American ‘Workism’ and the COVID Pandemic
Clip | 2m 20s | Video has closed captioning.
Each year Americans work longer and take fewer vacation days than others in the developed world. American ‘Workism’, logging long hours with little time off, might inspire people to make amazing things, but at what cost? While the COVID pandemic appears to have accelerated this work drive, and many are working more hours, women have been leaving the labor force in disproportionate numbers.
Aired: 09/01/21
