7/20/23: Media Ignores Biden IRS Whistleblowers, Russia Threatens Commercial Ships, Trump On Mail In Voting, Bosses Refuse Office Return, American Early Birds, Blistering Heat, Iger Says Cable TV Dead, Susan Sarandon + SAG VP Blast Studios
Jul 20, 2023
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The discussion kicks off with IRS whistleblower claims against the Biden family, highlighting media neglect. Tensions rise as Russia threatens commercial ships amid grain deal chaos. Trump and Hannity clash over mail-in voting. Workers' preferences shift towards remote work, with fascinating cultural changes like earlier dining hours. Rising temperatures are linked to mental health issues and increased violence. Lastly, the decline of cable TV is examined, with Disney's Iger declaring it dead amid the streaming revolution.
Senior employees show a stronger preference for remote work, while junior employees prefer working in the office for networking and career development opportunities.
Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie criticizes Donald Trump's handling of the January 6th incident, positioning himself as a potential Trump alternative in the upcoming presidential race.
The decrease in foot traffic in downtown areas due to remote work has led to the closure of businesses, impacting the overall functioning of cities and resulting in a shift towards becoming a nation of early birds.
Deep dives
Bosses Prefer Working from Home
A study by McKinsey reveals that nearly half of the most senior employees prefer working from home. This preference for remote work is also tied to a willingness to give up additional pay in order to maintain flexibility. On the other hand, junior employees are more interested in being in the office as they value networking and establishing themselves in their careers. The study highlights a divide in office culture preferences based on income and seniority. The fact that senior employees are the ones most committed to remote work suggests that the hybrid work model is here to stay, with significant implications for downtown areas and businesses that rely on office workers.
Chris Christie Criticizes Trump's Role in January 6th
During an interview, former New Jersey governor Chris Christie expressed his belief that former President Donald Trump did not care about inciting the overthrow of the American government on January 6th. Christie also criticized Trump's handling of the situation, pointing out that he did not go with the crowd to the Capitol and had sent people to pressure Vice President Mike Pence and members of Congress. This candid criticism of Trump's actions indicates that Christie is positioning himself as a Trump alternative in the upcoming presidential race.
McKinsey Study Reveals Work from Home Preferences
A McKinsey study of 13,000 office workers in six countries found that the preference for remote work is highest among senior employees, with nearly half of them strongly preferring to work from home. In contrast, junior employees show a much stronger preference for working in the office, valuing the opportunities for networking and establishing themselves in their careers. The study also highlighted income disparities in work from home preferences, with higher-income employees more likely to prefer remote work. These findings suggest that the hybrid work model is unlikely to change, with significant implications for downtown areas and businesses that cater to office workers.
McKinsey Study Shows Bosses Prefer Working from Home
According to a McKinsey study of office workers in six countries, senior employees, including bosses, show the strongest preference for working from home. The study found that nearly half of senior employees strongly prefer remote work and are even willing to sacrifice over 20% of their compensation to maintain flexibility. In contrast, junior employees prefer working in the office for networking and career development opportunities. The study reveals a disparity in work from home preferences based on income and seniority, indicating that the hybrid work model is likely to persist, impacting downtown areas and businesses catering to office workers.
Shift in Dining and Entertainment Patterns
The podcast episode discusses the drastic changes in dining and entertainment patterns due to the pandemic and remote work. Many family-owned businesses, including those near the White House, have closed down, leading to empty spaces and decreased foot traffic. In a true workaholic culture like DC, where people used to spend most of their day in and around the downtown area, the decrease in foot traffic has affected the overall functioning of the city. The podcast also highlights the shift towards becoming a nation of early birds, with restaurants closing their kitchens earlier, dinner parties starting as early as 5 p.m., and movie theaters opting for matinee screenings. The change in working patterns and the desire to leave the house among hybrid and remote workers are cited as factors contributing to this shift.
The Impact of Extreme Temperatures on Mental Health
Another major topic discussed in the podcast is the impact of extreme temperatures on mental health. The episode mentions studies that have found a correlation between heatwaves and increased suicide rates as well as emergency room visits for mental health. Higher nighttime temperatures have also been linked to self-reported insufficient sleep. The physiological responses triggered by heat, such as the release of stress hormones, can exacerbate mental health conditions. The podcast further highlights the concern about climate change impacting mental health and the negative feelings associated with it. The discussion concludes by emphasizing the importance of taking care of one's body and mind and looking out for each other.
Krystal and Saagar discuss the media ignoring the IRS whistleblower testimonies on the Biden family, Russia threatening commercial ships in Grain Deal chaos, Trump spars with Hannity over mail in balloting, Chris Christie stuns Newsmax with Trump Jan 6th criticism, Bosses refuse to go back to office in Work From Home plot twist, nation of "Early Birds" as Americans ditch late dinners, Krystal looks into studies showing blistering heat may effect our minds, and Saagar looks into Disney CEO Bob Iger claiming Cable TV is dead.
