Adam Chandler, a journalist and author focused on the American way of life and technology's impact on labor, digs into the contradictions of American capitalism. He reveals how, despite the boom in AI investments, many workers face declining wages and unrest at companies like Amazon and Starbucks. Chandler critiques the myth of meritocracy, stressing the need for systemic support and better worker protections. He also promotes the idea of a 'third life' for community engagement and discusses universal basic income as a potential remedy for workforce disruption.