Sophie Miyoshi

Sophie Miyoshi, executive director of ROC D.C., and Tony Tomelden, owner and bartender, dive into the murky waters of tipping. They discuss the struggle for fair wages in the restaurant industry and the legislative push for higher minimum wages. The conversation uncovers the history of tipping in America, its impact on workers, and the ongoing debate about taxing tips. With personal stories and listener insights, they examine the complexities of compensation and the cultural attitudes surrounding gratuities.

Sophie Miyoshi, the executive director of the Restaurant Opportunities Center of Washington, D.C., and Richard Rubin, a tax policy reporter for The Wall Street Journal, dive into the complexities of tipping in the service industry. They explore the push for raising the tipped minimum wage and the implications of tax exemptions on tips. The duo discusses the historical roots of tipping in America and its link to wage disparities, shedding light on the ongoing debates around fair compensation for workers and the impact of recent legislative changes.