18min chapter

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Ep 239 - Merry Strikemas!

Work Stoppage

CHAPTER

Exploitation in the Gig Economy

This chapter explores the insidious issues of wage theft and exploitation faced by workers in the gig economy, particularly in healthcare. It discusses recent legal actions against companies for unpaid tips and the broader implications of poor working conditions, like understaffing in hospitals. Additionally, the conversation highlights the detrimental effects of a rating-based pay system, emphasizing the urgent need for fair treatment and grassroots organizing to improve worker rights.

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