JOB SECRETS

13 Secrets of Roller Derby

There's a good reason players refuse to wear the number "1" on their jersey.

Not pictured: Blood, poop, or those pesky inflatable water armbands.

15 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Pool Lifeguards

Lifeguards deal with everything from dangerous chemicals to poop emergencies. But they're also not above occasionally peeing in the pool.

10 Secrets of Ice Cream Truck Drivers

Ice cream trucks have been delivering treats to beat the heat for decades. Get the inside scoop of what life is like behind the wheel of one of these trucks.

11 Secrets of Laundromat Workers

They wish you'd check your pockets beforehand.

15 Secrets of Caricature Artists

They might be hiding things in their drawings.

17 Secrets of Magicians

They've heard all your jokes before.

17 Secrets of Audiobook Narrators

Lip balm is essential.

15 Secrets of Genealogists

If you have a really weird last name, they'll love you.

11 Secrets of Truck Drivers

They still use CB radios, but mostly just to talk trash. They also can't pick up hitchhikers (but you probably already guessed that).

19 Secrets of Public Librarians

Librarians can help you with everything from finding your next great read to filling out your taxes. But they have a couple of patron pet peeves—and at least one involves bacon.

11 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Location Scouts

Even a casual trip to the bar can be "work."

10 Secrets of Hotel Room Service

If you could stop answering the door naked, they'd really appreciate it.

Being a TSA agent means plenty of job stress.

14 Secrets of TSA Agents

Cats are a nightmare and that block of cheese in your luggage can look remarkably like a bomb. Learn more about life as a TSA agent.

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11 Secrets of Volcanologists

Some of them work underwater—and some out in space.

11 Secrets of Bodyguards

In the personal security industry, being a "buddyguard" is the kiss of death.

14 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Hollywood Food Stylists

Here's how they mimic human flesh, horse hearts, and alien slime (gluten-free!).

11 Secrets of Book Conservators

Their best handiwork should be impossible for you to see.

9 Secrets of Thrift Store Employees

Discover the secret meaning behind those colored tags.

11 Secrets of Backup Dancers

You might not know their names, but chances are you've tried out a few of their moves.

13 Secrets From the Ravenmaster at the Tower of London

There's a secret pub—and some unusual snacks.

11 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of TV Meteorologists

There's a lot to learn about green screens, wardrobes, and staying warm during a snowstorm. But most importantly, don't rely on those seven-day forecasts.

11 Secrets of Financial Planners

They blame YOLO, too.

11 Secrets of Bartenders

Three pros share some tricks of their trade, including what you should buy for your home bar, the one thing you should never order, and how to strike up a conversation with that cute stranger across the way.

9 Secrets of People Who Answer Santa’s Mail

There's a lot of security involved.

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