Claudia Strauss, a Professor of Anthropology at Pitzer College and author of A Cognitive Theory of Cultural Meaning, shares insights from her upcoming book. She challenges the stereotype of Americans as workaholics, revealing diverse perspectives on work's role in a fulfilling life. Participants express the desire for balance and dissatisfaction with traditional work ethics. Strauss discusses gender roles, the impacts of unemployment, and how perceptions of work are evolving amidst economic changes and automation, painting a rich picture of the modern work landscape.