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hello, rejects!
hello, rejects!
REJECTED CENTRAL was a podcast that investigated the history, humor, and pain of rejection, without getting dragged through the depressing silliness found in a million other places. We didn't care (much) about breakup stories, denied crushes, or the little denials that make up our quotidian existence. We did care about the bigger rejections, the ones that cross boundaries and borders, stories so impactful they demand a response, a laugh, a tear. In short, REJECTED CENTRAL was about elevating the rejection experience.
Rejected Central's last episode dropped on May 26, 2025, but it'll live forever on your favourite podcatcher. Here are the two most popular:
YOUR HOSTS
YOUR HOSTS
Brent van Staalduinen is a writer, podcaster, educator, and former radio DJ who’s discovered that some rejection stories demand to be shared. In his writer life, he’s been rejected countless times, which is the inspiration behind REJECTED CENTRAL. His other lives can be found here: www.brentvans.com and on social media (@brentvans).
Dave “Parkie” Parkinson is a podcaster, college educator, and football (some call it soccer) supporter with peculiar skills, who has a few things to say about the unexpected side of things. His life is a cautionary tale and only through divine intervention has he managed to make it this far. Follow Dave on Instagram (@daveparkie1) and on Reddit (u/ParkieD).
Land acknowledgement
Rejected Central's home was recorded in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada on the ancestral lands of the Mississauga and Haudenosaunee people in the territory covered by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement. Today, the City of Hamilton is home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island and we recognize our responsibility to learn about the rich history of this land so that we can better understand our roles as settlers, neighbours, and caretakers.
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