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361. The Artists vs. the Machines (ft. Brian Merchant)

This Machine Kills

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Unpacking Layoffs and Labor in the Video Game Industry

This chapter explores the significant layoffs in the video game industry, with over 10,500 people affected in 2023, and addresses the culture of job insecurity. It also discusses the impact of AI on employment and the rising movement among workers to unionize in response to these challenges.

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