Sept. 10, 2025

Targeted and Terminated: My Apple Story

In this episode, David McClam shares his personal journey working for Apple, detailing the challenges he faced, including corporate politics, racial dynamics, and the impact of the pandemic on his employment. He clarifies previous mistakes made in the podcast and emphasizes the importance of mental health and support. David discusses his experiences with management, the Community Specialist program, and the struggles of navigating workplace relationships. Through his story, he advocates for transparency and accountability in corporate environments, highlighting the need for fair treatment of employees. In this conversation, David McClam shares his experiences of workplace discrimination and targeting at Apple, detailing the scrutiny he faced from management, particularly from a regional manager named Jack. He discusses the challenges of navigating company policies, the role of HR, and the impact of management decisions on employees. David reflects on the legal battle he is pursuing against Apple for wrongful termination and discrimination, emphasizing the importance of standing up against corporate injustices. He concludes with thoughts on personal growth and the need for awareness in workplace culture.

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Time Line

00:00 Clarifications and Corrections

01:30 Introduction to the Podcast

02:59 Disclaimers and Background

05:54 Journey to Apple: The Hiring Process

10:10 Early Experiences at Apple

18:03 Challenges and Changes at Apple

27:41 The Impact of the Pandemic

29:53 New Opportunities and Discrimination Concerns

35:03 Transforming Store Performance

37:23 Navigating Challenges During the Pandemic

39:46 The Role of Effective Management

42:38 Confronting Workplace Conflicts

49:37 The Threat of Termination

56:31 Changes in Company Structure and Management

01:01:09 Targeting and Accountability in the Workplace

01:09:47 Navigating Miscommunication and Accountability

01:12:39 Targeted Scrutiny and Workplace Dynamics

01:15:36 Discrimination and Unfair Treatment

01:18:57 The Role of HR and Company Policies

01:21:47 The Impact of Management Decisions

01:24:38 The Consequences of Mismanagement

01:27:34 Facing Personal Challenges and Workplace Pressure

01:30:26 The Build-Up to Conflict

01:33:38 The Day of Reckoning

01:44:16 Engagement and Connection at the Verizon Store

01:46:39 Family Tragedies and Personal Struggles

01:49:03 Interrogation and Workplace Dynamics

01:51:50 Whistleblowing and Consequences

01:55:54 Suspension and Investigation Process

01:59:14 Termination and Legal Ramifications

02:10:58 Reflections on Employment and Future Actions

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