Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar Mini Show #33: Amazon Subsidies, Corporate Profits, US vs China, Media Meltdown, Labor History, Mental Health, & More!
Apr 30, 2022
Kim Kelly, a labor reporter and author, discusses the buried narratives of American labor history and highlights the struggles faced by workers today. James Lee, a YouTuber and commentator, analyzes China's political landscape, including its zero-COVID policy and governance impacts. Matt Stoller, an antitrust policy analyst, delves into corporate profits during inflation and the monopolistic challenges in the hearing aid market. The conversation also touches on youth mental health in the digital age, critiquing media accountability in modern society.
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Combating Amazon's Union Busting
- The government can push back against Amazon's union-busting tactics.
- Suspend subsidies until Amazon complies with labor laws and negotiates in good faith.
Obamas Exit Spotify
- The Obamas are leaving Spotify after failing to secure a new deal.
- Spotify declined to offer another contract due to low podcast performance and infrequent appearances.
Corporate Profits Drive Inflation
- Corporate profits are a primary driver of inflation, not labor costs.
- Corporations are exploiting inflation to increase profit margins, not covering costs.
