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Work Sucks, But I Like It
Work Sucks, But I Like It is the podcast about discovering what work should really feel like. Most people are burning out while chasing their passion in the work they do. Host Tony Tenaglier sits down with psychologists, entrepreneurs, creators, researchers, workers, and leaders to explore the science of flow, purpose, and meaningful work.
If you're tired of burnout, hustle culture, and feeling stuck in a job that drains you, this show offers practical insights and inspiring stories to help you rediscover engagement, fulfillment, and the joy of creating something that matters. Because work may suck sometimes—but it doesn't have to stay that way.
Work Sucks, But I Like It
Latest Episodes
E102: How to Stay Present When Your Phone Keeps Stealing Your Attention (Monthly Reflection)
Tony reflects on burnout, perfectionism, phone distraction, and the challenge of doing too much. Drawing on recent conversations with guests, he explores how to stay present, build the “subtraction muscle,” and focus on what matters most. The t...
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E101: Who Are You Becoming? Rethinking Success, Identity & Self-Worth with Dr. Carla Caturia
What does it mean to be successful without losing yourself in the process? In this episode of Work Sucks, But I Like It, Dr. Carla Caturia joins us to talk about success, self-worth, identity, achievement, burnout, and finding meaningf...
E100: The Competitive Advantage of Doing Less in a World of More with Nell 3D
What if success isn’t about adding more—but knowing what to subtract? In this episode of Work Sucks, But I Like It, Tony talks with Nell Derick Debevoise Dewey, subtraction activist and founder of Subtract to Succeed, about systematic subtracti...
E99: Work, Phones & Relationships: Are We Losing the Ability to Be Present? with Dr. Merideth Thompson
How does work affect our relationships, health, and life outside of work? In this conversation, Dr. Merideth Thompson, founder of Partner Lab and a researcher in organizational behavior and relationships, discusses work-life balance, leadership...
E98: The RPG Coaching System That Turns Goals Into Real-Life Level Ups with Loren Silverman
In this episode of Work Sucks, But I Like It, Loren Silverman, life coach and founder of Silverman Coach, shares his journey from a successful 20-year career in technology to finding work that aligns with his values and brings him joy. We talk ...
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