There's a distinction between big established names and working writers trying to start their career
A prolonged strike can affect many people in the industry, not just writers
The last strike 15 years ago damaged the Los Angeles economy by an estimated $2.1 billion
This week, thousands of writers went on strike against Hollywood studios over what they say is an existential threat to their livelihoods.
John Koblin, a media reporter for The New York Times, explains how streaming turned the most prolific era in American entertainment into an industry-changing labor dispute.
Guest: John Koblin, a media reporter for The New York Times.