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politics1 month ago•5 min saved

Watchdog finds toxic culture and travel spending during ex-Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer's tenure

A government watchdog’s 40-page inspector general report depicts a toxic, intimidating environment in the Labor Department during former Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s roughly one-year tenure, including allegations she drank on the job, had an inappropriate relationship with a security aide, and steered department funds to personal travel (with lodging costs far exceeding standard rates) while failing to document gifts; Chavez-DeRemer’s attorney says the report does not show legal violations, several staff faced leave or resignation during the investigation, and an acting secretary now leads the department.

via Politico|

#department-of-labor #inspector-general #lori-chavez-deremer

politics1 month ago•14 min saved

IG Report Details Toxic Labor Department Culture Under Chavez-DeRemer

An internal watchdog’s 40-page report concluded that former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer repeatedly violated department policy, tolerated harassment, spent public money on personal travel, and had an inappropriate relationship with a security detail, describing a toxic, intimidating workplace at the Labor Department that ended with her resignation in April.

via The New York Times|

#harassment #inspector-general #labor-department

entertainment4 months ago•135 min saved

Karamo Brown Opens Up About On-Set Tensions Behind Queer Eye

Karamo Brown explains in a People interview that Queer Eye’s early years featured persistent tension, including an anonymous 2017 harassment complaint against him, which contributed to a toxic on-set climate and led Brown to pull back from promotional appearances for the final season, with insiders describing the environment as “toxic as hell.”

via The Cut|

#entertainment #karamo-brown #on-set-drama

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

Devon Walker Leaves 'SNL' Amid Workplace Concerns

Devon Walker announced his departure from 'Saturday Night Live' after three seasons, citing a toxic work environment despite some positive moments, and expressed plans to travel to Japan and pursue roles in prestige dramas.

via CNN|

#comedy #departure #devon-walker

business1 year ago•2 min saved

Apple Denies Allegations of Toxic Workplace Culture

Apple has responded to allegations that an executive created a toxic workplace environment, addressing concerns and clarifying their stance on workplace culture and conduct.

via MacRumors|

#apple #business #executive

world1 year ago•2 min saved

Titan Submersible Tragedy: Preventable Disaster Due to Toxic Workplace, Coast Guard Finds

The US Coast Guard's report on the 2023 Titan sub implosion criticizes OceanGate CEO Stockton Rush for a toxic work environment, unsafe practices, and neglect of safety protocols, which contributed to the catastrophic failure that crushed five occupants during a dive to the Titanic wreckage.

via Ars Technica|

#implosion #oceangate #safety-culture

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Ellen DeGeneres Faces New Bullying Allegations Amid Staff Fear and Criticism

Adam Carolla has accused Ellen DeGeneres of being a mean and intimidating boss, claiming her staff were scared of her and describing her as a toxic workplace figure. These allegations add to the ongoing controversy surrounding DeGeneres, who faced multiple reports of a toxic work environment leading to her show's cancellation in 2022.

via New York Post|

#adam-carolla #bullying-claims #ellen-degeneres

entertainment1 year ago•6 min saved

Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi Relocate to the UK Amid Trump Presidency

Ellen DeGeneres moved to the UK after Donald Trump was re-elected, citing a better quality of life and more acceptance, and has expressed her love for her new rural life in the Cotswolds. She discussed her reasons for relocating, her views on gay rights, her experiences with workplace allegations, and her desire to return to television in a new form, possibly in Britain.

via BBC|

#donald-trump #ellen-degeneres #entertainment

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Margaret Cho Criticizes Ellen DeGeneres's Behavior During Their Careers

Margaret Cho has publicly criticized Ellen DeGeneres, claiming she was 'not nice' to her for most of their careers and describing their relationship as awkward and distant, despite knowing each other since the 1980s. Cho also expressed frustration over a cut scene involving David Bowie on 'The Ellen Show.'

via Variety|

#comedy #ellen-degeneres #entertainment

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Margaret Cho Criticizes Ellen DeGeneres's Behavior as 'Creepy and Not Nice'

Margaret Cho accused Ellen DeGeneres of being 'not nice' and acting strangely towards her for most of her career, despite their early work together in comedy. Cho shared her experiences on The Kelly Mantle Show, including feeling ignored and being cut out of a show appearance by Bowie. The article also touches on DeGeneres's controversy over a toxic workplace and her decision to end her show after 19 seasons.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#allegations #comedy #ellen-degeneres

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

Margaret Cho Criticizes Ellen DeGeneres's Behavior as 'Creepy and Not Nice'

Margaret Cho criticized Ellen DeGeneres on The Kelly Mantle Show, calling her mean and alleging she was not nice to her over the years, despite their long history. Cho also accused Ellen of editing out a positive comment from David Bowie about her on her show. Ellen has not yet responded to these claims.

via BuzzFeed|

#comedians #ellen-degeneres #entertainment

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Margaret Cho Criticizes Ellen DeGeneres's Behavior During Their Careers

Margaret Cho criticizes Ellen DeGeneres for being 'not nice' and acting as if they were strangers despite their long history in comedy, revealing a strained relationship and discussing DeGeneres's toxic workplace scandal and her own experiences with her.

via Entertainment Weekly|

#comedy #ellen-degeneres #entertainment

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Margaret Cho Criticizes Ellen DeGeneres's Behavior During Their Careers

Margaret Cho revealed that Ellen DeGeneres was unkind to her for most of her career, despite their long history in comedy, and shared a specific incident where DeGeneres edited out a compliment from David Bowie. Cho also commented on DeGeneres's toxic workplace scandal and her subsequent retirement from her talk show, highlighting the contrast between her public persona and behind-the-scenes behavior.

via AOL.com|

#comedy #ellen-degeneres #entertainment

business1 year ago•2 min saved

YesMadam Faces Backlash for Firing Employees After Stress Survey

An Indian-based company, Yes Madam, reportedly fired employees after they admitted to feeling stressed in a company survey. A leaked email from the HR Manager, shared on LinkedIn, revealed that the company decided to terminate employees who indicated significant stress to maintain a 'healthy work environment.' The move has sparked outrage online, with many criticizing it as indicative of a toxic work culture. Yes Madam has not yet commented on the situation.

via UNILAD|

#business #employment #hr

gaming2 years ago•4 min saved

"Allegations of Toxic Culture and Abuse Rock Life is Strange Developer Deck Nine"

Deck Nine, the developers behind the Life is Strange series, have been accused of fostering a toxic workplace culture including sexism, crunch, and abusive behavior. Allegations include staff working up to 80 hours a week, toxic behavior left unaddressed by management, and references to Nazi slogans and racist memes found in an upcoming game. The studio's response includes claims of implementing better practices and conducting thorough internal investigations.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#allegations #crunch #deck-nine