever should. They also get stuck into a brilliantly awkward tale from Patagonia, where one listener’s very freeing walk in the wilderness takes a sudden unfortunate turn. Plus, there’s chaos over mixed signals, public humiliation and two neighbours who unknowingly end up in the strangest long-distance friendship imaginable. From office delusions to outdoor disasters, it’s another gloriously unfiltered episode packed with moments you really shouldn’t laugh at… but absolutely will. Follow Shouldn’t Laugh But on all social platforms: @shouldntlaughpod Laura - @thatlaurasmyth Carmen - @carmenshouldntlaugh Shouldn’t Laugh But… is a Global Production Listen every Tuesday & Friday or watch us on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts

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