"Labor Day: From Strikes to Sales and the Satire of Office Life"

01/09/2024 5 min
"Labor Day: From Strikes to Sales and the Satire of Office Life"

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Episode Synopsis

Join Scott Jagow as he explores the history and cultural significance of Labor Day, starting with its origins in a pivotal work strike of 1882 and tracing its evolution into a day dedicated to rest and retail sales. Scott discusses the nature of work, including the challenges of office jobs and the important role of unions. The segment humorously tackles union-busting tactics and corporate fear-mongering. Classic movies like "Office Space" are referenced for their satirical view of corporate life. The conversation concludes with a comedic skit about quitting a job