Brand X Podcast

In this lively episode of the BrandX Podcast, hosts John Jamingo and Deuce are joined by the long-awaited return of Maak, along with Diane, who provides background commentary and laughter. The conversation kicks off with stories about retirement, including Maak’s recent transition into retired life and reflections on what it means to leave the workforce after decades on the job.The episode's heart dives into hilarious and sometimes outrageous stories from their years in sales, particularly focusing on their interactions with a cast of memorable colleagues and bosses—most notably, their eccentric former boss Herb. Tales of office politics, “inner circles,” and questionable management decisions are exchanged, with the hosts’ signature banter and good-natured roasting.Throughout, the group shares laugh-out-loud anecdotes: from Herb’s penny-pinching ways and awkward attempts at office camaraderie to sales reps skirting the rules, “milk runs,” and the infamous “crew work” trips to the Jersey Shore. Stories about o