Why Do We Still Work 40 Hours A Week?
Why Do We Still Work 40 Hours A Week? Above The Noise
The 40-hour, 5-day workweek has been the norm in the United States for almost 100 years. Now imagine if it were replaced with a 32-hour, 4-day workweek--with no cut in pay. Would work-life balance magically descend on the land? Or would people be more stressed than ever? Explore the possibilities and weigh the evidence with Myles. Should the 4-day workweek become the new normal?
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Above The Noise
Our host Myles Bess cuts through the hype and takes a deeper look at the research and facts behind controversial and trending topics in the news.
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