Mandalit del Barco

Andrea Hsu, NPR's Labor and Workplace Correspondent, dives into this year's unprecedented wave of strikes, revealing the deep dissatisfaction workers feel toward corporate greed. Alongside her, Mandalit del Barco, NPR's culture correspondent, highlights how these movements reflect broader cultural shifts, particularly in Hollywood. They discuss the audacious demands of autoworkers and the crucial role of AI concerns in shaping negotiations. Personal stories illuminate the urgent need for fair wages and the solidarity among workers fighting for better conditions.

Mandalit del Barco, an NPR correspondent focusing on the entertainment industry, and Alberto Menache, a motion capture artist and co-founder of NPCx, explore the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike against video game companies. They discuss the fight for protections against unauthorized AI replicas, emphasizing the importance of consent, transparency, and fair compensation. The conversation highlights the critical role of voice actors, the implications of generative AI on creativity, and the necessity for solidarity among performers in an evolving industry.