The Rise of Women in the Workforce

The entry of women into the labor market has been a significant transformation discussed throughout the podcast. Historically, societal changes following the Industrial Revolution opened new opportunities for women, particularly as advancements in public health improved child survival rates. With fewer children to care for, women began to seek employment outside the home, driven partly by economic necessity and changing family dynamics. Additionally, the dual-income household model emerged as women's participation in the workforce became crucial for maintaining family standards of living amid rising costs associated with education and housing.