Hard Kitchen Table Talk - Highlights Economic Realities & Talks We Must Have to Learn on PurposeHard Kitchen Table Talk - Highlights Economic Realities & Talks We Must Have to Learn on Purpose

The Survival Job Trap and Universal Basic Income

This episode examines the financial instability caused by survival jobs, highlighting their impact on individuals and families, from chronic stress to weakened community ties. Using poignant examples, we explore how these jobs perpetuate a cycle of poverty. Finally, we discuss Universal Basic Income as a transformative solution, drawing on real-world success stories and addressing its challenges.

Published OnMarch 18, 2025

About the podcast

Wage Earners to CEO Salary, the Gap Widens Hey, Jeannie here, and here is the problem: Why does it seem the average CEO pay is much higher than my average hourly rate? I asked Chat GPT the following: Let’s focus on economics for a minute. What was the average wage earner’s wage in the US in 1980? I said: I’d like to explore how that number compared to the average CEO salary in 1980.

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