# He Tried to Hide Alcohol in a Coffee Cup

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Podcast: [The Bad Hire Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-bad-hire-podcast-7361470)
Published: 2026-04-15T16:09:41+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebadhire/episodes/He-Tried-to-Hide-Alcohol-in-a-Coffee-Cup-e3hv249
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## Resource

What do you do when a new hire shows up to orientation… drunk… at a substance abuse treatment center? In Episode 28 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Morgan, and Emma react to some of the most ridiculous and unbelievable hiring stories yet — including a contractor who couldn’t make it through day one sober, a candidate who brought his mom to the interview (for a very specific reason), and a bookkeeper who secretly paid himself double for an entire year. This episode is chaotic, hilarious, and a little bit painful. You’ll hear: – A contractor who showed up drunk to orientation… and kept drinking during it – A candidate whose mom interrupted the interview to ask for money for her teeth – A toxic high performer who crushed culture from the inside – A company leader unknowingly creating a negative workplace – A bookkeeper who paid himself TWO checks every week for a year These stories aren’t just wild — they’re reminders of how easily trust can be broken and how important it is to hire with both skill and character in mind. 💸 Think you’ve heard worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000. ⸻ Key Takeaways: • Just because something “should be obvious” doesn’t mean it is. • High performance doesn’t excuse toxic behavior. • Leadership attitude directly shapes company culture. • Trust without verification can be extremely costly. • The wrong hire can hurt more than just productivity. ⸻ Connect with Us: 🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com 📧 Email: team@thebadhire.com 📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod 🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire — Sponsored by BChex: Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered. w…

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