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Planet Money

The 60-day job race

Jun 16, 2023
Amid tech layoffs, two foreign workers, Aashka and Nilanjan, face a daunting 60-day countdown to secure new jobs in their fields. The emotional weight of their H-1B visa status adds pressure to their already challenging search. Their stories highlight the complexities of navigating job insecurity while juggling visa requirements. The podcast critiques the H-1B system, exploring the implications for international talent and the evolving tech landscape. This race against time reveals resilience in the face of uncertainty.
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