Ah, the good old days when certain careers were considered noble and upstanding. But fast-forward to today, and it seems that some of these professions have taken a nosedive in the public’s regard. Blame it on a few bad apples—or in some cases, an entire orchard of them! Grab some popcorn and let’s dive into the professions that have fallen from grace.

According to a 2023 Ipsos survey, doctors, scientists, and teachers remain the most trusted professionals. But, lurking at the bottom, we find journalists, business leaders, advertising executives, government ministers, and general politicians. Yikes, tough crowd.

Reddit user OnAFalseErrand ignited a fiery discussion about which jobs have lost respect over time. User comments poured in, revealing stories and opinions that illuminate why these roles might be losing their sheen. Buckle up!

Journalists.

Once revered as the watchdogs of democracy, many now view them as dubious propagandists.

Ethroptur, CoWomen/unsplash (not the actual photo).

In the past, it was a matter of honor for a journalist to publish the truth. Now…

Politicians.

Slowly but surely transforming society into a dystopian mess, these folks are raking in hefty salaries while ethics are left at the door. Answering questions straightforwardly? Good luck with that.

darkest_star069, Mikhail Nilov/pexels (not the actual photo).

The cops have a similar rep now, sadly.

Footballers.

Entitled from a young age, earning more in a week than most see in years. Not exactly the role models we wanted.

TheKnightsRider, Pixabay/pexels (not the actual photo).

Maybe they should cap player salaries.

Chiropractors.

Not everyone’s cup of spinal adjustment tea. The dubious practices and costly visits make some question their authenticity.

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Potentially very dangerous too.

Priests.

A few bad seeds have unfortunately tarnished the reputation of priests everywhere.

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University senior leadership – Deans, Provosts, VCs

Raking in the cash while exploiting lecturers and students.

BBC management.

Fighting legitimate claims tooth and nail, even ruining lives while they’re at it. All for the sport of it, it seems.

mondeomantotherescue, K. Mitch Hodge/unsplash (not the actual photo).

HR.

The supposed allies of employees? Think again. They work for the company, not you.

stevielfc76, Tim Gouw/unsplash (not the actual photo).

Senior leadership in NHS hospitals.

Nepotism and incompetent management plague the system.

Care workers.

It’s disheartening that such essential roles often harbor toxic environments.

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Midwives.

Their demanding and often hostile behavior leaves much to be desired.

minigmgoit, Olivia Anne Snyder/unsplash (not the actual photo).

Vets.

Like any profession, there are good ones, but the bad ones? Oh boy.

Jeffuk88, Tima Miroshnichenko/pexels (not the actual photo).

Academia.

Once a bastion of knowledge, now a pit of egos and corruption. Can’t wait to finish and move on.

Forgettable_Doll266, ICSA/pexels (not the actual photo).

Prison officers and governors.

Power, corruption, and a whole lot of injustice.

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Estate agents.

Lying, complicating negotiations, and making the buying process even more stressful.

CoffeeIgnoramus, RDNE Stock project/pexels (not the actual photo).

Physios.

Once seen as essential for rehabilitation, now questioned for their true impact.

RainbowPenguin1000, Annie Spratt/unsplash (not the actual photo).

Builders.

Dodgy practices and shortcuts galore.

PrincessStephanieR, Life Of Pix/pexels (not the actual photo).

Tech workers.

Turns out, many feel like charlatans barely putting in any work.

cocacola999, Luca Bravo/unsplash (not the actual photo).

Boxing.

The sport has shifted its focus from skill to money-making, largely involving social media influencers.

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CPS.

The Crown Prosecution Service has been accused of pursuing questionable cases just to get certain individuals off the streets.

fake_plastic_cheese, Sora Shimazaki/pexels (not the actual photo).

Financial advisors.

They’re supposed to help you manage your money, but often seem more clueless than you are.

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Dentists.

Trust issues have surfaced, especially when differing opinions lead to unnecessary procedures.

jordsta95, Quang Tri NGUYEN/unsplash (not the actual photo).

It’s astounding how many professions, once deemed noble and respectable, have shriveled under the weight of corruption, negligence, or plain old bad behavior. Whether it’s journalists failing to tell the whole story or vet bills soaring sky-high, we’re living in a world where looking up to certain professions is getting harder. My two cents? Take every profession with a grain of salt, and do your homework. Stay skeptical, folks!