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Interviews With People Who Have Interesting or Unusual Jobs
We’re always looking for people with interesting or unusual jobs. If you fall into one of these categories, or know someone who does, please e-mail us at unusualjobs@mcsweeneys.net.
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February 3, 2021Brett Payne, Mystery Shopping at the Roller Rink
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December 2, 2020Bryan Quinby, Singing “The Birthday Song” at Chuck E. Cheese
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October 14, 2020Nancy Matson, Semi-Pro Poker Player
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September 23, 2020Lily Yeagley, Contact Tracer
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June 24, 2020Will Quam: A Brick is More Than Just a Rectangle
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January 29, 2020Shoshi Stern-Robbins, Unenthusiastic Mascot
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January 16, 2020Ruth Nolan Is Friends With Her Ax
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October 30, 2019Interviews With People Who Have Interesting or Unusual Jobs: Tiffany Hawk, Former Jump Seat Therapist
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September 4, 2019Interviews With People Who Have Interesting or Unusual Jobs: Alissa Musto, Former Miss Massachusetts
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June 5, 2019Interviews With People Who Have Interesting or Unusual Jobs: Niels Duinker, Record-Breaking Juggler
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April 25, 2019Interviews With People Who Have Interesting or Unusual Jobs: Jim Hamilton Promoted Jerry’s Jar of Combs
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March 13, 2019Interviews With People Who Have Interesting or Unusual Jobs: Patti Swanson, Accidental Bob Ross Enthusiast
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