David Boyle
David Boyle
6 Years 290 days - Cold Calling
6 Years 290 days - Cold Calling
6 Years 290 days - Cold Calling
Saturday 28th February 2026
Comedian David Boyle shares the wild tale of his mate Cal's sales journey, offering humour and insight into the world of cold calling.
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Episode Overview
- Cold calling can be a soul-crushing but oddly liberating experience.
- Even one sale can be a lifeline in tough times.
- Sales jobs often require caring about money and winning above all else.
- Finding humour in difficult situations can help cope with stress.
- Personal challenges don't disappear in professional settings.
"You're sitting there fucking 10 hours a day just non-stop calling. I think what happens is it just breaks your spirit and then you become free."
Ever wondered what it takes to survive the relentless world of cold calling? In this episode, comedian David Boyle gives us a peek into the bizarre life of his mate Cal, who's currently navigating the tricky waters of sales for an AI company. Cal, who's fresh off a divorce and grappling with a drinking problem, has taken on the role of head of sales, which sounds like a plot twist in itself.
Boyle hilariously recounts Cal's journey of making over 6,000 phone calls with only one sale to show for it. But hey, that one sale was enough to keep him afloat in Bali, covering his drinks at least! Boyle's candid and often expletive-laden commentary on the absurdities of sales life will have you chuckling and shaking your head.
He shares how Cal's relentless cold calling is less about the sales and more about reaching a state of indifference—where the calls become a joke and the pressure fades away. It's a wild ride through the highs and lows of a sales job that seems to demand nothing short of one's soul. This episode isn't just a humorous take on sales; it's a reflection on life's unexpected turns and how people cope with them.
Boyle's storytelling is both raw and relatable, offering listeners a mix of laughter and insight into the human condition. So, if you've ever wondered why anyone would subject themselves to such a gruelling career, or if you're just in need of a good laugh, this episode is worth a listen. What do you think? Could you handle the madness of cold calling?