He Planted a Digital Bomb Before Getting Fired

What happens when a software developer spends years secretly building a “kill switch” designed to cripple the company the moment he’s fired?In Episode 44 of The Bad Hire, Ken, Nathan, and Morgan react to some of the most unbelievable hiring stories yet—from a programmer who sabotaged his employer with malicious code, to fake nurses who fooled healthcare systems, and a CEO who finally fired the most entitled employee he’d ever managed.These stories prove that hiring the wrong person can cost far more than just a paycheck.You’ll hear:A developer who planted malicious code that activated after he was terminatedA CEO’s most satisfying firing after years of entitlementA fake nurse who worked at more than 40 healthcare facilities using stolen credentialsAnother healthcare worker who used someone else’s license number to get hiredWhy proper background checks and credential verification matter more than everThese aren’t just crazy stories—they’re reminders that trust, verification, and accountability protect organizations from catastrophic mistakes.💸 Think you’ve heard worse? Submit your story at TheBadHire.com for a chance to win $10,000.Key Takeaways:Insider threats can be more dangerous than outside attacks.Great technical skills don’t replace integrity.Credential verification saves companies from massive liability.Hiring shortcuts can have life-changing consequences.Every organization needs strong hiring and background check processes.⸻Connect with Us:🌐 Website: TheBadHire.com📧 Email: team@thebadhire.com📱 Instagram: @thebadhirepod📘 Facebook: facebook.com/thebadhirepod🎵 TikTok: @thebadhirepod💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/thebadhire—Sponsored by BChex:Need better background checks? BChex makes hiring safer, faster, and simpler. From visitor management to employee monitoring—BChex has you covered.www.bchex.io—🎙️ Submit your own bad hire story for a chance to win $10,000 at TheBadHire.com