Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 5/19/23: Buttigieg's "Cathedral Mind" in WIRED, Worker Happiness, AI Anti Trust w/ Matt Stoller, IRS Tests Free Filing, Michigan's Toxic Paper Mill, Living Longer But Sicker
May 19, 2023
This week, Matt Stoller, antitrust policy analyst and author of "Big," discusses the playbook for regulating artificial intelligence and its impact on monopolies. Jordan Sheridan, a dedicated environmental reporter, dives into the health crisis linked to a toxic paper mill in Michigan affecting marginalized communities. The conversation also highlights rising worker happiness amidst labor shortages, contrasting media portrayals of political figures, and critiques the effectiveness of public health initiatives in addressing societal disparities.
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Buttigieg Profile
- Wired magazine published a glowing profile of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
- The profile focused on his intellect and wide-ranging interests rather than his job performance.
Worker Happiness
- Worker satisfaction is at its highest level in modern history.
- Increased job satisfaction is linked to labor shortages, hybrid work, and better benefits.
Job Shift
- Many laid-off hospitality workers transitioned to logistics for better pay and stability.
- This shift created a ripple effect, raising wages in both sectors.