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When Stalin Killed the Weekend (with The Happiness Lab)
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
The Evolution of the Weekend
This chapter delves into the historical origins of the weekend and its societal implications, including how governmental policies shaped leisure time. It also examines the challenges faced by workers, specifically focusing on unpredictable scheduling through the story of a Starbucks barista.
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